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Wes Van Dell - Chief Helicopter Instructor for UND Aerospace

2022/06/03

How does a passion for teaching and vertical lift become a career? Find out today as Wes and I discuss his career, the University of North Dakota, the Robinson R44 Cadet, and the helicopter industry.

Vicky Benzing - Airshow Aerobatic Pilot in a Stearman and Extra 300

2022/05/12

After finishing a career in Silicon Valley Vicky Benzing choose to pursue another passion of hers which is aerobatic flight. She flies pretty much anything and has a ton of fantastic experience. Today she shares her story, advice, and passion for what she is doing. Make sure to check it out!

Captain Aimee "Rebel" Fiedler - F-16 Viper Demo Team Pilot

2022/05/06

Captain Aimee Fiedler joins me this week to talk about how she became the demo pilot for the F-16 Viper Demo Team. Aimee is so humble, has an incredible story through her career, and shares a lot of advice! She is an incredible role model and person, make sure to check it out!

Indira Thackorie - Airshow Announcer

2022/04/28

With one of the coolest side hustles ever, Indira Thackorie is a part time airshow announcer. Today she joins me to talk about her story and incredible career along with sharing how she became an airshow announcer and talk about the upcoming Oregon International Airshow where she will be announcing!

Jared Friend - General Manager and Chief Instructor of Hillsboro Aero Academy Helicopter School

2022/04/20

Today Jared Friend, General Manager and Chief Instructor from Hillsboro Aero Academy joins me and discusses his path in aviation and his current role. We go way back and I have Jared to thank for my first job flying a helicopter. Jared shares a lot of great advice and inspiration for anyone in aviation.

Chris Creamer - Utility Pilot and K-Max Pilot

2022/04/13

Chris Creamer has a ton of amazing experience in the utility world, from flying the incredible K-Max to performing technical rescue flights he has done it all. Today he shares a ton of great stories and interesting information about his incredible career path.

Faith Ortega - Helicopter mechanic of howtohelicopter

2022/04/06

This week Faith Ortega of howtohelicopter joins me to talk about helicopter maintenance, HAI Heli Expo, how she got into aviation and all her incredible future plans. Faith is full of passion and excitement for her career and the future of our industry, make sure to check this one out!

Catheline Leoni - DC-3 Cargo Pilot in Alaska

2022/03/23

In today's episode a passion for vintage aircraft and the wild landscapes of Alaska came together for Catheline Leoni who had a dream of flying the DC-3. Her story is inspiring for anyone who has a dream they want to chase! This is a fantastic episode you don't want to miss!

Dan Doepker - Ask me anything!

2022/03/16

A little switch up this week, you can get to know Dan better as I answer user submitted questions about everything from my personal background, my favorite flying jobs, aviation relationship advice, to helicopter relief tubes. Thank you to everyone who took the time to ask me a question, I appreciate it! Check it out and I hope you enjoy!

Petter Nyholm - CEO and founder of Preflight as well as sling loading helicopter pilot

2022/03/09

Today I am joined by a long time friend and helicopter pilot Petter Nyholm. Petter worked as a helicopter pilot in Sweden and Norway and recently started his own company called Preflight which offers solutions for aviation operations all over the world. Petter is an incredible guy and has a lot of awesome info to share on today's episode!

Soeren Sauer - Check airman and line pilot for Helicopter Express, HMC, and Designated Pilot Examiner

2022/03/05

Today's guest has a fascinating path through aviation. From paragliders to float helicopters Soeren stays very busy and is currently working as a check airman and line pilot for Helicopter Express, HMC and as a Designated Pilot Examiner. He shares his story with us today along with a lot of great advice!

Joe Caughlin - Heavy lift helicopter pilot for Columbia Helicopters, US Army Pilot, and Airplane Pilot

2022/02/23

A personal mentor of mine with a fascinating career in aviation joins us on the show today to share his story. Joe Caughlin has been flying for 50 years to include a long career with Columbia Helicopters as well as flying for the United States Army. This is a fantastic show full of great advice for everyone!

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29 reviews

EvanPelo 2022/05/13

Great podcast!

Great to listen to different parts of the aircraft industry even for someone who isn’t in it. Gives you a new perspective and knowledge from someone w...

Racer3cccc 2022/04/26

Great job Dan!

Found this podcast on IG and have been listening ever since. Everyone’s story on how they ended up where they are now is always unique and interesting...

Bobby Still 2022/04/13

This podcast is Rad!

I’ve learned a ton about different fields in aviation from all of the great guests on this show! Dan does an awesome job with his interviews and his c...

Save 21 2022/02/12

Great Quality show and production!

Dan has a lot of great guests with a broad background . We’ll done Dan!

ForrestsAviVenture 2022/01/13

Fantastic Show

Fantastic content, there is a little something for everyone with Dan’s approach to interviews. They come across as more of a conversation. whether you...

Oregon.Ty 2021/12/02

Highly Recommend!

If your into aviation profession podcasts, this is a good one to subscribe to! Dan does a great job of interviewing a mixture of people in the aviati...

meganmc9 2021/11/20

This podcast is amazing! Dan is incredibly knowledgeable and fun to listen to.

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