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The Helicopter Podcast

Halsey Schider
Aviation
Robinson Helicopter Company
Air Medical Services
Helicopters
Aviation Safety
Helicopter Safety
Helicopter Training
Helicopter Aviation
Helicopter Industry
Flight Training
Aviation Insurance
Airbus
Emergency Medical Services
Hillsboro Heli Academy
Helicopter Operations
Aviation Industry
Robinson Helicopters
Pilot Training
Women In Aviation
Mission Aviation

Welcome to The Helicopter Podcast, with your host Halsey Schider! This podcast is for helicopter pilots, maintainers, and enthusiasts! Whether you've been in the industry for 30 years or are just someone that loves helicopters, this podcast is for you! The podcasts will feature guests from a wide array of industry sectors to have casual conversation, answer questions, give sound advice, and talk s... more

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Welcome to The Helicopter Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!

In this episode, Halsey Schider sits down with longtime friend Joey Buley to compare two aviation careers that started from similar places but ultimately took... more

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In this episode, Halsey Schider welcomes Robinson Helicopter Company CEO David Smith back to the podcast for an update on a period of significant change for t... more

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In this episode, Halsey Schider sits down with Jim O'Neill of Bristow Group, an experienced helicopter rescue paramedic, winchman, and winch operator whose ca... more

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In this episode, Halsey Schider sits down with Chad McIntosh and Bailey Gackstetter of Great Lakes Helicopter and HeliSIX in Ontario, Canada, for a conversati... more

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Recent Guests

Joey Buley
Fixed-wing and air medical pilot, and founder of For The Frontline
For The Frontline
Episode: Episode #199: Lessons From the Fixed-Wing World | Joey Buley
David Smith
CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company
Robinson Helicopter Company
Episode: Episode 198: Why the U.S. Army Chose the R66 for Flight Training | David Smith
Jim O'Neill
Bristow Ireland rescue paramedic, winchman, hoist operator and technical crew instructor
Bristow Ireland Limited
Episode: Episode #197: Beneath the Rescue Helicopter | Jim O'Neill
Chad McIntosh
Owner/operator, Great Lakes Helicopters (Ontario)
Great Lakes Helicopters
Episode: Episode #196: How to Get the Most From Heli Flight School | Chad McIntosh & Bailey Gackstetter
Bailey Gackstetter
Operations/Flight Training lead at Great Lakes Helicopters
Great Lakes Helicopters
Episode: Episode #196: How to Get the Most From Heli Flight School | Chad McIntosh & Bailey Gackstetter
Beau Prine
Former Marine CH-53 crew chief, Marine One crew chief, White House liaison
United States Marine Corps
Episode: Episode #195: Supporting Presidential Helicopter Missions | Beau Prine
CW Lemoine
Author and helicopter pilot with military aviation background
Author, Helicopter Pilot
Episode: Episode #194 - Flying Fighters, Combat Missions & Helicopters | C.W. Lemoine
Ryan Vandehei
Coast Guard helicopter pilot, later civilian aviation professional
United States Coast Guard / Aviation / Mentor and writer
Episode: Episode #193: Behind the Uniform - Coast Guard Aviation & Mental Health | Ryan Vandehei
Michael Puglisi
Underwriter for aviation, with IAT
IAT (insurance underwriter)
Episode: Episode #192: Beyond the Policy - The People Behind Aviation Insurance | Michael & Ryan

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Halsey Schider
Host of The Helicopter Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 182 ratings
  • Maintenance Side

    I just found and enjoy listening to the podcast. I’ve listened to many episodes from this year, so I can’t speak to the past, but can we get more episodes that lean towards the maintenance side of helicopters? Everything I’ve listened to so far tends to make the podcast feel strictly like a pilot’s podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnonymousReviewerToday
    United States5 months ago
  • This podcast makes me feel like flying!

    The interviews and the people are filled with everything I miss about aviation when I’m not flying. Halsey is a top notch host and makes the guests feel welcome to share their stories. I love how he’s serving the industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SLC NM
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    This podcast gets better and better with every episode! Must listen if you’re a helicopter aviator or just interested in helicopters! Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeliSkinner
    United States2 years ago
  • Can’t get enough of this podcast!

    There is no better podcast in the industry! Halsey is an incredible host that takes listeners on an incredible journey with him and his guests. Cannot recommend this podcast more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna Rusinowski
    Canada2 years ago
  • Fabulous show and host

    I only started listening to The Helicopter Podcast a few months ago and needless to

    say, I’m hooked. It’s such a great way to learn more about this very niche industry and get insights into all the cool things pilots get up to. Halsey’s not only an awesome host but is also very responsive and helpful to any one who reaches out to him for advice (basing it on my personal experience). Thank you so much for all your help Halsey and please keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heli pilot17
    United States3 years ago

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Audience values practical, career-focused content and real-world industry insights.
Listener feedback repeats appreciation for host's interviewing style and guest variety.
Some listeners request more maintenance-focused episodes and deeper dives into safety and training topics.
Shows strong credibility through guest expertise and sponsor integrations.

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Episode #199: Lessons From the Fixed-Wing World | Joey Buley
Q: What would restrict you from accepting a flight in an airplane?
Buley says flights may be limited by weather below minimums, thunderstorms, supercooled large droplets, and freezing rain. Ice accumulating behind the aircraft's boots can make them ineffective, and pilots should make decisions according to their experience and comfort level.
Episode #199: Lessons From the Fixed-Wing World | Joey Buley
Q: In your experience, what's made an effective two-pilot crew? I'm sure you've had good experiences. Have you ever had an experience that was really bad, and why was it bad?
Buley describes an 80-10-10 rule for crew compatibility and says his worst crew experiences were more common at the airlines. He emphasizes that first officers should speak up when a captain's actions seem unsafe, since their certificates are equally at stake.
Episode #197: Beneath the Rescue Helicopter | Jim O'Neill
Q: What happens next?
The crew assessed the vessel and formed a plan. O'Neill was lowered onto the deck, used a highline to manage the hoist swing, and sent the 14 people up in pairs while bracing himself against a cable.
Episode #197: Beneath the Rescue Helicopter | Jim O'Neill
Q: How did you end up making that transition from the infantry into the Air Corps and helicopter rescue?
After six years in the infantry, O'Neill met an Irish Air Corps winchman through scuba diving and went along to see helicopter rescue firsthand. He applied for a winchman course in 1994 and qualified that year.
Episode 198: Why the U.S. Army Chose the R66 for Flight Training | David Smith
Q: What do you tell your civilian clients on why this is actually maybe a good thing for them in the long term delivery schedule for not just the 66 now, but for the future?
Smith says sustained government demand could encourage Rolls-Royce to invest in the RR300 supply chain, supporting higher R66 production and potentially shorter delivery times for civilian customers, though he cautions that near-term supply challenges remain.

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

A long-running deep-dive into rotorcraft with a focus on maintenance networks, operator strategy, training, safety culture, and the evolving role of technology in the industry. Across recent episodes, listeners hear from maintenance entrepreneurs, fleet operators, pilots, and safety experts about building services, expanding cross-border operations, digital training, unmanned rotorcraft, and the changing regulatory landscape. Notable threads include community-focused workforce development, the shift toward data-driven safety and simulation, and the blend of practical hands-on flying with entrepreneurial and leadership insights. The show often features sponsor conversations and real-world case studies, making it a valuable resource for opera... more

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1. Joey Buley
2. David Smith
3. Jim O'Neill
4. Chad McIntosh
5. Bailey Gackstetter
6. Beau Prine
7. CW Lemoine
8. Ryan Vandehei

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