The Allplane Podcast is all about commercial aviation and air travel. Every episode features an aviation professional that opens up for the audience a different aspect of the aviation industry.
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A podcast by SDS2 for people who enjoy talking about construction technology, processes, and whiskey. Each episode we will discuss the whiskey we are drinking, the latest industry topics, and more. Stay tuned for episodes with special guests who share inspiring stories from across the construction industry.
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What if the lowest-hanging fruit in aviation decarbonization was not in the air, but waiting right in front of us, on the ground? This is what David Valaer, founder and CEO of Green Taxi Aerospace thinks. A pilot since the age of 16, David has spent his whole life surrounded by aircraft, either spending summers a bush pilot in Alaska, flying F-16 f…
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The Allplane Podcast #133: large electric aircraft with Daniel Rosen Jacobson, co-founder of Elysian Aircraft
What is building a large scale battery-powered aircraft was more feasible than originally thought? Our guest on this episode of the podcast, Daniel Rosen Jacobson co-founder and co-CEO of Elysian Aircraft, has come on the podcast to explain how asking the right questions and conducting scientific research laid the groundwork for the truly ambitious…
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The Allplane Podcast #132: Airships w/ Michael Kendrick, Mark Dorey & James Dexter (Straightline Aviation)
Is the airship ready for a big comeback? This is not some sort of retro-futurist sci-fi scenario, since there are a handful of companies working to develop a new generation modern-day iteration of this iconic type of aircraft. But, in fact, airships and, more generally, lighter than air aircraft never fully went away. The US Navy, for example, oper…
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Among the top contenders in the eVTOL space, EVE Air Mobility stands out—not because it's closer than others to entering service or because it generates more media headlines. In fact, what sets EVE aside from the pack is the backing of one of the world’s most successful and technologically advanced aircraft makers, Embraer, which has opted to move …
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The world badly needs sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and, fortunately, there is not shortage of entrepreneurs willing to take on the challenge to scale up production. Now, are all SAF pathways the same? Of course not. Today on the podcast we will talk with Mukund Karanjikar, founder and CEO of CleanJoule, a SAF startup based in Utah that is develo…
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In this episode of the we welcome Shashank Nigam, who, together with Dirk Singer, has co-authored the Sustainability in the Air book series, two volumes that cover many of the most prominent entrepreneurs, companies and projects striving to make air travel cleaner and more sustainable. Now, Shashank is no newcomer to the aviation industry. He is al…
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In this episode of the podcast we’ll explore one of the most truly disruptive clean-sheet aircraft projects currently underway. Scott Drennan is President and Chief Operations Officer (COO) of Otto Aviation, a US startup aircraft maker that is developing an ultra-efficient executive jet. The Phantom 3500 uses a teardrop-shaped design to take full a…
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When we talk about aviation sustainability, the first thing that usually comes to mind is propulsion technologies or new aircraft designs. But there are other ways to lower the environmental footprint of flying. Some are even hidden in plain sight! Today we bring you the story of a company doing its bit to make aviation more sustainable, but in a r…
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Ivar Aune is the CEO of SiriNor, a company working on an electric jet engine. Yes, you read that right! While most electric aircraft projects aim to power a propeller, SiriNor is going for the very technology that powers most of today’s commercial aviation industry. After all, a modern jet engine works by making a turbine spin. But while convention…
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Wizz Air takes pride in having the lowest carbon footprint per passenger and kilometer in the airline industry, 52g, number that it expects to bring further down as it renews the fleet with larger, denser and more efficient aircraft. But fleet renewal alone won’t do the trick. In fact, “fleet” is just one of the three “Fs” that the pan-European ult…
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In this episode of the podcast we welcome Amelia DeLuca, Chief Sustainability Officer at Delta Air Lines. Besides being one of the World’s largest airlines, Delta, is also a very active player in the field of air travel innovation and decarbonization. Delta has committed to getting to net zero by 2050 with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) expected t…
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Flynow is an Austrian eVTOL developer with big ambitions and, so far, a low media profile. But you can be sure that if you ever come across one of its eCopters, with its distinctive capsule-like, tail-less shape, it will catch your eye! Yvonne Winter, our guest in this episode of the podcast, is the co-founder and CCO of this startup, which aims to…
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This episode has two exceptional guests because more often than not, innovation doesn’t happen in isolation. Great successful products and services are those that fast achieve product-market fit and this is precisely what we are going to talk about here today. Our guests are Marc Allen, CEO of Electra, a US startup that is developing a hybrid-elect…
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Josef Kallo is a true sustainable aviation pioneer. He was already working on hydrogen-powered aircraft back in 2013, when few outside a small circle had heard about sustainable aviation or alternative propulsion technologies. Fast forward to 2021 and H2FLY, the company he has been leading for over a decade, made headlines after being acquired by J…
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Payments are an essential element of the airline business and one that is often overlooked by most people. But, have you considered the tech required by any international carrier to handle thousands of payments from all over the world, smoothly and instantly? In this episode, produced in partnership with CellPoint Digital, we delve into the topic o…
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Kanika Tekriwal is the co-founder and CEO of JetSetGo, a company that has emerged, over the course of the last decades, as the major integrated executive aviation operator in India. JetSetGo provides a whole range of services in one of the world’s most promising air travel markets, from operating its own private jet fleet, to MRO and charter servic…
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The Allplane Podcast #117 - sustainable aviation in Asia, w/ Joshua Ng, Director at Alton Aviation Consultancy
Joshua Ng is a Director at Alton Aviation Consultancy, which, at the name implies, is a global consultancy firm serving the aviation industry with actionable analysis, advice and recommendations. Being based in Singapore, Joshua has a rather advantageous viewpoint on the sustainable aviation developments taking place across the Asia-Pacific region,…
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Things we talk about in this episode Ian Brooke’s background and story as an entrepreneur from an early age What is Astro Mechanica and how it got started What is an electric adaptive jet engine and how does it work What are the potential applications of the electric adaptive jet engine Astro Mechanica’s acceptance into Y Combinator, the famous Sil…
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Vertical Aerospace is one of the world’s leading advanced air mobility developers, at least when it comes to its order book. Some 1,500 units of its VX4 eVTOL aircraft have already been pre-ordered (including a 500 aircraft order from Avolon, which the lessor then managed to place in a matter of months with a handful of airlines), but before that, …
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The Allplane Podcast #112 - the safest and easiest-to-fly personal airplane, with Nikita Ermoshkin (Airhart)
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The Allplane Podcast #111 - investing in sustainable aviation, w/ Mukul Hariharan of United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund
The decarbonization of the aviation industry will require huge amounts of investment. If we focus on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) alone, the amount of capex that will be required is staggering. Take Europe, for example, that will need over 100 new SAF production plants by 2030 if the aviation industry is to meet the EU’s ambitious SAF adoption p…
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030: Finding & Retaining Top Talent in the Steel Industry
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In this episode of Steel & Whiskey, we discuss the essential strategies for finding and retaining top talent in the steel industry. We are joined by Natalie Campbell from Bauer Underground, who shares personal experiences, innovative approaches, and practical advice on attracting skilled professionals and keeping them engaged. Whether you're a deta…
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The Allplane Podcast #110 - the state of the aviation industry w/ Jon Sindreu (Wall Street Journal)
Right as the commercial aviation industry gears up for the 2024 edition of the Farnborough Air Show, I got on Zoom with Jon Sindreu, one of the top journalists out there that knows the industry best. Perhaps because, in addition to his strong focus on aviation, Jon covers also range of sectors through the popular “Heard on the Streat” section on th…
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028: Integrating SDS2 with Tekla PowerFab like a Pro
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Join us on this episode of Steel & Whiskey as we welcome Ricky Horton, an industry expert with extensive experience in SDS2 and its integration with Tekla PowerFab . Ricky shares his insights and valuable knowledge gained from years of hands-on work and collaboration with professionals like SDS2’s James Schwartz. Tune in for an engaging discussion …
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029: Redefining Work: Nick Coffee on Embracing the 32-Hour Workweek
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In this enlightening episode of "Steel and Whiskey," host David sits down with Nick Coffee, a seasoned detailer with over 23 years of experience and co-founder of United Structural LLC. Nick shares his journey from enduring a toxic work environment to establishing his own thriving business. Discover how United Structural Design LLC's revolutionary …
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027: Crafting Steel and Spirits: The Art of Whiskey with Grain and Barrel Spirits
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In this episode of Steel & Whiskey, we blend the worlds of steel detailing and whiskey crafting with the team behind Grain and Barrel Spirits' Chicken Cock Whiskey. Discover how the precision and craftsmanship in steel detailing with SDS2 parallels the meticulous process of creating exceptional whiskey. We'll dive into the inspiration behind their …
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As Europe is trying to get people off planes and into trains out of environmental concerns, Dr. Klaus Radermacher stands out as a contrarian voice. We are calculating it wrong!…says this engineer and consultant, who, in the last few years has taken a keen interest in the topic of sustainable mobility. Is the train really a better alternative to the…
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The Allplane Podcast #108: communicating sustainability, w/Elizabeth Maclean & Mike Evans (Herdwick Communications)
Sustainability has become a central topic in aviation, but are airlines prepared for this conversation? Elizabeth Maclean and Mike Evans are the co-founders of Herdwick Communications, a consultancy firm that advises airlines all over the world. With Elizabeth and Mike we speak about the reputation crisis and public relations storm that the aviatio…
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The Allplane Podcast #107: designing iconic airline brands with Ryan Frost, Creative Executive Director at Landor
Landor is, possibly, the creative agency that has designed the most iconic brands in aviation. British Airways, Alitalia, Singapore Airlines and Etihad are just a few of the big names of the airline industry that have entrusted their public identity to Landor’s creative minds. On this episode of the podcast we speak with Ryan Frost, Executive Creat…
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026: An Inside Look at SDS2 Tech Treks 2024: Register Today!
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Join us as we unveil SDS2 Tech Treks! Dive into our latest episode where David talks with SDS2 Technical Consultants Jordan and Mark about our latest customer success initiative, coming to a city near you! This series of day-long seminars is designed to elevate your steel detailing expertise. From mastering the latest SDS2 release to enhancing prod…
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Our guest in this episode is Billy Thalheimer, founder and CEO of REGENT, a startup based in Rhode Island developing a wing-in-ground vehicle that will make it possible to fly fast and sustainably between coastal cities before the end of this decade. A wing-in-ground vehicle (WiG) is a type of craft that flies just a few meters above the surface of…
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Is the air cargo market ripe for its own technology revolution? Aleksey Matyushev and his team at Natilus are certainly doing their bit to make it happen. A graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Aleksey has been working at the cutting edge of aerospace technology for quite some time, both on civilian and military projects. He is the fou…
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Charles Everett is the Director of Aviation at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, a public organization set up by these two states in order to manage key pieces of infrastructure, including the ports, some tunnels and roads and, importantly for this episode of the podcast, New York’s airport system. More than 144 million passengers pass…
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The Allplane Podcast #103 - Eric Lithun, the software entrepreneur creating an all-electric seaplane
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Giulio Ranucci is the Head of Innovation at Aeroporti di Roma (AdR), the company managing Rome’s two airports, Fiumicino (FCO) and Ciampino (CIA), with nearly 45 million annual passengers combined. What makes Giulio’s work at the helm of AdR’s innovation arm particularly interesting, is the very active role that the Italian airport operator is play…
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024: Taking the Stairs First and Defying Expectations with SDS2's Josh Hawley
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In this episode of Steel & Whiskey, David Zabka sits down with Josh Hawley, a senior technical consultant at SDS2. They dive into his background in steel detailing – from taking an internship with a joist manufacturer in high school to joining SDS2 a little over a year ago - and everything in between, including Josh’s teaching stint at a local comm…
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023: Engineering Innovations & Whiskey Deliberations: A Chat with Dave Eckrote of IDEA StatiCa
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Join us on another episode of "Steel and Whiskey" as we chat with Dave Eckrote from IDEA StatiCa. Discover the innovative world of IDEA StatiCa and their recent release, which includes a new integration with SDS2. Learn how this collaboration is enhancing the experience for both SDS2 and IDEA StatiCa users and improving the connection design proces…
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022: Live Reactions from SDS2 Summit 2023
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Join us for a special episode of Steel & Whiskey, recorded on-site at SDS2 Summit 2023 in Omaha, Nebraska. Hosts David Zabka and Michelle McCarthy catch up with customers, speakers, and sponsors halfway through the event to hear what SDS2 Summit means to the steel community and what they’ve loved most about the event so far. Tune in and learn why S…
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021: Bringing Augmented Reality to Steel Fabrication with Fabstation’s Randy Warnaar
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In this episode of "Steel and Whiskey," host David Zabka welcomes Randy Warnaar, co-founder of FabStation, for an insightful conversation about the innovative use of augmented reality in the steel fabrication industry. They discuss how FabStation's technology is transforming the way steel structures are inspected and assembled, increasing accuracy …
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Richard Gaona is one of the key players in the global executive aviation industry. The once president of Airbus’ Executive Aircraft division is currently leading one of the most unique operators in the highly sophisticated world of private aviation. Richard is the President and CEO of Comlux, a company like no other. The uniqueness of Comlux is not…
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Jay Sorensen is one of the world’s top experts in airline ancillaries. Every year, Jay’s firm, IdeaWorksCompany, produces a comprehensive report about the state of airline ancillaries, a piece of work that has become the reference in this field, the Yearbook of Ancillary Revenue. As someone that tried to read IdeaWork’s ancillaries yearbook as soon…
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020: Shaping Steel Detailing History: Conversations with Chris Riley
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Meet Chris Riley, a steel detailing veteran whose journey began under his father's, equipping him with skills that span generations. With roots dating back to the 1950s, Chris's evolution from traditional drafting to cutting-edge software like SDS2 and paperless workflows using Bluebeam showcases his innovative spirit. An early adopter and close in…
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019: An Inside Look at Construction Software Development with SDS2's Chris Rodgers
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This week we’re sharing a glimpse behind the curtain with Chris Rodgers, certified “Scrum” master who keeps our development teams running smoothly by coordinating projects, challenging processes, and keeping the paths of progress clear of external obstacles. He discusses the unique challenges posed by the many customized workflows in our customers’…
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018: From Detailer to Innovator: Paul Hemenway's Journey at Delta Structural Steel Services
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Paul Hemenway’s dynamic journey at Delta Structural Steel Services is a close mirror of the company’s technological evolution. Starting out as a detailer, he now spearheads client relations and manages estimating while championing innovative solutions. Listen in as he shares his journey—with a few humorous detours—and explains Delta’s commitment to…
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Addison Ferrell is Director, Infrastructure and Head of Americas at Skyports, one of the world’s leading vertiport developers. Vertiports will be an essential element of the upcoming advanced air mobility revolution. Will they be more like airports or like metro stations? What sort of experience can we expect to have there are travellers? What are …
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017: Joining Forces: Enhancing Project Efficiency with Bluebeam and SDS2
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In this podcast episode, Marv Moreno and Mike Olson from Bluebeam discuss various topics, including introductions, Bluebeam's place in the Nemetschek portfolio, the relationship between Bluebeam and SDS2, and the efficiency of project communication using Bluebeam's features. They delve into how Bluebeam aids in drawing and document management, desi…
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