Aviation Week's BCA Podcast

Join as Aviation Week's Jeremy Kariuki, Bill Carey and Thierry Dubois discuss the latest developments on inflight connectivity for business and commercial aircraft. 

Richard Aboulafia and Kevin Michaels, managing directors of AeroDynamic Advisory, discuss the business aviation industry and the surprises they discovered and lessons the industry can learn as they research their book, "Time Machines: A Modern History of Business Aviation," to be published in late 2025.

Why are there only a small number of brands and not duopolies? What role did two single customers have on the industry? What can today’s manufacturers learn from the past? 

Hosted by Molly McMillin, editor of business aviation for the Aviation Week Network. 

Listen in as Aviation Week's Jeremy Kariuki speaks with Wastefront CEO Vianney Vales about how the company aims to increase the supply of sustainable aviation fuel by recycling tires.

Ahead of AirVenture Oshkosh 2024, Experimental Aircraft Association CEO Jack Pelton discusses what's on the docket for the world's largest general aviation gathering, touching on show highlights as well as major issues facing pilots and operators.

Listen in as Aviation Week's Jeremy Kariuki speaks with Web Manuals CCO Krister Genmark about his company's new AI tool that changes the way operators search their documents.

Aviation Week's team is reporting live from Geneva where the 2024 edition of EBACE is being held. Listen in as host Jeremy Kariuki is joined by Angus Batey, Thierry Dubois, Ben Goldstein and Molly McMillin to discuss their highlights from the show.

Aviation Week editors have hit the road. Listen in as Jeremy Kariuki, Molly McMillin and Bill Carey discuss their visits to Bombardier, Textron and Daher, as the BCA team returns from different corners of North America, where they covered business aviation events and announcements.

Aviation Week's Mike Lavitt, director of editorial content production, and Molly McMillin, editor of business aviation, discuss news from this year's Sun 'n Fun event at Lakeland, Florida. Special guest Jose Ramos gives some tips for air-to-air photography. 

Listen in as Aviation Week’s Jeremy Kariuki speaks with JSX CEO Alex Wilcox, whose company recently announced its plans to purchase more than 300 hybrid-electric aircraft to bolster its fleet with sustainable options and bring down prices for its customers.

Listen in as Aviation Week Network's Molly McMillin speaks with Gene Conrad, president and CEO of Sun ‘N Fun Aerospace Expo, as he provides a glimpse into the 2024 show. Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo will celebrate its 50th anniversary April 9-14 at the annual Sun ‘n Fun Fly-In at the Lakeland Linder International Airport in Lakeland, Florida. The fly-in has grown from a small event for sport aviation enthusiasts in 1974 to Florida’s largest annual convention.

Based on U.S. government proposals this past month, business aviation now faces a five-fold fuel tax increase, new IRS audits and a longer aircraft depreciation schedule. Ed Bolen, NBAA’s president and CEO, speaks with Lee Ann Shay about industry advocacy underway in response and the outlook.   

Associate Editor Jeremy Kariuki speaks with AXIS Aviation CEO Niall Olver and Accountable Manager Kerstin Mumenthaler about how the Swiss-based company is making an impact in the European market and how it plans to advance through 2024.

Aviation Week’s Jeremy Kariuki speaks with Ralph Coppola, president and CEO of the Aerospace Education Program Alliance, about his efforts to bring together industry, education and government in the group’s mission to maintain and grow an in-demand aviation workforce.

The sale of preowned business aircraft continued to stabilize in 2023. At the same time there was a subtle shift toward a move to a buyer’s market. Wayne Starling, executive director of the International Aircraft Dealers Association, and Phil Winters, IADA chairman and Western Aircraft vice president of aircraft sales and charter management, discuss the 2023 market and what may lie ahead in 2024. They take a look at data from the latest IADA quarterly survey of brokers and dealers. Hosted by Molly McMillin, editor of business aviation for the Aviation Week Network.

Listen in as pilot and aviation expert Pat Veillette explains to Aviation Week Network's Lee Ann Shay what happens when aircraft decompression occurs—speaking from his own experience of decompression when co-piloting a Hawker. Pat shares his tips for crew in this type of emergency and explains how pilot training compares to real-life decompression.

With the start of the new year, Aviation Week's Bill Carey, Molly McMillian, Lee Ann Shay and Jeremy Kariuki discuss their predictions for business aviation in 2024.

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, discuss the agreement. 

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, associate 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 editor of business aviation for the Aviation Week Network.

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

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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 of flying in what may be most hostile environment on Earth.

From flying Airbus and Gulfstream aircraft to a constantly monitored ice runway, to DC-3s landing at the geographic South Pole, hear about the logistics and planning that go into pulling off this unique flight 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 views on the personal-use eVTOL market.

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 their medical certification along with those who have been flying for decades. Most importantly, he advises on what to do if a pilot encounters a medical concern of their own.

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 environment, proving an airline is not the only route to living out one’s aviation dreams.

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.

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 at the complex issues of removing lead from all aviation fuel, the outlook for pilot jobs, the new Daher Kodiak 900, the One Week Wonder project and more.

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 business aviation, commercial and defense suppliers. Moderated by Molly McMillin, Aviation Week Network managing editor of business aviation.

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 market is heading.

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. 

“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 and what to expect if you go. He also gives insight on how EAA, general aviation and the pilot shortage has fared since the pandemic and more.

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 discuss its future. 

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