The Safety Wire Podcast

The Safety Wire Podcast sits down with Tim and Sheri Lilley to talk about the loss of their son Sam, the devastation of Flight 5342 and PAT 25, and the amazing work they have done through the aftermath to bring continued progress regarding aviation safety.

This episode I cover the hiatus from the podcast, upcoming guests, and what an Aviation Care Team really is.

Tim Wade sits down with Joseph Bassani, Retired Colonel from the US Army, to talk aviation safety through leadership while in the military and as a civilian.

Tim Wade talks with pilot and renowned author Erika Armstrong about what got her started in aviation, her motivation to be an author, and so much more!

June 2nd 1994, though now 30 years ago, is still fresh in the minds of so many families. On this episode I had the privilege of sitting with Niven Phoenix, the son of John Phoenix who tragically was killed 30 years ago when ZD576 crashed in Scotland on foggy evening.

Tim Wade chats with Bryan Burns of the ACSF and John Brogan of USAIG discussing your liability with safety and the best pathway to a proactive safety culture.

Tim Wade sits down with Colin Russel to dive into what makes a great safety culture and the language we use.

In early 2024 the FAA finalized their rule regarding SMS for Part 135 and Part 91 operators. Perhaps they missed a few things that are essential to a well run SMS program.

Talking with Colin Russell, the European Director of Safety for Flexjet. Discussing the role of leaders in safety, the language we use, how to challenge, safety culture, and SMS.

Lets take a look at the episodes that made 2023 so special! Thank you to all of the guest, and Advanced Aircraft Research for sponsoring this episode!

Episode 11 dives into Amanda Ferraro's journey to becoming the CEO of Aviation Safety Solutions, as well as correcting many myths and misconceptions of Aviation SMS Programs. Stay tuned!

What is EHS? How do you get into this line of work? What are the best practices that businesses are using today? All of this and more right here on The Safety Wire Podcast. Guest - Dan Robinette of GRN Hudson.

I had the privledge of talking with Joe Peebles, host of the Flight Level Zero podcast, to discuss his views on safety from the viewpoint of a technician and a business owner.

Mental and physical health is not just for fitness enthusiasts. In order to properly operate in the aviation industry, we must properly maintain our health. Join me as I speak with Micah and Diana LaCerte, two global names in the world of fitness, as we discuss health and how it relates to aviation.

Thank you!! Between Spotify and LinkedIn the Safety Wire Podcast has gained over 300 followers! Here is confusing safety part 2, shedding light on OSHA and Education.

A great conversation with Ren Camacho of the Akron Canton Airport. Mr. Camacho, as the CEO of CAK, has a great perspective of how safety fits in to a massive, multi-dimensional operation.

Safety regulations can be very confusing. In this two part series, I look at two of the most confusing topics with regards to aviation ground safety. First is Hazardous Waste storage and shipping, and the second will cover Powered Industrial Trucks and the OSHA regulations governing them. 

Jim Lee of SimpleQuE shares an incredible first hand point of view on the standards that allow aviation organizations to put out a quality product. Exploring why we utilize standards, the new changes coming up, and how the industry has changed over the years.

Dr. Tony Kern is an award winning author, CEO of Convergent Performance, and the namesake of the NBAA Professionalism in Aviation Award. On this episode, Dr. Kern sits down with me to discuss his legacy in aviation and his viewpoint on where our field is heading. Take a listen to one of the most influential minds in our industry. 

Aviation safety is all about risk management. Today we look at one of the more risky operations in aviation and how they properly manage that risk to operate safely and with the highest regard to quality work. Matt Nenzoski of Constant Aviation joins me to discuss safety from the viewpoint of a mobile aircraft technician.

When it comes to aviation safety, there are many areas that you ask yourself, what came first the chicken or the egg? What your really asking yourself, is how do you start, what should I do first. In this episode I dive into how you can go from a reactive safety culture to a proactive safety culture. The key question to be answered is, what to do first? Work on data to improve culture, or work on...