The Death to Downtime Podcast

The Death to Downtime Podcast dives into the gritty, behind-the-scenes world of keeping planes in the air—whether it's commercial jets, private jets, cargo haulers, or choppers. Host Andy Hakes pulls back the curtain on the real challenges tech ops teams face when things go sideways, spotlighting the unsung heroes who fight to keep downtime to a minimum. From surprise maintenance nightmares to sky-high costs, he doesn’t sugarcoat it. But he also reminds us: aviation is safe, the systems are strong, and the people keeping us flying are some of the best in the business. Tune in, drop a review, and share the love—because downtime isn’t just expensive... it’s personal.