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The FAA is seeking comments on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD) through Aug. 15. It would supersede AD 2024-09-02, issued May 21, 2024. The proposed AD would retain the actions of the existing AD while requiring the replacement of certain forward-float and aft-float assemblies within 24 months or during the next maintenance check.

(SWI) – According to local police, an agricultural transport helicopter turned sideways before going down on the Oberaletsch Glacier Jun. 28 near Naters, Valais, resulting in the death of a passenger and injuries to the pilot and a crew member.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has determined that the helicopter rapidly entered a low‑g condition due to turbulence and the pilot’s response to it, inducing an uncommanded right roll. Investigators also found that the asymmetric horizontal stabilizer design in the Robinson R22, R44, and R66 contributed to the right-roll rate and the risk of an in‑flight breakup.

The US National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) Fly Safe campaign is cautioning agricultural pilots to avoid spraying pesticides above the maximum wind limit of 15 mph to help limit environmental, regulatory, and reputational risks.

(Vertical magazine) – When Robinson unveiled its new R88 model at VERTICON 2025 earlier this year in Dallas, Texas, the reception was not universally positive. CEO David Smith discusses the advantages of a two-bladed rotor system, including affordability and ease of maintenance, as well as the drawbacks and tradeoffs associated with the simple rotor design.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has released Part VFI (Vertical Flight Infrastructures), which revises and replaces existing vertiport regulations to include advanced air mobility operations.

(AIN) – The operator plans to use the Beta Alia 250 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for photo tourism and charter flights around New York City.

Omni Helicopters International (OHI) Group has appointed Roberto Farnese executive VP fleet, effective Jul. 1.

The hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft maker recently displayed its autonomous cargo aircraft and loading system for the US Air Force (USAF) at New Jerusalem Airport in California.