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The FAA is seeking comments on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD) through Jul. 7, 2025. It would supersede AD 2019-19-13, issued Oct. 21, 2019. The new AD would authorize additional part-numbered main-rotor gearboxes; change the requirement to determine the total hours of time-in-service for a certain freewheel shaft; require repetitive replacement of the main-rotor gearbox or the right-hand freewheel shaft; modify who can replace parts; and expand the limitations for parts installation.

The helicopter dealer will highlight inventory available in Latin America during the Catarina Aviation Show, which takes place Jun. 5–7 at São Paulo Catarina International Executive Airport (SBJH).

Leonardo and Weststar Aviation Services have launched a helicopter fleet expansion and modernization program for the Malaysian government.

The Air Methods operators combined forces for landing zone training with several public safety agencies May 13 at Lost Hills Airport in Kern County.

Bell Textron has displayed a virtual prototype of the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) tiltrotor with members of the US Army Program Manager FLRAA office.

The US Army’s new designation for the Bell-developed tiltrotor under the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program pays homage to the founding date of the military service on Jun. 14, 1775.

Founded by two members of British Columbia’s North Shore Rescue team, the human external cargo specialist expands equipment and support for rescue operators. Read this story to learn how YOUR VAI member company can be in the Spotlight!

Anduril Industries UK and Archer Aviation are adding Skyports Drone Services and AtkinsRéalis to a program that will explore potential civil and military applications for Archer’s Midnight electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, including cargo and beyond visual line of sight operations.

CEO Rob Wiesenthal will highlight the company’s recent developments at the Ladenburg Tech Innovation Expo 2025, which takes place May 21 in New York City.