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The Hangar Z Podcast

Jon Gray
Public Safety Aviation
Law Enforcement
Aviation
Leadership
Search and Rescue
Mentorship
Public Safety
Mental Health
Aerial Firefighting
Networking
Training
Emergency Response
Tactical Flight Officers
Air Support Unit
Drones
Aviation Safety
Aviation Training
Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Search and Rescue Operations
Aviation Technology

A podcast where we explore the personnel and equipment behind the missions in Public Safety Aviation.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes400Founded6 years ago
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AviationHealth & FitnessLeisureMental Health

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Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus.

Today we're bringing you a very special episode, as we welcome two guests who have been behind the scenes throughout our law enforcement careers —... more

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Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus.

This episode was recorded on location at the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department’s (SBCSD’s) hangar, immediately following their 2026 train... more

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Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus.

We're coming to you from the show floor at ECHO 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where we're joined by Kenny Hall and Cody Klaehn from Dallas A... more

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Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus.

We're coming to you from the show floor at ECHO 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where we're joined by Kenny Hall and Cody Klaehn from Dallas A... more

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Recent Guests

Kenny Hall
Dallas Avionics representative and public safety aviation industry partner.
Dallas Avionics
Episode: Supporting Law Enforcement Beyond the Sale: Dallas Avionics part 2 | Ep 394
Cody Klaehn
Dallas Avionics representative who provides law enforcement radio training.
Dallas Avionics
Episode: Supporting Law Enforcement Beyond the Sale: Dallas Avionics part 2 | Ep 394
Ryan Harbison
CEO and President
Helicopters Incorporated
Episode: Public Safety's Next Chapter: Workforce Evolution in Modern Policing, part 2 | Ep 392
Roe Conn
Chief of Strategic Initiatives
Cook County Sheriff's Office
Episode: Public Safety's Next Chapter: Workforce Evolution in Modern Policing, part 2 | Ep 392
Brandon Gillespie
Chief of Police, Modesto Police Department
Modesto Police Department
Episode: Chief Gillespie: How leadership and aviation helped reduce crime | Ep 390
Terry Miyauchi
Industry veteran with Bell and public safety leadership background
Bell, Arizona DPS
Episode: Beyond the mission: The strategy behind justifying your air support program part 1 | Ep 388
Wade Bourassa
Sergeant overseeing air support in Saskatoon Police Service
Saskatoon Police Service
Episode: Beyond the mission: The strategy behind justifying your air support program part 1 | Ep 388
Kyle Fields
Integrated Marketing Manager for commercial side at Bell
Bell
Episode: Beyond the mission: The strategy behind justifying your air support program part 1 | Ep 388
Jeff Whitmarsh
Delaware State Police Aviation Section Commander
Delaware State Police Aviation Section
Episode: Elevate and Connect: Creating impact past the call part 2 | Ep 387

Hosts

Jack Shanley
Host of The Hangar Z Podcast
John Gray
Host of The Hangar Z Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Like minded Aviators

    A great podcast coving most all of the public safety side of helicopter aviation. Guys with civilian, law enforcement, and military backgrounds that are still active in the industry. Good conversations that should make you think about how you are operating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lifeteam pilot
    United States2 years ago
  • So much great information in every episode! Jon, Jeff, Jack and all the hosts and guests provide unique and incredibly informative insights... a must listen!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Rotor Monkey Photo
    2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    I have all ways wanted to be a black Hawk helicopter pilot for the military but now I know different jobs I can do as a helicopter pilot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    foxy123511
    United States3 years ago
  • Legends!!

    Top notch content with phenomenal guests! 😉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rippersub
    Canada3 years ago
  • Good

    Good, it no horse doodoo like other podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mtnbeast11
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Strong guest line-up and engaging hosts.
Accessible storytelling for professionals and enthusiasts.
Good coverage of safety and training topics in public safety aviation.
Aviation-focused with practical, real-world lessons.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#64
United States/Leisure/Aviation
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#57
Canada/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#31
France/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#34
Italy/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#77
Australia/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#141
Germany/Leisure/Aviation

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Supporting Law Enforcement Beyond the Sale: Dallas Avionics part 2 | Ep 394
Q: Is there something consistent that jumps out at you, where you get a lot of calls about a certain thing that you can just say, well, do this?
Hall says apparent radio failures can stem from corrupted or incompatible code plugs. He recommends contacting knowledgeable radio staff or Dallas Avionics before removing and returning equipment, since issues can sometimes be fixed by correcting programming.
Supporting Law Enforcement Beyond the Sale: Dallas Avionics part 2 | Ep 394
Q: For kind of a thumbnail piece here for our conversation, what can folks do to get more intimately aware and familiar with their radiohead?
Klaehn recommends learning the radio through hands-on practice and training. He highlights simulcast and crossband patching as useful capabilities, and offers practical instruction based on users' problems.
Supporting Law Enforcement Beyond the Sale: Dallas Avionics part 1 | Ep 393
Q: For the folks who haven't heard that, give us a kind of an overview of who you are and what your background is like and how you wound up where you're at.
Klaehn describes serving about 25 years with the Texas Department of Public Safety, including highway patrol, investigations, narcotics, SWAT, training, and aviation. He became a training lieutenant for special mission work before joining Dallas Avionics.
Supporting Law Enforcement Beyond the Sale: Dallas Avionics part 1 | Ep 393
Q: Kenny, you're the elusive one, so we're going to start with you. Talk about your background. How did you end up here? And you can go back as far as you want. To what led you to where you are at today with Dallas Avionics?
Hall explains that he began at Premier Aviation in 1991, sweeping floors before working in parts and procurement. He later joined Dallas Avionics, moved into outside sales, and says relationships and customer support are central to the business.
Public Safety's Next Chapter: Workforce Evolution in Modern Policing, part 2 | Ep 392
Q: Jeff, any insight there?
The discussion highlights how California and Tennessee experiences inform cost considerations and how private-public models can unlock value through more predictable total compensation and lower governmental overhead.

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What is The Hangar Z Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show concentrates on the people and equipment behind public safety aviation, from frontline pilots and tactical flight officers to maintenance, training, and interagency operations. Guests range from seasoned law enforcement aviators to industry leaders and PR experts, with episodes centered on safety culture, mission effectiveness, hoist training, drone integration, and leadership strategies. Sponsorships and real-world case studies appear regularly, highlighting practical lessons, collaboration across agencies, and the human factors shaping safe, effective aerial operations. This mix makes it a valuable listen for aviation professionals, program managers, and anyone curious about how public safety fleets are built, operated, and evolv... more

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2. Cody Klaehn
3. Ryan Harbison
4. Roe Conn
5. Brandon Gillespie
6. Terry Miyauchi
7. Wade Bourassa
8. Kyle Fields

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