In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked aspects of safety in both aviation and life with Tim Wade, the Director of Environmental, Health, and Safety at Flexjet. Tim shares his insights on the hidden dangers in aviation that can often be missed, and why psychological safety in the workplace is just as critical as physical safety. With a career in aviation dating back to 2007, starting with the Army and working on Apache helicopters, Tim knows the importance of maintaining awareness and fostering a culture of safety.

Tim also talks about the power of the mind and its ripple effect, and how these principles apply both in high-stakes aviation and in our daily work lives. Along the way, he shares some of the personal joys of life, including his love for camping with his family, and how his family’s camper has been a source of unforgettable memories.

Join us live for an eye-opening conversation about how we can all "up level" our awareness of safety—whether it’s in the cockpit, in the office, or in our own minds.

Guest Spotlight:

Name: Tim Wade

Bio: Tim Wade is the Director of Environmental, Health, and Safety at Flexjet. He has been in aviation since 2007, initially working on Apache helicopters with the Army. Tim is passionate about creating a safety culture in aviation and beyond, advocating for awareness of hidden dangers that can easily be overlooked. He’s a father of three amazing daughters and loves spending time camping and traveling with his family in their camper.

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Episode Highlights (Optional - with Timestamps):

[00:00:00] Introduction to Tim Wade’s background in aviation

[05:00] The hidden dangers in aviation that are often overlooked

[10:00] Why psychological safety is as important as physical safety in the workplace

[15:00] The power of mindset and its ripple effect on safety culture

[20:00] Lessons from Tim's family camping trips and how they tie into safety awareness

[25:00] Creating a safety-first culture in high-risk industries

[30:00] How small changes in awareness can have huge impacts on personal and professional safety

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