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
Reducing Pilot Workload and Keeping Flight Operations Running Smoothly: Sarah Heugel
In this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide Podcast, René sits down with Sarah Heugel, an aviation professional whose career has spanned dispatch, operations, and leadership. From her early days in scheduling to taking on complex safety and management responsibilities, Sarah shares her path through the industry and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
Tune in as they discuss:
- How Sarah transitioned from dispatch into operations leadership at a major airline
- What she’s learned about balancing career growth with family priorities
- Why mentorship and support networks make all the difference
- The leadership skills that help her succeed in high-stakes environments
Sarah’s story highlights the resilience and adaptability it takes to succeed in aviation. Her perspective shows how every step of the journey, whether in dispatch, operations or leadership, builds a foundation for making an impact in the industry.
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