FLYHT's JumpSeat
Hop on the JumpSeat podcast with FLYHT as we talk to aviation leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators as they make their airline operations safer, more profitable, and friendlier for passengers and the environment alike. Come along for the ride as we discuss how game-changing technology such as Big Data, AI, and 5G impact how airlines deal with their ever-changing and challenging business.
- Update frequency
- every 31 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 24
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
#23 The Connected Skies: 5G, Predictive Maintenance, and the Future of Aviation
In this cutting-edge episode of The JumpSeat, Chris Glass is joined by William Cecil from FLYHT Aerospace and Max Le Leannec from Transatel for a deep dive into the evolving world of aviation connect…
#23 From Telex to Terabytes: Why Aircraft Data Needs a Modern Upgrade
In this episode of The Jump Seat, host Chris Glass sits down with Willie Cecil of Flight Aerospace to demystify one of aviation's biggest hidden challenges: how aircraft operational data is collected…
UK Met and the Art of the Possible: Innovations in Weather Data Collection
In this episode of The Jump Seat, host Chris Glass sits down with Lisa Marvin, a commercial manager at the UK Met Office, to explore the fascinating intersection of meteorology, aviation, and data in…
The Future of Airports: WestJet and Embross on the Rise of Self-Service
In this insightful episode of the Jump Seat Podcast, host Chris Glass is joined by Liz Baring from Embross and Ryan Potter from WestJet to explore the rapidly evolving world of airport self-service t…
Ultra Low-Cost Airports: The Abbotsford Model with Parm Sidhu
In this episode of "The Jump Seat," host Chris Glass takes listeners on location to the Abbotsford Airport, where he sits down with Parm Sidhu, the airport's General Manager. Parm shares his incredib…
Transforming the Aviation Industry: James Wong on Big Data, Cargo Growth, and Global Markets
In this episode of the Jump Seat, host Chris Glass sits down with James Wong, Senior Vice President at Menzies, to discuss his fascinating career in aviation.
From his early days in the Royal Canadia…
The Challenges and Triumphs of Building an Airline with Jim Sullivan
In this episode of the Jump Seat, host Chris Glass sits down with Jim Sullivan, a veteran in the aviation industry with a storied career spanning decades. Jim shares his journey from aspiring airline…
Revolutionizing In-Flight Experience: A Chat with Satcom Guru Peter Lemme
In this special episode of "The Jump Seat," host Chris Glass sits down with Peter Lemme, a veteran in the field of aviation technology, live from the AMC conference in Phoenix, Arizona. With a career…
From Fighter Jets to Cargo Flights: Ted McFann’s Story
What happens when a childhood surrounded by aviation leads to a storied career in both military and commercial flight technology? Meet Ted McFann, our guest who has lived that journey and more. From …
From Flight Ops to EFBs: Brian Gleason's Aviation Journey
In this episode of The Jump Seat, Chris Glass sits down with Brian Gleason, an aviation industry veteran with a rich background in operations engineering. Brian shares his journey from his early days…
Affordability and the Future of Ultra Low-Cost Carriers in Canada
Join Chris Glass from Flight Aerospace in this special edition of "The Jump Seat," recorded at Abbotsford Airport, as he explores the affordability and future of ultra low-cost carriers (ULCCs) in Ca…
Dive Into Blockchain and AI's Impact on Industries with Lorne Sugarman on The Jump Seat!
In this captivating episode of "The Jump Seat," Chris Glass interviews technology innovator Lorne Sugarman, who delves into his extensive career, spanning investment banking to leading tech-driven pr…
Aviation Evolution: A Flight Through History and Accessibility with Lorne Mackenzie
Welcome to 'The Jump Seat,' the go-to podcast for aviation enthusiasts and professionals alike. In today's flight, we're cruising through the clouds with Lorne McKenzie, a maverick in the aviation in…
Captain Mary McMillan: From Ranches to Runways - Innovating for a Sustainable Flight Future
From the rugged terrains of ranch life to the vast expanse of the aerial highways, Captain Mary McMillan's journey is anything but ordinary. Selling off her sheep to soar the skies, she joins us to u…
Navigating the Skies of Change: The Intersection of Aviation and Environmental Sustainability with Nancy Young
Embark on a transformative exploration with Nancy Young, a vanguard in the sphere of environmental law and sustainability, as she unfolds her journey from the halls of Capitol Hill to the cutting edg…
Navigating the Dynamic Shifts in the Aviation Industry with Dan Geier
Buckle up! We take you on an exhilarating ride through the world of aviation with our guest, Dan Geer, a seasoned industry professional with 22 years of experience. From his initial days at WestJet t…
#8: Navigate the Future with Actionable Intelligence — Air Traffic Control and Sustainability with Captain Mary McMillan
New technology is coming into the aviation space, making sure we have the right information to make the right decisions is even more critical than before.
Welcome to this episode of the JumpSeat with…
#7: Cyber Resiliency — Preparing for the New Frontier with IATA's Matthew Vaughan
🔒 You can't expect to be lucky every time. Understanding what the next phase looks like and being preventive is key for security, compliance, and risk management.
Welcome to this episode of the JumpS…
#6: Don't Be Paralyzed By Too Much Data — Industry Veteran Don Wilson On Just-In-Time Aircraft Parts and Operations
💡 Having the capabilities to extract intelligence from big data that is actionable is key for efficient operations. Modern aircraft generate hundreds of GBs of data every day and it's easy to be lost…
#5: Get In and Get Out & Project Zero — Strategic Operations With Waltzing Matilda Aviation's Smart New Airline
🛩️ As travel opens up with pent up travel demand, airports and airlines are scrambling to take advantage and kickstart operations again. However, operators face the challenge of staffing shortage whi…