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Formerly known as Professional Development Courses, or PECs, Elevations are in-depth, preconference training courses at VERTICON 2026 designed for professionals looking for focused learning before the exhibit hall opens. The show takes place Mar. 9–12 (exhibits open Mar. 10–12) in Atlanta, Georgia.

The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has determined the probable cause of the accident to be the pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from power lines while herding livestock.

Rotorcraft and vertical aviation technology will be featured at the new Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Vertical Lift Center during the event, which takes place Jul. 20–26 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. “Vertical aviation is entering a period of fast growth and real change, and the new [center] gives us a high-visibility place to show the public where this sector is headed,” says VAI President and CEO François Lassale.

(Vertical magazine) – With advanced ergonomics and adaptable interiors, the Leonardo AW169 puts patient care at the heart of every mission.

The Air Methods operator partnered with the Henry County (Virginia) Department of Public Safety Training Center to provide critical-care training for prehospital providers Jan. 9–10 in Martinsville.

The company has received a 2026 BIG Innovation Award for its Veryon AIRE artificial intelligence (AI) aviation maintenance software.

(CTV News) – Four hikers climbed one of the peaks at Golden Ears Provincial Park Jan. 10 in British Columbia, Canada, before an unexpected storm created whiteout conditions. After unsuccessful attempts on Jan. 11 and Jan. 12, the search-and-rescue helicopter crew used a break in the weather Jan. 13 to airlift the hikers.

The Embraer subsidiary will collaborate with the Florida Institute of Technology on student learning programs, research, guest lectures, internships, and other projects related to the urban air mobility (UAM) ecosystem.

The FAA is requesting comments by Mar. 2, 2026, on this airworthiness directive (AD), which would supersede AD 2025-23-52, issued Nov. 21, 2025. The updated AD, which would take effect Feb. 2, 2026, requires repetitive inspections of the center-shaft assembly for cracks and replacing the assembly if it fails the inspection or exceeds a certain time-in-service. It would also prohibit installation of a nonservicable center-shaft assembly on any helicopter.

This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 52 – Doors – Jettisonable Windows and Seals on the Sliding Doors and Fixed Panels – Modification, takes effect Jan. 29, 2026. It will supersede AD 2024-0173, released Sep. 4, 2024.