PEOPLE AND PARTNERSHIPS Operations Manager Ray Schumacher, Chief Instructor
Brandon Hutchins and Director of Training Scott Steele.
With a hardworking team of 25 people and 23 helicopters at its disposal, Rowles is quick to point out that none of the company’s business success or growth could occur without the dedication of its people and the strength of its industry-wide partnerships.
The company considers its instructor pool to be experts in their field at delivering unparalleled quality to each and every pilot trained. Additionally, the company’s instructional expertise has been recognized by Helicopter Association International (HAI), as three Helicopter Institute instructors are recipients of the prestigious W.A. “Dub” Blessing Flight Instructor of the Year Award.
“I can’t mention all the partners who contribute to the success of the Helicopter Institute because there are many. It’s really about the relationships we have in the industry, and we appreciate each and every one,” said Rowles. “If you need an example, I can point
to Aero Dynamix, a leader in NVG cockpit solutions. Aero Dynamix has helped us grow our night vision goggle training business by providing NVG modifications to many of our helicopters with high- quality cockpits, which are ready to go right to work with very low maintenance.”
Speaking of maintenance, none of this flight training occurs without a solid maintenance program in place to keep the rotors turning across the fleet. Helicopter Institute employs dedicated in-house maintenance staff to maintain its fleet. Each mechanic holds FAA-issued Airframe and Powerplant certificates, all working side- by-side with the director of maintenance Austin Rowles. Some of the mechanics also hold pilot certificates with helicopter ratings, and the company supports each staff member to continue their aviation education.
Chief Instructor Brandon Hutchins and Lead Short Course Instructor Jordi Shipman.
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