Vertical Daily Newsletter - October 15, 2026

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October 15, 2026

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Vertical MRO Kelowna 2026 sets new records, strengthens the helicopter maintenance community

The event welcomed a record 700 attendees and 64 exhibitors, creating valuable opportunities to build connections that strengthen the rotorcraft maintenance community.

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Report: Canada pauses Black Hawk helicopter purchase amid U.S. trade tensions

The Canadian government reportedly paused the purchase of 16 Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawks amid trade tensions with the U.S. administration this summer.

Airbus Helicopters U145 autonomy system set for first flight

Airbus Helicopters plans to test the autonomy technology for its unmanned U145 with a first flight in a modified H145 in early November, as it targets entry into service at the beginning of the next decade.

Bell completes critical structures and initiates gearbox testing for the MV-75 Cheyenne

In recent months, Bell and Team Cheyenne have met multiple milestones including completing critical structures, initiating gearbox testing and maturing software integration.

Acadian Air Med’s Santana Olvera named to Emergency Nurses Association 20 Under 40 Class of 2026

The award highlights 20 young emergency nurses across the country making a real difference through clinical excellence, leadership, and patient advocacy.

Milestone announces lease extension agreements with Air Center for 11 Airbus H225 helicopters

Air Center is the largest H225 operator in the Americas.

Patti Corbett to receive Peggy Calhoun Memorial Site Surveyor Award

Site surveyors are the foundation of the CAMTS accreditation process, evaluating medical transport services against standards that protect patients and crews.

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Supporting Law Enforcement Beyond the Sale: Dallas Avionics part 2 | Ep 394

Episode 118: Turning Aircraft Problems Into Engineered Solutions | Ryan Hader – Part I

A global flight plan: What HEMS can learn across borders part 2 | Ep 81

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Flying Life-Saving Missions in the Airbus H145 D3 with ChristianaCare LifeNet

Flying H125s at the Limit in the French Alps | Savoie Hélicoptères

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HeliTrader launches redesigned website

Powered by Vertical Plus, HeliTrader.com is a platform dedicated exclusively to buying, selling, and leasing helicopters.

Rotors in motion or not? Understanding helicopter insurance coverage

Learning your insurer’s definition of “rotors in motion” could save you significant headaches after an incident.

The leased among us: Global helicopter leasing market set to soar as demand grows

Rotorcraft leasing is poised to expand in the face of refired offshore energy demand, growing global helicopter EMS, retiring legacy aircraft — and pinched government budgets.

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