The Cross-Check

The Emotional Reality of Aviation Accident Response

In the world of aviation, much attention is paid to the mechanics of flying and the thrill of takeoff, but few recognize the vital, often unseen work that occurs during c

Empowering Women in Aviation: Insights from Eliane Cotran

Eliane Cotran knows a thing or two about climbing the business aviation ladder and has made it her mission to be an inspiration for women to follow her path. As a promine

Building a Frictionless Business Aviation Experience

Company culture is built on teamwork and determination and maybe that's why college sports hall of famer, Jack Lambert, founder of Flyhouse gets it better than most. Ja

From Food Stamps To Fintech: The Remarkable Journey of Miguel Gallardo

Discover how Miguel Gallardo's passion for aviation, resilience, and innovative mindset have propelled his career from humble beginnings on the ramp to leading a fintech

Yikes! The Mistakes That Make Us Better Pilots

Airline pilot and author J.J. Madison has seen it all and has been taking plenty of notes along the way. J. J. shares insightful and amusing insights in his new book 'Yik

Halsey Schider: From Passion to Profession

Sometimes you have to be your own mentor. Conventional wisdom doesn't always apply and following your heart can sometimes lead to great things. Halsey Schider, helicopt

Innovating Pilot Education From Drones To Planes

Greg Reverdiau, co-founder of Pilot Institute shares his journey from a young aviation enthusiast to a successful entrepreneur in aviation education. The conversation exp

Is Loyalty A Two Way Street In The Workplace?

Business aviation is experiencing workforce turbulence. And our guests Jenny Showalter and Carrie Wicht join The Cross-Check to help navigate the way as they delve into t

From Cockpit to Compliance: Ryan DeMoor's Journey

Is there a disconnect between your flight department, payroll and tax reporting? Sometimes it takes a unicorn like Ryan DeMoor to create system to tie it all together.

Navigating Entrepreneurship: Lessons from Joe Peebles

Joe Peebles shares his journey as an entrepreneur in aviation maintenance, discussing the challenges and growth of his business, JP Aeronautics. He reflects on the lesson

A First Officer's Inspiring Journey

Joseph Tar Schmidt is a first officer for a major US airline, but how he got there is noteworthy. As president of the Professional Pilots of Tomorrow and a recipient and

Fearless Flight: MACE Curran's Incredible Journey

Michelle "MACE" Curran, a former US Air Force fighter pilot and lead solo for the Thunderbirds, shares her inspiring journey from a small town in Wisconsin to the skies a

Tables are Turned! When the Podcaster Becomes the Podcastee

It's Opposite Day at The Cross-Check as our first guest, Neil Capano takes over the hosting duties to celebrate the 15th episode of the show. The conversation explores th

Crisis Management and Culture: Lessons from the FBI

Amy Grubb, organizational development specialist at the FBI joins the Cross-Check to share her journey from psychology to the FBI, the culture of integrity within the Bur

Flying Private, Serving Smart: Inside the Life of a Cabin Attendant

In this episode of The Cross Check, hosts Rob Hoffman and Ian Lumpp welcome Lauren Baum, a seasoned cabin attendant, blogger and consultant at Cabin in the Sky. Lauren sh

Winging It: Lessons in Aviation and Entrepreneurship

On this episode of The Cross-Check, we sit down with Sameer Romani, a seasoned bizav veteran with only five years of industry experience underneath his belt. A commercial

First Impressions Matter: Rethinking the FBO Experience

In this episode of The Cross-Check, we sit down with David Buritica, Director of Global Sales Program at Signature Aviation, to explore the evolving role of FBOs in today

Cleared for All: Inclusion, Mentorship, and the Power of Purpose

Antonio Ferrara, the Director of Quality Control and Aircraft Appearance at Talon Air joins The Cross-Check to share his lifelong journey in aviation, the importance of m

The Pilot Pipeline: Training for Tomorrow’s Business Aviation

With a family background in commercial aviation, JK Kenworthy was groomed from an early age to follow a path to the skies. But pilot training is what has truly kept him g

Breaking Barriers: Women in Aviation with Cat Wren

In this episode of The Cross-Check, we interview Cat Wren, VP at ENG Organ Recovery, who shares her journey from being a college basketball captain to bizav leader. Cat d