Vertical Aviation International

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New York finalizes its drone framework in the state budget. VAI worked with partners to support Gov. Hochul’s proposal and help preserve exemptions for FAA-authorized UAS operations—protecting flexibility, affordability, & investment while avoiding conflicting state restrictions.

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That's a wrap on Day 2 of VAI's first international event, the Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference, in Bali. Thanks, everyone, for joining us. We'll see you for Day 3 tomorrow! 🚁🏝️

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VAI Weekly launches Wed., June 3!
This new weekly digital publication combines the best of VAI Daily + POWER UP into 1 streamlined source for member news, safety updates, advocacy, events, stories, photography, & more. Current VAI Daily subscribers will receive it automatically.

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🚁 VERTICON 2027 Call for Proposals is OPEN!
We're seeking innovative sessions on safety, leadership, maintenance, pilot skills, uncrewed ops & more. New course ideas encouraged!
📅 Deadline: June 12, 2026 https://t.co/5g87aPrCgO

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Keep your seat at the table. 👇
This is your industry and your association — and your membership keeps your voice in the conversation. Renew today to keep your benefits, connections, advocacy, and exclusive VERTICON discounts.
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VAI Leads Coalition Urging FAA Review of Slackline Hazards; Industry asks for improved obstruction marking, notification, and display following fatal Arizona accident. https://t.co/CCkBki1hOf #AviationSafety #VerticalAviation #FAA #HelicopterSafety

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🎟️VERTICON Lottery 1 is now open! Atlanta exhibitors can apply through June 26 at https://t.co/PGFcGS0AsN.
☝️Want better placement? Email [email protected] to explore custom options. Didn’t exhibit in Atlanta? Your entry will be included in Lottery 2 starting end of July.

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📊 FDM & HUMS: Is your safety data working for you?
Learn what to collect, where to find it & how to use the bowtie model for real impact.
💡 Smarter data = safer ops 🚁 Register: https://t.co/rxbTvPpxNR 🚨 BOGO: Bring a colleague FREE

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🚨 Promotion Extended! 🚨
🚁 Bring a colleague FREE to the 2026 VAI Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference.
Stay ahead on regs, safety, ops & more—without stretching your budget.
🤝 Two seats. One price. Register: https://t.co/rxbTvPpxNR

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Tomorrow (Apr. 24) is the last day to get two registrations for the price of one for the 2026 VAI Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference!
🤝 Two passes. One registration. Twice the value.
🚁 Secure your spot: https://t.co/rxbTvPpxNR

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👀Human Factors & Organisational Blind Spots
Experience the Gold Coast midair collision in VR at VAI’s Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference (May 27–29).
See hidden risks. Spot warning signs early.
Register now: https://t.co/rxbTvPpxNR 🚁 BOGO ends Apr. 24!

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Welcome to the newest member of Vertical Aviation International, Harden Logistics Consulting!
We’re beyond excited to have you as part of our amazing family.
Find out how you can become a member at: https://t.co/DUc6vtXH42

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Accident Survival, Terrain Awareness & Landing Site Selection
VAI’s Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference (May 27–29) tells how crews can improve survivability in emergency landings.
From planning to evacuation—prep is everything!
https://t.co/rxbTvPpxNR BOGO ends Apr. 24!

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Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference: OEM Commitment to Global Aviation Safety
Hear how leading helicopter OEMs support safety beyond design—through training, guidance & global collaboration to prevent accidents.
Register: https://t.co/rxbTvPpxNR BOGO offer ends Apr 24!

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The VAI Executive Team had a great time visiting GE. Thank you for the tour - we were able to get a glimpse of the history of the company, including the GE Aerospace Museum, and insight into some exciting innovations for the future. We can't wait for what's in store!

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That’s a wrap on FIDAE 2026 in Santiago, Chile. VAI was proud to participate, including a session on the future of vertical flight, and enjoyed connecting with our LATAM members. We look forward to seeing you again soon. As they say in Chile: esta experiencia fue muy bacán!

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🚁 And the tour continues!
VAI visited Rotor Technologies—testing their simulator and seeing the Airtruck up close—then JBI Helicopters for a deep dive into safety, services, and aerial expertise.
Always great connecting with the people driving our industry. More to come!

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👀 SE Asia operators—this is for you. Join regulators, operators & safety leaders to build safety cultures, collaborate across sectors, adapt SMS locally, & break silos. Reg by Apr 24: bring a colleague FREE https://t.co/rxbTvPpxNR

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One of the first stops on the VAI Northeast Member Tour: Boston MedFlight! It's always good to see familiar friendly faces. Thanks for showing us around your H145, guys!

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🚁 Big win for aviation in Washington!
VAI celebrates the repeal of the luxury aircraft tax (HB 2711), just before its April 1, 2026 start date.
Read more: https://t.co/DqTdrUaM6R