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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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David Hazell to Speak at IADC Well Control Conference

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

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

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

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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CAVU at the Lamar University Spring 2025 Research Expo

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.

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CAVU Welcomes Three New Coaches to the Team

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.

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David Hazell Speaks at Global HSE Conference 2025: Advancing HSE Culture – Climbing the HSE Culture Ladder

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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Law Enforcement Excellence: Transformative Leadership Training
July 24, 2024

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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Mastering Remote Leadership: Staying Visible and Effective
July 16, 2024

Traditional leadership methods, like Leadership-By-Walking-Around, are not feasible with a geographically dispersed team. Instead, leaders must embrace creativity and leverage technology, such as video conferencing and webinars, to stay connected. Ensuring leaders are proficient with these tools is crucial, as they must be part of the solution, not the problem.

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Welcoming Our Newest Coaches
July 9, 2024

Join us in welcoming Aundrey and Christopher to the CAVU team!

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Webinar: Setting the Environment for Optimal Human Performance
July 2, 2024

Sign up to attend our next webinar taking place on the 22nd of July.

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence
June 25, 2024

Many leaders rise to their positions based on their knowledge, technical skills, aptitude, and performance. These are primarily left-brain, rational activities. However, Emotional Intelligence is a right-brain activity that involves emotion and wisdom. Properly developing this aspect can enhance leadership abilities beyond just analytical skills.

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Kuala Lumpur Lunch & Learn Session: Optimizing Drilling Excellence
June 18, 2024

Optimizing Drilling Excellence: Combining Human Factors and Well Control Simulation

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CAVU Human Performance Instructor Course Celebrates Overwhelming Success
June 4, 2024

164 Graduates Since 2022 from High-Hazard, High-Consequence Industries

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Meet Our Newest CAVU Coaches: Elevating Safety, Leadership, and Performance
May 28, 2024

These distinguished professionals are set to enhance CAVU's offerings with their diverse experiences and deep commitment to excellence. Welcome Adolfo, Ravshan, Renato, and Sam to the CAVU family!

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CAVU’s Dell Bull to Present at the 2026 IADC Annual General Meeting
October 26, 2026

New Tech, Same Human: Lessons from Carrier Aviation for the Rig of the Future

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The Human Factor in Process Safety: Lessons for the Age of AI and Automation
October 15, 2026

Join CAVU Dell Bull on October 22 for a virtual event exploring the evolving role of human performance in process safety and why leadership, judgment, and decision-making remain critical as AI and automation transform high-risk operations.

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CAVU’s Sam Cowan to Present on Human Factors and Human Performance at Floating Offshore Wind 2026
October 2, 2026

Sam Cowan to present on Human Factors and Human Performance in Floating Offshore Wind: Sam Cowan at FOW 2026

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CAVU's Leo Luft to Present at the 25th WPC Energy Congress in Riyadh
September 29, 2026

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CAVU International’s David Hazell to Join Industry Leaders at IADC HSE & Sustainability Europe 2026
September 21, 2026

CAVU International’s David Hazell will join industry leaders in Amsterdam for two panel discussions exploring Human Performance, operational safety, and the critical connection between leadership and frontline operations.

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CAVU International Offers CMI Foundation Chartered Manager Recognition for Leadership Programme Participants
September 20, 2026

Discover how eligible CAVU leadership programme participants can achieve CMI Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status with no additional training or assessment required.

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CAVU to Present at ROG.e 2026 in Rio de Janeiro
September 16, 2026

Exploring how individual character, leadership behaviors, and Team Resource Management shape performance in high-risk operations

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David Ehrmann to Share Lessons from Banyu Urip Drilling Operations at DrillSafe Conference in Brisbane
August 31, 2026

How Banyu Urip Drilling Operations Built Proactive Performance Through Human Performance and Crew Resource Management

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