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(Japan News) – An accident investigation panel from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (MSDF) is citing lack of coordination between commanding officers as a factor that led to the Apr. 20, 2024, midair collision of two MSDF SH-60K patrol helicopters during a night training exercise.

(Bulgarian News Agency) – Bulgaria Heli Med Services completed its first mountain rescue mission Jul. 7 on the Botev Peak in the Balkan Mountains, airlifting an injured hiker.

(Weather.com) – A California National Guard helicopter crew rescued an injured firefighter who became trapped in the Sierra National Forest while battling the Basin Fire.

(KEYT) – A helicopter crew from the Santa Barbara County Fire Department (SBCFD) transported an injured hiker Jul. 7 from the Tunnel Trail to a local hospital.

VAI members can get a discounted rate on the Aviation Maintenance Never Events training course, which counts toward FAA inspection authorization renewal.