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Mindy Lindheim has built a life in aviation that she never could have predicted when she took her first introductory flight.

In Episode 14 of Turning Base, Brandon Redeker sits down with Mindy to talk about going from pre-med to aviation, discovering the business side of the industry, flying professionally, selling aircraft, and restoring her 1957 Cessna 182, Mojo.

Mindy also takes us behind the scenes of the Captain John Doe podcast, where anonymous aviation stories turn into equal parts entertainment and education, and explains how a longtime aircraft-sales relationship eventually led to hernewest adventure: owning North Georgia Aviation.

Plus, we talk weather decision-making, professional flying habits, P-51s, flying with the Blue Angels, and where Mindy would take Mojo with perfect weather and full tanks.

It's a fun conversation about airplanes, business, opportunities, and building a life around aviation.

There's a lot more happening at your local airport than what you can see from the other side of the fence.

In Episode 13 of Turning Base, Brandon sits down with Emily Herron, Airport Manager of Henderson City-County Airport (EHR) in Henderson, Kentucky.

Emily shares how she went from growing up flying a family Piper Cub to managing a public-use airport, and why she believes airports, FBOs, maintenance shops, flight schools, tenants, and their surrounding communities all work best when they seethemselves as part of the same team.

We talk about Henderson's $14 million runway project and nearly six-month airport closure, the importance of communication between airport management andon-field businesses, and why general aviation airports have a much bigger impact on their communities than many people realize.

We also get into the fun side of aviation. Emily tells the story of the 1946 Piper Cub that's been in her family for 77 years, describes her perfect fall flight into a Kentucky grass strip, and gives us a few places to eat if we ever fly into Henderson.

It's a conversation about airports, business, community, and why there's a lot more happening behind that airport fence than most people realize.                           

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Managing international private aviation isn't a standard 9-to-5 job, it is a 24/7 commitment that spans global time zones, complex permits, and high-stakes client expectations.

In Episode 12 of the Turning Base Podcast, Brandon and Bryan Redeker sit down with Brett Corter, Senior Private Aviation Advisor, to explore how international flight coordination and relationship-driven air charter really work behind the scenes.

Brett shares what it's like working across a 12-hour time-zone spread, how he handled an urgent request to get a client out of Argentina overnight, and why building a trusted international network matters when clients need solutions fast. We also talk about his philosophy that "good people know good people" and why relationships remain such an important part of private aviation.

Plus, we talk favorite global destinations, TSA-free travel advantages, and why the Citation X remains a legendary favorite on the ramp!

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In Episode 11 of the Turning Base Podcast, Brandon Redeker is joined by special guest Clayton Corn, CAM, President of Scissortail Aviation Advisors, commercial pilot, and certified aviation management consultant.Clayton pulls back the curtain on the business aviation consulting world, diving into:The Broker vs. Operator Dynamic: Managing AOG (Aircraft on the Ground) expectations and building an uncompromising safety culture.The Real Cost of Jet Ownership: Why first-time buyers are shocked by crew salaries, recurrent sim training costs, and retention challenges.AI on the Ramp: How new mobile computer vision tech can scan decades of handwritten logbooks in seconds and streamline Part 135 aircraft conformity.The Industry Myth: Why business jets aren't just "luxury toys," but essential time machines supported by a massive blue-collar network of pilots, mechanics, and line techs.
Check out the full episode notes, resources, and our free Aviation Business Toolkit over at:

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In Episode 10 of the Turning Base Podcast, Brandon and Bryan Redeker hit double digits in the hangar to break down "Ramp Dominance: How Pilots Find You Before They Land."Ditch the outdated paper directories, today’s pilots rely on ForeFlight, Garmin Pilot, Apple Maps, and mobile search to make real-time operational decisions. We break down the exact how to remove the friction every FBO needs on its digital profile, including verified fuel hours, ramp photos, ground transportation details, and clean pilot lounges.Plus, stick around for our news breakdown covering major Oshkosh announcements: The new Cirrus TRAC 10 clean-sheet 3-seat trainer. Swift Fuels expanding FAA 100R unleaded approval to 1,200+ engine models. The FAA debuting mobile digital IFR clearances inside flight appsCheck out the full episode notes, resources, and our free Aviation Business Toolkit over at: 👉 https://www.redimarketing.net

In Episode 9 of Turning Base, Brandon is flying solo and sitting down for a fascinating conversation with commercial real estate developer Pete Oleszczuk. Pete has spent the last 14 years utilizing corporate aviation infrastructure, ranging from workhorse King Air turboprops to high-performance HondaJets and cutting-edge Diamond DA62 pistons, to lock in a dominant competitive edge in his industry.Discover the true operational drain of the 16-hour commute and learn how a corporate aircraft can rescue an executive from wasting full workweeks trapped behind a steering wheel. Pete breaks down the exact FBO scorecard, revealing what high-value commercial clients actually look for on the ramp, from proactive line technicians to the basic human hospitality that traditional corporate networks often lose track of.Plus, we break down the operational anatomy of the twin-engine Diamond DA62, detailing why its wide fuselage capacity is perfect for business teams, how its hyper-efficient fuel burn limits overhead, and how an in-flight engine failure proved the absolute necessity of multi-engine redundancies when navigating changing weather environments.(And we look back at a breathtaking night flight across the crystal-clear skies of the Straits of Mackinac!)Check out the full episode notes, resources, and our embedded multimedia player over at: https://www.redimarketing.net

Host: Brandon Redeker

Guest: Pete Oleszczuk#CorporateAviation #DA62 #RealEstateDevelopment #FBOOperations #AviationMarketing #TurningBase

In Episode 8 of Turning Base, Brandon and Bryan Redeker sit down with private aviation advisor, and co-founder of Palm Beach Jets, Alex Kowtun.

Alex outlines why sophisticated clients, family offices, and flight departments are rejecting transactional brokers and shifting toward client-side advisory models. Discover the "Stockbroker vs. Family Office" analogy and learn why elite travelers focus entirely on long-term mission suitability, vetting pilot experience, operator safety records, and specific airframe limits rather than hunting for the cheapest quote on a generic search engine.

Check out the full episode notes, resources, and our embedded multimedia player over at:

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In Episode 7 of Turning Base, Brandon and Bryan Redeker dive deep into your company's customer and prospect database to expose the massive difference between renting an audience and owning your digital dirt. We break down why relying entirely on tech platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, or Instagram places your FBO or flight school at the mercy of shifting big tech algorithms.  We look back at our early roots using community marketing to help launch major products for Ford long before the word "influencer" even existed, and layout the exact blueprint to migrate prospects out of the rented DMs and straight into your own communication loop. Discover the structural dangers of trying to run email updates out of a personal Outlook or Gmail inbox, and why hitting "Blind CC" on a generic list can permanently ruin your corporate domain's email reputation.  Plus, we detail the real superpower of direct-response marketing infrastructure: building automated, targeted email sequences that act as a 24/7 salesperson to keep your flight line and maintenance bays full while your team is sound asleep.  

Episode 6 is a special interview with Jennifer Bares from Grand Haven Memorial Airpark (3GM) and Vice Chairman of the Grand Haven Aviation Association. 

We talk about the history of the airport, community events like Dawn Patrol and Trunk or Treat, the economic impact of general aviation, and why community support is critical to the future of local airports. Jennifer also shares stories about the airport's history, unique aircraft that have visited 3GM, favorite local restaurants for visiting pilots, and what excites her most about the future of aviation in West Michigan. 

Whether you're a pilot, airport supporter, or simply curious about how local airports serve their communities, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.  

How do you know what kind of budget you should actually put toward your airport's digital infrastructure?

In Episode 5 of Turning Base, Brandon and Bryan Redeker crack open the budgeting "black box" to reveal the exact math behind general aviation growth. We strip away the mystery and break down the 5% to 12% revenue model, showing you exactly how to align your budget with your operation's specific mission profile.

Discover how to determine if your FBO or flight school belongs in Maintenance Mode (protecting your baseline at 5%) or Accelerated Growth Mode (injecting 12% to 20% into aggressive lead generation). Plus, we show you why analyzing your marketing budget mirrors a standard aircraft weight and balance calculation.

We also dive into the latest industry news moving across the wire:

The ADSB Fee Battle: Why the FAA stepped in to delay Falcon Field’s controversial $20 touch-and-go landing fee program.

Stadium Airspace: Massive new drone TFRs issued for the upcoming World Cup, and how Duncan Aviation is scaling up 24/7 parts logistics to support the iron on the ground.

Check out the full episode notes, resources, and our embedded multimedia player over at:

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What exactly are you supposed to be building when it comes to your marketing infrastructure? 🛩️In Episode 4 of Turning Base, Brandon and Bryan Redeker pull back to 10,000 feet to rescue owners from the absolute chaos of disjointed marketing tools. We strip away the noise and break down the complete Aviation Growth System into three mandatory, non-negotiable operational disciplines: Leads, Follow-Up, and Conversion.We share a cautionary, real-world story of a broken online contact form that went unnoticed for weeks, and look at the actual plumbing of your revenue using an aircraft fuel system analogy (Leads = Fuel Tank, Follow-Up = Line Leak, Conversion = Choked Injectors).Plus, we unpack Michael Gerber's legendary business classic, "The E-Myth Revisited," to expose the fatal "technician trap" that turns world-class mechanics, pilots, and instructors into absolute prisoners of their own hangars.(And yes, we also settle the ultimate scientific debate regarding the magical internal smoke that powers modern aircraft electronics!) 💨📺Host:Brandon RedekerBryan Redeker

Why is the marketing budget always the first thing an FBO, MRO, or charter operator cuts when times get tight?

In Episode 3 of Turning Base, Brandon and Bryan Redeker break down the ultimate mindset shift for general aviation leaders: why you need to stop treating your marketing like a variable electric bill, and start looking at it like a permanent, revenue-generating asset—just like a physical hangar or a fuel truck.

We dive deep into the severe financial and technical liabilities of buying "lazy" cold email lists, and how doing it can permanently destroy your corporate domain's email reputation.

Plus, we break down the latest breaking aviation news affecting infrastructure across the country:

The 2030 100LL Sunset: The FAA’s hard deadline to phase out low-lead fuel, and the massive competitive marketing advantage it creates for regional trial fields.

Modernizing the Skies: The DOT’s new $800 million investment to replace 1960s-era Air Traffic Control facility equipment and servers.

Check out the full episode notes, resources, and our embedded multimedia player over at:

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In Episode 2 of Turning Base, we talk about the “Clarity Tax” and how airports, FBOs, and aviation businesses lose opportunities simply because people can’t quickly figure out who they are, what they do, or why they should stop there instead of somewhere else.

When pilots are planning a trip, picking a fuel stop, or deciding where to land, those decisions are usually happening long before the airplane ever touches the runway.

We also get into Oshkosh trips, fuel stops, mobile flight planning, younger pilots, Google searches, and how pilots actually make decisions today.

Turning Base is an aviation business and marketing podcast focused on helping FBOs, MROs, charter operators, flight schools, and aviation businesses grow through better communication, stronger systems, and real-world marketing insights.

Hosted by brothers Brandon and Bryan Redeker, the show blends aviation culture, business strategy, marketing, industry news, leadership, and personal experience from a lifetime around airports and airplanes.

From small-town airports and airshows to marketing systems, customer experience, and the future of aviation business, each episode is designed to bring practical ideas, thoughtful conversations, and genuine enthusiasm for aviation.

Topics include:

Aviation marketing

FBO growth and visibilityAirport and community engagementCustomer experienceEmail marketing and lead generationAviation industry newsAircraft ownership and pilot cultureLeadership, branding, and business strategy

Whether you run an aviation business, work in the industry, fly for fun, or just love aviation, Turning Base is built for people who believe aviation deserves better conversations and better marketing.

New episodes released regularly.