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Mark Korin, the founder of Alpha Systems AOA, shares his journey of creating angle of attack indicators for aviation. He started in the medical field as an engineer and worked on life-saving products. After a near-death experience with COVID-19, he felt a calling to do something good with his skills and focused on angle of attack indicators. Mark emphasizes the importance of angle of attack in flying and how it can help pilots become better and safer. He has installed his systems in various types of aircraft and is dedicated to helping pilots fly better. In this conversation, Mark Korin, the founder of Angle of Attack, shares his near-death experience and how it transformed his perspective on life and his passion for aviation. He discusses the importance of faith, caring for others, and the power of prayer. Mark also explains the concept of angle of attack and its relevance in aviation, using analogies and personal anecdotes to make it relatable. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity and continuous learning in his journey as an entrepreneur and inventor. The conversation concludes with a discussion on Mark's upcoming book and the impact of COVID-19 on people's lives and connections.

Mark Korin is the passionate and driven owner and CEO of Alpha Systems AOA. The Alpha Systems AOA, angle of attack system is a product that Mark has refined over the past 26 years. Mark’s long time love of flying, building and aviation is what led him to design all of the innovative angle of attack systems for general aviation community. He has flown ultralights, a VFR pilot and working on an IFR rating. Aside from his love of flying, and work, he does make time for another one of his favorite hobbies, inventing and making ideas into products. He is also the Chair SD31 and is very active in the local, state and national politics.



Takeaways



Angle of attack indicators are crucial for aviation safety and can help pilots become better and safer.

Mark's journey from the medical field to aviation was driven by a desire to do something good with his skills.

He has installed angle of attack systems in various types of aircraft, from cubs to jets.

Mark's near-death experience with COVID-19 reinforced his belief in the importance of his work and his dedication to saving lives. A near-death experience can profoundly change a person's perspective on life and their priorities.

Faith and prayer can provide comfort and guidance during difficult times.

Caring for others and showing compassion is essential in any profession, including medicine and aviation.

Angle of attack is a crucial concept in aviation, and understanding it can improve flight safety and performance.

Curiosity and continuous learning are key traits for entrepreneurs and inventors.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on people's lives and connections, highlighting the importance of human connection and resilience.



Sound Bites



"If you can do something good with your talents, it's the best thing I could ever do personally"

"Angle of attack is not just about the stall"

"That's something out there I see a lot of times online that's a debate and I don't know why that's a debate. It isn't a debate."

"Your airspeed indicator is that tachometer because it's kind of, as long as you know..."

"This experience has just really made me very humble and very caring about people."



Chapters



00:00 Introduction and Background

02:17 Choosing Alpha Systems AOA

06:59 The Importance of Angle of Attack

09:17 Understanding Angle of Attack

13:08 The Range of Angle of Attack

27:37 The Missing Piece in Flying

29:29 Debunking the Debate: Angle of Attack

35:41 The Power of Caring for Others

39:14 Curiosity and Continuous Learning

43:33 Understanding Angle of Attack in Aviation

45:01 Applying Angle of Attack in Real-Life Situations

54:41 The Impact of COVID-19 on Lives and Connections



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25:05 Closing Thoughts and Looking Forward



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