Home / Safety / Free Resources Available Industrywide Free Resources Available Industrywide These resources are available to anyone in the vertical aviation industry. Power Up Safety Resources A broad suite of free and discounted tools, training, and certifications from top-tier industry partners to help vertical aviation businesses of any size attain the highest standards of safety. More Safety Resources / Electronic News Gathering (ENG) Safety Manual HAI’s ENG Committee developed this guide in 2009 in consultation with industry experts, the FAA, and the NTSB to assist pilots, reporters, and others involved in ENG (archived safety resource). Utilities, Patrol & Construction (UPAC) Safety Guide HAI’s UPAC Working Group developed this guide in 2020 to provide information and recommendations regarding utility patrol and inspection, power line construction and maintenance operations, and selecting qualified contractors. VAI Framework for Safety Guidebook Download this safety engagement guide to help you better manage risks in real time. Intended for operators, owners, students, pilots, and mechanics in all sizes of operations and able to scale with you as your operation matures. Global Aviation Safety Reports View aviation safety reports and analyses from various reporting authorities. Land & LIVE Human life and safety are more important than your mission. When you choose to Land & LIVE, you’re helping to ensure not only your life but the lives of others. Spotlight on Safety (SOS) At VAI, safety is a key initiative. SOS videos, posters, and articles feature tips and stories from VAI members and staff, making it easy to stay informed and safe. VFR Best Practices Recommended standards for maintaining helicopter flight safety under visual flight rules, a paper published in Sep. 2021 by the HAI Training Working Group. HAI Estimating Distance A training reference guide for aircrews published by the HAI Training Working Group in Sep. 2021. Decision-Making and IIMC A training reference guide for aircrews published by the HAI Training Working Group in Sep. 2021. Member-exclusive safety resources Become a Member VAI members have exclusive access to a large and growing slate of programs and discounts to help power up their careers and companies, including educational resources, safety programs, small business support, and networking opportunities as well as access to VAI’s staff of technical, legislative, and regulatory experts. Join VAI
