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HAI Mission: To provide its members in more than 70 nations with services that directly benefit their operations, and to advance the international helicopter community by providing programs that enhance safety, encourage professionalism and economic viability while promoting the unique contributions vertical flight offers society. It holds an annual conference in February.
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed—with bipartisan support—a sweeping bill that reauthorizes the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and addresses ...
In response to the US National Park Service’s (NPS) severe curtailment of air tours over national park lands, Helicopter Association International (HAI) is calling on its members...
The Helicopter Association International is warning that the 5G wireless services rollout on Jan. 19 could result in rotorcraft groundings due to interference with aircraft radio...
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Helicopter Association International (HAI) is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Frank Robinson, founder of Robinson Helicopter Company. Born in 1930, Frank passed away...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) and European Helicopter Association (EHA) are pleased to announce the latest advancement in the partnership between the two VTOL organizations...
The rotorcraft community demonstrated an eagerness to put the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting social and business disruptions behind them. The four-day HAI HELI-EXPO 2022, produced...
HAI joined leaders of aviation and petroleum groups in committing to an initiative laying out a clear plan to transition piston-engine aircraft to lead-free aviation fuels by ...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announces a partnership with Longhorn Helicopters that, for the first time, will bring charter helicopter flights to the association...
El Aero Services, a northern Nevada–based helicopter operator, is the first member to join Helicopter Association International's SMS Program. Last fall, HAI introduced the safety...
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...
United States Coast Guard Lt. Commander Travis Christy, an MH-60 aircraft commander, is the Helicopter Association International Salute to Excellence Pilot of the Year Award. ...
Dwayne Williams is the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by Bell and presented by Helicopter Association International (HAI) during HAI...
The nation’s helicopter fleet, including airborne law enforcement and air ambulance services, faces the imminent likelihood of being grounded next week when Verizon Communications...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Panther Helicopters mechanic Jeffrey Donnell as the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Maintenance Award. ...
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...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Helicopter Life Editor Georgina Hunter-Jones as the recipient of the Salute to Excellence Communications Award...
Alexandria, Virginia (January 10, 2022) – Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce US Coast Guard Avionics Electrical Technician Second Class Andrew Champagne...
Alexandria, Va. (November 17, 2021) – Helicopter Association International and Swiss-based aviation software and training provider NGFT Solutions are pleased to announce the soft...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) deeply regrets to announce the passing of Harold “Hal” Summers, director of flight operations for HAI for nearly 18 years and a fixture...
While the FAA does not currently require SMS programs for all operators, HAI and the NTSB have recommended that helicopter operators develop and adopt a safety reporting system...
Alexandria, Va. (Aug. 10, 2021) – Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to congratulate the Honorable Jennifer Homendy on her confirmation Monday as chair of the...
Alexandria, Va. (June 7, 2021) – HAI is pleased to announce that it is now accepting nominations for its annual Salute to Excellence Awards program. These awards recognize superior...
International rotorcraft safety organizations, regional safety teams, and other global safety stakeholders announced the establishment of the Vertical Aviation Safety Team (VAST...
The US Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) and Helicopter Association International (HAI) are pleased to announce that the final phase of the USHST’s “56 Seconds to Live” Unintended...
Are you a rotorcraft professional with experience in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) who is interested in giving back to the community? The Board of Directors for Helicopter Association...
Helicopter Association Interplanetary (HAI) is thrilled to acknowledge the first successful flight of the Mars Helicopter, the first powered, controlled flight of any aircraft...
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) met April 6 to select the items for the agency’s 2021–2022 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements. Two of the 10...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announces that the organization’s members elected two new members to the HAI Board of Directors on Monday, Mar. 22, 2021. Both new members...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) appreciates and supports the work of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) for their March 23 hearing to ensure the safety...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announced Michael Hynes, a 65-year veteran of the aviation industry, as the 2021 recipient of the association’s Lifetime Achievement...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announced 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...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announced the University of Maryland UAS Test Site Team, led by director Matt Scassero, and University of Maryland Medical Center’s ...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce life-long maintenance professional David Fox is the 2021 recipient of the association’s Maintenance Excellence...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announced the California National Guard 40th Combat Aviation Brigade CH-47 and UH-60 Blackhawk Crews are the 2021 recipients of the ...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announced John Cooper, the safety and training officer for the Columbus Division of Police in Columbus, Ohio, is the 2021 recipient ...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announces Nobuyuki Kosuge, assistant chief flight instructor at Helistream in Costa Mesa, California, is the 2021 recipient of the association...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announced that rotorcraft industry professional Neo Aik Sia, is the 2021 recipient of the association’s Safety Award. The award, sponsored...
Alexandria, Virginia (March 1, 2021) – Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce Jeanette Eaton, vice president of commercial strategy and business development...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) began over 70 years ago as a group to promote and advocate for the helicopter industry. While HAI maintains that role today, the association...
Alexandria, Va. (February 9, 2021) – The staff of Helicopter Association International (HAI) followed the findings and recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board...
The U.S. Senate voted 86-13 to confirm Peter Buttigieg’s nomination to be the next Secretary of Transportation. Helicopter Association International (HAI) congratulates Secretary...
Alexandria, Va. (Jan. 20, 2021) – Responding to an increasing number of voices from across the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) industry, Helicopter Association International...
Alexandria, Va. (Jan. 14, 2021) – Helicopter Association International (HAI) remains committed to supporting the vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) industry by holding an in-...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announced the winners of the 2021 ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest. Now in its ninth year, the contest encourages photographers from around...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) welcomes passage of a $900 billion pandemic aid package that would provide relief to the aviation industry. Legislators attached the...
HAI HELI-EXPO 2021 is just four months away, and the HAI staff is deep into preparations to ensure attendees and exhibitors have a safe, healthy, and successful show. The world...
Alexandria, Va. (November 05, 2020) – There’s still time to sign up for the annual Aerial Firefighting Conference sponsored by Helicopter Association International (HAI). This...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) is extending the deadline to submit nominations for the annual Salute to Excellence awards that recognize superior achievement across...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) is announces the hiring of Michael J. Hertzendorf (US Army, Ret.) as vice president of operations.Hertzendorf will oversee HAI’s work...
HAI HELI-EXPO 2021 in New Orleans is still about seven months away, but that doesn't mean that preparations for the world's largest civil helicopter show and exhibition are lagging...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) sincerely regrets the passing of industry stalwart and past chairman of the Board of Directors James O. Wisecup. Service information...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) introduces HAI’s COVID Clean Program, a project designed to help HAI members share their efforts to protect their customers and employees...
Like many others in the rotorcraft industry, staff members from Helicopter Association International (HAI) viewed the May 19, 2020, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)...
Robert M. Volmer has joined HAI as the vice president of marketing communications. In this role, Rob will oversee branding, messaging, research, technology and media for the association...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) extends its deepest appreciation to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for approving Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR...
Late on Tuesday afternoon, April 21, the US Senate unanimously approved a nearly $500 billion interim relief bill aimed at replenishing program funding established under the $...
William H. “Bill” Wells Jr., president and owner of Cascade Helicopters in Cashmere, Washington, died on Apr. 15, 2020, at the age of 86. Bill was born on Feb. 25, 1934, in Seattle...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) can now provide updates to a Mar. 29, HAI press release about airmen medical certificates and an FAA announcement regarding waivers ...
If you are a pilot or aircrewmen whose medical certificate will expire between Mar. 31 and Jun. 30, the FAA has announced that it is waiving enforcement actions against you if...
During HAI HELI-EXPO 2020 in Anaheim in January, Matt was honored with the FAA’s Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award, recognizing his 50 years of professionalism and skill as a...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to congratulate Tim Obitts as the incoming President and CEO of the National Air Transportation Association (NATA).In replacing...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) has drawn the curtains on HAI HELI-EXPO 2020 in Anaheim, and this year’s show was packed with business deals, new technology, and safety...
Helicopter Association International’s (HAI) members elected four members to the HAI Board of Directors on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at HAI HELI-EXPO 2020. Three individuals are joining...
Helicopter Association International expresses our deepest sympathies to the families, friends, and coworkers of those lost in today’s crash. HAI’s official policy is to refrain...
Helicopter Foundation International (HFI), HAI’s charitable arm, is undergoing a name change that more closely identifies the nonprofit organization’s role in supporting HAI missions...
My tenure as president and CEO of HAI has been the highlight of my working life. Leading this association offered me the opportunity to pay back the industry that has provided...
The Board of Directors of Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to name James A. Viola as the organization's next president and CEO effective Jan. 16, 2020. Viola...
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...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announces that Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) Ambulance Service is the 2020 recipient of the Salute to Excellence Golden Hour Award...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce that Corey Brekke, maintenance manager in Afghanistan for Columbia Helicopters, is the 2020 recipient of the ...
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 ...
The perceived threat of commuter, charter and tourism helicopter flights that forms the rationale behind the Proposal relies on data that had to reach back decades to gather.
Helicopter Association International announces that it is still seeking highly-qualified individuals to submit their application for the position of president and CEO of the member...
Helicopter Association International (HAI) announces that it is seeking highly qualified individuals to apply for the position of president and CEO of the member-based organization...
The program provides rotor-specific aviation classes to high school students by teaming up with industry, high schools, post-secondary schools and other stakeholders.
This partnership stems from both organizations’ shared goal of solving the shortage of qualified aviation professionals and offers HAI members a new, dynamic tool to promote their...
Strengthening its advocacy efforts and building on its track record of legislative wins for the helicopter industry, Helicopter Association International (HAI) has hired John ...
The Board of Directors for Helicopter Association International (HAI) announce the impending retirement of Matthew Zuccaro, president and CEO, effective June 30, 2020.
HAI will provide unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) training to HAI members around the world. HAI members will receive a 15 percent discount on their courses when accessed through...
HAI is currently developing the education programs for HAI HELI-EXPO 2020 in Anaheim, CA. We are seeking proposals for Professional Education courses and Rotor Safety Challenge...
HAI continues to advocate for the adoption of higher standards by our industry as an expression of our social and moral responsibility to the public, our customers and passengers...