Vertical MagATSB Press Release

ATSB: R44 power-loss and ditching handled safely through effective training, RPM management

Australia’s ATSB report on a Robinson R44 helicopter incident in Whitsunday says the pilot safely managed power loss and a subsequent ditching outcome by applying training-led techniques, with particular emphasis on proper RPM management during the emergency sequence.

2026-05-14T05:30:41.401295-07:00
FlightGlobalGraham Dunn

Traffic at key Middle East airports halves in two months since conflict

By FlightGlobal: ACI assessment outlines scale of financial hit for key Middle East hubs, while March traffic remains resilient at Asia-Pacific and European airports.

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2026-05-14T02:22:30.019935-07:00
AeroTimeMiquel Ros

Otto Aerospace clears Phantom 3500 Preliminary Design Review

By AeroTime: Otto Aerospace has successfully completed the Preliminary Design Review (PDR) for its future Phantom 3500 executive jet, the company announced on May 13, 2026.

2026-05-14T02:24:02.740043-07:00
ch-aviationHilka Birns

Air Mauritius eyes A321neo, B737 MAX for "game changer" plan

By ch-aviation: Air Mauritius (MK, Mauritius) is considering adding smaller narrowbodies such as the A321-200NX(LR) or B737 MAX as part of a turnaround plan it dubs "Game Changer" to modernise operations, improve efficiency, and reposition the airline for long-term growth, according to CEO André Viljoen.

2026-05-14T03:41:00.580230-07:00