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FLYHT's JumpSeat

Hop on the JumpSeat podcast with FLYHT as we talk to aviation leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators as they make their airline operations safer, more profitable, and friendlier for passengers and the environment alike. Come along for the ride as we discuss how game-changing technology such as Big Data, AI, and 5G impact how airlines deal with their ever-changing and challenging business.

  1. JAN 6

    UK Met and the Art of the Possible: Innovations in Weather Data Collection

    In this episode of The Jump Seat, host Chris Glass sits down with Lisa Marvin, a commercial manager at the UK Met Office, to explore the fascinating intersection of meteorology, aviation, and data innovation. Lisa shares insights into the pivotal role of aircraft, including partnerships with airlines like Loganair, in capturing atmospheric data using advanced water vapor sensors. These sensors enable better weather predictions, contribute to climate modeling, and even hold potential for contr...

    27 min

  2. 11/26/2024

    The Future of Airports: WestJet and Embross on the Rise of Self-Service

    In this insightful episode of the Jump Seat Podcast, host Chris Glass is joined by Liz Baring from Embross and Ryan Potter from WestJet to explore the rapidly evolving world of airport self-service technology. The conversation delves into WestJet’s innovative self-serve bag drop, the transition from manual check-ins to mobile-first solutions, and how technologies like AI and biometrics are shaping the future of air travel. With a focus on improving the customer experience and speeding up ...

    44 min

  3. 10/22/2024

    Ultra Low-Cost Airports: The Abbotsford Model with Parm Sidhu

    In this episode of "The Jump Seat," host Chris Glass takes listeners on location to the Abbotsford Airport, where he sits down with Parm Sidhu, the airport's General Manager. Parm shares his incredible journey from a Zamboni driver to the helm of one of Canada's fastest-growing airports. The conversation delves into the unique aspects of Abbotsford Airport, including its history, growth, and innovative approach to becoming an ultra low-cost airport. Parm discusses the airport’s early days, th...

    34 min

  4. 10/09/2024

    Transforming the Aviation Industry: James Wong on Big Data, Cargo Growth, and Global Markets

    In this episode of the Jump Seat, host Chris Glass sits down with James Wong, Senior Vice President at Menzies, to discuss his fascinating career in aviation. From his early days in the Royal Canadian Air Cadets to pivotal roles at WestJet and his current position leading Menzies' operations in Southeast Asia, James shares valuable insights into the industry. They explore the evolution of big data in aviation, the challenges of managing global operations, and the growing opportu...

    31 min

  5. 08/08/2024

    The Challenges and Triumphs of Building an Airline with Jim Sullivan

    In this episode of the Jump Seat, host Chris Glass sits down with Jim Sullivan, a veteran in the aviation industry with a storied career spanning decades. Jim shares his journey from aspiring airline pilot to holding key leadership roles, including Vice President of Flight Operations at Frontier Airlines and Chief Operating Officer at Lynx Air. Chris and Jim discuss the intricacies of starting and managing airlines, the evolution of the ultra-low-cost carrier model, and the unique challenges ...

    35 min

  6. 08/02/2024

    Revolutionizing In-Flight Experience: A Chat with Satcom Guru Peter Lemme

    In this special episode of "The Jump Seat," host Chris Glass sits down with Peter Lemme, a veteran in the field of aviation technology, live from the AMC conference in Phoenix, Arizona. With a career that began at Boeing in 1981, Peter has been a pivotal figure in the development of Satcom and in-flight connectivity. He shares his fascinating journey from working on automatic flight controls to becoming a thought leader in the Seamless Air Alliance. Peter delves into the early challenges of i...

    33 min

  7. 07/17/2024

    From Fighter Jets to Cargo Flights: Ted McFann’s Story

    What happens when a childhood surrounded by aviation leads to a storied career in both military and commercial flight technology? Meet Ted McFann, our guest who has lived that journey and more. From working on mission computers for fighter jets at the Naval Warfare Center to his long-standing role at FedEx, Ted’s experiences are a goldmine of insight. Listen as he shares his unique perspectives on the evolution of airline maintenance, the impact of technological advancements, and the importan...

    31 min

  8. 06/04/2024

    From Flight Ops to EFBs: Brian Gleason's Aviation Journey

    In this episode of The Jump Seat, Chris Glass sits down with Brian Gleason, an aviation industry veteran with a rich background in operations engineering. Brian shares his journey from his early days at Boeing, through his groundbreaking work on electronic flight bags (EFB) at FedEx, to his current role at Southwest Airlines. They discuss the differences between cargo and passenger airline operations, the evolution of EFB technology, and the future of real-time data integration in aviation. B...

    28 min
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    Hop on the JumpSeat podcast with FLYHT as we talk to aviation leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators as they make their airline operations safer, more profitable, and friendlier for passengers and the environment alike. Come along for the ride as we discuss how game-changing technology such as Big Data, AI, and 5G impact how airlines deal with their ever-changing and challenging business.

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    • Creator
      FLYHT
    • Years Active
      2022 - 2025
    • Episodes
      22
    • Rating
      Clean
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      © 2025 FLYTH's JumpSeat Podcast
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