Ray Touzeau

Ray Touzeau is a seasoned aviation professional with extensive experience in helicopter operations and management. Currently serving as the Director of Flight Operations at Columbia Helicopters since February 2024, Ray has held prominent roles at Erickson Incorporated, including Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, and Check Airman from December 2012 to November 2024. Previous positions include Director of Global Operations, Chief Pilot, and Check Airman at Evergreen Helicopters, as well as operational roles at Helicopter Transport Services. Ray's career began in 1995 at Evergreen Helicopters as an A&P, progressing to a line pilot before advancing through various leadership positions in the industry.