The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation’s approval of three bipartisan aviation measures that would enhance innovation, improve medication transparency for pilots and air traffic controllers, and accelerate the safe deployment of advanced air-mobility (AAM) aircraft in the National Airspace System (NAS).

Vertical Aviation International (VAI) applauds Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), for introducing the McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act, which strengthens aviation safety by requiring the FAA to review and update policies related to low-altitude airspace hazards.

Tech-Tool Plastics, Inc., a manufacturer of rotorcraft windows, celebrates its 50th anniversary with the release of the Forward Reduced Door Cabin Comfort window.

Dallas Avionics announces that, following a successful demonstration of the BlueFly® detection device at the annual SAREX event in Texas, the company will be distributing the innovative search-and-rescue device, manufactured by QRC Technologies, a Parsons company.

Leonardo announces that emergency aerial service provider Avincis has placed 15 orders — 10 for the AW169 light intermediate and 5 for the AW139 intermediate twin-engine aircraft — in the framework of a fleet-modernization-and-reinforcement plan aimed at meeting a long-term rescue and offshore transport growth strategy.

BOOST Systems announces the Starlink Mount, designed for installation on BOOST Systems AS350/H125 cargo baskets. The BOOST Starlink Mount has been purpose-built to integrate seamlessly with BOOST cargo baskets, enabling operators to securely and efficiently install Starlink hardware.

Airbus Helicopters announces NHV Group has begun operating two H160 helicopters leased from GD Helicopter Finance (GDHF) to support oil, gas and offshore wind crew-change operations in Northern Europe. This entry into service marks a significant milestone in the global rollout of the H160, as the aircraft enters the European offshore energy market.

Aero Asset announces the appointment of Céline Marchal as vice president of Sales APAC. Based in Singapore, Marchal will lead Aero Asset’s regional growth across the Asia-Pacific market.