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AviationPros PodcastLast Chance to Nominate for Ground Support Team of the YearNominate a ground crew worthy of being named the 2024 Ground Support Team of the Year by June 24.
Nominations can be submitted online at AviationPros.com/teamoftheyear.
2024-06-0712 minAviationPros PodcastNominations Open for 2024 Ground Support Team of the YearJohn Vollbrecht, general manager at Menzies TPA, joins Josh Smith to share his team's experience of winning the inaugural Ground Support Team of the Year Award in 2023 and highlights the qualities that make ground crews stand out among their peers.
To nominate a team for the 2024 Ground Support Team of the Year, visit www.AviationPros.com/TeamoftheYear.
2024-04-0512 minAviationPros PodcastAddressing Trends and Concerns in the FBO IndustryWilliam Blair recently released their quarterly aviation services and industry update. The report highlighted concerns and trends in the FBO space including the continuation of embracing electric aviation, hangar shortages and commercial travel delays and cancellations. In today’s episode, William Blair Managing Director Josh Ollek joins us to talk more about the report, which can be found by visiting www.aviationpros.com/53099766.
2024-03-2218 minAviationPros PodcastGearing Up for The Competition Part 3Walker Jaroch, editor of AMT, is joined for the third installment of the Gearing Up for the Competition series by Elena Gonzalez – an aircraft maintenance technician with American Airlines.
Gonzalez has been recognized as an American Airlines’ all-stars and has competed in The Competition numerous times, serving as the captain of American Airlines’ all female team.
The conversation covers everything from Elena’s 15-year long career to what she’s doing to inspire the next generation of aircraft maintenance technicians.
Listen to Part 1 of the series here and Part 2 here.
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2024-02-2613 minAviationPros PodcastGearing Up for The Competition Part 2In part two of Gearing Up for The Competition, Walker Jaroch, editor of AMT, is joined by Bill Willetts, Vice President Direct Sales, North America, Snap-on Industrial.
Willetts touches on Snap-on’s role in The Competition, how the event benefits the technicians of tomorrow and what Snap-on is doing to promote STEM education and career fields.
If you missed the first episode of Gearing Up for The Competition, listen to it here: https://www.aviationpros.com/53080643
For more information on The Competition and the Aerospace Maintenance Council, visit: https://www.aerospacecompetition.com/
2024-01-1211 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 142: The Current State of Business AviationFounder & CEO of Advanced Aviation Team (AAT) Gregg Brunson-Pitts talks about the current state of business aviation, what the future might hold and what's new at AAT.
2023-12-2912 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 141: Gearing Up for The Competition Part 1Walker Jaroch, editor of Aircraft Maintenance Technology, hosts the first in a multi-part series on the Aerospace Maintenance Council's The Competition (formerly the Aerospace Maintenance Competition), presented by Snap-on.
In this first episode, Ken MacTiernan joins Jaroch for a conversation on the history of The Competition, how it benefits competitors and the aviation industry at large, and what's in store for this year's event. MacTiernan also shares how The Competition is helping to patch the skills gap and technician shortage impacting the industry.
MacTiernan is the chairman of The Competition and Vice President of the...
2023-12-2222 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast 140: Celebrating the 2023 Ground Support Team Leader of the YearThis special episode of the AviationPros Podcasts recognizes Menzies Aviation TPA as the inaugural Ground Support Team of the Year winner. Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith spoke with John Vollbrecht and Jose Valenzuela during the International GSE Expo to learn more about what makes their team successful.
2023-12-1915 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 139: The 2023 Airport Business Parking Technology and Infrastructure Report Shows Major Room for ImprovementsThe 2023 Airport Business Parking Technology and Infrastructure Report acts as a vital guide, navigating the industry through the intricate dynamics of evolving passenger needs and technological landscapes. Editorial Director Joe Petrie discusses some of the challenges highlighted in the report.
2023-12-1508 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 138: Everything You Need to Know About the 2023 Airport Business Projects of the YearThe Annual Airport Business Projects of the Year is a celebration of groundbreaking developments and the visionary individuals who turn aspirations into tangible reality. Don't miss your chance to enter, the 2024 nomination period closes January 5, 2024. Here is everything you need to know about submitting a project.
2023-12-1205 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 137: Houston International Airport’s International Terminal Redevelopment ProgramHouston Airport Systems COO Jim Szczesniak joins Editor Christina Marsh to talk about Houston International Airport’s international terminal redevelopment program, a project designed to meet the increasing demand for international air travel.
2023-12-0815 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 136: Meet Kansas City’s New Aviation DirectorMelissa Cooper was recently named the first female director of the Kansas City Department of Aviation. She talks with Airport Business about her career, goals for 2024 and the long-term vision of aviation in the Kansas City region.
2023-12-0120 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 135: Time to Nominate the 2024 Leaders of the YearGround Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith provides an overview of the publication's Leaders of the Year awards program and announces the nomination period is open through Dec. 29.
2023-11-2407 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 134: A Conversation with One of Canada’s Most Powerful WomenHalifax International Airport Authority President and CEO Joyce Carter was recently named one of the most powerful women in Canada. She talks with Editorial Director Joe Petrie about the honor, the goals the airport is chasing and how technology will play a big role in the future of its operations.
2023-11-1719 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 133: Southwest Florida International Airport Enhances Passenger ExperienceThe Southwest Florida International Airport has been making significant advancements to meet the growing demands of air travel. In 2022, the airport completed the building of a new air traffic control tower and is currently undergoing a terminal expansion initiative set to transform the airport's passenger experience. Lee County Port Authority and Southwest Florida International Airport Deputy Executive Director for Development Emily Underhill joins Editor Christina Marsh to talk about these projects.
2023-11-1014 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 132: The Art of Airline-Airport RelationsSouthwest Airlines Vice President of Airport Affairs Steve Sisneros discusses airline-airport relations and how leaders from both entities can enhance communications efforts to ensure mutual success when approaching airport improvement projects and growing air service.
2023-11-0329 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 131: How to Become an Aerospace HubPiedmont Triad Airport Authority Executive Director Kevin Baker shares the strategies his airport took to become a destination for aerospace companies and how he sees the GSO continuing to grow into the future.
2023-10-2718 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 130: MWAA Reimagines DCAMetropolitan Washington Airports Authority Vice President of Marketing & Concessions Jaimini Erskine discusses the authority’s major upgrades to Reagan National Airport and Dulles International Airport.
You can learn more about the DCA Reimagined Program here (link) https://www.flyreagan.com/travel-information/construction-projects/dca-reimagined
2023-10-1324 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 129: Houston’s Big Investment on Hobby Airport’s FutureHouston Airport System Chief Operating Officer Jim Szczesniak discusses the $470 million expansion project planned for Hobby Airport and how it will enhance air travel across the region.
2023-10-0612 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 128: eGSE Insights from TCR at the International GSE ExpoTCR's Jan De Leeuw visits the Ground Support Worldwide podcast booth to discuss the industry's plan for electric ground support equipment with editor Josh Smith.
2023-09-2915 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 127: Highlighting Sage Parts’ New Headquarters During the International GSE ExpoSage Parts CEO Chris Pratt visits Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith at the International GSE Expo to share details about the company's new headquarters and how the facility will help Sage reach its goals.
2023-09-2810 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 126: Meeting Customer Needs with Xced at GSE ExpoLindsey DiGiacomo and Matt Weitzel of Xced GSE join Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith at the 2023 International GSE Expo to discuss how being versatile helps their customers succeed.
2023-09-2810 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 125: Talking Collision Avoidance Technology with ifmTim Conklin from ifm efector inc. visited the Ground Support Worldwide booth at the International GSE Expo in Las Vegas to talk with editor Josh Smith about collision avoidance technology and the many ways the GSE, ground handling and airline industries benefit from utilizing it.
2023-09-2714 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 124: Long Beach Builds for the FutureLong Beach Airport Director Cynthia Guidry discusses the future of the airport and how it's approaching the next-generation of air travel.
2023-09-2233 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 123: Get Ready for the International GSE ExpoIn this special episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Josh Smith and Bill Baumann preview what attendees and exhibitors can expect when they arrive at the International GSE Expo - presented by Ground Support Worldwide and IAEMA.
2023-09-2013 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 122: Why You Should Get AAE CertifiedPhoenix Director of Aviation Services Chad Makovsky discusses why he recently completed his AAE Certification and the benefits it can bring to senior management even with decades of experience.
2023-09-0823 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 121: Tulsa Takes its Arts Program to the Next LevelTulsa Airports Improvement Trust Marketing Manager Stephanie Chester shares how Tulsa International Airport is making its largest public arts investment to-date and how airport leadership was able to determine how to pick the right artist and installation for their facilities.
2023-09-0115 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 120: 2023 Passenger Experience Survey ReportAirport Business Editor Christina Marsh is joined by Airport Business Editorial Director Joe Petrie to discuss the 2023 Passenger Experience Survey Report. Tune in to learn more about the strengths and weaknesses airport leaders see in their facilities to ensure travelers are having the best experience within their terminal and choosing the airport for future travel as well.
2023-08-2512 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 119: Aira Provides Guidance for Visually Impaired at San Luis ObispoAirport Business Editorial Director Joe Petrie speaks with San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport Authority Deputy Director Courtney Pene about the airport’s launch of a new tool to assist visually impaired passengers navigate the terminal.
2023-08-0411 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 118: Catching Up With GRBEditor of Airport Business Christina Marsh caught up with the Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB) during the 2023 EAA AirVenture. Tune in to hear from Airport Director Marty Piette and learn about some of the construction projects happening at GRB.
2023-07-2813 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 117: Keeping Up With the U.S. Airport Lounge MarketAirport Business Editor Christina Marsh speaks with Plaza Premium Group SVP Commercial Development and Operations Pascal Belanger about how the U.S. airport lounge market is evolving and what PPG is doing to keep up with the demands.
2023-07-1417 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 116: Battery Chemistry and Its Impact on eGSERon Dutt, CEO at Flux Power, joins Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to discuss various battery chemistries utilized by the GSE and material handling sectors, including the lithium iron phosphate chemistry incorporated into the company's G2 Series Platform.
2023-06-2323 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 115: Tips for Industry ProfessionalsChristina Marsh, Editor of Airport Business, is joined by former Airport Business 40 Under 40 recipient and President and CEO of Connico, Sri Kumar. Sri joins us to share his unique success story and give advice to other industry professionals.
2023-06-1624 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 114: Pittsburgh’s Path to SuccessAllegheny County Airport Authority CEO Christiana Cassotis discusses how airport leaders are embracing technology and the local resources Pittsburgh offers to create a new and dynamic terminal and transform how the region travels.
2023-06-0224 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 113: 2023 North American Airfield Equipment Condition and Powerplant ReportAirport Business Editor Christina Marsh is joined by Airport Business Editorial Director Joe Petrie to discuss the 2023 North American Airfield Equipment Condition and Powerplant Report. Tune in to learn more about the current state of airside equipment in North America and how leaders at airports of all sizes are gauging investment in their future fleets.
2023-05-2612 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 112: San Diego Builds a Sustainability Bridge for the FutureSan Diego International Airport Environmental Affairs Manager, Planning & Environmental Affairs Chad Reese discusses the airport’s push for sustainability on the airfield and its recent investment in renewable diesel as a bridge solution to the future.
2023-05-1921 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 111: A Commitment to the World’s Busiest AirportSwinerton’s Atlanta Division Manager Derek Mosiman talks about the company’s latest work at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and the commitment they’re making to DBE collaboration in the community.
Access the 2023 Airport Business Infrastructure Survey discussed as part of the conversation can be accessed at https://aviationpros.com/53029156
2023-05-1222 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 110: Edmonton Airports Appoints Myron Keehn CEOEdmonton Airports appointed Myron Keehn as its new CEO effective January 1st, 2023 following the retirement of Tom Ruth. Keehn sat down with editor Christina Marsh to talk about his goals for the future of Edmonton Airports.
2023-05-0513 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 109: COVID Impacts Linger as JPB Sees Signs of Aviation’s Return in ’23AMT Editor Walker Jaroch is joined by Tim Zeigler, director of global sales at JPB Système, to discuss some of the recent updates the company has seen since last speaking with JPB’s CEO Damien Marc in May of 2022. Zeigler gives updates on not only JPB but what they're seeing in the aviation industry as a whole as it begins to return to it’s pre-COIVD state, while still wrestling with a few of the pandemic's lasting ripples.
2023-04-2810 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 108: RFD Appoints Zack Oakley as Executive DirectorChristina Marsh, editor of Airport Business, is joined by Deputy Director of the Chicago Rockford International Airport Zack Oakley. Recently, the airport announced that after 12 years in his position, Executive Director Mike Dunn will retire at the end of the year. The Greater Rockford Airport Authority voted to appoint Oakley as the new Executive Director effective Jan. 1, 2024.
2023-04-2110 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 107: LAX Installs Iconics Gen 5, IC16 Sound SystemLos Angeles International Airport (LAX) recently integrated a new sound solution from Renkus-Heinz. Christina Marsh, editor of Airport Business, is joined by Jeff Barrett System Design Engineer at Direct AV and Garrison Parkin Western Regional Sales Manager at Renkus-Heinz to talk about how the new system is improving operations at the airport.
2023-03-2417 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 106: Inside Missoula Montana Airport’s New TerminalChristina Marsh, editor of Airport Business, is joined by Missoula Montana Airport Director Brian Ellestad and Deputy Director Tim Damrow to learn more about the airport's first major infrastructure project since the late '40s.
2023-02-1713 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 105: Unifi’s Journey with Artificial Intelligence TechnologyJosh Smith, editor of Ground Support Worldwide, is joined by Paul Huggins and Terry Smith of Artis Consulting as well Unifi SVP of safety and compliance Brian Bartal to discuss how the the ground handling firm is utilizing advanced safety risk analytics to improve operational efficiencies.
2023-02-1024 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 104: Microgrid Energy Solutions at JFK’s New Terminal OneThis episode of the AviationPros Podcast offers details about a recently announced project in which AlphaStruxure will design, build and operate integrated microgrid infrastructure at the New Terminal One at JFK Airport.
2023-02-0307 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 103: Envirotech’s Efforts to Electrify Aircraft RefuelersEnvirotech Vehicles' CEO Phil Oldridge and national sales director Jay Raber join Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to discuss a new all-electric refueling truck designed to enhance GSE sustainability by limiting emissions and reducing noise pollution on the ramp.
2023-01-2717 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 102: Next Generation Aircraft Need Next Gen AMTsIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Walker Jaroch, editor of AMT, is joined by Steven Jackson, principal of Aviation High School. Located in Long Island City, New York, Aviation High School offers student both a traditional high school education, while also equipping with the skills and knowledge to join the aviation maintenance workforce after graduation. Recently, the school has entered into a partnership with Joby Aviation and their eVOTL aircraft. Walker and Steven's conversation focuses on the school’s partnership with Joby, what makes Aviation High School a unique learning opportunity and how we can get more students in...
2022-12-2324 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 101: Avidbots Neo Autonomous RobotAirport Business editor Christina Marsh speaks with CEO and Co-Founder of Avidbots Faizan Sheikh to learn more about Avidbots Neo, an autonomous cleaning robot being used by airports around the country.
2022-12-1608 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 100: Deicers, Kindergartners and SustainabilityGround Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith speaks with Hanni Marin, development and communications director at Airpro, about the company’s recent electric deicer deployment featuring artwork from local students.
2022-12-0714 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 99: More RNO Is on the WayReno-Tahoe Airport Authority CEO Daren Griffin talks with Editorial Director Joe Petrie about the airport’s largest expansion project taking place now.
2022-10-1821 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 98: Verifying Fuel Type with Clear CommunicationKeith Clark, senior quality control and technical rep at Phillips 66, joins Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to discuss aviation fuel quality assurance and the Save a Life - Verify Fuel Type campaign.
2022-10-0718 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 97: Vail Valley Jet Center’s Sustainability PushSignature Aviation’s Jovan Phillips explains how one of the company’s FBOs reached new heights in sustainability and some of the future efforts planned across the company.
2022-09-1607 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 96: Avports Plots New Haven’s FutureAvports CEO Jorge Roberts talks about the company's new lease to run and grow Tweed-New Haven Airport.
2022-08-2612 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 95: Li-ion Batteries’ Role in Improving Safety and Reducing EmissionsRobin Schneider, director of marketing at Green Cubes Technology, joins Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to discuss Lithium-ion battery technology and its use in ground support equipment.
2022-08-1912 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 94: Airport Mass CommunicationsIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, AtlasIED Domestic Sales & Operations Manager Charles Kowalczyk explains the current state of airport mass communications systems and how airports can improve them.
2022-08-1212 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 93: PS Opening New Terminal at ATLIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Editorial Director Joe Petrie spoke with Amina Porter, Co-CEO at PS, regarding its new terminal opening at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in partnership with Signature Aviation.
2022-07-1213 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 92: 2021 Air Carrier Airport Manager of the YearIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Editorial Director Joe Petrie spoke with James Parish CEO, Charlotte County Airport Authority and Punta Gorda Airport who was recently named the 2021 Air Carrier Airport Manager of the Year. Tune in to hear about the efforts Parish has undertaken in recent years and to learn about some tactics airports can use to enhance their business and bottom line like Punta Gorda.
2022-07-0713 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 91: Aircraft Rescue and Fire FightingIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Editorial Director Joe Petrie spoke with Lead ARFF Program Instructor at the Fox Valley Technical College, Ben Sokol, about the challenges that first responders face on the airfield and what airports need to think about now to ensure that their team’s are ready for a major incident.
2022-06-3022 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 90: Charlotte Expands AgainCharlotte Douglas International Airport Chief Operating Officer Jack Christine discusses Phase 2 of the Concourse A expansion and how it will enhance operations. AviationPros Editorial Director Joe Petrie conducts the interview.
2022-06-1013 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 89: An Examination of Ground Handling StandardizationFrom the IATA Ground Handling Conference in Paris, Monika Mejstrikova, IATA’s director of ground operations, speaks with Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to reflect on the 34th IGHC and discuss the benefits the ground handling industry can achieve through harmonizing procedures.
2022-06-0211 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 88: Discussing Labor Challenges at IGHCFrom the IATA Ground Handling Conference in Paris, Nick Careen, senior vice president of operations, safety and security at IATA, joins Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to discuss ways the ground handling industry can recruit, onboard and retain members of the workforce.
2022-05-3112 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 87: JPB Système’s 4.0 FutureIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Walker Jaroch, editor of AMT magazine, is joined by Damien Marc, CEO of JPB System. We discuss JPB’s history, how Damien married his IT background with aviation to success, and some of the new ventures JPB is currently undertaking.
2022-05-2020 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 86: Jet Linx AviationIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, President and CEO of Jet Linx Aviation, Jamie Walker, joins AviationPros’ Editorial Director Joe Petrie for a discussion on the private aviation company's recent opening of a new private terminal at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport and the acquisition of Southern Jet at Boca Raton Airport.
2022-05-1316 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 85: A Solar Step Forward at LGAIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Christine Weydig, environmental sustainability executive with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, joins AviationPros Editorial Director Joe Petrie to talk about why and how LaGuardia Airport recently installed more than 3,500 solar panels.
2022-05-0630 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 84: Missouri State Aviation DayIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Abraham Forney, aviation general manager for Rosecrans Memorial Airport (STJ) and aviation advisory chair with the Missouri Airport Managers Association, joins AviationPros’ Editorial Director Joe Petrie for a discussion on how to make the most of State Aviation Day.
2022-04-2208 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 83: Ontario International Airport’s New CEO Atif ElkadiOntario International Airport (ONT) welcomed 454,000 air travelers in March 2022, 4% more than in March 2019. Shipments of air cargo likewise remained strong in March 2022 compared with March 2019, increasing by 22%. In this episode of the AviationPros podcast, AviationPros Editorial Director Joe Petrie interviews Atif Elkadi, ONT's new CEO, to discuss how the increasingly popular aviation gateway prepares for growth. Read more about ONT growth at https://aviationpros.com/21264272.
2022-04-1508 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 82: Charting Charter TravelIn this episode of the AviationPros podcast, Gregg Brunson-Pitts, owner of Advanced Aviation Team, joins AviationPros’ Editorial Direct Joe Petrie live from the floor of the 2022 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference for a discussion on recent trends in charter travel and how current world events have influenced it.
2022-04-0807 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 81: Next-Generation Aviation Technology Takes FLITE in Grand RapidsLeaders from Gerald R. Ford International Airport, Southwest Airlines and Michigan Economic Development Corp. discuss the new FLITE Program and plans to nurture new technology in the aviation sector.
2022-03-1837 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 80: Paving an Aviation Career PathwayIn this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Rob Polston, CEO of Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology and Eli Mayes, director of maintenance for SkyWest Airlines joins AviationPros' Assistant Editor Walker Jaroch. The group discusses the workforce challenges the industry is facing and how a new initiative between Spartan and SkyWest – the SkyWest Aviation Maintenance Technician Pathway – is looking to change them.
2022-03-0430 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 79: Educating FBO Customers about SAFAtlantic Aviation director of operational strategy, Richard Thacker joins Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to discuss the use of sustainable aviation fuel and how FBO officials have informed customers about the fuel's benefits. Thacker also highlights other sustainable initiatives taking place at Atlantic Aviation.
2022-02-2516 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 78: JFKIAT’s AI-Powered Contactless Retail TechnologyEd Midgley, VP Customer Experience & Commercial, and Stephen Tukavkin, Vice President, IT & Digital, both with the JFK International Air Terminal (JFKIAT) join Walker Jaroch to go over the terminal’s recent partnership with SSP America and Zippin to bring contactless, AI-powered retail technology to the terminal.
2022-02-1821 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 77: Advanced Air’s Super WeekendAdvanced Air LLC Founder Levi Stockton discusses his FBO's preparations in the runup to Super Bowl weekend.
2022-02-1110 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 76: Stage 3 IS-BAH Registration at McCreery AviationBob McCreery, president of McCreery Aviation at McAllen International Airport in Texas, joins Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to discuss the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) program and the FBO's experience earning Stage 3 registration.
2022-02-0414 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 75: Artificial Intelligence Backed MaintenancePhil Cole, civil aviation business manager at Aerogility, joins Walker Jaroch to discuss the ways Artificial Intelligence (AI) can improve maintenance operations and scheduling.
2022-01-2814 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 74: Gleaning Insights from Airline TrendsEditors Joe Petrie and Josh Smith discuss airline trends and predictions for 2022 and explore how these may impact other segments of the aviation industry.
2022-01-1417 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 73: How to Improve DBE ProgramsKaven Swan of HOK discusses the current challenges and opportunities for airports to leverage disadvantaged business enterprises to improve operations and development.
2022-01-0714 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 72: Improving ULD and Pallet Availability with TechnologyScott Sangster, vice president of global logistics service providers at Descartes, joins Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to discuss how automated demurrage and tracking technology can be used together to address the challenges of ULD and pallet shortages.
2021-12-3119 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 71: 2021 Year in ReviewIn AviationPros' annual Year in Review Show, Walker Jaroch, assistant editor for AviationPros, is joined by Joe Petrie, editor of Airport Business; Josh Smith, editor of Ground Support Worldwide; and Jennifer Wilberschied, editor of Aircraft Maintenance Technology. As part of their look back on 2021, the group touches on the developments of the COVID-19 pandemic, passenger unruliness in airports, the rise of sustainable initiatives across the industry, air cargos continued growth and more.
2021-12-1746 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 70: Where are All the Parts?Captain Lee Collins, Senior Vice President of Industry & Government Affairs at Paragon Flight Training shares his thoughts on the recent parts shortage debacle and what bigger fixes need to be made to better the supply chain overall.
2021-12-0813 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 69: The Case for Chloride-Free Landside DeicingCarla Potts and Dan Black with Nachurs Alpine Solutions Industrial discuss the benefits of using chloride-free deicing materials for landside winter weather operations.
2021-11-1916 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 68: Software Solutions for Staff PlanningUschi Schulte-Sasse, senior vice president at INFORM GmbH, joins Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith at the IATA Ground Handling Conference to discuss her company's GroundStar platform, which can be used for various short-, mid- and long-term personnel management details among other tasks.
2021-11-1608 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 67: Sustainable Aviation Fuel 101Chris Cooper joins the podcast to offer insight about the current state of sustainable aviation fuels and the future SAF has in the industry.
Cooper is vice president of North America renewable aviation at Neste -- a Finland-based multinational renewable fuel, and renewable polymer and chemicals company. In 2020, the Corporate Knights Global 100 ranked Neste as the third most sustainable company in the world.
2021-11-1221 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 66: America Opens UpMitul Ruparelia of Vision-Box discusses the reopening of international travel between the U.S. and U.K and how technology will play a key role in the future of travel security.
2021-11-0514 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 65: Propeller Airport‘s New Business VenturePropeller Airports CEO Brett Smith discusses the company's recent purchase of Castle & Cooke's FBO at Paine Field and it's foray into the FBO market.
2021-10-2910 minAviationPros PodcastAviation and the Environment, Episode 4: Noise ControlIn the fourth episode of the AviationPros Podcast Series, Aviation and the Environment, we focus our attention on noise pollution, speaking with Ryan Waguespack and Vickie Tuten. Waguespack, senior vice president of aircraft management, air charter services and MROs for the National Air Transportation Association, speaks with us directly from the floor of this year’s NBAA show in Las Vegas, which took place from Oct. 12 to 14. Then, audiologist Vickie Tuten discusses noise pollution and the general dangers of noise exposure.
2021-10-1526 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 64: Avfuel Makes a Sustainable CommitmentKeith Sawyer, manager of alternative fuels for Avfuel talks about the company's new commitment to sustainability.
2021-10-1511 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 63: John Wayne Airport Electrifies Sustainability EffortsMelinda McCoy, environmental sustainability manager for John Wayne Airport talks with Editorial Director Joe Petrie about the airport's investment in electric ground vehicles and how this fits into their overall sustainability efforts.
2021-10-0812 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 62: A Different Spin on Aircraft TowingIn this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith speaks with Vince Howie, senior vice president and CEO at ATS World Wide, about his company's aircraft towing concept that utilizes electric tow dollies and below-grade tracks on airport ramps and taxiways to pull planes between the taxiway and the gate.
2021-10-0122 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 61: A New Connection for AirportsMichael J. Zeto III, senior vice president global strategy and emerging businesses for Boingo Wireless talks with Editorial Director Joe Petrie about the company's expanded partnership with Amazon Web Services and the new private network the company's launched at Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
2021-09-2418 minAviationPros PodcastAviation and the Environment, Episode 3: Water, the World and MoreScott Morrissey, senior vice president, sustainability, Denver International Airport, joins Walker Jaroch, assistant editor of AviationPros, for an extended conversation on the airport’s environmental goals and actions. Topics range from the water quality and conservation projects the airport is undertaking to the role an airport should be playing in its local community and climate.
All past episodes of the AviationPros podcast can be found here: https://avppodcast.podbean.com/
Episode 40, The PFAS Problem, can be found here: https://avppodcast.podbean.com/e/aviationpros-podcast-episode-40-the-pfas-problem/
2021-09-1733 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 60: Paint Trends and TechnologyIn this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Veta Traxler, paint and interior designer and Emilie Harbour, corporate aircraft lead designer at West Star Aviation and Julie Voisin, global marketing manager with Sherwin-Williams Aerospace visits with Aircraft Maintenance Technology editor Jennifer Wilberschied to share their thoughts on AMT’s recent paints and coatings survey results and what paint designs are trending with their customers in the shop this year.
2021-09-0911 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 59: The Future of Cargo Operations at NewarkWalker Jaroch speaks with Brandon Fried, executive director of the Airforwarders Association, about Amazon's recent 20-year lease of two Newark Liberty International Airport cargo buildings and the challenges and benefits this lease will have for the airport and the cargo operations already present there.
2021-09-0314 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 58: A Ground Handling Event for General AviationIn this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Steve Berry - manager of fuel quality and safety at the National Air Transportation Association (NATA), visits with Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith to share information about the upcoming Ground Handling Safety Symposium, taking place virtually on Sept. 14 and 15.
2021-08-2719 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 57: Digital Twins and ULD DataIn this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Ground Support Worldwide editor Josh Smith speaks with Dr. Gert Pfeifer to learn more about Jettainer's program to utilize virtual counterparts of its ULD fleet to make data-driven decisions that improve operations.
2021-08-2021 minAviationPros PodcastAviation and the Environment, Episode 1: Sustainability Plans and Climate ActionOriginally released on July 16, 2021, the inaugural episode of the AviationPros Podcast Series: Aviation and the Environment, Walker Jaroch, assistant editor for AviationPros, speaks with two guests, Jill Doucette and Ken Gallant. The conversations revolve around sustainability plans crafted with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in mind and the benefit of adopting these plans in the aviation industry.
Jill Doucette, Founder and CEO of Synergy, details what a sustainability plan is, how it differs from an environmental program, how to develop and implement a plan, and why these plans should start to become a staple of the...
2021-08-1032 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 50: Minneapolis - St. Paul Airport's New Terminal 1 Parking RampOriginally recorded on June 18, 2021, AviationPros Assistant Editor Jessica Purgett talks to Bridget Rief about the airport's new Terminal 1 Silver Ramp which is featured as one of Airport Business' Projects of the Year in the May/June 2021 issue.
2021-08-1009 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 45: The Road to RecoveryOriginally recorded on April 29, 2021, George Ferguson, senior analyst aerospace/defense and airlines for Bloomberg Intelligence, joins Walker Jaroch, AviationPros' assistant editor, for a discussion focusing on aviation’s recovery. The conversation touches on the impacts of President Biden’s March stimulus package, the current state of aviation and the factors both driving and hindering the airlines' recovery, as well as what impact the president’s proposed infrastructure plans may have on the recovery.
2021-08-1021 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 44: Breathing EasyOriginally recorded on April 23, 2021, Walker Jaroch, assistant editor, AviationPros, is joined on this episode of the AviationPros podcast by Tim Wakeford, CEO of Caeli Nova – a company with a mission to revolutionize emergency cabin oxygen systems with their product Cordillera.
2021-08-1011 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 39: The Big Game PlanOriginally recorded on March 10, 2021, AviationPros Assistant Editor Walker Jaroch speaks with Levi Stockon, president and founder of Advanced Air, LLC and Jet Center Los Angeles, about how they are preparing for Super Bowl LVI and the increased air traffic it will bring to their operations.
2021-08-1011 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 38: The Today and Tomorrow of Aviation InfrastructureOriginally recorded on March 5, 2021, on this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Assistant Editor Walker Jaroch, speaks with Eric Richards, co-chair of O’Melveny’s corporate department; Denise Raytis, partner, project finance and development, O’Melveny; and Elizabeth Dubeck, partner, project finance and development, O’Melveny, for a wide ranging conversation on the current needs of airport infrastructure, how COVID-19 is changing the ways airports are thought about and what the industry can expect from the Biden administration.
2021-08-1021 minAviationPros PodcastAviationPros Podcast Episode 34: The Year in Review and a Look AheadOriginally recorded on December 28, the AviationPros' staff — Josh Smith, editor of Ground Support Worldwide; Joe Petrie, editor-in-chief of Airport Business; and Jennifer Wilberschied, editor of Aircraft Maintenance Technology — reflect on the past year and look to 2021, offering their perspective on a variety of topics, from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, to what emerging technology we can expect to see the industry embrace in the new year.
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