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The Vertical MRO Podcast

Vertical HeliCASTS
Helicopter Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance
Mentorship
Vertical MRO Conference
Aviation
Aviation Safety
Aviation Industry
Leadership
Public Safety Aviation
Bell Aircraft
Technology In Aviation
Bell 407
Bell Helicopter
Aircraft Safety
Predictive Maintenance
Aircraft Maintenance
Helicopter Industry
HUMS Technology
Technical Publications
MRO Community

Welcome to the Vertical MRO Podcast, where we explore the fascinating world of helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul. Our episodes feature MRO experts who share invaluable tribal knowledge and stories that are sure to inspire current and aspiring industry maintainers.

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Welcome to the Vertical MRO Podcast, brought to you by HeliCASTS and in partnership with Vertical Plus.

In this episode of Vertical MRO, recorded live as part of the Blades of Valor 2026 tour, hosts Jon and Jack sit down with Jerry Zsigo, aircraft m... more

The Vertical MRO Podcast continues its special Flying Bulls conversation with Anthony Hill and Werner Horvath from the Red Bull Flying Bulls.

Following Vertical MRO’s milestone 100th episode, hosts Jon Gray and Faith Ortega reconnect for part II wit... more

The Vertical MRO Podcast welcomes Anthony Hill and Werner Horvath from the Red Bull Flying Bulls.

To celebrate episode 100 we recorded remotely with the Red Bull Flying Bulls maintenance team, they were on the floor of Hangar 7 in Salzburg, Austria,... more

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Welcome to the Vertical MRO Podcast, brought to you by HeliCASTS and in partnership with Vertical Plus.

In this episode of Vertical MRO, hosts Jack and Jon sit down with Thomas Edison, director of maintenance for the Broward Sheriff’s Office Aviatio... more

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Jerry Zsigo
Aircraft maintenance technician for Miami Dade Air Rescue
Miami Dade Fire Rescue
Episode: Episode 102: Maintaining Miami Dade Air Rescue - Corrosion & Humidity | Blades of Valor
Jack Shanley
Commander at a public safety aviation unit
Miami Dade Fire Rescue
Episode: Episode 102: Maintaining Miami Dade Air Rescue - Corrosion & Humidity | Blades of Valor
Anthony Hill
Maintenance leader from the Red Bull Flying Bulls
Red Bull Flying Bulls
Episode: Episode 101: Red Bull Gives You Wings. Maintainers Keep Them Flying | Flying Bulls - Part II
Werner Horvath
Senior maintenance/engineering leader from the Red Bull Flying Bulls
Red Bull Flying Bulls
Episode: Episode 101: Red Bull Gives You Wings. Maintainers Keep Them Flying | Flying Bulls - Part II
Thomas Edison
Director of Maintenance at Broward Sheriff's Office
Broward County Sheriff's Office
Episode: Episode 99: Broward Sheriff’s Aviation Maintenance: Troubleshooting & Workforce - Blades of Valor Tour
John Ross
Logistics Supervisor at Eagle Copters with a focus on supply chain and customs
Eagle Copters
Episode: Episode 98: Cross Border Shipping Panel Conversation at Kelowna MRO Conference
Marc Leduc
MRO and parts sales manager, VIH Aerospace
VIH Aerospace
Episode: Episode 93: Issues Facing MRO Suppliers Panel Conversation at Kelowna MRO Conference
Jasen Gerein
AMus with Heli-Welders Canada and Napa Valley Helicopters
Heli-Welders Canada; Napa Valley Helicopters
Episode: Episode 93: Issues Facing MRO Suppliers Panel Conversation at Kelowna MRO Conference
Ketan Desai
Chief Sales and Marketing Officer
Precision Aviation Group
Episode: Episode 93: Issues Facing MRO Suppliers Panel Conversation at Kelowna MRO Conference

Hosts

Jon Gray
Host with multiple affiliations including Vertical HeliCASTS and Vertical MRO-related programs; frequently referenced across episodes.
Ronnie Ries
Co-host/host with emphasis on MRO practices and conference panels; appears across multiple episodes.
David
Co-host and producer with a focus on technical and operational topics in rotorcraft MRO.

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Apple Podcasts
#88
United States/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#91
Canada/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#183
United Kingdom/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#13
Australia/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#70
France/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#151
Germany/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#5
Poland/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#20
Singapore/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#31
Netherlands/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#45
South Korea/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#45
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Apple Podcasts
#45
United Arab Emirates/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#77
India/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#182
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Episode 99: Broward Sheriff’s Aviation Maintenance: Troubleshooting & Workforce - Blades of Valor Tour
Q: What role did technology play in modernizing maintenance practices?
Technology like GPMS and remote diagnostics changed how we monitor, predict, and plan maintenance, allowing us to catch issues early and reduce AOG situations while also presenting new challenges in data management and interface complexity.
Episode 99: Broward Sheriff’s Aviation Maintenance: Troubleshooting & Workforce - Blades of Valor Tour
Q: How did your early interest in aviation shape your career path?
A combination of curiosity about how things work, hands-on high school lab work, and later college programs built a foundation that drew me into rotorcraft maintenance, where I found a passion for the systems that keep aircraft safe and reliable.
Episode 84: Solving Hangar Connectivity: Inside KonectaUSA’s MRO Tech Solutions
Q: What unique projects have you worked on that showcase your technology?
Dave spoke about an innovative project involving a single Iridium antenna on a manhole cover that communicates data from sensors in sewer systems, significantly reducing the number of antennas needed.
Episode 84: Solving Hangar Connectivity: Inside KonectaUSA’s MRO Tech Solutions
Q: How did you come to develop GPS technology for Alzheimer's patients?
Brad shared that they developed a GPS system for Alzheimer's patients to help locate them when they go missing, which involved a bracelet that could ping their location remotely.
Episode 82: From Wrenches to Wisdom — Terrence Eissfeldt on Mentorship & Modern Maintenance - Part II
Q: What are some major challenges in the helicopter maintenance industry today?
Staffing shortages, particularly of experienced personnel, and the challenge of adapting to AI technology and managing parts supply chains due to geopolitical issues.

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

The show centers on rotorcraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul, with a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on knowledge sharing from maintenance and operations professionals. Episodes frequently explore cross-disciplinary collaboration between pilots, technicians, and engineers, the evolving role of avionics and mission systems, data-driven maintenance strategies, and leadership and safety in high-risk environments. A standout trait is the consistent focus on mentorship, workforce development, and building reliable partner ecosystems among operators, suppliers, and maintenance teams. This mix of technical depth, industry insights, and real-world storytelling makes it valuable for shop leaders, technicians, and aviation managers seeking ac... more

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Recent guests on The Vertical MRO Podcast include:

1. Jerry Zsigo
2. Jack Shanley
3. Anthony Hill
4. Werner Horvath
5. Thomas Edison
6. John Ross
7. Marc Leduc
8. Jasen Gerein

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