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PODCAST

Fly Girls" Guide to Aviation Careers

René Banglesdorf

Hosted by aviation CEO, FAA board alum, and high-performance business coach René Banglesdorf, Fly Girls’ Guide is the go-to podcast for women who want to launch, grow, or pivot their careers in aviation.From the cockpit to the control tower, you’ll hear candid conversations with female pilots, mechanics, executives, air traffic controllers, and more—each sharing their stories, struggles, and the bold moves that got them where they are.Whether you’re just discovering the skies or already leading at

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All Episodes

26:35

Honoring Aviation’s Legacy, Inspiring Its Future: Amy...

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2025/10/27

On this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers podcast, René interviews Amy Spowart, CEO of the National Aeronautic Association, to talk about the importance of history in shaping aviation’s future. From her early career in the arts to leading national organizations, Amy has dedicated her work to preserving aviation’s heritage while ensuring lessons from the past help guide the industry forward. Tune in as they discuss: How Amy’s career path led her from the arts to aviation hist...

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26:42

Anticipating Air Safety Needs with Rockets, Air Taxis...

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2025/10/27

In this episode, René sits down with Nicki Harricharan, Operations Program Manager at CANSO (Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation), whose career has spanned from the FAA control centers to leading global conversations about the future of air traffic management. Nicki shares her journey from growing up in Trinidad with a fascination for travel to navigating the complexities of international aviation and integrating new technologies like space launches and unpiloted vehicles. Tune in as t...

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27:54

Shaping Aviation’s Future From Classrooms to Global...

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2025/10/20

In this episode, René interviews the esteemed Dr. Rebecca “Becky” Lutte, Department Chair and Associate Professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. From commuter airline pilot to educator, researcher, and advocate, Becky’s career showcases the many ways aviation professionals can shape the industry from the classroom to Capitol Hill. Tune in as they discuss: Becky’s path from professional pilot to professor and department chairWhy research and workforce development are critical for avi...

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25:42

Building Culture and Community at the Busiest...

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2025/10/20

In this episode, René interviews Jamie Munoz, General Manager at Galaxy Aviation in Addison, Texas. With over two decades in aviation, Jamie’s path has taken her from customer service and charter sales to business development, software, and now leading a 30-person team at the nation’s busiest single-runway airport. She shares the lessons she’s learned about leadership, resilience, and why the smell of jet fuel still makes her smile after 24 years. Tune in as they discuss: How Jamie grew her c...

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26:23

Marine Corps Wrenches to Workforce Leadership: Stacey...

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2025/10/09

In this episode, René sits down with Stacey Brown, General Manager of Technical Operations at CVG. Stacey shares her journey from being one of the few women in the Marine Corps aviation maintenance ranks to leading hundreds of mechanics today. With a career shaped by problem-solving, mentorship, and resilience, Stacey proves that aviation leadership isn’t just about technical skills, it’s about people, preparation, and courage. Tune in as they discuss: How Stacey built her career from Marine ...

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27:53

From Cargo Pilot to Delta Air Lines’ Aircraft...

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2025/10/09

In this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide Podcast, René talks with Crystal Barrois, Delta Air Lines captain and General Manager of Aircraft Acquisitions. From her early days as a regional and cargo pilot to leading Delta’s entry-into-service programs, she shares how curiosity, relationships, and intentionality have shaped her career. She offers an inside look at what it really takes to bring a new aircraft into an airline’s fleet—and why her mantra “keep climbing” applies to both aviation and l...

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24:19

Saving Lives Through Aviation: Cat Wren

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2025/09/30

In this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide Podcast, René interviews Cat Wren, Vice President at ENG Organ Recovery, whose career spans from playing college basketball to fueling jets on the ramp to leading aviation teams that facilitate life-saving organ transplants. Cat shares her journey, the skills that helped her rise in aviation, and why purpose-filled work keeps her motivated. They discuss... How Cat went from the flight line to an executive position in aviationThe critical role aviation p...

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26:46

Meaningful Flight Training Beyond the Checklist:...

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2025/09/30

In this episode, René chats with Maddie Glassett, a flight instructor who has made the art of teaching her career focus. From Warriors and 172s to seaplanes and Cirrus aircraft, she brings energy, honesty, and heart to every lesson. She shares her journey, what makes an effective instructor, and why passion for training the next generation of pilots is what drives her forward. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How flight instruction builds strong, safe pilots for the skies aheadWhy honesty a...

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6:16

(Preview) How Media and Storytelling Shape The Future...

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2025/09/05

In this upcoming episode, René chats with Liz Moscrop, an aviation media entrepreneur who has carved out a niche at the intersection of aviation, branding, and storytelling. Liz talks about how she built a career communicating complex ideas in a highly technical industry, and why clarity and innovation are key drivers of aviation’s future. In this episode you’ll hear: How Liz blended communication and aviation into a meaningful careerWhy compelling storytelling is essential in aviationThe com...

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3:45

(Preview) Managing the Details That Keep Private Jets...

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2025/09/05

In this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René interviews Megan Knox, Senior Operations Manager at a private jet charter company in Centennial, Colorado. From earning her pilot certificates to finding her calling in operations and compliance, Megan shares how she built a career that combines aviation expertise with leadership and mentorship. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How Megan shifted from flying to operations after 9/11 changed the industryWhy scheduling, dispatch, and ...

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5:06

(Preview) Reducing Pilot Workload and Keeping Flight...

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2025/09/04

In this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation, René sits down with Sarah Heugel, whose aviation journey has taken her from flight attendant to dispatch to leadership in operations. With years of experience navigating the behind-the-scenes world that keeps flights moving safely and efficiently, Sarah shares how she built her career, developed her leadership style, and leaned on mentors along the way. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How Sarah got her start in aviation and grew into operation...

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3:40

(Preview) Combining Software and Emotional...

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2025/09/04

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René sits down with Kellie Roby, Vice President of Polaris Aero, a software company specializing in safety services. From conducting safety audits to shaping safety culture across flight departments, Kellie shares how her career in aviation has grown through problem-solving, leadership, and a passion for protecting people. In this Episode You’ll Hear: What safety services look like in corporate aviationHow Kellie’s background a...

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5:43

(Preview) Anticipating Air Safety Needs with Rockets,...

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2025/09/03

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René sits down with Nicki Harricharan, Operations Program Manager at CANSO, the Civil Air Navigation Services Organization. From her start in Trinidad to becoming a leader in global air traffic management, Nicki shares how curiosity, resilience, and problem-solving shaped her aviation journey. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How Nicki built her aviation career from FAA air traffic controller to global leaderWhy rocket launches, dr...

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5:40

(Preview) Navigating the Unexpected and Managing Air...

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2025/09/03

In this episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René talks with Sharlotte Yealdhall, a veteran air traffic controller and traffic management coordinator. From a high school career day in South Africa to overseeing the flow of aircraft through some of the busiest skies in the U.S., Sharlotte shares a candid look at what it takes to keep airspace safe and efficient. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How a chance encounter led Sharlotte to a career in air traffic controlThe differences betwe...

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4:55

(Preview) What It Takes to Keep F-35 Fighter Jets...

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2025/09/03

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René joins Ryan Bass, a Navy veteran and aircraft mechanic who now works on F-35 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin’s flightline. From running engines on the flight line to proving herself in male-dominated hangars, Ryan shares how grit, precision, and passion have fueled her aviation journey. In this Episode You’ll Hear: What it’s like to work on the Navy’s F-18s and Lockheed’s F-35 programWhy attention to detail is everything ...

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6:29

(Preview) The Warrior Mindset of Flying the A-10...

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2025/09/02

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René chats with Tammy Barlette, a retired U.S. Air Force fighter pilot who flew the A-10 Warthog. Tammy opens up about her journey, the mindset needed to fly in combat, and the lessons she now shares with the next generation of aviators. In this Episode You’ll Hear: What it means to be a fighter pilot and the realities of combat flyingHow emotional preparation is just as important as technical skillWhy resilience, risk-taking, ...

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5:06

(Preview) From Cargo Pilot to Delta Air Lines’...

Fly Girls" Guide to Aviation Careers ·

2025/09/02

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René talks with Crystal Barrois, Delta captain and General Manager of Aircraft Acquisitions. From flying cargo aircraft overseas to leading Delta’s entry-into-service programs with Boeing and Airbus, Crystal’s career highlights both the adventure of the cockpit and the complexity of fleet planning. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How she transitioned from pilot to fleet acquisitionsWhy curiosity and problem-solving are essential i...

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4:38

(Preview) Shaping Aviation’s Future From Classrooms...

Fly Girls" Guide to Aviation Careers ·

2025/09/02

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René sits down with Dr. Becky Lutte, Department Chair and Associate Professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. From flying commuter airlines to shaping aviation policy and mentoring the next generation, Becky has built a career at the intersection of education, research, and service. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How Becky transitioned from professional flight to higher educationWhy research and policy shape the future...

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4:29

(Preview) Logistics to International Safety to...

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2025/09/02

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René talks with Bobbi Wells, Vice President of Inflight at American Airlines. From her early career in the Army to overseeing 28,000 flight attendants today, Bobbi shares lessons on leadership, safety, and resilience that every aspiring aviation professional should hear. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How Bobbi built a career from Army service to airline executiveWhy flight attendants are central to aviation safety and customer c...

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4:02

(Preview) Honoring Aviation’s Legacy, Inspiring Its...

Fly Girls" Guide to Aviation Careers ·

2025/09/02

In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René interviews Amy Spowart, CEO of the National Aeronautic Association. Amy has built her career as an aviation historian—preserving the stories, lessons, and legacies of the past to help guide the industry into the future. In this Episode You’ll Hear: How Amy turned a love of history into a leadership role in aviationWhy preserving the past matters for safety, innovation, and growthThe challenges of balancing heritage with a ...

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