SAFETY FIRST
“Mission First, Safety Always.”
At ROTAK Helicopter Services, safety isn’t just a checkbox—it’s the foundation of everything we do. From wildfire suppression to heavy-lift utility work, we operate in some of the most demanding environments on Earth, and we meet that challenge with a deeply embedded safety culture. Every team member is empowered to make safety-first decisions, and we continually invest in training, technology, and process improvement to raise the bar. Our commitment is further validated by achieving Stage 3 IS-BAO certification—the highest level of the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations—signifying that our safety management system is fully integrated, actively practiced, and continuously refined throughout our operation.
STAGE 3
At ROTAK Helicopter Services, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s part of our culture.
We are proud to participate in the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) program, the globally recognized benchmark for safety and professionalism in aviation. As a voluntary and rigorous standard developed by the industry for the industry, IS-BAO promotes best practices that go beyond regulatory compliance.
ROTAK has achieved Stage 3 IS-BAO Registration, the highest level of recognition—demonstrating our fully embedded safety management system and a strong, sustained safety culture throughout our organization.
We don’t just meet the standard—we help set it.
MEET OUR
DIRECTOR OF SAFETY
Rob, a Juneau native, has over 30 years of aviation experience spanning aircraft maintenance, flight engineering, emergency management, and aviation safety. A retired Chief Master Sergeant with the Alaska Air National Guard, he logged nearly 3,000 flight hours, five combat deployments, and helped save over 100 lives. Rob also taught A&P students at UAA before joining ROTAK, where his expertise continues to strengthen and advance our safety program.
