Aviation Week's BCA Podcast

Flexjet made several big moves in 2023, including the purchase of two MROs. Hear how this, along with a new operations center and training initiative with Purdue University,  impacts its maintenance and operational performance. Andrew Collins, co-CEO of Flexjet and CEO of Sentient Jet, speaks with Lee Ann Shay.

This week, listen in as Aviation Week Network's Jeremy Kariuki speaks with Jetlaw Founder and Managing Partner Kent Jackson about the state of fourth-quarter (Q4) aircraft closings and how the market compares to Q4 2022.

This week, we speak with the Flying Classroom's Barrington Irving and Interim Opa-Locka City Manager Darvin Williams about their recent collaboration to create an aviation workforce development program for the residents of Opa-Locka, Florida.  Hosted by Jeremy Kariuki, associate editor of business aviation for Aviation Week Network. 

European national aviation policies differ between countries. Find out what's impacting business aviation and the outlook for 2024 in this podcast with European Business Aviation Association COO Robert Baltus and Aviation Week executive editor of MRO and business aviation, Lee Ann Shay. This episode was produced by Jeremy Kariuki and Andrea Copley-Smith.

Kriya Shortt joined Textron eAviation in August as its new president and CEO, after a 27-year career at Textron Aviation. She talks about her new role, the company's goals and challenges and provides an update on Pipistrel's Velis electric aircraft. Hosted by Molly McMillin, editor of business aviation for the Aviation Week Network. 

Recorded live from NBAA-BACE 2023 in Las Vegas, Jeremy Kariuki, Molly McMillin, Guy Norris, Lee Ann Shay and Bill Carey share their favorite moments from the show. This episode was produced by Guy Ferneyhough and engineered by Jeremy Kariuki.

NetJets signed a record agreement with Textron Aviation for purchase options of up to 1,500 Cessna Citation business jets over the next 15 years. NetJets will also serve as Textron's launch customer for the new Cessna Citation Ascend, with deliveries to begin in 2025. Jeremy Kariuki, Aviation Week associate editor for business aviation, and Molly McMillin, managing editor for business aviation, di...

Following the tragic wildfires in Maui, various business aviation companies sprang into action to help—notably, Black Widow Helicopters. Renne Simoes, who serves as its director of brand development, joins this week's episode to detail how his team is assisting rebuilding efforts in the region. Later on, we speak with Mark Pestal, founder of AeroAngel—a nonprofit organization dedicated to providin...

Legacy Flight Academy (LFA), a nonprofit organization, strives to inspire students of all ages to pursue careers in aviation and STEM. Kenny Thomas, co-founder of LFA, joins this week's episode to share his journey and details how his organization is tackling an ongoing labor shortage across the industry. Hosted by Jeremy Kariuki, a ssociate editor of business aviation for Aviation Week Network. 

Advanced Aviation Team CEO Gregg Brunson-Pitts discusses what is involved in chartering aircraft for presidential candidates—from logistics to working with the Secret Service—and upsizing aircraft as the campaign evolves. Hosted by Lee Ann Shay, Aviation Week's executive editor for business aviation and MRO. 

The need for a public discussion of business aviation's sustainability efforts has never been higher as protesters become more active in their dissent. Elise Fox, senior manager of sustainability solutions for World Fuel Services, shares insights on sustainable aviation fuel and other efforts the industry is taking to meet its goal of net zero emissions by 2050. Hosted by Molly McMillin, managing...

Aviation Week's Jeremy Kariuki, Bill Carey, Molly McMillin and Mike Lavitt discuss highlights from the 2023 EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.  See full coverage from EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023

National Air Transportation Association President and CEO Curt Castagna and NATA Managing Director of Safety and Training Steve Berry discuss the progress of the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions Initiative with BCA Senior Editor Bill Carey.

The 2023 edition of EBACE will be remembered for the climate activists who broke into the static display, but inside the hall disruption of a different kind was on show that will shape business aviation in the years to come. Aviation Week Network editors gather to share their takeaways from the show so far.

It's been a year since Bombardier appointed Wichita as its U.S. headquarters. Tonya Sudduth, Bombardier head of U.S. strategy, talks about what that has meant for the site and how it fits with Bombardier's larger business plan.  

Listen as Chris Reynolds, valuations manager and chief aircraft appraiser for Aircraft Bluebook , joins host Molly McMillin on the BCA Podcast to explain how the pre-owned market is changing.

Any operation involving an aircraft is no easy feat, but flying at the bottom of the world brings its own set of unique challenges and triumphs, as our guest can attest to. Listen in to hear from Patrick Woodhead, a pilot and the CEO and founder of White Desert, a tourism company that charters multiple aircraft types between Cape Town, South Africa, and Antarctica, to discuss the unique operation...

Aviation Week Network editors Molly McMillin and Mike Lavitt provide the latest news and insight from the Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida.

AIR is an Israeli startup seeking to develop and certify a two-seater personal-use electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) vehicle called the AIR ONE. With a range of 100 mi. and top speed of 155 mph, the AIR One is being marketed as a personal daily commuter vehicle for those with a pilot's license. In this episode, AIR CEO Rani Plaut joins the BCA podcast to discuss the ONE and share his v...

Gary Crump has spent the last 34 years as the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association's (AOPA) Director of Medical Certification. His knowledge of a variety of different medical conditions and how they relate to airmen certification is far and wide—it is safe to say that he's seen it all. In this week's episode of the BCA Podcast, Gary comments on trends he's noticing with future pilots seeking the...

Wichita-based Classic Lear Jet Foundation, a newly-formed nonprofit organization, is acquiring the first Learjet delivered to a customer, Learjet 23-003, with plans to restore the aircraft to flying condition. The group's goal is to keep the legacy of the Learjet and the company founded by Bill Lear alive.

Thomas Remo, better known as "Gear Down" to his friends and followers, has found a new calling: inspiring the next generation of pilots by showing them the world of possibilities that come with pursuing a career as a Part 91 private jet pilot. As someone who manages and flies Gulfstreams on A-list music tours, Remo provides his audience with backstage passes both inside and outside the airport env...

Verijet CEO Richard Kane sits down with Aviation Week's Matt Orloff to discuss the Cirrus Vision Jet and how his company can provide solutions to gaps in the industry.

What's the atmosphere like and what are the key new observations from the Middle East Business Aviation Association show taking place in Dubai? Molly McMillin shares her insights on Dec. 7.

December is usually a busy month for business aircraft closings. BCA editors discuss the state of the market and predict what will change in 2023, as well as examine top technological developments impacting the industry.