The RotorHub International Podcast
The RotorHub International Podcast is a leading B2B rotorcraft podcast, providing in-depth coverage of the civil and parapublic rotorcraft industry. Hosted by award-winning Editor Gideon Ewers, we sit down with the people shaping the rotorcraft sector, from pilots and firefighters to helicopter manufacturers and CEOs. Released bi-weekly, our episodes explore pressing topics and provide insights on the evolution of public safety aviation, the future of vertical lift, search and rescue (SAR) missions, and much more.
Whether you work in the rotorcraft sector, are passionate about helicopter technology, or simply curious about the future of the industry, you’ll find every episode insightful, informative, and expertly produced by RotorHub International.
The RotorHub International Podcast
Flying with Purpose: Lisa Zumkeller on Aerial Firefighting, Medevac, and mentoring women in aviation
In this episode of the RotorHub International podcast, we are joined by Lisa Zumkeller, a contract precision longline pilot whose passion for vertical reference flying has taken her across some of Canada’s most rugged and remote landscapes. She plays a critical role in wildfire suppression operations and also flies medevac missions aboard the BK117.
Originally from Germany, Lisa grew up on a farm before immigrating to Canada with her family at the age of 13. Lisa began her aviation journey as a Second-in-Command on the Super Puma, later transitioning to the Bell 206 and then the H125. Over the past five years, she has flown extensively throughout Canada and the Arctic, building a diverse and dynamic career in rotary aviation.
Lisa is also an active member of the international organisation Whirly Girls, dedicated to supporting women in helicopter aviation. She is deeply committed to giving back to the industry and inspiring the next generation of pilots through mentorship and outreach.