Recognizing excellence

Airbus Helicopters North America has developed numerous awards honoring the achievements of pilots, maintenance technicians and air medical crews with the company’s rotorcraft.

Each is tailored to candidates’ field of expertise, with tiered levels to commemorate professional milestones with Airbus Helicopters rotorcraft.

Operator award programs

Commercial operator awards

The Commercial Operator Award from Airbus Helicopters North America recognizes outstanding operators who demonstrate excellence in safety, innovation, and operational performance. This prestigious award highlights the achievements of commercial helicopter operators who set the standard in the industry, driving progress and promoting best practices across the aviation sector.

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U.S. Coast Guard awards

In line with Airbus Helicopters in the U.S. commitment to fostering excellence in both those who fly and support its rotorcraft, the company has created two awards to recognize outstanding achievements in U.S. Coast Guard operations.

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Lakota awards

The UH-72 Lakota is deployed daily by the U.S. Army and U.S. Army National Guard for a variety of missions. To promote excellence among the crews operating and maintaining these versatile helicopters, Airbus Helicopters in the United States has established several prestigious awards.

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How to enter the program?

The Award criteria documents outline the specific requirements and standards that must be met to qualify for the program.

Commercial operator

Award criteria overview

U.S. Coast Guard

Award criteria overview

Lakota

Award criteria overview

Award criteria overview

Award criteria overview

Award criteria overview

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