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The Short Circuit
Swift Aircraft
35 episodes
9 months ago
Today's chat is with MSP Brian Whittle, former Olympian and international athlete, best known for his exploits in the Team GB 400m relay squad in the 1980's and 1990's. What’s that got to do with aviation? Take a listen to this episode to find out. #inspiringaviation #inspiringpeople #olympian #athlete #relay #aviation #generalaviation #msp #scottisparliament #brianwhittle #concorde #monkton #ayrshire #prestwick #prestwickairport #glasgow #theshortcircuit #podcast #politician #southsc...
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Today's chat is with MSP Brian Whittle, former Olympian and international athlete, best known for his exploits in the Team GB 400m relay squad in the 1980's and 1990's. What’s that got to do with aviation? Take a listen to this episode to find out. #inspiringaviation #inspiringpeople #olympian #athlete #relay #aviation #generalaviation #msp #scottisparliament #brianwhittle #concorde #monkton #ayrshire #prestwick #prestwickairport #glasgow #theshortcircuit #podcast #politician #southsc...
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The Short Circuit
Episode 34 Brian Whittle
Today's chat is with MSP Brian Whittle, former Olympian and international athlete, best known for his exploits in the Team GB 400m relay squad in the 1980's and 1990's. What’s that got to do with aviation? Take a listen to this episode to find out. #inspiringaviation #inspiringpeople #olympian #athlete #relay #aviation #generalaviation #msp #scottisparliament #brianwhittle #concorde #monkton #ayrshire #prestwick #prestwickairport #glasgow #theshortcircuit #podcast #politician #southsc...
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1 year ago
32 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 33 Young Voices, Student Jacob Haseldine talks about aerospace and his view of the future.
Full time student Jacob Haseldine discusses student life and how his fascination for the final frontier is directing his ambitions. This is the second 'Young Voices' special edition of the Podcast in which Mike talks to young people about their ambitions, desires and achievements in relation to aviation and aerospace. Whether they are still in education or starting their careers, we need to listen to the voices of today. Learning is a two way process and the future of aviation will depend on...
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1 year ago
26 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 32 Young Voices. 17 year old Amelia Richardson talks about her passion for flight
Full-time student Amelia Richardson explains how a she has managed to fly a jet, become a gliding instructor and how aviation has become the focus of her life. This is the first in our 'Young Voices' special editions of the Podcast in which Mike talks to young people about their ambitions, desires and achievements in relation to aviation. Whether they are still in education or starting their careers, we need to listen to the voices of today. Learning is a two way process and the futur...
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1 year ago
30 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 31 Stephen Breslin, CEO of Glasgow Science Centre, talks STEM, Sustainability and Simulators
Stephen explains how he went from plane spotting and model building to running a world class STEM facility. The Glasgow Science Centre hosts over 350,000 visitors a year and houses a mind boggling array of exhibits to stimulate and amaze. #inspiringaviation #glasgow #glasgowsciencecentre #CEO #leaders #leadership #science
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1 year ago
29 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 30 Adam Twidell of the FlexJet Group discusses the Future of Flight in Business Aviation
Adam, an experienced Pilot, Entrepreneur, Board Director and Leader within the FlexJet Group talks about his role looking at their investments in the Future of Flight; including eVTOLs and hydrogen powered aircraft and the associated infrastructure. #aviation #avgeek #avgeeks #sustainability #theshortcircuit #SustainableAviation #futureaviation #innovations #STEM #STEAM #youthdevelopment
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1 year ago
30 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 29 Peter Merlin, Author of Dreamland and Educator at Southern Illinois University
From growing up in Hollywood to gaining access to the secretive world at Groom Lake, Nevada (also known as Dreamland and several other names), Peter's life experience is one that will make many an aviation lover jealous. #groomlake #innovation #Aviation #aerospace #dreamland #STEM #stemeducation #STEAM #theshortcircuit #thespacerace #avgeeks #hollywood #educators #southernillinoisuniversity #groomlake #lifeexperience #avgeeks #aviationlo...
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1 year ago
32 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 28 Nancy Bsales on Sustainability in the Business Aviation sector, a view from the USA
Nancy Bsales, COO of 4Air, discusses how she came into aviation from the fashion world and is now helping the industry, especially the business aviation sector, tackle the issues surrounding sustainability. #aviation #theshortcircuit #GenerationAviation #sustainableaviation #FutureAviation #innovation #aviation #stem #steam #youthdevelopment #inspiringaviation #businessaviation #womeninaviation #sustainability #womeninbusiness #businessaviation
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1 year ago
28 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 27 Lifeline Airports. David Swanson tells us what it takes to keep John O'Groats in touch
A major employer in the region, critical lifeline for emergency services and stopping point for transatlantic ferry flights, Wick - John O'Groats airport is a vital part of the local community. David Swanson takes us behind the scenes. #wickairport #lifeline #inspiringstories #inspiringaviation #aviation #flying #STEAM #STEM #avgeeks #swiftaircraft #theshortcircuit #experience #youthdevelopment #stemactivities #teamwork #teaching #learningtransfer #emergencyserv...
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1 year ago
32 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 26 Aviation Writer Paul Eden discusses the range of career paths available in aviation
Paul talks about his experiences in the Business Aviation world and how the industry has changed and is developing. He highlights how & why this sector has genuine value in today's world and the opportunities it offers across the board.
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1 year ago
34 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 25 Cae Roberts talks about Naval Aviation Engineering and life afterwards in Civvy Street
Online entrepreneur and aircraft broker, Cae Roberts, gives us the background of how he joined the Royal Navy, served his time there and then re-entered civilian life to establish a brand new online business, giving not only an exciting living, but access to his main passion of General Aviation.
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1 year ago
26 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 24 Jake Brattle Team GB Glider Pilot and Navboys Entrepreneur talks about gliding
Jake discusses his love of gliding and explains how aviation, and gliding in particular, helps build skills and experience that are applicable in everyday life. Teamwork, decision making and confidence are just some of attributes that will be developed in that environment.
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1 year ago
31 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 23 Bill Goebel and the Hollywood Bomber project. Connecting the past to the future.
In Texas there is a project to revitalise a Twin Beech with a colourful history and turn it into a modern, accessible and exciting training / education asset. Leading the charge on this project is Bill Goebel. In this episode Bill explains the history and the plans for the future of the ambitious stem initiative.
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1 year ago
35 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 22 LAA Vice President Brian Davies discusses going from apprentice to Chief Engineer.
Brian Davies has worked through the system from school and building models through apprenticeships to become a Chief Engineer for a large Airline, building his own aircraft and holding the position of Vice President of the Light Aircraft Association. A man worth listening to indeed. @lightaircraftassociation4756 #inspiringstories #inspiringaviation #aviation #flying #stem #steam #swiftaircraft #theshortcircuit #avgeek #apprenticeships #...
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1 year ago
33 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 20 Ben Jarvis talks about Rockets, STEM/STEAM, Smoke and Flames and Neurodiversity. Brilliant!
Rocketeer and STEM/STEAM advocate Ben Jarvis discusses his activities and experiences in building rockets, launching small satellites and getting young people of all flavours involved in aerospace. #inspiringstories #stemeducation #aviation #flying #steam #avgeeks #inspiringaviation #swiftaircraft #rockets #neurodivergent #aerospace #aerospaceengineering #stem
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1 year ago
33 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 21 Dr Geoff Coxon from theSkylab talks STEM, Air Shows, and the Ayrshire Aviation Hub.
Dr Geoff Coxon, Medicinal Chemist, discusses theSkylab , the International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight and how overcoming a lack of confidence enabled his creativity to have a career in STEM. #inspiringstories #stemeducation #aviation #flying #steam #avgeeks #inspiringaviation #swiftaircraft #aerospace #aerospaceengineering #stem @glasgowprestwickairport3457 @southayrshirecouncil @NtlMuseumsScot
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1 year ago
34 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 19 Airbus A400M Engineer Steph Smith discusses the Atlas, STEM and how not to buy a plane
Steph Smith is a Licensed B1 Aircraft Engineer for AIrbus embedded at the Royal Air Force Brize Norton. She's also a #stemambassador , private pilot and total aviation enthusiast. #inspiringstories #inspiringaviation #aviation #flying #stem #steam #avgeeks #friendship #swiftaircraft #RAF #steam #theshortcircuit #avgeek #apprenticeship #apprenticeships #experience #inspiringpeople #youthdevelopment #stemactivities #teamwork #stemprojects #volunteering #teac...
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1 year ago
32 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 18 Jack Milnes. The man who got a bunch of kids to build and fly a proper aeroplane
There are certain people you encounter when you are young who are fundamental in your development. Jack Milnes was just that to a bunch of youngsters with the The Spirit of Goole stem project. It's now time to hear directly from the man who started it all. #inspiringstories #inspiringaviation #aviation #flying #steam #avgeeks #friendship #spiritofgoole #swiftaircraft #raf #rafc #tsog #kitplanes #theshortcircuit #avgeeks #apprenticeship&nbs...
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1 year ago
27 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 17 ATC Safety Manager, Instructor and Author Claire Hatton discusses her career
Based at Liverpool Airport, Claire not only is the Air Traffic Control Safety Manager but a member of the British Women's Pilots Association (BWPA), Flying Instructor and Author of 'You Have Control! Being a Better Flying Instructor', published by Airlife. Her career path has been forged from determination and focus having been captivated by flight in her teens. Her #inspiringstory shows what can be done by keeping your eyes on the prize.
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1 year ago
30 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 16 STEM Project Supervisor and Jump Pilot Chris Milnes talks passionately about flight
Chris Milnes discusses how he got into aviation and how he has used his enthusiasm to help inspire young people through the RAF Cadets (RAFAC) and The Spirit of Goole build a plane community youth project. His story is a classic case of Paying it forward, mentoring young people and introducing them to the world of flight.
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1 year ago
37 minutes

The Short Circuit
Episode 15 Electrical Avionics Fitter Rosina Chester talks about her role at Marshall Aerospace
Rosina Chester discusses how she progressed from being a cheeky girl at school girl who didn't pay attention, through apprenticeships and now looks after the venerable Hercules C-130 for Marshall Aerospace. With a passion for excitement and enough curiosity, Rosina is a great example of how #stem and #apprenticeships can help young people forge a great career. #inspiringstories #stemeducation #aviation #flying #steam #avgeeks #inspiringa...
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1 year ago
28 minutes

The Short Circuit
Today's chat is with MSP Brian Whittle, former Olympian and international athlete, best known for his exploits in the Team GB 400m relay squad in the 1980's and 1990's. What’s that got to do with aviation? Take a listen to this episode to find out. #inspiringaviation #inspiringpeople #olympian #athlete #relay #aviation #generalaviation #msp #scottisparliament #brianwhittle #concorde #monkton #ayrshire #prestwick #prestwickairport #glasgow #theshortcircuit #podcast #politician #southsc...