EAC Aviation Podcast

“Could you introduce yourself and the project you're building?”

This is a standard opening to establish the guest's identity and the focus of the conversation.

“Can you explain the history of your company and what's happening now?”

The host asks this to clarify a company's current status, especially after a major event like a rebranding or hiatus.

“What got you so excited about this particular airframe or engine to build a business around it?”

This question seeks to uncover the personal passion and motivation behind the guest's professional venture.

“What are the specs on the aircraft, like horsepower ranges and capacities?”

A direct, technical question to get key performance data for the builder audience.

“What materials are your aircraft built from?”

This question targets the core construction technology of the kit, a key consideration for builders.

“Which engines are you suggesting for the kits?”

A crucial question for any kit builder, focusing on firewall-forward options and compatibility.

“Can you walk me through what the first day of work would look like in the builder assist program?”

This helps potential customers visualize the building process and understand what they're getting into.

“Is the construction mostly [method A] or is [method B] involved?”

The host uses this format to clarify the specific building techniques required, such as riveting vs. bolting.

“What would be your estimate for the hours to build the airframe?”

This sets a realistic expectation for the time commitment involved in the project.

“What's the limiting factor for the [performance metric, e.g., one-hour flight time]?”

This question probes the technical constraints and trade-offs of a particular design, especially with new technology.

“What are the bare minimum tools needed to start building one of your kits?”

An essential question for an aspiring builder to assess the initial investment required.

“Which aircraft designs will be carried forward with the new company?”

Asked after a company restructuring or sale to clarify the future product line for customers.