Rotorcraft
In Farewell, Zuccaro Calls Helo Industry One of Survivors, One in Transition
As he bid farewell as president and CEO of HAI, Matt Zuccaro touted what he sees as a bright future ahead for vertical lift.
Matt Zuccaro, who retired after 50 years in the industry and 15 at the helm of HAI, stressed the importance of commitment to safety and "land the damn helicopter," but is pleased by progress made thus far and is optimistic about the future opportunities in a transitioning industry.
Matt Zuccaro, who retired after 50 years in the industry and 15 at the helm of HAI, stressed the importance of commitment to safety and "land the damn helicopter," but is pleased by progress made thus far and is optimistic about the future opportunities in a transitioning industry.

Following a 50-plus-year career in the helicopter industry and 15 years at the helm of the Helicopter Association International (HAI), Matt Zuccaro has bid farewell, calling the rotorcraft market an industry of survivors and touting a bright future with opportunities and a transition ahead in vertical flight. Zuccaro last summer announced his plans to retire this year, and the new HAI president and CEO, former FAA safety official James Viola, stepped into his role in the weeks leading up to Heli-Expo.


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