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The report includes data about fleet composition by helicopter OEM; mission types; maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities; and financing options.

The Canadian training and simulation provider has appointed Ryan McLeod as CFO, effective Feb. 23. McLeod was previously CFO of ATS Corp.

The FAA is accepting comments through Mar. 6, 2026, on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), which would supersede AD 2024-24-02, released Nov. 25, 2024. The updated AD would continue to require removal of the affected fuel-control unit (FCU) from service and replacement with a serviceable part. It would also reduce the number of affected FCUs.

The French military has awarded a contract to Airbus Helicopters and Naval Group to provide a half dozen VSR700s for the French Navy, with operations planned to start in 2028.

Eve Air Mobility is building six conforming electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) prototypes for its flight-testing campaign after the first flight of its uncrewed full-scale eVTOL prototype in December 2025 at parent company Embraer’s facility in São Paulo, Brazil. Eve anticipates type certification, initial deliveries, and entry-into-service in 2027.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is accepting feedback through Feb. 16 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 53 – Fuselage – Scuppers of the Engine Drain System – Modification.

Formerly known as Professional Development Courses, or PECs, Elevations are in-depth, preconference training courses at VERTICON 2026 designed for professionals looking for focused learning before the exhibit hall opens. The show takes place Mar. 9–12 (exhibits open Mar. 10–12) in Atlanta, Georgia.

Rotorcraft and vertical aviation technology will be featured at the new Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Vertical Lift Center during the event, which takes place Jul. 20–26 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. “Vertical aviation is entering a period of fast growth and real change, and the new [center] gives us a high-visibility place to show the public where this sector is headed,” says VAI President and CEO François Lassale.

The Air Methods operator partnered with the Henry County (Virginia) Department of Public Safety Training Center to provide critical-care training for prehospital providers Jan. 9–10 in Martinsville.

The company has received a 2026 BIG Innovation Award for its Veryon AIRE artificial intelligence (AI) aviation maintenance software.