• Episode 49 - Planning the future of aviation with Leah

  • Mar 16 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 14 mins
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Episode 49 - Planning the future of aviation with Leah

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  • Leah Whitfield, President of the Aviation Planning Group, joins us this week to share her story.

    • Leah shares her journey from a farm in Kentucky to becoming a meteorologist and air traffic controller, with education at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and an internship in weather forecasting for shuttle launches.
    • The transition to air traffic control was driven by Leah's interest in aviation, math, and problem-solving, with radar classes being particularly engaging, and an age cutoff for training set at 31.
    • Leah, as a young airport manager, emphasized the importance of political acumen in managing a small airport, where she gained diverse skills from handling projects to working with consultants.
    • The gender dynamics in aviation education and the industry were discussed, highlighting the low ratio of women in engineering at Embry-Riddle and the importance of mentorship for young female professionals.
    • We explored aviation innovations, such as electric and hybrid-electric aircraft, drone delivery infrastructure, and improving passenger experiences, with the team sharing their airport preferences and pet peeves.

    Until next time, keep it on the centerline!
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