The Hangar Z Podcast

The Hangar Z Podcast The podcast exploring the personnel and equipment behind the missions in public safety aviation.
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08/28/2026

The latest two-part series of the Hangar Z Podcast highlights the Blades of Valor initiative and what it takes to document the people, aircraft, and incredible missions that are shaping excellence in public safety aviation.

The crew behind the 2026 Blades of Valor Tour Jack Schonely, Jon Gray, Brent Bundy, and Scott Kellerman pulls back the curtain on the development of the Blades of Valor program and shares behind-the-scenes stories from across three years of promoting excellence in public safety aviation. From coordinating air-to-air photo flights to capturing frontline crews in action, they break down how a vision turned into one of the year’s most impactful aviation media initiatives.

A huge thank you to our 2026 Blades of Valor sponsors, Aviation Specialties Unlimited and Dallas Avionics, for making this project possible.

📸 & 🎥 by: .mike

08/26/2026

In Part 1 of our special two-part series, we’re pulling back the curtain on the Blades of Valor Tour!

Jack Schonely and Jon Gray sit down with editor-at-large & photographer Brent Bundy and photographer/videographer Scott Kellerman to take you completely behind the scenes. Together, the team has traveled across the country over the first three years of the Blades of Valor Tour, promoting excellence in public safety aviation through print, video, high-impact photography, and the podcast.

In this episode, we break down:

* The incredible hospitality from host units along the way
* The detailed safety planning and coordination required for high-stakes air-to-air photo shoots
* The late nights, chaos, road stories, and laughs behind the lens

If you want the real story of how the features and visuals in Vertical Valor and Hangar Z come to life, this one’s for you.

Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or watch on YouTube!

A huge thank you to our 2026 Blades of Valor sponsors, Aviation Specialties Unlimited and Dallas Avionics, for making this project possible.

One of the best parts about the Hangar Z podcast is building genuine friendships that span the globe.Mrs. Z and I recent...
08/25/2026

One of the best parts about the Hangar Z podcast is building genuine friendships that span the globe.

Mrs. Z and I recently had the chance to catch up in San Diego with our good friend Richard Brandon and his wife, Sharon.

For those who tuned into Episode 67, Richard brought an incredible depth of insight from his 30-year law enforcement career with the London Metropolitan Police and his work as the Aviation Capability Manager for the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC).

Beyond being a powerhouse advocate for European public safety aviation and a key part of the Hangar Z team, he’s and his wife are simply top-notch company.

This community isn’t just about aircraft and operations, it’s about the friendships we develop and the dedicated, down-to-earth people across the world who make this mission-driven family what it is.

08/22/2026

The best part about being on the road is running across good friends like the crew at the Oxford Alabama Air Support Unit.

We first visited them during the inaugural Blades of Valor tour, and they’re still out here doing outstanding work. Huge thanks to the team for the hospitality.

08/18/2026

Part III of our conversation with Retired San Diego PD Command Pilot and TFO Todd Jagger is now live.

Part III goes I depth into the tank pursuit, one of the wildest moments we’ve ever discussed on Hangar Z. It’s a must-listen if you want the full story behind the video, the decisions, and the lessons that still matter today.

08/14/2026

Six years of The Hanger Z Podcast and we’re celebrating with a powerhouse of a series featuring Retired San Diego PD Command Pilot and TFO Todd Jagger. From hard-earned lessons to unforgettable stories, this one is packed with insight, honesty, and the kind of experience that shaped an entire industry. Don’t miss our 6th anniversary episode.

07/22/2026

That’s a wrap on APSCON 2026! Next stop, the ECHO Public Safety Aviation Conference September 20-23. Look forward to seeing you all there!

(Spoiler alert: Jack Schonely is teaching one of his last classes at ECHO 2026!)

Thank you to everyone who visited us at APSCON you always pump us up for the remaining part of the year. To keep the vibe going, enjoy this awesome video created by none other than Lloyd Horgan!

07/02/2026

Big things are happening at Hangar Z Podcast this July! We’ve got an incredible lineup of episodes and guests coming your way that you won’t want to miss.

Stay tuned as we dive deep into the latest in aviation and public safety. What topics are you hoping we cover this month? Let us know below! 👇

06/23/2026

We constantly talk about the importance of using social media to promote your aviation program and law enforcement agency. Now, we’ve brought in an expert to help!

In our latest two-part series on the Hangar Z Podcast, Jon Gray and Jack Schonely sit down with Tamrin Olden, founder of TOC Public Relations. 

We dive deep into why a strategic digital presence is mission-critical for modern public safety. Learn how to move past “paralysis by analysis,” ditch the vanity metrics, and use authentic storytelling to build community trust, justify budgets, and boost recruitment. 

Whether you’re a unit leader or command staff, this episode is your tactical starter pack for effective communication. 

Learn more about Tamrin’s work at www.tocpublicrelations.com/

06/15/2026

We are breaking down some serious topics including the response to 9/11 as well as entry into Inadvertent Instrument Meteorological Conditions (flying into the clouds). with someone who has actually lived it. In this three-part series, Retired NYPD Lt. Glenn Daley shares the hard lessons, the realities of the job, and what it really takes to succeed when the pressure is on. If you are serious about aviation, this three-part series is one you don’t want to miss.

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