Longline work is a special niche of the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) industry, one that requires precision…
Christine DeJoyOctober 4, 2020
The US National Transportation Safety Board recommends that all Part 135 operators install flight-data monitoring (FDM) technology. But…
ROTOR StaffJuly 14, 2020
1 DO get trained and stay proficient. Training, certification, and proficiency are the best weapons against inadvertent entry into instrument…
Chris HillApril 13, 2020
During level flight, accelerations are quieter than decelerations, and straight flight is quieter than turning flight. These proven…
ROTOR StaffJanuary 17, 2020
1. DON’T rush the settling-in process. Switching jobs is stressful, especially for young employees or recent graduates; others may…
ROTOR StaffNovember 3, 2019
According to the FAA, birds striking helicopters in flight caused more than $3.5 million in damage—and three fatalities—in…
Harold SummersAugust 1, 2019
A simple, everyday treatment on the ground could become fatal when combined with flight. DO get prompt medical care.…
ROTOR StaffMay 19, 2019
In aviation, the consequences of distracted behavior range from annoying to tragic.
ROTOR StaffFebruary 10, 2019
The cold temperatures that winter brings can be more than a nuisance for helicopter operations. 1. Review guidance for…
Harold SummersSeptember 18, 2018
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