Episode Notes

Welcome to The Helicopter Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!

In this episode of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider welcomes Kodey Bogart, a seasoned aviator whose journey spans military medevac missions to civilian instruction. Kodey shares how her passion for helicopters led to flying air medical missions, both in National Guard UH-60s in Iraq and civilian helicopters in the U.S. She offers real-world insights into safety management systems (SMS), drawing from her military and civilian experience to advocate for a just culture and systemic safety across all operations. Kodey also discusses her passion project, Helo Girls, a children’s book series designed to inspire young readers—boys and girls alike—with accurate, safety-focused stories featuring female pilots. Join Halsey and Kodey for a conversation about resilience, practical safety, and inspiring the next generation.

To learn more about Kodey’s Safety Training and Consulting, visit: www.KBAviationSolutions.com

To learn more about Helo Girls and purchase your own copies, visit: www.HeloGirls.com

Thank you to our sponsors Airbus, Sellacopter and Vertical Magazine.