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This week we have the privilege of interviewing one of our own, Chris Fernando!  Join us this week as we discuss:

-Recent aviation news,
-Chris and Basil’s recent trip to Ohio,
-How Chris’s family background in aviation influenced his interest in the aviation world,
-A few reasons he decided not to be a pilot,
-What it was like for him to move to America,
-Where Chris went to school,
-Some of his jobs after school,
-A personal circumstance that made him feel like he needed a reset,
-The difficulties Chris faced with immigration,
-Some big projects Chris has led,
-and our favorite Christmas albums!

Until next time, keep it on the centerline!

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Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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This episode we have the priveledge of interviewing Dawn Zoldi, the CEO of P3 Tech Consulting. In this episode we discuss:

-how Dawn got into the aviation industry,
-her time in the Air Force and what it’s like to be a JAG (Judge Advocate General Core), 
-how she started her own company, P3 Tech, and what it’s all about,
-how she tracks metrics of disparity when it comes to race and gender within the aviation world,
-a co-located event coming up at AUVSI Xponential as well as her own personal discount code,
-her own podcast: Dawn of Drones,
-her work for Forbes,
-the colleges she teaches at,
-her advice for women and the next generation entering into the aviation industry,
-the book she just finished,
-and the TV shows we’re watching these days!

Until next time, keep it on the centerline

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Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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Join us this week as we interview Greg Dyer, Aviation and Airspace Services Director at Jviation.  We discuss:

-current news such as the war in Ukraine and drone usage there, 
-the market shortage of pilots,
-national women’s day,
-how Greg decided to enter the aviation industry,
-his career at the FAA and now at Jviation,
-how Greg and Chris met,
-how his FAA experience has helped shape his view of the industry, how it’s run, and how he interacts with his clients,
-the importance of flexibility and diversity in thought in the aviation industry,
-his wildest moment as an air traffic controller,
-his hobbies outside of aviation,
-the importance of encouraging people to do what they are passionate about,
-and who would play us if a movie was being made about us!

Until next time, keep it on the centerline!

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Make sure to follow the No U-Turn Podcast crew on Linked In and Instagram!

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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Join us this episode as we interview Miquel Ros, International Journalist and Consultant. Miquel is a consultant and writer. Founder of the Allplane.tv, a site and podcast about the aviation industry with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. He is also a regular contributor to several major international media outlets, writing about aviation and travel for the likes of CNN and The Points Guy.  In this episode we discuss:

-The olympics,
-Miquel’s background and how he got into aviation,
-His collaboration with The Points Guy blog and CNN,
-What the spice jet is and some recent news around it,
-The global travel market and how willing people are to travel with current restrictions,
-The Chinese market,
-What first got him into aviation and what aspect of the aviation industry he first focused on,
-His podcast, All Plane, and his view of the UAM/AAM industry,
-How non airline entities and individuals will assimilate into and embrace the airspace industry,
-Key challenges to the airline industry that could surface post-Covid,
-Getting the next generation into the airline industry, and
-Something on our bucket list for 2022!

Until next time, keep it on the centerline!

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Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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This week we switch it up a bit and bring to you an episode of just us. Join us as we get caught up on recent aviation news including: 

-AeroX updates,
-A route to becoming a drone pilot,
-The future of the aviation world,
-The issues with widespread 5G,
-Boeing’s 450 million dollar investment into Wisk Aero and why they have been in the news lately,
-Amazon’s aircraft advancements,
-The frustrations that accompany getting aircraft certified,
-Why Joby’s stock took a big hit recently,
-Some advancements in changing aviation verbiage to more gender neutral language, and
-Our choice of sport that we would put in the Winter Olympics!

Until next time, keep it on the centerline!

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Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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Join us this week as we kick off 2022 interviewing Amy Imamura, Director of Community Relations at Los Angeles World Airports. We discuss:

-Being Hapa Haole
-How Amy’s parents sparked her interest in Aviation,
-Her unique background and path toward aviation,
-Her 5-mile radius and how she has witnessed LA’s transformation firsthand,
-Making an impact in her role at LAX
-The importance of the customer service experience while at an airport,
-How LAX is committed to the community,
-What’s ahead for Amy and her team,
-and our top three walk up songs!

Until next time, keep it on the center line!

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Make sure to follow the No U-Turn Podcast crew on Linked In and Instagram!

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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Join us this week as we interview (for the second time- more on that later) Fin Bonset, Director of Aviation Services at VHB.  During the interview we discuss:

-How Fin entered the aviation industry,
-His many travels growing up,
-What he studied and his jobs after college,
-His advice for students who are looking for their first job,
-Why he started his own company and what it was,
-Why sustainability starts with the individual,
-The importance of educating others about the variety of jobs within the aviation industry,
-How to help expose youth to aviation opportunities,
-The many leadership positions Fin serves in,
-our favorite sports to watch,
-and how #bonset evolved!

Until next time, keep it on the center line!

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Make sure to follow the No U-Turn Podcast crew on Linked In and Instagram!

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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Join us this week as we interview our guest, Hana Creger, the Senior Program Manager of Climate Equity at The Greenlining Institute.  In this episode we discuss:

-Her background and the documentary that sparked her interest in climate change,
-How she entered the transportation industry as it pertains to climate change,
-The barriers to electric vehicles for the masses,
-What The Greenlining Institute is and what it does,
-How the pandemic has brought to light equity issues and pushed forward equity efforts,
-How to plan for disaster and build back equitable transportation infrastructure,
-How equitable transportation benefits healthcare,
-What she likes to do in and around San Francisco,
-and our number one place that we would like to travel to outside of the US and out top 3 places we have traveled to!

See you next time!

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Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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Join us this week as we interview our guest, Api Appulingam, the Deputy Director of Aviation Capital Development at the City of Philadelphia's Division of Aviation. This episode we discuss:

-Recent industry news to kick things off
-Api’s journey to her current role 
-How she entered the aviation industry
-Her move from Malaysia to the US 
-The impact she is making in advancing women in aviation,
-Challenges she had to navigate and overcome as a woman in the aviation industry,
-The importance of equality in the workplace and some ways to advocate for and achieve it,
-Her recent role with the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) leading the national DE&I Committee and her role as President-Elect at the Philadelphia Chapter of Women in Transportation Seminar (WTS)
-Upcoming projects at PHL and recent projects at PNE and
-Our favorite TV shows and movies from the 90s!

See you next time!

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Make sure to follow the No U-Turn Podcast crew on Linked In and Instagram!

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07 

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Join us this week as we interview Ramone Hemphill, Senior Systems Engineer at Collins Aerospace and Founder of The 99th Squadron.  This week we:

- Discuss where Ramone’s aviation interest started and his journey since,
- The importance of kids understanding what jobs really entail,
- How Ramone is involved in helping to educate kids on becoming a pilot,
- Ramone’s many influences that helped get him to where he is today,
- His founding of the 99th Squadron and all it does,
- And our favorite College traditions!

See you next time!

Click subscribe and please leave a rating and review! We appreciate all of our listeners! Please leave a comment and rating via the podcast platform you use to enjoy your podcasts!

Make sure to follow the No U-Turn Podcast crew on Linked In and Instagram!

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-u-turn-podcast/ 

Instagram: nouturn_podcast

Follow the guys on Linked In:

Ravi Singh: www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-h-singh-1508006

Chris Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fernando 

Basil Yap: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-yap-461b1975 

Check out Terry Ann Fernando, the designer of our No U Turn logo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-ann-fernando-70b5b07