He was the "Helicopter Association of America" Pilot of the year in
1987 for his actions in evacuating people from the roof during the
tragic Hotle Condado fire in Puerto Rico. Established in 1960, the
Pilot of the Year Award is the oldest of HAI's "Salute to Excellence"
awards. The award recognizes an outstanding single feat performed by a
helicopter pilot during the year, or extraordinary professionalism over
a period of time. Nominees must be active civilian helicopter pilots.