No Maintenance, No Mission: Welcome to Irving 2026 | Vertical MRO Conference
From The Vertical MRO Podcast · 34:47
Show by Vertical HeliCASTS
The Vertical MRO Conference is returning to Irving, Texas, and we're getting ready to welcome the helicopter maintenance community for another exciting week of learning, networking, and collaboration.David Kreutzkamp sits down with MHM Publishing's Mike and Linda Reyno for a special preview of the 2026 Vertical MRO Conference, exploring what's planned, what attendees can expect, and why bringing maintainers, operators, manufacturers, and regulators together is making a meaningful difference across the industry.Building on the success of the recent Kelowna conference, Mike and Linda share how these events are creating new opportunities for the next generation of aviation maintenance professionals. From students connecting directly with potential employers to manufacturers hearing firsthand feedback from the people maintaining their aircraft, the conversations happening at Vertical MRO are already opening doors.The group also previews nearly 50 educational presentations, panel discussions, and technical briefings in Irving, including sessions on maintenance safety, Bell 407 electrical and avionics systems, maintenance check flights, fatigue, leadership, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in helicopter maintenance.Plus, hear what's planned for the Vertical MRO Podcast during the conference, including upcoming conversations with industry leaders, and why Irving provides such a welcoming setting for the rotorcraft community.Whether you're joining us in Texas or following along from your hangar, we look forward to sharing the conversations, ideas, and experiences that make this community special.No Maintenance, No Mission.Special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Robinson Helicopter and Vertical Aviation International. Also, be sure to check out Vertical MRO's Instagram channel for even more awesome content highlighting the awesome work being done to keep the rotorcraft community flying!
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