Nose to Tail by Jet Midwest

Join Michael Jaramillo, Managing Partner at LIFT MRO/ LIFT Aerospace, as he chats with host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director & COO of Jet Midwest, about hydraulic component trends, the significance of aftermarket support, and the entrepreneurial spirit driving the aviation industry. Michael will be sharing his unique journey from an aviation student to co-founding LIFT, a company specializing in M...

In this episode, Juan Pablo Rojas, VP Technical & BD Director for the Americas at SGI Aviation, joins host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO of Jet Midwest, to discuss the future of aviation, market trends, and real-world insights into aviation asset management. Together, they explore challenges in managing aircraft records, the impact of global events on the industry, and opportunities for...

Join host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO of Jet Midwest, as he sits down with Juan Pablo Rojas, VP Technical & BD Director for the Americas at SGI Aviation, to discuss real-world insights into aviation asset management, aircraft transitions, and engine market trends from industry professionals. In this episode, Patrick and Juan Pablo share the challenges of managing aircraft records, the...

In this episode, host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, engages with Jeffrey Jerge, Founder and Chief of Pearls at Oyster Aero, to explore the future of aviation lifecycle solutions. Together they discuss Oyster Aero's technological advancements, the potential of AI in the aviation industry, and the unique approach the company is taking towards inventory management and parts...

In this episode of Nose to Tail, host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, sits down with Jeffrey Jerge, Founder and Chief of Pearls at Oyster Aero, to unravel the complexities of the aviation aftermarket. From his roots at Aviall and GECAS to founding one of the most agile organizations in the surplus aircraft parts industry, Jeff shares his unique insights into aviation lifec...

In this episode, host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO of Jet Midwest, discusses the integral role of women in aviation with Andrea Fernández, Chief Executive Officer at Glass Aero, a successful entrepreneur and business owner. Together, they explore the value of diverse leadership, with a special focus on the impact and effectiveness of women in leadership roles. The conversation offers c...

In this episode of Nose to Tail, host Patrick Kraus from Jet Midwest interviews Andrea Fernandez, Chief Executive Officier at Glass Aero, to explore the advanced repair technologies reshaping aircraft transparency maintenance. Andrea shares how her team developed proprietary FAA-compliant repair processes for cockpit windshields—capable of addressing damage types that exceed standard CMM guideline...

In this episode of Nose to Tail, host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, continues his in-depth discussion with Jonathan Hevia, Business Development at Air Quality Aviation, on the future of aviation lifecycle solutions. Together, they explore Air Quality Aviation’s growth strategies, including a shift back to the commercial side and the integration of new technologies, such...

In this episode of Nose to Tail, host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO of Jet Midwest sits down with Jonathan Hevia, Business Development from Air Quality Aviation, to discuss the unique aspects of military vs. commercial aviation maintenance, including customer demands and the standards of quality required. Jonathan shares insights into his career journey, expanding on the specifics of wo...

Join us in this continued episode of Nose to Tail as our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, engages with Steven Foley, VP of Sales Americas at SK Aerosafety Group, to explore global aviation lifecycle solutions, operations, and industry insights. Steven will discuss the unique advantages of his company, which operates in 18 locations worldwide and has exciting expansion...

In this episode, we explore the world of aviation safety with Steve Foley, VP of Sales Americas at SK Aerosafety Group. Host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest highlights Steve's journey from finance to aerospace, his international career with Rolls-Royce, and how SK Aerosafety ensures compliance and quality in aircraft safety equipment and servicing. Steve shares insights int...

In this episode of Nose to Tail, our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, continues the discussion with Jonathan from General MRO. They explore the future vision for General MRO, focusing on organic growth, internal efficiencies, and innovative workforce training solutions. The conversation highlights the integration of AI and machine learning in the aviation industry, st...

In this episode, our host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director & COO of Jet Midwest, discusses current technology in the aviation industry and the future of aviation maintenance with Jonathan Cornell, President of General MRO. Jonathan shares the importance of quality and mentorship, advances in aerospace, and the diverse experiences that have shaped his path. Tune in for insights into the aviation in...

In this episode of Nose to Tail, our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, discusses aviation lifecycle solutions and supply chain management with Helena Helgadóttir, Repair Manager at Icelandair. They discuss the challenges of transitioning from the 757 to the A321 and explore Helena's career aspirations. Join us for a blend of technical insights and heartwarming stories...

In this episode, our host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, sits down with Helena Helgadóttir, Repair Manager at Icelandair, to discuss her fascinating journey in the aviation industry. Helena shares her early work experiences, transitioning through various roles at Icelandair, and the personal fulfillment she found in making passengers' journeys more comfortable. The discus...

In this episode, our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, continues his conversation with Todd Siena, Founder and CEO of Block Aero Technologies, exploring aviation lifecycle challenges, international trade impacts, and the future of digital aviation solutions. Todd considers how tariffs and shifting global trade policies are changing the demand for used serviceable mater...

In this episode, our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, sits down with Todd Siena, Founder and CEO of Block Aero Technologies, to continue the conversation. Todd explains how technology can change the aviation industry, from parts traceability and digital certification to secure maintenance records and leasing transparency. A global digital registry of 100 million plus...

In this episode, our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director & COO at Jet Midwest, sits down with Todd Siena, Block Aero Technologies, to discuss aviation lifecycle solutions, insights, and more. Todd shares his remarkable journey from aerospace distribution to launching a company built on the framework of blockchain. His mission is to address the industry's toughest pain points: data integrity, tr...

Join our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO of Jet Midwest, as he highlights our previous episodes from MRO Americas 2024. Looking forward to an unforgettable experience at MRO Americas 2025 in Atlanta, GA next week at booth #1503! In case you missed our previous episodes: Episode 8: https://youtu.be/kT1CPRquDLM?si=72mfecqPzPC38dvq Episode 9: https://youtu.be/oSsFBEh0NLg?si=zhjOPQdfsgX...

In this episode, our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, continues the discussion with Mark Robinson, Former VP at Ryan International Airlines, about aviation life cycle solutions, history, and crisis management. Mark shares his firsthand experiences with the MD-80 program and the U.S. Marshals Service, detailing how he assisted in transporting personnel and aiding emerg...

In our latest episode, host Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, sits down with Mark Robinson, Former Executive VP at Ryan International Airlines, to discuss his unexpected journey into aviation and aviation lifecycles solutions. Mark shares insights on the challenges of running an aviation business, from aircraft acquisition to the complexities of international operations. He...

Our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO, continues his discussion with Roger Browning, General Manager at Global AirServices MRO, on aviation lifecycle solutions, business development, and the growing role of analytics with AI. Roger shares his insights on the practical shift from manual data analysis to AI-driven solutions and its tangible impact on customer service. He believes AI can...

Join our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO, as he sits down with Roger Browning, General Manager at Global AirServices MRO, to discuss aviation lifecycle solutions and more. Roger emphasizes the critical role of PMAs, the impact of MROs on operational efficiency, and the strategies behind building lasting customer relationships in the aviation aftermarket. Listen in to discover more!...

In this latest episode, our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO at Jet Midwest, continues his conversation with Jorge A. Gonzalez, VP Business Development and Accountable Manager, Global Airservices, and Co-Owner at AvFlex Corp, where they explore the need for relentless problem solving and collaboration to keep operations in the air. Jorge discusses the importance of quality control an...

Our host, Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO, sits down with Jorge Gonzalez, VP Business Development and Accountable Manager, Global Airservices, LLC, Co-Owner, AvFlex Corp., to discuss his journey from aviation entrepreneurship to quality management and the challenges of building a business in the industry. Together, they explore the importance of certifications like AS9100 and ISO 9001, th...