Insights

Discover practical wisdom and untold stories from every guest on the Aviation For Youth podcast. Whether you missed an episode or want to revisit key takeaways, this page gives you quick access to the most impactful lessons and career advice shared by industry leaders.

Joe Sprague

CEO of Hawaiian Airlines

Joe Sprague is the CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, overseeing operations, strategic planning, and corporate leadership across the airline.

Hovik Grozian

Captain at United

Hovik Grozian is a United Airlines captain, with decades of long-haul flying experience and deep insight into airline operations.

Xavier McHugh

Captain at Emirates

Xavier McHugh is a long-haul Emirates captain with two decades of experience flying widebody aircraft. He also serves as a simulator instructor and examiner there.

Konstantinos Kalligiannis

Professor in Aviation Management, IU University

Professor Dr Kalligiannis is an aviation consultant, educator, and Head of the Aviation Management program at IU International University.

Volodymyr Bilotkach

Professor in Aviation Management, Purdue

Volodymyr Bilotkach is an Associate Professor of Aviation Management at Purdue University and a leading expert in airline economics.

Khaled Zorai

Ex-Cabin Manager at Etihad

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Magic Bruzdowicz

Pilot at Delta

Magic Bruzdowicz is currently a pilot at Delta, flying the B757/B767 across the continent or even the ocean!

Enrico Pizzini

Retired Milan Bergamo Airport Director

Enrico Pizzini oversaw airside operations, emergency planning, and terminal coordination for one of Italy’s busiest airports.

More Coming Soon!

We’ve interviewed over 15 aviation professionals from around the world — with 8 insightful episodes currently in post-production. Stay tuned as we continue to spotlight the voices shaping the future of this dynamic industry!