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This FAA airworthiness directive (AD), which takes effect Jun. 17, continues to require repetitive inspections of the intersection of the lateral pylon and floor spar at station 1815 for cracking as detailed in AD 2021-23-04 while adding more helicopter models to the applicability. The updated AD also requires modification of the affected area, which constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections.

(The Times) – The first of four Airbus H145 D3s will enter service with the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania–based operator later this month.

The Oregon-based operator has promoted Melanie Bergier to the role. She was previously COO.

Archer Aviation expects operations of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to start this year under the FAA’s eVTOL Integration Pilot Program, the company noted in its latest quarterly financial report.

This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 63 – Main Rotor Drive – Rotor Hub-Shaft – Inspection, takes effect May 15. It will supersede EASA AD 2026-0078-E, released Apr. 13.

The Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk PBL (performance-based logistics) team received the 2025 US Secretary of War’s PBL system-level award for boosting the readiness of more than 500 MH-60s for the US Navy, the US Coast Guard, and allied partners.

Milton, Vermont–based United Turbines offers a variety of engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, including for the Pratt & Whitney PT6.

The FAA special conditions, which establish airworthiness and safety standards for static longitudinal stability and the Skyryse fly-by-wire system on the Robinson R66, take effect Jun. 5.

The company will integrate Lab 308’s compact infrared systems with Tabula’s FireVision operational platform.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is accepting feedback through Jun. 4 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 25 – Equipment/Furnishings – Hoist – Test/Replacement.