High Altitude Insights: Navigating Conflict Zones

In this podcast episode, Alexander Mitchell and co-pilot Jared discuss their experiences flying in and out of conflict zones. Jared shares his background as a helicopter pilot in the Air Force and his work training foreign crews in Indonesia, the Philippines, Afghanistan, and Iraq. They discuss the different postures and levels of risk assessment in civilian airlines, State Department contracts, and military operations. They also talk about the challenges of communication and training in foreign languages and cultures, as well as the importance of preparation, situational awareness, and communication for passengers traveling to conflict zones.