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An absolutely epic episode with and epic human! Dena Payne Smith from American brings it and delivers absolute gold. Listen. Think. DO! To keep up with or get in touch with AA try these: American Airlines Cadet Academy cadet.academy@aa.com American Airlines Pilot Hiring pilot.recruiting@aa.com The boldface? SUBMIT THOSE APPS! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support
Welcome to episode 105 of The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical Helicasts.In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Shannon Gregory, NASA's Flight Ops Chief for Kennedy Space Center. As the Chief of Aircraft Flight Operations, Shannon leads the planning, direction, and coordination of all aspects of the Center's dynamic flight operations. With authority over both manned and unmanned aerial systems, which include NASA's fleet of Airbus EC135 helicopters, and transient visitor aircraft, Shannon is the linchpin ensuring seamless operations. Shannon has the opportunity to fly the Airbus EC135 to support NASA missions around the clock. He plays a pivotal role in planning, integrating, and leading critical air operations during key moments in Orion Crew Module descent, landing, and recovery operations. Shannon's leadership stands at the forefront of driving excellence in aviation within the KSC organization.Thank you to our sponsors Metro Aviation, SHOTOVER, and CNC Technologies.
Commercial Airlines in the United States have achieved an amazing accomplishment– 10 years without a major mishap. This is an enviable safety record that is a direct result of professionalism and industry improvements made through the years. Resting on our laurels, however, is not an option. How do we maintain this stellar record despite massive industry changes? In this episode, I'm joined by former VP of Flight Ops for Southwest Airlines, Bob Waltz shares what's behind the improvement of safety and how to keep it that way going forward. How we're training pilots is better than it was even a couple of years ago. -Bob Waltz Three Things You'll Learn In This Episode - How to set pilots up for safety: With rampant pilot hiring what training gaps needed to be closed? - Solving the pilot shortfall: Would it be wise to reduce the 1500 hour rule? - Why the human-machine interface is still needed: As aircraft become more complicated, how do we make sure pilots are familiar with the basics? Guest Bio Bob is the former VP of Flight Ops for Southwest Airlines. At the core of his experience is leadership in the operational and training arenas of aviation, both in the military and the civilian sectors--but his interests are wider than commercial aviation alone. He enjoys helping others see the value of Safety Management Systems and continuous improvement and bringing these concepts to life in their enterprise. Bob's skill set translates well across other industries and areas of focus, from unmanned systems to space to formal education and educational administration to venture capital start-ups. His background was forged while attending the U.S. Air Force Academy, leading crews flying combat/combat support sorties in the Middle East and the Balkans, serving at the national level as the head of a recruiting team delivering educational opportunities to the widest audience, and guiding a multi-billion dollar OPEX and multi-million dollar CAPEX team of 10,500 folks through the pandemic while completing his Ph.D. in Aerospace Science / Safety Management Systems. For more information, head to https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-waltz-1829a51b/. Learn More About Your Host: Co-founder and Managing Partner for Northstar Group, Craig is focused on recruiting senior level leadership, sales and operations executives for some of the most prominent companies in the aviation and aerospace industry. Clients include well known aircraft OEM's, aircraft operators, leasing / financial organizations, and Maintenance / Repair / Overhaul (MRO) providers. Since 2009 Craig has personally concluded more than 150 executive searches in a variety of disciplines. As the only executive recruiter who has flown airplanes, sold airplanes AND run a business, Craig is uniquely positioned to build deep, lasting relationships with both executives and the boards and stakeholders they serve. This allows him to use a detailed, disciplined process that does more than pair the ideal candidate with the perfect opportunity, and hit the business goals of the companies he serves.
Del Livingston is the former Vice President of Flight Operations for Airbus Helicopters, and a veteran of the Vietnam war. In this, we'll speak with Del about his background flying Dustoff operations in Vietnam, including a harrowing rescue mission, the result of which sent him home from combat a month early. Then, Dell will tell us about his transition into the civil world, and the difference in stakes between civil and military flight when it comes to aviation safety.
Today's SWAPA Number is 58,014. That's the number of times the Company has told SWAPA they would circle back on a SWAPA proposal or request for information or solution. Though maybe a little exaggerated, it's still a frustratingly high number. Today on the show we're going to talk to SWAPA President Casey Murray and Vice President Mike Santoro about their frustrations with SWAPA's current relationship with Flight Ops and what they see as the solution moving forward.
On this episode Simon K speaks to former RAF Typhoon pilot Mike Sutton OBE. Deputy Director of Flight Ops at Draken Europe, Mike “Sooty” Sutton, is A former Wing Commander in the Royal Air Force (RAF). Sooty led the first squadron of #Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4s into combat in the war against ISIS in 2015. An RAF fighter pilot for 18 years, he flew the Jaguar strike jet before becoming an instructor on the first RAF Typhoon multi-role attack squadron.The Wiltshire born pilot led 1 Squadron, a legendary squadron which fought with distinction during the First World War, Battle of Britain and the Falklands War. Taking command of the squadron represented the pinnacle of Mr Sutton's career as a fighter pilot. He flew Typhoon fighter jets at nearly twice the speed of sound in some of the most dangerous and fiercely contested airspace in the world. He also conducted a live scramble in response to a potential terrorist hijacking and served in operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. During his time as a tactics instructor he conducted a live scramble in response to a potential terrorist hijacking and served on operations in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria. He left the RAF as a Wing Commander aged 39, and now flies commercially providing operational readiness training for the UK armed forces. Taking command of the RAF's premier Typhoon squadron represented the pinnacle of Mike Sutton's career as fighter pilot. Until the day he was told he would be leading 1 (Fighter) Squadron into battle against a bloody and brutal enemy hellbent on establishing a permanent stronghold across Syria and Iraq and spreading terror across the free world. Their mission was to help stop them in their tracks. He was awarded the OBE in 2017. And currently has a book out called Typhoon. 'Typhoon' is the first ever inside account of Operation SHADER, the British participation in the war against ISIS in Syria and Iraq. Read more here in our blog: Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-sutton-obe-27b002150/ Buy the book:https://www.waterstones.com/book/typhoon/mike-sutton/9780241535998 Amazon.uk https://www.amazon.co.uk/Typhoon-Mike-Sutton/dp/0241535999/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
All Aboard! Aspiring pilots, we have a special guest "Captain Chris," who shares his expertise in flying airplanes and attributes that make a great pilot. With Aviation being in high demand, Captain Chris explains the need for more younger people to get involved and take flight. Tune in and tell a friend! IG@ TwistedYounginz IG@ CaptainChris --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In the Moment, May 8, 2021 Show 1045. A task force found that 23 percent of South Dakota State Bar members had experienced sexual harassment on the job. We explore the report, the problem, and the call to action for sexual harassment training in South Dakota's legal profession. U.S. Senator Mike Rounds talks about B1-B flight operations at Ellsworth Air Force Base after the Air Force wide safety shut-down. COVID Update : We ask Dr. Jason Erickson with Avera about President Joe Biden's goal of vaccinating 70 percent of Americans before July 4th. SD History has us remembering the tornado that went through Delmont South Dakota on Mother's Day morning of 2015. This storm displaced about half of the city's residents. SDPB's Brian Gevik comes on with today's Images of the Past and will discuss the first episode of "Old Guitars and the Local Musicians Who Love Them." Paul Higbee writes in a recent article in South Dakota Magazine about the D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery in
Wellbeing and Career World Chatted with Flight OPs Weights Engineer Phil Camm about his Journey through Aviation. Phil chats about his background, when he first fell in love with Aviation, how he got the opportunity to fly on Concorde, His first job, explains his role as a Flight ops(weights) engineer, shares some funny stories, his love of Toblerone and much more. You can get in contact with Phil on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/phil.camm.5 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=1tsnj4ykesp9g&utm_content=ew383w8 and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-camm Disclaimer: This podcast and website represents the opinions of Wellbeing and Career World and our guests to the show and website. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or Aviation/Aerospace Employer, Regulator, organisation for questions related to you. Views and opinions expressed in the podcast and website are our own and do not represent that of our places of work. While we make every effort to ensure that the information we are sharing is accurate, we welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors. Privacy is of utmost importance to us. This website or podcast should not be used in any legal capacity. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or website. In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a, coaching session, employment interview, wellbeing advice, employment advice, doctor-patient relationship. Wellbeing and Career World Is based in Dublin, Ireland. If you find any errors in any of the content of his podcasts or blogs, please send a message to contactus@aviationzorro.com This podcast is owned by "Wellbeing and Career World” If at any time you want to play or stop the podcast, it is at your own discretion. The podcast may contain conversation or opinions you may find unsuitable or against your opinions or beliefs, if you feel you may be uncomfortable, stressed, anxious, worried, concerned, upset, insulted by any of the podcast, we recommend you do not listen to the podcast.
Senior VP of Flight Ops, Tom Benvenuto, Steve, and Solairus pilots Kevin Engel, Bart Goldman, and Alex McNeer call-in to discuss flight time duty time waivers, fatigue, and managing expectations. Listen in to hear their answer to the question "Does Solairus need to update their Part 91 flight time duty time policy?"
The U.S. Department of Defense Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 budget request is considerably higher than last year with more funding slated for upgrades of air, land, and sea platforms. In this podcast with Mike MacPherson, Vice President, Strategic Planning, Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions, he discusses the impact for the budget increase on the defense electronics industry and what applications -- radar, unmanned systems, electronic warfare, etc. He also opines on the technology driving innovation in the defense electronic world such as artificial intelligence/machine learning and cyber security. MacPherson also discusses how the DoD needs to speed up its acquisition process to keep pace with technology advances. This podcast is sponsored by the Avionics & Flight Ops show, the premier conference and exhibition for the international avionics and aviation electronics community. For information on attending the event, go to www.ae-expo.eu.
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones are proliferating beyond the battlefield into the commercial and consumer markets. However, many see them as more a threat than a benefit. As a result a market for counter-UAV technology has spun out and is growing fast. In this podcast with Mike Blades, Research Director, North America, for Frost & Sullivan, he discusses the two different markets for counter-UAV technology -- commercial and defense -- the types of solutions popular within each market, how the defense industry is developing counters for the counter-UAV solutions, and more. This podcast is sponsored by the Avionics & Flight Ops show, the premier conference and exhibition for the international avionics and aviation electronics community. For information on attending the event, go to www.ae-expo.eu.
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
In this conversation, Chuck covers: -ASAP Feedback -Three Flight Ops Actions -Monitor Crosscheck
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
In this conversation, Chuck covers: -ASAP / FOQA and the proactive use of data -Safety Precursor List - CFIT - Runway Incursion - Tail Stike -Safety Measurement System -Top 3 Risks - ALT Deviation, Stall Warning, Non-compliant TCAS RA
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
In this conversation, Steve covers: -Accomplishments in 2012 -Better Performance and Safety metrics -IROPS Recovery -New Hub in NYC -B717 and B737 Coming in 2013 -Advanced Entitlement -Future of M88 -Cockpit Refresh M88/M90 -Competitive Landscape -Tablet Project
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone
Delta Air Lines Weekly Update - Code-A-Phone