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Dec
16
2024
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Alexandria, VA (December 13, 2024) – It was announced yesterday that Rep. Sam Graves (R-Mo.-6) has retained his chairmanship of the US House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. In recognition of his outstanding service, Graves received a waiver from the GOP leadership to continue in that role despite applicable term limits.
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Dec
03
2024
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Alexandria, VA (December 3, 2024) – The FAA has issued a revised policy for the harnesses used for fall protection by utility lineworkers when performing human external cargo (HEC) operations. This decision ensures uniformity, enhances safety, and promotes operational compliance with existing local, state, and federal safety rules.
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Oct
29
2024
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Alexandria, VA (October 29, 2024) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI), the leading trade association representing vertical aviation industry, announces significant updates to its bylaws, reflecting the rapid growth and evolution of the sector. The new governance framework ensures that VAI remains an effective voice for the industry, both now and in the future.
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Oct
23
2024
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Las Vegas, NV (October 22, 2024) – The FAA has issued a final rule for the qualifications, training, and operational requirements for pilots and instructors flying powered-lift aircraft, which combine characteristics of airplanes and helicopters. This rule is a key step toward advanced air mobility (AAM) operations, which include air taxis and cargo delivery, becoming a reality in the US National Airspace System.
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Sep
26
2024
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Honolulu, Hawaii (Sep. 24, 2024) – Over 100 air tour operators, safety experts, and pilots from across the United States convened for the inaugural Air Tour Safety Conference, hosted by Vertical Aviation International (VAI), formerly Helicopter Association International (HAI). The two-day event, which took place Sep. 23–24 in Honolulu, Hawaii, focused on elevating safety standards within the vertical aviation industry’s air tour sector.
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Sep
26
2024
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Alexandria, VA (September 25, 2024) – As the FAA creates the regulatory framework that will expand the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in the US National Airspace System (NAS), Vertical Aviation International (VAI) has released a statement outlining specific recommendations for UAS operation beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) of their remote pilots or observers. VAI urges regulators and industry to review and consider this position statement, developed with all airspace users and operations in mind, as the industry begins scaled UAS operations.
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Jul
23
2024
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Alexandria, VA. (July 23, 2024) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI) and the general aviation industry commend the recent decision by the US District Court, District of Hawaii, to overturn a section of Hawaii Act 311 that imposed reporting requirements on air tour operators in that state. The decision reaffirms the doctrine of preemption, which reserves certain functions, including oversight of aviation, to the federal government.
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May
15
2024
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Alexandria, VA (May 15, 2024) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI), formerly Helicopter Association International, applauds Congress for passing a bipartisan, five-year FAA reauthorization bill. This milestone marks a significant step forward in strengthening safety, enhancing infrastructure, and addressing many issues facing vertical flight and the entire aviation sector.
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Mar
01
2024
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Anaheim, Calif. (Mar. 01, 2024) – The world’s largest vertical aviation trade show and conference concluded with great news for the industry. Record attendance, business deals, and a new brand for the show’s producer marked this year’s HAI HELI-EXPO®, the 35th year the show has been held under that name.
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Feb
26
2024
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Anaheim, Calif. Feb. 26, 2024 – In response to the needs of the rapidly expanding vertical aviation industry, Vertical Aviation International (VAI) is the new identity and name for Helicopter Association International (HAI).
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