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This FAA airworthiness directive (AD), which requires repetitively inspecting certain main-rotor hub sleeves and prohibits installing those sleeves without an inspection, becomes effective Dec. 20, 2024.

The company has completed US Army airworthiness qualification and US Air Force testing of its Vita Rescue System.

Joby Aviation has secured an FAA Part 141 certificate for its flight academy and approval for its safety management system under Part 5.

Carly Anderson will serve as chief legal officer, general counsel, and chief strategy officer for Jet Support Services Inc. (JSSI). She previously worked for Boeing.

Bell Textron has obtained European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification for the Subaru-Bell 412EPX.

The FAA has issued a revised policy for the harnesses used for fall protection by utility line workers when performing human external cargo operations. VAI argued for harmonized standards for safety compliance on behalf of operators as part of the process. This decision ensures uniformity, enhances safety, and promotes operational compliance with existing local, state, and federal safety rules.

Smith Myers is detailing how its Artemis mobile phone detection and location system in a Leonardo AW139 played a role in the Nov. 17 rescue of an injured hiker.

Company provides life support systems and aircraft interiors for various Airbus, Bell, and Leonardo helicopter operators.