The Aerobility Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The British Disabled Flying Charity, Aerobility, invites you inside their crew to talk about all things aviation. Featuring Jon Windover and a selection of aviation mad guests.
John Nichol is an author, broadcaster and former RAF navigator best known for his book Tornado Down, his account of being a prisoner of war under Saddam Hussein during the Gulf war.
John is joining Aerobility to talk about the Tornado and his new book Tornado - in the eye of the storm. The book tells the story of the RAF Tornado force and their families during the Gulf war.
You may have seen Liz McConaghy on your screens as the roving reporter for Aerobility's Armchair Airshow 2021. Now Liz is making her Inspire-Ability debut! Before joining Aerobility in 2019, Liz spent 18 years in the Royal Airforce as a Chinook crewman. In that time she completed 2 tours of Iraq and 10 of Afghanistan. Join Aerobility as Liz regales us with stories of her interesting postal rounds and time with the MERT teams.
Join Aerobility for another Inspire-ability talk. Brian Wheeler is a Trustee at Aerobility and, having joined the RAF as an Air Traffic Controler in 1992, Brian is now a senior manager at NATS. In 2018 Brian suffered a life changing spinal cord injury which put his active lifestyle and career on hold. Having been told that he may never walk again, listen in amazment as Brian regales us with stories of how he has proved the doctors wrong and continues to do so.
A unique panel in collaboration with the charity Flying Scholarships for Disabled People about all things disabled aviation.
Alex Brooker is one of the few disabled TV presenters and comedians in the UK. Co-host of The Last Leg for C4 & Host of the Paralympics, join us for some laughs, jokes and crazy anecdotes as Alex chats to us about how disability has changed both his life and his career. Alex first hit our screens in 2011, presenting the BT Paralympic World Cup after successfully auditioning for Channel 4’s Half Million Quid Talent Search to find new disabled talent for the 2012 Paralympics. Since then, Alex has co-hosted the award-winning show The Last Leg, fronted documentaries about disability and male body image including Disability and Me and has featured on panel shows including 8 Out of 10 Cats and Never Mind The Buzzcocks.
Stuart Beech is a pilot on British Airway's A380 and has featured on Michael Mcintyre's Big Show as the Singing Pilot. Karen Bath brings a wealth of knowledge in airline pilot training. Together they founded Resilient Pilot, an organisation which aims to improve pilot's wellbeing and promote diversity within the airline industry.
Andrew is a former Royal Navy Sea Harrier pilot operating, Flight Deck Wingman’s founder Andrew, made a successful transition into the world of commercial aviation in 2006, operating the B757/767 and A320/321/330 with a well known charter airline, before joining a major UK scheduled airline as a B787 pilot in 2015.
Mandy was the second-ever woman to fly the RAF Tornado, seeing over 40 combat missions over Iraq during her career. She is now an author and motivational speaker with a particular interest in inspiring and supporting women with her story.
Captain Tim Orchard is an ex-Concorde Captain and jointly holds the Concorde World Record time for the journey from New York to London. Tim is an extremely experienced pilot and is someone for the younger generation to aspire to be!
Tracey, aka The Aviatrix, is a British Aviator, explorer and inspirational speaker. She has led expeditions flying from the UK to South Africa, Australia and the USA all from the back of her Boeing Stearman.
Kermit Weeks is a legend in aviation. He owns the largest collection of privately owned airworthy historical aircraft in the world. He is also owner and creator of 'Fantasy of Flight' in Florida.
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Kerry McCauley is an international ferry pilot with over 30 years of experience. With over 100 transatlantic crossing's in GA aircraft he has some amazing stories to share! He was also star of Dangerous Pilot as shown on the Discovery Channel.
Ever wondered what life was like behind the red flying suit of the Red Arrows? Dan Lowes is an ex-military pilot who flew aircraft from the Typhoon, to the Hawk of the Red Arrows. He now flies in the civilian world as a corporate pilot on the Gulfstream.
Ever wondered what it would be like to fly those legendary Chinooks? Or be one of the few examiners in the world on Historic Army Aircraft?
An opportunity to hear from Squadron Leader Mark Discombe, about being Commanding Officer of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight as well as having a 30 year RAF career flying fast jets. Who wouldn't want to fly Spitfires for a living?!
During this live chat and Q&A with Mike Miller-Smith you will hear about his journey from champion glider pilot, to gliding examiner, to become a pioneer for disabled aviation; leading the British Disabled Flying Charity Aerobility with only limited control of his face and fingers. A true inspiration!
Join our host, Harvey Matthewson as he chats with Nick and finds out more about the world of business aviation.
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Join Aerobility Chairman Shona Bowman and award winning author Clare Mackintosh talk about Clare’s inspirational journey from the Police Force to becoming a best-selling author. Find out how and why Clare made the remarkable career change and find inspiration as she shares her story. Clare is passionate about taking risks and following your dreams and we hope she will inspire you to do the same! This will be a relaxed and informal live chat with a chance for you to comment and put your questions to Clare whilst we stream.
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Aerobility Inspire-Ability talk and Q&A with the final Space Shuttle Launch Director Mike Leinbach. An incredible opportunity to hear about how you prepare and launch the Space Shuttle, and some of the unique challenges including candid talk about the accidents.
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During this live session we meet the incredible U.S. based friend of Aerobility - Jessica Cox. Achieve the Impossible! The flight formula to lift you to success and propel you to the next horizon. Followed by live Q&A.
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A rare opportunity to hear live from The Leader of the Red Arrows Squadron Leader Martin Pert as he gives us a behind-the-scenes tour of the recent Red Arrows North American Tour. Followed by Q&A!
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A live chat with ex fast jet instructor and podcast host, Tim Davies. Covering what is was like to be the most senior fast jet instructor in the Royal Air Force and now be part of the team designing the next fast jet trainer aircraft.
A fascinating chat with former USAF Phantom and F-16 pilot Tim Hartigan. Now living in the UK, we also hear about Tim's latest project as a Craft Brewer.
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A live chat with retired Air Vice Marshal Gary Waterfall CBE, covering a diverse aviation and military career, talking about leadership in all its forms, from the Air War in Libya to the Harrier 16 ship final fly past.
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Live chat and Q&A with fast jet legend Chris Heames. We will hear first-hand about what it is like to fly some of the world's most amazing aircraft, from vintage gliders to modern fast jets including the challenges of competitive close formation. If you can, please support us financially, as we continue delivering our life changing services into the future.
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