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StandardAero launches authorized installer network for StableLight four‑axis autopilot for H125/AS350

StandardAero has launched an authorized installer network to fit StableLight, the only fully integrated four‑axis autopilot currently available for the H125/AS350 series. Establishing certified installers accelerates retrofit availability and operator access to the system across maintenance shops and MRO providers.

2026-03-10T18:08:06.743830-07:00
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Fatal rotor‑wash incident at Kadena Air Base highlights helicopter downwash hazard

By Vertical Mag: | To ensure delivery of future emails, add [email protected] to your contacts. | |---| | | ![]() | Latest Issue Read Now | ![]() | | | ![]() | | Fatal incident in Japan underscores hazard of helicopter rotor wash A tragedy at Kadena Air Base last year starkly illustrates the risks posed by helicopter rotor wash, an underappreciated hazard that is starting to receive more attention.

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2026-03-09T17:53:47.390581-07:00
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LifeFlight and Leonardo to open Leonardo‑authorized training centre on Australia's Gold Coast with full‑suite immersive simulators

By Vertical Mag: This collaboration will create the only full-suite Leonardo immersive simulation systems outside Italy through the planned LifeFlight Academy on the Gold Coast becoming a Leonardo authorized training center.

2026-03-10T18:08:07.102693-07:00
BreitflyteJoe Breitfeller

SAS and Google Partner to Enable Live Baggage Tracking via Find Hub

By Breitflyte: SAS has today announced a new partnership with Google, which will allow travelers to securely share live bag location data through Find Hub, thus strengthening and improving the baggage recovery experience.

2026-03-10T05:13:56.513784-07:00
FlightGlobalJon Hemmerdinger

De Havilland starts assembling major components of first DHC-515

By FlightGlobal: De Havilland Canada has joined the cockpit and hull sections of its first DHC-515 water bomber and completed the wing box assembly, as the manufacturer advances towards planned 2028 deliveries of the turboprop-powered firefighting aircraft to European customers and Canada.

2026-03-10T16:20:24.820833-07:00