The Leading Member Organization in Vertical Flight
For more than 75 years, we’ve been the global leader in advocating for the vertical flight industry and the unique benefits it offers communities. We’re the leading voice in promoting safety, professionalism, innovation, and the industry’s economic viability. Today, VAI is evolving and expanding, just as our industry is exploring new territories in vertical mobility. The vertical aviation fleet is becoming more diverse, and VAI is committed to representing all the people and organizations that build, fly, fix, operate, and supply those aircraft.
Our purpose is to fuel the growth of the vertical aviation industry through connection, advocacy, safety, education, and support for businesses and individuals. Together, we will strengthen communities worldwide and unlock the unlimited potential and power of up.
Exclusive Member Benefits
Support for Small Businesses
Take advantage of benefits specially designed for small-business members and get access to a small-business advisory council to tackle challenges and provide support.
Exclusive Discounts
Stock up on savings with member-only and company-exclusive discounts to events like VERTICON, safety and education programs, and other resources.
VA Online Academy
Sharpen your skills and get year-round training, designed especially for vertical aviation professionals, from industry leaders and experts.
SMS for Your Business
Get exclusive savings on SMS options designed to scale to your operation. Identify and resolve potentially dangerous and costly safety risks that threaten your business.
Access to Experts
Whether you need legislative, regulatory, technical, or safety support, or answers to questions and concerns, VAI members get direct access to our staff of experts.
And More!
With more than 35 member benefits, expert support, industry-leading resources, and deep discounts that add up, VAI is here for the vertical aviation community every step of the way.
Our Impact at a Glance
From adding value to your membership to shaping the future of vertical mobility, VAI is constantly taking the industry to new heights.
New ORRA Program
helps members manage operational risk and resilience matched to size and type of operation
$3 Million
saved by VAI members on registration, education, and exhibit fees at HAI HELI-EXPO 2023 in Atlanta
92%
Adoption Rate for VAI-endorsed amendments to the FAA reauthorization bill in the US House of Representatives
North dakota
joins the Rotor Pathway Program, VAI’s innovative project that prepares high school students for vertical aviation careers
Latest News
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VERTICON: Time is running out to register at early-bird rates!
VERTICON 2025 is less than two months away! Make sure you’ll be part of the world’s largest vertical aviation conference…
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(KABC) – A news helicopter pilot toured the aftermath of the Palisades Fire on Jan. 9 in Los Angeles, California.
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Coulson helicopter crews on front lines of California wildfire battle
(Times Colonist) – Helicopter crews from Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada–based Coulson Aviation were among the first on the scene…