From the Aircraft Electronics Association, AEA Amplified is a podcast for aviation’s technology experts. Learn more about the ever-changing world of avionics technologies from industry professionals and aviation enthusiasts. Subscribe to AEA Amplified on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podbean or Spotify. Founded in 1957, the AEA represents nearly 1,300 member companies in more than 40 countries, including government-certified international repair stations specializing in maintenance, repai ...
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National Defense is a podcast on military technology and defense industry trends, from the articles of National Defense Magazine.
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September 2025: Ground Robots in Ukraine, 155mm Artillery Round Production and Drone Executive Orders
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10:07In this episode, National Defense discusses the proliferation of ground robots in Ukraine, the status of the Army’s goal to increase the production of one-fifty-five millimeter artillery rounds and the potential impact of recent drone-related Executive Orders.By National Defense Magazine Staff
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Ep. 55 – Bruce Baxter and Gordon Cox Preview AEA South Pacific Regional
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29:50AEA members from Australia, New Zealand, and throughout the South Pacific will convene at the AEA South Pacific Regional Meeting in Brisbane, October 2-3. Bruce Baxter, AEA’s regulatory consultant for the region, shares the spotlight with Gordon Cox of Avionics 2000. Together, they offer a preview of the upcoming two-day event and offer insight int…
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August 2025: U.S.-China Biotechnology Race, Hypersonic Weapons and Atlantic Alliance 25
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9:53In this episode, National Defense discusses the U.S.-China biotechnology race, the status of hypersonic weapons programs in the United States and a recent NATO amphibious exercise.By National Defense Magazine Staff
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Ep. 54 – How Gogo’s C1 box enables seamless transition from legacy ATG to LTE network
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27:16The Gogo C1 Line Replaceable Unit is designed to facilitate a smooth transition for aircraft currently using the company's legacy Air-to-Ground systems to the new LTE network. Aircraft using legacy ATG systems will need to upgrade to the C1 or an AVANCE system before the LTE network launch in May 2026, to avoid losing in-flight connectivity. Tune i…
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July 2025: Special Ops aircraft, Marine Corps drones and Army vehicles
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8:08In this episode, National Defense discusses aircraft modernization in Special Operations Command, the Marine Corps’ drone fleet and axed Army vehicle programs.By National Defense Magazine Staff
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Ep. 53 – When does your repair station need to implement a safety management system?
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34:03The answer varies depending on where the repair station is located. Tune in as Ric Peri breaks down this frequently asked question and learn whether you need an SMS program, when you need it, and how the AEA is helping member companies in this episode of AEA Amplified.By Aircraft Electronics Association
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June 2025: Ghost Bat, AUKUS and Project Convergence
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8:45In this episode, National Defense discusses the future of Australia’s sovereign uncrewed aircraft, the status of AUKUS Pillar Two and Project Convergence.
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Ep. 52 –Texas Aerospace Technologies Vice President Brad Sutphin
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38:42With more than 20 years of aviation experience, Brad Sutphin joined Texas Aerospace Technologies in June 2021 as its vice president to drive global sales and business development. Sutphin earned his associate degree in applied sciences of aviation from Westwood College of Aviation Technology along with an airframe and powerplant certificate. Learn …
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In this episode, National Defense discusses the Navy’s new carrier-based drone, President Donald Trump’s Golden Dome air and missile defense initiative, and the Army’s latest strategy to replace the Bradley Fighting Vehicle.By National Defense Magazine Staff
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Ep. 51 – Meet newly elected AEA Chairman Mike Berryhill
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57:50A senior maintenance trainer for Cirrus Aircraft, Mike Berryhill is a highly accomplished aviation professional with an illustrious career spanning 34 years marked by dedicated service, leadership roles, and a profound impact on the industry. He was recently elected to serve as the new chairman by the AEA board of directors after serving as vice ch…
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In this episode, National Defense discusses the shipbuilding industry’s workforce challenges in a special report.
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March 2025: AUKUS Tech, the Air Force and the Navy's Hybrid Fleet
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9:58In this episode, National Defense discusses AUKUS’s technology and information sharing challenges, the Air Force’s maritime strike role, and the Navy’s new robotics warfare specialists.By National Defense Magazine Staff
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Ep. 50 – How delegates can support your certification efforts
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44:54Over the last several years, the AEA has engaged in discussions with members and nonmembers on the need for advocacy in the delegate/aircraft certification areas. Join us for a roundtable discussion with members of the AEA delegates subcommittee to learn when you should get a delegate involved, the benefits a delegate can offer, and how the AEA pro…
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February 2025: Small Vehicle Drone Protection, Air and Missile Defense in the Middle East, and Electronic Warfare in Space
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11:41In this episode, National Defense discusses small vehicle drone protection, the Middle East’s need for inexpensive air and missile defense tech, and electronic warfare in space.By National Defense Magazine Staff
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January 2025: NATO in the Arctic, AI in the Pentagon, and Army Maintenance and Repair
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10:49In this episode, National Defense discusses NATO presence in the critical region of the Arctic, AI in the decisionmaking space in the Pentagon, and Army maintenance and repair.
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Ep. 49 – Celebrating the 20-year journey of Innovative Advantage with Greg Cornell
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29:56Innovative Advantage’s Audio Video Distribution System (AVDS) is designed to integrate with any cabin management system, and the company has spent two decades focusing on the audio, video, and Ethernet over fiber distribution in business aircraft. IA is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year and continues to innovate, create, and fine-tune the …
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December 2024: DIU and Drones, the Army's Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization Program, and GCAP
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10:01In this episode, National Defense discusses the Defense Innovation Unit’s race to close the drone gap, the Army’s search for a new extended range cannon, and the United Kingdom, Japan, and Italy’s joint fighter aircraft program.
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November 2024: 5G Training, Red Hawk Simulators, and Navy LVC
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12:08In this episode, National Defense discusses the Marine Corps’ future training program using 5G, the T-7A trainer jet’s ground-based simulators, and the Naval Air Warfare Center using live, virtual, and constructive training at sea.By National Defense Magazine Staff
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Ep. 48 – Shop Talk: How the repair station regulations support and encourage workforce development
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1:05:55Many avionics repair stations have been successful in recruiting, hiring and training their own technicians. However, in light of the many challenges facing the industry, this episode discusses hiring challenges, rules governing training, recency of experience and documentation, training programs, and the “Moss interpretation” on supervision. Air S…
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Ep. 47 – Honeywell projects increased demand for biz jets in next 10 years
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22:00Honeywell’s 33rd annual Global Business Aviation Outlook forecasts up to 8,500 new business jets worth $280 billion will be delivered over the next decade, an increase in value from last year’s survey forecast. The report noted that the five-year new jet purchase plans of business aviation operators surveyed remained on par with last year’s results…
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Sponsored by Western Alliance Bank — In this episode, National Defense discusses the Army’s XM30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle, the Defense Department’s data backbone for CJADC2 and Poland’s military modernization plan.By National Defense Magazine Staff
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Ep. 46 – How do pilots locate avionics shops through iFlightPlanner?
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22:46Private pilots and corporate operators now have the added benefit of easily locating AEA member companies through iFlightPlanner. This new service will help thousands of pilots find an avionics shop in the United States through iFlightPlanner’s web-based platforms (www.iflightplanner.com/airports), including iFlightPlanner for AOPA, and mobile apps…
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September 2024: 155mm Ammunition, the F-22 Raptor, and the Army's Extended Range Cannon Artillery Program
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10:29In this episode, National Defense discusses the increasing demand for one-fifty-five millimeter ammunition, the F-twenty-two Raptor, and the Army’s Extended Range Cannon Artillery program.
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Ep. 45 – Six Pack Aero makes room in the panel for modern avionics
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21:25When Lyle Jansma began upgrading his Cessna 172 a few years ago, he did not anticipate it would evolve into a side gig helping owner-operators build instrument panels. Or that it would lead him to opening a new business, Six Pack Aero, at Bellingham International Airport. Today, the AEA provisional member manufactures the Legacy XL Stationary Panel…
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Ep. 44 – EBIS: Streamlining maintenance tasks for 25 years
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44:35EBIS was created in 1999 to tackle unsolved challenges with running an aviation maintenance shop. With more than 300 shops adopting the company’s software, EBIS has been helping drive digital transformation in the aviation industry for 25 years. Learn how to efficiently track work orders, scheduling, inventory, warranty claims, and much more from c…
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August 2024: U.S. and Japan, Small Drones and the SEAL's New Tech
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9:10In this episode, National Defense discusses the United States and Japan’s defense collaboration, the Army’s search for small, affordable drones, and the Navy SEALs’ return to their maritime roots.
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July 2024: NATO's Return to Collective Defense, Sweden's Role and the Nordic Bloc
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10:56In this episode, National Defense discusses NATO’s recommitment to collective defense, Sweden’s contribution to NATO, and the U.S. military training in NATO’s High North.
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Ep. 43 – Shop Talk: What are the recordkeeping requirements for repair stations?
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1:03:14Maintenance isn’t done until the paperwork is completed. This “Shop Talk” investigates the recordkeeping requirements for maintenance, repair stations, and best practices to include the differences between required records for work performed for Part 135 operators versus Part 91 operators; the records that must be maintained on parts; and the best …
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June 2024: The Army and Nuclear Protection, Collisions in Space and Marine Corps Evacuation
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8:32In this episode, National Defense discusses nuclear protection, preventing collisions in orbit and Marine Corps training for embassy evacuation.
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Ep. 42 – Shop Talk: How to recruit staff, manage inventory, and set your rates
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37:37What do you look for when interviewing candidates and managing millennials and Generation Z? How do you shop for consumables and bill them? And when was the last time you raised your rates and what was the response? Join us for a revealing and authentic conversation with three experienced AEA members as they share insightful tips in leading an avio…
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May 2024: V-22, Laser Comms in Space, and Project Convergence
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9:49In this episode, National Defense discusses the V-twenty-two Osprey, laser communications in space and the Army and Marine Corps testing autonomous resupply drones at Project Convergence.
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April 2024: Littoral Combat Ship, Project Convergence and IVAS
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7:06In this episode, National Defense discusses the Navy’s troubled littoral combat ship, this year’s Army-led Project Convergence exercise, and the Army’s Integrated Visual Augmentation System.
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