ALEXANDRIA, Va. (Nov. 12, 2026) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI) extends its support and condolences to the family of Ed Bolen, National Business Aviation Association President and CEO, whose passing was announced Wednesday by the NBAA. A giant of aviation, Bolen retired earlier this month. 

“Ed leaves a legacy of friendship and a commitment to the aviation industry,” said VAI President and CEO Francois Lassale. “As an advocate for aviators, Ed was effective, visionary and universally regarded. His absence will loom large for our industry. We send our deepest condolences and thoughts to the Bolen family and friends as well as the NBAA family.”