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Thursday, July 30, 2026 - 10:14
Airbus Helicopters launches a dedicated training academy in the UK to provide a one-stop-shop for rotary-wing technical training, with more than 400 pilots, engineering technicians and aerospace leaders expected to go through the academy on an annual basis.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - 10:18

It’s time to let our voices be heard. We need to do our part to participate in the Federal Government’s rulemaking process. The FAA recently published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled Mechanic Certification: Inspection Rating and Recent Experience Requirements in the Federal Register. The proposed rule will affect FAA certified mechanics with Inspection Authorization.

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Boston MedFlight Continues to Invest in Safety with Purchase of ASU’s E3 Night Vision Goggles
Boston MedFlight Continues to Invest in Safety with Purchase of ASU’s E3 Night Vision Goggles

Boston MedFlight (BMF), a nonprofit critical-care transport service, announces the purchase of the E3 Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) from Aviation Specialties Unlimited, Inc. (ASU). This investment is part of Boston MedFlight’s ongoing commitment to improving the safety and well-being of its pilots and clinical team while providing top-level care for critically ill or injured patients.

MD Helicopters Delivers First MD 500E to MD 530F Conversion with Authorized Service Center Thoroughbred Aviation
MD Helicopters Delivers First MD 500E to MD 530F Conversion with Authorized Service Center Thoroughbred Aviation

MD Helicopters announces the successful completion of the first MD 500E to MD 530F conversion, carried out at an MD Authorized Service Center, Thoroughbred Aviation, in Lexington, KY. This significant milestone reflects the strength of the MD Authorized Service Center network and MD Helicopters’ commitment to fleet upgrades by making it easier and less costly to upgrade MD aircraft.

The National League of Cities (NLC) launches a national Aviation Advisory Forum on Air Mobility and Drone Integration. The Aviation Advisory Forum will bring together local government leaders to provide timely and strategic advice to the federal government and aviation industry on efforts to integrate advanced air mobility (AAM) like air taxis and drones into U.S. airspace and communities across the country. Mayor Buddy Dyer of Orlando, FL, and Mayor Lilly Wu of Wichita, KS, will serve as co-chairs.

Airbus and European Partners Demonstrate Collaboration between Helicopters and Unmanned Systems
Airbus and European Partners Demonstrate Collaboration between Helicopters and Unmanned Systems

Airbus Helicopters and its partners conduct a full-scale demonstration of a manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) system developed as part of a project funded by the European Union and code-named MUSHER. The demonstration took place in France and Italy from Sept. 30 to Oct. 9 and involved multiple manned helicopters and unmanned systems connected to a single MUM-T network.

Unmatched Aviation Training Presented by Concorde Battery Corporation Coming in January 2025
Unmatched Aviation Training Presented by Concorde Battery Corporation Coming in January 2025

Registration is open for Concorde’s January 2025 Virtual IA Renewal Series. Now in its fifth year, the Virtual IA Renewal Series features maintenance training seminars focused on three disciplines: Piston Engine Starting, Turbine Engine Starting, and Rotorcraft. These courses are geared to engage and educate attendees worldwide.

Helicopter Specialties Enters 25th Year of Service with New Projects and Certifications
Helicopter Specialties Enters 25th Year of Service with New Projects and Certifications

Helicopter Specialties, Inc. (HSI) enters its 25th year in business on a strong note, with a new certification and a steady flow of helicopters arriving at the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport from air medical organizations, as well as government, corporate, utility, private and international segments.

The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) announces the release of a draft of the 13th edition of national accreditation Standards for Medical Transport programs for publication in 2025. The first edition of the Standards was published in 1990 and have evolved with input from those who work in the medical transport industry.

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