Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS.

This two-part series of Hangar Z was recorded on location in Richmond, Virginia, at the ECHO Public Safety Aviation Conference.

Host Jon Gray has a roundtable discussion with Terry Miyauchi, Bell’s public safety segment manager; Dave Callen, SR3 Rescue Concepts owner; and Andrew Baity, a Virginia State Police helicopter pilot.

They share insights on the importance of networking, training, and collaboration among agencies, especially during emergencies. The conversation highlights the value of fly-ins for fostering relationships and the need for continuous training to ensure safety and efficiency in operations.

This conversation delves into the importance of teamwork and leadership in aviation, emphasizing the need to set aside ego for collective success. It explores how technological advancements are reshaping the industry while highlighting the necessity of maintaining human skills and training.

Thank you to our sponsors Bell, Precision Aviation Group, and Summit Aviation.

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS.

In This two-part series of the Hanger Z podcast Jack Schonely and Jon Gray welcome Randy Rowles onto the podcast.

Randy shares his inspiring journey from dropping out of high school to becoming the owner and president of the Helicopter Institute.

He discusses the pivotal moments in his life that shaped his passion for flying, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges he faced along the way. Randy's story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of community in achieving one's dreams.

In this conversation, Randy Rowles shares his journey through the helicopter industry, emphasizing the importance of networking, career transitions, and the impact of relationships on professional growth.

He discusses his experiences at Bell Helicopter, the challenges faced during his time at Silver State, and the founding of the Helicopter Institute, which has become a family business dedicated to high-quality training.

Randy's story highlights determination, grit, and the significance of mentorship in shaping one's career.

Thank you to our sponsors Metro Aviation, Robinson Helicopters and Spectrolab.

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS.

In This two-part series of the Hanger Z podcast Jack Schonely and Jon Gray welcome Randy Rowles onto the podcast.

Randy shares his inspiring journey from dropping out of high school to becoming the owner and president of the Helicopter Institute.

He discusses the pivotal moments in his life that shaped his passion for flying, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges he faced along the way. Randy's story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of community in achieving one's dreams.

In this conversation, Randy Rowles shares his journey through the helicopter industry, emphasizing the importance of networking, career transitions, and the impact of relationships on professional growth.

He discusses his experiences at Bell Helicopter, the challenges faced during his time at Silver State, and the founding of the Helicopter Institute, which has become a family business dedicated to high-quality training.

Randy's story highlights determination, grit, and the significance of mentorship in shaping one's career.

Thank you to our sponsors Bell, Summit Aviation and Spectrum Aeromed.