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The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Jul. 24 adopted rules to auction 160 MHz of spectrum in the Upper C-band (3.98–4.14 GHz) by July 2027. VAI Director of Regulatory Affairs Amber Harrison explains what this new development means for vertical aviation.

(Unmanned Airspace) – For advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft developers speaking at last week’s Farnborough International Airshow, civil certification is only another step along the way to bringing artificial intelligence, autonomy, more capable drone logistics, and new forms of hybrid electric propulsion into the market.

Robinson Helicopter Co. President and CEO David Smith and VAI President and CEO François Lassale joined EAA Radio’s Digital Dave and Fast Eddie to talk vertical aviation Jul. 20 at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The focus of their discussion? The spectacular Vertical Lift Center, which debuted at this year’s show and was cosponsored by VAI and Robinson.

The updated fleet of Black Hawk helicopters will feature Moog’s Genesys Avionics Suite and four-axis GRC 4000 autopilot system.

The FAA is taking another step toward modernizing aviation with Mobile Clearance—a new digital capability that lets general and business aviation pilots request IFR departure clearances through approved flight apps such as ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot.

The global helicopter dealership has completed 30 Super Puma helicopter transactions over the past decade, the vast majority involving the H225 platform.

(Commercial UAV News) – Four women are transforming South America’s drone industry, from global drone delivery and aviation education to regulatory leadership and insurance innovation. Discover how their work is breaking barriers, building ecosystems, and helping shape the future of uncrewed aviation across the region.

The delivery marks Enstrom’s first commercial aircraft delivery since resuming production—an important milestone as the company continues expanding support for both commercial and military operators worldwide.

The FAA has released a signed final rule establishing new interference-tolerance requirements and compliance deadlines for aircraft radio altimeters. VAI explains what the rule does and how it will affect our members.