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SUMMARY:Advancing Rotorcraft Firefighting: Operational Lessons & Innovation Summit
DESCRIPTION:The SoCal Chapter of the Vertical Flight Society (VFS) and Vertical Aviation International (VAI) are proud to announce the “Advancing Rotorcraft Firefighting: Operational Lessons & Innovation Summit.” The event will be dedicated to advancing aerial firefighting capabilities in response to the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. This gathering will be hosted by Robinson Helicopter Company and will bring together key stakeholders from both the operational and technical communities\, fostering critical discussions on current firefighting strategies and the future of rotary- and vertical-lift aircraft in emergency response. \nThe event will provide an in-depth overview of the methods and technologies presently used in helicopter-based wildfire suppression\, offering invaluable insights to engineers\, researchers\, and aviation professionals. Additionally\, it will serve as a platform to facilitate an open dialogue on the next generation of aerial firefighting innovations\, exploring how advancements in aircraft design\, avionics\, autonomous systems\, and emerging VTOL technologies can enhance efficiency\, safety\, and effectiveness in combating wildfires. \nBy bridging the gap between operational experience and technical expertise\, this event aims to drive meaningful advancements in firefighting aviation\, ensuring that future technologies align with real-world operational needs. \n\nDate: April 5\, 2025\nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM\nLocation: 2931 Airport Dr.\, Torrance\, CA 90505\nSpeakers:\n\nDavid Smith President and CEO Robinson Helicopter Company\nMichael Sagely Senior Pilot Los Angeles County Fire Department\nDan Child – Chief Pilot LAFD\nCody Hamann – Rescue Pilot – Orange County Fire Authority\nRoger Douglass – Pilot – Coulson Aviation\nWarren Curry – VP of Sales – Skyryse\nAngelo Collins – Executive Director of Vertical Flight Society\nChuck Street – Western Region Representative Vertical Aviation International\n\n\nProgram:\n\n10 AM: Check-in & Networking\n10:30 AM: Welcome Address (RHC\, VAI\, VFS)\n11 AM: Session 1 – Operational Challenges & Pilot Q&A\n12 PM: Lunch & Networking\n1 PM: Session 2 – Technology Development\n2 PM: Event Close\n\n\n\nPlease register by Wednesday\, April 2nd. Tickets after April 2nd will be available for $30.
URL:https://socal.vtol.org/event/advancing-rotorcraft-firefighting-operational-lessons-innovation-summit/
LOCATION:Private: Robinson Helicopter Company\, 2931 Airport Dr.\, Torrance\, CA\, 90505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:SoCal Summer Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The VFS SoCal Chapter will host it’s first SoCal Summer Seminar on “Rotorcraft Flight Control Technology Advancements and Future Challenges” by Dr. Mark Tischler\, Retd. US Army Sr. Technologist and Sr. Scientist\, and founder of Tischler Aeronautics\, at the Western Museum of Flight\, Torrance Airport on Thursday\, August 15 at 6pm. Dinner will be served\, and the museum will be open for all attendees. Come learn about the future of rotorcraft flight controls\, the SoCal chapter\, and see some exciting aircraft at the museum!  \n \nIn his lecture “Rotorcraft flight control technology advancements and future challenges (an update)\,” Dr. Tischler first summarizes the key flight control design drivers that distinguish rotorcraft from their fixed-wing counterparts. The second part of his presentation review the key advancements in flight control technology over the past 50 years. Dr. Tischler researched the literature extensively to ensure that his presentation would cover both the activities of Army and their research partners as well the contributions of the many other research organization world-wide that together have affected a “sea change” in how flight control systems for rotorcraft are developed. In the next part of his lecture\, Dr. Tischler considers the flight control challenges for future rotorcraft concepts\, including the Army’s Future Vertical Lift\, autonomous air systems (UAS) based on existing piloted rotorcraft\, and eVTOL multicopter configurations (often referred to as drones in the popular media) for package delivery and air taxi (UAM — Urban Air Mobility). This updated section shows how the flight control technologies of the past 50 years are applied to address the challenges of these new configurations – and includes the most recent research accomplishments. Finally\, Dr. Tischler presents his own personal thoughts on some keys to flight control research advancements and some broader thoughts on lessons learned as a career-long flight control engineer and senior technologist. Key messages of this last section are the importance of collaboration\, technology transfer\, and mentors throughout one’s career. \nTICKETS SOLD OUT CONTACT US IF YOU STILL WANT TO ATTEND. Please contact us at events@socal.vtol.org if you run into issues with tickets or have any questions!
URL:https://socal.vtol.org/event/socal-summer-seminar/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:Networking Evening\, Panel Session: How Did I Get Here?
DESCRIPTION:Student VFS-Members entry is FREE. If you are already a VFS Student Member\, please submit a ticket request: STUDENT VFS MEMBER TICKET REQUEST \nBecome a member of VFS today here for more free or discounted tickets! \nIf you have issues with purchasing tickets\, please contact us at events@socal.vtol.org
URL:https://socal.vtol.org/event/uci-panel-tickets/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240327T173000
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SUMMARY:Meeting at M4 Engineering Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Join us to meet and learn more about the SoCal company\, M4 Engineering Inc. \nThis is a VFS members only event (corporate memberships applicable). If you are not yet a member of VFS\, register here: Become a VFS Member \nRSVP Below! \n \nLoading…
URL:https://socal.vtol.org/event/meeting-at-m4/
LOCATION:M4 Engineering Inc.\, 1655 E 28th St\, Signal Hill\, CA\, 90755\, United States
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SUMMARY:INFORMAL SOCIAL OUTING
DESCRIPTION:Join the VFS SoCal Community at LBX The Hangar for an informal social gathering. Take a chance to meet members of the community and have some casual conversations. Hope to see you there on February 21st at 6:30 pm! RSVP Below! \n\n \nLoading…
URL:https://socal.vtol.org/event/feb-outing/
LOCATION:LBX The Hangar\, 4150 McGowen St.\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90808\, United States
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