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Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and drones can fly without Remote ID in FAA-recognized identification areas (FRIAs). You can find approved FRIAs on the FAA’s UAS Data Delivery System, notes the latest edition of the US Helicopter Safety Team newsletter.

The OEM’s blade shop in Grand Prairie, Texas, repairs an average of 1,200 rotor blades annually for US and Canadian operators.

Husband-and-wife team helps expand helicopter services around the island nation. Read this story to learn how YOUR VAI member company can be in the Spotlight!

At VAI, we’re focused on helping you advance your operational safety. That means making sure you’re ready for industry changes that could affect your organization, such as the upcoming safety management system (SMS) mandate for some US operators. VAI can help you meet that mandate, whether you’re just starting the process or need only a […]

If you feel fatigued, at what point do you self-evaluate and take yourself out of the cockpit? Sara Newton with the FAA’s Office of Aerospace Medicine offers tips to maximize the quality of your sleep.

The Swiss company is teaming up with longtime pilot and founder of Pylon, Scott Urschel, to offer helicopter training using virtual reality simulators.

The RTX subsidiary has introduced a new variant of its multispectral targeting system, which improves precision, image clarity, and operational flexibility for naval helicopters.

Airbus Helicopters has received an order for a new H225 from the Tokyo Fire Department, which will use it for firefighting, search-and-rescue, air medical, and disaster relief operations.

Version 3.0 helps drone operators prepare for the FAA Part 107 remote pilot certificate exam.