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.
The Death to Downtime Podcast
Bridging IT & Maintenance, Build vs Buy, and more with Mo Bouzoubaa
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In this episode of Death to Downtime, Kamal and Mike sit down with Mohamed Bouzoubaa, Managing Associate at ACF Associates, to uncover the real challenges of aligning IT and maintenance in the airline industry. From unexpected technical roadblocks (like database limits!) to the ongoing build vs buy debate, Mo shares insider stories, practical solutions, and change management strategies that actually work.
If you’ve ever wondered why aviation IT projects always run late, or how airlines decide which systems to integrate, this conversation will give you an inside look at the decisions that keep aircraft flying — and the mistakes that can ground them.