Bill Targets Slackline Hazards to Low-Flying Aircraft
The measure would require an FAA review within six months and could lead to updated marking, NOTAM and obstacle-data policies.
The measure would require an FAA review within six months and could lead to updated marking, NOTAM and obstacle-data policies.
Eight South Carolina Army National Guard pilots were grounded while officials reviewed their low-level Fourth of July flight.
The Knox County-based unit will formally dedicate its new name June 27.
U145 mock-up will be displayed at ILA Berlin; entry into service is planned early next decade.
The new helicopter-focused associate degree is aimed at streamlining pilot training and supporting rising demand across rotorcraft industries.
CAA warning follows nine reported encounters during emergency missions in 2025.
Airborne Aviation has suspended operations indefinitely following last week’s fatal helicopter crash.
Two of the three encounters took place over the weekend.
The FAA has suspended visual separation for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft in high-traffic airspace.
VAI has encouraged pilots to use SlackMap to enhance awareness of low-level obstacles like slacklines.