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This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus H160-B helicopters, ATA 05–Time Limits/Maintenance Checks–Airworthiness Limitations Section–Amendment, becomes effective Dec. 10, 2024.

Last month, for the first time in nearly 80 years, the FAA unveiled a new aircraft category—powered-lift. This groundbreaking class of aircraft can take off and land vertically like helicopters and transition to forward flight on fixed wings. We encourage everyone in vertical aviation to become familiar with the Special Federal Aviation Regulation announcing the […]

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At our Nov. 14 webinar, VAI Director of Regulatory Affairs Amber Harrison provided an update on what the new FAA Special Federal Aviation Regulation for powered-lift aircraft means for VAI members. If you missed the webinar, follow the link in the story to watch a recording of it.

Coulson Aviation has obtained a contract from Chile’s National Forestry Corp. (CONAF) to provide aerial firefighting support in the country.

The Air Methods operator hosted a Nov. 20 ceremony with local partners to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of its base in Santa Fe.

Reiser Simulation and Training has obtained a contract from the German Navy to supply an NH90 maintenance training rig starting in 2025.

Operators gathered for the VAI event last week in Boise, Idaho, to discuss topics relevant to aerial work and receive updates from the FAA and the US Forest Service.

The United States Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) has published its Fall 2024 newsletter, which includes the group’s latest safety report, resources for strengthening pilot mental health, tips for mentoring, a review of the new Airman Certification Standards, and more.