
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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At CAVU, we believe the difference between organizations that continually react to problems and those that consistently stay ahead of them comes down to one fundamental shift: moving from reactive to proactive performance.
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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.

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.

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

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

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.

Optimizing Drilling Excellence: Combining Human Factors and Well Control Simulation

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

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!

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

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.

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

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

Exploring how individual character, leadership behaviors, and Team Resource Management shape performance in high-risk operations
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How Banyu Urip Drilling Operations Built Proactive Performance Through Human Performance and Crew Resource Management

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.