Today's chat is with MSP Brian Whittle, former Olympian and international athlete, best known for his exploits in the Team GB 400m relay squad in the 1980's and 1990's.

What’s that got to do with aviation? Take a listen to this episode to find out.

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Full time student Jacob Haseldine discusses student life and how his fascination for the final frontier is directing his ambitions.

This is the second 'Young Voices' special edition of the Podcast in which Mike talks to young people about their ambitions, desires and achievements in relation to aviation and aerospace. Whether they are still in education or starting their careers, we need to listen to the voices of today. Learning is a two way process and the future of aviation will depend on those who are going to create it  

Full-time student Amelia Richardson explains how a she has managed to fly a jet, become a gliding instructor and how aviation has become the focus of her life.  

This is the first in our 'Young Voices' special editions of the Podcast in which Mike talks to young people about their ambitions, desires and achievements in relation to aviation. Whether they are still in education or starting their careers, we need to listen to the voices of today. Learning is a two way process and the future of aviation will depend on those who are going to create it

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Stephen explains how he went from plane spotting and model building to running a world class STEM facility.  The Glasgow Science Centre  hosts over 350,000 visitors a year and houses a mind boggling array of exhibits to stimulate and amaze.

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Adam, an experienced Pilot, Entrepreneur, Board Director and Leader within the FlexJet Group talks about his role looking at their investments in the Future of Flight; including eVTOLs and hydrogen powered aircraft and the associated infrastructure.

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From growing up in Hollywood to gaining access to the secretive world at Groom Lake, Nevada (also known as Dreamland and several other names), Peter's life experience is one that will make many an aviation lover jealous.


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Nancy Bsales, COO of 4Air, discusses how she came into aviation from the fashion world and is now helping the industry, especially the business aviation sector, tackle the issues surrounding sustainability.

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A major employer in the region, critical lifeline for emergency services and stopping point for transatlantic ferry flights, Wick - John O'Groats airport is a vital part of the local community.  David Swanson takes us behind the scenes.

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Paul talks about his experiences in the Business Aviation world and how the industry has changed and is developing.  He highlights how & why this sector has genuine value in today's world and the opportunities it offers across the board.

Online entrepreneur and aircraft broker, Cae Roberts, gives us the background of how he joined the Royal Navy, served his time there and then re-entered civilian life to establish a brand new online business, giving not only an exciting living, but access to his main passion of General Aviation.