19-Mar-2025Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced during VAI Verticon 2025 that it has completed the delivery of Global Medical Response’s first IFR-configured Bell 407GXi, marking the beginning of 24 anticipated aircraft deliveries to the air medical service operator. “Bell is proud to deliver the first aircraft in the series to Global Medical Response, highlighting... Read more
14-Mar-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical provider, is growing its fleet by nearly 50 aircraft to expand services across the country and serve more patients in need of emergency transport. At the VERTICON 2025 conference in Dallas, Air Methods signed major purchase agreements with both Bell Textron Inc. and Airbus Helicopters, reinforcing Air Methods’... Read more
14-Mar-2025Source: Boeing
Boeing and SKF Aerospace are expanding their partnership, with Boeing’s distribution business becoming an authorized distributor for SKF Aerospace bearings. SKF Aerospace France is an approved manufacturer of several Boeing standards, and this agreement allows Boeing Distribution Services to be listed in D1-4426 as an approved distributor of SKF’s bearings. This agreement follows stringent quality... Read more
14-Mar-2025Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI), the leading trade association for the vertical aviation industry, is pleased to announce the results of the first election of board members under its restructured governance framework. VAI operator members elected five of their peers to serve a three-year term on the Board of Directors. This expansion aligns with VAI’s commitment... Read more
14-Mar-2025Source: Boeing
Boeing and Donaldson Aerospace & Defense announced the expansion of their partnership – adding rotorcraft filtration products to Boeing’s distribution catalog. Signed at the 2025 Verticon convention, the new agreement means Boeing’s rotorcraft customers can now leverage Boeing’s global distribution network for high-quality air, fuel and hydraulic filtration solutions. Boeing currently distributes a portfolio of... Read more
14-Mar-2025Source: VAI
The world’s largest vertical aviation trade show and conference, VERTICON, concluded its 2025 edition Thursday as a resounding success. This was the first edition of VERTICON, produced by Vertical Aviation International (VAI). The association, formerly known as Helicopter Association International, had rebranded in February 2024 and announced that its annual show, HAI HELI-EXPO, would also... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
Leonardo has announced a further growth in presence of the AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopter in Australia at Verticon 2025, with orders for four more aircraft by LifeFlight and joint venture partner StarFlight as they celebrate 10 years of successful cooperation with the operator since it received its first AW139 in 2015. The new helicopters will... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
At Verticon 2025 (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March), a prime exhibition for the world’s rotorcraft industry and community, Leonardo announced further growth within the commercial helicopter market, with new orders for nearly 30 helicopters of various models to several operators across Europe, Americas, Africa and Asia-Pacific primarily for energy support, rescue and public service duties, VIP... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
Leonardo AW09 next generation single engine helicopter’s market footprint continues to expand with further demand and distributors reinforcing their commitment with new preliminary sales orders as the program development makes progress. Helitech Asia PTE LTD, based in Singapore, was appointed AW09 distributor in 2023 for Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, South Korea, and Vietnam—markets with... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
Leonardo’s presence in the China’s civil helicopter market grows further with new orders and deliveries for the bestselling AW139 intermediate twin engine supporting the energy industry. CITIC Offshore Helicopter Company Limited (COHC) took delivery of three more AW139 offshore helicopters between the end of 2024 and early 2025, bringing to 13 the total number of... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
At Verticon 2025 (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March) Leonardo and Mitsui Bussan Aerospace announced the renewal of the Distributor Agreement for AW139, AW169 and AW189 helicopter sales and support & services in Japan and a commitment to procure eleven new helicopters from all types over the 2025-2027 period. The partners have more than 20 years of... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Reiser
European Heli Center (EHC) and Reiser Simulation and Training GmbH (REISER) are proud to announce a significant contract: REISER will deliver an H135/H145 Level D full-flight simulator to the brand-new European Heli Center based at Lelystad Airport, near Amsterdam. Signed on the opening day of the VERTICON Show in Dallas, this milestone represents a substantial... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
Leonardo and Parkview Health announced the execution of an option for a second AW169 helicopter with delivery expected in the second quarter of 2026, further strengthening the Parkview Samaritan critical care transport program after the first AW169 entered service in 2024. Over the last 36 years, Parkview Samaritan teams have transported (by air and ground)... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: SRT Helicopters
SRT Helicopters proudly announces 20 years of participating with Vertical Aviation International at events including HeliExpo and now Verticon. SRT personnel have served on industry working groups and shared a wealth of knowledge and expertise with VAI (formerly HAI) members for 2 decades. “We enjoy meeting our clients at Verticon.” stated Karim Slate, senior SRT... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
The Leonardo AW189 super-medium helicopter’s success in Northern Europe and in the energy market continues to grow with the addition of a further two newly built units to be operated by Norwegian company Lufttransport RW AS with deliveries expected in 2026 to deliver offshore transport services on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS). This contract will... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today at VAI Verticon 2025 that it set a new record for aircraft orders in Latin America during FY2024, marking the largest number of Bell 429s ordered in a single year in the region. This milestone underscores the growing demand for Bell’s aerial solutions and its success... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: GDHF
GDHF and Airbus Helicopters today signed a letter of Intent (LOI) for the GDHF purchase of 5 x Factory new H225 Long Range Heavy Helicopters. The 5 x factory new H225’s will add to the current GDHF fleet of 10 x Super Pumas (8 x H225 and 2 x AS332L2). Regis Magnac (VP & Head... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: VAI
In 2024, the US helicopter industry posted its lowest number of fatal accidents and its lowest rate of fatal accidents per 100,000 flight hours in 25 years. The data was presented as part of the US Helicopter Safety Team’s (USHST’s) all-hands meeting Monday at VERTICON 2025. The data, compiled by FAA aviation safety coordinator Lee... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
GDAT, one of China’s most prominent helicopter operators, has signed an HCare In-Service contract with Airbus to cover ten H225 helicopters. The fleet of H225 helicopters will be used in multiple missions like emergency services and forest protection by governmental organisations. The HCare In-Service contract ensures optimised spare parts availability, streamlined logistics, and cost-effective maintenance... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced at VAI Verticon 2025 the signed purchase agreement for two Bell 429s to Entergy Services, LLC, an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations. Entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. “Entergy’s choice... Read more
13-Mar-2025Source: Metro Aviation
Metro Aviation is set to deliver the first EMS-configured Airbus H160 in the United States, with plans to secure a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) by the first quarter of 2026. “We are proud to be part of this groundbreaking project,” said Amy McMullen, Metro’s Director of Aircraft Configuration. “Our team has worked closely with H160... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Metro Aviation
Metro Aviation is proud to be a launch customer for the highly anticipated H140, a groundbreaking aircraft in the H135 series that is poised to redefine HEMS. For the past several years, Metro Aviation has worked closely with Airbus and its team in Germany, following along with the certification process to develop the most advanced... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
New York State Police has placed an order for an Airbus H160 and three H145 helicopters, making them the first law enforcement agency in the U.S. to add an H160 to their fleet. This announcement follows the agency’s order of two H145s in 2024 as New York State Police moves to replace their existing helicopters.... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
DRF Luftrettung and Airbus Helicopters have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) for the purchase of ten H140 helicopters. The German helicopter emergency medical services operator agreed to be one of the launch customers for the new H140 helicopter that was unveiled at the vertical lift industry show, VERTICON, in Dallas, Texas. “Our mission at... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Safran Helicopter Engines
Safran Helicopter Engines has signed a new support-by-the-hour contract with Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopter for the engines powering its fleet of AS350 B4 helicopters. This SBH® contract covers in-service support and MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) for 25 Arriel 2B1 engines. Papillon is the largest helicopter operator for discovery flights over the Grand Canyon, and... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Metro Aviation
Metro Aviation is introducing its latest air medical interior for the H135, featuring notable upgrades while retaining popular elements from the previous design. “We developed this interior based on direct feedback from our customers, focusing on their needs and challenges,” said Metro’s Part 145 Director of Maintenance Shawn Bruton. “The improvements enhance situational awareness and... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: GPMS
GPMS International, the leader in next-generation Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS), is thrilled to announce that Trans Aero Ltd., a premier helicopter operator, has purchased two Foresight MX HUMS systems for their UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. This acquisition marks a significant step forward in Trans Aero’s commitment to maximizing aircraft availability, safety, and cost efficiency... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Recoil Aerospace
Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), designer of the world’s most advanced aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS), proudly announces U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval of its Tsunami AFSS tank system for the UH-60 Black Hawk series helicopters. U.S.-based Recoil’s Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SR02584AK for the UH-60 Black Hawk series helicopter represents the only carbon fiber... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
STAT MedEvac and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement for up to three H140 helicopters in the emergency medical services (EMS) sector. STAT MedEvac is one of the first customers of the new H140 helicopter that was unveiled at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas. STAT MedEvac, an air medical operator based... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Air Methods, the leading air medical provider in the U.S., is expanding its fleet with the addition of new Airbus helicopters. The agreement includes the acquisition of H140 helicopters, as well as 10 H125s and 11 H135s, to support air medical missions across the country. “We are excited to initiate our fleet expansion efforts with... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Enstrom
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is partnering with a new service center to better serve its customers. Heli-Lynx Helicopters is now authorized to perform maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on both piston and turbine Enstrom models. Located in Southern Ontario, Heli-Lynx has offered premium support for private and commercial helicopter operators worldwide since 2002. “Enstrom owners will be... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics is proud to announce the continuing expansion of its AMU 6500 digital intercom system. The new addition to the AMU6500 series is the DVCS 6100 Plus and DVCS 6100 Compact control panels. The AMU 6500 employs soft touch keys and glass for its control screen. These new DVCS panels eliminate the glass screen... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Cirro
Together, AirSuite and Vertical Aviation International (VAI) announce their partnership with a shared commitment to deliver unprecedented digital operational safety benefits to VAI members. The partnership offers VAI members complimentary access to AirSuite’s built-in SMS module, one of several operation tools within their full software suite of Cirro products. “Safety is at the core of... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
Leonardo is excited to celebrate the successful partnership between HeliService USA and Sabine Bank Pilots, marking a key milestone in the US harbor pilot industry with the introduction of the AW169 intermediate twin engine helicopter. Sabine Bank Pilots, a highly skilled organization responsible for safely guiding vessels through the Sabine-Neches Waterway – one of Texas’... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Leonardo
Aero Asahi Corporation (Aero Asahi), one of Japan’s leading general aviation service providers, announced at Verticon 2025 (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March) orders for two more Leonardo AW169 light intermediate helicopters. These new aircraft, which add to the AW169 purchased in early 2024 marking the first Agusta-branded VIP helicopter in the Japanese market and planned to... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Westair Helicopters has signed a multi-services HCare In-Service contract to support their fleet of three H225 helicopters. Westair Helicopters recently introduced the versatile H225 aircraft into its fleet to carry out offshore energy operations at its Lüderitz base in Namibia. With its extended range, the H225 fleet will support an exploration campaign with TotalEnergies. “The... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Cirro
PJ Helicopters, a Quanta Services Company and a leader in precision helicopter lift services, and Winco Powerline Services, a Quanta Services Company, have chosen Cirro by AirSuite as their comprehensive Flight Operations and Safety Management System (SMS). The announcement comes on the second day of the VAI Verticon Conference. Greg Stine, Director of Safety, Quanta... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Eye in the Sky
Eye in the Sky is pleased to announce the appointment of Keir Brown as General Manager. With a strong background in aviation sales and business development, Keir will be leading the company’s efforts to drive sales growth and accelerate the evolution of cockpit video recording technology. As the aviation industry continues to prioritise safety, training,... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: PHI MRO Services
PHI MRO Services, a global leader in helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, recently delivered the first of two Bell 407 GXis to Louisiana State Police (LSP) as part of a completion contract awarded in August 2024. The custom-configured aircraft was delivered to LSP on February 7, 2025, ahead of Super Bowl LIX in... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Safran
Safran Helicopter Engines has been selected by Airbus Helicopters to power their H140 helicopter. This new 3-tonne class light twin-engine helicopter will be powered by the 700 shp power class Arrius 2E, the most advanced model of the Arrius family. The Arrius 2E benefits from innovative technologies developed on the Arriel 2E and Arrano 1A... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced at VAI Verticon 2025 that Air Methods has signed a Master Purchasing Agreement for up to 27 aircraft, including fifteen IFR-configured Bell 407GXis with an option to purchase an additional twelve aircraft in the future. This agreement comes on the heels of Air Methods’ recent signed... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Cherokee Federal
Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, unveiled the patent-pending and rapidly deployable MVP™ (Mobile Vertipad Platform), offering an unmatched mobile versatility for Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) and electric VTOL (eVTOL) aircraft. Designed and manufactured in the United States, MVP™ operates across diverse sectors — from commercial airports and defense operations... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Astronautics
Astronautics Corporation of America is providing Airbus a new version (V3) of its wireless Airborne Communication System (wACS), or AeroSync Max, for their H225/M helicopters. The Astronautics AeroSync Max/wACS is a flexible, dual-partitioned avionics communication platform providing the gateway to enable secure communication between the open world and avionics systems, giving immediate and automatic access... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Spectrolab
Spectrolab, Inc. is displaying its newest Nightsun® airborne searchlight at VERTICON 2025 in Dallas this week. The Nightsun® SXP-10 features a new innovative searchlight design which builds on more than 50 years of high intensity searchlight design and manufacturing heritage. The Nightsun® SXP-10 was developed to fill the gap in the mid-size high intensity searchlight... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, introduces new luxury interiors for the Bell 407GXi, creating a new addition for its Designer Series catalogue. This latest offering was directly inspired by customer feedback on new interiors and features requested to amplify their flight experience. The new trim option upgrades all the interior cabin... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Jeff Pino Foundation
The Jeff Pino Foundation (JPF) is proud to announce that 100 students from Texas and Oklahoma will attend Verticon 2025 in Dallas on March 13. This initiative, in collaboration with Vertical Aviation International, provides students passionate about aviation and STEM fields with the unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge innovations at the most influential event in the... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: VAI
Joby Aviation’s S4 2.0 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft is making its first appearance at this year’s VERTICON. The 4,800-lb. aircraft can carry one pilot and four passengers and has more than a 100-mile range and a 200-mph top speed. Joby recently reported that it was well into the fourth stage of a... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: v2track
v2track is pleased to announce the opening of their North American sales and support office in Victoria, BC, Canada. v2track’s full range of hardware, mapping and airtime services will be offered and supported from this new location to better serve our local operators. Charles Noble, Business Development Manager stated “We are really excited to have... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: XP Services
XP Services, a leader in aviation services, announced its participation in VERTICON 2025, the world’s largest vertical aviation trade show. The event will take place March 10-13 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas. XP Services specializes in developmental flight testing, aircraft certification and modifications, serving military and commercial operators. At VERTICON, the... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Blueberry Aviation
Blueberry Aviation is pleased to announce a landmark yearly achievement, having secured assets acquisitions totalling USD 113.65 million in 2024 alone. This impressive performance reaffirms the company’s leadership in the helicopter trading sector and reflects sustained global demand for its comprehensive fleet offerings and tailored customer solutions. These assets are expected to meet the sustained... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: VAI
VAI is hosting a plethora of career, education, and training opportunities at VERTICON 2025, according to Greg Brown, VAI’s director of education and training. “It doesn’t matter what aspect of vertical aviation you’re interested in; we have something at VERTICON that can help you.” Offerings include a workshop for military veterans who are transitioning from... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, announced that it has signed lease agreements with Omni Helicopters International (“OHI”) for seven helicopters. The transactions include the lease of two Airbus H145s, one Airbus H135, one new Airbus H160 and one new Airbus H175, in addition to lease extensions on two... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Recoil Aerospace
Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), a leading company in aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS) and aviation liquid utility tanks, has expanded its service levels in the Asia Pacific region with a key management promotion. Recoil is pleased to announce Gina Pak as the company’s Senior Vice President Asia-Pacific. Pak leads Recoil’s services to key public safety,... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Outerlink
The Westchester County Police Department (WCPD) continues to lead the way in law enforcement rotorcraft operations by teaming up with Outerlink to complete the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) of the Air IP™ Wi-Fi system in their Bell 407 helicopters. For years, WCPD has recognized its helicopters as essential assets, not only for aerial surveillance but also... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced that it has signed long-term lease agreements for two new Leonardo AW189 helicopters with CHC Helicopter (“CHC”). The announcement was made during Verticon, formerly HAI Heli-Expo, in Dallas, Texas. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in the second and fourth quarters... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced that it has signed lease agreements with Offshore Helicopter Services UK Limited (“OHS”) for four additional helicopters, including two new Leonardo AW139s, one new Airbus H175, and one Sikorsky S-92, which are scheduled to deliver in 2025 through 2026. The announcement... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) is proud to announce that sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be used in many helicopters flying into the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas for VERTICON, the premier annual conference and trade show for the vertical aviation industry. This initiative underscores VAI’s commitment to sustainability in aviation and reducing the industry’s environmental impact.... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: StandardAero
“These flight demos will enable operators to personally feel the major difference that a true 4-axis autopilot can make to the helicopter’s flight control performance. They will experience its hands-off, feet-off capabilities and see how pilot workload is reduced while both mission efficiency and safety are significantly increased,” said Christian Blagborne, Technical Sales Manager for... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: GPMS
GPMS International has successfully delivered the first of two Foresight MX HUMS for Entergy’s two Bell 429 helicopters, strengthening the utility provider’s commitment to operational safety, efficiency, and predictive maintenance. “We’re proud to support Entergy with a smarter, more proactive approach to maintenance and fleet management,” said John Byus, director of sales at GPMS. “By equipping their Bell 429s with our HUMS, Entergy gains access... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: GDHF
GDHF announced that it has delivered the second of two Leonardo Helicopters AW189 Super Medium Helicopters on lease to OHI Group. The AW189’s will operate as part of Omni Taxi Aéreo’s fleet meeting their clients air transport requirements in Latin America. Michael York (CEO – GDHF) said “GDHF is delighted to announce the delivery of... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: Recoil Aerospace
Two leading aerospace companies are teaming to bring their respective equipment and services to global helicopter operators. Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), designer of the world’s most advanced aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS), has announced Alabama-based Ace Aeronautics (Ace) as a new distributor for the Recoil Tsunami line of AFSS tank systems for the UH-60 Black... Read more
7-Mar-2025Source: Veryon
Veryon, a leading provider of information services and software solutions for the aviation industry, recently announced its upcoming attendance at VERTICON, formerly HAI Heli-Expo, the world’s largest vertical aviation conference and trade show dedicated to the helicopter industry. The event will take place on March 10-13 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, TX, drawing an impressive... Read more
7-Mar-2025Source: VAI
The Board of Directors of Vertical Aviation International (VAI) announced that Gray Talent Advisors (GTA) will lead the search for the association’s next president and CEO. The incumbent in that position, James Viola, will leave the organization on March 15, following VERTICON 2025, to assume the role of president and CEO at the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). “Finding the... Read more
7-Mar-2025Source: VAI
This week, Vertical Aviation International’s highly anticipated annual conference and exposition, VERTICON, will make a grand entrance in Dallas. Starting Friday, Mar. 7 at approximately 10:00 am central, the skies over the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas will come alive as more than 34 helicopters, including some of the most popular models in... Read more
6-Mar-2025Source: Airwolf Aerospace
Airwolf Aerospace has received supplemental type certificate (STC) approval from the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC) for the installation of True Blue Power® TB20 lithium-ion batteries in Airbus AS350/H125 and AS355 helicopters. This new STC follows recent Airwolf lithium-ion battery installation STCs from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), European Union Aviation Safety Agency... Read more
6-Mar-2025Source: GPMS
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) and GPMS International have announced a strategic partnership to provide VAI members with unparalleled access to advanced Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS) technology. Through this collaboration, VAI members will gain an exclusive discount on the purchase of Foresight MX, the industry’s leading HUMS, directly through GPMS. Foresight MX is an all-in-one HUMS that provides vibration monitoring,... Read more
6-Mar-2025Source: Vislink Technologies
Vislink Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB: VISL) a global technology leader in the capture, delivery, and management of high-quality live video and associated data in the defense, public safety and broadcast sectors, announces its participation at Verticon 2025, the premier event for helicopter technology solutions. Taking place from March 11-13 in Dallas, Texas, the event will provide attendees... Read more
26-Feb-2025Source: VAI
Five seats are open in three operator member categories, for a term of three years. Vertical Aviation International (VAI) is pleased to announce the candidates for this year’s election to the VAI Board of Directors. Each director elected will serve a term of three years beginning on Jul. 1, 2025. Candidates for the TWO open... Read more
20-Feb-2025Source: Americase
Americase is set to feature its advanced protective containers at booth #9756 during VERTICON 2025 on March 11-13 in Dallas, Texas. Highlights include the Helicopter Blade Case, expertly engineered and rigorously tested to safeguard blades during transit and storage and the Rotor Hub Shaft Case, customized per hub shaft design to ensure excellent fit and protection. “At Americase, we take... Read more
12-Feb-2025Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) is pleased to announce the candidates for this year’s election to the VAI Board of Directors. Each director elected will serve a term of three years beginning on Jul. 1, 2025. Candidates for the TWO open seats in the VAI Operator Member, Commercial/Private—Small membership category subclassification: • Chris Baur Hughes Aerospace... Read more
7-Feb-2025Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) is excited to unveil the winners of the 2025 POWER UP Magazine Photo Contest. This highly anticipated contest draws hundreds of submissions every year from talented photographers around the globe. The highlight of this year’s competition was an entry from Christian Postl of Enzesfeld-Lindabrunn, Niederosterreich, Austria, which won this year’s Grand... Read more
3-Feb-2025Source: Enstrom
Enstrom will showcase its own expanded display, featuring the Piston 280FX along with two Turbine 480Bs. The Surack Enterprises and Enstrom executive teams will be in attendance with support from engineering, customer service, and purchasing. Representatives will be eager to meet and network with Enstrom’s customer base. President Todd Tetzlaff said, “I’m excited to talk... Read more
29-Jan-2025Source: LifeFlight of Maine
LifeFlight of Maine is honored to be this year’s recipient of Vertical Aviation International’s (VAI) “Salute to Excellence Safety Award,” which they announced recently in a press release. The award recognizes LifeFlight’s “exceptional contributions to enhancing safety and safety awareness in vertical aviation operations.” “Facing the challenges of Maine’s complex terrain and harsh weather, the organization has... Read more
29-Jan-2025Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) offers this statement on the recent confirmation of Sean Duffy, former member of the US House of Representatives, as the US Secretary of Transportation. “The members and staff of Vertical Aviation International (VAI) extend our congratulations to Sean Duffy on his confirmation as Secretary of the Department of Transportation. With his... Read more
27-Jan-2025Source: VAI
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) is proud to announce the winners of this year’s prestigious Salute to Excellence Awards. This annual program is dedicated to recognizing the extraordinary achievements and unwavering commitment of professionals within the vertical aviation industry. Celebrating the best of the best in vertical flight, Salute to Excellence highlights outstanding contributions from pilots,... Read more
