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CAVU partnered with an offshore client to eliminate life-altering injuries by transforming how teams communicate before, during, and after high-risk work. Through coaching, trust-building, and a focus on Life Saving Rules and Actions, we helped crews identify and mitigate serious hazards in real time.
Many organizations face the challenge of progressing from a reactive, compliance-based safety culture to one where safety is naturally integrated into the organization's decision-making, leadership, and daily behaviors. The HSE Culture Ladder framework offers an insightful approach to help organizations assess and enhance their safety culture, transitioning them to a proactive safety mindset that drives long-term success.
Partnering with CAVU, a renowned training provider with military aviation expertise, the Fairfax County Helo Division embarked on a comprehensive CRM seminar series to include in-flight crew observations to observe team collaboration, effectiveness, and safety.
The Wells Americas Team recently came together for an in-person session featuring the Wells Leadership Pro video segment on Emotional Intelligence, led by CAVU’s Craig Yager.
We just released brand-new content in the Team Resource Management (TRM) section of the Leadership Pro course on Confirmation Biases and how they impact leadership decision making
Within the Leadership Pro online course, Module 10: Leading Remote Workers dives deep into the strategies and techniques necessary to master remote leadership.
Delegation is not just about assigning tasks; it’s about training and trusting team members to perform under pressure, ensuring they are prepared for any scenario. Success in delegation is measured by the team's achievements and the leader's ability to recognize and reward those efforts.
164 Graduates Since 2022 from High-Hazard, High-Consequence Industries
CAVU has introduced oil rig leaders and employees to Pocketalk, a handheld translation device capable of translating 84+ languages and dialects, to not only enhance training efficacy but also strengthen safety by ensuring that team members fully understand hazards, risks, and safety protocols
CAVU International and RelyOn Nutec are set to exhibit at Stand 1-C60 on 20-22 March at the Wind Europe conference in Balboa, Spain
The CAVU team had the honor of participating in the Blast Into Spring Veterans Clayshoot at Wind Walker Farms in Stanton, Texas, on Friday, February 9, 2024.
At CAVU International, we recognize the transformative power of capturing and leveraging lessons learned. Join us on this exploration into the art of Recording and Documenting Lessons Learned, drawing insights from real-world scenarios.
CAVU International proudly sponsors The SUP Veterans, an exceptional organization dedicated to providing life-changing experiences for veterans through ocean-centric activities. This year, we sponsored CAVU Coach Bret Roy.
CAVU's Executive VP of Business Development, Dell Bull, took to the stage at the Entrepreneurship Institute at Lamar University (EILU), to share insights into the critical role of human performance in technical workspaces. The institute, known for fostering innovation and business acumen, invited Bull to shed light on CAVU's unique approach and the importance of harnessing human potential for organizational success.
Remarkable improvements in work execution, leading to increased revenue and profitability for Chemical Manufacturer across 5 sites
How CAVU partners with police agencies to develop skills and create positive team cultures
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CAVU CSO, Terry Barrett, to discuss how the oil and gas industry can attract young talent
With proven experience in both the military and private sector, Bull is sure to drive CAVU's impact around the world
Keynote presentation from Terry Barrett
Leveraging clear communication to align expectations and details across an organization
Becoming a servant leader through understanding the people within your team
How Continuous Improvement can help individuals and organizations move closer to Perfection
How proactive planning can empower teams to quickly react to changing external variables
In this webinar, CAVU CEO Dave Burnham—retired Navy Commander and longtime leader in high-risk operations—will break down what actually separates teams that contain problems from teams that watch them escalate.
Unlock government-funded leadership excellence with CAVU’s CMI-registered programme, anchored by our flagship Leadership PRO online course. February–March 2026 delivery—complete by end of March to align with funding windows (subject to eligibility and approval).
Introducing Executive Presence—our next-level leadership course built for senior leaders and executives. Get a preview of who it’s for, what you’ll walk away with, and the full course outline.
CAVU International has been named the 2025 honoree of Pocketalk’s new “Leadership in Language Award,” recognizing our exclusive partnership to embed real-time translation into leadership and safety training worldwide.
We’re proud to welcome Chris, Aaron, Ryan, Delbert, Robert, and Brian to CAVU. This is a great new group, and we’re excited for the impact they’ll have—inside our team and alongside our clients.
What started as CAVU International — a small team of coaches with a shared mission — has grown into CAVU, The RelyOn Leadership Academy, a global organization serving clients in oil and gas, manufacturing, law enforcement, renewable energy, and a wide range of other high-risk industries committed to safety, leadership, and performance excellence. Happy 10th Anniversary to CAVU!
CAVU International’s Vice President of Business Development, Terry Barrett, will take the stage at the Oil & Gas Safety, Health & Environmental 2025 Conference to share a powerful case study on what happens when Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles are truly embedded in day-to-day field work.
CAVU’s Sam Cowan will join the RelyOn team at OEEC25 in Amsterdam to showcase how integrated leadership, human performance, and technical training help offshore energy teams operate more safely and reliably.
Hazell—a former Royal Air Force squadron commander and Top Gun instructor—shared personal stories from his military aviation career, including a near-death ejection that underscored the life-saving power of simulation-based training. He connected those lessons to the drilling environment, where high pressure, split-second decision-making, and teamwork are just as critical.
CAVU's David Hazell is set to speak at the IADC Well Control Conference ont he topic of “Enhancing Well Control Training through Simulation and Crew Resource Management (CRM)” -- in this presentation David will discuss challenging the status quo of training in high-risk environments—and propose a bold, proven alternative.
CAVU partnered with an offshore client to eliminate life-altering injuries by transforming how teams communicate before, during, and after high-risk work. Through coaching, trust-building, and a focus on Life Saving Rules and Actions, we helped crews identify and mitigate serious hazards in real time.
CAVU, the RelyOn Leadership Academy, is proud to announce our participation in the upcoming International Energy Week (IEW) 2025, held July 15–17 at the Borneo Convention Centre in Kuching, Sarawak. We’ll be exhibiting alongside our trusted partner, Daya Singa Sdn Bhd, a long-standing leader in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) solutions across the region.
CAVU CEO Dave Burnham brings his leadership and commitment to service to the Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation as the newest member of their Board of Directors.
CAVU was proud to participate in the Lamar University Spring 2025 Research Expo, an event hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Research to showcase the innovative work of undergraduate and graduate students from Lamar and surrounding institutions.
We’re proud to announce the addition of three exceptional coaches to our global team—each bringing decades of real-world experience in high-stakes environments and a shared passion for shaping safer, stronger teams.
Many organizations face the challenge of progressing from a reactive, compliance-based safety culture to one where safety is naturally integrated into the organization's decision-making, leadership, and daily behaviors. The HSE Culture Ladder framework offers an insightful approach to help organizations assess and enhance their safety culture, transitioning them to a proactive safety mindset that drives long-term success.
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