In this two-part series, The Hangar Z Podcast host Jon Gray had the opportunity to speak with the CNC team in a panel-style conversation that covers a wide variety of important topics pertaining to public safety aviation.

Join us as we explore the cutting-edge world of CNC Technologies and their commitment to delivering your mission. This special in-person interview, available on The Hangar Z Podcast, was recorded just prior to HAI Heli-Expo 2024 in beautiful Beverly Hills, California, at the famous Lou’Mar restaurant.

CNC Technologies, a company renowned for its deep relationships with major equipment vendors, aircraft OEMs, and completion and integration facilities worldwide. These connections enable CNC to develop customized solutions tailored to each client’s unique mission profiles. They excel in creating long-range, HD video and data transmission networks, encrypted mobile communications tools for real-time surveillance, and robust systems designed for continuous operation in challenging environments.

The CNC team brings decades of experience in deploying local, national, and global communications networks, providing custom aerial surveillance, data transmission, and counterterrorism solutions.

With extensive expertise in supporting Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) projects funded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, CNC delivers tailored mission suite solutions for the world’s most demanding operators, backed by unparalleled 24/7 service and support.

Thank you to the sponsors: Vertical HeliCASTS, Metro Aviation, Collins Aerospace, Dallas Avionics, Robinson Helicopters, Wysong Enterprises

The Hangar Z Podcast

The Hangar Z Podcast interviews dive deep into the individuals who play crucial roles within aerial firefighting, search & rescue, EMS, and law enforcement sectors. Our episodes feature insightful conversations with pilots, tactical flight officers, flight nurses & paramedics, and the indispensable aircraft maintenance technicians who form the backbone of aviation unit operations.

Launched in August 2020, host Jon Gray, a retired police helicopter pilot in Southern California, pioneered the Hangar Z Podcast, which stands as the inaugural and sole podcast dedicated to celebrating and delving into the personnel and equipment integral to the realm of public safety aviation.

In November 2020, Jeff Ratkovich, a former Southern California police helicopter pilot and present EMS helicopter pilot in Tennessee, joined as co-host, further enriching the podcast’s perspectives.

By March 2023, Vertical-Valor Magazine recognized the significance of The Hangar Z and acquired it to expand the influence of Vertical Magazine into the Rotorcraft Industry. This collaboration serves the dual purpose of bolstering and nurturing The Hangar Z’s podcast listener base.