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(Vertical magazine) – When maintenance technicians, pilots, crew members, and other rotorcraft professionals become aware of their circadian rhythms and sleep patterns, they can reduce fatigue and be more effective in their shift work. A big part of that is to aim for quality sleep, explains Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Scott Shappell.

Under a new agreement, Simutech will offer Bluedrop’s hoist mission-training system, rear crew mission trainer, and other products to operators in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions.

Joby Aviation’s agreement to purchase a 700,000-sq.-ft. factory will support its goal to produce four electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft per month by 2027.

Mike Martin will continue as VP of training and assume additional operational responsibilities at the Vita Inclinata subsidiary following the departure of former president Bob Cockell.

The company’s authorized partner in Japan, Itochu Corp., is partnering with PASCO Corp. and YelloScan Japan to provide long-range aerial surveys using drones.

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) presented the award, which honors 38 FAA employees who worked on the Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) final rule, to FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford during a Jan. 6 ceremony in Washington, D.C.

Do you know someone who would be a good fit to serve on VAI’s Board of Directors? The association is seeking nominations for four open operator positions on the board for the term Jul. 1, 2026, through Jun. 30, 2029. We welcome thought leaders from across the industry.

The University of Central Florida (UCF) and Ocala International Airport (KOCF) in Marion County are partnering to research how air taxis and drones affect noise and pollution levels under a grant from the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

Aviation Week Network’s 20 Twenties program for the Class of 2026 includes six Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) students.