On the cover: Randy Rowles, president of Helicopter Institute in Fort Worth, Texas, surveys the city while at the controls of his company’s AS350 B2. The 2021–22 chairman of HAI, Rowles will lead the association as it navigates several challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and workforce shortages. Read more about Rowles and his plans for the coming year in the From the Board column on p. 6 and in a profile beginning on p. 24. Photographer: Mark Bennett Helicopter: AS350 B2 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Download PDF View Digital Issue The Return of Schweizer (ROTOR) – New manufacturer offers iconic aircraft and commitment to customer service, as Schweizer RSG stands up S300C/S300CBi production lines. Adding UAS to Your Helicopter Operation (ROTOR) – For the right mission, drones are a low-cost, safe, effective choice. Hear from operators and drone specialists about the lessons learned when adding UAS to their capabilities. How Do You Keep Your Training in Check? (ROTOR) – Following checklists regularly ensures that pilots will know the steps to follow when they need them most. Man vs. Mosquito (ROTOR) – Another case of helicopters saving lives (in this case, human, canine, and equine ones). Randy Rowles: Moving Forward (ROTOR) – Randy Rowles, a world-class flight instructor and aviation leader, steps up to guide HAI as its chairman for 2021–22. HAI Seats 2021–22 Board of Directors (ROTOR) – HAI's operator members elected two new directors to the association's board this past spring. Both directors and a new slate of officers took office on Jul. 1, 2021. How Do You Control FOD in Your Operation? (ROTOR) – Foreign object damage can endanger not only your aircraft but the safety of your employees and customers as well. HAI Aerial Firefighting Safety Conference Returns to In-Person Format (ROTOR) – The HAI Aerial Firefighting Safety Conference will return to Boise, Idaho, this Nov. 16–17. Seeing Aviation from All Sides (ROTOR) – HAI President and CEO James Viola was able to get out of the office and into the cockpit to visit some members. 5G Interference: A Helicopter Air Ambulance Perspective (ROTOR) – Rick Kenin of Boston MedFlight explains how the December 2021 rollout of 5G cellular networks will negatively affect helicopter air ambulance operations. Shawn Coyle (ROTOR) – Canadian veteran flies west; was renowned test pilot, instructor, author. Recent Accidents & Incidents (ROTOR) – Rotorcraft accidents and incidents occurring from Jan. 1 to Mar. 31, 2021. Out of Character (ROTOR) – Getting swept up in the moment during a flight lead to a very unpleasant surprise for these two experienced pilots. FlyOver: St. Petersburg, Florida (ROTOR) – Mark Bennett shares the view from an AS350 B2 flying over St. Petersburg, FL, flown by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Value of Membership (ROTOR) – HAI Chairman Randy Rowles explains why being an HAI member is a winning proposition, providing him with a robust support system. Vertical Aviation Technologies S-52L Hummingbird (ROTOR) – An S-52L Hummingbird is parked outside the Vertical Aviation Technology hangar at Orlando Sanford International Airport. Why Representation Matters (ROTOR) – If you aren't at the table, you're on the menu, so let's examine how HAI is working to limit 5G interference with radar altimeters. The Hottest Pic This Fire Season! (ROTOR) – This Sikorsky S-64E Skycrane has been outfitted for aerial firefighting by San Diego Gas & Electric. Bob Whitson (ROTOR) – Former HAI Excellence in Helicopter Maintenance Award recipient dies at 74. Seeing Clearly (ROTOR) – Don't take your vision for granted. There's no more valuable asset to an aviation professional. Flight Path: Faith Lorenz, helicopter mechanic (ROTOR) – ROTOR talks with Helicopters Inc. mechanic Faith Lorenz about the many opportunities in helicopter aviation.
