Valor Flight Crew
Produced in partnership with ECHO (Every Coast Helicopter Operations), the Valor Flight Crew Podcast promotes the personnel and life-saving equipment behind helicopter air ambulance services.
Join hosts Mike Fadale and Blake Shrider for in-depth interviews and expert insights from air medical personnel, pilots, communication specialists, and maintenance crews who play critical roles in airborne emergency response.
Both members of the ECHO team, Mike and Blake, have diverse backgrounds in public safety aviation and leadership, allowing them to bring unique perspectives and expertise to the Valor Flight Crew Podcast.
Valor Flight Crew
Episode 28 - Halsey & Valor Flight Crew: Inside the World of Air Medical Rescue
Welcome back to the Valor Flight Crew Podcast, hosted by ECHO and brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS and Vertical Valor Magazine.
In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider sits down with Blake Shrider and Mike Fadale from the Valor Flight Crew Podcast for an inside look at the demanding world of air medical services. Together, they share firsthand accounts of life on the front lines, where every decision can make a lasting impact on survival. The conversation explores the personal and professional challenges flight crews face — from balancing family life with the unpredictable nature of the job to managing the emotional toll of high-stakes missions.
Listeners will gain valuable insight into the critical importance of mental health resources, the power of cohesive teamwork, and the ways technological advancements — from AI-driven documentation tools to state-of-the-art medical equipment — are transforming the industry. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to the unsung heroes of the skies, celebrating their unwavering dedication, resilience, and passion for saving lives in even the most extreme conditions.
Thank you to our sponsors Airbus, Metro Aviation and Precision Aviation Group.