Sarah Rose (they/them) is a news writer and reporter for AIN. 
Prior to AIN, Sarah worked as a journalist for Georgia Public Broadcasting, Georgia&#039;s statewide NPR and PBS affiliate. They have also worked for several national nonprofits and as a legislative assistant in U.S. Congress. As an openly nonbinary reporter, they are a proud member of the Trans Journalists Association. 
Sarah is a 2012 graduate of Kennesaw State University.

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Sarah Rose

EASA has certified Boost Systems’ complex Personnel Carrying Device System (cPCDS) for Airbus H125/AS350/AS355 helicopter rescue configurations. The system builds on the company’s previously certified Human External Cargo (HEC) system, offering European operators a comprehensive and reliable solution for multi-person rescue operations.
The latest approval was done in partnership with AirWork &amp; Heliseilerei (A&amp;H), a company with experience in designing and certifying complex personnel-carrying systems for various helicopter models.
“The Boost HEC System for the Airbus H125/AS350/AS355 was EASA certified in 2023, and we received overwhelming support from European operators. Now, in partnership with A&amp;H, we offer the complete solution, including the EASA-certified complex Personal Carrying Device System (cPCDS). Working closely with A&amp;H allowed us to offer a cPCDS specifically for our Airbus H125/AS350 HEC System here in Europe,” said Derek Thomas, president of Boost Systems.
Boost’s HEC System for the H125/AS350/AS355, with a carrying capacity of 1,100 pounds (500 kilograms), claims to be efficient for multi-person rescues and mission adaptability. Its provisions kit is designed for quick installation, while the mission kit, featuring dual hooks and a load beam, can be installed or removed in minutes.
The newly certified system is available for purchase through A&amp;H.

New developments and products in avionics, specifically about aircraft electronics in the cockpit.

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News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

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News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

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News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

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News and developments about aircraft engines, including turbofan, turboprop, turboshaft and piston.

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News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

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