The Vertical Space

Jim Barry, Peter Shannon & Luka Tomljenovic
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Podcast The Vertical Space

A podcast at the intersection of technology and flight. Here we discuss the most important forces shaping the market of advanced air mobility, with a particular focus on why and how they matter to those building a business in this very exciting and growing industry. 

  1. #75 Kevin Noertker, Ampaire: Scaling electric aviation with hybrid-electric flight

    11/09

    #75 Kevin Noertker, Ampaire: Scaling electric aviation with hybrid-electric flight

    In this episode of The Vertical Space, we sit down with Kevin Noertker, Co-founder and CEO of Ampaire, to explore the evolving landscape of electric aviation. Kevin shares his perspective on the industry's progress and challenges, particularly in relation to battery development and the delayed timelines for fully electric vehicles. We explore the differences between battery-only and hybrid propulsion, highlighting the advantages and limitations of both technologies. Kevin explains why hybrid ...

    1 h 21 min
  2. #74 Rob Britton: "Commercial Aviation and AAM: Prudent Optimism"

    29/08

    #74 Rob Britton: "Commercial Aviation and AAM: Prudent Optimism"

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rob Britton, Principal of AirLearn, who brings five decades of experience in commercial aviation. This fascinating conversation covers the history and future of the airline business, the significance of the hub-and-spoke model, the realities of aviation sustainability, and the challenges and opportunities for advanced and regional air mobility. Throughout the discussion, we explore the enduring value of aviation, the power of market forces, and the critic...

    1 h 24 min
  3. #73 Jeff Luckett, UPS Flight Forward: An inside perspective on early adoption of UAS and AAM in cargo

    13/08

    #73 Jeff Luckett, UPS Flight Forward: An inside perspective on early adoption of UAS and AAM in cargo

    Welcome back to The Vertical Space! In this episode, we’re thrilled to bring you a conversation with Jeff Luckett, President and founding member of UPS Flight Forward, a subsidiary of UPS. Since our podcast's inception in 2021, we’ve featured numerous OEMs and service providers from both advanced air mobility and traditional aviation. However, it’s not often that we get to hear directly from the buyers and industry leaders driving the demand for these cutting-edge technologies. Today, we dive...

    1 h 7 min
  4. #72 Srdjan Kovacevic, Orqa: The evolution of drones, vertical integration, and competing with DJI

    27/07

    #72 Srdjan Kovacevic, Orqa: The evolution of drones, vertical integration, and competing with DJI

    In this episode, we’re excited to host Srdjan Kovacevic, CEO and co-founder of Orqa. Despite a low public profile, this Croatian team has made significant waves, initially through ultra-low latency FPV goggles for drone racing and now by building their own drones through a fully vertically integrated model. This strategy not only optimizes cost and performance but also positions Orqa as a strong Western alternative to DJI.Srdjan discusses his view that hardware in the small drone industry is ...

    1 h 14 min
  5. #71 Libby Bahat, Israeli Civil Aviation Authority: Lessons learned from the Israeli National Drone Initiative

    16/07

    #71 Libby Bahat, Israeli Civil Aviation Authority: Lessons learned from the Israeli National Drone Initiative

    Welcome back to The Vertical Space! In this episode, we sit down with Libby Bahat, Head of the Aerial Infrastructure Department of the Israeli Civil Aviation Authority. Join us as we delve into what makes Israeli airspace unique, given its position as one of the most threatened airspaces in the world.We explore the Israel National Drone Initiative: its origins, surprising initiators, and current results. Learn about the costs of drone operations in Israel compared to other regions, and listen...

    1 h 11 min
  6. #70 Bobby Healy, Manna: Unveiling the unit economics behind profitable drone delivery

    2/07

    #70 Bobby Healy, Manna: Unveiling the unit economics behind profitable drone delivery

    Welcome back to The Vertical Space! In this episode, we reconnect with Bobby Healy, CEO and Founder of Manna Drone Delivery. Bobby returns to discuss how Manna has not only met but exceeded initial expectations over the past two years. He dives deep into the details of Manna's unit economics, revealing how they achieve profitability with every flight, even when delivering a single cup of coffee. Bobby provides insights into the evolution of drone delivery over the past two years. He refl...

    1 h 28 min
  7. #69 David Stepanek, Bristow: A philosophical guide for early AAM operations

    19/06

    #69 David Stepanek, Bristow: A philosophical guide for early AAM operations

    We are happy to welcome back David Stepanek, Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer of Bristow. With his extensive experience and pragmatic insights, David provides a comprehensive view of the evolution and future of advanced air mobility. In this episode, we revisit earlier impressions and assumptions, exploring how they have matured over time. For those who have approached this field with caution and realism, this discussion validates your strategy and offers valuable new...

    1 h 13 min
  8. #68 Don Berchoff, TruWeather: Weather imposes uncertainty and uncertainty costs money

    31/05

    #68 Don Berchoff, TruWeather: Weather imposes uncertainty and uncertainty costs money

    Welcome back to The Vertical Space! In this episode, we chat with Don Berchoff, CEO of TruWeather, about the critical impact of weather on aviation. Don highlights how weather-induced uncertainty costs the industry billions and shares staggering numbers on preventable costs. He discusses how aviation has adapted to unreliable weather data and the potential for significant improvements in flight operations and cost reduction.Listen to Don's insights on the three key elements for better forecas...

    1 h 14 min
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Sobre

A podcast at the intersection of technology and flight. Here we discuss the most important forces shaping the market of advanced air mobility, with a particular focus on why and how they matter to those building a business in this very exciting and growing industry. 

Informação

  • Autoria
    Jim Barry, Peter Shannon & Luka Tomljenovic
  • Anos em atividade
    2021 - 2024
  • Episódios
    75
  • Classificação
    Para todos
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Vertical Space
  • Site do programa
    The Vertical Space

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