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Sep
29
2025
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Alexandria, Va. (Sep. 26, 2025) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI) welcomes the recently implemented FAA policy on fall-protection harnesses used by utility line workers when performing human external cargo (HEC) activities. The policy expands operator options to include US government–accepted harnesses that meet standards recognized by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and accepted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The change ensures uniformity, improving safety and supporting compliance with local, state, and federal rules.
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The U.S. Air Force planned in 2024 to certify the F-117A Nighthawk to be able to refuel from the
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The 40th Flight Test Squadron’s Detachment 1, which executed A-10 developmental test operations, was
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Federal Investigators identified a multitude of errors and systemic safety lapses as the primary
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Although the key fixes for the KC-46 will still take years to fully reach the fleet, anew plan
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Over the past seven months, the three major airports serving New York City have seen a rise in
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FLIGHT ADVISORYGPS INTERFERENCE TESTINGDUGWAY PROVING GROUND (DPG) 26-17 (REVISION 1) 18 – 28
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Mar
23
2026
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Asunción, 21 March 2026 - Private company Aeropar, of Paraguay, has procured two AW109 Trekker light twin helicopters to perform utility transport missions starting in 2028, marking the entrance of Leonardo helicopters into the country’s rotorcraft market. An announcement was made on 16 March at the International Airport of Asunción, in the presence of representatives from institutions and industry.
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Jul
28
2026
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation (Enstrom) has delivered a new 480B turbine helicopter to Safomar Aviation (Safomar), its longtime authorized distributor serving South Africa and much of Sub-Saharan Africa. The delivery not only reflects the company’s longstanding partnership, but also marks Enstrom's first commercial aircraft delivery since resuming production—an important milestone as the company continues expanding support for both commercial and military operators worldwide.
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The first Gripen E has been delivered to the Skaraborg Wing (F 7), the Swedish Air Force’s
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