Fly Girls' Guide to Aviation Careers

About Fly Girls' Guide to Aviation Careers

Hosted by aviation CEO, FAA board alum, and high-performance business coach René Banglesdorf, Fly Girls’ Guide is the go-to podcast for women who want to launch, grow, or pivot their careers in aviation. From the cockpit to the control tower, you’ll hear candid conversations with female pilots, mechanics, executives, air traffic controllers, and more—each sharing their stories, struggles, and the bold moves that got them where they are. Whether you’re just discovering the skies or already leading at 30,000 feet, this show will equip you with real mentorship, practical insights, and the inspiration to chart your own course in the aviation industry. Let’s build the future of aviation together—one Fly Girl at a time.

Publisher

René Banglesdorf

Category

business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Aug 2025

Latest episode

1 Dec 2025

Latest episodes

36 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Dec 2025

   Managing the Details That Keep Private Jets Moving: Megan Knox

   In this episode, René interviews Megan Knox, Senior Operations Manager at a Part 135 charter company in Centennial, Colorado. Megan’s career started with a love of flying, earning her private, instrument, and commercial ratings. But after 9/11, she pivoted into scheduling, dispatch, and compliance roles. That decision opened the door to a long and impactful career behind the scenes, where she ensures flights, crews, and operations run smoothly. Tune in as they discuss: How Megan built her avi...

2. 

   24 Nov 2025

   How Media and Storytelling Shape The Future of Aviation: Liz Moscrop

   In this episode, René chats with Liz Moscrop about her unique career combining aviation, messaging, and video production. From early days in journalism to building a global media company focused on the aviation sector, Liz shares what it takes to simplify complex topics, lead with purpose, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. Tune in as they discuss: How Liz turned a background in media (and even stand-up comedy!) into an aviation careerThe growing role of storytelling in shaping in...

3. 

   24 Nov 2025

   Reducing Pilot Workload and Keeping Flight Operations Running Smoothly: Sarah Heugel

   In this episode of the Fly Girls’ Guide Podcast, René sits down with Sarah Heugel, an aviation professional whose career has spanned dispatch, operations, and leadership. From her early days in scheduling to taking on complex safety and management responsibilities, Sarah shares her path through the industry and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Tune in as they discuss: How Sarah transitioned from dispatch into operations leadership at a major airlineWhat she’s learned about balancing c...

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

13 ratings

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