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ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest – Helicopter/Drone Digitally Enhanced Photos

In a year when we had to change so much, some things didn’t change at all. It turns out that ROTOR readers still like photos of helicopters, and so we ran the ninth annual ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest. All but one of our winning photos captured the drama that is part of aviation. You’ll see […]

ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest – People and Their Helicopters/Drones

In a year when we had to change so much, some things didn’t change at all. It turns out that ROTOR readers still like photos of helicopters, and so we ran the ninth annual ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest. All but one of our winning photos captured the drama that is part of aviation. You’ll see […]

ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest – Helicopters/Drones in the Military

In a year when we had to change so much, some things didn’t change at all. It turns out that ROTOR readers still like photos of helicopters, and so we ran the ninth annual ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest. All but one of our winning photos captured the drama that is part of aviation. You’ll see […]

Continuing Education

Fly into a World Where Education Meets Innovation  Our educational offerings cater to all experience levels, from newcomers to seasoned professionals. Each program is designed with precision, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and relevance while reflecting our core values of Trust, Passion, and Innovation. Verticon (formerly Heli-Expo) Workshops and Seminars   Led by Industry Experts  Our Verticon workshops […]

Advocacy Initiative

At VAI, we champion policies and advocate for regulations that support the growth and safety of the vertical flight industry.

Salute to Excellence 2026

2026 Nominations Are Closed! Celebrating the highest standards of professionalism in vertical aviation Within vertical aviation, there are pilots, mechanics/engineers, safety professionals, and many others who go above and beyond to pursue professional excellence. Their dedication is an inspiration to us all. The Vertical Aviation International (VAI) Salute to Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievement in […]

UAS Working Group Industry Standards

The HAI UAS working group is dedicated to providing knowledge and intelligence which will help all stakeholders understand this industry niche, and to facilitate the safe and efficient integration of UAS into the national airspace system. UAS Working Group Resources UAS Working Group Goals

Careers at VAI

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International Partnership Program

The VAI International Partnership Program (IPP) enhances safety and cooperation across the worldwide vertical aviation community. This program benefits the entire vertical flight industry by promoting common safety and operational standards and best practices and by facilitating a collaborative approach to building and sustaining the global industry. The program was launched on Jun. 30, 2020, […]