AviationPros Podcast

Nicole Dyehouse, founder and CEO of planeKrafty, speaks with the Aviation Pros Podcast about her cutting-edge platform that could make a huge difference for MROs. Informed by her expertise from more than 20 years as an aircraft mechanic, Dyehouse explains how planeKrafty aims to solve an industry-wide problem that persists in aviation maintenance: paper records management. Listen to the full episo...

In this end-of-year breakdown, Joe Petrie looks back at the major events that shaped airport strategy this year and offers bold predictions for what’s ahead in 2026.

On this episode of the Aviation Pros podcast, CEO and Founder of Stratos Jets Joel Thomas discusses how the company is revolutionizing AOG response for private charters. Thomas highlights FlightGuard , the company’s AOG mechanical recovery coverage solution that helps clients avoid delays and reduce costs for recovery flights. Learn about the importance of effective response during AOG events, the...

In a recent interview with Ground Support Worldwide, WiTricity CEO Joe Benz discussed how wireless charging technology is emerging as a practical solution for the growing number of electric vehicles used in aviation and ground operations. Built on years of research into magnetic resonance-based power transfer, WiTricity’s system allows equipment to charge automatically by parking over a pad, remov...

Dijon Valentim, Engineering Services Manager at Conflux Technology, joined the Aviation Pros Podcast to talk net-zero goals, exciting partnerships and the use of Formula 1 engineering to develop and power aircraft. Listen for expert insights on new technologies in aviation, hydrogen fuel cell cooling and ways to prepare for maintenance on aircraft developed with F1 engineering.

In the latest Aviation Pros podcast episode, Stephan Hardt, Sales VP, Ports and Airports, for Southwire, discusses how the 75-year-old U.S. manufacturer is helping airports modernize through electrification.    With experience in EV charging and deep roots in wire and cable innovation, Southwire provides the infrastructure behind airport systems, from runway lighting to electric ground support equ...

In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Joe Petrie sits down with Michael Taylor, Senior Managing Director of Travel, Hospitality, Retail and Customer Service at J.D. Power. The conversation dives into the findings from the 2025 North America Airport Satisfaction Study, revealing why passengers are reporting higher satisfaction levels even as air travel sets new records. Taylo...

Aviation Pros spoke with Julia Wicksell, director of operations, EMEA, at Web Manuals recently about maintaining community in the digital age. The aviation industry is facing rapid modernization, with much centered on digitalization. Wicksell shares insights on maintaining a positive work environment and encouraging peer recognition, as well as the in-person events that Web Manuals uses to keep th...

Mallaghan GSE introduced new products and services at the International GSE Expo this week in Las Vegas. To find out more, Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier spoke with Mallaghan Chief Commercial Officer Joe Griffith and Head of Global Customer Care Steven Fearon.  Here's a brief summary of the points discussed:  1. New purpose-built de-icer Mallaghan is bringing a new, purpose-built...

Andreas Funk, a key figure in the formation of IAEMA in 2009, talks with Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier about the evolution of the organization and its brain child, the International GSE Expo. Here are five main points of the discussion: 1. Founding of IAEMA The International Airport Equipment Manufacturers Association (IAEMA) was created in response to manufacturers' frustrations...

Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier talks with Jennifer Matasy, Executive Director of IAEMA, about the International GSE Expo taking place in Las Vegas, Sept. 16-18. Here are five main takeaways from the discussion:  1. The biggest GSE showcase in the world The International GSE Expo is the largest and only dedicated event for ground support equipment. It's a global showcase that bring...

Falcon Field Airport in Mesa, Arizona, is entering a new era of business aviation growth. Airport Director Corinne Nystrom sits down with Airport Business to discuss the wave of executive hangar construction, infrastructure improvements, and the airport’s role in supporting corporate and recreational aviation.

In this episode of the Aviation Pros Podcast, host Joe Petrie speaks with Erik Hansen, Senior Vice President of Government Relations at the U.S. Travel Association. Hansen discusses how ASTMEC will shape U.S. preparations for an influx of 30 million international visitors, the urgent need for visa modernization and airport upgrades, and the lasting legacy these investments could create for America...

Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier talks with Peter Moeckel, founder of Frontier Audio Labs, and Head of Sales Sam Grabon, about how the company is incorporating the latest technology to improve communication and safety for frontline workers in aviation. 

In this episode of the Aviation Pros Podcast, Airport Business Editor Joe Petrie speaks with Jason Middleton, CEO of Silver Air Private Jets and soon-to-be member of NBAA’s Regulatory Committee. 

The race to bring advanced air mobility (AAM) to market just hit a new gear. In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Joe Petrie speaks with Jennifer Trock, Partner at Morgan Lewis, about the groundbreaking roadmap released by the National Aviation Authorities (NAA) Network—a multinational effort by the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand to harmonize certification of...

Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier talks with Gary Nunley, CEO of Departures Aviation, about how the company is incorporating the latest technology in its employee training. The Philadelphia-based cabin cleaning firm believes an empowered workforce is best able to provide the highest quality customer service, thereby ensuring greater success and expansion for the company.  

In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, we sit down with Dr. David Chandler, Associate Dean of Executive Programs at the University of Colorado Denver, to discuss the world’s first Executive MBA designed specifically for the aviation ecosystem. Developed in partnership with Denver International Airport, this 18-month hybrid program is redefining leadership education for mid-career professiona...

How can smart signage, indoor navigation, and location-based alerts turn traveler frustration into revenue growth? Andrew Dallmann from Acuity’s Spatial Intelligence group shares how airports like DFW and Heathrow are tackling the most persistent traveler complaints with tech that enhances passenger flow, supports overextended staff, and increases concession sales.

In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast by Airport Business, we speak with Michael Shea, Executive Director and CEO of the Connecticut Airport Authority, about how Bradley International Airport is navigating growth and modernization with financial discipline. From securing over $186 million in federal grants to expanding terminal facilities and launching new accessibility programs, Shea detail...

In this episode of AviationPros Podcast, Chris Gwilliam, SVP of Global Business Development at Airport Dimensions, breaks down findings from the new Airport Experience 2025 (AX25) report. With 66% of travelers saying airports are more crowded than two years ago, the episode explores how terminals can adapt by optimizing underused space, introducing premium services like lounges and fast track, and...

In this episode of The AviationPros Podcast host Joe Petrie sits down with Bryant Francis, Director of Port Control for the City of Cleveland, to explore CLEvolution — the bold, $1.6 billion modernization campaign at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. As CLE marks its 100th anniversary, Francis shares how the airport is evolving to meet the needs of today’s travelers, attract local business...

In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Airport Business Editor Joe Petrie speaks with Jeff Kloska, director of Colorado Air and Space Port, about the facility’s evolution from a regional general aviation hub to a nationally designated airport and emerging aerospace ecosystem. Kloska shares insights on infrastructure development, public-private partnerships, and long-term vision for supportin...

Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier speaks with Grupo Eulen COO John Jones about the company's plans for growth using a proactive strategy of competitive bidding, as well as the latest tech and training to increase employee retention.  

Ground Support Worldwide recognizes the high-caliber individuals and forward-thinking companies making a difference in the ground support industry with its annual Leaders of the Year awards program. Nominate a worthy candidate for Ground Support Worldwide’s Leaders of the Year program in one of four specific categories by Friday, April 25, 2025 by  clicking here .