AVIATION PERSPECTIVES WITH C.A.C. PODCAST

In this episode, we sit down with Mark Lendvay — Senior Training Captain, Airline Assessor, and Founder of Clearway Pilot Consulting. Mark shares his journey in aviation, how he became an assessor, and how he started his consulting company to help young aspiring pilots get into the airline world. A dense interview where we talk about what Mark has observed during assessments, how academics can pre...

In this episode, we interview one of our own… Bret! We continue our exploration of the aircraft management world by reviewing the Canadian system. Bret shares his experience of managing aircraft under the CARs for private operations. We talk about how aircraft management is structured, the stakeholders, duties and responsibilities, manuals, approvals, and the commonalities and differences between...

*** You’re listening to a preview of this interview. The full extended discussion, including downloadable audio, is available free in the C A C Aviation Knowledge Library. Visit c a c globalsolutions.com/aviationlibrary and start exploring.   In this episode, we sit down with Paul White — Airworthiness Management Specialist and Consultant. With Paul, we explore the world of Continuing Airwort...

In this episode, we sit down with Joaquin R. Ochoa — retired FAA Inspector and aviation consultant. With Joaquin, we explore what it takes to manage aircraft under FAR Parts 91 and 125, from personnel requirements to maintenance programs. We also discuss FAA oversight, compliance, and some of the key issues Joaquin encountered throughout his long career in aviation. Towards the end, we look at the...

In this interview, we sit down with Philippe Cabon, Co-Founder, Doctor, and Scientific Expert at Welbees, and Pauline Vrancken, Psychologist and Consultant at Welbees. Together, Philippe and Pauline share insightful perspectives on what fatigue truly is, how it differs from simply being tired, and how stress, personal life circumstances, and major life-changing events such as COVID impact fatigue....

In this episode, we welcome back returning guest Adam Bakos, Aircraft Certification and International Regulatory Affairs expert. This time, we provide an introduction to one of the most important documents in aircraft management: the Maintenance Planning Document (MPD). We discuss how the MPD is developed, the groups involved in its creation, the differences between the MRBR and the MPD, and the M...

In this episode, we sit down with Matthew Gee — Head of Flight Operations at Six West Aviation and Founder of MG Aviation Consultancy. With Matthew, we explore the unique world of Ferry Operations: their structure, challenges, and the special conditions that set them apart from standard operations. He walks us through the ins and outs of this niche sector, the essential relationship between Airwor...

In this episode, we talk with Nate Ehlers — founder of Backseat Pilot, Certified Flight Instructor, United Airlines Pilot, and C-17 Instructor Pilot in the Air Force Reserve. Nate shares how his aviation career began and evolved across General Aviation, the Airline world, and the Air Force Reserve, and how each environment shaped his skills, mindset, and perspective as an aviator. We discuss the i...

In this episode of Aviation Perspectives with C.A.C., we sit down with Mr. Jorge Colindres, CEO and Chairman of the Registry of Aruba, to explore how one of the world’s most recognized aircraft registries operates. Mr. Colindres shares insights into the Registry’s regulatory framework, organizational structure, and oversight responsibilities — along with the processes that support aircraft operato...

In this episode, we talk with Gina Trussell, an FAA Designated Airworthiness Representative (DAR – Maintenance), about her career path and the critical role DARs play in aircraft certification and oversight. Gina shares her journey into aviation and explains what it means to be a DAR, including how to become one, what authorization codes mean, and how DARs support aircraft import/export, modificat...

Join us as Nicholas Bock, Aviation Manager, Certified A&P IA, and entrepreneur, walks us through the world of aircraft components—from sales and teardown programs to certification, traceability, and innovation. He also shares insights on how AI and his Patent to Reverse Engineer Aircraft Components could transform the aircraft parts market and aviation education. Chapters: 00:00 – How Nicholas...

In this short trailer, we sit down with Nicholas Bock — Aviation Sales Manager and Inventor — to explore the fascinating world of aircraft components. From Nicholas’s beginnings in aviation and the challenges of the aircraft parts aftermarket, to his patent for reverse engineering aircraft parts aimed at supporting the next generation of aviation professionals, this episode shines a light on a sid...

In this in-depth conversation, we sit down with Stan Kuliavas, a leading figure in Canadian business aviation, to unpack the complexities of aircraft brokerage. From navigating aircraft sales and international tariffs, to building trust-based relationships and guiding first-time buyers, Stan shares real-world stories and expert insights on the role of an Aircraft Broker and explains how there is m...

In this short trailer we talk with Stan Kuliavas, a leading figure in Canadian business aviation, to unpack the complexities of aircraft brokerage. Another amazing conversation where we unpack the challenges of modern aviation from navigating aircraft sales and international tariffs, to building trust-based relationships and guiding first-time buyers, Stan shares real-world stories and expert insi...

In this episode, we speak with Michael Byrt, Chief Operating Officer at AerAdvise. With over 30 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, airworthiness, and aviation training, Mike shares his journey from AME to independent CAMO founder. The conversation centers around the EASA Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) process, but also touches on: • The evolution of CAMO oversight in Europe • ARC...

Here's a sneak peek of our interview with Michael Byrt, Chief Operating Officer at AerAdvise, about the EASA Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC) process and how it fits into today’s airworthiness landscape. In this short preview, we touch on: ✈️ What is an ARC & the ARC process ✈️ CAMO’s role in the ARC and its relationship with the Authority ✈️ ARC Acceptance across EASA Member States ✈️ A...

In this interview we speak with Adam Bakos, Aircraft Certification & International Regulatory Affairs Expert. Adam is a Professional Engineer with 15 years experience in the Aerospace industry; predominantly in the areas of Airworthiness Procedures and Processes, Aircraft Type Certification, Product Integrity, Project Management and International Regulatory Affairs. He joined us in this interv...

Enjoy a short video of our next interview with Adam Bakos, Aircraft Certification & International Regulatory Affairs Expert. 🔍 In this short preview, we discuss: • The connection between the marketing name and the certified aircraft model • What the term levelling means in a TCDS context • How special conditions are applied — and why they matter This is just a taste of what’s to come in the f...

In this interview we had the opportunity to speak with Professor Dr. sc. Ing. Iyad Alomar, Director of the Aviation Engineering Program of the Engineering Faculty, at the Transport and Telecommunication Institute (TSI) of Riga, Latvia. He joined us in this interview to discuss the gap between the needs of the Aviation Industry and the courses offered by Academia. Professor Alomar merges his experi...

Enjoy an extract of our interview with Professor Dr. sc. Ing. Iyad Alomar, Director of the Aviation Engineering Program of the Engineering Faculty, at the Transport and Telecommunication Institute (TSI) of Riga, Latvia. He joined us to discuss the gap between the needs of the Aviation Industry and the courses offered by Academia. Professor Alomar merges his experience as an Aircraft Maintenance En...

In this episode we talk with Donatella Ricci, Holder of the Gyroplane World Altitude Record of 27,556 ft / 8,399 m. Donatella shares her deep passion for aviation and her remarkable journey from a background in astrophysics to becoming a Project Manager at Leonardo Helicopters. We dive into the story behind her record-breaking flight—reaching an altitude of 27,556 feet solo in a gyroplane. This is...

In this episode we talk with Donatella Ricci, Holder of the Gyroplane World Altitude Record of 27,556 ft / 8,399 m. Donatella shares her deep passion for aviation and her remarkable journey from a background in astrophysics to becoming a Project Manager at Leonardo Helicopters. We dive into the story behind her record-breaking flight—reaching an altitude of 27,556 feet solo in a gyroplane. This is...

Enjoy a sneak peek of our upcoming interview with Gyroplane World Altitude Record holder Donatella Ricci. The full episode airs on Aviation Perspectives with C.A.C. on June 5th, 2025 at 10:00 AM PDT. In this episode, Donatella shares her deep passion for aviation and her remarkable journey from a background in astrophysics to becoming a Project Manager at Leonardo Helicopters. We dive into the sto...

Enjoy a sneak peek of our upcoming interview with Gyroplane World Altitude Record Holder Donatella Ricci. The full episode airs on Aviation Perspectives with C.A.C. on June 5th, 2025 at 10:00 AM PDT. In this episode, Donatella shares her deep passion for aviation and her remarkable journey from a background in astrophysics to becoming a Project Manager at Leonardo Helicopters. We dive into the sto...

We continue our Civil Aviation Authorities' interview series with the Bermuda CAA. We had the opportunity to speak with the Director General of the Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority, Mr. Thomas Dunstan. The intent with this interview is to share knowledge about the regulation, their approach and the services provided by the Bermuda CAA. Enjoy! Don’t miss any updates, don't forget to subscribe and t...