Podcast
Private Jet Podcast
Hosted by Tom Wachowski · EN
Conversations that reduce risk and increase value in business and private aviation.
57episodes
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#37 | The “No Plane No Gain” Campaign w/ NBAA’s Dan Hubbard
Jan 1, 201600:24:48Tap to summarizeBusiness aviation is a force multiplier… save time, produce more, reach prospects, keep customers, gain marketshare, increase earnings, grow profits; strategically, securely, safely. THIS is business aviation, an industry that annually contributes $150B to the US economy, employs 1.2MM people, links rural areas to unlimited opportunity, and delivers humanitarian aid […]
Transcribe →#36 | Aviation Accident / Disaster Planning & Preparedness w/ Aviem’s Russell Goutierez
Dec 1, 201500:37:06Tap to summarize  Reality check: bad things can happen to good business aviation flight departments. From single-owner planes to management company aircraft to Fortune-sized corporate jet fleets, accidents and disasters do happen. IF an accident or disaster occurs, how do we deliver care and compassion for the people affected and preserve the […]
Transcribe →#35 | Vital Communication Skills For Safer Operations w/ Summit Solution’s Founder Jodie Brown
Nov 2, 201500:59:50Tap to summarizeCommunicating clearly reduces operational and safety headwinds in business aviation. So, today we’re covering communication skills you can implement right away to manage your aviation assets faster, leaner, and safer no matter what chair you sit in; pilot, passenger, owner, or operator. To teach us better communication for business aviation, Jodie Brown from […]
Transcribe →#34 | How To Mitigate Operational Mistakes w/ Dan Dominguez from OpenSafety
Oct 2, 201500:32:02Tap to summarizeThe saying goes, “Good judgement comes from experience… and experience comes from bad judgement.” As a business aviation owner or operator, you expect your team to have both good judgement AND experience. Both protect your interests. However, mistake moments will happen. Pilots miss a required check. Maintenance Technicians miss a […]
Transcribe →#33 | Protecting Aircraft Value With Well Managed Maintenance Logbooks w/ Jerry Buccola, MBA
Sep 3, 201500:22:11Tap to summarizeAircraft maintenance logbooks document all activity related to work performed on your jet. From calibrating components to removing and replacing parts, aircraft maintenance logbooks can reveal either proper or poor aircraft management practices. When logbooks are managed right, your jet’s value is maintained (you keep more money). When done wrong, […]
Transcribe →#32 | Change
Aug 2, 201500:18:07Tap to summarizeIn life, business, and business aviation, change is the one constant. In this episode you’ll learn how change affects safety and spend in business aviation, all based on the famous text, “Who Moved My Cheese.” This book is a must-supply, must-review tool for your team. Here’s why: Old beliefs do […]
Transcribe →#31 | The Safety Management System (SMS) in Business Aviation w/ Dr. B.J. Goodheart
Sep 10, 201400:23:00Tap to summarizeWhat if their were a tool that could identify and manage risks and inefficiencies in your business aviation ventures? We’re talking about the SMS, or Safety Management System. And, here to help us better understand the benefits of an SMS is Dr. BJ Goodheart. SMS Expertise Dr. Goodheart brings 20 years […]
Transcribe →PJP 030 | Applying Business Aircraft Depreciation w/ Ryan DeMoor (Part 2 of 2)
Aug 27, 201400:23:25Tap to summarizeOwners and operators of business aviation expect the financials of their private aircraft to be aligned with IRS, FAA, and possibly SEC rules. But, for directors and chief pilots… meeting this expectation is easier said than done. To help us today, Ryan DeMoor joins the show to continue sharing his […]
Transcribe →PJP 029 |Business Aircraft Depreciation w/ Ryan DeMoor (Part 1 of 2)
Aug 12, 201400:15:47Tap to summarizeAfter a break for vacation and initial training, we’re back with new episodes on reducing risk and increasing value in business aviation. Improving The Numbers What if we could improve the financials of owning and operating business aircraft simply by accounting for the asset in a more strategic manner… with […]
Transcribe →PJP 028 | Cut Business Aviation Costs By Communicating Better
Jun 25, 201400:24:25Tap to summarizeClear communication in business aviation can lower costs and add extra value for an owner or operator. From safety and service to schedules, staffing, and organization setup, better communication leads to better results for everyone. Unfortunately, not everyone communicates effectively. We’ve all experienced it… poor communication leading to poor performance. […]
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