Paul T. Glessner, John Goglia, General Lloyd Newton and Izzy Lozada on How to Build a Lasting, Impactful Career in Aviation

About this episode

This episode features a panel of aviation professionals discussing how to build a lasting career in the industry.

In the world of aviation, there are countless ways to make a difference and build a long, satisfying career. Whether you want to fix airplanes as an aircraft mechanic or delve into the business side of aerospace, opportunities are waiting in every corner of the airport and repair shop. To share expertise and insights on the aviation workforce, this episode of the Aviation Pros Podcast features four professionals from different areas of the industry: Paul T. Glessner: Founder and CEO of Executive Jet Support Services (EJSS) John Goglia: Aviation safety expert and mechanic, former NTSB board member General Lloyd “Fig” Newton: Retired four-star USAF general and Thunderbirds pilot Izzy Lozada: Founder & CEO of Choice Jet Group Corporation and finance expert Combining perspectives from maintenance and engineering operations, the United States Air Force and Wall Street, this panel shares valuable reflections on how to get into the aviation industry and stay there.

People in this episode

Host: AviationPros

Guests: Paul T. Glessner, John Goglia, General Lloyd Newton, Izzy Lozada

Topics covered

• aviation career
• workforce development
• aviation safety
• aircraft maintenance
• business in aerospace

Keywords

• aviation
• career
• aircraft mechanic
• business
• safety
• engineering
• workforce

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Executive Jet Support Services, Choice Jet Group Corporation, NTSB, United States Air Force, AviationPros

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