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Senator Urges FAA Mandate Data Recorders in Helicopters

The Senate’s top Democrat called on the Federal Aviation Administration Sunday to heed warnings from federal safety investigators and require all helicopters be equipped with flight data recorders, commonly known as a “black box.” Sen. Charles Schumer’s call for action …

California Power Company Ordered to Upgrade Helicopter Safety

California regulators have warned San Diego Gas & Electric to meet helicopter safety regulations or they’ll shut down work on a 117-mile power transmission line. The Public Utilities Commission has set a Wednesday evening deadline for the utility to comply …