Terry Palmer

Aviation Safety & Training Expert | Pilot (Airplane, Helicopter, UAS) | Speaker & Writer | Simulation Advocate | VAI Councils | Robotics Innovator

[Jennifer Homendy @JenniferHomendy]

I want to extend our sincere gratitude to @RepSamGraves and @RepRickLarsen for their leadership on #aviation #safety and for working with us on the ALERT Act.

For the first time in history, Congress is advancing legislation that comprehensively addresses all @NTSB recommendations issued following a major aviation disaster. This unprecedented, bipartisan commitment from both the Senate, led by @SenTedCruz and @SenatorCantwell, and the House underscores a shared determination to ensure such a tragedy never occurs again and to safeguard lives across the National Airspace System.

We stand ready to support @SenateCommerce, @commercedems, @TransportGOP, and @TransportDems as they deliberate on the ROTOR and ALERT Acts and work to deliver a final bill to the President for consideration.

On January 27, 2026, we adopted 50 safety recommendations which, once fully implemented, will save lives. To prevent another midair collision, it is imperative that the final legislation include the best of both bills and all 50 recommendations in their entirety.

As I have long emphasized, NTSB investigations represent only the first step toward progress. True safety change comes through the full implementation of our safety recommendations. Seventeen years after the Colgan accident, many remain unfulfilled—a reality that is simply unacceptable.

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

Check out my latest article: Closing the Gap Between Training and Real-World Operations https://t.co/mkBiOhaZ5k via @LinkedIn

[Jennifer Homendy @JenniferHomendy]

Tim is right. On February 11, we told House Members that if the bill does not fully implement our recommendations, we would prefer to work with the FAA, Army, DOD, and others to implement them. Why have an NTSB? Why wait for our recommendations if you are just going to move a bill that bears the marks of negotiation among interest groups rather than a real commitment to public and aviation safety?

We are urging the House to keep your commitment to the NTSB and to families and work with us to truly implement our recommendations.

“We conducted a year-long investigation, published over 19,000 pages of evidence in our public docket, and issued 74 findings and 50 recommendations aimed at preventing another tragedy and saving lives,” said Tim LeBaron, director of NTSB’s office of aviation safety. “Efforts to now water-down our evidence-based recommendations are counter to safety and dishonor the lives of 67 people who died on January 29, 2025.”

[Bell @BellFlight]

Bell is proud to be at #Verticon2026! Join us March 9-12 at booth #B4215 and learn how Bell keeps your mission ready with world-class support.

More Info: https://t.co/pUwnBUrZFa

[Airbus Helicopters @AirbusHeli]

Atlanta, here we come! 🚁 Join us at VERTICON 2026 (Booth B315) to see the H145, H160, and H125, along with our uncrewed aerial system, Flexrotor. See how we keep essential missions in motion! 👋 #VERTICON2026

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

Check out my latest article: Budget Decisions That Build Safer, Mission-Ready Helicopter Operations https://t.co/joxgiscwA4 via @LinkedIn

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

Robots to Rotorcraft Trailblazer.
From building robots for Disney & Universal to shaping simulator training in helicopter safety — what a journey!
Great conversation with @HalseySchider on The Helicopter Podcast.
🎧 https://t.co/nESNsxirNq
#Aviation #HelicopterPodcast

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

Check out my latest article: Why TOPS Matters: Elevating Safety, Trust, and Professionalism in Air Tour Operations https://t.co/YwjohZBRdK via @LinkedIn

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

Mission Ready: Lessons from 2025 Flood Response Operations..
Flood response operations around the world continue to test skill, coordination, and resilience.
https://t.co/oBEw9HAv69

[Collin Rugg @CollinRugg]

NEW: Runaway Zebra captured after a week on the run in Rutherford County, Tennessee.

His friends aren’t going to believe this.

Ed the Zebra was seen hanging from a helicopter before being delivered to his owner.

The Zebra’s owner said he only had him for a day when the Zebra escaped. Ed was seen at one point darting across traffic on Interstate 24.

Thanks to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Ed was eventually spotted and captured.

[SRT Helicopters @SrtHelicopters]

Real-World Training. Real-World Missions. At SRT Helicopters we train for what actually happens in the field. Our highly experienced instructors train real emergencies, real risks, and real stakes. Wildland fire, tactical insertions, hoist, NVG, SAR #MissionReady #Helicopter

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

We built Orion in NJ in 1975 to inspire & engage people with the future of tech. He toured shows across the US, Canada, Europe -even Disney & Universal got involved. In South Africa, Siemens sponsored him. Early robotics with a voice & a mission—decades before AI.

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

@elonmusk
In 1983, our robot Orion opened BEXA in Johannesburg—with a speech in Afrikaans. I was the voice behind the robot.
You were a teen in South Africa then…
Did you see Orion? Did it spark some of your interest in tech?
#ElonMusk #Robotics #Innovation #RobotHistory

[SheriLilley, CBRM @SheriLilleyCBRM]

Just like when building a house, start with a stable foundation. @SecDuffy understands that infrastructure must precede new capabilities. Let’s get this done quickly so we can ensure #SaferSkiesForAll

[SheriLilley, CBRM @SheriLilleyCBRM]

We will never stop pushing for reform on behalf of loved ones who were taken from us on Jan 29 and for *everyone* who sets foot on a plane #SaferSkiesForAll @famofflight5342

[Tim Lilley @SaferSkiesTim]

Today was emotional but necessary. @SheriLilleyCBRM and I attended the @SenateCommerce hearing to continue our fight for urgent change. I’m not just Sam’s dad—I’m also a pilot who knows this system. And I know it can be safer.@SenTedCruz @SenatorCantwell @JerryMoran @SenDuckworth

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

@foxandfriends @SteveDoocy I watched you most of the 30 years. Thank you for what you brought to us. I look forward to seeing your new adventures. Thank you for proudly introducing Peter to us. He is a great asset to Fox News and will continue the Doocy legacy. Enjoy your well earned family time!

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

Excellent course for #weather watchers from @KTBS and @NWSShreveport today at the IMAX @sciport Discovery Center. #weather

[Terry Palmer @Rotorsafety]

For The Army, The D.C. Crash Is The Latest In A Wave Of Troubling Accidents via @forbes https://t.co/wiFYuSVV4m @PeteHegseth #helicopter #training #safety

[Jonathan Turley @JonathanTurley]

With this pardon, Joe Biden shredded any residue of veracity and credibility as president. For years, he was repeatedly asked if he met any of his son's clients. He lied and denied it. He was repeatedly asked if he was aware of Hunter's foreign dealings. He repeatedly lied and denied it. He was asked if he would pardon his son. He repeatedly lied and denied it...