The Night Vision Awards were created in 2011 with the goal of recognizing aviation operators and units that use night vision goggles to complete missions safely around the world. Awards are given in five categories and are presented at APSCON. Winners have included law enforcement, emergency medical service operators, fire fighting aviation units, and search and rescue units.
The Night Vision Awards were founded by Aviation Specialties Unlimited and now are Co-Sponsored by Night Flight Concepts along with media sponsors MHM Publishing, Vertical Magazine , Vertical 911 and RotorCraft Pro Media Network, RotorCraft Pro Magazine
This award is given to a Unit/Company that has successfully flown with Night Vision Goggles for a period of five years.
This award is given to a Unit/Company that has successfully flown with Night Vision Goggles for a period of 10 years.
This award is given to a Unit/Company that has successfully flown with Night Vision Goggles for a period of 15 years.
This award is given to a Unit/Company that has successfully flown with Night Vision Goggles for a period of 20 years.
This award is given to a Unit/Company that has demonstrated proven leadership and pioneering Night Vision Goggle flights in their community. This award is given to those who raise awareness about the need for Night Vision Goggles, help other organizations obtain Night Vision Goggles or work to bring goggles to their own fleet to enhance safety in their community.
This award recognizes a Unit/Company that signifies dedication to quality and excellence in their operation.
This award is given to a Unit/Company that champions the need for Night Vision Goggles and systems outside of North America.
All receiving the awards should be actively using Night Vision Goggles and Night Visions Systems for a period of at least one year in order to be considered for the awards.