Send us a text with your feedback on an episode and recommendations for topics you’d like us to discuss Wow! Episode 62 is here and what a special one. She puts the Angel in Los Angeles and her positive mindset is inspiring and left the guys in awe! Caitlin Bryant, CEO and Founder of Make Good Company, joins the guys. Caitlin's story and her nontraditional path into aviation as well her drive should be a story that everyone listens to and uses it to motivate you and your dreams...and do...

Send us a text with your feedback on an episode and recommendations for topics you’d like us to discuss A close friend of the pod and former guest, Patti Harburg-Petrich of Swinerton, joins Chris and Ravi as a guest host while Basil is away. Wow....Patti gives and impacts! We touch on: Diversity and Inclusion Rollbacks in AviationRole and Importance of Support OrganizationsChallenges and Strategies for Fostering Inclusive Work EnvironmentsUpcoming Jet Fuel Women in Aviation Webina...

Send us a text with your feedback on an episode and recommendations for topics you’d like us to discuss He has avoided this since the start of the podcast, but Basil and Chris get Ravi to open up about some of his story. Join the guys as Ravi gets uncomfortable and dives into: Ravi's Family Background and Upbringing: Ravi shared with Basil and Chris the story of his family's immigration journey from India to England, then Canada, and finally New Jersey, highlighting their parents' entre...

Send us a text with your feedback on an episode and recommendations for topics you’d like us to discuss The guys (Chris and Ravi - Basil will be back again soon!) catch up with Jean Christophe Dagohoy Dick (aka JC)! Someone we have wanted on the show for a long time! We get right into and cover: Impact of Multicultural Upbringing and Family ExperiencesAviation Passion, Education, and Industry ExposureFuture of Work, Education, and the Role of HumanitiesInclusive and Human-Centered Airpo...

Send us a text with your feedback on an episode and recommendations for topics you’d like us to discuss Clint Harper of Harper4D Solutions gets back together with the No U-Turn podcast team for an open and honest chat on navigating life and stressing the importance of evolving and learning and taking actions in life and how some of those approaches can relate back to our professional lives. We always appreciate Clint and his willingness to share his thoughts and contribute to important ...

Send us a text with your feedback on an episode and recommendations for topics you’d like us to discuss The guys are back together for Episode 57 and ready to bring back the chemistry between the three and give Ravi a hard time. Join the crew as they touch on what has been going on with Basil, life, workforce impacts, what the next generation of students preparing to enter the workforce may be facing, stressing the importance of informing them including our own kids, helping our friends...

Send us a text with your feedback on an episode and recommendations for topics you’d like us to discuss Two out of three of the No U-Turn Podcasts hosts, Ravi Singh and Chris Fernando tag up while Basil Yap is off traveling again! The guys discuss what's been going on during this long break, touch on some of what they want to focus on moving forward and share their excitement for getting back to it! Click subscribe and please leave a rating and review! We appreciate all of our listeners...

Dana Donati, CEO of Breaking Down Barriers, joins us to share her story and journey in aviation. Our discussion includes: A return from hiatus and personal updates.Who is Dana Donati and Breaking Down Barriers.Her journey and career in aviation.The mission of BDB and future plans.The importance of mentorship and support in her career.The role of diversity in aviation.The future of aviation and BDB.Until next time, keep it on the centerline!

Mandy Nelson, Director of Business Development at The Bristow Group, joins us to share her story and journey in aviation. Our discussion includes: Catch-up and early Beginnings for Mandy.The transition to electric and hybrid aircraft & Bristow Group's plans .Aviation safety, innovation, and regulation.Diversity and inclusion in aviation industry.The slow progress of urban air mobility, global expansion, and Utah's potential as a hub for AAM operations.Engaging younger generation in aviati...

Katherine Ayre, CEO at Cayres, joins us to share her story and journey. Our discussion includes: Advanced air mobility and aviation law.Municipal aviation law and its focus on community aviation.Law school, aviation, and human rights.Incorporating advanced air mobility into urban planning, with a focus on Canada.Air mobility, starting with vulnerable communities.Using drones to deliver goods to remote communities, with a focus on addressing food insecurity and healthcare needs.Aviation, privi...

It's just the three of us, and we get into some heavy stuff: Mental health awareness, our cultures and struggles Parenting, stress release, and cultural dynamics. Mental health struggles and experiences with therapy Trauma, and healing.Seeking help in the workplace. The importance of being genuine and kind in professional settings. Addiction, Suicide, and support systems. Health and wellness in the workplace, and demonstrating leadership Until next tim...

Patti Harburg-Petrich, Vice President at Mott McDonald, joins us to share her story and journey: Start with a few sports updates, industry happenings, and welcome our guest, Patti.Patti shares her story and career in aviation, and discusses her experiences in engineering and airport design.Growth as a leader, leadership styles, and helping others.The importance of communication, and teamwork in the workplace.Mentors, ACE academy, career challenges, and diversity in the aviation industry.Susta...

Cynthia Guidry, Director of Long Beach Airport , joins us this week to chat about her journey in aviation. Episode 50! A milestone for the No U-Turn Crew! How Cynthia got started and her storyEngineering, aviation, and airports Long Beach, LAX, and the importance of learning from mentorsThe importance of speaking up about diversityHow do you balance stress and stressors? The importance of connecting with the youthLeadership is about inspiration and visionChanges in the airport ...

Leah Whitfield, President of the Aviation Planning Group, joins us this week to share her story. Leah shares her journey from a farm in Kentucky to becoming a meteorologist and air traffic controller, with education at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and an internship in weather forecasting for shuttle launches.The transition to air traffic control was driven by Leah's interest in aviation, math, and problem-solving, with radar classes being particularly engaging, and an age cutoff for t...

We welcome back a previous guest, Clint Harper, and dive into vertiport infrastructure: The importance of a network of vertiports in urban areas is highlighted, with a need for more research on user profiles and a focus on emergency response use cases.Infrastructure delays in LA are discussed, with concerns about their impact on electric vehicle adoption and the need for coordination with local grid infrastructure.The federal regulatory framework for vertiports is outlined, with a focus on co...

In our first chat of the new year, we discuss: A little news and updates from us Airline safety, evacuation procedures, and Boeing's recent issues.Aviation safety and supply chain issues.Prioritizing profit over safety and quality in various industries.Balancing profitability and sustainability in the aviation industry.Gen Z's work ethic and attention to detail.Balancing remote work and in-person interactions for effective learning and growth.Generational differences in communication sty...

Our last chat for 2023! In this epsiode, we discuss: The crew reflects on the past year Holiday movies and AAM progress and milestones in 2023. Electric aircraft development win by Joby, Beta and others…Electric and hybrid aircraft developmentsFAA progress in regulating drone technologyAutonomous aviation, public perception and acceptance, RAM vs UAMPilot training requirements for air taxisExciting career paths in aviation and AAM.AI, pilot shortage, and industry diversityHappy New ...

Join us this week for a chat Clint Harper! We cover: The Voice of the Show is back, U2 & the SwiftiesRugby world cup, South Africa win!, refereeing, and the use technology in sportsClint Harper!, his story, struggles of being a young adult, wake up calls, and personal growthHis military service in the USAF, being a firefighter, aircraft maintenance, and working on the C130-H How his service helped develop leadership skills, life as an outsider, cultural identity, and navigati...

Join us this week for a chat with Jeremy "Jam" Hartley from the UK Civil Aviation Authority. Jam making!Career in Aviation and a Move to the UKHealthcare applications for AAM Organ transportation and a Career PivotThe challenges of pursuing higher education as an adult with family responsibilitiesAviation policy development and making history for VertiportsLeading countries in advanced air mobility technology developmentSafety regulations for autonomous aircraft in North CarolinaImporta...

Join us this week for our chat with Thariq Kara, CEO of Nuborders and Co-founder of Athstat. In this episode, we discuss: Quick hits on FAA reauthorization and AAM News Getting to know TK Growing up in Zimbabwe, moving to the US, and overcoming challenges. University experience and career path. Career journey and the Florida Tech ConnectionsCareer transition from government to private sector, with insights on entrepreneurship and data analytics.Leadership, entrepr...