The Jet Set Podcast by Offland Media

Getting to the right medical facility in time can save your life, and sometimes the distance is too great for ground vehicles to get the job done. When that happens, a ride in an air ambulance can be a lifesaving trip. Today’s guest knows firsthand how vital those flights can be. Bernie Copeland is a flight paramedic who has been flying for the last 12 years. He’s got 30 years of medical experience under his belt. In addition to being an accomplished flight paramedic, Bernie is a veteran and a Harley owner. Listen to the episode to hear what Bernie has to say about how he ended up in the medical field, how he’s seen his industry change over the last 12 years, and what a day in his job is life. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: How Bernie got into the medical field How Bernie ended up piloting air ambulances Why Bernie wanted to fly What air ambulances are like The areas that Bernie covers in the air ambulance The different classifications of trauma centers that Bernie works with What a typical day in Bernie’s job looks like The types of medical professionals that work in medical flights The training involved for nurses and paramedics that work in medical flights The type of personality that it takes to be an air ambulance medical professional The hardest part of Bernie’s job, and how he handles difficult cases Bernie’s advice to military personnel who are looking to transition to Bernie’s line of work Resources that Bernie recommends for people who are looking to transition from the military to the civilian medical field Where Bernie sees his industry going over the next 10 to 20 years How the technology is changing Bernie’s favorite tool that he uses in his job What Bernie wishes he’d known before he started in this line of work The aircraft that Bernie flies in most often Stories from Bernie’s job Shortages in the medical flight field Links and Resources: Bernie Copeland Air Evac LifeTeam

Have you ever looked at the aerial shots in a movie or television show and wondered where they came from? Today’s guest is the owner and chief pilot at Airborne Images, a company that produces aerial shots and footage for film production companies, movie studios, TV networks, and sports networks. Aaron Fitzgerald is not only a pilot, aerial photographer, and entrepreneur, he’s also a skilled aerobatics pilot. Aaron served in the US army as a paratrooper before getting into the aviation business. He’s a member of Red Bull’s helicopter team, The Flying Bulls. He’s worked in over a hundred film and television projects. Aaron joins the podcast today to talk about how he got into aviation and what it’s like to have an exciting career in the industry. Listen to the episode to hear what Aaron has to say about what it’s like to fly with the Red Bull helicopter team, where he sees the aviation industry going, and what people who are interested in aviation should do if they want to get into the business. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: How Aaron got interested in aviation as a child What Aaron’s first helicopter ride was like How Aaron got into aviation as a career What Aaron’s progression from initial flight to solo to certification looked like Aaron’s most memorable flying experience What excites Aaron most about flying What it’s like flying with the Red Bull helicopter team Aaron’s upcoming shows Details about Aaron’s aircraft Aaron’s thoughts on the pilot shortage Where Aaron sees the aviation industry going over the next five to ten years Things Aaron wishes he’d known before he got started in aviation Aaron’s favorite flying tools Aaron’s flying playlist The hardest thing about Aaron’s job Aaron’s mentors and what he learned from them Links and Resources: Aaron Fitzgerald Airborne Images The Flying Bulls

Can you imagine flying for 75 hours? Can you imagine making that flight in a biplane? Anthony Oshinuga didn’t just imagine it, he lived it. Anthony is an accomplished air race pilot and the first African American air race pilot ever to enter the Reno national air race and have a podium finish. Anthony joins the podcast today to talk about his career and experiences in the aviation industry. Listen to the episode to hear how Anthony got started in the aviation industry, what he wishes he’d known ahead of time, and what a typical day in his life looks like. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: Anthony’s attempted flight to Alaska How Anthony got started in aviation Anthony’s history as a college basketball player What it was like to balance studies and athletics How long it took Anthony to get licensed and what the progression was like from there The financial investment required to get into aviation What holds people back from getting more invested in flying Why people may have trouble relating to the aviation industry One of Anthony’s recent success stories Things Anthony wishes he knew before he got started in aviation Areas where Anthony would like to improve Tools that Anthony likes to use when flying What Anthony’s typical day looks like What Anthony’s plane is like and why it’s special Anthony’s dream airplane Links and Resources: Anthony Oshinuga Anthony Oshinuga on Instagram Aerial Winery Tours

Are you an aviation enthusiast who’s interested in hearing the stories of industry insiders? Maybe you don’t know the first thing about flying, but you’re curious to find out more. Either way, this podcast is for you. I’m your host, Chris Quiocho, and the Jet Set Podcast is created by Offland Media, the premiere media partner for the private and business aviation industry to connect with the Millennial and Generation Z markets. In the upcoming episodes, you’ll hear from a wide range thought leaders and experts in the aviation industry. Join us to hear stories from the aviation industry that include: Success stories from industry insiders Travel tips and tricks The things aviation experts wish they’d known ahead of time Real-life advice Guests who range from air race pilots to doctors who practice medicine at 40,000 feet Answers to your questions about the aviation industry And more exciting aviation content Links and Resources Contact us by email at: connect@offland.com