FAA Safety Briefing Magazine

The FAA Safety Policy Voice of Non-commercial General Aviation

Rotorcraft Safety Insights

The March/April 2026 issue of FAA Safety Briefing magazine focuses on the realm of rotorcraft operations. Articles in this issue focus on the real-world risks helicopters face, along with insights on the FAA's strategy to improve safety in this dynamic operating environment.

Download the March/April 2026 issue or use the links below to read each article online.

Feature Articles


	The U-S-H-S-T Find Out What It Means for Helicopter Safety
	Safety By Segment Navigating the Diverse Risks in the Rotorcraft Community
	From Fixed-wing to Whirlybird Lift Your Flying Career with a Helicopter Rating
	High Stakes at Low Altitudes FAA Oversight in the Demanding World of Medical Helicopter Operations
	A Virtual Approach to the Real Future Researching Virtual Reality to Make Helicopter Training Better

Departments

	Venturing Into Vertical Aviation Jumpseat: An Executive Policy Perspective
	Watch Out for Bad Vibes Aeromedical Advisory: A Checkup on All Things Aeromedical
	Vertical Value Checklist: FAA Resources and Safety Reminders
	Procedural Pitfalls Nuts, Bolts, and Electrons: GA Maintenance Issues
	There’s More to VLOS Than Meets the Eye Vertically Speaking: Safety Issues for Rotorcraft Pilots
	A Beginner's Guide to Rotorcraft Terminology On Final: An Editor’s Perspective
	Brian Seibel, FAA's General Aviation and Commercial Division Faces: FAA Employee Profile