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
Inside MD Helicopters: Ryan Weeks on Support, Service & Strategy
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In this episode recorded at MD Helicopters' headquarters in Mesa, Arizona, Editor Gideon Ewers sits down with Ryan Weeks, CEO and President of MD Helicopters, for an insightful conversation on leadership, innovation, and the future of rotorcraft support.
With a distinguished career spanning multiple Fortune 500 companies and industries, Ryan brings a wealth of strategic experience to his role at MD Helicopters. In this episode, he discusses the company’s renewed focus on aftermarket products and services—including spares, repairs and overhauls (R&O), upgrades, and customer support—and how these priorities are driving operational readiness and value for MD operators worldwide.
Tune in to hear Ryan’s vision for MD Helicopters, the evolving needs of the industry from rotor system enhancements and brake redesigns and what’s next in the rotorcraft support landscape.