Aviation Week's BCA Podcast

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.