Home / Search VAI Search VAI Results for”” VAI Scholarships HomeVertical Aviation Career PathwaysVAI Scholarships 2026 Scholarship Program Is Open! VAI offers scholarships in aviation maintenance, commercial helicopter pilot ratings, and pilot safety to help vertical aviation pilots and mechanics/engineers continue their education and training. VAI’s annual scholarship program is a VAI benefit exclusively for VAI members. The 2026 scholarship program is now open and runs through Nov. 14. Descriptions […] VTOL Advocate – July 7, 2025 HomeVTOL Advocate – July 7, 2025VTOL Advocate – July 7, 2025 In this issue: Congress passed a $12.5 billion funding bill for air traffic control modernization; Utah and Texas continue building education pathways for the future vertical aviation workforce; VAI Western US Regional Representative Chuck Street reports on his activities; and the challenges and opportunities surrounding advanced air mobility (AAM) in Chile, and the country’s potential […] July 3 – VAI Applauds Congressional Passage of $12.5 Billion for ATC Modernization HomeJuly 3 – VAI Applauds Congressional Passage of $12.5 Billion for ATC ModernizationJuly 3 – VAI Applauds Congressional Passage of $12.5 Billion for ATC Modernization The investment is a critical down payment on strengthening airspace safety. RobynEagles Membership 16×9 FINAL HomeRobynEagles Membership 16×9 FINALRobynEagles Membership 16×9 FINAL VAI Webinars: UAS, BVLOS, and the Next Chapter in Vertical Aviation HomeVAI Webinars: UAS, BVLOS, and the Next Chapter in Vertical AviationVAI Webinars: UAS, BVLOS, and the Next Chapter in Vertical Aviation VAI Webinar: UAS, BVLOS, and the Next Chapter of Vertical Aviation HomeVAI WebinarsVAI Webinar: UAS, BVLOS, and the Next Chapter of Vertical Aviation In anticipation of Part 108, an FAA regulation that will standardize beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations, VAI brought together top commercial drone operators at our Jun. 26, 2025, webinar to talk about how the new rule will affect the world of vertical flight. Our expert panel explained how we can safely integrate into […] VAI Flight Report (June 2025) – The View from 10,000 Feet HomeVAI Flight Report (June 2025) – The View from 10,000 FeetVAI Flight Report (June 2025) – The View from 10,000 Feet June 25, 2025 – VAI Applauds Senate Commerce Committee Approval of Bryan Bedford to Lead FAA HomeJune 25, 2025 – VAI Applauds Senate Commerce Committee Approval of Bryan Bedford to Lead FAAJune 25, 2025 – VAI Applauds Senate Commerce Committee Approval of Bryan Bedford to Lead FAA VAI congratulates Bryan Bedford on his approval by the US Senate Commerce Committee to serve as the next FAA administrator and calls on the full Senate to confirm without delay to ensure ongoing modernization, innovation. VTOL Advocate – Jun. 23, 2025 HomeVTOL Advocate – Jun. 23, 2025VTOL Advocate – Jun. 23, 2025 In this issue: President Trump issued an executive order aimed at streamlining federal wildland fire governance and enhancing wildfire prevention and response; VAI Northeastern US Regional Representative Josh Rousseau reports on his activities, including successful efforts to defeat New York State legislation to impose a “noise tax” on helicopter operations and successful efforts to amend […] Join VAI HomeMembershipJoin VAI Join the Leading Vertical Aviation Organization VAI membership is for all those who operate, build, fly, fix, supply, or support the diverse and expanding fleet of vertical-capable aircraft worldwide. Join VAI for exclusive Member Benefits including access to member content, advocacy resources, training courses, safety accreditation programs, and more. Need more information? Just contact us! […] 12345…102030…Next »Last »