The Southern California Rotorcraft Association (SoCal Rotors) invites helicopter pilots and student pilots to join us for a Helicopter Safety Seminar. When: Saturday, June 4, 2022 10:00 am Where: Robinson Helicopters Torrance Airport 2901 Airport Drive Torrance, CA 90505 A variety of topics, including navigating Los Angeles airspace, surviving a catastrophic malfunction and recovery from IIMC, …
Listen to our Board members Jim Paules and Steve Goldsworthy as they talk about the recent American Heroes Air Show. Hangar Z Podcast (Amazon) Hangar Z Podcast (Apple)
Please view and download the 2021 Fire Briefing information card here.
The latest edition of our PHPA Main Rotor newsletter is here! Enjoy! PHPA Main Rotor Spring/Summer 2021 Newsletter
A free online event is happening this week that brings together stakeholders in the Advanced Air Mobility space, including government, private industry, universities and entrepreneurs. For more information, check out the link below. The event is free but space is limited. Eventbrite: Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Research and Transition Collider Event
The Nature Conservancy has reached out again this year regarding helicopter operations over the Santa Clara River in Ventura County. Low altitude overflights have significant adverse affects on birds in the area. You can read more about this in the document below. Nature Conservancy: Santa Clara River Recommended Altitudes
PHPA Press Release September 15, 2020 Los Angeles, CA. The Professional Helicopter Pilots Association (PHPA) was established in the 1960’s in Southern California. Our mission has always been to advocate for the safe operation of helicopters in our region, education of helicopter pilots, and the promotion of our industry. We are a proud affiliate member …
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This video, released by CalFire, takes a look at the dangers of getting caught beneath an aerial fire retardant or water drop.
The current election cycle for 2020 has concluded. The following Board members were re-elected and their terms will extend until July 2022. Dave Andrews (seat 2)Jim Paules (seat 4)Jim Woodaman (seat 6)Steve Goldsworthy (seat 8)Bill Withycombe (seat 10) Congratulations, gentlemen! On behalf of the Board and the Membership, we thank you for your service to …
The latest edition of our PHPA Main Rotor newsletter is here! Topics include the return of Heli-Expo to Anaheim, the American Heroes Air Show, and much more. PHPA Main Rotor Spring/Summer 2020 Newsletter
