The Hangar Z Podcast

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Episode 16- Airborne Public Safety Association's Bryan Smith Apr 19, 2021

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In this episode, where we sit down with Bryan Smith, the Airborne Public Safety Association Safety Program Manager. Bryan is an extremely experienced law enforcement aviatior, who currently serves as the chief pilot for a Florida sheriff's department.
We think this is going to be a valuable episode for anyone working for an agency that is implementing an aviation safety program in their unit. Bryan is definitely an invaluable resource and we are honored to have him on the podcast!
Thanks to our sponsor CNC Technologies.

Episode 15- Turning Wrenches with Aaron Boulais Apr 05, 2021

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In this episode we chat with Airframe and Powerplant mechanic Aaron Boulias. Everyone in aviation knows the mission cannot go on without maintainers. Aaron talks about his time as a A&P Mechanic and his progression through the career field.
Special thanks to our sponsor CNC Technologies 🇺🇸

Episode 14- Low Level Hell Mar 22, 2021

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On this episode, we sit down and chat with Major Brian Harris, a U.S. Army helicopter pilot and host of The Low Level Hell Podcast. We discuss the mission similarities between military and law enforcement helicopters as it relates to reconnaissance and close air support operations. We also discuss Brian's career flying both the OH-58D 'Kiowa Warrior' and AH-64 'Apache,' supporting combat operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. Major Harris also discusses being shot during a flight while deployed as well as losing Hydraulics while on a night flight under NVGs.
Special thanks to our sponsor CNC Technologies 🇺🇸

Episode 13- Stockton PD'S Dan Lowry and the Bell 505 Feb 27, 2021

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In this episode we talk with Stockton PD's Dan Lowry. Dan is a prior military aviator, professional bull rider and worked to establish the Stockton PD Air Support program. Dan talks about selecting the Bell 505 as the units airborne law enforcement platform.
Special thanks to our sponsor CNC Technologies.

Episode 12- Fighting Fire with San Diego County Sheriff Corporal Tony Webber Feb 14, 2021

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In this episode we will be chatting with San Diego County Sheriff Corporal Tony Webber. Corporal Webber has been in law enforcement since 1983 and in aviation for over thirty years. He has been assigned to fight fires and fly search and rescue missions since 2005.

Episode 11- Creating Value in Your Air Support Unit with Jacob Green Jan 19, 2021

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We are excited to kick off our first episode of 2021 with an exceptional guest! Jacob Green is an accomplished local government executive, nationally recognized leadership and change management consultant, and Amazon best-selling author of "See Change Clearly: Leveraging Adversity to Sharpen Your Vision and Build Resilient Teams."
Jacob's story of resilience, after suffering a life changing traumatic brain injury is truly inspirational. We will discuss how he has used his experiences to help public and private organizations navigate change and crisis, enhance service delivery, and build strong, resilient teams. This is an episode you don't want to miss!
Special thanks to our Sponsor CNC Technologies.

Episode 10- Searching for the searcher... TFO selection with Mike Calhoun Chief Pilot Riverside County Sheriffs Department Dec 17, 2020

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In this episode we'll be talking with Mike Calhoun, the Chief Pilot for the Riverside County Sheriffs Department.
The Riverside County Sheriffs Department covers approximately 7,000 square miles and spans across a variety of terrain ranging from the desert to the mountains and into the densely populated valley area. Their response area gives them a diverse mission profile completed by their highly trained and capable crews.
During this episode we will discuss the TFO selection process and learn what they have done to improve their selection process.
Special thanks to our sponsor CNC Technologies.

Episode 9- King of the County.... 40King’s Dan Futscher Dec 02, 2020

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In this episode we'll be talking to Dan Futscher, a sergeant and pilot with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Aviation Unit, one of the most versatile law enforcement aviation units in the country!

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Aviation Unit provides general law enforcement support, narcotics surveillance, personnel/cargo transport, airborne photography, search and rescue operations, wild land fire suppression and emergency medical transport services.
If you're someone that's interested in a career in public safety aviation or currently a member of a public safety aviation unit, you'll definitely want to tune into the Hangar Z Podcast, where we explore the people and equipment behind the mission!
Special thanks to our sponsor CNC Technologies.

Episode 8- Bridging the gap between East Coast & West Coast Airborne Law Enforcement with Rob Steht. Nov 19, 2020

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In this episode we will be talking to Rob Steht, an extremely experienced law enforcement aviator and all around great guy!

We were excited to sit down and chat with a guy who has flown just about every mission profile there is to fly, in both helicopters and airplanes, for multiple law enforcement agencies in California, Florida and now Georgia.
If you're someone that's interested in a career in public safety aviation or currently a member of a public safety aviation unit, you'll definitely want to tune into the Hangar Z Podcast, where we explore the people and equipment behind the mission!
Special thanks to our sponsor CNC Technologies.

Episode 7- Meet Hangar Z Nov 05, 2020

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In this episode we introduce you to the people behind The Hangar Z Podcast and announce a cohost for the podcast. We also talk about the origin of the podcast and discuss where we would like to take it.
We also announce a Veteran's Day Black Rifle Coffee Give away. Check out our social media accounts for details in the days to come. Instagram @Hangar_Z_Podcast and The Hangar Z Podcast on Facebook.
Special Thanks to our sponsor CNC Technologies.

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