
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

CAVU International is proud to celebrate CFO Haylee Wiseman’s appointment as a Women in Leadership Advisor Member at The University of Oklahoma. With nearly three decades of global financial leadership and a passion for mentorship, Haylee brings expertise in empowering communications, organizational leadership, and cultural diversity to help shape the next generation of women leaders.

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.

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.

David Hazell, Senior Vice President at CAVU, has been selected to speak on a distinguished panel at the IADC Drilling Caspian & Black Sea 2026 Conference, taking place 4–5 February 2026 in Baku.

CAVU’s Sam Cowan is joining RelyOn Global this week in Stavanger, Norway, for OTD Energy 2025 — Norway’s sold-out energy exhibition and one of Europe’s leading events for the offshore and energy industry.

Join PetroSkills and CAVU International on October 16 for an exclusive webinar with Rear Admiral Dell Bull, exploring how human factors unlock true safety and performance in high-risk industries.

CAVU recently hosted a virtual Human Performance Instructor (HPI) Community of Practice event, bringing together graduates to share best practices, connect with peers, and strengthen their impact as leaders. With lively discussions, updates, and storytelling, this event reinforced the power of community in sustaining human performance excellence.

Is traditional well control training enough to prepare today’s crews for tomorrow’s challenges?
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Terry Barrett will be presenting at the 2025 Mary Kay O’Connor Safety & Risk Conference on how lessons from military operations can strengthen process safety in high-risk industries.