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Redefining Well Control Training for Today’s Energy Industry

Is traditional well control training enough to prepare today’s crews for tomorrow’s challenges?

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Elevating the Standard: David Hazell’s Talk on Simulation and CRM Draws Strong Response at IADC Well Control Conference

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.

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How One Offshore Team Took Action Against Life-Altering Injuries — And What Happened Next

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.

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Why Emotional Intelligence is the Superpower Every Leader Needs

Leaders who cultivate emotional intelligence are better at coaching, resolving conflict, managing stress, and creating engaged, high-performing teams.

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CAVU Expands Leadership Pro Course to College Students

CAVU partners with Lamar University

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Welcoming Our Newest CAVU Coaches: A Legacy of Leadership

These six coaches embody the spirit of CAVU, bringing their unique backgrounds and expertise to help organizations achieve operational excellence, improve team dynamics, and drive lasting cultural change. Their commitment to fostering growth and resilience is what sets CAVU apart.

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Kicking Off ExxonMobil Cepu Limited's BUIC Drilling Campaign with a Perfect Start Workshop

The workshop, facilitated by experienced CAVU coaches, served as a vital platform to set clear expectations for the upcoming campaign while emphasizing the paramount importance of safety in all operations.

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New Process Safety Mini Course Available on Leadership Pro

In this Mini-Course, you will explore the fundamentals of Process Safety, learn about key elements of the OSHA Process Safety Management Standard, understand the importance of developing a Process Safety culture, and delve into risk management techniques such as Bow-Tie Analysis and Operational Risk Management.

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Law Enforcement Excellence: Transformative Leadership Training

We recognize the immense demands and expectations placed on police agencies worldwide. CAVU brings profound leadership and operational experience, addressing the exact challenges leaders face, and delivering immediate, lasting performance enhancements for stronger agencies and safer communities.

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RelyOn Nutec / CAVU Human Performance Instructor Lunch and learn

RelyOn and CAVU are hosting a virtual lunch and learn to present CAVU's newest offering, the Human Performance Instructor course

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Making The Perfect Day Repeatable – Safety Is The Natural Result

How focusing on safety leads to a significant ROI in project performance

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Coach Q&A with Farris Foresman

An interview with CAVU Coach, Farris Foresman

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Leadership During COVID-19

How will your team take advantage of a crisis?

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Leadership During COVID-19: Double Down on Training

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Back to the Basics

How the "blocking and tackling" is critical to the overall mission success

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Well Control During COVID-19 and Beyond

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Getting Back to Normal Operations

How Continuous Improvement can help individuals and organizations move closer to Perfection

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Learn, Lead and Mentor

How a former US Cyber Command Force Master Chief mentors younger teams

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Leadership = Revenue

How investing in leadership training leads to more resilient organizations.

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Leading from Lockdown: Finding Balance in a Virtual Landscape

Maximizing leadership effectiveness when working remotely.

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Are you able to stay relevant? Why you should care about training your team

How training is not a step to complete, but an ongoing process of reinforcing positive behaviors and mindset

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Redefining Well Control Training for Today’s Energy Industry
September 8, 2025

Is traditional well control training enough to prepare today’s crews for tomorrow’s challenges?

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Beyond Compliance: Terry Barrett to Speak at the 2025 Mary Kay O’Connor Safety & Risk Conference
September 2, 2025

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.

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CAVU’s CFO, Haylee Wiseman, Named Women in Leadership Advisor Member at The University of Oklahoma
August 27, 2025

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.

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Elevating the Standard: David Hazell’s Talk on Simulation and CRM Draws Strong Response at IADC Well Control Conference
August 20, 2025

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.

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David Hazell to Speak at IADC Well Control Conference
August 5, 2025

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.

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How One Offshore Team Took Action Against Life-Altering Injuries — And What Happened Next
July 24, 2025

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.

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CAVU to Exhibit with Daya Singa at IEW 2025 in Borneo
July 14, 2025

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.

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CAVU CEO Dave Burnham Joins WOASF Board to Support Navy Families
June 30, 2025

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.

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Explore the All-New Leadership Pro online course Module 12: Organizational Climate
February 28, 2024

We're excited to unveil the latest addition to our Leadership Pro course – Module 12: Organizational Climate. This module delves deep into the crucial aspects of Diversity and Inclusion, Emotional Intelligence, and Positive Reinforcement, offering valuable insights to propel your leadership skills to new heights.

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CAVU and RelyOn Nutec to Exhibit at WindEurope 2024
February 22, 2024

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

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CAVU Supports Veterans at Blast Into Spring Clayshoot Event
February 20, 2024

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.

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Introducing the Scar Tissue Podcast's Flashbang Series
January 31, 2024

Introducing Flashbangs: Short solo episodes of the Scar Tissue Podcast, each under 20 minutes

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CAVU Lunch and Learn: Hosted by RelyOn Nutec
January 29, 2024

Join us for a lunch and learn in Aberdeen to learn how CAVU International transforms businesses by optimising performance and eliminating risk. Through real-life case studies, witness the tangible impact of CAVU's approach on organisations across industries.

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A Guide to Lessons Learned for Leadership Excellence
January 23, 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.

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Webinar: Safety Leadership
January 5, 2024

Learn about how CAVU International transforms businesses by optimizing performance and eliminating risk. Through real-life case studies, you'll be presented with the tangible impact CAVU's approach has on organizations across industries.

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CAVU International and PT Samson Tiara Join Forces with ExxonMobil Indonesia Wells Team for Groundbreaking Human Performance Safety Leadership Program
December 14, 2023

CAVU announces a strategic partnership with PT Samson Tiara, in collaboration with ExxonMobil Cepu Limited (EMCL) Indonesia Wells Team. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of safety excellence, leveraging CAVU's expertise in Human Performance and Safety Leadership Coaching.

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