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The Vertical MRO Podcast

Vertical HeliCASTS
Helicopter Maintenance
Aviation Industry
Helicopter Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul
Aviation
Public Safety Aviation
Mentorship
Helicopter Industry
Aviation Maintenance
MRO
Helicopter Expo
Fishing
K9 Torque
Aviation Safety
Aviation Technicians
Networking
Aircraft Maintenance
Technology In Aviation
PTSD
Vietnam War
Aerospace

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 Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Vertical Magazine.

In this two-part Vertical MRO Podcast series, hosts Jon Gray and Faith Ortega have an engaging conversation with Dale Neubauer, an airf... more

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

The Vertical MRO Podcast recorded this special episode live from the Vertical Valor booth at APSCON, the Airborne Public Safety Associa... more

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

In this special recap episode of the Vertical MRO Podcast, hosts Jon Gray and Howie Murray, along with producer David Kreutzkamp, take ... more

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Welcome to another episode of Vertical MRO Tech Talk presented by Bell.

In this special episode of Bell Tech Talk, Mark Dube and Tim Doucet sit down with our host Jon Gray to explore the critical role of health and usage monitoring systems (HUMS) in... more

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Matt Pagano
Maintainer for the Riverside Police Department Air Support Unit and winner of the 2025 Airborne Public Safety Aviation Technical Specialist Award.
Riverside Police Department
Episode: Episode 72: Honoring Matt Pagano: APSA’s 2025 Technical Specialist Award winner
Mark Dube
Product Support Engineering Manager at Bell, leading the product support engineering team.
Bell
Episode: Vertical MRO Tech Talk by Bell – Episode 7: HUMS & the Future of Helicopter Safety
Zina Hullings
Management Analyst at the Ontario Police Department Air Support Unit
Ontario Police Department Air Support Unit
Episode: Episode 69: Celebrating Excellence: Zina Hullings and the Blades of Valor Award - Part I
Eric Weidner
Former Ontario Police Department Air Support Unit Commander
Ontario Police Department
Episode: Episode 69: Celebrating Excellence: Zina Hullings and the Blades of Valor Award - Part I
Adam Garcia
Helicopter maintenance professional whose career spans nearly five decades, with roles in military and public safety aviation.
Episode: Episode 68: Adam Garcia on 50 Years in Aviation, from the 160th to SAPD’s EAGLE Unit – Part II
James Simmons
Founder of Avolatus and seasoned aviation professional
Avolatus
Episode: Episode 63: Blackhawk Crew Chief to Industry Leader — James Simmons’ Journey in Helicopter MRO Part I
Milton Geltz
Managing Director of Metro Aviation with over 50 years of experience in the aviation industry.
Metro Aviation
Episode: Bonus Episode! Milton Geltz, Managing Director of Metro Aviation, on 50 Years of Aviation Excellence
Romain Trapp
Executive Vice President, Customer Support and Services at Airbus
Airbus
Episode: Episode 60: How Airbus Supports 12,000+ Helicopters – Romain Trapp on Innovation & Trust
James Helkey
Director of Maintenance and Completions at Leonardo Helicopters
Leonardo Helicopters
Episode: Episode 56: Leonardo Helicopters: Insights from the Director of Maintenance, James Helkey Part II

Host

Jon Gray
Host and aviation professional with in-depth knowledge in helicopter maintenance and industry leadership.

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Apple Podcasts
#194
United States/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#51
Canada/Leisure/Aviation
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#173
United Kingdom/Leisure/Aviation
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#31
Australia/Leisure/Aviation
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#43
Italy/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#157
Germany/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#165
France/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#39
Singapore/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#41
Mexico/Leisure/Aviation
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#41
Russia/Leisure/Aviation
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#44
Chile/Leisure/Aviation
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#52
Colombia/Leisure/Aviation
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#82
Spain/Leisure/Aviation
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#91
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#96
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Talking Points

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Episode 64: Blackhawk Crew Chief to Industry Leader — James Simmons’ Journey in Helicopter MRO Part II
Q: Do you have any advice for maintainers who are getting out of the military and getting into civilian life?
Transitioning military maintainers should prioritize obtaining their AMPs and be adaptable to industry demands.
Episode 63: Blackhawk Crew Chief to Industry Leader — James Simmons’ Journey in Helicopter MRO Part I
Q: Can you describe an impactful mission during your service that shaped your view on aviation maintenance?
During a Blackhawk crash rescue mission, I realized the importance of maintenance and the impact it has on life-saving situations, leading to a deeper commitment to my craft.
Episode 63: Blackhawk Crew Chief to Industry Leader — James Simmons’ Journey in Helicopter MRO Part I
Q: How did your military background influence your approach to maintenance in the civilian aviation industry?
Transitioning from military to civilian aviation presented unique challenges which shaped my understanding of maintenance's role in supporting operational mission requirements.
Episode 56: Leonardo Helicopters: Insights from the Director of Maintenance, James Helkey Part II
Q: How do we as an industry do a better job of making sure those folks that are actively in the military know that these positions are potentially available for them after they're done with their military career?
We try to do that by joining programs like SkillBridge and reaching out to local military bases to inform young service members about opportunities available after their service.
Episode 59: Seth Hardage on Blade Safety, Dragon Skin, and the Future of Rotorcraft Maintenance
Q: What do you see as the most affected industry by corrosion and erosion?
Seth mentions that the agricultural and firefighting industries are impacted the most, along with military operations.

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The content revolves around helicopter maintenance, repair, and operations within the aviation sector. Frequent discussions focus on innovative technologies such as Health Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS) and their significant contributions to safety and efficiency in helicopter operations. The episodes highlight the experiences of experts from various backgrounds, who provide insights into the collaborative nature of the industry, emphasizing the importance of education and workforce development in overcoming challenges such as staffing shortages. Unique to this podcast is its commitment to celebrating individual contributions and achievements, particularly through awards like the Blades of Valor Award, which recognizes exemplary service in... more

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1. Matt Pagano
2. Mark Dube
3. Zina Hullings
4. Eric Weidner
5. Adam Garcia
6. James Simmons
7. Milton Geltz
8. Romain Trapp

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