Time on Wing Podcast
Not-so-formal interviews with the leaders in commercial aviation.
Episodes
41 episodes
Gueric Dechavanne and Courtney Miller - Podcast Hosts
This episode turns the tables on Gueric and Courtney by having industry listeners interview them. David Sims and Brian Rynott join to torture the original hosts with questions about themselves. This podcast touches on the history of...
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Episode 17
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1:37:36
Adam Pilarski - Chief Economist, Avitas
Adam Pilarski shares his background and journey in aviation, from his initial disinterest in the industry to his career at McDonnell Douglas and eventually joining of Avitas. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the logic behind busine...
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Episode 16
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1:28:58
Bryson Monteleone - Senior Advisor, PwC Ireland
Bryson Monteleone shares his journey in the aviation industry, starting from his work in politics to his transition into aviation consulting. He discusses his experience working for Mort Beyer and the valuable insights he gained from the indust...
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Episode 15
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1:32:59
Rob Dewar - SVP A220 Customer Satisfaction
Rob Dewar shares his journey in aviation, from his childhood fascination with planes to his career at Bombardier and Airbus. He highlights the importance of curiosity and a passion for learning in pursuing a career in aerospace. Dewar also disc...
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Episode 14
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38:13
Steve Rimmer - CEO, Altavair
Steve Rimmer shares his journey in the aviation industry, which started with his upbringing and passion for airplanes. He discusses how chance and being in the right place at the right time played a role in his career. Steve talks about his exp...
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Episode 13
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1:29:10
Frank O'Hagan - Head of Marketing, Altavair
Frank O'Hagan shares his journey in the aviation industry, from growing up at an airport to working in aircraft maintenance and transitioning to the banking side of aviation. He discusses his experiences with aircraft, leasing, and the challeng...
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Episode 12
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1:26:32
Mary Ellen Jones - Strategic Advisor, JetZero
Mary Ellen Jones (Mej) has had quite a journey through the aviation industry, from her early career in government relations to her transition into sales and her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. She shares insights into the challenges, ...
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Episode 11
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1:21:44
Edmond Huot - Partner and Chief Creative Officer, Forward Media
SummaryEdmond Huot talks with Gueric and Courtney about branding in the airline industry. The conversation explores the importance of understanding the client's personality and decision-making dynamics in creating effective cam...
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Episode 10
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1:16:07
Brett Snyder - Founder, Cranky Flier LLC
Brett Snyder shares his journey in the aviation industry, starting from his childhood fascination with airplanes to working in the airline and travel industry. He discusses his experiences at America West, United, and PriceGrabber, as well as t...
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Episode 9
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1:17:54
Ross Mitchell - VP Business Development MHIRJ
What would it take to break up the duopoly? A lot of money, strong aftermarket support, and a healthy dose of insanity.Ross Mitchell of MHIRJ joins us on the Time on Wing Podcast to discuss his history in the regional space. ...
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Episode 8
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1:26:37
David Sunde - CEO, The Landline Company
What if the most efficient way to move air travelers might be on the ground?Seat costs and carbon emissions 90% lower than airborne options, industry-leading seat pitch, 100% available wifi, air-side connections, and the guaranteed lowe...
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Episode 7
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1:33:08
Priscilla Branco - SVP Marketing, Macquarie Air Finance
Lawfirm vs. lessor vs. airline - which is a more demanding environment?Priscilla Branco, SVP of Marketing for Macquarie Air Finance, talks through her history in law, airlines, and aircraft lessors. We also spend time discussing t...
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Episode 6
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1:28:08
Shannon Ackert - SVP, Jackson Square Aviation
What does aircraft and engine maintenance have to do with leasing aircraft? Everything.We have a conversation with Shannon Ackert to talk about the changes coming in the industry with maintenance costs and escalation. Shanno...
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Episode 5
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1:25:57
Shashank Nigam and Dirk Singer - Simpliflying
What are some of the challenges the airline industry is facing in achieving sustainability?We talk sustainability with Shashank Nigam and Dirk Singer of Simpliflying. The discussion proves to be far more nuanced than "don't emit c...
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Episode 4
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1:38:33
Andy Shankland - Managing Director and Partner at Seabury Aviation Partners
How do aircraft manufacturers consider new aircraft development?This latest Time on Wing podcast welcomes Andy Shankland, Managing Director and Partner at Seabury Aviation Partners. Andy's former roles included time at British Aer...
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Episode 3
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1:44:04
Thomas Jaeger and Max Oldorf - Founders of ch-aviation
What does it take to build an aviation software business from the bottom up? Forget the common paths. Thomas Jaeger and Max Oldorf discuss the genesis of ch-aviation and how it grew into the company it is today.
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Episode 2
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1:43:14
Jep Thornton - Managing Partner, Aerolease Aviation
What was it like trading DC-10-30s? It was good. Very good.Jep Thornton talks about the various cycles in aircraft trading and leasing. We discuss the history of the leasing business and how today is different but stil...
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Episode 1
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1:23:04
Ashwin Jadhav - VP Business Development, Twelve
It's widely accepted that SAF will have a future in aviation, but what exactly is SAF? Ashwin Jadhav joins us from Twelve to discuss how they are creating sustainable aviation fuels directly from CO2. This is just one of man...
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Episode 24
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1:29:40
Henry Harteveldt - President, Atmosphere Research
Which airlines have the strongest brands today? Henry Harteveldt, President of Atmosphere Research and expert of all things travel and airline branding, discusses his path through the airline marketing and research world. We...
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Episode 23
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1:28:34
Adam Belusko - Global Head of Sales and Business Development, Avtrac
How will the recent AOG fake parts scandal change aviation?Adam Belusko from Avtrac discusses the past, present, and future challenges with the parts market, and how closely values are tied to tracking. Adam also announces...
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Episode 22
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1:26:48
Chris Jones - Chief Commercial Officer, Aero Design Labs
When can we start seeing benefits toward 2050 carbon targets? Why not today?Chris Jones of Aero Design Labs discusses the options available today to achieve incremental CO2 reduction today. He walks through his history as in...
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Episode 21
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1:42:36
Richard Aboulafia - Managing Director - AeroDynamic Advisorysode
What's in store for aircraft manufacturers over the next decade? Richard Aboulafia, Managing Director at AeroDynamic Advisory, walks us through his journey through aviation and how he thinks about the current state of the industry....
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Episode 20
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1:25:31
John Feren - Partner SplitRock Aviation
What does it take to bring a new aircraft program to market?During this discussion, John Feren of SplitRock Aviation calls on his decades of experience at Boeing, ACG, and L3. It takes us through ESG, emerging technologies, and ai...
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Episode 19
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1:25:58