Jake discusses his love of gliding and explains how aviation, and gliding in particular, helps build skills and experience that are applicable in everyday life.  Teamwork, decision making and confidence are just some of attributes that will be developed in that environment.

In Texas there is a project to revitalise a Twin Beech with a colourful history and turn it into a modern, accessible and exciting training / education asset.  Leading the charge on this project is Bill Goebel.  In this episode Bill explains the history and the plans for the future of the ambitious stem  initiative.

Brian Davies has worked through the system from school and building models through apprenticeships to become a Chief Engineer for a large Airline, building his own aircraft and holding the position of Vice President of the Light Aircraft Association. A man worth listening to indeed.

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Dr Geoff Coxon, Medicinal Chemist, discusses  theSkylab  , the International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight and how overcoming a lack of confidence enabled his creativity to have a career in STEM.

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Rocketeer and STEM/STEAM advocate Ben Jarvis discusses his activities and experiences in building rockets, launching small satellites and getting young people of all flavours involved in aerospace.

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Steph Smith is a Licensed B1 Aircraft Engineer for  AIrbus embedded at  the Royal Air Force  Brize Norton.  She's also a #stemambassador , private pilot and total aviation enthusiast.

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There are certain people you encounter when you are young who are fundamental in your development.  Jack Milnes was just that to a bunch of youngsters with the The Spirit of Goole stem project.  It's now time to hear directly from the man who started it all.

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Based  at Liverpool Airport,  Claire not only is the Air Traffic Control Safety Manager but a member of the British Women's Pilots Association (BWPA), Flying Instructor and Author of 'You Have Control! Being a Better Flying Instructor', published by Airlife.  Her career path has been forged from determination and focus having been captivated by flight in her teens.  Her #inspiringstory shows what can be done by keeping your eyes on the prize. 

Chris Milnes discusses how he got into aviation and how he has used his enthusiasm to help inspire young people through the  RAF Cadets (RAFAC) and  The Spirit of Goole  build a plane community youth project.  His story is a classic case of Paying it forward, mentoring young people and introducing them to the world of flight.

Rosina Chester discusses how she progressed from being a cheeky girl at school girl who didn't pay attention, through apprenticeships and now looks after the venerable Hercules C-130 for   Marshall Aerospace.  With a passion for excitement and enough curiosity, Rosina is a great example of how #stem and #apprenticeships can help young people forge a great career.    #inspiringstories  #stemeducation #aviation  #flying  #steam  #avgeeks  #inspiringaviation  #swiftaircraft