OneSpan’s MD 500D helicopter in its natural working environment.
Whether it’s utility construction, maintenance, or aerial inspections, @onespanpower operates a fleet of helicopters that can tackle some of the most complex projects safely.
Photographer @phxflyboy recently tagged along with the OneSpan team to capture them in action.
Stay tuned for a feature story in an upcoming issue of Vertical!
#OneSpan #AerialSupport #aviation #mdhelicopters #verticalmag
Alabama sunsets with the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk just hit different 🙌
If you haven’t had a chance to read the June/July issue of Vertical Magazine, you definitely want to flip to the story about @ace_aeronautics and their work offering nose-to-tail modernization of this iconic aircraft.
Better yet, watch the full-length video of our visit with Ace on our YouTube channel!
📸: @phxflyboy
#verticalmag #blackhawk #aceaeronautics #helicopter
Coming soon!!!: Multimedia content from the 2026 Blades of Valor Tour, promoting the public safety aviation units that go above and beyond. Hear the stories of courage, teamwork, leadership, and innovation from the teams setting the benchmark for service and safety.
The first podcast episode featuring the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office was released this morning — listen now for an inside look. Follow for exclusive videos, behind‑the‑scenes features, and profiles that inspire us all to raise the bar.
Blades of Valor 2026, Stop #2 at the Broward County Sheriff’s Department is complete, where precision flying, rapid response and unwavering service to protect communities every day.
From the hangar floor to missions in the air, this stop honored the aviation professionals who answer the call and keep South Florida safe.
Fun fact: Broward County is Florida’s second-most populous county—home to nearly 2 million residents and a major hub for aviation and maritime operations.
Stay tuned as the Blades of Valor Tour moves across the state in 2026—celebrating public safety aviation, teamwork, and the heroes behind the blades.
🚁🔥 The blades keep turning. 🔥🚁
Sneak peek of Stop #2 of the 2026 Blades of Valor Tour brings us to the Broward Sheriff’s Office—where precision flying, rapid response, and unwavering service protect communities every day.
From the hangar floor to missions in the air, this stop honors the aviation professionals who answer the call and keep South Florida safe.
Florida, the journey continues.
Stay tuned as the Blades of Valor Tour moves across the state in 2026—celebrating public safety aviation, teamwork, and the heroes behind the blades.
Part two of our special crossover episode!
Myself, Jon Gray from The Hangar Z Podcast, and Brent Bundy from Vertical Magazine continue our conversation with Ryan Weeks of MD Helicopters.
We dive deeper into MD’s vision for growth, strengthening operator relationships, and how leadership, mentorship, and community are driving the brand’s comeback.
Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.
#HelicopterPodcast #MDHelicopters #AviationInnovation #RotorcraftCommunity #AviationLeadership #HelicopterIndustry #AviationPodcast
Part 1 of a special crossover episode with Jon Gray from The Hangar Z Podcast and Brent Bundy from Vertical Magazine.
We chat with Ryan Weeks, President and CEO of MD Helicopters, as he shares how his passion for engineering took him from automotive design to leading one of aviation’s most iconic brands into a new era. We dive into MD’s refreshed lineup, supply-chain improvements, and the innovation behind the Super D20B and the legendary NOTAR system.
Tune in now to hear how MD Helicopters is shaping its next chapter. 🔗 in bio!
#HelicopterPodcast #MDHelicopters #HangarZPodcast #VerticalMagazine #AviationIndustry #Rotorcraft #AviationLeadership #NOTAR #HelicopterCommunity
If you didn’t get the chance to attend this year’s Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) in Utah, here’s a recap!
AMTC brought together dedicated individuals committed to enhancing the quality of emergency medical transport. From CEOs and program directors to aircraft manufacturers, nurses, paramedics, pilots, and more, the diversity of expertise was impressive.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this year’s conference a success!
🎥: @phxflyboy
#AMTC2024 #EmergencyMedicalTransport #HealthcareProfessionals #Networking #Aviation #MedicalTransport #SafetyFirst
Day 1 at this year’s Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, brought together emergency medical and critical care professionals from across the industry to share knowledge, discuss the latest trends, and tackle operational challenges in emergency medical transport.
Stop by the show this week to check it out, whether you’re a CEO, a pilot, or a medical professional.
Photos by @phxflyboy
#AMTC2024 #EmergencyMedicalTransport #HealthcareProfessionals #MedicalTransport #VerticalValor #VerticalMag
That’s a wrap on NBAA-BACE 2024 in Las Vegas!
This year’s event saw new innovations and big announcements, including the FAA’s regulatory framework for electric air taxis; planned production of Bombardier’s anticipated Global 8000 jet; and Textron Aviation’s next generation of Cessna Citation business jets.
With over 800 companies showcasing their latest aircraft and technologies, it was another successful event for business aviation.
🎥: @phxflyboy
#NBAA2024 #BusinessAviation #aviation #LasVegas #SkiesMag
Join us on location in Nashville with the Nashville Metro Police Aviation Unit!
In this Blades of Valor Road Tour episode, Hangar Z Podcast hosts Jon Gray and Jack Schonely take a flight with pilot Matt Harris and TFO Spencer Pittman in the unit’s brand-new Airbus H125 — and record a podcast airborne!
Featured in the Hangar Z Podcast episode is Sgt Nate Dungan, who talks about the unit’s evolution, mission capabilities, and community engagement.
From K9 collaborations to the impact of new aircraft, Sgt Dungan offers valuable insights from his extensive experience in law enforcement and the military.
Catch the full video on our YouTube channel, and listen to the Hangar Z Podcast episode with the Nashville Metro Police Aviation Unit on your favorite streaming platform!
#bladesofvalor #hangarzpodcast #verticalmagazine #aviation #helicopter #aviationlovers #nashvillemetropolice #aviationunit
A couple shots of an Agusta A109 operated by LifeFlight of Maine that I captured for an article in Vertical Magazine by @elanhead last year. Great piece by an amazing writer!
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#verticalmag #agustahelicopter #lifeflight #helicopter
