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Destination Aviation

Love all things flying?Industry veteran Jeff Miller is here to help you feel more connected to the skies.Enjoy the friendliest of welcomes as Jeff takes you behind the news, shares tales from history and shares the stories that matter.Got a question for Jeff? Get in touch on dapodcast85@gmail.com and he might just feature it on the show!www.destinationaviation.org

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Episode 80 - Dan Cooper… Who B. That?

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2026/08/28

Dan Cooper… Who B. That? His name wasn't D.B. Cooper. At least... probably not. In 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper boarded Northwest Orient Flight 305 in Portland, headed for Seattle—and became part of one of aviation's most enduring mysteries. In this episode of Destination Aviation, we're diving into the airplane, the hijacking, the infamous jump, the money, the clues, and the question that still hasn't been answered more than half a century later: Who was Dan Cooper... and what happ...

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59:48

Episode 79 – Is Sentient Jet Becoming Self-Aware? A...

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2026/08/05

The title may be tongue-in-cheek, but the conversation is all about the future of private aviation. In Episode 79 of Destination Aviation, I sit down with Alan Walsh, President & CEO of Sentient Jet, to discuss how technology is reshaping the private aviation industry while keeping the customer experience at the center of it all. We explore Sentient Jet's pioneering role as the inventor of the jet card, how digital tools like app-based and text-to-book services are changing the way travel...

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Episode 78 - Destination Aviation: Food for Thought...

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2026/07/21

In this episode of Destination Aviation, we sit down with entrepreneur Andy Ellwood to explore an incredible journey that spans private aviation, Silicon Valley, and the future of grocery shopping. Andy shares how he went from selling private jets for Warren Buffett to building startups acquired by Facebook and Google, before setting his sights on solving one of the biggest challenges facing families today—making grocery shopping smarter, more transparent, and more affordable. Along the way, ...

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110:59

Episode 77 - Curt Castagna? We Can Stand Ya!

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2026/07/08

What does it take to lead one of aviation's most influential organizations? In this episode of Destination Aviation, I sit down with Curt Castagna, President & CEO of the National Air Transportation Association (NATA), for a conversation that goes far beyond titles and job descriptions. Curt shares his journey through the aviation industry, the experiences that shaped his leadership style, and what it's like guiding NATA during a pivotal time for business aviation and general aviation. We...

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62:06

Episode 76 - Vanished Over Pittsburgh: The Lost B-25...

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2026/06/20

In 1956, a U.S. Air Force B-25 Mitchell bomber was flying a routine Cold War training mission when everything started to go wrong over western Pennsylvania. Low on fuel and running out of options, the crew made a desperate decision to put the aircraft down in the Monongahela River near Pittsburgh. What followed was a dramatic emergency ditching that was witnessed by many—and initially thought to be a survivable crash. But then something unexpected happened. The aircraft that everyone saw go i...

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58:49

Episode 75 - Flipping Out Over Drones with Beth Flippo

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2026/06/07

What started as a hectic pharmacy run with four kids turned into a mission to transform how goods move through communities. In this episode of Destination Aviation, Jeffrey Miller sits down with Beth Flippo, founder and CEO of DEXA, one of the few FAA-certified drone carriers in the United States. Beth shares her journey from technology and defense systems to building a company at the forefront of autonomous aviation and last-mile logistics. The conversation explores the realities of drone de...

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73:59

Episode 74 - Erin O'Donnell: The Busiest Square Mile...

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2026/05/28

In this episode of Destination Aviation, Jeff sits down with aviation executive Erin O'Donnell to talk about her incredible journey through one of the most dynamic industries in the world. From a young age, Erin’s mother encouraged her to pursue a stable and meaningful career path — a push that eventually led her into aviation. Along the way, unexpected moments helped shape her career, including inspiration from none other than Sir Paul McCartney, who reminded her why aviation and travel matt...

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Episode 73 - The Not-So-Silent Falcon: Grant “Slider”...

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2026/05/15

In this episode of Destination Aviation, we sit down with Grant “Slider” Bishop — CEO of Silent Falcon UAS Technologies, decorated F-16 Wild Weasel combat veteran, former Squadron Commander, and aviation innovator with a career that spans military aviation, aerospace technology, AI, and unmanned systems. Grant shares the incredible journey that first pulled him into aviation, from his early flying ambitions to combat missions and his transition into leading-edge aerospace technology. We dive ...

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Episode 72 - In the GAU-8 We Trust: Joel Bier &...

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2026/05/09

In this episode of Destination Aviation, Jeff sits down with two experienced A-10 Warthog pilots, Joel Bier and Andrew Tenenbaum, for an in-depth conversation about one of the most iconic and controversial aircraft ever built. From combat search and rescue missions in Afghanistan to close air support in some of the most dangerous environments on earth, Joel and Andy share firsthand stories from the cockpit of the A-10. The conversation also dives into the ongoing fight to keep the A-10 alive,...

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78:01

Episode 71 - On Cloud 9: From FAA Towers to Aviation...

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2026/05/01

In this episode of Destination Aviation, we sit down with Mark Guiod for a wide-ranging conversation that spans more than four decades in aviation—from frontline air traffic control to senior FAA leadership and now into the future of aviation innovation. Mark currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Aviation 2.0 LLC (www.av2point0.com), where he is focused on advancing digital remote tower technology and next-generation air traffic management solutions. He also serves as Vice President ...

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59:14

Episode 70 - Shot Down, Not Broken: The Real Story of...

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2026/04/10

In this episode of Destination Aviation, we sit down with Gary Powers Jr.—author, public speaker, and Cold War historian—who has dedicated his life to preserving the truth about his father’s legacy. Carrying forward one of the most debated stories of the Cold War, Gary shares how his mission has been to correct decades of misinformation and ensure the real story is told: that his father did not cooperate with the USSR while in captivity. We explore Gary’s journey from discovering deeply perso...

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Episode 69 - Miles Spencer: Jump Into Forever — The...

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2026/04/03

In this episode of Destination Aviation, we sit down with entrepreneur and innovator Miles Spencer for a conversation that lives at the intersection of technology, memory, and legacy. Miles is the co-founder and CEO of Reflekta, a groundbreaking “soul tech” platform designed to preserve the voices, stories, and personalities of loved ones—allowing future generations to interact with dynamic, AI-driven versions of those who have passed. Built from a deeply personal desire to have “one more con...

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66:37

Episode 68 - Opening the Skies: A New Flight Path for...

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2026/03/27

In this episode of Destination Aviation, we sit down with Jennifer C. Rykaczewski, the driving force behind Affordable Skies. Jennifer and her team are focused on something that affects everyone: making sure flying remains within reach for everyday travelers. As ticket prices fluctuate and costs continue to rise, Affordable Skies is working to advocate for greater transparency, fairness, and affordability across the commercial aviation landscape. Through her efforts, Jennifer is shining a lig...

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Episode 67 - Author Kevin Hazzard: No One's Coming

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2026/03/21

In this gripping episode of Destination Aviation, we sit down with author Kevin Hazzard to explore his latest book, No One’s Coming—a real-life aviation thriller that puts you in the middle of one of the most daring air medical rescue missions in history. Set against the backdrop of the 2014 Ebola outbreak, the story follows a high-stakes race against time as two infected American aid workers must be evacuated from West Africa. With the clock ticking and the risks nearly unimaginable, a small...

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Episode 66 - Buckeye Air Fair: Jets, Desert Skies &...

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2026/03/14

In this special episode of Destination Aviation, Jeff takes you behind the scenes of his very first vlog — now live on our YouTube channel. The journey starts briefly in Florida at the ACI-NA CEO meeting, where aviation leaders from across the country gathered to talk airports, innovation, and the future of our industry. From there, Jeff heads west to the desert for the high-energy, jet-fueled excitement of the Buckeye Air Fair in Arizona. But this trip wasn’t just about airplanes. Along the ...

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Episode 65 - Lost in Translation: Why GCC Tourism...

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2026/02/28

Why do billions of dollars in Gulf tourism and real estate marketing often fail to connect with American travelers? In this episode of Destination Aviation, Jeff sits down with Rihab Abouzaki, a GCC–US advertising strategist who has spent more than two decades helping tourism boards, luxury travel brands, and real estate developers bridge the gap between the Middle East and Western audiences. With deep experience across the UAE and Gulf region—and now based in the United States—Rihab speciali...

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Episode 64 - Flying a Car? Nate Thuli on Making...

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2026/02/02

What if flying didn’t have to feel complicated? In this episode of Destination Aviation, host Jeff Miller sits down with Nate Thuli, President of Airhart Aeronautics, to talk about the future of personal flight. Nate brings a rare mix of experience to the conversation, from his time in the U.S. Air Force to startup leadership and consumer technology innovation. Together, they unpack how cockpit complexity has held aviation back, why avionics—not airframes—are the real key to unlocking persona...

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Episode 63 - Tanks to Tarmacs: George Sakas on...

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2026/01/18

In this episode of Destination Aviation, we sit down with George Sakas of Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) to talk about a career path that’s anything but ordinary. George shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Army—where he drove tanks—to finding his way into aviation and ultimately becoming the Director of Economic Development & Administrative Services at one of the nation’s busiest general aviation airports. We discuss how his military experience shaped his leadership style, the s...

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Episode 62 – Cleared for Silence

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2026/01/01

As 2025 comes to a close, this episode of Destination Aviation takes a step back — not just to reflect on the year, but to remember the airports that no longer appear on today’s charts. After a few opening updates and some behind-the-scenes channel news, the conversation shifts into a journey through the ghosts of aviation — airfields that once launched legends, trained generations of pilots, and shaped the cities that grew around them… only to quietly disappear. These are places where runw...

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105:27

Episode 61 – From Politics to Planes: Sean White of...

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2025/12/09

In this episode of Destination Aviation, Jeff sits down with Sean White, Executive Vice President of FBO Development at Jet Access, whose career traces an extraordinary arc from the halls of Washington to the heart of general aviation. Before taking on leadership roles in FBO development, Sean spent nearly a decade in federal politics and government service—including positions at the White House, the Small Business Administration, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. From staf...

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