The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Air Operations Section was honored by the Society of Camera Operators (SCO) with the prestigious Governor’s Award at their Lifetime Achievement Awards ceremony. This banquet-style ceremony was held at the Loews Hollywood Hotel in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 15, 2025.
Assistant Fire Chief Robert Gaylor of Air Operations along with Battalion Chief Christopher Siok and Dennis Blumenthal, Chief, Helicopter Maintenance accepted the Governor’s Award on behalf of LACoFD Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone and the Air Operations Section. Michael Sagely, Pilot, Jose Murillo, Senior Helicopter Mechanic, Adrian De Los Reyes, Helicopter Inspector, Ruben “Mike” Perez and Mark Enriquez, Helicopter Mechanics also attended the awards ceremony as representatives of the Helicopter Maintenance Unit.
Chief Gaylor took to the stage to express his appreciation of the SCO recognition. The Air Operations Section’s Helicopter Maintenance Unit earned the Governor’s Awards for diligently working behind the scenes to maintain the Department’s aircraft fleet.
“This year’s awards not only celebrate excellence in our field, but also recognize the courage of our first responders…” said Matthew Moriarty, SCO President.
The Department is truly honored to be recognized by the SCO as they continue to uplift and highlight artistry and dedication.
