LD Aviation Podcast

In this episode, Lindsay Dyer talks with Dave Koch, photographer and founder of AeroMedia. Dave recounts how he got into aviation photography and the importance of early experience. They dive into considerations for exterior and interior aircraft shots, from lighting to ethically showcasing important details. Dave even shows off the camera used to capture 3D virtual tours of planes. It is clear that photography is a true passion of Dave's, you won't be able to watch this episode without smiling at his enthusiasm!More With Dave KochDave Koch is an award-winning commercial photographer and the founder of AeroMedia Aviation Photography, specializing in private and business aviation. After more than 40 years behind a camera, including 15 years as a television news photographer, Dave has built a growing aviation practice photographing aircraft for brokers, operators, manufacturers, flight departments and aviation businesses across the country. His work ranges from small business aircraft to Gulfstreams and BBJs, as well as prototype and next-generation aircraft. But Dave's story is also about building a business inside the aviation industry. He has learned how to work around aircraft schedules, maintenance, flight departments, FBOs and the operational realities that come with photographing multimillion-dollar assets, while developing relationships throughout business aviation. His work has been recognized nationally, and he also writes and teaches about aviation photography, sharing what he has learned about both the creative and business sides of working in this highly specialized industry. Dave's Aircraft Photography: https://aviationaircraftphoto.comShow Notes0:00 Intro1:48 Merging Photography & Aviation6:43 First Big Projects9:11 Creating AeroMedia12:09 Dave’s Projects: Prototypes18:24 Interior vs. Exterior30:53 Editing, Ethics, AI41:06 Notable Planes46:06 3D Tours & Storytelling57:32 Advice For New PhotographersABOUT LD AVIATION PODCASTWelcome to the LD Aviation Podcast! We aim to promote cooperation and collaboration within the Business Aviation community by featuring discussions with industry leaders, experts, and professionals.We know how important it is for Executive Assistants, Schedulers and Dispatchers to learn efficiently.That’s why we made this podcast to give you helpful ideas about Business Aviation.Host and CEO, Lindsay Dyer, talks to experts in Business Aviation to share their knowledge. They talk about what’s new and interesting in the industry, and give tips to help EA’s, Schedulers and Dispatchers do their job well.We hope you join us on this exciting journey to learn more about Business Aviation!https://ldaviationservices.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-dyer-ancora/

In this episode, Lindsay Dyer talks with Tracie Carwile, VP of Global sales at GGT WORLDWISE. GGT is a pioneer when it comes to secure ground transportation, an overlooked yet important operation pre and post-flight. Tracie shares her vast experience with key considerations when it comes to large events, high profile clients, and setting expectations to meet preferences. What are domestic versus international challenges? Should guests use an alias if needed? What are the various levels of security measures provided? Whether you work in aviation or simply want some additional security knowledge when it comes to travel, this episode is for you!More With Tracie CastileTracie Carwile is Vice President of Global Sales at GGT WORLDWISE, a respected global aviation leader, and security expert with more than 20 years of business aviation experience. She serves as Executive Director of Women in Corporate Aviation, chairs NBAA’s Endeavor group, is a member of the NBAA Security Council, and supports future aviators through her role on the advisory board at Texas Southern University. GGT Worldwise: http://www.ggtworldwise.com

In this episode, Lindsay Dyer talks with Rick Adams, Co-Founder of Skali. Skali aims to transform emergency medical response in the aviation field. Medical emergencies are a when, not an if. Limited resources in the air can create intense and stressful situations quickly. Rick covers how the idea was born and how the service works. Pre-flight screening, AI integration, and Crew Care are all features discussed as well. Finally, Rick provides lessons and advice for other entrepreneurs just starting out.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of United Airlines or any other organization with which he is affiliated.More With Rick AdamsRick Adams is a United Airlines Boeing 737 Captain, retired U.S. Air Force officer, and co-founder of Skali Inc. With more than 20 years of aviation leadership experience spanning military and commercial operations, he has served as an aircraft commander, instructor pilot, evaluator pilot, operations leader, flight manager, and airline captain. A graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, Norwich University (M.A. in Diplomacy), and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management (MBA), Rick helps lead Skali’s efforts to transform emergency medical response in aviation and other remote environments. He lives on Chicago’s North Shore with his wife and three active sons, where much of his time away from aviation is spent at baseball fields, soccer sidelines, and family adventures.SKALI: https://www.skalillc.comShow Notes0:00 Intro2:33 An Idea Is Born7:20 Lessons In Business & Aviation9:05 Medical Emergencies15:23 How Does It Work?18:32 AI Integration & Efficiency23:54 Pre-Flight Screening & Crew Care26:06 First Steps in Creation35:38 Advice for New Entrepreneurs40:18 Rapid Questions & Final ThoughtsABOUT LD AVIATION PODCASTWelcome to the LD Aviation Podcast! We aim to promote cooperation and collaboration within the Business Aviation community by featuring discussions with industry leaders, experts, and professionals.We know how important it is for Executive Assistants, Schedulers and Dispatchers to learn efficiently.That’s why we made this podcast to give you helpful ideas about Business Aviation.Host and CEO, Lindsay Dyer, talks to experts in Business Aviation to share their knowledge. They talk about what’s new and interesting in the industry, and give tips to help EA’s, Schedulers and Dispatchers do their job well.We hope you join us on this exciting journey to learn more about Business Aviation!https://ldaviationservices.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-dyer-ancora/

In this episode, Lindsay Dyer is joined by Nate Dietsch and Lee Brewster to discuss the NBAA Maintenance Committee. What does the committee do? How are the subcommittees structured? With the NBAA MX Conference coming up, the cover the importance of early exposure, leadership roles, and future needs.More With Nate DietschWith over 24 years of aviation experience, Nate Dietsch currently serves as the Sr. Manager of Aviation Maintenance (Director of Maintenance) at Netflix, Inc. His career began in the United States Marine Corps, where he served for 14 years and completed six deployments in support of global and combat operations. During his military service, he held key roles, including KC-130F/R/T Flight Mechanic and powerplant mechanic; KC-130J Flight Engineer Assistant NATOPS Instructor; Night Systems Instructor; and Gulfstream III (C-20D) & G550 (C-37B) Flight Engineer Instructor. Following his military tenure, Nate transitioned to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, where he supported the USAF C-37A (GV) mission as part of the Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Program. Nate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from Duquesne University and a Master’s Degree in Aviation and Aerospace Management from Purdue University. He is a G550 Master Technician and remains deeply engaged with the industry as an active member of the NBAA Maintenance Committee and Leadership Council. A recipient of the NBAA’s 40 Under 40 award in 2021, he served as the NBAA Maintenance Conference Co-Chair (2022–2023) and Conference Chair (2024–2025). He currently serves as the Secretary of the NBAA Maintenance Committee.More With Lee BrewsterA summary can easily be a recap of your professional accomplishments, or it can be a summary of your philosophy and how you see your place and contribution through your professional career. I prefer to focus on the this philosophy. The characteristics that have propelled me through my career are simple: be kind, be solution oriented and leverage your network for the good of the industry and people you serve. My career has allowed me the opportunity to meet and learn from people in a variety of different industries, fields, skills, personalities, and qualities. From each of these people they have gifted me with knowledge that I was able to apply to my personal growth or connect them with someone else who had a need. As I continue on my path I look forward to growing my knowledge base and skills and at the same time sharing with as many people as possible.Show Notes0:00 Intro 1:55 Road to NBAA18:27 Maintenance Committee28:15 Sub Committee Structure30:52 NBAA Maintenance Conference35:24 Roles in Leadership46:48 Job Pool & Future Needs57:57 Campus Connect1:03:13 Early Exposure1:08:31 Future of MaintenanceABOUT LD AVIATION PODCASTWelcome to the LD Aviation Podcast! We aim to promote cooperation and collaboration within the Business Aviation community by featuring discussions with industry leaders, experts, and professionals.We know how important it is for Executive Assistants, Schedulers and Dispatchers to learn efficiently.That’s why we made this podcast to give you helpful ideas about Business Aviation.Host and CEO, Lindsay Dyer, talks to experts in Business Aviation to share their knowledge. They talk about what’s new and interesting in the industry, and give tips to help EA’s, Schedulers and Dispatchers do their job well.We hope you join us on this exciting journey to learn more about Business Aviation!https://ldaviationservices.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-dyer-ancora/

In this episode, Lindsay Dyer talks with Dustin Cordier, an EOS implementer that helps leadership teams become aligned on vision, traction and health. What makes a smart and healthy business? What are common pitfalls of entrepreneurs? When it comes to gaining freedom, that means building a leadership team and delegating tasks. Dustin also details his work as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. This episode is a must watch for entrepreneurs!More With Dustin CordierThere's a price for building something special. It's the grind.But what if the grind feels like all squeeze, no juice?Entrepreneurship is filled with ignorance and suffering. I know. I've been there.There is a way out. It doesn't require selling, and it doesn't require working harder. It requires building a company that can run without you in every conversation.The best cure I've found is EOS, the Entrepreneurial Operating System. As an EOS Implementer, I help leadership teams get aligned on vision, disciplined about execution, and healthy enough to run together.We start with a conversation. From there we build a plan.On the other side, you work with people you love doing what you love, make your dent in the universe, get compensated accordingly, and have time for other passions. You live with intention.The skills that built your business are not the same ones that will free you from it. If that's hitting home, let's talk.https://www.stepzerocoaching.com/about-dustinShow Notes0:00 Intro2:18 The Call of Entrepreneurship6:30 Early Lessons8:28 Smart & Healthy Businesses14:47 Freedom & Alignment23:05 Growing Leadership Teams24:55 Accountability33:35 Vision & Regrets43:17 Delegating Tasks46:26 Certified Exit Planning Advisor59:18 Final Questions & ThoughtsABOUT LD AVIATION PODCASTWelcome to the LD Aviation Podcast! We aim to promote cooperation and collaboration within the Business Aviation community by featuring discussions with industry leaders, experts, and professionals.We know how important it is for Executive Assistants, Schedulers and Dispatchers to learn efficiently.That’s why we made this podcast to give you helpful ideas about Business Aviation.Host and CEO, Lindsay Dyer, talks to experts in Business Aviation to share their knowledge. They talk about what’s new and interesting in the industry, and give tips to help EA’s, Schedulers and Dispatchers do their job well.We hope you join us on this exciting journey to learn more about Business Aviation!https://ldaviationservices.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-dyer-ancora/