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September 2024 issue. The quarterly publication features industry news, expert insights, updates on VAI’s advocacy efforts, and more. Inspired by VAI’s tagline, “Powering Up,” the magazine underscores the association’s dedication to advancing vertical aviation through communication, advo- cacy, safety, education, and member support by empowering
VAI BRIEFS VAI Adopts New Bylaws
VAI HAS ADOPTED NEW BYLAWS TO ADDRESS the vertical flight industry’s rapid growth and diversifica- tion. These updates enhance VAI’s governance structure, ensuring that the association remains an effective industry advocate for years to come. “As the vertical aviation industry evolves, VAI’s gover-
nance structure must also adapt,” says Mark A. Schlaefli, VAI Board chair and owner of Dakota Rotors. “These bylaw changes strengthen our ability to represent a diverse and growing membership, future-proofing the association to support the vertical aviation community for decades.” The bylaws revisions focus on two main areas: member-
ship categories and the structure of VAI’s Board of Directors (BoD).
Updated Membership Categories VAI’s revamped membership categories reflect the growing
diversity of the vertical flight industry: ▪ Vertical Aircraft Operator Members: Includes commercial/private operators and government services providers, capturing a broad spectrum of mission types.
▪ Honorary Members: Recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry, including award winners, past chairs, and former VAI presidents and CEOs.
▪ Manufacturer and Supplier Members: Represents companies involved in building, supplying, or supporting vertical aviation, acknowledging their essential role.
▪ Individual Members: Includes pilots, mechanics/engi- neers, and other industry professionals, giving individuals a voice in the association.
Restructured Board of Directors VAI’s BoD will expand from 9 to 11 members to better repre-
sent all industry segments: ▪ Nine operator representatives: Three seats each for small, medium-sized, and large operators, based on fleet size.
▪ Two government services representatives: Reserved for those from government, military, and public-service sectors. “These updates ensure that VAI remains a responsive and
influential organization,” adds Schlaefli. The new governance model aims to enhance advocacy,
communications, education, and networking within the verti- cal aviation community. Board elections under the revised bylaws will be
announced at VAI’s Annual Membership Meeting and Breakfast on Mar. 11, 2025, at VERTICON, which will be held Mar. 10–13 (exhibits open Mar. 11–13) in Dallas, Texas.
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the people who come to work every day to make vertical flight happen. VAI’s e-newsletter, VAI Daily, formerly known as ROTOR
Daily, reaches more than 38,000 subscribers in 137 countries with both curated and original content, including industry and member news, VAI news, regulatory updates, safety tips, airworthiness directives, and much more. Each edition pro- vides essential information to industry professionals, helping them stay informed about critical aviation developments around the globe. Subscriptions to both POWER UP and VAI Daily are avail-
able at no cost. For more information and to subscribe, visit
verticalavi.org/subscribe. Businesses interested in adver- tising in either publication can find details at
verticalavi.org/ advertise-with-vai.
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