The Helicopter Podcast
Welcome to The Helicopter Podcast, with your host Halsey Schider!This podcast is for helicopter pilots, maintainers, and enthusiasts! Whether you've been in the industry for 30 years or are just someone that loves helicopters, this podcast is for you! The podcasts will feature guests from a wide array of industry sectors to have casual conversation, answer questions, give sound advice, and talk shop. Finally, a podcast produced by helicopter professionals for all types of helicopter people!
The Helicopter Podcast
Episode #89 - Flight Paramedic to Pilot: Walter Dusseldorp - The Helicopter Podcast
Welcome to The Helicopter Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!
In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider interviews Walter Dusseldorp, known as The Dutch Mentor, an executive coach in the healthcare industry and a helicopter and airplane pilot and enthusiast. Walter shares his remarkable journey in aviation, detailing his experience as a flight paramedic and his passion for sharing helicopter content on social media.
Halsey and Walter discuss the critical importance of crew resource management in air medical operations and the potential risks associated with bird strikes. Walter introduces his book, Flight Path Pioneers, a new aviator's handbook designed to provide guidance for aspiring pilots and support a scholarship fund for young aviators.
Throughout their conversation, they explore the learning process in aviation, emphasizing the significance of setting realistic goals and milestones. Walter shares valuable lessons from his own training, underscoring the importance of asking questions and being inquisitive.
For an excellent insight into his world, visit thedutchmentor.com or YouTube, and check out his book Flight Path Pioneers on Amazon!
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