9-Aug-2021Source: HAC
HAC would like to announce that effective November 30 2021, HAC’s President & CEO, Fred Jones, will be leaving the employ of the association. Fred will be leaving the association to start a part-time consulting practice, and return to the part-time practice of aviation law as part of his phased transition to retirement. His departure... Read more
6-Dec-2019Source: Helijet
Daniel Sitnam, President and CEO of Richmond B.C.-based Helijet International Inc. has been presented with the Helicopter Association of Canada (HAC) 2019 Agar-Stringer Award for his lifetime contribution to the Canadian helicopter industry. HAC President Fred Jones presented the award to Sitnam at the 2019 HAC convention in Vancouver, noting, “This award is well-deserved. Danny... Read more
5-Dec-2017Source: HAC
While I must confess to still experiencing a little PCPTSD (Post-Convention PTSD), I feel like I am on the road to recovery. We conducted a few experiments with the convention this year, and they were largely successful. I have learned over the years, that Conventions are fundamentally a product of experience, rather than logic. This... Read more
16-May-2016Source: HAC
HAC is Pleased to Announce “Chickenhawk” Author to be HAC’s Convention 2016 Keynote Luncheon Speaker As you may know, Robert Mason has agreed to be HAC’s Keynote Luncheon speaker in 2016, at our Edmonton Convention, November 11-13 at the Shaw Convention Centre and the Westin Edmonton. We are delighted to have Robert and his wife,... Read more
8-Jun-2015Source: The Murray Valley Standard
A Development application for the Mannum District Hospital helipad has been lodged with the Mid Murray Council following the completion of site survey works and the establishment of a design plan. See Full Story.... Read more
10-Dec-2014Source: HAC
Having many common goals and a desire to work cooperatively on training and skills development The Canadian Council for Aviation & Aerospace and the Helicopter Association of Canada (HAC) are pleased to announce the signing of a partnership agreement to establish skill development activities for the helicopter industry in Canada. These activities include: 1) A... Read more
7-Nov-2014Source: Latitude
Latitude Technologies, the premier global supplier of flight data management, flight following, and Satcom solutions for rotorcraft fleet operators, will be showcasing the company’s complete product family including Latitude’s end-to-end IONode™ flight data management system at HAC 2014, the Helicopter Association of Canada’s 19th annual conference and trade show, November 7-9 in Montréal, at Booth... Read more
4-Nov-2014Source: Avinet
Avinet, software developers specialising in the safety and operational needs of the aviation industry, will be showcasing product Air Maestro at the 2014 Helicopter Association of Canada’s 19th Annual Convention and Tradeshow in Québec this week. During 7-9 November, Avinet will be at booth #206 providing product demonstrations to attendees, handing out promotional gear and... Read more
23-Oct-2014Source: HAC
Helicopter Association of Canada (HAC) 2016 Western Conference will take place November 10-14, 2016 at the Shaw Conference Centre. An estimated 700 attendees representing the Canadian helicopter industry will be in attendance at the first HAC meeting held in Edmonton. The conference represents an estimated economic impact of $350,000 for the Edmonton Region. A helicopter... Read more
29-Nov-2012Source: HAC
On November 5 2012 in Calgary, Jen Norie of VIH was re-elected to the HAC Board by acclamation. Only one Board position was up for re-election in Calgary. Congratulations, Jen! There were also some changes to the Officers of the HAC Board. Teri Northcott stepped-down as the Chair of the HAC Board after two... Read more
31-Jan-2011Source: HAC
On January 28, HAC delivered a second written submission to the the Minister of Transport Chuck Strahl, and requested a meeting to discuss the issue face-to-face. The Association continues to receive calls and emails from members who want to see the Canadian Ownership status of Alpine Helicopters resolved without delay. The January 28 letter is... Read more
23-Apr-2010Source: HAC
At the recent HAC Convention and Trade Show, outgoing committee chair Robert Gallagher and incoming chair Corey Taylor presented the final draft of the Land Seismic Industry Best Practices on schedule, standards that will now be put to the HAC board of directors for sector-wide adoption. Developed in conjunction with key oil and gas producer... Read more
27-May-2009Source: Vertical
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10-Mar-2009Source: Vertical
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