Featured Guest: Stratus Financial & Curanda AirportFlight Training Financing Experts & Hidden Aviation Gem Episode Summary In this episode of The Future in Flight Podcast, we explore the financial realities of flight training and an innovative solution making aviation careers more accessible. We also take a journey to Curanda Airport, a grassroots aviation hub in […]
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Featured Guest: Claire MaherPilot, Founder of Fly Girl Aircraft Detailing, Director of Administration at FlyBright Pilot Academy Episode SummaryClaire Maher shares her journey from reluctant teen to aviation entrepreneur with Fly Girl Aircraft Detailing, alongside insights into electric aircraft advancements and a review of the Bob Hoover documentary, Flying the Feathered Edge. Segment 1: Claire
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Future in Flight Podcast: Episode Notes Featured Guest: Josh Cook Flight Test Director, Founder/Owner Legendary Aviation Coffee Company Episode Summary This episode features Josh Cook, a flight test engineer who combined his aviation passion with specialty coffee to create Legendary Aviation Coffee Company, plus segments on aviation careers and pilot jargon. Segment 1: Josh Cook
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Future in Flight Podcast: Episode Notes Featured Guest: Vanzell Jenkins Aviation Educator, Experimental Aircraft Builder, and Aspiring Air Show Pilot Episode Summary This episode features Vanzell Jenkins, an aviation educator from the South Side of Chicago who has pioneered a path in aviation without any family connections to the industry. Vanzell shares his journey from
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Summary The intersection of tradition and innovation in aviation takes center stage as this episode explores Purdue University’s online aviation programs and the timeless utility of the windsock. The narrative culminates with the compelling story of Bessie Coleman, whose pursuit of a pilot’s license in segregation-era America exemplifies the ongoing journey toward making aviation more
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***We’re growing!*** Due to the overwhelmingly positive response to our first two shows, we’re making them a little longer moving forward! Summary In this episode of The Future in Flight Podcast, host Shawn Staerker interviews pilot and creator Nick Henderson, whose extraordinary aviation journey spans from childhood in Indonesia to military service and a thriving
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***BONUS EPISODE*** Thank you for the wonderful response to our premier episode! Since you enjoyed that one so much, we thought we’d offer this INCREDIBLE show as a bonus. It’s our small way of saying “thank you” for listening and supporting! Summary In this episode of The Future in Flight Podcast, host Shawn Starker takes
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Summary In our PREMIER episode of the Future in Flight podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of Mike Salmon, who transitioned from military service to a successful career in aviation maintenance and entrepreneurship. His story highlights the importance of finding purpose and embracing unexpected opportunities. We also delve into the Tennessee Tree Toppers, a community
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