Michael Benton
@tri2hover.bsky.social
Highlands Ranch | Colorado 🏔️
Sunriver | Oregon 🌲
HEMS/HAA Helicopter Pilot 🚁
Army Veteran 🇺🇸
📷 Fuji X / Pixel
🔗 www.linkedIn.com/in/MichaelDBenton
President & CEO, VyClimb Consulting LLC
🦋 @VyClimb.com 🌎 www.VyClimb.com
Sunriver | Oregon 🌲
HEMS/HAA Helicopter Pilot 🚁
Army Veteran 🇺🇸
📷 Fuji X / Pixel
🔗 www.linkedIn.com/in/MichaelDBenton
President & CEO, VyClimb Consulting LLC
🦋 @VyClimb.com 🌎 www.VyClimb.com
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Michael Benton
@tri2hover.bsky.social
· Nov 30
Hello Bluesky... Happy to be here!
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📍Gateway Arch in St. Louis, MO
📷 @tri2hover.bsky.social
#MBPhoto #photography #gatewayarch #stlouis
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📍Gateway Arch in St. Louis, MO
📷 @tri2hover.bsky.social
#MBPhoto #photography #gatewayarch #stlouis
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We are excited to be in Boise for the VAI Aerial Work Safety Conference this week. Happy to see a nearly full room listening to VAI staff speak about the importance of safety in aviation.
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#helicopter #UPAC #firefighting #AerialWork #aviation #safety #VAI
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#helicopter #UPAC #firefighting #AerialWork #aviation #safety #VAI
December 8, 2025 at 8:33 PM
We are excited to be in Boise for the VAI Aerial Work Safety Conference this week. Happy to see a nearly full room listening to VAI staff speak about the importance of safety in aviation.
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#helicopter #UPAC #firefighting #AerialWork #aviation #safety #VAI
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#helicopter #UPAC #firefighting #AerialWork #aviation #safety #VAI
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So, who should be part of your own "Go-Team" and who should request party status?
Another from our "After the Accident" series of accident investigation best practices.
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Read more on our blog archives:
#HEMS #safety #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #AirMedical #HAA #AMT #aviation
Another from our "After the Accident" series of accident investigation best practices.
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Read more on our blog archives:
#HEMS #safety #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #AirMedical #HAA #AMT #aviation
After the Accident: Operator Go-Teams — VyClimb Consulting
Who should be a part of your go-team and who should request party status? First and foremost, anyone that participates in the investigation process must have organizational experience and be able to c...
www.vyclimb.com
December 7, 2025 at 12:50 PM
So, who should be part of your own "Go-Team" and who should request party status?
Another from our "After the Accident" series of accident investigation best practices.
🚁 ✈️ 🦺
Read more on our blog archives:
#HEMS #safety #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #AirMedical #HAA #AMT #aviation
Another from our "After the Accident" series of accident investigation best practices.
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Read more on our blog archives:
#HEMS #safety #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #AirMedical #HAA #AMT #aviation
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The final ascent 🏔️
🆚 Inter Miami CF
⏰ 11:30 AM PT
🖥️ AppleTV & TSN
📻 730 CKNW | CKNW.com
#VWFC | #OwnTheSummit
🆚 Inter Miami CF
⏰ 11:30 AM PT
🖥️ AppleTV & TSN
📻 730 CKNW | CKNW.com
#VWFC | #OwnTheSummit
December 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM
The final ascent 🏔️
🆚 Inter Miami CF
⏰ 11:30 AM PT
🖥️ AppleTV & TSN
📻 730 CKNW | CKNW.com
#VWFC | #OwnTheSummit
🆚 Inter Miami CF
⏰ 11:30 AM PT
🖥️ AppleTV & TSN
📻 730 CKNW | CKNW.com
#VWFC | #OwnTheSummit
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TEAM NEWS! 🚨 Our starting XI to face Villa... 👊
December 3, 2025 at 6:16 PM
TEAM NEWS! 🚨 Our starting XI to face Villa... 👊
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THREE MORE MASSIVE POINTS! 😍
November 30, 2025 at 4:07 PM
THREE MORE MASSIVE POINTS! 😍
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Today and every day, give thanks for the lifesaving role of vertical flight. Millions of people around the world are here today because of the incredible capabilities of #helicopters, #rotorcraft and #VTOL #drones.
2025 was a busy year for helicopter rescues. Check out my latest article on Forbes.
2025 was a busy year for helicopter rescues. Check out my latest article on Forbes.
Helicopters Save Lives During Natural Disasters And Every Day
Every day, helicopters provide vital services to communities, including saving and protecting lives. Recent massive natural disasters showcased helicopters saving lives.
www.forbes.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Today and every day, give thanks for the lifesaving role of vertical flight. Millions of people around the world are here today because of the incredible capabilities of #helicopters, #rotorcraft and #VTOL #drones.
2025 was a busy year for helicopter rescues. Check out my latest article on Forbes.
2025 was a busy year for helicopter rescues. Check out my latest article on Forbes.
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WHAT A WIN FOR THE ALBION! 🔥
November 22, 2025 at 5:10 PM
WHAT A WIN FOR THE ALBION! 🔥
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November 16, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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Rowdy Audi time😤
🆚 Portland Thorns
⏰ 12pm ET
🏟️ Audi Field
📺 CBS
🆚 Portland Thorns
⏰ 12pm ET
🏟️ Audi Field
📺 CBS
November 15, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Rowdy Audi time😤
🆚 Portland Thorns
⏰ 12pm ET
🏟️ Audi Field
📺 CBS
🆚 Portland Thorns
⏰ 12pm ET
🏟️ Audi Field
📺 CBS
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We will remember them. 💛💙
November 9, 2025 at 11:01 AM
We will remember them. 💛💙
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New altitude. New attitude.
The journey begins at Empower Field, Welcome to the league, Denver. 🏔️
The journey begins at Empower Field, Welcome to the league, Denver. 🏔️
November 3, 2025 at 6:56 PM
New altitude. New attitude.
The journey begins at Empower Field, Welcome to the league, Denver. 🏔️
The journey begins at Empower Field, Welcome to the league, Denver. 🏔️
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THREE BIG POINTS AT THE AMEX! 🙌
November 1, 2025 at 4:57 PM
THREE BIG POINTS AT THE AMEX! 🙌
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The sun is shining in Sussex! 😍☀️
November 1, 2025 at 11:13 AM
The sun is shining in Sussex! 😍☀️
If you missed my brief article in the VAI Daily email a couple of days ago you can catch it here.
Some quick takeaways about working with the NTSB in the accident investigation process. 🚁
#safety #accidentinvestigation #aviation #VAI @vyclimb.com
Some quick takeaways about working with the NTSB in the accident investigation process. 🚁
#safety #accidentinvestigation #aviation #VAI @vyclimb.com
After the accident – Working with the NTSB - Vertical Aviation International
How you prepare before an accident, and how you show up afterward, will define not only a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation but your company’s credibility, culture, and future. ...
verticalavi.org
October 23, 2025 at 5:08 PM
If you missed my brief article in the VAI Daily email a couple of days ago you can catch it here.
Some quick takeaways about working with the NTSB in the accident investigation process. 🚁
#safety #accidentinvestigation #aviation #VAI @vyclimb.com
Some quick takeaways about working with the NTSB in the accident investigation process. 🚁
#safety #accidentinvestigation #aviation #VAI @vyclimb.com
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Darren Yapi takes home tonight's HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's Man of the Match honors 👏
October 19, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Darren Yapi takes home tonight's HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's Man of the Match honors 👏
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WHAT A WIN FOR THE ALBION! 💙🤍
October 18, 2025 at 4:12 PM
WHAT A WIN FOR THE ALBION! 💙🤍
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TEAM NEWS! 🚨 Our starting XI to take on Newcastle this afternoon. 👀
October 18, 2025 at 12:50 PM
TEAM NEWS! 🚨 Our starting XI to take on Newcastle this afternoon. 👀
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WHAT A WIN FOR THE ALBION! 💛💙
September 27, 2025 at 4:08 PM
WHAT A WIN FOR THE ALBION! 💛💙
Awesome game.... congrats @officialbha.bsky.social for the 3 to 1 victory! #CHEBHA 🎉⚽
September 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Awesome game.... congrats @officialbha.bsky.social for the 3 to 1 victory! #CHEBHA 🎉⚽
Honored to be published in @ameracadpeds.bsky.social Transport Dispatch (Vol 1, Issue 3):
"Complacency and the Toxic Trinity: Hidden Risks in Transport."
How ego, denial & "we know best" fuel drift-and how fresh eyes, assessments & training keep teams sharp.
Learn More About Transport Dispatch
"Complacency and the Toxic Trinity: Hidden Risks in Transport."
How ego, denial & "we know best" fuel drift-and how fresh eyes, assessments & training keep teams sharp.
Learn More About Transport Dispatch
Transport Dispatch
Transport Dispatch's mission is to support the safe transport of patients by serving as the premier source of peer-reviewed publications on transport medicine.
www.aap.org
September 25, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Honored to be published in @ameracadpeds.bsky.social Transport Dispatch (Vol 1, Issue 3):
"Complacency and the Toxic Trinity: Hidden Risks in Transport."
How ego, denial & "we know best" fuel drift-and how fresh eyes, assessments & training keep teams sharp.
Learn More About Transport Dispatch
"Complacency and the Toxic Trinity: Hidden Risks in Transport."
How ego, denial & "we know best" fuel drift-and how fresh eyes, assessments & training keep teams sharp.
Learn More About Transport Dispatch
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"Why do we spend all the resources to investigate these accidents in the first place?"
Next from my "After the Accident" series of investigation best practices...
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Read more on our blog archives:
#safety #aviation #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #HEMS #HAA #AirMedical #helicopter
Next from my "After the Accident" series of investigation best practices...
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Read more on our blog archives:
#safety #aviation #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #HEMS #HAA #AirMedical #helicopter
After the Accident: Why Bother and the Importance of Cooperation — VyClimb Consulting
Transparency and cooperation are critical. As an operator, you do not want to lose party status and sit on the sidelines watching the investigation take place without your input.
www.vyclimb.com
September 11, 2025 at 4:27 PM
"Why do we spend all the resources to investigate these accidents in the first place?"
Next from my "After the Accident" series of investigation best practices...
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Read more on our blog archives:
#safety #aviation #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #HEMS #HAA #AirMedical #helicopter
Next from my "After the Accident" series of investigation best practices...
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Read more on our blog archives:
#safety #aviation #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #HEMS #HAA #AirMedical #helicopter
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Raising the Bar 🙌
Denver Summit announces their new state-of-the-art performance center ahead of their 2026 debut into the league.
Denver Summit announces their new state-of-the-art performance center ahead of their 2026 debut into the league.
September 10, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Raising the Bar 🙌
Denver Summit announces their new state-of-the-art performance center ahead of their 2026 debut into the league.
Denver Summit announces their new state-of-the-art performance center ahead of their 2026 debut into the league.
Μέχρι να βρω χρόνο να δω τις φωτογραφίες μου από το φετινό AthensFlyingWeek, μία παλαιότερη φωτογραφία ενός OH-58D Kiowa Warrior του 1ου ΤΕΑΣ
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Until I find the time to review my photos from this year's AthensFlyingWeek, a OH-58D Kiowa Warrior from 1st AAHB of the Hellenic Army
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Until I find the time to review my photos from this year's AthensFlyingWeek, a OH-58D Kiowa Warrior from 1st AAHB of the Hellenic Army
September 9, 2025 at 1:31 AM
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BBC News - Scotland's new air ambulance is 'most advanced' in UK
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Scotland's new air ambulance is 'most advanced' in UK
It will replace Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance current helicopter at its base in Aberdeen.
www.bbc.com
September 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
BBC News - Scotland's new air ambulance is 'most advanced' in UK
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...