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

This episode was recorded on location in Cologne, Germany, at European Rotors.

In this episode, Jason Quinn, host of The Real ResQ Podcast, and Jon Gray, sit down with John Boag, the Group CEO of Avincis.

Avincis is Europe’s largest operator of emergency aerial services, specializing in aerial emergency medical services, search-and-rescue operations, and firefighting missions. 

With a skilled team of over 2,400 professionals and a fleet of more than 200 aircraft, Avincis conducts operations across several European countries as well as in Chile and Mozambique.

During our conversation, Boag recounts the milestones that ignited his passion for aviation at a young age and how he transitioned from pilot to executive. We’ll explore his philosophy as a "disruptive leader" and explore the innovative path Avincis is taking with new technology in emergency services.

We discuss the evolution of aviation technology, the importance of mentorship, the challenges of recruitment and retention in the industry, and the growing threat of wildfires.

But the story doesn't end here. Read the full company profile on our website to discover how this European helicopter giant delivers lifesaving services.

Thank you to our sponsors Airbus, Precision Aviation Group and Robinson Helicopter.