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Baird was previously COO for the Utica, New York–based company. He will continue to report to CEO Derek Swaim.

VAI is seeking a safety program analyst to join our Safety team. This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for a recent college graduate with a background in engineering (or a related technical field) and a strong interest in aviation safety.

(PR Newswire) – The company has secured a $275 million contract to provide airborne self-protection electronic warfare (EW) systems on a fleet of helicopters for an undisclosed country in the Asia-Pacific region.

A LifeFlight Australia crew based in Toowoomba, Queensland, airlifted two injured hikers in separate rescues Jan. 11 from the Scenic Rim and Moreton Bay regions.

The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has determined the probable cause of the accident to be the pilot’s failure to maintain an appropriate descent rate during approach, which resulted in a hard landing.

The FAA is advising general aviation pilots who will be flying in areas surrounding San Francisco, California, from Feb. 4–10 to be aware of temporary flight restrictions, follow special air traffic procedures, and comply with additional operational requirements in effect for the National Football League’s Super Bowl LX.   

The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has determined the probable cause of the accident to be the pilot’s loss of control during landing approach in strong wind conditions, which resulted in the tail rotor contacting the ground while landing.

The US government agency’s new Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems will oversee strategic investments in drone technology, including $115 million for security at venues related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and America250, the 250th anniversary celebration of the United States.

The Texas-based air medical operator has obtained Level 3 Safety Management System (SMS) verification through the WYVERN Flight Leader program.

The MML Capital Partners investment fund has become the majority owner of Coptersafety, including its training center at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (EFHK) in Finland.