The aviation industry is responsible for so much, from bridging countries, continents, and cultures, to making international trade possible. We all know the big names in aviation, from Boeing to Duncan, but what about all the mom-and-pop aviation businesses? The Leaders of Aviation podcast is here to give a voice to those very people. Interviewing aviation small business owners and other aviation personnel, we’ll hear their stories and get a glimpse into their world. Through these stories of triumphs as well as setbacks, we hope to inspire the current and next generation.
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The aviation industry is responsible for so much, from bridging countries, continents, and cultures, to making international trade possible. We all know the big names in aviation, from Boeing to Duncan, but what about all the mom-and-pop aviation businesses? The Leaders of Aviation podcast is here to give a voice to those very people. Interviewing aviation small business owners and other aviation personnel, we’ll hear their stories and get a glimpse into their world. Through these stories of triumphs as well as setbacks, we hope to inspire the current and next generation.
Ep 7: Jon Dale and Justin Lukasavige: Founders of Av8life, Pilots and Entrepreneurs
The Leaders of Aviation
53 minutes 58 seconds
3 years ago
Ep 7: Jon Dale and Justin Lukasavige: Founders of Av8life, Pilots and Entrepreneurs
The Av8life Flight Club is a community of Aviation enthusiasts that was founded by today’s guests, Jon Dale and Justin Lukasavige. Both dreamed of being pilots growing up, but only Justin went into flight school right after high school. Jon’s life took a different turn and he went the entrepreneurial/business route. After 7 years working for commercial airlines, Justin decided to step away and focus his time and money on his budding family.
Jon and Justin met when they started working together. Justin encouraged Jon to pursue his dream of getting his pilot's license in his 40’s. By the time Jon got to his test he realized he had already spent $18k, and that this was going to be an expensive hobby. The two would go on Jon’s first licensed flight together and start to brainstorm ideas on how they could get paid for their passion. Av8life was created in December 2021 and, with a compelling story, they’ve been well received.
What You’ll Learn:
How Justin transitioned from an employee to a business owner.
How a business partnership is like a marriage.
What gap Aviate Life is looking to fill.
The one leadership principle all entrepreneurs should have.
Favorite Quote:
“If you’re going to start a business, you have to be able to say I’m all in.” -Justin Lukasavige
The Leaders of Aviation
The aviation industry is responsible for so much, from bridging countries, continents, and cultures, to making international trade possible. We all know the big names in aviation, from Boeing to Duncan, but what about all the mom-and-pop aviation businesses? The Leaders of Aviation podcast is here to give a voice to those very people. Interviewing aviation small business owners and other aviation personnel, we’ll hear their stories and get a glimpse into their world. Through these stories of triumphs as well as setbacks, we hope to inspire the current and next generation.
