Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this two-part series, co-hosts Jack Schonely and Jon Gray sit down with Andrew Nicoletti, a sergeant and pilot from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. Get ready for an engaging conversation as we explore Andrew's unique journey into aviation, from his early experiences to his operational responsibilities in a busy county.Andrew discusses the intricacies of the Huntsman mission, particularly the challenges and nuance...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this two-part series, co-hosts Jack Schonely and Jon Gray sit down with Andrew Nicoletti, a sergeant and pilot from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. Get ready for an engaging conversation as we explore Andrew's unique journey into aviation, from his early experiences to his operational responsibilities in a busy county. Andrew discusses the intricacies of the Huntsman mission, particularly the challenges and nuanc...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS! This is a special two-part series Hangar Z co-hosts Jack Schonely and Jon Gray recorded with Virginia State Police pilots Jeff Bush and Brian Canada. This conversation highlights their heroic rescue mission that successfully saved 54 individuals from a hospital engulfed by floodwaters during Hurricane Helene.Hurricane Helene impacted the entire southeastern portion of the United States. In this series, we talk ab...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS! This is a special two-part series Hangar Z co-hosts Jack Schonely and Jon Gray recorded with Virginia State Police pilots Jeff Bush and Brian Canada. This conversation highlights their heroic rescue mission that successfully saved 54 individuals from a hospital engulfed by floodwaters during Hurricane Helene.Hurricane Helene impacted the entire southeastern portion of the United States. In this series, we talk ab...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS! In this episode of the Hangar Z Podcast, hosts Jack Schonely and Jon Gray sit down with Lt Steve Farris from the Seminole County Sheriff's Office Aviation Section. Lt Farris shares his unique journey, tracing his early interest in law enforcement and aviation, alongside his family history that shaped his career path. Lt Farris discusses his progression from patrol officer to helicopter pilot and eventually earnin...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS! In this episode of the Hangar Z Podcast, hosts Jack Schonely and Jon Gray sit down with Lt Steve Farris from the Seminole County Sheriff's Office Aviation Section. Lt Farris shares his unique journey, tracing his early interest in law enforcement and aviation, alongside his family history that shaped his career path. Lt Farris discusses his progression from patrol officer to helicopter pilot and eventually earnin...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS! In this engaging two-part series of the Hangar Z Podcast, Tony Webber and Jon Gray welcome Dale Head, a seasoned expert in aerial firefighting. With a rich background in both the fire service and aviation, Dale shares his journey and insights into the high-stakes world of aerial firefighting.The conversation kicks off with Dale’s experiences in the field, highlighting the vital role of air attack in initial fire responses ...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS! In this engaging two-part series of the Hangar Z Podcast, Tony Webber and Jon Gray welcome Dale Head, a seasoned expert in aerial firefighting. With a rich background in both the fire service and aviation, Dale shares his journey and insights into the high-stakes world of aerial firefighting.The conversation kicks off with Dale’s experiences in the field, highlighting the vital role of air attack in initial fire responses ...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS! In this landmark two-part series celebrating our 200th episode, hosts Jack Schonely and Jon Gray have the honor of welcoming Kevin Means, a legendary figure in law enforcement aviation, and the familiar voice you hear at the beginning of every episode of The Hangar Z Podcast. This special series dives deep into Kevin's unforgettable, “Don't go over that fence,”incident, illuminating its significant impact on pu...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS! In this landmark two-part series celebrating our 200th episode, hosts Jack Schonely and Jon Gray have the honor of welcoming Kevin Means, a legendary figure in law enforcement aviation, and the familiar voice you hear at the beginning of every episode of The Hangar Z Podcast. This special series dives deep into Kevin's unforgettable, “Don't go over that fence,”incident, illuminating its significant impact on pu...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!This episode was recorded on location in Washington, D.C., from the D.C. Metro Police aviation hangar, as part of The Hangar Z Vertical Valor Blades of Valor Tour. The road tour included visits to some of North America’s public safety aviation units, showcasing some of the heroes who exemplify courage, dedication, and selflessness in the line of duty every day. Jack Schonley, Brent Bundy from Vertical Valor magazi...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!This episode was recorded on location in Washington, D.C., from the D.C. Metro Police aviation hangar, as part of The Hangar Z Vertical Valor Blades of Valor Tour. The road tour included visits to some of North America’s public safety aviation units, showcasing some of the heroes who exemplify courage, dedication, and selflessness in the line of duty every day. Jack Schonley, Brent Bundy from Vertical Valor magazi...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this episode of The Hangar Z Podcast, Vertical Valor’s Scott Dworkin and Jon Gray visit the Kern County Sheriff's Department Aviation Unit at their hangar in Bakersfield, California. While there, we witnessed the operation of their impressive aviation program. During the podcast, we discuss the evolution of their aviation program, the aircraft they fly, the missions they support, and the challenges they face in oper...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this episode of The Hangar Z Podcast, Vertical Valor’s Scott Dworkin and Jon Gray visit the Kern County Sheriff's Department Aviation Unit at their hangar in Bakersfield, California. While there, we witnessed the operation of their impressive aviation program. During the podcast, we discuss the evolution of their aviation program, the aircraft they fly, the missions they support, and the challenges they face in oper...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this two part panel style conversation, Jack Schonely and Jon Gray bring you a unique conversation featuring a Canadian panel of public safety aviation experts. Together, they share their diverse backgrounds and experiences, shedding light on the vital roles they play within the public safety aviation community.Our discussion revolves around the importance of training and skill development, particularly for tactical flig...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this two part panel style conversation, Jack Schonely and Jon Gray bring you a unique conversation featuring a Canadian panel of public safety aviation experts. Together, they share their diverse backgrounds and experiences, shedding light on the vital roles they play within the public safety aviation community.Our discussion revolves around the importance of training and skill development, particularly for tactical flig...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this two-part series, Jack Schonely, Tony Webber and Jon Gray sit back down for a full-length interview with L.A. County Fire Pilot and 2024 HAI Pilot of the Year award recipient Mike Sagely.We cover a wide range of topics, from the profound impact a career in aviation can have on family life and mental health to the importance of mentorship and preparation for success.Join us as Mike shares his journey from serving as a...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this two-part series, Jack Schonely, Tony Webber and Jon Gray sit back down for a full-length interview with L.A. County Fire Pilot and 2024 HAI Pilot of the Year award recipient Mike Sagely.We cover a wide range of topics, from the profound impact a career in aviation can have on family life and mental health to the importance of mentorship and preparation for success.Join us as Mike shares his journey from serving as a...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!This two-part series was recorded at the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department hangar at San Bernardino International Airport in California.The conversation unfolds as we talk about their recent acquisition of the new Bell 412 EPX helicopter.Our guests, Sgt Jon Anderson, Deputy Doug Brimmer, and recently retired Lt now Reserve Deputy Pilot Danny Futscher, share their rich backgrounds in law enforcement and aviation, dr...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!This two-part series was recorded at the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department hangar at San Bernardino International Airport in California.The conversation unfolds as we talk about their recent acquisition of the new Bell 412 EPX helicopter.Our guests, Sgt Jon Anderson, Deputy Doug Brimmer, and recently retired Lt now Reserve Deputy Pilot Danny Futscher, share their rich backgrounds in law enforcement and aviation, dr...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!This episode was recorded on location in Nashville from the Nashville Metro Police aviation hangar, as part of The Hangar Z Vertical Valor Blades of Valor Tour. The road tour included visits to some of North America’s top public safety aviation units, showcasing heroes who exemplify courage, dedication and selflessness in the line of duty every day. Jack Schoney, Brent Bundy from Vertical Valor Magazine and Jon Gray we...

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!This episode was recorded on location in Nashville from the Nashville Metro Police aviation hangar, as part of The Hangar Z Vertical Valor Blades of Valor Tour. The road tour included visits to some of North America’s top public safety aviation units, showcasing heroes who exemplify courage, dedication and selflessness in the line of duty every day. Jack Schoney, Brent Bundy from Vertical Valor Magazine and Jon Gray we...

Welcome to the Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!We are excited to bring an exciting and insightful two-part series on The Hangar Z Podcast as we explore the with Lieutenant Patrick Lawrence and Sergeant Nick Olivo.Lieutenant Patrick Lawrence is a distinguished aviation professional with a rich background in both military and civilian aviation. Lt. Lawrence holds a bachelor of science in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and has completed ...

Welcome to the Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!We are excited to bring an exciting and insightful two-part series on The Hangar Z Podcast as we explore the with Lieutenant Patrick Lawrence and Sergeant Nick Olivo.Lieutenant Patrick Lawrence is a distinguished aviation professional with a rich background in both military and civilian aviation. Lt. Lawrence holds a bachelor of science in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and has completed ...