HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

HAI Introduces New Salute to Excellence Award

HAI Introduces New Salute to Excellence Award

1-Feb-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce a new addition to its Salute to Excellence Awards, which acknowledge significant achievement in the vertical flight industry. The newest award honors the spirit and legacy of Harold “Hal” Summers, a longtime HAI employee who was renowned for his efforts to improve the rotorcraft industry. In recognition... Read more

HAI awards Salute To Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award

HAI awards Salute To Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award

19-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Anthony “Tony” Cosimano is the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award. This award, sponsored by Bell, salutes excellence in management and leadership and is granted to an individual for long and significant service to the international vertical aviation community. It will be... Read more

HAI names Salute to Excellence Maintenance Award winner

HAI names Salute to Excellence Maintenance Award winner

19-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Becker Helicopter Services Director of Maintenance Michael “Yippy” Yip is the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence Maintenance Award. This award, presented by Rolls-Royce, recognizes an individual for longstanding excellence in rotorcraft maintenance, maintenance instruction or supervision, or a single significant contribution to rotorcraft maintenance.... Read more

HAI names Salute to Excellence Safety Award recipient

HAI names Salute to Excellence Safety Award recipient

12-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Five-Alpha Founder and President Rex Alexander is the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence Safety Award. The award, sponsored by BLR Aerospace, recognizes outstanding contributions in the promotion of safety and safety awareness throughout the international vertical aviation community. It will be presented Feb. 26,... Read more

HAI awards Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award

HAI awards Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award

12-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce the Neonatal/Pediatric Transport Team at Children’s Health in Dallas is the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award. The award recognizes the efforts of an individual, group, or organization that, through a particular activity or contributions over time, has advanced the use of helicopters... Read more

HAI awards Salute to Excellence  Humanitarian Service Award

HAI awards Salute to Excellence Humanitarian Service Award

11-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Rainbow Helicopters is the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence Humanitarian Service Award. The award, sponsored by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, honors the person or persons who best demonstrate the value of rotorcraft to the communities in which they operate by providing aid to those... Read more

HAI announce Salute to Excellence Law Enforcement Award winner

HAI announce Salute to Excellence Law Enforcement Award winner

11-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Fairfax County (Virginia) Police Helicopter Division Chief Pilot Andrew Edgerton is the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence Law Enforcement Award. This award, sponsored by MD Helicopters, recognizes an individual or organization that has contributed to the promotion and advancement of rotorcraft in support of... Read more

HAI announce Salute to Excellence W.A. “Dub” Blessing Flight Instructor of the Year Award winner

HAI announce Salute to Excellence W.A. “Dub” Blessing Flight Instructor of the Year Award winner

10-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Chinook Helicopters CEO Catherine Press as the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence W.A. “Dub” Blessing Flight Instructor of the Year Award. This award, presented by Hill Air Corporation, recognizes superlative contributions by a helicopter flight instructor or a UAS flight instructor in upholding high standards... Read more

HAI announce Salute to Excellence winner of Communications Award

HAI announce Salute to Excellence winner of Communications Award

10-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Rotor Pro magazine Production Team Leader/Videographer Bryan Matuskey as the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence Communications Award. The award recognizes an individual or organization achieving the most creative and distinct dissemination of information about the vertical aviation industry. It will be presented on Feb. 26,... Read more

HAI announce Salute To Excellence Pilot Of The Year

HAI announce Salute To Excellence Pilot Of The Year

9-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Michael Sagely, senior pilot with the Air Operations unit of the Los Angeles County (California) Fire Department (LACFD), is the recipient of the 2024 Salute to Excellence Pilot of the Year Award. The award recognizes an outstanding single feat performed by a helicopter pilot or UAS... Read more

HAI announce Salute to Excellence winners of Zuccaro Land & Live Award

HAI announce Salute to Excellence winners of Zuccaro Land & Live Award

9-Jan-2024Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Capts. Steve Buhagiar and David Sidorski as recipients of the Salute to Excellence Matthew S. Zuccaro Land & LIVE Award. This award, presented by HAI in honor of Zuccaro, recognizes outstanding aeronautical decision-making, crew resource management, and/or coordinated actions performed by a helicopter pilot(s), flight crew member(s),... Read more

VFS Announces Student Design Competition Winners

VFS Announces Student Design Competition Winners

29-Aug-2023Source: VFS

The Vertical Flight Society (VFS) today announces the winners of its 40th Annual Student Design Competition. The team of University of Maryland took first place in the Graduate category and Georgia Institute of Technology/US Military Academy in the Undergraduate category. In addition, the Military Institute of Technology (Bangladesh) took Best New Undergraduate Entrant honors. Sikorsky,... Read more

HAI calls for ‘2024 Salute to Excellence’ Award nominations

HAI calls for ‘2024 Salute to Excellence’ Award nominations

29-Aug-2023Source: HAI

HAI wants to remind the vertical flight industry that it is now accepting nominations for its annual Salute to Excellence Awards program. These awards recognize superior achievement across the rotorcraft industry and are open to individuals, teams, or organizations who work with helicopters and remotely piloted aircraft systems (drones or UAS). Interested individuals or businesses... Read more

Nominations Now Open for 2024 HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

Nominations Now Open for 2024 HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

20-Jul-2023Source: HAI

Do you know someone who’s excelling in the exciting world of rotorcraft, drones, or advanced air mobility (AAM)? Maybe they’ve achieved something extraordinary that made headlines. Well, it’s time to shine the spotlight on them, and Helicopter Association International (HAI) wants to hear their incredible story! We’re thrilled to announce that nominations are now open... Read more

HAI Announces HAI’s Salute To Excellence Humanitarian Service Award Winner

HAI Announces HAI’s Salute To Excellence Humanitarian Service Award Winner

13-Jan-2023Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Altitude Air Operations director Ananda “Andy” Thapa is the 2023 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Humanitarian Service Award. The award, sponsored by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, honors the person or persons who best demonstrate the value of rotorcraft to the communities in which they operate... Read more

HAI Announces HAI’s Salute To Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award Winner

HAI Announces HAI’s Salute To Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award Winner

13-Jan-2023Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Capital Air founder and director Joäo “John” Vinagre is the 2023 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award. This award, sponsored by Bell, salutes excellence in management and leadership and is granted to an individual for long and significant service to the international rotorcraft community.... Read more

HAI Announce HAI’s Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award Winner

HAI Announce HAI’s Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award Winner

13-Jan-2023Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce David Ellis, executive director of Haiti Air Ambulance, is the 2023 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award. The award recognizes the efforts of an individual, group, or organization that, through a particular activity or contributions over time, has advanced the use of helicopters or... Read more

HAI Announces HAI’s Salute to Excellence Safety Award Winner

HAI Announces HAI’s Salute to Excellence Safety Award Winner

13-Jan-2023Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce GPMS International CEO and Chief Engineer Eric Bechhoefer is the 2023 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Safety Award. The award, sponsored by BLR Aerospace, recognizes an individual for outstanding contributions in promoting rotorcraft safety and safety awareness. It will be presented on Mar. 6, 2023, at... Read more

HAI awards Salute To Excellence Law Enforcement Award

HAI awards Salute To Excellence Law Enforcement Award

13-Jan-2023Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Alameda County (California) Sheriff’s Office (ASCO) criminalist Penny Ritter is the recipient of the 2023 Salute to Excellence Law Enforcement Award. This award, sponsored by MD Helicopters, LLC, recognizes an individual or organization that has contributed to the promotion and advancement of rotorcraft in support of law... Read more

HAI announces Salute To Excellence Flight Instructor Of The Year Award

HAI announces Salute To Excellence Flight Instructor Of The Year Award

13-Jan-2023Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Helicopter Institute senior flight instructor Karl Cotton is the recipient of the 2023 Salute to Excellence W.A. “Dub” Blessing Flight Instructor of the Year Award. This award, presented by Hill Air Corporation, recognizes superlative contributions by a helicopter flight instructor or a UAS flight instructor in upholding... Read more

HAI announces Salute to Excellence Award for Communications Winner

HAI announces Salute to Excellence Award for Communications Winner

12-Jan-2023Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that the late Vertical magazine photographer and writer Lawrence “Skip” Robinson is the recipient of the 2023 Salute to Excellence Award for Communications. The award recognizes an individual for creative distinction in disseminating information about the helicopter industry. It will be presented to a family member of... Read more

HAI announces Salute to Excellence Maintenance Award winner

HAI announces Salute to Excellence Maintenance Award winner

11-Jan-2023Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Rainbow Helicopters VP of Maintenance Mike Iven as the recipient of the 2023 Salute to Excellence Maintenance Award. This award, presented by Rolls-Royce, recognizes an individual for long-standing excellence in rotorcraft maintenance, maintenance instruction or supervision, or a single significant contribution to rotorcraft maintenance. It will be... Read more

Deadline Extended For 2023 HAI Salute To Excellence Awards

Deadline Extended For 2023 HAI Salute To Excellence Awards

3-Oct-2022Source: HAI

Send in your nominations by Saturday, Oct. 15, for this prestigious industry honor. Do you know someone in the rotorcraft, drone, or advanced air mobility community who’s outstanding in their profession? If so, HAI is hoping you’ll tell us their story and nominate them for our annual Salute to Excellence Awards program! We’ve extended the... Read more

Deadline extended for 2023 HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

Deadline extended for 2023 HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

23-Aug-2022Source: HAI

  Do you know someone in the rotorcraft, drone, or advanced air mobility community who’s outstanding in their profession? If so, HAI is hoping you’ll tell us their story and nominate them for our annual Salute to Excellence Awards program! We’ve extended the deadline for nominations to Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. Award descriptions and criteria, as well as additional information about... Read more

Nominations are open for HAI Salute To Excellence Awards Program

Nominations are open for HAI Salute To Excellence Awards Program

7-Jun-2022Source: HAI

  Do you know a team or individual in the rotorcraft or drone community who are outstanding in their profession? Or perhaps they conducted an exceptional operation that made the news? Helicopter Association International (HAI) is hoping you’ll tell us their story! HAI is pleased to announce that it is now accepting nominations for its... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

18-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Dwayne Williams is the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by Bell. This award honors excellence in management and leadership and is granted to an individual for long and significant service to the international helicopter community. It will be presented March 7 at... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Pilot of the Year Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Pilot of the Year Award Recipient

17-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce United States Coast Guard Lieutenant Commander Travis Christy, an MH-60 aircraft commander, as the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Pilot of the Year Award. The award, presented by ROTOR Media, recognizes an outstanding single feat performed by a helicopter pilot during the year or extraordinary professionalism... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Law Enforcement Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Law Enforcement Award Recipient

14-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Michigan State Police Aviation Unit Sgt. Matt Rogers is the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Law Enforcement Award. This award, sponsored by MD Helicopters, recognizes an individual who has contributed to the promotion and advancement of helicopters in support of law enforcement activities. It will... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Humanitarian Service Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Humanitarian Service Award Recipient

14-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce MD Helicopters is the 2022 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Humanitarian Service Award. The award, sponsored by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, honors the person or people who best demonstrate the value of helicopters to the communities in which they operate by providing aid to those... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Golden Hour Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Golden Hour Award Recipient

13-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that the Neonatal/Pediatric Transport Team at Children’s Health of Dallas, Texas, is the 2022 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award. The award recognizes the efforts of an individual, group, or organization that, through a particular activity or contributions over time, has advanced the use... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Safety Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Safety Award Recipient

13-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce United States Coast Guard Air Station Cape Cod as the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Safety Award. The award, sponsored by BLR Aerospace, recognizes outstanding contributions to the promotion of helicopter safety and safety awareness. It will be presented Monday, March 7, at HAI HELI-EXPO 2022... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Communications Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Communications Award Recipient

12-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Helicopter Life Editor Georgina Hunter-Jones as the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Communications Award. The award, sponsored by Lightspeed Aviation, recognizes an individual for creative distinction in disseminating information about the helicopter industry. It will be presented March 7, 2022, at HAI HELI-EXPO 2022 in Dallas,... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Flight Instructor Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Flight Instructor Award Recipient

12-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Scott Tinnesand as the recipient of the Salute to Excellence W.A. “Dub” Blessing Flight Instructor of the Year Award. This award, presented by H. Ross Perot & Family, recognizes superlative contributions by a helicopter or UAS flight instructor in upholding high standards of professionalism. It will be... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Maintenance Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Maintenance Award Recipient

12-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Panther Helicopters mechanic Jeffrey Donnell as the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Maintenance Award. This award, presented by Rolls-Royce, recognizes an individual for long-standing excellence in rotorcraft maintenance, maintenance instruction or supervision, or a single significant contribution to rotorcraft maintenance. It will be presented Monday, March... Read more

HAI Announces 2022 Land & LIVE Award Recipient

HAI Announces 2022 Land & LIVE Award Recipient

11-Jan-2022Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce US Coast Guard Avionics Electrical Technician Second Class Andrew Champagne as the first recipient of the Salute to Excellence Matthew S. Zuccaro Land & LIVE Award. This award recognizes aeronautical decision-making, crew resource management, and coordinated actions by flight crews that result in the decision to terminate... Read more

HAI Extends Deadline For Salute To Excellence Award Nominations

HAI Extends Deadline For Salute To Excellence Award Nominations

1-Oct-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International is extending the deadline to accept nominations for its annual Salute to Excellence Awards program. The deadline to submit full nomination packages is now Friday, October 15, 2021. These awards recognize superior achievement across the rotorcraft industry and are open to individuals, teams, or organizations who work with helicopters and remotely piloted aircraft systems (drones or UAS). Nominations can be submitted at rotor.org/salute.... Read more

30 Sep deadline for 2022 HAI Salute to Excellence nominations

30 Sep deadline for 2022 HAI Salute to Excellence nominations

23-Sep-2021Source: HAI

Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics/engineers, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond to pursue professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. The HAI Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all forms of vertical aviation, including unmanned aircraft systems (UASs, or drones). New This Year HAI is... Read more

Nominations open for 2022 HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

Nominations open for 2022 HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

29-Jul-2021Source: HAI

Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics/engineers, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond to pursue professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. The HAI Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all forms of vertical aviation, including unmanned aircraft systems (UASs, or drones). New This Year HAI is... Read more

Nominations now open for 2022 HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

Nominations now open for 2022 HAI Salute to Excellence Awards

7-Jun-2021Source: HAI

Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics/engineers, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond to pursue professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. The HAI Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all forms of vertical aviation, including unmanned aircraft systems (UASs, or drones). New This Year HAI is... Read more

HAI Names Salute to Excellence Pilot of the Year

HAI Names Salute to Excellence Pilot of the Year

15-Mar-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce U.S. Coast Guard MH-60 pilot LCDR Robert McCabe is the 2021 recipient of the association’s Pilot of the Year Award. The award recognizes an outstanding single feat performed by a helicopter pilot during the year or extraordinary professionalism over a period of time. This award is sponsored... Read more

HAI names Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award

HAI names Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award

12-Mar-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Michael Hynes, a 65-year veteran of the aviation industry, is the 2021 recipient of the association’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The award, sponsored by Bell, salutes excellence in management and leadership and is granted to an individual for long and significant service to the international helicopter community. An... Read more

HAI Names 2021 Recipient of HAI’s Salute to Excellence Award for Maintenance Excellence

HAI Names 2021 Recipient of HAI’s Salute to Excellence Award for Maintenance Excellence

10-Mar-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce life-long maintenance professional David Fox is the 2021 recipient of the association’s Maintenance Excellence Award. The award, sponsored by Rolls-Royce, recognizes an individual for long-standing excellence in rotorcraft maintenance, maintenance instruction or supervision, or a single significant contribution to rotorcraft maintenance. David has been around aircraft since... Read more

HAI names 2021 Recipients of Salute to Excellence Award for Humanitarian Service

HAI names 2021 Recipients of Salute to Excellence Award for Humanitarian Service

9-Mar-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce the California National Guard 40th Combat Aviation Brigade CH-47 and UH-60 Blackhawk Crews are the 2021 recipients of the association’s Humanitarian Service Award. The award, sponsored by Sikorsky, honors the person or persons who best demonstrate the value of helicopters to the communities in which they operate... Read more

HAI Names Recipient of 2021 Salute to Excellence Law Enforcement Award

HAI Names Recipient of 2021 Salute to Excellence Law Enforcement Award

8-Mar-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce John Cooper, the safety and training officer for the Columbus Division of Police in Columbus, Ohio, is the 2021 recipient of the association’s Law Enforcement Award. The award, sponsored by MD Helicopters, recognizes an individual that has contributed to the promotion and advancement of helicopters in support... Read more

HAI names recipient of the 2021 Salute to Excellence Safety Award

HAI names recipient of the 2021 Salute to Excellence Safety Award

5-Mar-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce rotorcraft industry professional Neo Aik Sia, is the 2021 recipient of the association’s Safety Award. The award, sponsored by BLR Aerospace, recognizes an individual for outstanding contributions to the promotion of helicopter safety and safety awareness. Neo Aik Sia joined the Junior Flying Club in 1972 in... Read more

HAI names Flight Instructor of the Year

HAI names Flight Instructor of the Year

3-Mar-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Nobuyuki Kosuge, assistant chief flight instructor at Helistream in Costa Mesa, California, is the 2021 recipient of the association’s W.A. “Dub” Blessing Flight Instructor of the Year Award, sponsored by Hill Air Corporation. The award superlative contributions by a helicopter flight instructor in upholding high standards of... Read more

HAI names winner of 2021 Salute to Excellence award for Communications

HAI names winner of 2021 Salute to Excellence award for Communications

2-Mar-2021Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Jeanette Eaton, vice president of commercial strategy and business development for global commercial and military systems at Sikorsky, is the 2021 recipient of the association’s Excellence in Communications Award. The award, sponsored by Lightspeed Aviation, recognizes an individual for creative distinction in disseminating information about the helicopter... Read more

HAI Extends Nomination Period for Salute to Excellence Awards

HAI Extends Nomination Period for Salute to Excellence Awards

30-Oct-2020Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) i s extending the deadline to submit nominations for the annual Salute to Excellence awards that recognize superior achievement across nine categories of the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) industry. Salute nomination packages must be submitted to HAI by Nov. 20, 2020, to be considered. The original deadline of October 30... Read more

Deadline for Salute to Excellence Awards Nominations closes Friday

Deadline for Salute to Excellence Awards Nominations closes Friday

26-Oct-2020Source: HAI

Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics and engineers, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond to pursue professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. The HAI Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all forms of vertical aviation. As our industry evolves, HAI is excited to announce that... Read more

HAI launches annual Salute to Excellence Awards

HAI launches annual Salute to Excellence Awards

11-Aug-2020Source: HAI

Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics and engineers, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond to pursue professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. The HAI Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all forms of vertical aviation. As our industry evolves, HAI is excited to announce that... Read more

HAI Names Recipient of Salute to Excellence Humanitarian Service Award

HAI Names Recipient of Salute to Excellence Humanitarian Service Award

13-Nov-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that the Los Angeles County (California) Fire Department Air Operations LACOFD Sikorsky S-70 Firehawk helicopter teams are the 2020 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Humanitarian Service Award. The award honors the person or persons who best demonstrate the value of helicopters to the communities in which... Read more

HAI Announces 2020 Recipient of Salute to Excellence Safety Award

HAI Announces 2020 Recipient of Salute to Excellence Safety Award

12-Nov-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Krisna Dewi, commercial manager of PT. Sayap Garuda Indah (Heli SGI and Air Bali) in Bali, Indonesia, is the 2020 recipient of the association’s Safety Award. The award, sponsored by BLR Aerospace, acknowledges outstanding contributions in the promotion of safety and safety awareness throughout the international... Read more

HAI Announces Recipient of 2020 Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award

HAI Announces Recipient of 2020 Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award

12-Nov-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Boise, Idaho, resident Gary Wiltrout is the 2020 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award. This award, presented by Bell, salutes excellence in management and leadership and is given to an individual for long and significant service to the international helicopter community. It will... Read more

HAI Announces Recipient of 2020 Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award

HAI Announces Recipient of 2020 Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award

11-Nov-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) Ambulance Service is the 2020 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award. This award recognizes the efforts of an individual, group, or organization that, through a particular activity or contributions over time, has advanced the use of helicopters in... Read more

HAI Announces Recipient of 2020 Salute To Excellence Law Enforcement Award

HAI Announces Recipient of 2020 Salute To Excellence Law Enforcement Award

8-Nov-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Bryn Elliott is the 2020 recipient of the association’s Salute to Excellence Law Enforcement Award. The award, sponsored by MD Helicopters, recognizes an individual or organization that has contributed to the promotion and advancement of helicopters in support of law enforcement activities. Nominees were not limited... Read more

HAI Salute to Excellence Awards – deadline approaching

HAI Salute to Excellence Awards – deadline approaching

6-Aug-2019Source: HAI

Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond the call of duty in pursuit of the highest standards of professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. HAI’s Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievements in vertical aviation. Go to rotor.org/salute and nominate an exceptional... Read more

Recognize The Best of Vertical Aviation

Recognize The Best of Vertical Aviation

24-Jun-2019Source: HAI

Nominations Now Open for HAI’s Salute to Excellence Awards Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond the call of duty in pursuit of the highest standards of professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. HAI’s Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievements in... Read more

Nominations Now Open for HAI’s Salute to Excellence Awards

Nominations Now Open for HAI’s Salute to Excellence Awards

4-Jun-2019Source: HAI

Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond the call of duty in pursuit of the highest standards of professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. HAI’s Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievements in vertical aviation. Go to rotor.org/salute and nominate an exceptional... Read more

HAI Announces 2019 Salute to Excellence Flight Instructor of the Year

HAI Announces 2019 Salute to Excellence Flight Instructor of the Year

11-Jan-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce today that Marty Wright, Chief Flight Instructor at the Bell Training Academy, is the 2019 recipient of the W.A. “Dub” Blessing Flight Instructor of the Year Award. This award, sponsored by H. Ross Perot and the Perot family, recognizes superlative contributions by a helicopter flight instructor in... Read more

HAI Announces 2019 Excellence in Helicopter Maintenance Award

HAI Announces 2019 Excellence in Helicopter Maintenance Award

11-Jan-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce today that Thomas “TJ” Hall, Airbase Lead Mechanic for Air Methods, is the 2019 winner of HAI’s Salute to Excellence Rolls-Royce Excellence in Helicopter Maintenance Award. With this award, HAI recognizes an individual for longstanding excellence in helicopter maintenance, maintenance instruction or supervision, or a single significant... Read more

HAI Announces 2019 Salute to Excellence Pilot of the Year

HAI Announces 2019 Salute to Excellence Pilot of the Year

11-Jan-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce today that Andreas Hermansky, a pilot for Temsco Helicopters in Alaska, is the 2019 recipient of the Pilot of the Year Award. This award, sponsored by Appareo, recognizes an outstanding single feat performed by a helicopter pilot during the year or extraordinary professionalism over a period of... Read more

HAI Announces 2019 Salute to Excellence Safety Award

HAI Announces 2019 Salute to Excellence Safety Award

10-Jan-2019Source: HAI

Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce today that Chris Sharpe, project manager of HeliSOS in Guatemala, is the 2019 winner of HAI’s Salute to Excellence BLR Aerospace Excellence in Safety Award. With this award, HAI acknowledges outstanding contributions in the promotion of safety and safety awareness throughout the international helicopter community. The award... Read more

Final Extension for Salute to Excellence Awards

Final Extension for Salute to Excellence Awards

11-Oct-2018Source: HAI

Due to an extremely active summer flying-season, HAI is extending the deadline for the 2019 Salute to Excellence Awards to October 19. There are many deserving people in our industry, but someone needs to take the time to honor them with a nomination. The nine categories of Salute awards cover the variety of work that... Read more

HAI Salute to Excellence Deadline Extended

HAI Salute to Excellence Deadline Extended

20-Sep-2018Source: HAI

Nominate for HAI’s Salute to Excellence Awards – Deadline Extended to Oct. 15 Within vertical aviation are pilots, mechanics, safety professionals, and others who go above and beyond the call of duty in pursuit of the highest standards of professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. HAI’s Salute to Excellence Awards recognize... Read more

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