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We are Vertical Aviation International.

Together, we will fuel the growth of the vertical aviation industry so communities around the world are strengthened by the power of vertical flight.

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VERTICON 2025

Interaction at HELI-EXPO 2023.

Do not miss the biggest vertical aviation event of the year: VERTICON 2025 in Dallas March 10–13, with exhibits open March 11–13.

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Safety

From Safety Management Systems (SMSs) to other critical safety resources, VAI is elevating safety throughout the global vertical aviation community.

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Advocacy

Classic columns of the Victorian Parliament building in Melbourne, Australia.

VAI represents vertical aviation before legislators and regulators around the world, securing a stronger future for our industry.

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The Leading Member Organization in Vertical Flight 

For more than 75 years, we’ve been the global leader in advocating for the vertical flight industry and the unique benefits it offers communities. We’re the leading voice in promoting safety, professionalism, innovation, and the industry’s economic viability. Today, VAI is evolving and expanding, just as our industry is exploring new territories in vertical mobility. The vertical aviation fleet is becoming more diverse, and VAI is committed to representing all the people and organizations that build, fly, fix, operate, and supply those aircraft.

Our purpose is to fuel the growth of the vertical aviation industry through connection, advocacy, safety, education, and support for businesses and individuals. Together, we will strengthen communities worldwide and unlock the unlimited potential and power of up.

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Exclusive Member Benefits

Support for Small Businesses

Take advantage of benefits specially designed for small-business members and get access to a small-business advisory council to tackle challenges and provide support.

Exclusive Discounts 

Stock up on savings with member-only and company-exclusive discounts to events like VERTICON, safety and education programs, and other resources.

VA Online Academy 

Sharpen your skills and get year-round training, designed especially for vertical aviation professionals, from industry leaders and experts. 

SMS for Your Business 

Get exclusive savings on SMS options designed to scale to your operation. Identify and resolve potentially dangerous and costly safety risks that threaten your business.

Access to Experts 

Whether you need legislative, regulatory, technical, or safety support, or answers to questions and concerns, VAI members get direct access to our staff of experts.

And More! 

With more than 35 member benefits, expert support, industry-leading resources, and deep discounts that add up, VAI is here for the vertical aviation community every step of the way.

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“I would highly recommend to anybody in this industry to join VAI. The benefits from networking, the events and trade shows, the education opportunities, and the political lobbying—there isn’t a better organization to join.”
Ronnie Ries
VP of Marketing, GPMS International
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“Join VAI and be with your people. You’ll meet people who have lived the same problems and have solutions that you haven’t even considered. ”
Jessie Bailey
President, North American Helicopter 

Our Impact at a Glance

From adding value to your membership to shaping the future of vertical mobility, VAI is constantly taking the industry to new heights.

New ORRA Program

helps members manage operational risk and resilience matched to size and type of operation

$3 Million

saved by VAI members on registration, education, and exhibit fees at HAI HELI-EXPO 2023 in Atlanta

92%

Adoption Rate for VAI-endorsed amendments to the FAA reauthorization bill in the US House of Representatives

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joins the Rotor Pathway Program, VAI’s innovative project that prepares high school students for vertical aviation careers

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VAI Community Video

Photographer and videographer Mark Bennett shot this video of a K-Max and an AS350 helicopter, both operated by Rainier Heli International, conducting hydroseeding operations in West Virginia.

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