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What does great food have to do with the private aviation experience? A lot more than you might think.Elizabeth Willard, CEO and founder of The Pickled Beet, joins Adam Beach and Rick Buffkin to talk about bringing fresh, elevated food and personalized hospitality to private aviation. From custom catering for private flights to private chef experiences and meals for visitors throughout South Florida, Elizabeth has built The Pickled Beet around one simple idea: the details matter.Elizabeth shares what goes into creating a truly memorable dining experience, why fresh ingredients and quality products make a difference, and how her team brings a fine-dining mindset to every meal they create. She also talks about the unique relationship between food, travel, and hospitality—and what it means to serve clients who expect something more.

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Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems, LLC (“Stevens”) provides MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) services on a wide range of aircraft produced by manufacturers such as Textron, Bombardier, Gulfstream, Pilatus, Dassault, and Embraer. Stevens presently operates facilities in Greenville, S.C. (GYH), Nashville, TN (MQY), and Denver, CO (APA) as well as operates a 24-hour/365-day AOG (aircraft on ground) mobile maintenance division. Stevens is also a provider of depot level aircraft maintenance, refurbishment, and modification for federal, state, and local governments. All Stevens locations hold FAR Part 145 repair station certificates. Stevens’ GYH location also holds Mexican AFAC and European EASA certifications and conforms to ISO9001: 2015, AS9110C, and DCMA 8210.1C guidelines. For more information, visit www.StevensAerospace.com.

Lisa Senters has spent more than 27 years in private aviation, from helping launch a charter brokerage to becoming a top national producer at NetJets/Marquis Jet—and eventually taking the leap to build her own company, Jet Senters Aviation.

In this episode, Lisa joins the Two Plane Guys to talk about entrepreneurship, aircraft ownership, building trust with high-level clients, and what it takes to create a career on your own terms. She also shares the story behind leaving the corporate world after becoming a mom, her journey as the first female president of the Atlanta Aero Club, and how faith, family, and purpose have shaped the way she leads.

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Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems, LLC (“Stevens”) provides MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) services on a wide range of aircraft produced by manufacturers such as Textron, Bombardier, Gulfstream, Pilatus, Dassault, and Embraer. Stevens presently operates facilities in Greenville, S.C. (GYH), Nashville, TN (MQY), and Denver, CO (APA) as well as operates a 24-hour/365-day AOG (aircraft on ground) mobile maintenance division. Stevens is also a provider of depot level aircraft maintenance, refurbishment, and modification for federal, state, and local governments. All Stevens locations hold FAR Part 145 repair station certificates. Stevens’ GYH location also holds Mexican AFAC and European EASA certifications and conforms to ISO9001: 2015, AS9110C, and DCMA 8210.1C guidelines. For more information, visit www.StevensAerospace.com.

What do you learn from a career that takes you from military aviation to the cockpit of a 737, and even the Presidential Airlift?

In this episode of Two Plane Guys, Adam Beach and Rick Buffkin sit down with Alex Cole, a 737 Captain, retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, and former Presidential Pilot.

Alex shares stories and lessons from his time in the U.S. Air Force, his experience flying for the President, his transition to the airlines, and his passion for preparing the next generation of aviators through Legacy Flight Academy.

It's a conversation about aviation, leadership, service, and what it means to leave a lasting impact on the industry.

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Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems, LLC (“Stevens”) provides MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) services on a wide range of aircraft produced by manufacturers such as Textron, Bombardier, Gulfstream, Pilatus, Dassault, and Embraer. Stevens presently operates facilities in Greenville, S.C. (GYH), Nashville, TN (MQY), and Denver, CO (APA) as well as operates a 24-hour/365-day AOG (aircraft on ground) mobile maintenance division. Stevens is also a provider of depot level aircraft maintenance, refurbishment, and modification for federal, state, and local governments. All Stevens locations hold FAR Part 145 repair station certificates. Stevens’ GYH location also holds Mexican AFAC and European EASA certifications and conforms to ISO9001: 2015, AS9110C, and DCMA 8210.1C guidelines. For more information, visit www.StevensAerospace.com.

Last week at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, Adam and Rick hit the grounds to catch up with some of the aviation industry's leading companies and organizations.

In this special On the Road episode of Two Plane Guys, you'll hear conversations with Send Aero, Raisbeck Engineering, Hartzell Propeller, NBAA, Blackhawk Aerospace, and Garmin as they discuss what's new, what's next, and what has the industry talking.

From innovative products and industry trends to insights from the world's largest aviation gathering, this episode captures the energy and excitement of Oshkosh through the voices of the people helping shape aviation's future.

🎧 Headphone users, you've been warned. This episode was recorded at Oshkosh, and apparently the airplanes wanted to be guests too.

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Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems, LLC (“Stevens”) provides MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) services on a wide range of aircraft produced by manufacturers such as Textron, Bombardier, Gulfstream, Pilatus, Dassault, and Embraer. Stevens presently operates facilities in Greenville, S.C. (GYH), Nashville, TN (MQY), and Denver, CO (APA) as well as operates a 24-hour/365-day AOG (aircraft on ground) mobile maintenance division. Stevens is also a provider of depot level aircraft maintenance, refurbishment, and modification for federal, state, and local governments. All Stevens locations hold FAR Part 145 repair station certificates. Stevens’ GYH location also holds Mexican AFAC and European EASA certifications and conforms to ISO9001: 2015, AS9110C, and DCMA 8210.1C guidelines. For more information, visit www.StevensAerospace.com.

What does it take to become an aircraft mechanic?

In this episode of Two Plane Guys, Adam Beach and Rick Buffkin sit down with Jackie Wilson, a junior at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University studying Aviation Maintenance. Jackie shares what life is like as a student preparing for a career in aircraft maintenance, the organizations and opportunities she's involved with on campus, and the experiences shaping her future in aviation.

The conversation also explores what it's like to be a young woman entering the industry, the importance of mentorship, and why the next generation of maintenance professionals is critical to aviation's future.

Whether you're considering a career in aviation or simply curious about the people who keep aircraft flying, this episode offers a unique perspective from one of the industry's rising stars.

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Why do they call Lou Seno "Mr. Oshkosh"?

In this special on-the-road episode, Lou takes Adam Beach and Rick Buffkin on a behind-the-scenes golf cart tour of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 . With 71 consecutive years attending the world's largest aviation gathering, Lou shares stories, history, and insider knowledge from every corner of the show.

From iconic exhibits and aircraft displays to the people and traditions that make Oshkosh unlike any other aviation event, this is AirVenture through the eyes of a true legend.

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The conversation continues.In Part 2 of our Aviation Conversations We Need to Have series, Rick and Adam turn their attention to the future of aviation and the opportunities, challenges, and changes that lie ahead.From emerging technology and evolving customer expectations to workforce development and industry growth, they discuss what could shape aviation in the years to come—and why these conversations matter today.Whether you're an aircraft owner, operator, pilot, technician, or simply passionate about aviation, this episode offers valuable perspective on where the industry may be headed next.

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Some aviation conversations don’t happen often enough—and we think it’s time to change that.

In Part 1 of this special two-part episode, Rick Buffkin and Adam Beach tackle some of the biggest questions aircraft owners and operators ask.

This episode pulls back the curtain on the realities of aviation maintenance, service timelines, labor, parts, and the complexities that impact every project.

If you’ve ever asked these questions, this conversation is for you.

Part 2 coming soon.

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Rick and Adam welcome Pedro Bizzotto to discuss the journey from young pilot in Brazil to aviation entrepreneur expanding into the U.S. market. Drawing from experience operating aircraft across multiple cities and a fleet of more than 50 aircraft, Pedro shares lessons on growth, leadership, and launching his next aviation venture in Florida.

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In this episode, Rick and Adam catch up with Christian Colbert of JSSI to talk maintenance planning, budgeting, and the tools operators rely on to keep aircraft costs under control. Christian offers a clear look at the realities flight departments navigate everyday.

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