Aloft With Dan
Welcome to Aloft with Dan, a weekly show talking with rad people doing rad things in aviation!
Each week we will talk with different folks in aviation that will include some of the non traditional roles and explore how passion motivates them.
18/01/2023
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Today Thomas from Hanagr 22 Coffee Roasters joins me to talk about airplanes and coffee. It was a great talk with lots to learn about both topics. Thomas was a blast to have on the show, make sure you check him out and make sure to pick up some of his coffee!
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07/12/2022
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Today I have Jared Hodge on the show! Jared has a fantastic story and lots of great advice. We had a blast chatting and I am excited to share his story, make sure you check it out!
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05/10/2022
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Today for the first time we have two guests who share their story of mentorship! In this episode learn about Serena’s path into aviation and more specifically Naval aviation. I learned a ton in this episode and this is a great story about aviators helping each other out! This is a great story and one you don’t want to miss!
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30/08/2022
Hey everyone!!! Life has been crazy busy lately so not a lot posted on here but I wanted to share a couple of things!
First I won’t have an episode this week, I know that’s two weeks in a row but I have a bunch of great guests lined up and am working hard to get some shows recorded and ready. More great stuff to come, just have to balance life and my full time gig!
Second I never really loved my logo that I had created. I had a friend help me design this newest one and I freaking love it!! I am going to be busy the next few days but I will slowly be changing things over to this new logo and will have some great new swag coming out with this logo in the next few weeks.
Thanks for hanging in there and being patient with me!!!
Stay safe out there!!!
18/08/2022
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Today and I chat about all things helicopters! If you aren’t already following Leigh you need to fix that first! Have you ever wondered why a candy cane helicopter? Ever wondered what Leigh and Mike before they started living a “van life” by helicopter? Tune in to today’s episode as Leigh and I catch up on all things helicopters!
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14/08/2022
Lots of IFR training recently! A few pics from and .
10/08/2022
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Today joins me to chat about all things general aviation! Cayla’s passion for aviation and the people involved with it is infectious. She shares advice on how to use social media to promote it, how to get more involved, and some great tips for Oshkosh (sorry, they will have to be for next year!). She is excited about what she is doing and does a fantastic job promoting what aviation is all about!
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06/07/2022
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Today Kyle Newsom joins me to talk about his new YouTube channel Aviators and Airplanes. Kyle shares the same passion for aviation and the people involved in it that I do. Today we talk about his channel and what is coming out. We also talk about his own story and where his passion was born from. He is a fantastic guy with a lot of love for the industry!
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“Continuous improvement is better than delayed perfection” -Mark Twain
Lots of opportunities to learn lately, sometimes I wonder if I am ready for it but the only way to get better is to do your research, ask questions, and go try!
10/06/2022
Quick king air flight to help our friends out! Alaska is amazing!
06/06/2022
I need your help! Check out my stories and vote for which new logo you like the best!
03/06/2022
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Today Wes Van Dell joined me on the podcast to talk all things helicopters and UND Aerospace. Wes has a fantastic background and is very passionate about flight training. We discussed the challenges that are currently facing the industry. We also spent some time discussing the Robinson R44 Cadet and the great things Robinson is doing with that aircraft!
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12/05/2022
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After a successful career in Silicon Valley, Vicky Benzing decided to pursue her love of aviation and specifically aerobatic flight. She will be performing at the Oregon International Airshow in just over a week flying not one, but two aircraft in the show! Vicky has such a cool story and has found success following her passion! Make sure you check this episode out!
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08/05/2022
Happy Mother’s Day and Birthday to the most incredible woman ever! She is an amazing mom, wife and best friend. We couldn’t do any of the things we do without her love and support. She is always down for an adventure and always flexible when life throws us curve balls. We love her more than words can express.
Happy birthday and happy Mother’s Day
❤️
06/05/2022
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How do you become the demo pilot in the F-16 for the Viper Demo Team? Learn today from Captain Aimee Fiedler, call sign “Rebel,” just how to do that! Aimee has an inspiring and unique story that she shares on today’s show, this isn’t one to miss!
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28/04/2022
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Today’s guest has potentially one of the coolest side hustles! Indira Thackorie is an airshow announcer and incredible person. She is very inspiring, has a super cool story, and is incredibly passionate about everything she does. This is not an episode you want to miss and she has a special treat for folks who are coming to the Oregon International Airshow coming up in May!
Give it a listen anywhere you find your podcasts!
For more info on the air show check out
20/04/2022
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General Manager and Chief Pilot Jared Friend joins us today from Hillsboro Aero Academy’s helicopter campus. Today he shares his path through aviation, lessons learned, and advice for anyone who is in the aviation industry. Jared offered me my first helicopter job and it was great to catch up with him, talk about his story and advice!
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“So far you’ve survived 100% of your worst days. You’re doing great.” - Norm Kelly
They are never all easy but stick with it! The best views come after the hardest struggles!
15/04/2022
This should be a throwback but the old and my 86 chevy pickup. That hangar set up was sweet, gotta work on the new one it is boring.
15/04/2022
One year ago I was leaving Afghanistan to travel home. We had been doing longer rotations because of COVID quarantines and I was super excited to be getting a longer break. Little did I know it was my last time over in AFG. I won’t lie, there are plenty of parts of the AFG job that was not ideal but overall it was my favorite job I ever had. I miss it a lot and mostly the amazing people that I was fortunate enough to work with over there! I am so thankful for the opportunity and the new friends I made! Thank you to everyone who made that such a great experience!
On episode 027 Chris Creamer discusses a technical rescue technique performed in Yosemite National Park. He shared this video to help understand how it is done!
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From living in a box van in a scrap yard to flying rescues on Mt. Everest, flying the K-Max, and technical rescues off the sides of cliff walls in Yosemite Chris Creamer has had an incredible journey through the helicopter utility world. Today join Chris and I as we discuss his path, the incredible things he has done, and the mighty K-Max!
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“Start by doing what is necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you’re doing the impossible.” Saint Francis of Assisi
Often it is difficult to start. Start training, start studying, start preparing for the next thing. I feel like too many times I haven’t known where the road ends so I don’t start. Learn something from every start and grow forward! Days like the day I went on this flight are the cherry on the top but you will never see them if you don’t start!
to flying tours at MSH this time because I had already posted my first solo 🤷‍♂️
Still the same message! Life is short, make sure to enjoy it and have fun along the way!
08/04/2022
to my first helicopter solo. Had some thoughts this last week about how lucky we are for each day but some days certainly standout.
Stay safe out there folks and enjoy every day!
06/04/2022
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found a passion for working on things but was trying to find what to work on. Eventually that search led her to becoming a helicopter mechanic and now with her amazing instagram page, outgoing personality, and YouTube channel she is sharing what life is like as a helicopter mechanic. She has huge dreams and aspirations and I can’t wait to see where she goes from here! This is a fantastic episode to check out!
Give it a listen anywhere you find your podcasts!
01/04/2022
to spending summer days hiking then napping under the wing.
Doesn’t get much better!
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