Podcasts about aircraft owners

Please checkout this live mentoring conversation with the up and coming generation of private aviation culinary professionals including one who is also pursuing a professional pilot career. Join Executive Chef Young Park, the founder of First Chime and I as we discuss in detail the rewarding opportunities of catering meals for private jet passengers.You'll meet Kailyn Williams, a recent graduate of DuVal High School's Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology program who is currently pursuing a degree in aviation at Delaware State University with a concentration in professional pilot training, and Christian Gray, who is currently in his first year at Frederick Community College studying business with plans to transfer to a four-year, then eventually study business law, and is currently employed by First Chime a Prep Cook.Chef Young Park offers a grass roots perspective on often an overlooked aspect of private aviation, sharing her story of transitioning from being a corporate flight attendant to becoming a renown executive chef. She attributes much of First Chime's Michelin Star level of service to her culinary partnership, inspiration, and guidance from Michelin-starred Chef Pangaud.As a way of giving back, Chef Park visits and speaks to high school and college students who have a passion for cooking and suggests they explore applying that passion to private aviation catering. To solidify their involvement she created an internship program and offers a Yong-Sung Park Scholarship annually.This show is also available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented podcast and webcast available wherever you get your podcasts as well as YouTube, Facebook, and Linkedin. Its primary objective is to provide insight on the plethora of opportunities and possibilities in the commercial and private aviation as well as aerospace. Its executive producer, host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies regularly for personal and business. Navy Veteran Mickens' background includes executive roles for the last couple of decades with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation. He also had all a 28-year broadcast journalism career that included working in 7 major television and radio markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and Linkedin.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Attention all students looking for scholarship support in pursuit of a career in aviation. Hear all of the details, inside perspectives, and application strategies from two leading aviation organizations focused on giving a boost to aspiring young aviation professionals. Joining me is Tracie Carwile, the CEO & Executive Director on the Board of Directors for Women in Corporate Aviation (WCA) who also is the Vice President of Global Sales and Inclusion for GGT Worldwise; and Rebecca (Becca) Greskoviak, the Scholarship and Fund Stewardship Coordinator for the EAA Aviation Foundation part of the Experimental Aircraft Association.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented podcast and webcast available wherever you get your podcasts as well as YouTube, Facebook, and Linkedin. Its primary objective is to provide insight on the plethora of opportunities and possibilities in the commercial and private aviation as well as aerospace. Its executive producer, host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies regularly for personal and business. Navy Veteran Mickens' background includes executive roles for the last couple of decades with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation. He also had all a 28-year broadcast journalism career that included working in 7 major television and radio markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and Linkedin.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

WARBIRD RADIO – We sit down with Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) President Darren Pleasance for an in-depth conversation about the vital role AOPA plays in the aviation community. As the leader of America's largest aviation advocacy group, Darren not only works on behalf of pilots in Washington, D.C., but he's also a dedicated warbird pilot himself, flying the T-6 Texan and the legendary P-51 Mustang.AOPA's mission extends far beyond advocacy, and in this special episode, Darren highlights key programs that directly impact warbird operators. From safety initiatives to pilot resources and preservation efforts, AOPA is committed to ensuring these historic aircraft remain in the skies for generations to come.Joining the conversation is Mike Ginter, AOPA's Senior Vice President of the Air Safety Institute. A former T-6 owner and retired U.S. Naval Aviator, Mike brings decades of experience to the discussion. And he's got big news—an exciting announcement rolling out this summer that will benefit warbird pilots and general aviation enthusiasts alike.Don't miss this must-hear episode of Warbird Radio. Tune in now, and be sure to sign up for our newsletter at WarbirdRadio.com so you never miss an update!QUICK LINK: https://www.aopa.org/#aopa #warbirdradio #warbirds #aviationsafetyinstitueSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/warbird-radio/donations

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Robert Blake Whitehill, author of the book Deadrise. Robert was born into a Quaker family in Mardela Springs, just outside Salisbury on Maryland's Eastern Shore peninsula. He grew up sailing the Chesapeake Bay, and one of her most beautiful tributaries, the Chester River. After graduating from Westtown School, Whitehill stayed in Pennsylvania to earn his B.A. in creative writing at Haverford and Bryn Mawr Colleges. Later he trained as an actor at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, and at The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre in New York City. He is the author of the award-winning, critically acclaimed, multi-category, international Kindle bestselling Ben Blackshaw thrillers, which currently has six titles, and audiobooks in the works in German and English. Whitehill lives in New Jersey with his wife and son. When he wasn't sailing, or knocking around the sky in a Cessna 152, Whitehill published several articles about his home waters in Chesapeake Bay Magazine. He is also the managing partner of Calaveras Media LLC, a feature film and television development company. He is a member of SAG-AFTRA, International Thriller Writers, GPA Aviation Club, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, and served for a number of years as an EMT-B with the Montclair Ambulance Unit.   In my book review, I stated Deadrise, a thriller, is Book #1 in The Ben Blackshaw Series. If you love a Tom Clancy kind of novel, then you will love this series. We meet Ben underwater - clamming in the Chesapeake Bay near Smith Island. However, instead of finding clams, he finds a sunken boat, 19 boxes of gold bouillon, a dirty bomb, and his dead father - a man he hasn't seen in 15 years. His clamming partner, Knocker Ellis, isn't as surprised as he should be, nor are the other inhabitants of the island. When Maynard Chalk learns his deal has gone sour, and that Ben's father is to blame, he comes to the island to get his money and the bomb - but Ben has other plans. I loved Robert's characters, and especially loved that Smith Island with all her quirky inhabitants was as much of a characters as Ben. If you love a good thriller with all the twists and turns, and great characters, then you will want to read Deadrise.  Purchase Deadrise on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/48Z8iAr Kindle: https://amzn.to/48Z8iAr     Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290   You can follow Author Robert Blake Whitehill Website: www.robertblakewhitehill.com X: @rbwhitehill IG: @robertblakewhitehill FB: @Robert Blake Whitehill Bluesky: @rbwhitehill   Purchase Deadrise on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/48Z8iAr Ebook: https://amzn.to/48Z8iAr   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   #robertblakewhitehill #deadrise #thriller #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

While discussing the origin of her storied flying career, Captain Theresa Claiborne and I had an inspiring roundtable airline career mentoring talk with three very impressive aspiring aviators who are all well on their way towards flying professionally one day.Joining us were Abby Awosanya, a commercial pilot with a multiengine rating and is a certified instrument flight instructor who graduated from the United Airlines Aviate Academy. Prior to her flight training, Abby received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. She actively volunteers for organizations like Sisters of the Skies, OBAP (the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals), and Women in Aviation International (WAI).Oded Vazquez, who is originally from Cuba started flying only a few years ago after she discovered it was something she could do for a career and had a passion for. She has her private pilots license and is currently working on her commercial license. Her day job is working as a successful real estate agent with the Nova Realty Group, a Redfin Partner in Miami. Oded has Bachelors in International Relations from Florida International University.Mariah Ervin is the youngest of the group and currently at student at Elizabeth City State University. She is very involved with the ECSU OBAP chapter and serves as their Director of Public Relations. Mariah has her private pilot certificate with an instrument rating and is now working on her commercial pilot certification.Captain Theresa Claiborne has a storied aviation career that began during ROTC in college and manifested into her becoming the first Black woman United States Air Force Pilot followed by 34 years as a United Airlines pilot flying all of the Boeing aircraft in its fleet. She most recently was the captain of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner which she did her “retirement” flight in with family and friends. Captain Claiborne was also the 2024 recipient of the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Aviation Inspiration Award as part of AOPA Bob Hoover Trophy event honors and is a founding member of ‘Sisters of the Skies' an organization dedicated to furthering careers of aspiring young aviation professionals.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented podcast and webcast available wherever you get your podcasts as well as YouTube, Facebook, and Linkedin. Its primary objective is to provide insight on the plethora of opportunities and possibilities in the commercial and private aviation as well as aerospace. Its executive producer, host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies regularly for personal and business. Navy Veteran Mickens' background includes executive roles for the last couple of decades with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation. He also had all a 28-year broadcast journalism career that included working in 7 major television and radio markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and Linkedin.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Starting their 30th year with great recognition, Go Rentals co-founder and CEO Kaye Gitibin is being honored at the 22nd Annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards Gala with the Eren Ozmen Aviation Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Highly appropriate given their modest start with one location with a little over a handful of vehicles to over 250 locations and growing. I feel privileged knowing Kaye and being friends for nearly three decades. Even for me, the interview was very insightful, enlightening, and inspiring.Go Rentals, a family-owned business, was founded in 1995 by brothers Kaye and Kavous Gitibin to meet a clear need for a high-touch, quality vehicle rental service for discerning business and leisure travelers. Since its launch, Go Rentals has grown into a leading rental service company with unrivaled knowledge, experience, and passion for aviation and hospitality.Today, Go Rentals continues to cater to the needs of Guests as well as aviation, travel, and hospitality professionals, with an extraordinary level of personalized service, beautifully maintained vehicles, and a dedicated team who go to heroic lengths to make the travel experience enjoyable, memorable, and convenient.Service is Go Rentals passion. By fostering strong, meaningful relationships with clients and partners alike, Go Rentals has continued to expand its reach and reputation to airports, FBOs, world-class hotels and resorts nationwide. Go Rentals is committed to finding, training, and retaining the best talent in aviation, customer service, hospitality, and transportation, who share its company's core values and passion for always putting the client first.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented podcast and webcast available wherever you get your podcasts as well as YouTube, Facebook, and Linkedin. It's primary objective is to provide insight on the plethora of opportunities and possibilities in the commercial and private aviation as well as aerospace. Its executive producer, host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies regularly for personal and business. Navy Veteran Mickens' background includes executive roles for the last couple of decades with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation. He also had all a 28-year broadcast journalism career that included working in 7 major television and radio markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and Linkedin.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Episode Title: Opportunities in the Aviation Industry for Non-Pilots In this episode of Fly the Transition, Jim explores the wide range of career opportunities in the aviation industry for those who aren't eligible or interested in becoming pilots. From air traffic control to aircraft maintenance, discover the many ways to be part of the aviation world without flying the planes. If you're passionate about aviation, this episode will open your eyes to the exciting possibilities. Understanding the Broad Scope of Aviation Careers Aviation is more than just pilots—learn about the essential roles that keep the industry running smoothly. Key Non-Pilot Roles in Aviation Explore careers such as Air Traffic Controller, Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Flight Dispatcher, Aviation Safety Inspector, Aviation Management, and Aviation Educator. How to Get Started in a Non-Pilot Aviation Career Discover the education, training, networking, and entry-level opportunities to launch your aviation career. Why Aviation is a Great Career Choice, Even Without Flying Find out why a career in aviation offers excitement, growth, and fulfillment, even if you're not in the cockpit. Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA):Visit the AOPA Website for resources on aviation career opportunities and training. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Career Resources:Check out the FAA Website for official guidance on career paths, certifications, and training programs in the aviation industry. Aviation Careers Podcast:Tune in to Aviation Careers Podcast for insights into various aviation careers beyond piloting. If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our Discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by email or social media. Website: ⁠www.flyingmidwest.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠Fly the Transition⁠ Jim on Instagram: ⁠@flymidwestjim⁠ Email: ⁠Flythetransition@gmail.com⁠ Support our sponsors and affiliates who help make this podcast possible! Lightspeed Headsets:Shop Lightspeed Flying Eyes Sunglasses:Shop Flying EyesUse code Flyingmidwest10 for 10% off your purchase! Grab your official podcast gear at ⁠flyingmidwest.com/merch⁠.

NASA is looking for aspiring aerospace professionals from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about the opportunities and possibilities with all that NASA offers. My conversation included expertise and guidance from `Mai Miller, the NASA Pathways Program Coordinator, at the NASA Kennedy Space Center, and personal insight and perspectives from current NASA Pathways interns Cedric Anderson at the Marshall Space Flight Center and Mercedes George at NASA's Johnson Space Center, as well as interns who are now full-time NASA employees, Jaden Chambers, a robotics engineer at the NASA Kennedy Space Center and SanJog Gururaj, a software engineer at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens' background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

This is Part 2 of a 2-part interview I did with Anna Meredith. Her husband, Adam, checked into the hospital on September 5th, 2023 for routine procedures. Just two days later she received a call that she never expected.  “I'm so sorry, Mrs. Meredith…it appears your husband has had a stroke, and he has passed away.”  In this true story of Adam's call to Heaven and back, he and Anna recall their experiences from opposite sides of eternity. As Anna processes the biggest heartbreak in her life, Adam wrestles with his greatest questions about his faith and trust in God. In sixty unresponsive minutes, Adam finds his belief and faith have turned to knowledge, and he will never be the same again. There is a profound message in this conversation, and I know you'll enjoy it. So sit back and listen in as Anna Meredith shares her story!   ------------------- Adam Provost Meredith was a devout man of faith, dedicated family man, brilliant entrepreneur, and loyal friend. He had an endless vault of talents and passions which he selflessly shared, particularly in his leadership role at Celebrate Recovery ministry.  Adam began his education at the University of Colorado, earning his undergrad in Political Science and Economics. In 1999, after earning his MBA/MSF in International Business from Boston College, Adam began his banking career at Eastern Bank. Soon after, his passion for cars inspired him to co-found the automotive distributor TJM Motorsport in Concord, NH. He also held a passion for flying which landed him a job as a senior lender at  Santander's Aircraft Lending Group in Manchester, NH. He was then recruited by Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association in 2013 to form a new member services group as President of AOPA Finance, where he helped it grow to the largest aircraft financing broker in the nation. He proudly represented AOPA as a board member of National Aircraft Finance Association for two terms from 2015 -2021. Adam was a man dedicated to his family, including his wife, Anna Irena Meredith, and his sons, Donald Provost (15), and Karl Herbst (14). He was a beacon of faith, family, ambition, courage, love, and resilience, and his gentle personality continues to resonate within the hearts of everyone he encountered.  On December 11, 2023, he peacefully returned to his Maker after a fierce three-year battle with cancer. Love God, live in the moment, have no regrets, and do not be afraid to follow your dreams.   This is the legacy Adam Provost Meredith is forever leaving behind.   ----------------   Gone for 60 Minutes: How My Near Death Experience Took Me From Believing to Knowing is available now on Amazon.  

Without a doubt, this is one of the most emotional interviews we've ever done on this podcast. In fact, it is such a powerful episode that we decided to break it into 2 Parts so that you can let the story and the message really sink in. In this episode -- Part 1 -- you start to hear the story of Adam Meredith. You will learn about the beautiful life he created with his wife, Anna, and his two sons, and the deep love and connection they all had. You are gong to hear about his passions and hobbies in life, and how he was a man of faith. You will also learn how the family handled the news when he was diagnosed with cancer.  This episode sets the stage for the Part 2 where you will hear about Adam's near death experience and the message he was told to come back and share.  Listen to this one first so you get to know the Adam and learn about his family and his life. It will make you even more interested to listen to Part 2 which is coming soon.   ----------------- Adam Provost Meredith was a devout man of faith, dedicated family man, brilliant entrepreneur, and loyal friend. He had an endless vault of talents and passions which he selflessly shared, particularly in his leadership role at Celebrate Recovery ministry.  Adam began his education at the University of Colorado, earning his undergrad in Political Science and Economics. In 1999, after earning his MBA/MSF in International Business from Boston College, Adam began his banking career at Eastern Bank. Soon after, his passion for cars inspired him to co-found the automotive distributor TJM Motorsport in Concord, NH. He also held a passion for flying which landed him a job as a senior lender at  Santander's Aircraft Lending Group in Manchester, NH. He was then recruited by Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association in 2013 to form a new member services group as President of AOPA Finance, where he helped it grow to the largest aircraft financing broker in the nation. He proudly represented AOPA as a board member of National Aircraft Finance Association for two terms from 2015 -2021. Adam was a man dedicated to his family, including his wife, Anna Irena Meredith, and his sons, Donald Provost (15), and Karl Herbst (14). He was a beacon of faith, family, ambition, courage, love, and resilience, and his gentle personality continues to resonate within the hearts of everyone he encountered.  On December 11, 2023, he peacefully returned to his Maker after a fierce three-year battle with cancer. Love God, live in the moment, have no regrets, and do not be afraid to follow your dreams.   This is the legacy Adam Provost Meredith is forever leaving behind.   -------   Click here to order the book, Gone for 60 Minutes.      

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) COO talks Saturday's National Celebration of General Aviation DC Flyover and more.

Earlier this year, I had the privilege of visiting and touring the DaVinci Inflight Training Institute which is adjacent to the Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport. Besides being impressed with what I saw at this state of the art cabin crew member professional training facility, I had an enlightening sidebar conversation with Paula Kraft that made me ask, how soon can you be a guest on my show?Her awe-inspiring family aviation lineage along with her distinguished accomplishments in inflight catering and cabin crew member training will inspire anyone who likes cooking and traveling. Her extensive accomplishments range from world-class expertise in corporate inflight food service and corporate flight attendants services, to food safety management, handling, and mitigation. Paula is also the founder of Tastefully Yours Catering.DaVinci InFlight Training Institute covers everything from Culinary, Cabin Safety, and Elite Service Training, to Sommelier, Butler, and Aviation Security/Awareness Training. So again, if you have ever considered a career in catering for the private jet/business aviation industry, you'll want to hear all that Paula has to share. All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens' background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Airport management legend Angela Gittens talks openly with me and shares insight about her distinguished aviation career, her unexpected career path, and the rewards of her accomplishments. Angela has served as the Director General of Airports Council International (ACI World) before retiring in 2020; she was CEO for Miami International and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta airports; and in addition to serving on numerous aviation industry boards and committees, was on the FAA Management Advisory Committee of the Transportation Research Board and the Board of Directors of JetBlue Airways. She has also been enshrined in the National Aviation Hall of Fame.During our conversation, Angela offered mentoring advice to  aspiring young aviation professional Shauntel Clarke, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduate student on the verge of graduating with a Master of Science degree in Aviation/Aerospace Operations, Management, and Sustainability from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona  Beach, Florida.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens' background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide. including the rewards and challenges of running to of the largest airport operations in the U.S., Miami International and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta airports, as well as serving as Director General of Airports Council International (ACI World).All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Looking for career opportunities and possibilities in aviation and aerospace? Join me as we share a detailed overview of the Women in Aviation International 2024 conference taking place March 21-24 at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida are Lynda Coffman, the newly selected CEO of Women in Aviation International (WAI), and Stephanie Kenyon, recently promoted to the position of WAI's COO. In addition to hearing Lynda's vision for WAI, the three of us will talk about every aspect of this incredible event, the newest initiatives, and how WAI engages with current as well as prospective members.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens' background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Everything you have ever wanted to know about the helicopter industry with 60 plus helicopters on display along with over 600 helicopter industry exhibitors. has gotten even better. The Helicopter Association International has evolved into the Vertical Aviation International. To talk about Heli-Expo in detail are my guests James Viola, President and CEO, Helicopter Association International (HAI); Gregory Brown, Director, Education & Training Services, HAI; Bailey Wood, Strategic Communications, HAI.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens' background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

I had the pleasure of spending the day at one of the many 'Girls in Aviation' day events, this one hosted by the Capital Region Chapter of Women in Aviation International taking place in the hangar of Signature Flight Support at Reagan National airport in Washington, D.C. During my livestream broadcast, I was joined by guest co-hosts Ruth-Ann Sutherland, a Trip Service Specialist at Grandview Aviation who recently completed her Air Traffic Controller studies at the Community College of Baltimore County, and Mia Anderson, a 18-year old Private Pilot with both single engine land and glider certifications as well as the founder of the non-profit, Air Ambition.Moranda Reilly, Vice President of the Capital Region Chapter of Women in Aviation International; Project Manager, Data Comm Outreach, Metrics, and Benefits, Space & Airborne Systems, L3Harris TechnologiesKelly Murphy, Director of Communications, Editor-in-Chief of Aviation for Women and Aviation for Girls at Women in Aviation International.Katherine Turner, Assistant Principal, Stuart-Hobson Middle School, The Capital School Cluster.Ivon Aheart, Coordinator, Airlines for AmericaSanchia Rivera-Beckno, Regional Vice President of Operations, General Manager, Signature Flight Support, IADLisa Sullivan, Executive Vice President, Travel and Transportation, IdemiaMegan Brien, Manager, Meetings and Member Engagement, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)Megan Lundy, First Officer, PSA AirlinesMarcia Chin, Flight Attendant, PSA AirlinesJon Standley, Senior Manager Business Development, Missions Networks and Space & Airborne Systems, L3Harris TechnologiesAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens' background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

A one-on-one illuminating conversation with Billy Nolen, the Chief Safety Officer for Archer Aviation after recently leading the FAA as Acting Administrator. Billy and I talked on a range of aviation related subjects, from his over three decade flying and flight safety career, to how Archer Aviation is paving a significant path in Advanced Air Mobility with its 'Midnight' eVTOL aircraft currently in the flight testing phase towards passenger carrying FAA certification. With Archer being one of the leading Advance Air Mobility trailblazing companies, Billy shares his insight about its forward momentum in this surging segment of the aviation and aerospace industries, which translates into jobs, jobs, and more jobs in technology, design, air traffic management, and just about everything else that you can think of.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens' background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Ruth-Ann Sutherland, Trip Service Specialist, GrandView AviationAnna Cutter, Sales and Charter Coordinator, Cutter AviationYarisse Adorno Oyola, Graduate Student, Florida Institute of Technology, Graduate Research AssistantShauntel Clarke, MS Aviation, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens' background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Now here's an area of aviation that you don't hear talked about that often, even though it is an essential aspect of the industry. I thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to have a roundtable chat with a couple of seasoned aircraft sales professionals along with two relatively new young aircraft sales professionals, all of whom provided great insight.Given the great opportunities available in the industry today, it seemed more than appropriate and timely to check-in with the leadership and members of GLADA the Global Licensed Aircraft Dealers Association to get their perspective on this rewarding aviation career. A highlight was talking with  the two young aviation professionals about their budding careers and the paths they took to get where they currently are.Joining me were Christina Blair, Operating Director, GLADA; Gary Anzalone, GLADA Board Member and Co-founder as well as the Co-founder and Managing Director of Equus Global Aviation; Danielle McCauley, Sales Executive, Equus Global Aviation and GLADA member; and Mitchell Flinn, Flinn Aviation, and GLADA member.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Meet my guests Carol Dean, the Founder and Chairman and currently a Boeing 757 pilot for FedEx; Cheryl Pitzer, Former MD-11 Chief Pilot, currently flying for FedEx, also an MD-10 volunteer pilot for Orbis International, and a Board Director; Christine Kelley, F-35 Contract Instructor pilot for Lockheed Martin at Eglin AFB, and is the Secretary of the Board; aspiring Grand Dame Sydney Bethea, flies with the Civil Air Patrol, is currently pursuing a commercial pilot rating; and aspiring Grand Dame Cherry Kan is a Flight Operations Technical Writer for a Part 135 operator and pursuing becoming a corporate pilot.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) has recognized Lt. Col. Herbert W. (Bill) Powley, USAF (Ret.), as the 2023 inductee into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame. Powley joins an elite group of individuals who have been recognized for their significant contributions to flight instruction. Powley graduated from the Air Force Academy and served more than 23 years as a fighter pilot, flight instructor, and test pilot, including two tours in Vietnam flying 347 missions in the F-4 and A-7. After his retirement from the Air Force in 1991, Powley continued to share his passion for aviation by volunteering his time to train pilots. He founded FLIGHT Foundation (Flight Lesson Instructional Grants Helping Teens) and has personally raised over $1.9 million. He has flown almost 12,000 students on more than 4,000 discovery flights, most of which were free. Powley has been an active member and leader in many aviation organizations, including the Air Force Association, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, the Experimental Aircraft Association and NAFI.  In 2010 he received the A Scott Crossfield Aerospace Science Teacher of the Year Award from the National Aviation Hall of Fame. The Tennessee Aviation Hall of Fame (TAHOF) created a special award to recognize him that same year (Tennessee Aviation Person of the Year). In 2011 he received Tennessee's highest aviation recognition -the Career Contributions to Aviation Award and, in 2013, was inducted into the Tennessee Aviation Hall-of-Fame.

Hear firsthand from the leadership of the National Aviation Hall of Fame about their mission, history, education initiatives, and this year's Enshrinee Class of 2023.Joining me are:James Cooling, NAHF Chairman of the Board and founding partner of Cooling and Herbers, P.C.Aimee Maruyama, NAHF President and CEODouglas Schwartz, NAHF Vice Chairman of the BoardAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Want to  be an airline pilot? Let Delta Air Lines tell you how through their very versatile Propel Pilot Career Pathways program which provides four different ways to pursue a professional pilot career. Join my conversation with the Propel team along with two actively flying Delta pilots who came up through the Propel program.My guests include:Kelvin Mason, the General Manager of Delta Air Lines Propel Pilot Career PathwaysMartin Rottler, Manager of Pilot Development, PropelJackie Austin, Manager of Propel Company & AcademyRonald McKenzie, First Officer, Boeing 737, Delta Air LinesHemal Kataria, First Officer, Boeing 767/757, Delta Air LinesAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

One of the greatest things to happen for high school curriculums is the addition of aviation STEM related courses. The relatively new Tango Flight program is a prime example of what can be done to inspire high school age students to pursue careers in the aviation and aerospace sectors of technology. I had for incredible guests including the founder of Tango Flight, Dan Weyant; the Vice President of Engineering Programs for Airbus Americas, Inc., John O'Leary; the Director of the Pryor High School Innovation Center; and an impressive former high school student and benefactor of Tango Flight who is currently a certified Airframe and Powerplant technician, Emily Moore.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

On Thursday, July 27th during EAA AirVenture at Oshkosh, I live streamed on location from the EAA Youth Education Center located in the EAA Aviation Museum and was able to speak to a couple of lady aviators who were actually camping on the airport grounds there at Wittman Regional airport, as well as from Paul Maloy, the EAA Youth Education Center, Director of Education.My special guests were Refilwe Ledwaba an accomplished helicopter and fixed-wing pilot visiting all the way from Johannesburg, South Africa.Adriana Barragan, an aerospace engineer who is originally from Mexico, but is currently a Certified Flight Instructor flying in Savannah, Georgia.And, Paul Maloy, a former middle school teacher and currently the Director of Education at the EAA Youth Education Center located at the EAA Aviation Museum.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Every year the Women in Corporate Aviation organization award a variety of aviation scholarships to aspiring aviation professionals, whether they are just beginning their careers, joining aviation from another industry entirely, or advancing their existing aviation career. WCA scholarships support careers in everything from aviation maintenance and being a professional pilot to corporate flight attendant training, aviation management and regulatory careers.Joining me for this enlightening conversation about their aviation career aspirations are:Tara Serocki, WCA Scholarship Recipient; Certified Flight Instructor, Oklahoma State University.Meagan Pravden, WCA Scholarship Recipient and Florida based Corporate Flight Attendant.Lorine Brouet, WCA Scholarship Recipient; Aspiring Corporate Flight Attendant.Cristina Estribi, WCA Scholarship Recipient and currently a senior studying Aviation Management at the Universidad Tecnologica in Panama City, Panama.Pamela Rose, WCA Scholarship Recipient; Corporate Flight Attendant.Jim Huntoon, WCA Scholarship Coordinator and Director of Fleet & MRO Partnerships for Viasat.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Hear what representatives from Delta Air Lines and Airbus Americas have to say about their exhibition and participation at annual summer mega aviation event, EAA AirVenture at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.It is the biggest of the many aviation events that provides not only a great environment for aviation enthusiasts, but a great aviation festival of sorts for young people and anyone interested in and fascinated by aviation to attend, get inspired, and be exposed to an infinite number of opportunities in aviation and aerospace. Of the over 800 exhibitors participating, please join my conversation with the following:Captain Patrick Burns, the Vice President of Flight Operations and the System Chief Pilot for Delta Air Lines.Michelle Hurdle, the Director of Workforce and Economic Development for Airbus Americas, Inc.Shalini Passales, the Enterprise Sales Manager, Global Sales, for Delta Air Lines.Nicole Jovicevic, the Early Career Program Manager for Airbus Americas, Inc.This extraordinary outdoor aviation extravaganza taking place Monday thru Sunday. July 24th thru the 30th will attract over 650,000 aviation enthusiasts from around the world during that 7-day period, have over 10,000 airplanes fly-in, have 800 plus exhibitors on display, and have some 1,400 aviation STEM-centric forums and workshops.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

It's the biggest outdoor aviation extravaganza that takes place annually at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Over a Monday thru Sunday seven day period, an estimated 650,000 aviation enthusiasts from around the world will attend, over 10,000 airplanes will fly-in, 800 plus exhibitors will be on display, and there will be 1,400 aviation STEM-centric forums and workshops.Telling us about what to expect are: Dick Knapinski, the Director of Communications for the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)Paul Maloy, the Director of Education, EAA Youth Education Center, Experimental Aircraft AssociationAlyssa Horpedahl, Program Manager, EAA Youth Education Center, Experimental Aircraft AssociationDanielle Schmick, Program Manager, AeroEducate, Experimental Aircraft AssociationAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

GUEST OVERVIEW: Ben Morgan is Chief Executive Officer of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association of Australia and a passionate advocate for advancement of general aviation throughout Australia.

I was live on the campus of a very special and unique college located in the heart of Flushing, Queens, New York, directly across the street from LaGuardia Airport and about 10 minutes from Arthur Ashe Stadium. What a great conversation with the President, the Director of Career Services, and several students talking about the variety of aviation and technology disciplines this almost hidden New York gem offers. My guests included:Sharon DeVivo, President and Chief Executive Officer, and a Board of Trustees Member, at Vaughn CollegeChaundra Daniels, Director of Career Services, and Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion CommitteeMaria Fajardo is majoring in Electrical Engineering Technology and Avionics with a minor in Air Traffic Control.Joshua Harripaul is studying Aviation Maintenance to get his Aircraft and Powerplant (A&P) certification along with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering and is on track to become a professional pilot.Boyuan Chen has a Bachelors Degree in Airport Management and in addition to pursuing his Masters, is also studying for his Aircraft and Powerplant certification.Jewel Fletcher who is also on track to become a professional pilot is pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Aeronautical Sciences.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

If you are aspiring to become a culinary professional, love aviation, and want to combine the two, learn all there is to know about a very unique, specialized segment of the private aviation travel industry, inflight catering services for private and corporate jets, you won't want to miss what these seasoned, successful private jet caterers have to say: Young Park, the Founder and Executive Chef of First ChimeJean-Pierre Giron, the Executive Chef and Co-Owner of The Art of Cooking LLC, AOC Inflight Catering.Steve Sipprell, the founder of STEVIE's Inflight; Black Heart Coffee Co, GOODWIN's Restaurants Chicago.John Detloff, the Chief Operations Officer, DaVinci Training Institute.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Hear these great stories about shared experiences between father and son aviators. My guests include:Jeffery Smith, Helicopter Chief Pilot, R.O.P. Aviation and Chair, General Aviation Helicopter Association International (HAI)His son, Jack Smith, International Captain, Gulfstream 650ER, Part 91 Flight OperationThomas King, President, LuftKing AeroSolutions, Retired Captain, U.S. Coast GuardHis son, Captain Jared King, U.S. Coast Guard, Acting Deputy Director, Acquisition Programs; Chief of Aviation Acquisition; Assistant Program Executive Officer.Dennis Hayes, Commercial Pilot, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), Aircraft Owner and OperatorHis son, Austin Hayes, Professional Pilot for a Part 135 Charter Operator, Lear 45 and 75All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

On June 21st and 22nd, the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) will hold an Air Charter Summit in the Washington, D.C. area at the Gaylord Resort and Convention Center at National Harbor.As you'll hear during this special preview, this summit is designed exclusively for air charter industry leaders to provide a firsthand view of the regulatory landscape from top agency officials and business intelligence to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. We'll talk about the planned agenda that will tackle timely topics including public charter, aviation infrastructure, illegal charter mitigation, and FAA Reauthorization, to help Part 135 operators address today's challenges while leveraging tomorrow's opportunities. Plan to join air charter community leaders and government decision makers to advance your acumen, strategy, and connections.Providing us with a detailed preview co-hosted by NATA's Jillian Williams are:Alan Stephens, NATA Vice President, Regulatory AffairsDavid Thompson Norton, JD, MBA, ATP,  Partner and Head of Aviation Practice, Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley, & Norton, LLPAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Being a professional helicopter pilot offers incredible flying opportunities in many industries:Corporate * TV News * Law Enforcement * Medivac * Agriculture * Military * Search & Rescue * Tourism * Construction * Utilities * Aerial Photography * Oil Rigs Transport * Cargo, etc.Meet Whirly-Girls International and Eastern Region Helicopter Council, Leonardo Helicopters AW139 Type Rating Flight Training Course scholarship winners:Elizabeth Vavashe, Professional Helicopter Pilot, ZimbabweAdele Dobler, Helicopter Captain, Everett AviationSara Stanford, Professional Helicopter Pilot, Heli ChicagoMichael Cooper, Manager, External Relations, Leonardo Helicopters, PhiladelphiaFallon Blattner, UH-60 Helicopter Captain, Bluesky Helicopters, Brackett Field AirportBlair Payton, Lead Helicopter Pilot, Executive Jet Management; Chairman, Eastern Region Helicopter CouncilAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Six Washington, D.C. area students who are pursuing careers in aviation have each received a $5,000 scholarship from the Aero Club Foundation, Washington, D.C.Zoe Denito is a second time scholarship recipient and currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Astronautical Engineering at Capitol Technology University in Washington, D. C.Patrick Gilbert is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Science at Rocky Mountain College in Montana.Kaylin Leake is currently in the Aviation Maintenance Program at the University of the District of Columbia Community College.Clint Ngwa is planning to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.Shae Stonemeier is a second time scholarship recipient and is currently enrolled at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana pursuing a degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering.Liyat Tsehai is planning to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Hear what these aviation and aerospace Moms have to say about the rewards and challenges of juggling career and family:Shannon Peterson, Regional Sales Director, Northeast, Textron AviationJackelynne Silva-Martinez, Artemis Mission Integrator, NASA Johnson Space CenterTracie Carwile, VP Global Sales & Inclusion, Global/Ground TransportVeronica Velasquez, Professional Pilot, Right Rudder Aero, LLCKizna Loosle, First Officer, Southwest Airlines, Las Vegas BasedLiz Davidson, Professional Pilot, A&P IA, Lake Clark Air Service, AlaskaAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the AOPA Air Safety Foundation, and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

It is not everyday that you meet and have an extended, enlightening, and candid conversation with a Black aerobatic airshow and air race pilot. Yes, outside of the Navy Blue Angels pilot, Lieutenant Commander Julius Bratton, Anthony Oshinuga is currently the only Black airshow aerobatic pilot actively performing, competing, and racing.Anthony Oshinuga, founder, owner, and chief pilot of Air Oshi based in Temecula, California, competed in his first US National Aerobatic Championships when he was 24, followed by the National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada at 25. By the time he was 27, he made his airshow performing debut at the Miramar Air Show, and soon after, became the first Black pilot to perform aerobatics in the Arctic Circle.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast that provides insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

An annual aviation celebration and career event is organized exclusively by student leaders within Purdue University's School of Aviation & Transportation Technology.There were over 16 types of aircraft on display from single engine trainers and helicopters to commercial airline aircraft, all taking place at Purdue University Airport.Helping me with providing an overview of Purdue University's School of Aviation & Transportation Technology are:Nicolas Shelton who wears at least three hats as Senior Vice President, Public Relations for Purdue Aviation Day, President of Aviation Ambassadors, and Vice President of the Aviation Technology Student Council.Stephanie Brown, Program Manager, Aviation SafetyAll Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented webcast providing insight on the variety of opportunities and possibilities in the aviation and aerospace industries. Its host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies frequently for both personal and business. Mickens background includes strategic partnership executive roles over the last 17 years with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, all after a 28-year broadcast journalism career working in seven major television and radio broadcast markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Live Page, and Linkedin Profile.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Environmental advocates, local leaders and the aviation industry itself all say the country's general aviation fleet needs to make the transition to cleaner-burning gas, but how to make that happen? And how fast to go? Those are questions that are sparking heated debate, including here in the Bay Area.  On this edition of KCBS In Depth, we discuss the leading role that Santa Clara County has taken in this work, and also hear why some within the industry have been critical of the county's approach, warning that moving too fast could make the skies less safe.  Guests:  Ariel Wittenberg, public health reporter, E&E News Mark Baker, president, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association   Cindy Chavez, supervisor, Santa Clara County Host: Keith Menconi 

Obtaining the correct aircraft insurance to protect your personal liability as an aircraft owner can be tough. Luckily, BWI Aviation Insurance has released a new 2022 aviation insurance guide. Those in the market for a new airplane and student pilots, can check out the article online at https://bwifly.com/aircraft-insurance/2022-aviation-insurance-guide/.

Join the NAFI family here: www.nafinet.org Watch the original interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJnklO32i0g&feature=youtu.be Visit Rod Machado's website and online storefront at: https://rodmachado.com Don't forget to join Rod Machado's CFI affiliate program: https://rodmachado.com/pages/rod-machados-cfi-bgi-product-affiliate-program -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Today's guest Rod Machado has taught...         hundreds to fly from the right seat as a Certified Flight Instructor      thousands as a classroom instructor     350,000+ through his over 400 aviation articles     100,000+ through his training materials     Several million with his flight lessons on MS Flight Simulator  Rod... ... has degrees in Psychology and Aviation Science ... is Airline Transport Pilot rated with all fixed wing-flight powered instructor ratings ...started instructing student pilots full time in 1973 ...taught grounds schools often to classrooms of 200 starting in 1975 ...has taught many hundreds of aviation safety seminars—US, Canada & Europe ...has taught hundreds of Flight Instructor Re-validation Clinics—US, Canada & Europe ...10,000 hours flying were earned the HARD WAY—ONE flight instructor hour at a time ...co-wrote and co-anchored ABC's Wide World of Flying for five years ...was the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association's National Flight Instructor Spokesman for 15 years (AOPA is the largest aviation association) ... asked by Microsoft to design the lessons and be CFI voice for MS Flight Simulator ...was a columnist for AOPA Pilot magazine for 18 years ...was a columnist for Flight Training magazine for 25 years ...personally writes and illustrates all of his own training materials—unlike some who put their name on employee's work ...uses humor like no other to help you remember the lessons ...has Tae Kwon Do and Hapkido black belts and 20 years experience in Gracie Jujitsu  (Maybe why Rod never has difficulty collecting his instructor fees.)

Surgeon, Pilot, & Innovator Most of us in leadership roles have all come to our positions through some form of specialization. However, almost every innovation and advancement in science, leadership, or anything else has been through the convergence of multiple areas of expertise. Most often, that comes about by building exceptional teams. However, sometimes it comes from individuals who are polymaths; These are people who study different areas and find ways to bridge their knowledge into genuine innovation. One of the areas where this is becoming evident is in the medical sciences.  . Our guest for the next two episodes is Dr. Jonathan Sackier. Jonathan is an experienced executive leader, physician, entrepreneur, and inventor. He trained in Britain as both a pilot and surgeon. He helped pioneer the laparoscopic surgery revolution. Jonathan has been a founding partner of several successful start-ups in the medical technology industry, recognized as an industry leader in bringing innovative products from bench to bedside, such as AESOP, and a valued member of the team that developed the world's first operating room robot with Computer Motion. With his team of experts, Jonathan patented non-invasive technology to heal brain trauma, and advancements in stem cell technology to improve quality of life.   . Jonathan has earned two Honorary Professorships from Oxford University and the National Hepatobiliary and Enteric Surgery Research Center in the Peoples Republic of China Global Business Relations. He has launched and facilitated business growth in the GCC, Australasia, India, Russia, and Europe. He's also an esteemed member of the Global Chief Medical & Health Officer Network.  . Jonathan has a reputation for leading with the voice of the patient. He serves as Medical Counsel to the Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association (AOPA). On top of that, he speaks internationally. Jonathan is the host of the EMJ-Health podcast. . Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathansackier Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/EMJPodcast . https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/articles-by-author/jonathan-sackier . For Our World poem: http://thoughtmedicine.com/2010/09/for-our-world-a-poem-written-on-911-by-mattie-stepanek/ . Part 2) This is Your Nervous System on a 24hr News Cycle Denial, Addiction, and Recovery How to Breaking a Destructive Cycle The Two Nervous Systems: "Get Away" & "Get Close" The Vegas Nerve and Leadership Knives, Drugs, and Yoga The Innovative World of Non-Invasive Technologies  Curiosity, Beauty, Problem Solving and Mindfulness . Curious to discover how tapping into the Anatomy of Meaning can #actualize your #business, #culture, #Leadership and #tribe DovBaron.com "Those Who Control Meaning for The Tribe, Also Control The Movement of That Tribe" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surgeon, Pilot, & Innovator Most of us in leadership roles have all come to our positions through some form of specialization. However, almost every innovation and advancement in science, leadership or anything else has been through the convergence of multiple areas of expertise. Most often, that comes about by building exceptional teams. However, sometimes it comes from individuals who are polymaths; they study different areas and find ways to bridge their knowledge into genuine innovation. One of the areas where this is becoming evident is in the medical sciences.  . Our guest for the next two episodes is Dr. Jonathan Sackier. Jonathan is an experienced executive leader, physician, entrepreneur, and inventor with dual citizenship in the United States and the United Kingdom. He trained in Britain as both a pilot and surgeon. He helped pioneer the laparoscopic surgery revolution. Jonathan has been a founding partner of several successful start-ups in the medical technology industry, recognized as an industry leader in bringing innovative products from bench to bedside, such as AESOP, the world's first operating room robot with Computer Motion. With his team of experts, Jonathan patented non-invasive technology to heal brain trauma, created the world's first operating room robot, and advancements in stem cell technology to improve quality of life.   . Jonathan has earned two Honorary Professorships from Oxford University and the National Hepatobiliary and Enteric Surgery Research Center in the Peoples Republic of China Global Business Relations. He has launched and facilitated business growth in the GCC, Australasia, India, Russia, and Europe. He's also an esteemed member of the Global Chief Medical & Health Officer Network.  . Jonathan has a reputation for leading with the voice of the patient. He serves as Medical Counsel to the Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association (AOPA). On top of that, he speaks internationally. Jonathan is the host of the EMJ-Health podcast. . Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathansackier Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/EMJPodcast . https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/articles-by-author/jonathan-sackier . For Our World poem: http://thoughtmedicine.com/2010/09/for-our-world-a-poem-written-on-911-by-mattie-stepanek/ . Part 1) How to Enter into Tiger Country The Root of Leadership is Culture, the Root of Culture is Self-Aware Leadership Why Great Leaders and Great Organizations Set and Hold Strong Boundaries Why We Must Put Our People First Why Some CEO's still Have Business Cards How to Develop Surgical Trust Where Real Innovation Comes From The Most Insightful "Innovation Question" of All Time! Mindfulness of Being in Tiger Country . Curious to discover how tapping into the Anatomy of Meaning can #actualize your #business, #culture, #Leadership and #tribe DovBaron.com "Those Who Control Meaning for The Tribe, Also Control The Movement of That Tribe" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Niki, Kevin and Erick discuss their latest flying, breaking bones, aerial photography and how events are shaping up for 2022! The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit https://www.aopa.org/membership.

Will private air travel put a hole in your wallet? It's more economical than you might think with a little planning.  And oh, the convenience of it all. No standing in long TSA lines, from car to plane in five minutes, WiFi on most aircraft, comfortable seats and so much more. Our guest today is Vince Mickens, founder of Private Air Media Group. His company is a multi-media digital content firm that creates, develops, produces and distributes aviation, aerospace and other digital content via webcast, podcast and simulcast platforms.You can catch is webinar All Things Aviation and Aerospace on his YouTube channel Private Air Media Group, or on Facebook.Mickens is a long time private pilot who flies frequent for business and his background includes executive roles with the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation, the National Business Aviation Association and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.Listen as we explore the differences between semi-private, private flying memberships and private group sharing and how you can create a cost-effective private air flying strategy.

Good day everyone. Welcome to AE Live. Tonight we have a special guest directly from one of aviation's most important team assisting aviation at nearly every corner. AOPA stands for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. They are a member run organization that assists with keeping our airports open when forces want to see them get closed down, They help pilots navigate the legal minefields. Provide advice for how to keep your medical certificate safe from the FAA and our guest tonight is the Technical Editor for the AOPA Magazine and author of a recent article on Rusty and Dusty Pilots. You can visit AOPA at https://www.aopa.org Aerospace Education is here to help develop a community of folks interested in Space Exploration and the desire to want to learn how to fly. Bob Roberts is a General Aviation Pilot and a member of Civil Air Patrol. If you are interested in learning more about CAP and the great work that we do, please visit gocivilairpatrol.com Or leave me a message and I would be happy to help you learn more.

EP 034: What if there was a time machine? How would it change our lives? Would you do things differently if you could? Well, today we're talking about a different take on a time machine. As we're aging, we tend to be a bit more sensitive to HOW we spend our time and WHAT we do with our time. Many times, retirees state the goal of wanting to travel TO places and experiencing new things. But the biggest issue with the destination is GETTING there, especially where we are in Maine in the northeast corner of the country. The time machine comes into play where we might be used to driving to our destination. Perhaps we want to go visit Boston and it's a 2 or 6-hour drive to get there. What if you could get there in 1/2 or 1/3 of the time? What about if you winter in Florida and it takes you multiple full days to drive there? What if you could get there in one day? What about longer trips where you're at the whim of the commercial airline industry and their schedule? Enter the concept of private flights and finding true location freedom in retirement!  Sean Collins is the Eastern Regional Manager at Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), where he advocates for the general aviation interests for AOPA and its members at the state and local level from Maine to Virginia. He also works to build the general aviation community and represents AOPA at local and regional aviation events. He also has a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings. Join us as we discuss Accessing the World of Piloting over 50 with Sean Collins! Chapters: Welcome, Sean! [3:30] What is it that appeals to people to pilot their own plane and how do they get started? [9:29] What should people know about being a private pilot as they age? [15:29] Who can afford to pilot and fly planes? [23:30] What are some pros and cons of private piloting versus commercial airlines? [41:07] Just how risky is private piloting? [54:54] What is Sean's personal definition of Retirement Success? [1:01:23] Ben, Abby, and Curtis wrap-up the episode. [1:02:59]

The COVID-19 public health emergency has affected nearly every industry, and companies are trying to navigate the new normal of operating. General aviation is no exception. New businesses have cropped up to meet the demand for alternative forms of transportation. Innovations in pilot training have moved at lightning speed to provide quality, technical training solutions. Listen now to hear how private pilots are keeping their skills sharp, how the industry is working to accommodate new business, and how everyone is working to make sure the skies remain safe.In this episode, you'll hear from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association's (AOPA) Tom Haines, Jens Hennig of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), Aviation International News' Matt Thurber, and Julie Boatman of Flying Magazine.Read the show notes on our blog.

In this episode, we talked to Tyson Weihs (@tysonweihs). Tyson is the cofounder and CEO of ForeFlight, the market leading provider of critically acclaimed integrated flight application software for aviation. Since its founding in the garages of the two founders in 2007, ForeFlight has grown into a multinational operation with offices in the United States and Europe. ForeFlight flight serves personal, business, military, and commercial flight operations around the world. The company was acquired by Boeing in 2019. ForeFlight is a four-time recipient of the Flying Magazine Editor's Choice Award, recipient of Plane & Pilot Platinum Award, and recipient of the Aviation Week Laureate Award for best new product. In 2018 Tyson and cofounder Jason Miller were presented the Eren Ozman Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the Living Legends of Aviation for their achievements. In 2019 Tyson and Jason were awarded the prestigious General Aviation Safety award by the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association for improving the safety of flight. In 2020 Tyson will be inducted into the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame. Tyson serves on the boards of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association where he chairs the Flight Operations Policy committee, and the NBAA Advisory Board. I first met Tyson when he joined my company in our very first year. Tyson is an incredibly smart engineer and helped us build our first products before he moved to Texas to obtain his MBA from Rice University. In our conversation, we discussed a wide array of topics, including:  how Tyson built a team that could capitalize on disruptive technologies  the important role of serendipity in our lives and careers  how to increase decision speed through domain expertise and intuition first-mover advantage with new technology  the concept of one time payments versus subscription model  the beginning days of the Apple App Store, where ForeFlight was one of the first apps available, and their behind-the-scenes access to the Apple team  how following your passion can lead to business success  how Tyson's early business exposure in his father's restaurant and then his mother's art shows shaped his thoughts on customer experience Please enjoy my conversation with Tyson, and if you have questions that you'd like to hear covered in future episodes or recommendations for future guests, please email me at shawnjenkinsblog@gmail.com. Thanks and enjoy.

DHS recently issued a cybersecurity alert for small aircraft owners recommending they restrict physical access to their aircraft.