The Helicopter Podcast
Welcome to The Helicopter Podcast, with your host Halsey Schider!This podcast is for helicopter pilots, maintainers, and enthusiasts! Whether you've been in the industry for 30 years or are just someone that loves helicopters, this podcast is for you! The podcasts will feature guests from a wide array of industry sectors to have casual conversation, answer questions, give sound advice, and talk shop. Finally, a podcast produced by helicopter professionals for all types of helicopter people!
Episodes
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In this solo episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider shares his personal journey from air medical flying to founding Sellacopter, a company revolutionizing aircraft sales. Halsey reflects on the challenges of transitioning from pilot to entrepreneur, highlighting how resilience and networking fueled Sellacopter’s growth. He emphasiz...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider welcomes Kodey Bogart, a seasoned aviator whose journey spans military medevac missions to civilian instruction. Kodey shares how her passion for helicopters led to flying air medical missions, both in National Guard UH-60s in Iraq and civilian helicopters in the U.S. She offers real-w...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider sits down with Glen White, founder of Euro Safety, to explore his dynamic contributions to helicopter training and safety. Glen shares how Euro Safety delivers hands-on instruction, from private owners to large operations, using platforms like the twin-engine Airbus AS355 F2....
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider talks with Taylor English of English Air Service, a family-run helicopter operation founded in 1986 by Taylor's father. Taylor traces the company’s evolution from agricultural crop dusting to cutting-edge light detection and ranging (LIDAR) and utility services, showcasi...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider engages with Rob Hoffman, host of the Cross-Check and Urban EV podcasts, to explore aviation’s next chapter. They dive into the promise of eVTOL technology, which could transform urban mobility, while addressing the critical need for community acceptance to make it a reality....
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider talks with Lashae Bacon, a former Apache pilot turned entrepreneur, who founded Mile High Health Club to boost health and fitness for aviation professionals. Lashae shares insights on her pathway to becoming an Apache pilot, and her journey from military aviation to addressin...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider talks with Matt Goodrich, a software engineer who rocketed from student pilot to air medical pro in record time. They explore Matt’s swift transition to flying the advanced Leonardo AW169 helicopter, tackling night shifts and tough weather. Matt shares the vital role of Verti...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider talks with Henrique Lopes, a Brazilian pilot renowned for his S-92 expertise. Henrique shares practical insights on flying the S-92, highlighting its unique operational challenges, and his experience transitioning into such a large aircraft. He discusses the vibrant Brazilian...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider talks with Spencer Cahoon, a student pilot eager to carve his path in the helicopter industry through networking and dedication. They dive into the essentials of flight training, exploring the differences between Part 61 and Part 141 schools, best practices for preparing for ...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider talks with Terry Blakemore, CEO of Quantum Helicopters, a premier flight school shaping skilled pilots through top-tier training. They explore Quantum’s mission to advance aviation with cutting-edge instruction and strong community outreach, and share fun stories, like Terry ...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider talks with Kimberly Hutchings, an aviation leader whose work with Volo Mission shapes the next generation of utility pilots through specialized training. They explore how emotional intelligence fuels effective leadership and safety, diving into human factors, stress managemen...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider sits down with Brett Reeder, president of NEMSPA (National EMS Pilots Association) and a 15-year air medical pilot. They cover a lot of ground—everything from night shift challenges and Crew Resource Management to bigger industry topics like safety, networking, and pilot pay....
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Buckle up for an unforgettable in-person episode of The Helicopter Podcast, recorded live at Verticon, with your host Halsey Schider and co-host Jon Gray, the voice behind the Hangar Z Podcast!
Today's guest, Air Zermatt CEO Daniel Aufdenblatten, takes them on a wild ride through his remarkable life in aviation, starting f...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider talks with Simon Jones, founder of Advanced Flight and a top-tier helicopter instructor at the Robinson Helicopter factory. With over 17,000 hours of flight time, including over 12,000 hours teaching in the Robinson R44, Simon's name is known far and wide through the ind...
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In this buzzing in-person episode, host Halsey Schider takes The Helicopter Podcast to Verticon 2025 for a panel that’s all about the skies teaming up. Recorded live amid the show’s hum, Halsey is joined by Peter Fuchs of Ascent Aero Systems, regulatory specialist Amber Harrison from Vertical Aviation International, and Heliflite’s Rob B...
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, your host Halsey Schider welcomes the legendary Jon Gray and Jack Schonely, from The Hangar Z Podcast, for an in-depth discussion on law enforcement aviation! They dive into recent highlights from Hangar Z, including Halsey's unforgettable ride-along with the LAPD helicopter unit.
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In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider reconnects with industry colleagues and friends, Cornéll Grové and Dr. Daniel Borer, to discuss their latest venture: Swiss Premium. This high-end helicopter brokerage specializes in offering clients nearly new luxury helicopters, emphasizing unparalleled ethics and standards...
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In this electrifying episode, host Halsey Schider brings The Helicopter Podcast to the buzzing floor of Verticon 2025, sitting down with Pete Anderson, senior manager of helicopter operations at Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E).
As California’s biggest utility—powering one in 20 Americans—PG&E leans on its aviati...
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In this thrilling in-person episode, host Halsey Schider brings The Helicopter Podcast to Verticon 2025, sitting down with Airbus Helicopters’ Dirk Petry, a 25-year engineering veteran, and test pilot Volker Bau. Recorded live amid the show’s buzz, they unveil the H140—a perfect blend of the H135’s affordability and the H145’s power, spa...
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In this exciting in-person episode, host Halsey Schider takes The Helicopter Podcast to the pulsing heart of Verticon 2025, sitting down with Robinson Helicopter Company’s CEO David Smith, and VP of Engineering Sean Doyle.
The conversation ignites with the R66’s stunning transformation. David and Sean unpack its bold upgrades—c...
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