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Jill Browning
By Jill Browning In 2022 December

Spatial Disorientation: The Unforgiving Killer

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Dan Sweet
By Dan Sweet In 2022 December

From Mission Driven … to Safety Driven

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Paul Koscak
By Paul Koscak In 2022 December

SMS: It’s Easier than You Think

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September 2022ROTOR MagazineMessage from the President

Filling Our Workforce Pipeline

(ROTOR) - HAI President and CEO James Viola announces the formation of an HAI working group to address…
James Viola
James ViolaOctober 19, 2022
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI Member Benefit: Health Insurance

(ROTOR) - HAI members have access to affordable, comprehensive health insurance coverage for individuals, families, and employees.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 26, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI on Social

Helping Girls to See Themselves in Aviation

(ROTOR) - What's more exciting than seeing a vintage MH-65D Dolphin? It's hard to believe, but HAI's social…
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteJanuary 26, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineFuture Faces

Alex Atukwatse, Helicopter Mechanic, Uganda Police Air Wing

(ROTOR) - HAI scholarship winner Alex Atukwatse's curiosity about "cars moving through the air" led him to a…
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteJanuary 26, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineWork Safe

Steer Clear of PINC

(ROTOR) - Give your pilots, techs, and managers the freedom to follow safety protocols and avoid PINC.
Zac Noble
Zac NobleJanuary 26, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineFlight Path

Flight Path: Harley Bloecher

(ROTOR) - ROTOR talks with Harley Bloecher, a helicopter tour pilot with Rainbow Helicopters in Honolulu, Hawaii, about…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 26, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI Member Exclusive: Assistance with Bowtie Risk Management

(ROTOR) - HAI members now have exclusive access to discounts and training on BowTieXP risk management software.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 26, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

SafetyScan for HAI Gives Members Free Access to Global Accident Reports

(ROTOR) - HAI members now receive free access to a global database of rotorcraft accidents.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 26, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineAccident Recovery

Blowing in the Wind

(ROTOR) - Questionable maneuvering, faulty weather assessment leave two pilots seriously injured in this 2021 accident in British…
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennyJanuary 26, 2023
Best Practices2022 DecemberROTOR Magazine

10 Best Practices for Conducting Crew Briefings

(ROTOR) - Most CRM failures involve preflight activities, so equip your team with critical safety information before every…
Greg Calvert
Greg CalvertJanuary 26, 2023
2022 DecemberIn the SpotlightROTOR Magazine

Claude Vuichard, President VRASF

(ROTOR) - Veteran Swiss mountain pilot Claude Vuichard is changing how aviation approaches emergency procedures.
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineKeeping UpCurrent Issue Features

Digital Overload

(ROTOR) - Training expert Terry Palmer tells readers how to avoid becoming too reliant on technology at expense…
Terry Palmer
Terry PalmerJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineAdvocating for You

New Year, New Opportunities

(ROTOR) - A new year promises further gains for the vertical flight industry.
Cade Clark
Cade ClarkJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Air Tour Management Plans: Planning for Failure?

(ROTOR) - The flawed process for creating air tour management plans over US national parks raises deep concerns…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineAbout This Issue

View Our December 2022 Issue

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett takes a look at what goes into a rotor blade, Dan Sweet captures
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineLast Look

Evolution Helmets EVO 252 Flight Helmet

(ROTOR) - Founded by Ron Abbott in 2004, Evolution Helmets manufactures fully customizable helmets for aircrew in all…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineLast Hover

Frank Robinson

(ROTOR) - Frank Robinson, founder of Robinson Helicopter Company, flies west.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineMessage from the President

Giving Thanks

(ROTOR) - Our industry has much to be thank for—and much for which we should be thanked, says…
James Viola
James ViolaJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineFlyOver

FlyOver: Broomfield, Colorado

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett shares a view of Broomfield, Colorado, from a Schweizer S333 operated by Rotors of…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

The Ship That Launched a Thousand Flights

(ROTOR) - Igor Sikorsky’s “last-ditch” effort to save his company established the helicopter industry. What will be the…
James T. McKenna
James T. McKennaJanuary 25, 2023
2022 DecemberROTOR MagazineFrom the Board

A Midyear Report

(ROTOR) - Six months into his term as chair of the HAI Board of Directors, Jeff Smith provides…
Jeff Smith
Jeff SmithJanuary 25, 2023
September 2022ROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI Firefighting Event Now the Aerial Work Safety Conference

(ROTOR) - The HAI Aerial Work Safety Conference now includes content for aerial firefighters, utility operations, and those…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineFlyOver

FlyOver: Washington, D.C.

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett shares a view of Washington, D.C., from a Bell 412EP operated by the US…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineLast Hover

Thomas “Tom” Poberezny

(ROTOR) - Tom Poberezny, former EAA president and chairman, flies west.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineWork Safe

Fuel for Thought

(ROTOR) - A preflight fuel sample helps ensure the safety of the aircraft occupants. Pilots in command: don't…
Zac Noble
Zac NobleOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineLast Look

Croman Corp. Croman SH-3H

(ROTOR) - Croman Corp. is more than a helicopter operator; the company develops and certificates products and systems…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineAbout This Issue

View Our September 2022 Issue

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett takes a look at what goes into a rotor blade, Dan Sweet captures
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI Creates Workforce Development Working Group

(ROTOR) - HAI creates working group to study workforce development issues in the VTOL industry.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineAdvocating for You

Some Wins for Our Industry

(ROTOR) - HAI initiatives on sustainable fuel and workforce development move forward, while HAI and ERHC debut a…
Emma Taylor
Emma TaylorOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR FeatureROTOR MagazineFly Safe

Caution: Helicopter Wake Turbulence

(ROTOR) - It's past time to educate the entire aviation community about the dangers of helicopter wake turbulence.
Ned Parks
Ned ParksOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Makin’ the Blade

(ROTOR) - What goes into making a rotor blade? A lot more than you might think.
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Piasecki and the Hydrogen-Powered Helicopter

(ROTOR) - The Piasecki family, with a historic legacy of VTOL innovation, is developing the PA-890, a hydrogen-powered…
David Hughes
David HughesOctober 20, 2022
September 2022In the SpotlightROTOR Magazine

Robert Feerst, President, Utilities / Aviation Specialists

(ROTOR) - Robert Feerst, president of Utilities / Aviation Specialists, reflects on the helicopter industry's changing safety culture.
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineHAI on Social

Jim Viola Meets an Old Friend

(ROTOR) - Viewers guessed correctly that HAI President and CEO was a former Chinook driver during his US…
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineFlight Path

Flight Path: Loreto Moraga

(ROTOR) - ROTOR talks with Loreto Moraga, a lawyer specializing in aviation law and president of the Chilean…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Power to the People

(ROTOR) - Helicopters are essential in the effort to provide electricity to remote communities.
Dan Sweet
Dan SweetOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineAccident Recovery

Hurried Departure

(ROTOR) - Failure to prepare for a dark-night flight sends seven to their deaths in this 2019 accident…
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennyOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Tackling the High Cost of Aviation Insurance

(ROTOR) - Why does your aviation insurance cost so much, and what can you do about it? HAI…
Christine Knauer
Christine KnauerOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

EUROPEAN ROTORS Returns for 2022

(ROTOR) - The EUROPEAN ROTORS VTOL Show and Safety Conference is returning Nov. 8-10, 2022, in Cologne, Germany.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineLast Hover

Lorenz “Lorry” Land

(ROTOR) - Longtime EAA AirVenture announcer Lorenz "Lorry" Land dies at age 69.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR Magazine

HAI Out and About

ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineFuture Faces

Blake Olson, Recipient, HAI Maintenance Technician Certificate Scholarship

(ROTOR) - HAI scholarship winner Blake Olsen plans to combine passions for aviation and community service as a…
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteOctober 20, 2022
September 2022ROTOR MagazineFrom the Board

Bridging the Identity Gap

(ROTOR) - Jeff Smith asks if advanced air mobility (AAM) will really look so different from today's helicopters…
Jeff Smith
Jeff SmithOctober 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineAdvocating for You

Midterm Report: The Only Constant Is Change

(ROTOR) - A busy Congress keeps aviation issues in focus, including 5G, workforce development, SAF, UAS integration, and…
Emma Taylor
Emma TaylorJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineHAI on Social

Bell 407 Departs HAI HELI-EXPO 2022

(ROTOR) - This Bell 407 departing HAI HELI-EXPO 2022 in Dallas was our top-rated recent social media post.
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteJune 19, 2022
2022 June5 Dos and DontsROTOR Magazine

Mitigating High-Risk Operations

(ROTOR) - Risk mitigation is crucial in any operation, so what can we learn from the best practices…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI Introduces Two New Member Benefits

(ROTOR) - HAI introduces two new member benefits: comprehensive health insurance and loss-of-license insurance for pilots and AMTs.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI International Trip Builds Relationships

(ROTOR) - HAI continues to build closer relationships with other members of the international vertical aviation industry.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

Meet HAI’s 2022-23 Board of Directors

(ROTOR) - HAI will welcome its 2022-23 board of directors on Jul. 1, 2022, including one new board…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneIn the SpotlightROTOR Magazine

Allison McKay, CEO, Women in Aviation International

(ROTOR) - Allison McKay, CEO of Women in Aviation International and member of the FAA Women in Aviation…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Get Comfortable with SAF

(ROTOR) - ROTOR looks at initiatives to upgrade the sustainability of fuel for both turbine- and piston-engine aircraft.
Christine Knauer
Christine KnauerJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineWork Safe

Do You Know Where Your Tools Are?

(ROTOR) - When even one misplaced item can pose a serious hazard, perfect tool control is the goal.
Zac Noble
Zac NobleJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineLast Look

Helimax Aviation Boeing CH-47D

(ROTOR) - Helimax Aviation operates a small fleet of helicopters to serve a narrow range of missions. But…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Has the Future Already Arrived?

(ROTOR) - Photographer/writer Mark Bennett looks at how advanced air mobility is already working today--at the Dallas CBD…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Finding the Future in Dallas

(ROTOR) - The VTOL industry rebounds from the pandemic with new sales, product launches, and lessons learned at…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineFlyOver

FlyOver: Albuquerque, New Mexico

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett shares a view of Albuquerque, New Mexico, from a Bell UH-1H operated by the…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR FeatureROTOR MagazineFly Safe

The ‘M’ Word

(ROTOR) - Assuming a “mission” mentality in HAA operations doesn’t equate to recklessness. It promotes safety.
Greg Calvert
Greg CalvertJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR FeatureROTOR MagazineFeaturesCurrent Issue Features

Jeff Smith: Giving Back

(ROTOR) - Learn how pilot, rotorcraft advocate, and incoming HAI chair Jeff Smith plans to expand the association's…
Paul Koscak
Paul KoscakJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineFlight Path

Flight Path: Michele Viviani

(ROTOR) - ROTOR talks with Michele Viviani, an aviation maintenance technician working on Leonardo's Kopter AW09 project.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJune 19, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineAccident Recovery

Past the Limits

(ROTOR) - Pilot inexperience and the absence of a crash-resistant fuel system lead to heartbreaking outcome.
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennyJune 16, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineRecent Accidents and Incidents

Recent Accidents & Incidents

(ROTOR) - Rotorcraft accidents and incidents occurring from Jul. 1 to Oct. 31, 2021.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJune 16, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineAbout This Issue

View Our June 2022 Issue

(ROTOR) - ROTOR profiles Jeff Smith, who will serve as chair of the HAI Board of Directors for…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJune 16, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR FeatureROTOR MagazineIMHO

Another Avoidable Helicopter Crash … Again

(ROTOR) - Bruce Landsberg, vice chair of the NTSB, calls for the industry and the FAA to ACT…
Bruce Landsberg
Bruce LandsbergJune 16, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineFrom the Board

A Chairman’s Reflection

(ROTOR) - Randy Rowles reflects on the progress made during his year as chairman of the HAI Board…
Randy Rowles
Randy RowlesJune 16, 2022
2022 JuneROTOR MagazineMessage from the President

What Is HAI Doing for You?

(ROTOR) - HAI President and CEO James Viola announces new benefits that add value to your HAI membership,…
James Viola
James ViolaJune 16, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineRecent Accidents and Incidents

Recent Accidents & Incidents

(ROTOR) - Rotorcraft accidents and incidents occurring from Jul. 1 to Oct. 31, 2021.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineFlyOver

FlyOver: Fort Worth, Texas

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett shares a view of Fort Worth, Texas, from a Europcopter As350 B2 flown by…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchIn the SpotlightROTOR Magazine

Graham Nickisson, Media and Emergency Service Liaison, Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service

(ROTOR) - Graham Nickisson discusses his 40-year career in HAA operations and the importance of mental health support…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

El Aero Services Is First Customer in HAI SMS Program

(ROTOR) - Nevada-based helicopter operator El Aero Services has become the first member to join the HAI SMS…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineFuture Faces

Matt Goodrich, Helicopter Pilot, Instructor, and Operator

(ROTOR) - Matt Goodrich, a former computer scientist, explains how he found his passion—and career success—in rotorcraft flight.
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineAbout This Issue

About This Issue

(ROTOR) - ROTOR profiles Erickson, the manufacturer and operator of the iconic Air Crane helicopter, as it celebrates…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

Boost Your Publicity Acumen with Communications U

(ROTOR) - HAI is holding four classes on communications techniques and best practices for attendees and members at…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

FAA Approves HAI Petition for Exemption Allowing HAA Ops

(ROTOR) - The FAA has approved HAI's petition to exempt HAA operations from restrictions due to 5G interference…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineFrom the Board

Prepare for a Great Expo

(ROTOR) - HAI Chairman Randy Rowles welcomes attendees and exhibitors to HAI HELI-EXPO 2022 in Dallas, Texas.
Randy Rowles
Randy RowlesMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineFlight Path

Flight Path: Patrick Bory

(ROTOR) - ROTOR talks with Patrick Bory, a French pilot specializing in aerial work operations about his career…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

HAI Salutes Excellence in Vertical Lift

(ROTOR) - Meet the 10 recipients of HAI's 2022 Salute to Excellence Awards, honoring remarkable achievement in the…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineHAI on Social

Gearing Up for HAI HELI-EXPO 2022

(ROTOR) - HAI's "Fly-In Friday" posts, like this one featuring a Sikorsky S-92A, help our followers get ready…
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteMarch 8, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineAccident Recovery

Black Night at Black Rock

(ROTOR) - An unlikely confluence of circumstances causes a well-trained crew to perish during a rescue operation.
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennyMarch 7, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineFly Safe

Is Our Reluctance to Share Killing Us?

(ROTOR) - Reporting safety events can uncover hazards, reveal mitigations, and save lives. So why aren't we doing…
Chris Hill
Chris HillMarch 7, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineAdvocating for You

The Impact of 5G on Vertical Flight Operations

(ROTOR) - The deployment of 5G wireless systems must be managed so that they can safely coexist with…
Emma Taylor
Emma TaylorMarch 7, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineMessage from the President

Over the Horizon

(ROTOR) - Promising times are ahead for the VTOL industry, says HAI President and CEO James Viola as…
James Viola
James ViolaMarch 7, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineFly Safe

How I Survived IIMC

(ROTOR) - Helicopter pilot Julie Pearson shares a gripping account of her IIMC encounter—and how she beat the…
Julie Pearson
Julie PearsonMarch 6, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Tenth Annual Photo Contest Winners

(ROTOR) - The Tenth Annual ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest brings you great photos about and for helicopter folks.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffMarch 6, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Erickson and the Air Crane

(ROTOR) - As Erickson Inc. celebrates its 50th anniversary, ROTOR takes a look at the company and its…
Christine Knauer
Christine KnauerMarch 6, 2022
2022 MarchROTOR MagazineLast Look

Anthelion Helicopters Guimbal Cabri G2 & Robinson R44

(ROTOR) - After starting in 2014 as a flight-training company, HAI member Anthelion Helicopters has expanded its services…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettMarch 6, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineFuture Faces

Jessica Meiris, Recipient of the HAI Michelle North Scholarship for Safety

(ROTOR) - Jessica Meiris, HAI scholarship winner, explains why a career change led her to the helicopter cockpit.
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI Out and About

(ROTOR) - Enjoy photos of HAI president and CEO James Viola and other members of the HAI staff…
Gina Kvitkovich
Gina KvitkovichJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineLast Look

Children’s Health, Dallas, Texas, Sikorsky S-76C++

(ROTOR) - Children's Health has been operating helicopters as part of its Neonatal and Pediatric Specialty Transport service…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJanuary 18, 2022
2021 December5 Dos and DontsROTOR Magazine

Transitioning from Mil2Civ

(ROTOR) - 5 Dos and Don'ts for making your transition from military service to a career in the…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineFlight Path

Flight Path: Francisco Beltran

(ROTOR) - ROTOR talks with Francisco Beltran, pilot for a provincial government in Argentina, about his past and…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

High Wire Work

(ROTOR) - Modern life—brought to you, in part, by helicopters and the pilots and crews who maintain our…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineAccident Recovery

Training for the Emergency

(ROTOR) - Inadequate training and technical ignorance about an emergency procedure lead to tragedy for a New Zealand…
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennyJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineFlyOver

FlyOver: Lynchburg, Tennessee

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett shares the view of Lynchburg, Tennessee, from a Sikorsky EH-60A Black Hawk flown by…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineAdvocating for You

The Future of 5G and Aviation Operations

(ROTOR) - HAI will work with the wireless industry, FAA, and FCC on data-driven solutions to ensure aviation…
Emma Taylor
Emma TaylorJanuary 18, 2022
2021 December1 QuestionsROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

How Do You Conduct Briefings for Yourself and Others?

(ROTOR) - Read the results of an survey conducted by HAI to learn how our readers conduct briefings…
Christine DeJoy
Christine DeJoyJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

A Cargo Drone Is Inbound

(ROTOR) - A Canadian company, Drone Delivery Canada, provides BVLOS deliveries to remote communities with its autonomous Condor…
David Hughes
David HughesJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineLast Hover

Harold Summers

(ROTOR) - HAI director of flight operations was an industry icon.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

’56 Seconds to Live’ Wins Top Honors

(ROTOR) - Aviation International News named the "56 Seconds to Live" video and companion course as its "top…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

Katerina Bedoya Joins HAI as Director of Marketing

(ROTOR) - HAI welcomes accomplished storyteller and multimedia producer Katerina Bedoya as its new director of marketing.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineIMHO

Meeting Tomorrow’s Challenges

(ROTOR) - Peter Moeller of the European Helicopter Association on efforts to advance VTOL industry sustainability, safety, and…
Peter Moeller
Peter MoellerJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI and EHA Form Collaborative Partnership

(ROTOR) - HAI and the European Helicopter Association have formed an official partnership to increase collaboration between the…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineFrom the Board

HAI’s International Leaders

(ROTOR) - HAI Chairman Randy Rowles explains why being an HAI member is a winning proposition, providing him…
Randy Rowles
Randy RowlesJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Training the Modern Helicopter AMT

(ROTOR) - Southern Utah University provides helicopter focus and updated options for electronics, management skills.
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineRecent Accidents and Incidents

Recent Accidents & Incidents

(ROTOR) - Rotorcraft accidents and incidents occurring from Jul. 1 to Oct. 31, 2021.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineHAI on Social

Training the New Guy

(ROTOR) - We tickled our followers' funny bones with this Halloween social media post.
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberIn the SpotlightROTOR Magazine

HAI Training Working Group Members Mike Becker and Scott Boughton

(ROTOR) - HAI Training Working Group members Mike Becker and Scott Boughton discuss new training resources for IIMC…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineWork Safe

Are Service Bulletins Mandatory?

(ROTOR) - Focusing on semantics over content misses the point. Service bulletins provide information about potential safety hazards.
Zac Noble
Zac NobleJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineAbout This Issue

About This Issue

(ROTOR) - A helicopter holds a lineman in place as part of an article on our industry's role…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineLast Hover

Alvin S. Trenk

(ROTOR) - Entrepreneur Alvin S. Trenk formed several aviation businesses over a 50-year career.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR FeatureROTOR MagazineMessage from the President

What Do You Do?

(ROTOR) - HAI President and CEO James Viola discusses the role of the rotorcraft industry in future—and present—UAM…
James Viola
James ViolaJanuary 18, 2022
2021 DecemberROTOR MagazineFly Safe

Always Leave an Escape Route

(ROTOR) - Helicopter pilots tend to plan for the worst—a mentality that goes hand in hand with having…
Chris Hill
Chris HillJanuary 18, 2022
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI Seats 2021–22 Board of Directors

(ROTOR) - HAI's operator members elected two new directors to the association's board this past spring. Both directors…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 28, 2021
2021 September1 QuestionsROTOR MagazineROTOR Wash

How Do You Control FOD in Your Operation?

(ROTOR) - Foreign object damage can endanger not only your aircraft but the safety of your employees and…
Christine DeJoy
Christine DeJoySeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineHAI Briefs

HAI Aerial Firefighting Safety Conference Returns to In-Person Format

(ROTOR) - The HAI Aerial Firefighting Safety Conference will return to Boise, Idaho, this Nov. 16–17.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineAbout This Issue

About This Issue

(ROTOR) - For more than a year, MD Helicopters made weekly flights to bring equipment, PPE, and cleaning…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR FeatureROTOR MagazineMessage from the President

Seeing Aviation from All Sides

(ROTOR) - HAI President and CEO James Viola was able to get out of the office and into…
James Viola
James ViolaSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineIMHO

5G Interference: A Helicopter Air Ambulance Perspective

(ROTOR) - Rick Kenin of Boston MedFlight explains how the December 2021 rollout of 5G cellular networks will…
Rick Kenin
Rick KeninSeptember 28, 2021
Schweizer aircraft on display at HAI HELI-EXPO2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

The Return of Schweizer

(ROTOR) - New manufacturer offers iconic aircraft and commitment to customer service, as Schweizer RSG stands up S300C/S300CBi…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR FeatureROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Adding UAS to Your Helicopter Operation

(ROTOR) - For the right mission, drones are a low-cost, safe, effective choice. Hear from operators and drone…
David Hughes
David HughesSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineLast Hover

Shawn Coyle

(ROTOR) - Canadian veteran flies west; was renowned test pilot, instructor, author.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineRecent Accidents and Incidents

Recent Accidents & Incidents

(ROTOR) - Rotorcraft accidents and incidents occurring from Jan. 1 to Mar. 31, 2021.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineAccident Recovery

Out of Character

(ROTOR) - Getting swept up in the moment during a flight lead to a very unpleasant surprise for…
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennySeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineFlyOver

FlyOver: St. Petersburg, Florida

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett shares the view from an AS350 B2 flying over St. Petersburg, FL, flown by…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineKeeping UpCurrent Issue Features

How Do You Keep Your Training in Check?

(ROTOR) - Following checklists regularly ensures that pilots will know the steps to follow when they need them…
Matt Presnal
Matt PresnalSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineFrom the Board

The Value of Membership

(ROTOR) - HAI Chairman Randy Rowles explains why being an HAI member is a winning proposition, providing him…
Randy Rowles
Randy RowlesSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineLast Look

Vertical Aviation Technologies S-52L Hummingbird

(ROTOR) - An S-52L Hummingbird is parked outside the Vertical Aviation Technology hangar at Orlando Sanford International Airport.
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR FeatureROTOR MagazineAdvocating for You

Why Representation Matters

(ROTOR) - If you aren't at the table, you're on the menu, so let's examine how HAI is…
Emma Taylor
Emma TaylorSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineHAI on Social

The Hottest Pic This Fire Season!

(ROTOR) - This Sikorsky S-64E Skycrane has been outfitted for aerial firefighting by San Diego Gas & Electric.
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Man vs. Mosquito

(ROTOR) - Another case of helicopters saving lives (in this case, human, canine, and equine ones).
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineLast Hover

Bob Whitson

(ROTOR) - Former HAI Excellence in Helicopter Maintenance Award recipient dies at 74.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineFly Safe

Seeing Clearly

(ROTOR) - Don't take your vision for granted. There's no more valuable asset to an aviation professional.
Zac Noble
Zac NobleSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineCurrent Issue Features

Randy Rowles: Moving Forward

(ROTOR) - Randy Rowles, a world-class flight instructor and aviation leader, steps up to guide HAI as its…
Paul Koscak
Paul KoscakSeptember 28, 2021
2021 SeptemberROTOR MagazineFlight Path

Flight Path: Faith Lorenz, helicopter mechanic

(ROTOR) - ROTOR talks with Helicopters Inc. mechanic Faith Lorenz about the many opportunities in helicopter aviation.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 28, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 JuneAbout This Issue

About This Issue

(ROTOR) - For more than a year, MD Helicopters made weekly flights to bring equipment, PPE, and cleaning…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffAugust 5, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFeatures2021 June

Helicopter Simulation Training: Should It Pay to Play?

(ROTOR) - Pilots benefit from flight simulation training, but limited availability of FAA flight credit inhibits its full…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerAugust 4, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFlyOver2021 June

FlyOver: Phoenix, Arizona

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett shares the view from an R44 flying over Phoenix piloted by Bruce Haffner, the…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR MagazineLast Hover2021 June

Jack Harter

(ROTOR) - Hawaii helicopter tour pioneer dies at 89.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR MagazineLast Look2021 June

ROTAK Helicopter Services Kaman K-Max

(ROTOR) - A K-Max rests after nearly a month of heli-logging in central Idaho, the type of operation…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 JuneRecent Accidents and Incidents

Recent Accidents & Incidents

(ROTOR) - Rotorcraft accidents and incidents occurring from Jan. 1 to Mar. 31, 2021.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFlight Path2021 June

Flight Path: Amber Malin, quality assurance inspector

(ROTOR) - Meet the men and women who fix, fly, and inspect rotorcraft.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR MagazineAccident Recovery2021 June

Slipping Standards

(ROTOR) - No one takes off expecting to crash, but thoughtful action to prevent that contingency is essential…
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennyJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFly Safe2021 June

Protecting the Heart of Your Aircraft

(ROTOR) - Routine inspections and familiarity with your helicopter can spot engine problems before they lead to big-ticket…
Zac Noble
Zac NobleJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 JuneWork Safe

Components of Workplace Safety

(ROTOR) - Rotorcraft operations can take steps beyond regulatory compliance to mitigate maintenance safety risks.
Terry Palmer
Terry PalmerJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFuture Faces2021 June

HAI Commercial Helicopter Pilot Rating Scholarship Winner Jordan Nieters

(ROTOR) - “The most rewarding part about teaching is seeing your students achieve their goals and evolve from…
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 JuneHAI Briefs

HAI Introduces ROTOR Media Website

(ROTOR) - HAI is launching a redesigned website for its media, including ROTOR Magazine, ROTOR Daily, and HAI@Work…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 JuneHAI on Social

HAI salutes a Helicopter Mom

(ROTOR) - Kathryn Purwin shows what a proud helicopter mom looks like.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFeatures2021 June

Mars Helicopter Forges New Frontiers

(ROTOR) - Ingenuity more than lives up to its name, in accomplishments, design, and promise for the future…
Paul Koscak
Paul KoscakJuly 12, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 JuneCurrent Issue Features

Native Support

(ROTOR) - In 2020, with communities around the world reeling from the economic and social disruptions resulting from…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettJuly 9, 2021
In the SpotlightROTOR Magazine2021 June

Ryan Terry, Director of Regulatory Licensing and Policy, Lockheed Martin Corp

(ROTOR) - Ryan Terry, director of regulatory licensing and policy for Lockheed Martin Corp., explains how the FCC's…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffJuly 9, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFeatures2021 JuneCurrent Issue Features

Refocused Industry Safety Program Includes All Vertical Aviation Aircraft

(ROTOR) - VAST provides global forum for sharing safety data, information, initiatives.
Gina Kvitkovich
Gina KvitkovichJuly 9, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFrom the Board2021 June

Telling Our Story

(ROTOR) - HAI Chair Stacy Sheard details how HAI speaks on behalf of the global VTOL industry.
Stacy Sheard
Stacy SheardJuly 9, 2021
ROTOR MagazineMessage from the President2021 June

Being in the Thick of It Creates Additional Risk

(ROTOR) - HAI President and CEO James Viola on the flawed Ligado Networks proposal and how HAI is…
James Viola
James ViolaJuly 9, 2021
ROTOR MagazineAdvocating for You2021 June

FCC Decisions Imperil Aviation Safety

(ROTOR) - New year, new Congress, new leadership ... same politics.
John Shea
John SheaJuly 9, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2020 WinterAbout This Issue

About This Issue

On the Cover: Aviation photographer Dan Sweet (who also has a day job as HAI’s director of public…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 MarchAbout This Issue

About This Issue

On the Cover: Aviation photographer Dan Sweet (who also has a day job as HAI’s director of public…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 MarchHAI Briefs

Industry Forecast: Operators Plan to Grow

(ROTOR) - HAI's global survey in early 2021 of members and nonmembers contained some promising news of operators'…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFeatures2021 March

HAI Salutes Excellence in Vertical Lift

(ROTOR) - HAI celebrates the best in vertical aviation through its 2021 Salute to Excellence Awards.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 MarchHAI on Social

HAI’s Mil2Civ Transition Workshop

(ROTOR) - You've never heard a story until you've sat around a virtual campfire with former military pilots…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
R44ROTOR MagazineLast Look2021 March

Insite Commercial Robinson R44

(ROTOR) - This Robinson R44 enjoys a brief moment in the sun on an otherwise dreary, windy, chilly…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettApril 21, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 March

Ninth Annual ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest

(ROTOR) - Did we get some great photos of helicopters in 2020? Why, yes, we did.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR MagazineAdvocating for You2021 March

Ushering in 2021

(ROTOR) - New year, new Congress, new leadership ... same politics.
Cade Clark
Cade ClarkApril 21, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFly Safe2021 March

CFIT Still Gives Us Fits

(ROTOR) - Even experienced pilots can lose focus and fall prey to this common aviation threat.
Zac Noble
Zac NobleApril 21, 2021
5 Dos and DontsROTOR Magazine2021 March

Insuring Your Aviation Business

(ROTOR) - 5 Dos and Don'ts for obtaining the best insurance coverage.
Christine DeJoy
Christine DeJoyApril 21, 2021
ROTOR MagazineLast Hover2021 March

Maria Rodriguez

(ROTOR) - Remembering HAI's 2018 Pilot of the Year, Maria Rodriguez, the co-owner of Caribbean Buzz Helicopters.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
In the SpotlightROTOR Magazine2021 March

Sgt. Javaughn Harrison, UAS Operator, US Army

(ROTOR) - HAI President and CEO James Viola interviews US Army Sgt. Javaughn Harrison, UAS operator.
James Viola
James ViolaApril 21, 2021
ROTOR MagazineIMHO2021 March

Raising the Bar for sUAS

(ROTOR) - Alan Frazier explains why we need a standardized process for evaluating sUAS pilots and equipment, as…
Alan Frazier
Alan FrazierApril 21, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFlight Path2021 March

Sarah Louise Snell

Meet the men and women who fix or fly rotorcraft.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 MarchHAI Briefs

A Full-On Approach to Helicopter Safety

(ROTOR) - HAI promotes a 360-degree approach to reducing accidents that addresses culture, processes, training, and the appropriate…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 MarchRecent Accidents and Incidents

Recent Accidents & Incidents

(ROTOR) - Rotorcraft accidents and incidents occurring from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31, 2020.
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR MagazineAccident Recovery2021 March

Quick Thinking

(ROTOR) - This pilot's quick reaction enabled him to survive a helicopter crash in which the aircraft lost…
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennyApril 21, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 MarchHAI Briefs

HAI HELI-EXPO Events Moving Online

(ROTOR) - HAI is moving HAI HELI-EXPO events online so that our industry can still take advantage of…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffApril 21, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFuture Faces2021 March

HAI AMT Scholarship Winner Alec Dockery

(ROTOR) - Desire for a hands-on career led Colorado student to pursue A&P school. "It meant a lot…
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteApril 20, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFeatures2021 March

A 360-Degree Approach to IIMC

(ROTOR) - Pilots must practice skills to avoid IIMC if possible, to recover when needed.
Scott Boughton
Scott BoughtonApril 20, 2021
Helicopter flying near Mount RushmoreROTOR MagazineFlyOver2021 March

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

(ROTOR) - Mark Bennett shares the view from a Bell 407 flying near the Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettApril 20, 2021
ROTOR MagazineFrom the Board2021 March

What Can HAI Do for You?

(ROTOR) - HAI Board member and Treasurer Jeff Smith details the many benefits and resources HAI offers to…
Jeff Smith
Jeff SmithApril 20, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2020 WinterFeatures2021 MarchCurrent Issue Features

First Person: The Salvador Allende Rescue

(ROTOR) - Surrounded by debris, 850 miles from land, a merchant mariner floats and waits.
Thomas McKenzie
Thomas McKenzieApril 20, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 March

HAI international partners team up to fight COVID

(ROTOR) - The International Partnership Program, HAI's forum for global collaboration provides connection, best practices.
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerApril 20, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2021 March

HAI Launches Safety Reporting Program for Members

(ROTOR) - Formed last year during the pandemic, HAI’s International Partnership Program has already begun delivering on its…
Bryan Burns
Bryan BurnsApril 20, 2021
ROTOR MagazineMessage from the President2021 March

Planning for the Future

(ROTOR) - HAI President and CEO James Viola on HAI HELI-EXPO 2022, HAI’s five-year strategic plan, the just-launched…
James Viola
James ViolaApril 20, 2021
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4About This Issue

About This Issue

On the Cover: Aviation photographer Dan Sweet (who also has a day job as HAI’s director of public…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffDecember 4, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4Features

Arizona In Flames

Cover Photo: Flames sweep across the Mazatzal Mountains 40 miles northeast of Phoenix. This remnant of the Bush…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettDecember 3, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4HAI on SocialROTOR Wash

HAI on Social

Reach the beach! According to comments on social media, challenging landings at austere locations, like this one performed…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffNovember 27, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4FlyOver

FlyOver

Army Aviation Heritage Foundation | Bell AH-1F Palm Springs, California | Sep. 28, 2019 Pilot: Eric Pacheco
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettNovember 21, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4Message from the President

Pandemic-Generated Innovation

Adapting to new conditions can lead to positive changes. This November, Americans had the privilege of participating in…
James Viola
James ViolaNovember 19, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4Last Look

Lazy T Ranch’s Airbus AS350 B3e

The Lazy T Ranch is several thousand acres of pasture, hayfields, rolling hills, and dramatic canyons 10 miles…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettNovember 17, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4Future Faces

HAI Scholarship Recipient Nic Tillim

Student aspires to use piloting skills to help wildlife conservation. Nic Tillim has known flying helicopters would be…
Jaasmin Foote
Jaasmin FooteNovember 14, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4Flight Path

Meet Ann Protheroe

QUICK FACTS Ann Protheroe Air Evac Lifeteam Maryville, Illinois CURRENT JOB I’m a base mechanic for Air Evac…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffNovember 11, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4Work Safe

Ensure Fuel Purity with Soak Testing

The performance and safety of your aircraft depend on this procedure. At my firm, Aviation Marketing Services, we’re…
Walter Chartrand
Walter ChartrandNovember 8, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4Accident Recovery

Bad Assumptions

Unclear responsibilities between pilots can lead to a deadly outcome. A flight review conducted by a CFI without…
David Jack Kenny
David Jack KennyNovember 4, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4Features

Is AMT Education Ready for the 21st Century?

Pandemic conditions may accelerate Part 147 reforms. Well before COVID became a household word, the aviation industry was…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerOctober 23, 2020
Helicopter EventsROTOR Magazine2020 Q4ROTOR Wash

Helicopter Events

2020 NOV. 17–18/VIRTUAL HAI Virtual Aerial Firefighting Conference Helicopter Association International Learn more at rotor.org. NOV. 26 Young Eagle…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffOctober 10, 2020
In the SpotlightROTOR Magazine2020 Q4ROTOR Wash

Mark Bathrick, Director, Office of Aviation Services, US Department of the Interior

DOI UAS have conducted nearly 1,800 flights supporting wildland fire operations this year. As the incredibly intense and…
Jen Boyer
Jen BoyerOctober 7, 2020
5 Dos and DontsROTOR Magazine2020 Q4ROTOR Wash

Working in Longline Operations

Longline work is a special niche of the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) industry, one that requires precision…
Christine DeJoy
Christine DeJoyOctober 4, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4ROTOR Wash1 Questions 4 Answers

What changes have you made since experiencing—or narrowly avoiding— an aviation accident?

Experiencing an accident or near miss can be a wake-up call—time to go back to basics, dust off…
Christine DeJoy
Christine DeJoyOctober 1, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4HAI BriefsROTOR Wash

HAI Introduces Membership Services Department

Exciting changes are underway at HAI, and the result means significant changes for our members. HAI’s Operations and…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 28, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4HAI Briefs

Vertical Readers Cite HAI for Pandemic Assistance to Industry

HAI’s efforts to support and inform the vertical flight industry throughout the COVID-19 pandemic received recognition in a…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffSeptember 25, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q4From the Board

The Vertical Flight Family

We share a goal: to provide safe, efficient aviation services. In an industry that was once seeking a…
Randy Rowles
Randy RowlesSeptember 16, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q3Advocating for You

Advocating for You

Legislative Update As the HAI government affairs team, John Shea and I represent your ­interests to your elected…
Cade Clark
Cade ClarkSeptember 1, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q3HAI on SocialROTOR Wash

HAI on Social

Reach the beach! According to comments on social media, challenging landings at austere locations, like this one performed…
ROTOR Staff
ROTOR StaffAugust 23, 2020
ROTOR Magazine2020 Q3Last Look

Van Horn Aviation’s Bell 206B

Van Horn Aviation, founded in 2001, designs and manufactures tail and main rotor blades for a number of…
Mark Bennett
Mark BennettAugust 20, 2020
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