The Helicopter Foundation International is pleased to accept applications for The Michelle North Scholarship for Safety – a scholarship specifically geared to promote safety within the helicopter industry. One winner will be selected from all qualified applicants and he or she will be invited to join us at HELI-EXPO 2012 in Dallas, Texas.

This scholarship was founded in memory of Michelle North, a long-time industry advocate of safety, to encourage a stronger focus on safety and safety education and training in helicopter operations. In addition to a full registration for two to HELI-EXPO 2012, the scholarship provides for the winner to attend the HAI Safety Management course on Sun., Feb. 12, 2012 in Dallas, Texas, and dinner for two at the Salute to Excellence Awards dinner courtesy of Helicopter Association International.

An electronic form of the application is preferred. Please email to scholarships@rotor.com. Neatness, completeness and accuracy do count. Additional pages requested must be supplied. The winner is responsible for his or her own transportation and accommodations at HELI-EXPO 2012.

All applications must be received at HFI by Nov. 30, 2011. Mail to HFI Scholarships, 1635 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.

Requirements: Must already be working in the helicopter industry, either in the safety or safety management field, or already preparing to enter the safety or safety management field.

Any questions or concerns should be directed to the foundation’s vice president/curator, Marty Pociask at marty.pociask@rotor.com or 703-683-4646.