The RotorHub International Podcast

Returning to the RotorHub International Podcast , Krister Genmark, Senior Vice President of Revenue at Vellox Group, joins Editor Gideon Ewers to discuss how aviation organisations can turn safety data into practical action. Genmark explores how data from safety management systems, incidents and minor accidents can reveal early warnings of more serious risks. He also discusses the importance of ad...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Editor Gideon Ewers is joined by Brandon Robinson, Co-founder and CEO of Horizon Aircraft, to discuss the company’s hybrid-electric approach to vertical flight and why they chose not to pursue an all-electric aircraft. Robinson explores the operational gap Horizon Aircraft aims to address with the Cavorite X7, combining vertical take-off and l...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Editor Gideon Ewers is joined by David Rogers, Founder of VNE Aero, to discuss the evolution of rotary-wing flight helmets and how efforts to improve impact protection have contributed to heavier, larger systems that can affect aircrew comfort, mobility and long-term health. Rogers also shares the thinking behind VNE Aero’s Rotary Wing Advance...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Gideon Ewers speaks with Jason Hill, Founder and Chief Engineer at Hill Helicopters, about the GT50 engine’s first successful run, the development of the HX50 and progress towards its first flight. 

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Editor Gideon Ewers is joined by Joseba Mendizabal, Lieutenant, Pilot and CFI with the Basque Police, to discuss the role of helicopter operations in modern law enforcement and the evolving demands placed on police aviation. Mendizabal also shares insight into the Basque Police's aviation unit, pilot recruitment and in-house training, the...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Gideon Ewers speaks with Tor Baustad, Business Development at Vipe 21, about the future of helicopter connectivity, emerging avionics technologies and the innovations shaping rotorcraft operations.

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Editor Gideon Ewers is joined by Régis Magnac, Vice President Head of Energy, Leasing and Global Accounts at Airbus Helicopters, to discuss the launch of H160 operations in the North Sea and the aircraft's expanding role across multiple mission types. Magnac also shares insight into the H160's versatility across offshore energy, busi...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Editor Gideon Ewers is joined by Jamie John, Chief Commercial Officer at NHV Group, to discuss the launch of H160 operations in the North Sea and what this latest milestone means for the operator. John also shares insight into NHV's history as the global launch customer for the H175, the growing importance of offshore wind support operati...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Editor Gideon Ewers is joined by Bill Long, Aviation Director at Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT), to discuss the charity’s recent Air Operator Certificate (AOC) award and what this milestone means for the organisation. Long also shares insight into EHAAT’s role supporting five million people across Essex and Hertfordshire, operating tw...

Season 3 of the RotorHub International Podcast begins with Editor Gideon Ewers joined by Andy Oxenford, author of Reflections of an Oil & Gas Helicopter Pilot , to discuss his experiences across the offshore helicopter industry.  Drawing on decades in oil and gas aviation, Oxenford reflects on offshore operations, career-defining moments and how the industry has evolved over the years, while a...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, Editor Gideon Ewers is joined by Ruben García Medina, Managing Director Iberia at Avincis, to discuss the company’s role in supporting critical aerial operations across Europe. From aerial firefighting to search and rescue and emergency medical services, Avincis supports essential missions across the region while helping address the growing ch...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast , Gideon Ewers speaks with Colin Waite, Police Account Manager, and Paul Petit-How, Business Development Lead at Enterprise Control Systems (ECS), part of SPX Communication Technologies . Enterprise Control Systems specialises in advanced communication and datalink technologies supporting aviation, defence, and security operations worldwide. Wi...

Live from Day 2 of VERTICON, RotorHub’s Gideon Ewers speaks with Krister Genmark, Senior Vice President of Revenue at Vellox Group. Vellox Group provides specialised aviation services supporting helicopter operators and organisations across the global rotorcraft sector. Speaking from the show floor, Krister introduces the company and shares insight into Vellox Group’s role within the evolving roto...

Live from VERTICON, RotorHub’s Gideon Ewers speaks with Axnes Managing Director Markus Schmitz and Vice President Brett J. Gardner.  Axnes is a Norwegian technology company specialising in advanced wireless intercom systems designed to improve communication and safety in demanding aviation and operational environments. In this short conversation from the show floor, they introduce the company and...

In Episode 12 of the RotorHub International Podcast, we’re joined by Capt. Anja Eriksen, pilot, CRM trainer and aviation life coach, to explore what “Next Gen Safety” really means for today’s aviation industry. While aviation rightly prides itself on decades of safety advancement, the rate of improvement has plateaued for more than 20 years. In this episode, we discuss the need for a more proactiv...

In Episode 11 of the RotorHub International Podcast, we’re joined by Geoff Packer, CEO of HeliSpeed Ltd, a leading aviation training academy dedicated to developing the next generation of helicopter pilots and engineers. As the global rotorcraft industry faces increasing demand for skilled professionals, Geoff shares how HeliSpeed was established to raise standards in pilot and engineer training,...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, we’re joined by Tobias Nilsson , Sales Manager EMEA at Web Manuals , a leading digital documentation and compliance management platform for the aviation industry. Tobias brings deep insight into how digitalisation is transforming rotorcraft operations, from enhanced safety workflows to more efficient regulatory compliance.

In the latest episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, we sit down with Jonas Goercke , Head of Business Line Flight Training at Reiser Simulation and Training GmbH . Jonas offers a deep dive into the world of high-fidelity rotorcraft simulation, exploring how training has evolved and advanced in the rotorcraft industry, the competitiveness of the training sector, and how technologies like M...

Recorded live from EUROPEAN ROTORS 2025 in Cologne, this special edition of the RotorHub International Podcast brings together an expert guest panel:  President and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company, David Smith, Photographer, Jon Davison, and Writer, Jude Brazendale. They share the history and development of their recently published book 'Climb Higher', exclusively available at EUROPEA...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast , we speak with Simon Tye, Chief Commercial Officer at Avincis Group , to uncover the history, mission and growth of one of Europe’s leading helicopter and critical aviation service providers. Simon shares how Avincis was formed, the company’s evolution in the rotorcraft sector, and the strategic vision driving its expansion across emergency me...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, we dive into the world of surplus, component life cycles, and smart sourcing with Jeremy Green, CEO, and Elio Sicheri, Rotary Wing Programme Manager, at Hayward & Green Aviation Ltd. They break down the current state of the used parts market, discussing everything from the challenges of traceability and certification to the massive cost-sa...

In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, we’re joined by Nicola Winter, pilot, keynote speaker, lecturer, and advisor at ADAC Luftrettung, whose remarkable career embodies passion, precision, and purpose in aviation. In this episode of the RotorHub International Podcast, we’re joined by Nicola Winter . Nicola’s journey began with a childhood dream of flight that led her to become one...

In this episode, we are joined by Sara Dhariwal, Lead Appraiser for Helicopters and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) at Cirium Consultancy. Sara brings a wealth of expertise in aviation asset valuation and market analysis, with a career spanning over a decade at Cirium. Today, Sara leads the Ascend Helicopter Valuations practice, overseeing a global team of six experts. Her role focuses on delivering m...

We are excited to welcome Ian Bonthrone, Chief Executive  of Air Rescue UK Ltd, as our next guest on the RotorHub International Podcast. With over two decades as a military crewman on combat support and SAR helicopters, followed by a career spanning medical devices, public safety, and leadership roles, Ian brings a wealth of experience to the table.  From his time as a Search & Rescue Winchman...

In this episode, we are joined by Luis Muñoz Miller, Regional Sales Manager for the US, Canada, and LATAM at CENTUM, to explore how their innovative LifeSeeker system is transforming search and rescue operations. Luis explains how LifeSeeker works by turning a mobile phone into a beacon, enabling rescue teams to locate missing people quickly and accurately, even in challenging environments where t...