EP 227: Behind the Scenes of Metro Aviation’s Air Ambulance Operations with Director John Vance

Ready 4 Pushback

Nik Fialka

Business, Careers, Leisure, Aviation

4.8 • 716 Ratings

🗓️ 17 March 2025

⏱️ 47 minutes

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Summary

John Vance, Director of Operations at Metro Aviation, shares his journey from leaving the military for one of the top air ambulance providers. He discusses how Metro Aviation operates across the U.S., providing aircraft and pilots to support critical medical transport. John also highlights unique opportunities at Metro, including military SkillBridge programs, flexible commuting options, and the versatility of working in challenging environments. He breaks down the hiring process, emphasizing professionalism, good judgment, and being open to feedback. If you're interested in air ambulance operations, this episode gives you the insider knowledge to succeed.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How Metro Aviation supports air ambulance operations without directly providing medical care.

The importance of single-pilot IFR and NVG skills in air medical transport.

Career pathways, including military SkillBridge opportunities and flexible work locations.

Key traits Metro looks for in new hires—professionalism, humility, and good judgment.

How to reach out to Metro for career guidance and aviation opportunities.

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Transcript

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0:00.0	Hey, pilot. Welcome back to Ready for Pushback. I'm Nick Fialca, and today I am talking with the
0:07.0	Director of Operations at Metro Aviation, Mr. John Vance, and we had a great discussion about flying
0:14.7	fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters in an air ambulance situation all over the United States.
0:20.0	If you are a pilot who is looking for a great career and, you know,
0:26.2	stepping out of the airline world for a little bit and looking at other opportunities,
0:30.7	this is a great one.
0:32.7	Just the theme of today is just good people and being a good person and how their company is overflowing with just people you want to be around.
0:46.4	And it's a great opportunity to get some great flying and different parts of the United States.
0:52.3	And so if you're looking for something a little not traditionally airlines,
0:56.4	man, what a great conversation.
0:59.3	So I want you to sit back, relax.
1:03.1	Let's get ready for pushback.
1:05.7	Most pilots don't understand what career opportunities are available in the world of aviation.
1:12.0	They're making career decisions based on advice from friends or posts on internet forums,
1:17.7	meaning they are taking huge risks with their livelihood without having all the details.
1:22.9	This podcast was created to help you understand the aviation industry so you can find your dream job.
1:29.9	Let's get ready for pushback.
1:32.1	Here's your host and my dad, Nick Fialca.
1:36.8	All right, John Vance from Metro Aviation.
1:40.2	How are you, my friend?
1:41.7	I'm great.
1:42.2	How are you?
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