Episode 51 – Steve Bruneau – People in Aviation are So Cool

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Elevating Safety in Business Aviation

In this episode of the LD Aviation Podcast, we sit down with Steve Bruneau, Vice President of Aviation at Polaris Aero and Secretary of the NBAA Safety Committee. With a master’s degree in aerospace engineering, Steve originally aspired to become an astronaut, but his journey led him to the business aviation industry, where he has made significant contributions to aviation safety.

Steve shares his passion for safety and discusses how the VOCUS suite of safety management solutions utilizes science to identify high fatigue areas in business aviation schedules, offering proactive solutions that are reshaping the safety landscape. Despite the vast and diverse nature of the aviation industry, Steve emphasizes its close-knit community, the importance of teamwork, and the role of cutting-edge technology in solving real-world problems.

Steve’s involvement in the NBAA Safety Committee—which includes 80 members covering 12 safety focus areas—demonstrates his deep commitment to enhancing safety standards across the industry. He provides insights from his two years on the committee, including his work on the National Safety Forum, the Single Pilot Safety Stand Down, and pooling safety resources for the NBAA.

Join us for a conversation with Steve Bruneau, where we explore how strategic thinking and collaboration continue to elevate safety in business aviation.

Key Takeaways:

  • Steve’s journey from aspiring astronaut to VP of Aviation at Polaris Aero.
  • The role of the VOCUS suite in enhancing safety management in business aviation.
  • The importance of teamwork and technology in solving aviation safety challenges.
  • Insights from Steve’s work on the NBAA Safety Committee and his contributions to the National Safety Forum and Single Pilot Safety Stand Down.
  • The close-knit nature of the aviation industry and the value of strategic thinking in achieving groundbreaking solutions.

Guest Information:

Host Information:

Lindsay Dyer | LinkedIn

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