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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

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 all forms of vertical […]

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

We empower all staff to be leaders.

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, […]

VAI Leadership

François Lassale President & CEO Cade Clark Executive Vice President Sarah Arnold Chief of Staff and Corporate Secretary VAI Teams Member Services Teresa Barton Director, Membership Linda Jackson Membership & Data Coordinator Mashiyat Ahsan Research & Data Analyst Safety Chris Hill Senior Director, Safety Chris Andres Asst. Director, Safety Advocacy Legislative & Regional Advocacy Theresa […]

ROTOR Magazine Photo Contest – Helicopters/Drones at Work

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 – Grand Prize

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 […]

VAI Flight Report (VFR)

Welcome to our monthly report to VAI members. VAI Flight Report—or VFR—will update you on some of the work the VAI staff is doing on your behalf. It’s essential that we share with you the work we’re doing. Whether we’re addressing new or existing regulatory matters, advocating on your behalf for a strong and vibrant […]