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(POWER UP) – Held from Nov. 4–7, 2024, at the RAI Amsterdam convention center in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, the annual event attracted over 4,600 participants from across the globe.

(POWER UP) – The award, presented annually since 1954 by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA), honors individuals who have significantly contributed to the advancement of US aerospace for at least two decades while demonstrating patriotism, integrity, and moral courage.

(POWER UP) – A global trend toward stricter regulation underscores the need for collaboration across our industry.

(POWER UP) – VAI enters an exciting new chapter in 2025 as the association formerly known as Helicopter Association International prepares to produce the inaugural VERTICON trade show, which takes place Mar. 10–13 (exhibits open Mar. 11–13) in Dallas, Texas.

(POWER UP) – A transformative year for US aviation sets the stage for key priorities in 2025.

New York State Assembly Member Carrie Woerner (D-113) visited the LifeNet of New York base in Selkirk to assess the impact of 2021 legislation she cosponsored, which allows the Air Methods operator to carry and administer blood during flights.

The Vertical Flight Society (VFS) has named Sikorsky’s Peter Lorber the recipient of its 45th annual Alexander A. Nikolsky Honorary Lectureship.

FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker will resign on Jan. 20, 2025. VAI commends his leadership and contributions to advancing aviation and vertical flight industry priorities.

This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 25–Equipment/Furnishings–Hoist–Inspection, takes effect Dec. 20, 2024.

This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 52–Doors–Jettison Mechanism for Bad Weather Window Emergency Exits–Inspection, becomes effective Dec. 27, 2024.