UCADA Implements Strict Flight Caps for Kedarnath Helicopter Services in 2026

UCADA imposes strict flight caps and ATC monitoring for 8 helicopter operators to enhance safety for the Kedarnath pilgrimage, commencing April 22, 2026.

Apr 19, 2026•4 min

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KedarnathHelicopter SafetyUCADAUttarakhandChar Dham Yatra

Regulatory

AAIB Report Flags Critical Safety Lapses in Pawan Hans Helicopter Crash

An AAIB report on the fatal Pawan Hans helicopter crash in Andaman reveals the crew failed to arm the emergency flotation system, violating safety...

Apr 5, 2026•5 min

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Pawan HansAAIBDGCAHelicopter SafetyAS365N3

Safety

EASA Withdraws H160 Pitch Rod AD After Investigation Finds Maintenance Error

EASA withdraws an H160 pitch rod AD after a CENIPA investigation found a maintenance error, not a design flaw, caused a recent helicopter ditching.

Mar 24, 2026•5 min

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Regulatory

FAA Proposes AD for Airbus EC120B & AS350 Flotation Systems

The FAA has proposed an airworthiness directive for Airbus EC120B and AS350 helicopters to address an unsafe emergency flotation system condition.

Mar 8, 2026•4 min

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Airbus HelicoptersFAAAirworthiness DirectiveAS350EC120B

Regulatory