Our Mission: Help Launch Tomorrow’s Aviation Enthusiasts and Professionals
The Future In Flight Podcast is dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation of aviation enthusiasts and professionals. By sharing compelling stories, expert insights, and real-world experiences from industry leaders, the podcast provides valuable guidance for young pilots, engineers, air traffic controllers, and aviation innovators.
Through engaging conversations and in-depth discussions, The Future In Flight Podcast serves as a launchpad for aspiring individuals, equipping them with the knowledge, motivation, and connections needed to soar in the dynamic world of aviation.
Latest Episode
Smoke On! – Jeremy Meyers and The Passion That Fuels Aviation Dreams
In this episode of The Future in Flight Podcast, host Shawn Staerker sits down with Jeremy Meyers—Air Force Tech Sergeant, Crew Chief for the NextGen Eagles Aerobatic Formation Team, and founder of Breaks Off Media. From a childhood spark ignited by the Thunderbirds to thousands of hours teaching airmen across 21 aircraft platforms, Jeremy shares his journey through the world of aviation and his mission to uplift the next generation.
We also explore the science and history of air show smoke systems and close the episode with a feature on the docu-series Airshow, highlighting the risks, passion, and tight-knit community behind the scenes of some of aviation’s boldest performers.
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Meet Your Host
Shawn Staerker brings contagious excitement to every episode of the Future in Flight Podcast. Broadcasting from “a hangar somewhere near the flightline,” he combines his decade of storytelling experience with a deep love of aviation to create compelling content that both educates and entertains.
Through powerful narratives and engaging interviews, Shawn shares his passion while building a community of fellow aviation enthusiasts. When he’s not behind the microphone, you’ll find him exactly where you’d expect – somewhere outside, head tilted skyward, probably distracted by either “dogs or airplanes.” And he wouldn’t have it any other way.
