25-Jul-2013Source: Keystone Med-Flight
Keystone Med-Flight LLC (“Keystone”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Hawke Aerospace, today announced it has earned the Helicopter Association International’s (HAI) 2012 Operator Safety Award. This coveted honor is presented to helicopter operators who operated without accident in the previous year. HAI acknowledged Keystone for its outstanding 2012 safety record and accident-free flight hours. “This... Read more
23-Jul-2013Source: HAI
Helicopter Association International annually presents professional education courses and safety education sessions at HAI HELI-EXPO®, the world’s largest helicopter trade show and exposition. This year will be no exception, and HAI is seeking vendors to offer professional education courses and presenters to offer safety education sessions at HAI HELI-EXPO 2014 in Anaheim, California, February 24-27... Read more
22-Jul-2013Source: HAI
Housing for HAI HELI-EXPO 2014 is now open. Once again, Connections Housing will be the official housing and reservations coordinator. To take advantage of discounted rates, be sure to book your housing by January 17, 2014.... Read more
22-Jul-2013
The Helicopter Association International (HAI) is joining the U.S. Department of Defense and hundreds of other organizations to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and honor U.S. and allied service members who fought there. “There is no question that the helicopter industry in the United States and even around the world was profoundly... Read more
15-Jul-2013Source: Bloomberg
The U.S. Court of Appeals in Washington today rejected a bid by HAI to overturn an FAA rule requiring helicopters to take the route over the Long Island Sound after north shore residents complained about helicopter noise. see full story... Read more
12-Jul-2013Source: Guidance Aviation
Helicopter flight training scholarship applications started being accepted by Helicopter Flight International, “HFI”, on June 01, 2013. The deadline for the helicopter flight training scholarship application is November 01, 2013. There will be a total of 19 scholarships being provided by HFI to students of the helicopter industry. The Commercial Rating Helicopter Scholarship is for those... Read more
9-Jul-2013Source: HAI
Housing for HELI-EXPO 2014 will open tomorrow, July 10, at 1:00 pm EDT. Once again, Connections Housing will be our official housing and reservations coordinator. Make your reservations online tomorrow at www.rotor.org/housing. Helpful Information and Printable Forms Map of Hotels Hotels At-A-Glance Hotel information Hotel amenities chart Individual reservation form Group reservation form Questions? Contact Connections Housing at 404-842-0000, 877-254-HELI (4354)... Read more
2-Jul-2013Source: HAI
The HAI Communications Department is now accepting requests for news conference slots at HELI-EXPO 2014, to be held in Anaheim, Calif., February 24-27, 2014. Requests will only be accepted from confirmed HELI-EXPO exhibitors. Requests must be submitted online. Once again, HAI will host a Media Day on Monday, February 24, giving exhibitors an opportunity to speak... Read more
2-Jul-2013Source: HAI
Join HAI, the FAA Safety Team, the Denver FSDO, and many more on July 20 in Aurora, Colo., for the very latest information on the safety issues facing the rotorcraft industry. A panel of experts will discuss local and regional issues affecting helicopter pilots, accident trends, personal risk assessment, safety initiatives, career paths/opportunities, and many... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: HAI
HAI’s Partner Services Virtual Mall — a unique business-to-business opportunity that allows associate members to make special offers available exclusively to fellow HAI members — opens its doors for the first time on Monday, July 1, at 9 a.m./ET. Fourteen vendors have set up shop for the Mall’s grand opening. “This is today’s way of... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: HAI
The FAA has released its 2013 NextGen Implementation Plan, updating estimates of cost and time savings to help gain support for the program. Between now and 2020, the FAA estimates NextGen improvements will reduce aviation delays by 41 percent compared with what would happen if no further NextGen improvements were made from this point forward. The... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: HAI
Much of the work of HAI is done by members serving on one or more of the association’s 14 committees. During the last week of June, several of those committees gathered at HAI’s headquarters in Alexandria, Va., for very productive working sessions. The HAI Technical and Safety committees held their annual spring meeting in HAI’s... Read more
28-Jun-2013Source: HAI
HAI’s exciting new member benefit, the Partner Services Virtual Mall, opens its doors on Monday, July 1. Nearly a dozen HAI associate members will be there on the first day to offer products or services at rates that are exclusively available to HAI members. To take advantage of the special offers, all that’s required is... Read more
27-Jun-2013Source: HAI
HAI officially threw the doors of its new international headquarters open on Monday, June 24, with a ribbon cutting and welcome reception. HAI President Matt Zuccaro was joined by Alexandria, Va., Mayor William Euille and members of both the current board of directors and the board that approved the building purchase for the ribbon-cutting ceremony.... Read more
27-Jun-2013Source: HAI
HAI HELI-EXPO 2013 exhibitors are eligible to participate in Lottery 1 to exhibit at EXPO 2014. Participation in Lottery 1 increases your chances of securing a booth location closest to your preference. The deadline to submit your Application for Space with payment for Lottery 1 is Friday, June 28, 2013. To receive the member rate, your dues... Read more
16-Jun-2013Source: HAI
The first HAI Accreditation Program of Safety (HAI-APS) auditor training course will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2013, in the new HAI headquarters, located at 1920 Ballenger Avenue in Alexandria, Va. This no-cost course is mandatory for individuals interested in becoming HAI-APS auditors. Click here to register. The HAI-APS is built and expands upon the... Read more
14-Jun-2013Source: HAI
When the HAI Partner Services Mall online at rotor.com opens its doors on July 1 2013, HAI members who are logged in and visit will get a one-of-a-kind business-to-business experience. “As far as we’ve been able to determine, it’s the first one-stop shop where our HAI member businesses in need of products or services can... Read more
13-Jun-2013Source: HAI
n Saturday, June 8, HAI joined the FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) in sponsoring a helicopter safety seminar in Pensacola, Fla. In addition to an HAI Safety Initiative Overview presented by Stan Rose, HAI’s director of Safety Outreach Programs, the agenda included presentations by Dr. Scott Chappell, chair of the Department of human Factors at the... Read more
10-Jun-2013Source: EAA AirVenture
For the third year in a row, the HAI HELI-CENTER® will have a prominent place at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wis., close to the flightline near show center. And this year we have an opportunity, with your help, to put helicopters front and center. For the first time ever, EAA has designated the space between... Read more
10-Jun-2013Source: HAI
Starting July 1, 2013, HAI will offer associate members a new way to reach their fellow HAI members a new way to save on the products and services they need. It’s called the HAI Partner Services Program. Here’s how it works. HAI associate members with products or services to offer sign up to be part... Read more
10-Jun-2013Source: HAI
The executives and staff of Helicopter Association International (HAI) on Thursday, June 6, 2013, moved into the association’s new headquarters facility, located a few blocks away from its previous location in Alexandria, Va. The new, larger space allows HAI to meet growth requirements to better serve members and provides office space, classrooms, and meeting room... Read more
31-May-2013Source: HAI
HAI on Thursday, May 30, announced the date and time for its first-ever auditor training class for the new HAI Accreditation Program of Safety (HAI-APS). Building on internationally accepted safety standards for business aviation, the accreditation program uses mission-specific criteria to ensure that a helicopter operator flies to a higher standard of safety, meeting not... Read more
30-May-2013Source: HAI
Join HAI, the FAA Safety Team, a cast of industry experts, and your peers for a free workshop for all helicopter pilots, operators, students, and instructors in the southern region on June 8 in Pensacola, Fla. Let us all reach the highest level of safety! Topics covered will include helicopter accident trends, human factors, safety... Read more
29-May-2013Source: HAI
During the week of June 3, HAI will move to its new headquarters building. You will notice some service disruptions, expected to begin on Monday afternoon, as equipment is relocated from our current address to the new facility. Phones, the rotor.com website, and the daily RotorNews e-newsletter will all be offline during the move. Barring... Read more
23-May-2013Source: HAI
From May 16-18, HAI President Matt Zuccaro and Chairman Chris Erickson represented HAI at the International Helicopter Industry Exhibition HeliRussia 2013 at the Crocus Expo Center in Moscow. HeliRussia is the only international exhibition in Russia where companies from Russia and other countries present world achievements in every helicopter industry segment, from design and manufacture... Read more
22-May-2013Source: HAI
Whether technical, operational, or governmental, HAI is interested and involved in all aspects of the helicopter industry. That’s why HAI Executive Vice President Ed DiCampli is attending the American Helicopter Society’s Forum 69 in Phoenix, Arizona. HAI is one of more than 60 exhibitors showcasing technical disciplines such as unmanned VTOL aircraft and other state-of-the-art... Read more
16-May-2013Source: HAI
Looking to tap a market of 500,000 aviation enthusiasts? Display your helicopter or related products and services at the HAI HELI-CENTER™ at EAA® AirVenture™ Oshkosh July 29 – August 4, 2013. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is the world’s largest general aviation event. HAI is bringing vertical aviation to the forefront at the show with its two-story HELI-CENTER... Read more
13-May-2013Source: HAI
Join HAI, the FAA Safety Team, a cast of industry experts, and your peers for a free workshop for all helicopter pilots, operators, students, and instructors in the southern region on June 8 in Pensacola, Fla. Let’s all reach the highest level of safety! Topics covered will include helicopter accident trends, human factors, safety initiatives,... Read more
8-May-2013Source: HAI
We talk a lot in our industry about the importance of a “Safety First” culture, but I think a conversation about our No. 2 priority also needs to occur: minimizing the impact of a helicopter’s sound on the environment. Why, you ask, did I call it sound, instead of noise? Noise just sounds bad, like... Read more
7-May-2013Source: HAI
A DOT Inspector General’s (IG) report requested by the U.S. House of Representatives Transportation Committee’s Aviation panel was released May 6 saying he FAA has “room for improvement” on oversight of aircraft repair stations. In the third audit in 10 years of FAA’s oversight of more than 4,000 aircraft repair stations worldwide that maintain U.S.... Read more
3-May-2013Source: HAI
The Helicopter Association International (HAI) on May 1 announced its new HAI Partner Services Program — a business-to-business tool that allows HAI members to offer discounts and value-added opportunities exclusively to their fellow HAI members. “After safety, our number one priority is helping our members do business in a smart, cost-effective way,” said HAI President... Read more
2-May-2013Source: HAI
With the fire season approaching and interagency aviation operations gearing up, the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) this week issued an accident prevention bulletin reminding helicopter flight crews to ensure their helmets meet interagency guidelines and, more importantly, offer adequate protection. The bulletin warns that some helmets may contain outdated... Read more
29-Apr-2013Source: HAI
On Thursday, May 2, 2013, join HAI, the FAASTeam, and a diverse panel of industry experts as they discuss regional issues affecting helicopter pilots, accident trends, personal risk assessment, safety initiatives, and more. There will be a free lunch for all attendees; you can obtain the latest safety materials, earn WINGS credit, and network with... Read more
26-Apr-2013Source: HAI
Government and industry representatives from Europe, Australia, and North and South America are gathered at HAI headquarters this week, working on the latest revisions to worldwide standards and recommended practices for heliport design. Formed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the Heliport Design Working Group (HDWG) is considering a range of proposed amendments to... Read more
23-Apr-2013Source: HAI
HAI President Matt Zuccaro has contacted Richard Gordon, chair of the California Assembly’s Business, Professions and Consumer Protection Committee, to express his support for aviation safety legislation (AB 867) to require all Meteorological Evaluation Towers (MET) to be marked and lit, allowing a helicopter or airplane to clearly see them during day or night flight... Read more
22-Apr-2013Source: HAI
From April 16-18, officers from HAI attended the Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE) in Shanghai, China. ABACE is the region’s largest trade show dedicated to business aviation. The event brings together the various sectors of the Chinese aviation industry and other international companies looking to expand into the rapidly growing Asian market. Speakers... Read more
18-Apr-2013Source: HAI
This week, Stan Rose, HAI’s director of safety outreach programs, represented HAI at the 53rd annual conference of the Aviation Technical Education Council (ATEC) in Orlando, Fla. HAI is committed to working with this group to address the issues of a shortage of qualified maintenance personnel, including professional development in ab-initio training and in curriculum... Read more
18-Apr-2013Source: HAI
A new report from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) inspector general on April 16 delivered a black eye to the FAA for missing new rule deadlines and a troubling increase in close calls for airplanes on the ground, even as it acknowledged air travel was in its safest-ever period. Some of the sharpest criticisms... Read more
17-Apr-2013Source: HAI
Several HAI staff members spent the past week bringing a taste of the rotorcraft world to their fixed-wing brethren. Sun ’N Fun in Lakeland, Fla., is traditionally considered the start of the flying season for fixed-wing pilots – especially those who fly strictly for the fun of it. Thousands gather at Lakeland-Lindner Airport (KLAL) for... Read more
5-Apr-2013Source: HAI
A federal court has dismissed a suit by environmentalists pushing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to decide whether lead emissions from general aviation aircraft engines endanger public health and welfare. The court said the issue is not one that it can take up under a provision of the Clean Air Act allowing “citizen suits.” Friends... Read more
22-Mar-2013Source: NBAA
The Helicopter Association International (HAI) is continuing its legal challenge of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) authority to restrict helicopter flights due to noise complaints as concerns grow that more and more communities will seek legislative solutions to resolve local helicopter noise issues. HAI’s actions come as Congress considers two bills, introduced in February, seeking... Read more
20-Mar-2013Source: HAI
As you’ve probably heard by now, HELI-EXPO 2013 was a record-breaker. The biggest exhibit hall. The most exhibitors. The highest number of attendees. But if you weren’t able to be one of those attendees, here’s your chance to catch up on some of what went on. The Annual General Membership Meeting, the Aviation Association CEO Town... Read more
19-Mar-2013Source: HAI
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued guidance for a new data collection activity and reporting requirement to all Part 135 and Part 91 commercial air tour operators who conduct commercial air tour flights over or within one-half mile of the boundary of any unit of the National Park Service (NPS) and any abutting tribal... Read more
18-Mar-2013Source: EAA
The Helicopter Association International (HAI) and EAA have made a joint commitment to give helicopters a new prominence at EAA’s AirVenture – The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration. The two organizations inked a three-year deal to keep HAI’s HELI-CENTER located near the AirVenture flightline, not far from Phillips 66 Plaza. As part of the deal, the... Read more
14-Mar-2013Source: HAI
As the deadline for appealing the FAA’s decision to close three out of every four contract air traffic control towers approached, HAI President Matt Zuccaro reached out directly to FAA Administrator Michael Huerta, writing in a letter, “I urge you to consider the importance of keeping these towers open to allow for safe arrivals and... Read more
13-Mar-2013Source: HAI
This is an urgent follow-up to yesterday’s alert concerning the FAA’s plans to close within 30 days 75 percent of the air traffic control towers managed under the Federal Contract Tower Program. HAI President Matt Zuccaro is calling on all members of the helicopter industry to take immediate action: contact your two U.S. senators and ask... Read more
8-Mar-2013Source: HAI
It’s official, this year’s show is the biggest ever! With 736 exhibitors and 20,393 attendees, this represents the 6th consecutive year of growth. Be sure to come and see us again in Anaheim, Calif. for HELI-EXPO 2014, February 24-27 (exhibits open Feb. 25-27).... Read more
5-Mar-2013Source: HAI
We are ready for the world’s largest helicopter trade show and exposition, are you? HELI-EXPO 2013 opens its doors to the public on Tues., March 5, and all indications point to another hugely successful show. Highlights of the first day will include the HAI Annual Membership Meeting and Breakfast from 8:00 – 10:00 am in... Read more
5-Mar-2013Source: HAI
If you are looking for a new career or job opportunity in the international helicopter industry, plan to attend the 11th Annual HAI Helicopter Industry Job Fair at HELI-EXPO 2013: Tuesday, March 5, 2013 • 10:30 am to 5:00 pm Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall 4 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV 89109 Job seekers are... Read more
1-Mar-2013Source: HAI
If you are interested in becoming an auditor for the HAI Accreditation Program of Safety (HAI-APS), please plan to attend the HAI-APS Auditor Workshop at HELI-EXPO 2013 on Wednesday, March 6, from 1 pm to 5 pm. Attendees will have the opportunity to become familiar with the HAI-APS program, understand its relationship with IS-BAO, review... Read more
28-Feb-2013Source: HAI
Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters and Maverick Helicopters joined Ann Carroll, HAI’s vice president of government affairs, for two days of meetings on Capitol Hill this week with Members of Congress from Arizona and Nevada to discuss air tour industry concerns related to incentives for quiet aircraft technology and air tour operations over Grand Canyon National... Read more
28-Feb-2013Source: HAI
HAI President Matt Zuccaro traveled to Capitol Hill earlier this week – before heading to Las Vegas for HELI-EXPO – to share the helicopter industry’s legislative priorities and concerns for the 113th Congress with the new House Transportation Leader, Chairman Frank LoBiondo (R-N.J.). U.S. House Aviation Subcommittee Chairman LoBiondo listened intently for over an hour... Read more
25-Feb-2013Source: HAI
The HAI Business Management Committee is pleased to announce a workshop at the upcoming HELI-EXPO in Las Vegas. The workshop will be held on Tuesday, March 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00pm in Room N115. The workshop will focus on measuring and improving business performance by developing a system and framework that organizations of any... Read more
22-Feb-2013Source: HAI
President Obama is once again hammering corporate aviation with calls to end the alternate depreciation tax plan for corporate aircraft, saying it would help reduce the impacts of the looming sequester. “I find it unbelievable that such continued initiatives, seemingly aimed at eliminating General Aviation, are being promoted by a President who is one of... Read more
20-Feb-2013Source: HAI
Helicopter Association International (HAI) President Matt Zuccaro today announced a significant change in the organization’s staffing, designed to keep up with members’ changing needs. Paul Schaaf, currently the Chief Pilot for the Fairfax County Police Department, will join HAI in mid-March to assume the duties and responsibilities of Vice President of Operations, a job which... Read more
17-Feb-2013Source: HAI
Sequestration appears on track to take effect March 1 – the faltering economic recovery is now in its 44th month, unemployment remains high, growth is sluggish, and forecasts for 2013 aren’t much rosier. President Obama unveiled no new ideas at his State of the Union address in Washington Tuesday evening, prompting HAI President Matt Zuccaro... Read more
15-Feb-2013Source: HAI
If you are looking for a new career or job opportunity in the international helicopter industry, plan to attend the job fair at HELI-EXPO 2013 on Tues., March 5, from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Current job fair participants include the following companies: • Advanced Helicopter Services • Air... Read more
15-Feb-2013Source: HAI
From February 11-13, the American Helicopter Society (AHS) Redstone Chapter, with sponsorship from HAI, hosted a Technical Specialists’ Meeting on Airworthiness, Condition Based Maintenance (CBM), and Health and Usage Monitoring (HUMS) at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. HAI staffers Ed DiCampli, Harold Summers, and others from the HAI HUMS research team were instrumental in... Read more
11-Feb-2013Source: HAI
Each year at HELI-EXPO®, HAI honors members of the international rotorcraft community who have distinguished themselves through outstanding achievement. Join us as we salute our 2013 Salute to Excellence honorees and their contributions to our industry: Network with your peers and friends at the reception Enjoy a delightful dinner and entertainment Honor those who represent the highest... Read more
11-Feb-2013Source: HAI
It is not too late to get your name in lights at HELI-EXPO® and increase your competitive edge. HAI has added video signage to its array of sponsorship opportunities for 2013. And there are only six spots left! With this extremely high visibility, yet cost-effective opportunity, more than 20,000 attendees will see your brand and marketing message... Read more
11-Feb-2013Source: HAI
I would be willing to bet money that after reading the average accident report, you ask yourself, “What were they thinking?” Not in a negative or derogatory manner, but in real puzzlement. How could the pilot, operator, or maintenance tech have made such poor choices — choices that resulted in their own deaths or those... Read more
11-Feb-2013Source: PHPA
Topic: Jam Packed Helicopter SAFETY Workshop with National & Local Safety Items Addressed. (Held at Robinson Helo Facility) On Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 8:00 AM Location: Robinson Helicopter Company, 2901 Airport Dr., Torrance, CA 90505 Select Number: WP0548604 Description: HAI (Helicopter Association International), So Cal PHPA (Professional Helicopter Pilots Association), and FAAST (FAA Safety Team) invite you to a day... Read more
6-Feb-2013Source: HAI
In a contest that drew hundreds of entries from professional photographers, an aviation maintenance technician’s self-portrait as he worked by himself under the lights captured the grand prize in ROTOR® magazine’s first-ever photo contest. Pablo Linares of Ft. Worth, Texas, used a tripod and small digital camera on a timer to snap a shot as he... Read more
31-Jan-2013Source: HAI
On Wednesday, January 30, 2013, the FAA notified HAI that it is granting a 2-year extension of an exemption for helicopter EMS operators. Exemption 6002 allows properly trained air medical pilots to remove and reinstall liquid oxygen system containers under specified conditions. The exemption was set to expire on Thursday, January 31, 2013, but is... Read more
30-Jan-2013Source: HAI
HAI’s Director of Safety Stan Rose and Vice President of Government Affairs Ann Carroll attended the Helicopter Safety Advisory Council (HSAC) meeting in New Orleans, La., from Jan. 23-24. Rose and Carroll participated in a number of discussions with HSAC’s board, as well as with the FAA regarding offshore ADS-B issues.... Read more
29-Jan-2013Source: HAI
HAI’s HELI-EXPO® is already the biggest helicopter-only convention and trade show in the world, and this year that’s truer than ever as we’ve set a new record for the number of exhibitors. Seven hundred exhibitors will be on hand in Las Vegas, Monday-Thursday, March 4-7, 2013 (exhibit halls open Tuesday-Thursday, March 5-7). Whether you’re in need of... Read more
25-Jan-2013Source: HAI
On Thursday, February 7, 2013, join HAI, the FAASTeam, and a diverse panel of industry experts in Minneapolis, Minn., as they discuss regional issues affecting helicopter pilots, accident trends, personal risk assessment, safety initiatives, and more. There will be a free BBQ lunch for all attendees; you can obtain the latest safety materials, earn WINGS... Read more
23-Jan-2013Source: HAI
Register by Jan. 25 to save on HELI-EXPO 2013 registration and professional education courses. Don’t miss opportunities to — Network with 20,000 industry professionals from all over the world Engage with 650+ exhibiting companies on the expansive show floor Earn professional education credits through 27 professional education courses Take the HAI Rotor Safety Challenge: 45 FREE safety sessions, workshops, and other... Read more
20-Jan-2013Source: HAI
Major Ray E. Murphy, U.S. Army (ret.), Vietnam War veteran and recipient of HAI’s 2012 Eurocopter Golden Hour Award, passed away on December 21, 2012. Ray was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio, in July of 1942. He joined the U.S. Army when he was 18 and completed two tours in Vietnam, including one as a helicopter... Read more
17-Jan-2013Source: HAI
On Tues., Jan. 15, HAI Director of Safety Stan Rose joined the FAA Safety Team in hosting a seminar for helicopter pilots at the Charlotte Motor Speedway in North Carolina. More than 80 local pilots from law enforcement, air medical, NASCAR team flight departments, and other operations gathered to hear presentations on a variety of... Read more
15-Jan-2013
HAI is pleased to announce the winners of the 2013 Salute to Excellence Awards. A dinner honoring the awardees will be held on Wed., March 6 during HELI-EXPO 2013 in Las Vegas. The winners are as follows: Rolls-Royce Excellence in Helicopter Maintenance Award Gary Dennis Rogers Maintenance Controller PNG, Columbia Helicopters, Inc. Sikorsky Humanitarian Service... Read more
15-Jan-2013Source: HAI
HAI attended and exhibited at the 27th Annual Aviation Issues Conference, sponsored by the American Association of Airport Executives, on Maui, Hawaii, from Jan. 6-10. General aviation associations, as well as senior FAA, TSA, and other governmental agencies, participated on numerous discussion panels. Ann Carroll, HAI’s vice president of government affairs, had the opportunity to... Read more
13-Jan-2013Source: HAI
The American Helicopter Society (AHS) Redstone Chapter, with sponsorship from HAI, is hosting a Technical Specialists’ Meeting on Airworthiness, Condition Based Maintenance (CBM), and Health and Usage Monitoring (HUMS) from February 11-13, at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. The meeting will present applicable technologies that are new to continued airworthiness, current and potential processes,... Read more
10-Jan-2013Source: HAI
A new rule amends the regulations governing noise certification standards for issuing type and airworthiness certificates for the civil, hybrid airplane-rotorcraft known as the tiltrotor. This noise standard establishes new noise limits and procedures as the basis to ensure consistent aviation noise reduction technology is incorporated in tiltrotors for environmental protection. It provides uniform noise certification... Read more
7-Jan-2013Source: FAAST
Attention all Mid-Atlantic Helicopter pilots! Join us for the very latest information on the safety issues facing the rotorcraft industry presented by some of the top industry experts in their field. A panel of experts from the FAA Safety Team, CLT FSDO & ATC, North Carolina State Aviation, and Helicopter Association International (HAI) will discuss... Read more
