Fly Girls' Guide to Aviation Careers
Hosted by aviation CEO, FAA board alum, and high-performance business coach René Banglesdorf, Fly Girls’ Guide is the go-to podcast for women who want to launch, grow, or pivot their careers in aviation.
From the cockpit to the control tower, you’ll hear candid conversations with female pilots, mechanics, executives, air traffic controllers, and more—each sharing their stories, struggles, and the bold moves that got them where they are.
Whether you’re just discovering the skies or already leading at 30,000 feet, this show will equip you with real mentorship, practical insights, and the inspiration to chart your own course in the aviation industry.
Let’s build the future of aviation together—one Fly Girl at a time.
Fly Girls' Guide to Aviation Careers
Honoring Aviation’s Legacy, Inspiring Its Future: Amy Spowart
On this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers podcast, René interviews Amy Spowart, CEO of the National Aeronautic Association, to talk about the importance of history in shaping aviation’s future. From her early career in the arts to leading national organizations, Amy has dedicated her work to preserving aviation’s heritage while ensuring lessons from the past help guide the industry forward.
Tune in as they discuss:
- How Amy’s career path led her from the arts to aviation history and leadership
- The role of the National Aeronautic Association in celebrating aviation achievements
- What goes into awarding the prestigious Collier Trophy
- The balance between honoring the past and building a vision for the future
- Why mentorship, volunteering, and aligning with values matter in aviation careers
Aviation isn’t only about technology. It's also about people, memories, and the legacy we carry into the next generation.
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