Aviation Week's BCA Podcast

There simply aren't enough pilots and mechanics. What does the talent pipeline look like and is training evolving to better train for competency? Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University President Barry Butler talks with Aviation Week executive editor Lee Ann Shay about the trends he's seeing—some of which might surprise you.

The production and widespread supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and unleaded avgas will be key for aviation to meet its environmental sustainability goals. BCA Senior Editor Bill Carey discusses industry progress toward deploying SAF and unleaded avgas with National Air Transportation Association CEO Curt Castagna and Managing Director of Industry & Regulatory Affairs Megan Eisenstein.

Mark Malone has made a career out of flying Gulfstreams, but one Gulfstream in particular is near and dear to his heart, N234MM, better known as Mickey Mouse 1. After 30 years of sitting in Orlando, Florida, the legendary airplane that helped build the Disney brand has been restored and moved back to Anaheim, California for visitors to enjoy at Disney's D23 convention.

AirVenture Team Shares Insights From World's Most Attended Air ShowBCA editors Molly McMillin, Mike Lavitt and Matt Orloff are reporting from Oshkosh, Wisconsin, during EAA AirVenture, where nearly 5,000 aircraft are on the field, and roughly 600,000 are expected to attend. Join us as we discuss the largest issues facing general and business aviation today and what the future may hold.  We'll look...

After years of running flight schools at one of the busiest general aviation airports in the world, Shane Braddock, managing partner of First Take Aviation, offers his insight on how the flight training industry is rapidly changing due to the looming pilot shortage and current state of the global economy.

Wichita's aviation industry has undergone a major transformation over the past 20 years with manufacturers and suppliers putting out more production using fewer employees. Wichita highlights what is taking place around the U.S. Jeremy Hill, director of Wichita State University's Center for Economic Development and Business Research, puts data behind the developments and explains what is happening...

With the 2022 edition of EBACE in full swing, the onsite ShowNews editorial team gather to share their key takeaways from this year's event.

Spirit AeroSystems is diversifying and growing its business aviation segment of business. In 2020, the commercial aircraft aerostructures supplier purchased Bombardier's historical Short Brothers operation in Belfast, Northern Ireland, which expands its expertise business jet portfolio. What does the move mean for the company and what are its plans for growth in the business jet segment?

Meet Sun 'n Fun's new president and CEO Gene Conrad and join Mike Lavitt, Aviation Week Network's director of editorial content production, and Molly McMillin, Aviation Week managing editor of business aviation, as the three discuss the recent Sun 'n Fun 2022 in Lakeland, Florida, along with the market, the largest issue facing general aviation and other issues. 

Unprecedented sanctions on Russia following Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine are affecting every aspect of business aviation around the globe. What does it mean and what is to come? Join Lee Ann Shay, BCA executive editor; Bill Carey, senior editor; Angus Batey, UK-based correspondent; and Molly McMillin, managing editor for business aviation; for a discussion on the impact and the future.

Last year the market for pre-owned business jets and turboprops was marked with record low inventory, rising prices and exuberant buyers. How is 2022 shaping up? Chris Reynolds, Valuation Manager and Chief Aircraft Appraiser for Aviation Week Intelligence Network's Aircraft Bluebook , joins Molly McMillin, Aviation Week managing editor for Business Aviation, to share his insights into where the ma...

Paul Corkery, GE Aviation general manager of turboprops, gives an update on the status of the new Catalyst turboprop for Textron Aviation's Beechcraft Denali, and discusses its performance and long-term potential.

The Experimental Aircraft Association's AirVenture always draws more people than any other air show. The mood is optimistic as people see the economy rebounding. Humanitarian organizations that use aircraft to support their mission also have a large presence. Listen in as Aviation Week editors on the ground discuss what's caught their eye this year. 

Sentient Jet President and CEO Andrew Collins discusses the jet-card provider's new Transatlantic and sustainability programs with BCA Senior Editor Bill Carey.

"It's been a wild ride since last year," says Jack Pelton, Experimental Aircraft Association chairman and CEO. EAA's AirVenture Oshkosh returns next month following the cancellation of the 2020 show because of the COVID-19 pandemic. So far, response to AirVenture 2021 has been "phenomenal," he says. Pelton discusses AirVenture's highlights and events, changes and safety precautions it is making an...

After 18 years, Aerion, developer of the AS2 supersonic business jet, halted operations following loss of funding. On June 3, Boom announced an order from United Airlines for its Overture supersonic commercial airliner. With these mixed signals, where is the supersonic market heading? Join Aviation Week's Business and Commercial Aviation editors Guy Norris, Bill Carey and Molly McMillin as they di...

BCA editors share their insights from key topics discussed at EBACE Connect and what they mean for the business aviation industry.