Our discussion between Patrick Kraus, Managing Director and COO of Jet Midwest, and Gene Hart, Regional Manager with HRD Aero Systems, continues. They discuss the aviation industry, including the maintenance and overhaul of safety equipment like emergency slides, fire extinguishers, and oxygen bottles. They delve into the pandemic’s impact on maintenance schedules, and the challenges of manpower acquisition and retention in the aviation sector. Hart touches on HRD's approach to recruiting and training employees and the diversity of HRD's services, including support for helicopter operations. Their conversation emphasizes HRD's commitment to safety and quality work, reflecting their pride that their safety equipment reliably when needed.