Aloft with Dan

On today's show Thomas and I talk about: How he started Hangar 22 Coffee Roasters Great ways to enjoy your coffee and up your coffee game (including on the road) How they come up with names for their roasts How he got started in aviation How Thomas stayed grinding despite COVID and managed to land a great job Where Thomas sees both his coffee business and his aviation career going in the future Advice for anyone in aviation And a ton of other advice and stories! Thomas is incredibly passionate about aviation and does and amazing job sharing about his path through the industry.  He is an incredible guy, this is a great episode to check out full of wisdom and advice!Links from today's episode:Thomas's IG: @flywithvpHangar 22 Coffee IG: @Hangar22coffeeHangar 22 Coffee Roasters WebsiteIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comYou can purchase swag specifically at https://aloftwithdan.com/shop/Thank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Jared and I talk about: How he got involved in aviation Auburn University  His career progression and the importance of working hard in every role you take on How being involved gained him opportunities Fly for the Culture and how he got involved with them How he got involved in aerobatic competitions Tips for how to get involved with aviation And a ton of other advice and stories! Jared is incredibly passionate about aviation and does and amazing job sharing about his path through the industry.  He is an incredible guy, this is a great episode to check out full of wisdom and advice!Links from today's episode:Jared's IG: @pilot_hodgeFly For The CultureAviation Career Enrichment, INCOrganization of Black Aerospace ProfessionalsInternational Aerobatic ClubIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comYou can purchase swag specifically at https://aloftwithdan.com/shop/Thank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Serena and Chris talk about: How they got involved with aviation How they met The story of Serena getting into the Navy and how Chris helped throughout the process Advice to anyone who is mentoring someone Great stories of what life in the Navy has been like for Serena And a ton of other advice and stories! Serena and Chris have an incredible story and a lot of passion for aviation and what they are doing, this is a fantastic episode and not one to miss!Women in Aviation IG: @womeninaviationChris Fitzgerald LinkedIn: Chris FitzgeraldThanks to Preflight for sponsoring todays show!  If you are interested in receiving a free 30 minute consultation to find out more about what Preflight can do for you reach out to them here and make sure you let them know I sent you!Preflight WebsitePreflight emailIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comYou can purchase swag specifically at https://aloftwithdan.com/shop/Thank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Trent and I talked about: How he got into aviation Being awarded HAI's Pilot of the Year award A tragic first day of flying heli skiing and the training that prepared him for it Power line construction and his current job Lots of great advice for anyone working through their career And a lot of other topics! It is clear that Trent loves what he is doing and he has a passion for his role and how it helps the world!Trent's IG: @_tvick093_Thanks to Preflight for sponsoring todays show!  If you are interested in receiving a free 30 minute consultation to find out more about what Preflight can do for you reach out to them here and make sure you let them know I sent you!Preflight WebsitePreflight emailIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Leigh and I talked about: How she got into aviation Her path from flight student to business owner Some of the highs and lows from owning and operating a helicopter business What led her to Alaska How they bought the Candy Cane Helicopter Where the paint scheme came from The good and bad with the Bell 505 How yoga ties into her life What helicopter van life is like And a lot of other topics! Leigh is a fantastic human with a really cool story, she clearly loves what she is doing.  Make sure you check it out!Leigh Coates IG: @helipilotleighThanks to Preflight for sponsoring todays show!  If you are interested in receiving a free 30 minute consultation to find out more about what Preflight can do for you reach out to them here and make sure you let them know I sent you!Preflight WebsitePreflight emailIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Cayla and I talked about: Her unique path into aviation What her favorite type of flying is How she found her way into her current role with AOPA and passed up the "dream job" to stay there What an average day in her life looks like The things AOPA does to help pilots and protect our freedom to fly Tips for Oshkosh Tips for how to use social media to help general aviation Pros and cons to living in an airport community And a lot of other topics! Cayla has a ton of great information to share and is a blast to chat with.  Make sure you check it out!Cayla IG: caylamcleodCayla Facebook: Cayla McLeod HuntCayla Twitter: @pilotcaylaCayla TikTok: caylamcleodAlso checkout AOPA, if you are not a member already you should be!  Thanks to Preflight for sponsoring todays show!  If you are interested in receiving a free 30 minute consultation to find out more about what Preflight can do for you reach out to them here and make sure you let them know I sent you!Preflight WebsitePreflight emailIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Kyle and I talked about: His path through aviation. All about how passion for aviation has shaped his life. Where his passion for storytelling and videography/photography came from. His new YouTube channel which will highlight aviators and their stories. Tips for how to get some good footage with some simple tools. And a lot of other topics! Kyle is very passionate about sharing others stories, this is not one to miss.  Make sure you check it out!Aviators and Airplanes YouTube Channel: Aviators and AirplanesKyle Newsom IG: @kylenewsom1Thanks to Preflight for sponsoring todays show!  If you are interested in receiving a free 30 minute consultation to find out more about what Preflight can do for you reach out to them here and make sure you let them know I sent you!Preflight WebsitePreflight emailIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Wes and I talked about: His path into aviation and specifically helicopters UND Aerospace and how their helicopter program has changed over the past few years The helicopter pilot and mechanic shortage The Robinson R44 Cadet Biggest challenges facing the helicopter and specifically the flight training industry Process and need for more helicopter DPEs And a lot of other topics! Wes has a lot of passion, experience and advice that he shares in today's episode.  Make sure you check it out!UND Aerospace Helicopters : UND AerospaceThanks to Preflight for sponsoring todays show!  If you are interested in receiving a free 30 minute consultation to find out more about what Preflight can do for you reach out to them here and make sure you let them know I sent you!Preflight WebsitePreflight emailIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Vicky and I talked about: How she got started in aviation and her path to becoming an airshow pilot Her previous career and the importance of education How IAC competitions work The best way to get started and progress in aerobatic flying What she does to ensure her aircraft are ready to fly Air racing California Aeronautics University The upcoming all female airshow Lots of great advice for everyone And a lot of other topics! Vicky has a lot of experience and has done so many cool things!  She shares a lot of great advice on todays show, make sure you check her out!Airshow Website: oregonairshow.comVicky's Website: Vicky BenzingCalifornia Aeronautics University Website: CAUIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Aimee and I talked about: How she got started in aviation What the selection process is like to become the F-16 demo pilot How she was convinced she would be going to the Air Force Academy and then had to change her plans quickly Her incredible team who makes the F-16 demo possible The ignorance she hopes an all female airshow will combat How important it is to have the most qualified pilots operating in critical roles And a lot of other topics! Aimee has an inspiring story and shares it in today's episode.  She is humble and full of a lot of great advice, this is not one to miss!Airshow Website: oregonairshow.comAimee's Instagram: Aimee "Rebel" FiedlerViper Demo Team IG: Viper Demo TeamIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Indira and I talked about: How she got started as an airshow announcer Her career in the Canadian military Women in aviation The Oregon International Airshow's all women line up and the importance of this event Some great advice for anyone involved in aviation And a lot of other topics! Indira has a lot of great experience and information that she shares on this episode! Make sure to check it out!Airshow Website: oregonairshow.comSong request emails: indirathackorie333@gmail.comIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Jared and I talked about: How he got started in the helicopter industry How he mismanaged his time and funds during his commercial The way he was able to get a job working for Croman Flying ENG Getting out of aviation and then back into it His story of going IIMC And a lot of other topics! Jared has a lot of great experience and information that he shares on this episode! Make sure to check it out!Website: https://flyhaa.comInstagram: @hillsboroheliIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Chris and I talked about: How he got started in the helicopter industry Flying for the BP Oil Spill What it was like flying seismic exploration Training for and performing unique rescues in Yosemite Flying rescues on Mt. Everest Flying the incredible K-Max Tons of advice for anyone in the industry And a lot of other topics! Chris is the kind of person who has done it all but doesn't want to show it off.  He has so much incredible experience he shares today and such a fascinating story.  It has to be one of my favorite interviews to date!  Make sure to check it out!Instagram: @mediocrepilotIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Faith and I talked about: How Faith became a helicopter mechanic HAI Heli Expo How she became an HAI Brand Ambassador The opportunities that exist in aviation especially as a mechanic How her Instagram and You Tube came to be What she hopes howtohelicopter becomes  How she got to sit in Marine One Faith is clearly very passionate about helping people find their way into the industry and showing folks what the industry is like.  You should make sure to follow her accounts which are listed below!Instagram: @howtohelicoperYou Tube: HowToHelicopterIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Catheline and I discussed: How she got started in aviation by learning to fly in Ireland Joining the French Military and flying helicopters Helping restore a DC-3 and then spending three weeks re-creating a route first flown by Jean Batten  How she flew a Cherokee 140 from Alabama to Alaska in the winter How hard work and tenacity lead her to her current role for Dessert Air What it is like flying the DC-3 in Alaska And many other topics! If you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show I answer user submitted questions to include: Do helicopters have relief tubes? Advice for avoiding Aviation Induced Divorce Syndrome What is my background? What was my favorite flying job? What is the hardest part about a career in aviation? And more! If you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Petter and I talked about: How Petter became interested in aviation What his career path was like and how he worked to ensure it met his wife's goals as well What the EASA conversion process is like The steps it takes to become a sling load pilot in Norway What it is like "liming" lakes and why that is one of his favorite jobs How a virus infection has impacted his aviation career The creation of his company Preflight What services and solutions Preflight is offering to the world along with a special offer for one of our listeners Petter is a great guy with a unique path through aviation.  I am very exited to see where he goes and where Preflight takes him.  If you want to get in touch with him please use the links below!Website: PreflightInfo: info@preflightsafety.comIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Soeren and I talked about: How paragliding got Soeren started in aviation Advice for anyone taking a check ride What it is like flying float equipped helicopters What life is like working multiple jobs A little bit about the 407 HP conversion How he became a DPE If you want to get in touch with Soeren you can find him on instagramIf you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Joe and I talked about: His Dad flying as an inspiration to him How he took a $700 inheritance to start his aviation career How firefighting on the ground played a role in his flying US Army flight school His career through the US Army Working for Columbia Helicopters firefighting, logging, moving oil rigs in Papua New Guinea, and flying in Afghanistan What the puke test was and how he mastered it Lots of advice and information that will help anyone in aviation I think it is obvious in the episode that Joe made an impact on my life.  He has a fascinating background and has a lot of knowledge and experience.  He shares that experience and knowledge with everyone around him and makes us all better aviators for it.  I really enjoyed talking with him and having him on the show!  Make sure to check it out!If you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On today's show Travis and I talked about: How he became interested in helicopter flying His path through the helicopter world and the significant challenges he had making his way through it What it is like to fly for Winco Powerline Services From start to finish what steps they go through to build a power line Some of the power line repair jobs Advice he has for networking Advice for new pilots How to get into power line construction work Travis may have had a challenging journey to his current role, he certainly has seen a large portion of the aviation industry and has a lot of great advice and insight for anyone who is in the industry.  Make sure to check his show out!You can reach out to him on instagram at @_travo_If you have any feedback or thoughts please let me know!  You can DM me on instagram or send me an email at aloftwithdan@gmail.com.If you are enjoying the show please leave a review and give us some stars, it helps grow the show and get it out to more people.  If you are really enjoying it and want to support the show please consider heading over to our patreon. Checkout my website at aloftwithdan.comThank you for listening, I appreciate it more than you know! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★