MARCH 2024 VOL. 36 NO. 4 PUBLISHER
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34 HILLSBORO HELI ACADEMY PHOTO FEATURES 34 Flight Schools Face Demand, Hurdles
in International Market Fleeing flight instructors and loads of red tape challenge trainers’ efforts
to help stanch the growing pilot shortage. By James T. McKenna
42 When My Tail Boom Left the Aircraft
How character, training, and life experiences helped me save six lives. By Tim Hunter with Christine Knauer
52 Building the Vertical Aviation Workforce
of Tomorrow Together, we must act to solve the shortage of pilots and maintenance
technicians. By Greg Brown and Allison McKay
55 HAI Salutes Excellence in Vertical Lift Honoring the best in vertical aviation.
73 Twelfth Annual Photo Contest Winners Take a moment to look at some great photography showcasing our industry.
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