Asian Skycast

In this episode, we spoke with Alexander Tang, Sales Director of Global Jet Capital, about the company's growing business in the Asia-Pacific region. During the conversation, we talked about the post-COVID-19 landscape and how it has affected doing business, as well as some of the region's fastest-growing markets, including Southeast Asia, and China. Optimistic about the future, Tang believes China's rebound is only a matter of time.Main Content:(00:55 - 01:45) A busy 2023 for Global Jet Capital(01:45 - 03:15) Southeast Asia as an emerging market(03:15 - 05:15) The types of business aircraft and changing business landscape(05:15 - 06:33) The differentiation of doing business in Southeast Asia and Greater China(06:34 - 10:26) Overall market and transaction outlook in Vietnam(10:26 - 12:30) Which Southeast Asian countries are seeing growing activity?(12:43 - 14:25) China market predictions

In this episode, we speak with Alessandro Giuliani, Leonardo Helicopter's Senior Sales and Marketing Manager, about the company's strengths and position in the changing airborne law enforcement market, its sustainability efforts in reducing noise and carbon emissions as well as how the sector has adapted to the post-pandemic era. Main Content:(0:55 - 4:02) The main characteristics of the helicopter airborne law enforcement market (4:02 - 4:57) The evolution of the airborne law enforcement sector in the post-pandemic era(4:57 - 7:57)Leonardo's unique role in the market(7:57 - 8:38) Leonardo's sustainability efforts in reducing noise and carbon emissions(8:38 - 11:24) Helicopters that are suitable for airborne law enforcement missions(11:24 - 16:18) Common features of the AW169, AW139, and AW189(16:18 - 21:25) The AW139 as an important law enforcement vehicle(21:25 – 27:21) Leonardo's adaptation to the changing market

In this episode, we speak with Thomas Redder, VP International Sales at Spectrum Aeromed, about the company's aeromedical equipment that can be fitted to either helicopters or fixed wing aircraft. Redder also discusses how an aircraft's age can have an impact on the equipment that can be fitted to it, as well as how difficult it can be to find suitable aircraft during a seller's market.Main Content:(01:00 - 01:45) An overview of how Spectrum Aeromed has performed so far this year(01:45 - 02:25) Activity and traffic across Asia(02:25 - 03:35) How the a seller's pre-owned aircraft market has an impact on the availability of good aircraft(03:35 - 05:45) How an aircraft's age has an impact on what it can be used for(05:45 - 07:45) Charter operators converting their aircraft for aeromedical uses during the COVID-19 pandemic(07:45 - 09:00) Did those aircraft stay as aeromedical aircraft once the worst of the pandemic was over?(09:00 - 09:55) Do medevac aircraft operate under Part-135 certification?(09:55 - 11:00) The risks associated with flying with unlicensed operators(11:00 - 12:05) The challenges that aeromedical crews face(12:05 - 13:55) How onboard medical equipment has changed as a result of the pandemic(13:55 - 15:00) New equipment the company is currently working on(15:00 - 15:25) Aircraft Spectrum Aeromed are currently working on certificating

In this episode, we speak with Sergio Cecutta, Partner at SMG Consulting, about the company's research into the advanced air mobility (AAM) industry. The consulting firm analyzes the sector's two main ecosystems – eVTOL OEM manufacturers and companies building AAM infrastructure – and has introduced two major indexes to gauge the likelihood of AAM companies commencing commercial operations. Main Content:0:40 Introducing SMG Consulting2:30 SMG Consulting's AAM Reality Index and AAM Infrastructure Rating Index3:40 OEMs that are most likely to bring eVTOLs enter the market7:10 How SMG handles a large amount of data and tracks emerging companies8:45 Index cut-off point and criteria10:00 The successful ingredients of the top OEMs12:54 United Airlines' order and payment to Archer Aviation15:33 Parameters of the AAM infrastructure rating index20:50 Defining factors of the top AAM infrastructure companiesLearn More About SMG Consulting: SMG Consulting – Rating the Likelihood of eVTOL OEMs to Successfully Bring their Aircraft to Market

In this Global SkyCast episode, we speak to Samuel Schaab, EMS Specialist at Leonardo, about working with the company, the shifting landscape of the helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) industry, and the company's business plan following COVID-19.0:40 Joining Leonardo1:10 The differences between helicopter emergency medical service (HEMS) and emergency medical services (EMS)2:00 Changes in the EMS industry3:40 Becoming more involved with Leonardo 5:30 Preferences on helicopter types8:23 Working on EMS solutions using the Leonardo AW6099:18 Leonardo's next steps in the EMS market11:51 The impact of COVID-19 and key fleet adjustments14:30 Special helicopter missions during the pandemic16:43 The development of the global EMS network18:00 Staff training and after-sales services

In this episode, we spoke with Valerie Patuel, Managing Director at Safran Helicopter Engines Asia, Safran Regional Delegate for ASEAN, and Jean-Baptiste Jarin, Deputy R&T, Sustainable Aviation Fuels, about the helicopter industry's impact on the environment, current regulations in Asia, the company's roadmap, and its efforts in advocating SAF.Main Content:[01:30 – 03:25] The impact of the helicopter industry on the environment and sustainability [03:25– 05:20] The company roadmap[05:20– 08:15] Efforts to make engines more efficient[08:15– 09:20] New technologies: hydrogen fuel[09:20– 12:10] Message from the Singapore flight show[12:10– 14:30] Availability of SAF in Asia[14:30– 17:40] What needs to be regulated?[17:40– 21:40] Safran's business outside Asia

In the latest Global SkyCast, we spoke with Susan Ying, Senior Vice President, Ampaire, about her experience from working with Boeing to Ampaire, and the start-up company's sustainability goal and focus on making hybrid-electric aircraft.00:40 From Boeing to Ampaire2:00 The sustainable evolution of the aviation industry: cleaner, quieter, more affordable4:17 Short-distance commutes are ideal for electric aircraft7:08 Optimizing the EEL's green credentials11:40 The EEL takes flight for the first time17:36 The role of EEL as a technology demonstrator and hybrid-electric engine testbed19:33 Market adoption and the work on the Electric Caravan23:20 Future projects with NASA30:00 Bigger aircraft rather than smaller ones35:00 Batteries are the main stumbling block when it comes to larger aircraft

In the latest Global SkyCast episode, we spoke with Clint Kummer, Director-Operations, Signature Aviation, about the company's business operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the advantages for aircraft operators that use the company's newly redesigned Anchorage facility.[0:55 - 2:18] How has 2022 been so far for Signature?[2:18- 3:20] Sustaining growth through the COVID-19 pandemic[3:20 - 4:30] What's happening with Signature's Anchorage facility?[4:30- 6:16] Details of the Anchorage FBO revamp[6:16- 7:56] What type of operators use the Anchorage FBO?[7:56- 9:45] What are the main advantages for operators that use Anchorage as a stopping-off point between the US and Asia?[9:45- 11:10] How do you deal with the language barrier when dealing with Asia clients?[11:10 - 12:34] When will the revamped Anchorage facility be operational?

Main Content:(01:10-05:23): Why did you decide to rebrand?(05:26-09:47): What is Global Sky Media's new mission statement?(10:10-18:41): How can Global Sky Media expand to other parts of the world?(22:45-24:12): Launching a new website: globalsky.media (24:33-25:38): Where do our subscribers come from?(27:43-31:17): Forming partnerships to grow(31:17-38:32): Where will will the company be in five years' time?

Main Content:(01:10-03:49): What is ADSB Exchange?(03:50-08:46): How did you make the decision to go commercial?(06:09-08:46): How would you pitch yourself against other similar companies? (08:47-10:18): Do you have any gaps in your coverage? (10:19-11:13): Where would your dream receiver be located?(11:14-13:19): The hardware needed for flight tracking(13:20-16:41): How do you keep your information up to date?

Interview with Kirsten Bartok Touw, Partner at AirFinance and New Vista CapitalMain Content:(01:31-02:10): Kirsten's background(02:11-08:21): About AirFinance(08:22-11:50): New Vista Capital's start(11:51-14:00): Is the AAM sector being overhyped?(14:01-15:29): When will eVTOLs launch? (15:30-17:31): When will AAM move into the automation phase?(17:32-19:58): Would a unified approach to certification help? (19:59-23:28): What made you take AAM seriously?

Interview with Roselle Wong, Director of Service Delivery at Sino JetMain Content:(01:27-01:44): How was 2021 for Sino Jet?(01:45-03:54): What is the secret to Sino Jet's success?(03:55-07:21): How does Sino Jet perform the best in class service?(07:22-09:56): What skillsets should potential corporate flight attendants have? (09:57-12:58): Sino Jet's latest offers(12:59-13:25): Sino Jet's menu changes

Interview with Thomas Redder, VP of International SalesMain Content:(01:03-04:15) Introduction to Spectrum Aeromedical(04:16-05:36) Who uses the medical equipment?(05:37-06:33) What regions is Spectrum active in?(06:34-13:13) The different medical solutions offered by Spectrum(13:14-16:13) Does Spectrum work directly with OEMs?(16:14-18:30) Is there a perfect aircraft for an air ambulance?(18:31-19:39) Is it easier getting a medical STC?

Interview with Kyle James, Business Development Manager and Liam Byrne, Director of Business Development at BCAA.Main Content:(00:22-03:55): Introductions(03:56-08:27): COVID-19 challenges(08:28-11:35): Who decides where to register an aircraft?(11:36-16:59): Advantages to registering with BCAA(17:00-18:34): Reasons for targeting the Asia market(18:35-19:56): Opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region(19:57-23:14): Prospects in 2022(23:15-25:43): The future for BCAA

Interview with Justin Yeung, Head of Commercial at Metrojet.Main Content:(01:46-10:33): Introduction(10:34-13:31): A look back over four years with Metrojet (13:32-14:50): What are your main responsibilities?(14:51-18:51): How have business activity levels varied over the past three years?(18:52-23:46): How are business levels in 2022?(23:47-27:46): Is personal interaction as important for business as it used to be?(27:47-28:30): Does virtual have a role to play going forward?(28:31-34:40): Any events coming up?(34:41-38:35): Do you see any opportunities for different ownership models?

Interview with Chris Bradshaw, CEO, and David Stepanek, Executive Vice President, Sales and Chief Transformation Officer at Bristow Group.'Main Content:(00:58-04:41): How was 2021 for the Bristow Group?(06:45-08:52): What is the status of the relationship with Leonardo?(08:53-10:26): Does Bristow have any AW609 orders?(10:27-15:43): When do you think we might start to see eVTOL flights?(15:44-18:30): Where do eVTOLs fit into Bristow's future strategy?(18:31-19:54): Do you have any firm plans for the first eVTOL that Bristow takes delivery of?(19:55-23:32): Is there much innovation in the battery market?(23:33-25:25): Are the current crop of eVTOLs a stopgap until heavy twin helicopters can be replaced?(25:26-29:33): Do we need to change the public perception of eVTOLs?(29:34-34:04): Are air taxis an avenue Bristow will explore?(34:05-35:46): What specifications would an eVTOL need to be able to operate oil and gas transfers?

专访香港维修站总经理叶沛良先生(00:34-01:11): 请您介绍下自己的业务和工作范围。(01:12-02:39): 您进入航空业并在美捷航空工作多久？(02:40-05:12): 去年的业务经营表现如何?(05:13-06:59): 您是否看到现有环境有更大市场和空间？(07:00-08:13): 请您介绍下公司在2022年的部署和展望。(08:14-10:18): 最大的变化是什么?(10:19-12:58): 最主要销售途径是什么？

Interview with Jaspal Jandu, CEO of LCIMain Content:(01:38-03:40): Are there many opportunities in Asia-Pacific?(03:41-05:30): Is EMS a big sector for you?(05:31-08:04): Any rebound in the oil and gas market?(08:05-09:45): Could we soon see a big replacement cycle take place?(09:46-12:35): Are helicopters becoming increasingly attractive assets for investors?(12:36-14:49): What has driven the partnership between LCI and Sumitomo Mitsui?(14:50-16:11): Does that include asset management opportunities?(16:12-19:12): How does Nova Capital fit into LCI's portfolio?(19:13-22:27): Do you see your portfolio expanding rapidly?(22:28-27:12): Does SAF touch upon what you do?(27:13-31:14): Does LCI have a long-term view on eVTOLs?

Interview with Emil Ahlgren, Director of Operations Asia at Web Manuals Main Content:(00:21-04:06): Introductions(04:07-06:28): How did that get to where you are today?(06:29-08:01): All about bout Web Manuals(08:02-09:33): When did you move to Singapore?(09:34-10:22): Are there more opportunities in APAC?(10:23-15:08): What are the key selling points of Web Manuals?(15:09-16:41): Any unique challenges in APAC?(16:42-17:13): are we moving towards a digital cloud-based future?(17:14-21:19): How is business at the moment?(21:22-22:38): How has the pandemic impacted business in Singapore?(22:39-24:50): How have you been able to network?(24:51-28:22): What is your outlook for 2022?(28:23-31:04): What hardware is needed for Web Manuals?

Interview with Louis-Jerome Monnier, Executive Director, Jet & Yacht Finance, Wealth Management at BNP ParibasMain Content:(00:25-10:10): Introduction to Louis-Jerome(10:11-14:56): The current business environment(14:57-16:02): Is there much new business at the moment?(16:03-16:59): How was the fourth quarter of 2021?(17:00-21:12): Has the current environment changed how you look at deals?(21:13-25:28): Is technology changing business? (25:29-29:19): Will 2022 be the same as 2021? (29:20-30:32): Your most important sales tool?(30:33-32:40): Do customers require more intel? (32:41-36:41): What will stay with us after the end of the pandemic, and what won't?

Main Content:(00:55-01:03): Introduction to Charles'(01:04-01:44): Starting his career as a lawyer(01:45-02:41): What made you switch careers into shipping?(02:42-03:26): Did you travel much during that time?(03:27-04:21): Memories of a first Hong Kong visit(04:22-06:57): Was shipping always your main focus? (06:58-10:47): How did you get interested in the helicopter industry?(10:48-14:44): How long did you keep control of Era?(14:45-20:56): How did you meet Wu Zhendong?(20:57-22:53): Was the shipping side growing around that time?(22:54-25:35): How was Asian Sky Group formed?(25:36-30:15): Introduction to Mytaverse – the business aviation metaverse(30:16-36:46): What other industries could benefit from using Mytaverse?(36:47-45:12): What is the future of the metaverse?

Interview with Sofia Sofia, Business Development Manager at CAEMAIN CONTENT:(00:57-02:23): Introduction to CAERise(02:24-03:25): What does CAERise do?(03:26-05:29): Can CAERise speed up the training of new pilots? (05:30-07:47): How did CAERise come about? (07:48-09:46): Have large operators expressed interest? (09:47-10:30) Does it only work in simulator sessions? (10:31-11:04): What other tools are available?(11:05-12:30): Are there any more applications that could be developed?

专访运营经理与适航委任检查员张圣洁[00:47-02:09] 简单介绍BCAA主要是做什么[02:10-02:57] 为什么客户会选择跟BCAA注册？[02:58-05:29] 离安飞机注册的好处是什么?[05:30-08:01] 2020年对中国的飞机注册过程有什么影响？[08:02-09:15] 跟2020年相比，2021年对飞机注册来说是不是更好的年份？[09:16-11:06] 疫情来之后有什么趋势?[11:07-11:49] 这些趋势对BCAA有什么影响？[11:50-12:56] 你们在2020年看到到那些什么变化?[12:57-14:09] 亚太地区客户喜欢BCAA的哪些方面？[14:10-15:51] 对航空工业的未来有什么看法？

Interview with Manuela Barbarossa, Head of VIP/Corporate Segment, Marketing at LeonardoMain Content:(01:05-04:15): Why did you decide to bring back the Agusta brand?(04:16-05:40): Will only some helicopters come under the Agusta brand?(05:42-08:40): What are your views of the current market?(08:41-10:13): Are you seeing much interest from first-time buyers?(10:14-11:42): Can you tell me more about Casa Agusta that you presented during the Dubai Air Show?(11:43-12:48): Is infrastructure an area that Leonardo could expand into?(12:49-15:17): Why did you choose to unveil everything at the same time?(15:18-16:54): Is there a target entry into service date for the AW609?(16:55-19:30): Where do you think the biggest markets for the AW609 will be?

In the last episode of Asian Skycast, Mike Walsh from Aer Mobi speaks with Salem Bokai from JetEx, Robert Moya from Universal, Christopher Lee Barrow from HKBAC, and Rita Tam from TAG Aviation, who talks us through the current workings of FBOs in the Asia-Pacific as well as panelists' predictions for the next few years.Main Content: (01:03-03:16): What effect has low utilization had on Asia-based FBOs?(03:17-08:15): How do local FBOs view future prospects?(08:16-11:38): How is the IS-BAH program adapting to changes? (11:39-14:18): How has 2021 been so far?(14:19-17:41): Do you see any opportunities regarding Beijing's 14th 5 Year Plan?(17:42-20:39): What are the latest trends in China?(20:40-22:43): Have you invested in new systems or software since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic?(22:44-23:46): Are customers warming up to Sustainable Aviation Fuels?(23:47-25:41): have any new companies entered the market?(25:42-30:25): Any predictions for 2022?

In the eighth episode of Asian Skycast, Jeffrey C. Lowe of Asian Sky Group and Asian Sky Media moderates this MOVE Asia panel featuring Lionel Sinai-Sinelnikoff from Ascent, Hon Lung Chu from Volocopter and Sanjay Suresh from Skyports, where they talk about the current workings of UAMs in the Asia-Pacific.Main Content: (02:20-08:00): Panelist introductions(08:01-19:18) What does Urban Air Mobility mean to you?(19:19-33:50): What projects are you working on at the moment?(33:51-36:27): Using logistics when it comes to cargo drones.(36:28-49:18): What technical challenges do you see?(49:19-55:08): How do consumers view UAM?

Interview with Quentin Bond, Director of Business Development in Hong Kong for Jet Support Services, Inc. Main Content:(00:00-07:45): How did you get into the aviation industry?(07:46-17:29): What's been your career path to JSSI?(17:30-21:20): All about JSSI(21:21-27:13): How optimistic do you feel about 2022?(27:14-40:15): How has JSSI changed the way it does business in the region?(40:15-45:41): What one item could you not live without?

Interview with Alexander Tang, Sales Director, APAC at Global Jet CapitalMain Content:(02:56-15:19): How did you get into the aviation business? (15:20-16:08): How did your career evolve before Global Jet Capital?(16:09-17:37); Which countries / area's do you look after for Global Jet Capital?(17:38-23:08): How does Global Jet Capital see the market?(23:09-28:11): Are you experiencing the same surge this year vs Q4 2020?(28:12-31:40): Are there any trends that stand out at the moment?(31:40-34:46): How did you get around not being able to meet clients face-to-face?(34:47-37:33): Where are new inquiries coming from?(37:34-38:49): After COVID are you going to do business the same way? (38:50-41:35): Is data and market intel more important today?(41:36-47:40): Are customers asking for more data?

In the sixth episode of Asian Skycast, Jeffrey C. Lowe from Asian Sky Group speaks with Tobias Laps from Comlux, Brian Roos from Satcom Direct, Chad D. Thorne from Greenpoint Technologies and Joe Bonita from Citadel Completions, who talk us through what Asian buyers really want inside their aircraft cabins.Main Content: (01:25-03:12): Is there a typical Asian buyer?(03:13-07:09): Is there anything unusual about the layouts requested?(07:10-11:14): Any changes in system requirements?(11:15-16:04): Any easy solutions regarding connectivity in Asia?(16:05-22:18): Anything customers need now?(22:19-29:22): Latest and greatest systems to have?(29:23-32:16): Comments about the STC process in Asia?

In the eighth episode of Asian Skycast, Jeffrey C. Lowe of Asian Sky Group and Asian Sky Media speaks with Alek Vernitsky from Portside and Mike Combs from Mytaverse, about how VR can be used in business aviation, as well as the future of hybrid trade shows.Main Content: (01:17-03:21): What does Portside do?(03:22-04:30): What makes Portside standout?(04:31-06:22): Introduction to Mytaverse(06:23-07:57): How long have Portside and Mytaverse been around?(07:58-12:17): How to overcome common roadblocks?(12:18-13:31): Other user successes?(13:32-17:32): Where do you see technology in two or three years?(17:33-20:07): How do you feel about the Asia market?

In the fourth episode of Asian Skycast, Anthony Lam from AsBAA speaks with Louis Leong from Jet Aviation, Raul F. Trinidad Jr from ACTSI, Gary Dolski from Metrojet, Phil Balmer from TAG, and Paul Desgrosseilliers from ExecuJet Haite, who talk us through the effect that COVID-19 has had on MROs and scheduled maintenance.Main Content:(01:28-09:54): What are some of the challenges to keeping aircraft in flight-ready conditions whilst putting them in deep storage?(09:55-14:32): With all the travel restrictions in place, Is there enough of a domestic market to survive?(14:33-17:36): In the future, should we expect there to be less MRO work to go around?(17:37-21:55): How do US MRO maintenance transaction levels compare to that of Asia?(21:56-26:13): Are older aircraft being retired faster as a result of COVID?(26:14-28:06): Do we have enough human capital to fill the upcoming post-COVID demand?(28:07-29:16): Have you recruited more young talent during COVID than you did before the pandemic?(29:17-38:16): What is your outlook for the rest of 2021 and 2022? (38:17-40:20): How have you tried to entice more interest from candidate students to join?

In the fifth episode of Asian Skycast, Nadav Kessler from Asian Sky Group speaks with David Taylor from Embraer, who talks us through the challenges and bright spots for light jets in the Asia-Pacific.Main Content:(00:54-04:50): When will Asia right-size its aircraft requirements?(04:51-06:13): Will people choose a new light jet or a pre-owned larger aircraft? (06:14-09:15): How has Covid affected sales? (09:16-10:52): Predictions for the next five years (10:53-11:45): What is Embraer's best seller in terms of size?

In the third episode of Asian Skycast, Gary Moran of AON speaks with David Taylor of Embraer and Jerome Desmazures of Dassault Aviation Falcon Asia Pacific, who talk us through the effect that COVID-19 has had on OEMs and first-time buyers, as well as any predictions regarding the next few years.Main Content:(04:34-05:33): Current state of the market in the Asia-Pacific region.(05:34-08:47): What are the challenges in Asia-Pacific?(08:48-09:47): What countries in Southeast Asia are seeing the most growth?(09:48-13:38): How did you respond to the challenges that COVID brought?(17:43-19:30): Has the demand for private aviation grown across the region?(19:31-21:48): Is there much demand for new aircraft in Australia?(21:49-22:43): Has Dassault had much success in Australia?(22:44-25:35): Is there still a desire for new aircraft acquisitions in Australia?(25:36-26:38): What consists as an up-and-coming country?(26:39-28:37): Is there a tendency for people to move up in aircraft size?(28:38-29:15): When are we going to see a replacement for the Legacy 650 line from Embraer?

Panel with Peter Coles, Andrew Lockhart, and Evelyn W.J. LokMain Content:(01:45-04:03) Managing expectations of first-time buyers.(04:04-05:52) What stage do they come to you and how involved in the process are they?(05:53-07:11) Mitigating risks involved with bringing airmen and aircraft back into service. (07:12-08:28) Incidents and accidents (08:29-11:25) How long does the purchase process take?(11:26-12:11) Aircraft acquisition and aircraft being too old.(12:12-17:06) Aircraft repossessions(17:07-18:12) What is 'soft repossession'?

Interview with Violet Kwek, Founder, and CEO of LendicateMain Content:(00:35-03:10) Why did you start Lendicate?(03:11-03:45) Are you looking to expand into different sectors?(03:46-06:25) The process a customer might go through.(06:26-08:25) Why start Lendicate during this particular time?(08:26-09:18) Lendicate's website going live.(09:19-09:42) How's Tweedledee?

Interview with Gary Dolski, CEO at MetrojetMain Content:(00:37-02:12) What effect has the pandemic had on Metrojet's operations?(02:12-03:10) Was Metrojet able to win new business during the pandemic?(03:11-03:46) Has there been an increase in maintenance requests because of the pandemic?(03:47-08:40) Getting the go ahead to begin operations from the new Clark facility.(08:41-10:37) Cooperation and partnerships in the business aviation industry.(10:38-12:08) Clark and Subic Bay can happily coexist.(12:09-14:00) Training up local talent in the Philippines.(14:01-16:42) Working on strategic ways to grow the business in Hong Kong.(16:43-20:05) Views on expanding into other parts of Asia-Pacific.(20:06-22:02) Metrojet's plan for the next three years.

Interview with Jenny Lau at Sino JetMain Content:(00:25-02:02) How was 2020 for Sino Jet? (02:03-03:51) The processes and challenges of delivering a new G650 during the pandemic.(03:52-06:31) What measures has Sino Jet put in place to help stop the spread of COVID-19?(06:32-08:16) Will any of those measures continue when the pandemic is finally over?(08:17-09:42) Increased interest from new entrants to business aviation.(09:43-11:01) Expanding the FBO side of the business after opening the Nanchang FBO.(11:02-12:48) Opportunities in Southeast Asia.(12:49-13:40) China's progress on opening up its airspace.(13:41-16:33) How can Sino Jet help with the industry's future development?(16:34-18:12) Sino Jet's future plans.

Interview with Doris Ho at Magsaysay Group of CompanyMain Content:[00:55 - 03:30]: Magsaysay background and family business history[02:30 – 03:20]: International shipping in the 1980s[03:26 – 04:48]: Domestic shipping business in the Philippines[04:49 – 07:24]: How much does the human resources side dominate the company?[07:24 – 14:38]: Magsaysay employees drive the company's success [14:39 – 20:00]: Maritime training scope and facilities [20:09 – 22:22]: Magsaysay's educational philosophy in hospitality training[22:22 – 23:43]: Current market demands and COVID-19 challenges. [23:44 – 25:18]: Current status in the hotel and cruise Industry[25:19 – 30:29]: The decision to start to offer aviation training[30:30 – 32:20]: COVID-19 impact on the business[32:20 – 37:20]: New economic activities and vaccines[37:21 – 43:19]: Exploring potential partnerships [43:20 – 46:09]: Gender equality in the Philippines [46:10 – 49:13]: Contemporary art and culture[49:14 – 50:36]: Doris's mother as a Filipina artist

Interview with Matthew Jayne in Bell FlightMain Content：[00:57-04:21] How 2020 was for Bell? [04:34-13:02] Features of the Bell 505.[13:05-19:39] How the Bell 505 is made.[19:44-21:33] What are your predictions for the next few years?[21:07-22:16] The introduction of the Bell 505 into China.[22:16-23:56] How are the Bell 505s in the region being utilized?

Interview with Niel Leishman in LCIMain Content：[00:51-04:44] Introduction of Nigel.[04:44-07:40] Overview of LCI & its current fleet size.[07:45-18:00] LCI's performance in 2020.[18:00-24:00] Did lease rates take a significant hit in 2020?[24:00-28:23] Market outlook for 2021.[28:24-30:30] Thoughts on UAM.

专访普惠加拿大中国销售与业务发展总经理卢丹[0:00-03:20] 简要介绍了卢丹女士及其进入航空业的过程[03:29-07:00] 普惠产品线的介绍[07:07-12:28] 普惠的里程碑以及在中国市场获得的成就[12:31-18:35] 普惠产品赢在“源于积累，胜在创新”[18:47-21:24] 介绍普惠在各个领域最受欢迎的发动机类型[21:25-24:03] 本地化售后维修服务[24:07-25:06] 普惠产品在全球的分布[25:07-29:33] 分享对中国通航市场发展现状的看法[29:50-32:49] 疫情下的通航市场面临的挑战[32:54-36:45] 疫情后的新应用：短途运输[36:46-39:52] 如何看待“无人机将会取代传统通航工作”这一说法[39:58-41:46] 对以后直升机市场发展有什么期待？[41:50-43:17] 加普惠未来的发展布局和策略？

专访华龙航空维修副总裁苏有生先生本期内容：[0:00-09:00] 苏有生先生的介绍以及对公务机行业的展望[09:16-11:20] 介绍华龙集团[11:21-13:12] 2020年的成就[13:22-22:08] 维修运营管理的工匠精神[22:17-29:47] 分享培训心得[29:48-33:20] 维修运营复杂化问题[33:23-37:56] 如何面对通航环境的恶化导致的运营挑战[37:57-39:39] 新冠疫情的爆发对飞行培训业务带来的影响[39:40-40:49] 预测：未来十年行业需要多少专业的维修人才[40:51-42:02] 行业应该怎样去吸引更多的人才加入这一行业[42:04-43:50] 探讨中国公务航空未来的发展和华龙航空未来的计划

Grant Crenfeldt, Salus Aviation's Head of Operations, begins this AsianSky Cast episode by telling ASG's Jeffrey Lowe how his fascination with aviation began at three years old when he started building model aircraft, and how he still to this day builds radio-controlled aircraft. Grant then talks through why he recently joined Salus Aviation, explaining that the company's recent acquisitions is building the company into a one-stop shop offering nose to tail service and repairs, as well as helicopter and fixed wing sales, and flight training. Jeff then asks Grant to talk through the Salus footprint in New Zealand and the facilities in each of its location, as well as where the company sees opportunities for further expansion. Other topics discussed include whether being based in New Zealand is a hinderance because of its geographic location, and what the Salus Aviation definition of ‘nose to tail' is when it comes to maintenance services.Grant then talks through the partnership that Salus Aviation has with Air Methods, including how Salus will convert ex EMS helicopters into other roles ready to be sold on. Finally, Jeffrey asks Grant to speak about the future for Salus, and how the company has been affected by COVID-19.

Asian Sky Group's Jeffrey Lowe talks to Dassault Falcon Jet's Senior Vice President, Customer Service, Geoff Chick about how he began his career with crop dusting aircraft, moved to Canadian Airlines, before joining Dassault 14 years ago.The pair begin by talking about how Dassault's customer support has grown into being recognized as the top in the industry, and how the company has kept that top spot for several years. They then speak about Dassault's recent acquisitions of MRO companies, and how that will benefit Falcon owners in the future.Geoff talks through the benefits of using an OEM service centre, before talking though the plans that Dassault is putting in place for when the Falcon 6X enters service. As the closing subject, Jeffrey asks Geoff about how much of an impact COVID-19 has made to maintenance schedules.

In this Asian Skycast episode Jeffrey Lowe talks to Execujet Haite's General Manager Paul Desgrosseilliers, who first went to China to assist with managing the business jet traffic during the 2008 Beijing summer Olympic Games. They talk through how Paul went back to the US for a few months, before transferring with TAG to Beijing. They then talk about Paul joining Execujet Haite and moving to Tianjin, and the challenges of building up the infrastructure needed at Tainjin's airport.Paul talks about getting the engineering talent in place, and more importantly, retaining it within the company, saying that many of the team has been with the company since the beginning. Paul and Jeff then talk about the Tianjin facility, about how the company's reputation is growing, and how an announcement might come soon about further expansion at the airport.The conversation then moves onto the expansion of services, with Paul saying that the company will begin offering cabin refurbishment services, most likely in the second half of 2021.The conversation closes off with talk of infrastructure in China, as well as opportunities for more MROs, and FBOs.

Comlux's Rita David on the company's 767BBJ SkyLady refurbishment and ACJ220 completionsRita David, Asia Pacific Sales Director for Comlux, talks to ASG's Jeffrey Lowe about Comlux's positioning in Asia, and about being the launch customer for the new Airbus ACJ220.They begin by talking through how Rita first got into business aviation by joining Jet Asia, and then joining Comlux eight years ago. They then talk about the three widebody aircraft in the Comlux charter fleet, with Rita talking in depth about the recent four-month upgrade program to its Boeing 767BBJ called SkyLady.Finally, Rita speaks about the Airbus ACJ220, of which Comlux is not only the first company that will complete an ACJ220 cabin interior, but is also the launch customer, with two aircraft on order.

[Chinese-language Episode] Mike Shih, Vice President of Textron Aviation's Strategy and Sales in China, speaks with ASG's Jessie Ran about how Textron Aviation is working with the Government to develop policies beneficial to GA - particularly for the commuter and cargo markets; the need for more infrastructure; demand for short-range flights within China; and Textron's product line. Mike then discusses the qualities that make Textron Aviation competitive and the future of the company in China.

[Chinese-language Episode] Jason Zhang, Shanghai-based Operations Manager & Designated Airworthiness Inspector from the Bermuda Aircraft Registry, speaks with ASG's Jessie Ran about how the Registry serves the Chinese GA market, the challenges the industry faces, aircraft maintenance standards, and the value the registry brings to its clients.

[English-language Episode] Fred Lefebvre, Vice President, Sales & Marketing of Pratt & Whitney, speaks with ASG's Jeffrey Lowe on the manufacturer's engine portfolio - including the PW800 & PT6E, the company's support for its customers in China, the growth of GA in China, the limitations of the low-altitude airspace & other challenges, and expectations for the future of GA in China.

[Chinese-language Episode] Yelena Zhang, Vice President of EHang - the leading autonomous aerial vehicle (AAV) technology platform company - speaks with ASG's Jessie Ran about how the company started out, its vision in those early days, its work in logistics & emergency services, the impacts of COVID-19, Government support, and the future of Urban Air Mobility in China and worldwide.

Asian Sky Group's Jeffrey Lowe Moderates a Virtual Discussion on Aircraft Charter in the Asia-Pacific Region.PANELISTS:Ian Moore, Chief Commercial Officer of VistaJet,Keith Tsang, VP Sales, Asia Pacific of OJets,Minnie Kan, Head of Business Development of Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre.In the second part of this discussion, the panelists discuss illegal aircraft charter and the future of the charter market:- Is COVID-19 providing an opportunity for illegal charter;- Decreased number of owner aircraft available for charter;- The inadequacy of the charter fleet in Asia;- Solutions to illegal charter;- Future outlook for aircraft charter in Asia.For more details on Virtual Charter Week, click here.