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(POWER UP) – Now that public comments are closed, here’s what’s next for this era-defining FAA regulation.

The inaugural VAI Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference will bring together operators, regulators, manufacturers, and other aviation safety professionals from across the region to strengthen collaboration and share best practices. The conference takes place May 27–29, 2026, in Sanur, Bali, Indonesia.

The association submitted letters of support for applications from at least 10 US states for the FAA’s Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Integration Pilot Program.

Since François Lassale joined VAI as the association’s president and CEO in October, he has been talking with and listening to industry members worldwide. His conversations with operators are always strikingly similar, focusing on operational pressure, workforce shortages, regulatory complexity, and safer operations. Watch this first edition of François’s Aviation Reflections to learn what VAI achieved in these areas in 2025—achievements made possible by the participation and perspectives of our members.

Welcome to the final VTOL Advocate newsletter of the year! Thank you so much for reading and staying with us throughout 2025. We look forward to continuing to share updates on federal, state, and international issues. The VAI Government Affairs team wishes you a happy holiday season. Federal Updates VAI Welcomes US Advanced Air Mobility […]

(HeliOps magazine) – The Dublin, Ireland–based helicopter leasing and finance company plans to finalize the transaction for the European operator in early 2026.

The FAA is requesting comments by Feb. 5, 2026, on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), which would require repetitive inspections of the right-hand forward transmission support-beam fitting for cracks. It would also require repairs, if necessary, and submission to the FAA of data on any previous repairs and replaced fittings.

Safran Helicopter Engines USA President and CEO Thierry Derrien thanked 400 staff members for their dedication to the company’s mission during an event in Grand Prairie.

Jakarta, Indonesia–based Derazona will become the first operator to use the H160 for offshore energy support in Southeast Asia. The helicopter will also conduct utility and commercial passenger transport operations.