Rotary Wing Show - Interviews from the Helicopter Industry

Stay current on the world of helicopters with The Rotary Wing Show—your go-to podcast for helicopter news, pilot stories, and aircrew insights.Each episode brings you the latest helicopter industry news, real-world experiences from pilots and crew, and practical advice for those flying—or aspiring to fly—rotorcraft professionally or recreationally. From air medical and firefighting to military, utility, and offshore operations, we cover the full spectrum of helicopter missions and career paths.You'll hear firsthand accounts from experienced aviators around the globe, plus in-depth coverage of new technologies, safety issues, and aircraft developments. Whether you're in flight school, flying EMS, running sling ops, or just passionate about helicopters, The Rotary Wing Show delivers valuable insight from those who live and breathe rotary aviation.Hosted by aviation author and helicopter pilot Max Trescott, the show is part of the Aviation News Talk Network.📡 Visit https://rotarywingshow.com for show notes, photos, and more.✈️ Follow us for updates, behind-the-scenes extras, and links to the latest helicopter news stories.Keywords: Helicopter podcast, helicopter news, helicopter pilot stories, rotary aviation, helicopter aircrew, rotorcraft careers, aviation podcast, helicopter safety

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Eey Eee

nearly unintelligible

rws-91 could use some sound engineering. guest being interviewed is echoing like he’s across the room from his microphone. even worse his volume is much lower than the interviewer (who is also fairly quiet). At full volume on headphones I managed to follow some of the conversation. if you listen to podcasts in a car, don’t bother.
DevinTX

Excellent content

As a new pilot, it is very helpful to listen in on these candid conversations and shop talk. Thank you for the great content!
A79BW

Not a pilot

But still great content and applicable to all people who enjoy flying helicopters or just being around the stories. This is a must listen
straightuphelicopters

Great stuff

I gotta say I have been following Rotary Wing show for several years now and have learned many valuable lessons. ~Thanks Mick
James_SEL

Great source for information and passion

This podcast is an awesome resource for anyone looking for thoughtfully selected and quality information on helicopter operations and rotary wing flying in gereral. The creator has a passion for avaition and it comes through on the podcast and really makes the epidoses enjoyable. As a fixed wing pilot and current helicopter pilot student, the topics are in-depth enough to be useful but no so much to be inaccessable to those outside aviation. The wide range of topics are also a big plus. From mental health, to old war flying stories, to current day ops. If you're looking to fulfill your curiosity on helicopters or looking for quality technical information, I can't recommend this show enough. Well done.
eaglefall

Great for pilots and crews alike

So l am not a helicopter pilot, but I have been a loadmaster on a helicopter crew. I love to use this podcast to stay up to on the industry. I would highly suggest this podcast for anyone working around a helipad.
GentleEntry

Love it!

I'm a commercial pilot with flight instructor rating. I really enjoy the stories and information in the rotorcraft industry. Keep up the awesome podcast
lode.starr

If you're into helicopters, this is a great listen

Mick hosts wonderfully eclectic rotary wing professionals, with a fun interview style that shows his passion for both helicopters and those who share that passion. I listened to episodes 1-45 in about 2 months and look forward to more. Thanks Mick!
Krisjs1767

Wonderful resource for helo community

Thank you for performing this valuable service for the helicopter community. As you said in the opening episode, it’s a small community and you can learn a lot from the experiences of your fellow pilots.
tried it once

Love it

After finding this podcast I've referred it to may of my helicopter pilot friends. I listen to these while at work and on long drives. Outstanding job and I look forward to each new interview.
Wuthsns

Great Show

I really enjoy the show. Great information on multiple different subjects. Keep up the awesome work Mick!
No mountains in FL

Excellent helicopter pilot resource

I'm disappointed in the non-professionalism often evident in helicopter pilot forums these days. Not so here. Mick does an awesome job of bringing the vast knowledge of some very interesting and experienced pilots to us all. His interviews are very professional and well prepared and his positive attitude and enthusiasm for this industry are a breath of fresh air. Kudos!
Carl Olson Jr

Top notch vertical flight coverage

Love Mick’s coverage of all things helicopter. A great resource for vertical flight technique, news, application, and more.
midnightprowler1960

Excellent

While I am not a pilot, I am a big fan of helicopters, have been as long as I can remember. I find this podcast fascinating. Keep up the good work Mick!
Omonies

Excellent Podcast

As a low time pilot looking for ways to advance my career I am always searching for ways to learn about the industry and find new networks. Mick is doing a great job of getting otherwise hard to find information out to those who need it.