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From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast

Hosted by McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville TN · leisure · EN-US · 70 episodes

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Like a beacon leading a plane to the runway, this podcast guides you through the innerworkings of one of the nation’s fastest-growing airports. In episodes shorter than a flight from Knoxville to Atlanta, join us as we share stories about aviation in East Tennessee.

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What is From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast about?

Like a beacon leading a plane to the runway, this podcast guides you through the innerworkings of one of the nation’s fastest-growing airports. In episodes shorter than a flight from Knoxville to Atlanta, join us as we share stories about aviation in East Tennessee.

Who hosts From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast?

From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast is hosted by McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville TN. The show has published 70 episodes to date.

What has From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Drones at TYS: The Rules, Risks and Future of Unmanned Aircraft" (31 August 2026, 24 minutes), "Flying Smarter: Inside the World of Cirrus Aircraft" (20 July 2026, 20 minutes), and "Discovering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Friends of the Smokies" (15 June 2026, 27 minutes).

How often does From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast publish?

From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 28 minutes across 70 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast?

Booking probability for From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast requires a Pod Score of 82 or higher. From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.

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The strongest fits for From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast are Airports & Aviation Services. From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast has a leisure audience.

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McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville TN hosts From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast, a leisure show with 70 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast

    Drones at TYS: The Rules, Risks and Future of Unmanned Aircraft

    Aug 31, 202624 min

    Drones are changing the way industries work—and airports are no exception. In this episode of From the Runway Up , Becky and Caitlin talk with Katie Ryan, an airside operations specialist at the Metropolitan Knoxville...

  • Episode #6

    Flying Smarter: Inside the World of Cirrus Aircraft

    Jul 20, 202620 minS3

    In this episode of From the Runway Up, Becky and Caitlin sit down with Matt Bergwall, Executive Director of the Vision Jet product line at Cirrus Aircraft, to explore why Cirrus has become one of the biggest innovators...

  • From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast

    Discovering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Friends of the Smokies

    Jun 15, 202627 minS0

    Join us in this episode as we explore the beauty, history, and community importance of the most visited national park in America—the Great Smoky Mountains. Dana Soehn, president and CEO of Friends of the Smokies, shares...

  • From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast

    Discovering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Friends of the Smokies

    Jun 15, 202627 min

    Join us in this episode as we explore the beauty, history, and community importance of the most visited national park in America—the Great Smoky Mountains. Dana Soehn, president and CEO of Friends of the Smokies, shares...

  • Episode #4

    Low Fares, High Stakes: Breaking Down Spirit Airlines’ Closure

    May 12, 202633 minS3

    What happens when a major ultra-low-cost airline shuts down? In this episode of The Runway Up, the team sits down with aviation industry analyst Bill Swelbar and Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority Vice President...

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    Puppies, Planes & Purpose: Inside Pilots to the Rescue

    Mar 23, 202626 minS0
  • From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast

    Airpower & Community: A Historic Win for Knoxville’s Air Guard

    Feb 23, 202629 minS0

    <h4><b>Episode Summary</b></h4> <p>In this episode of From the Runway Up, Becky and Caitlin sit down with <b>Colonel Ronald Selvidge Jr.</b>, Wing Commander of the 134th Air Refueling Wing at McGhee Tyson Air National...

  • Episode #1

    A Legacy of Service: Honoring Retired Chief of Public Safety Tom Aiken

    Jan 26, 202631 minS3

    <p><b>Episode Summary</b></p> <p>In this special episode of From the Runway Up, hosts Becky and Caitlin sit down with retired Chief of Public Safety W. Tom Aiken to reflect on his extraordinary 46-year career at McGhee...

  • Episode #14

    Airship Aviation: History, Technology, and the Goodyear Legacy

    Dec 8, 2025—S2

    <p>In this episode of From the Runway Up, Becky and Caitlin take listeners inside one of the most recognizable aircraft in the world—the Goodyear Blimp. When a scheduled Knoxville flyover was canceled, the hosts went...

  • Episode #13

    Southwest Lands in Knoxville: Inside the Decision to Join TYS

    Nov 17, 202526 minS2

    <p>Episode Summary</p> <p>In this milestone episode of From the Runway Up, Becky and Caitlin sit down with Adam DeCaire, Senior Vice President of Network Planning & Network Operations Control at Southwest Airlines, for...

  • From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast

    Ghosts, Gargoyles, and Graves: The Spooky Side of Airports

    Oct 27, 202523 minS0

    <p>In this special Halloween edition of From the Runway Up, Becky and Caitlin take listeners on a spirited journey through the eerie legends, mysterious artwork, and paranormal tales that haunt the aviation world. From...

  • Episode #11

    Redundancy, Repairs, and RONs: The Secrets of Safe Flight

    Sep 29, 2025—S2

    <p>Redundancy, Repairs, and RONs: The Secrets of Safe Flight</p> <p><b>Hosts:</b> Becky & Caitlin, Public Relations, McGhee Tyson Airport</p> <p><b>Guest:</b> Jay McKinley, General Manager of PSA Airlines’ Maintenance...

  • Episode #10

    Planes, Buses, and Bowl Games: Logistics of Tennessee Athletics

    Aug 25, 2025—S2

    <p><b>Episode Summary:</b><b><br /> </b>Traveling with college athletics isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s a high-stakes operation that impacts academics, performance, and team morale. In this...

  • Episode #9

    Beyond the Exhibit: An American National Zoo Day Spotlight on Zoo Knoxville

    Jul 1, 2025—S2

    <h2><b>Episode Summary:</b></h2> <p>Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes at a zoo? In this episode, we return to <b>Zoo Knoxville</b> for a deeper look at the people, processes, and passion that power one...

  • Episode #8

    Fueling the Future: How Aviation and Education Are Taking Off Together

    Jun 23, 202525 minS2

    <h2><b>Episode Summary:</b></h2> <p>In this episode, we explore how aviation is driving workforce development in East Tennessee. Dr. Patty Weaver from Pellissippi State Community College and Jessica Blitz of Blount...

  • Episode #7

    Lifting Off: Gulf Shores’ Commercial Aviation Debut

    May 26, 202527 minS2

    <p>In this episode, we dive into the excitement surrounding the launch of <b>Gulf Shores International Airport</b>, a new travel hub already making waves in Alabama and beyond. Our guests reflect on the overwhelmingly...

  • Episode #6

    Behind the Scenes with the National Safe Skies Alliance: Aviation Security & Innovation

    Apr 22, 202535 minS2

    <p>In this episode of From the Runway Up, we welcome back Scott Broyles, President and CEO of the National Safe Skies Alliance (Safe Skies), to discuss how this unique nonprofit organization helps shape the future of...

  • Episode #5

    Real ID 101: What You Need to Know Before the Deadline

    Mar 17, 202523 minS2

    <p>In this episode of From The Runway Up, hosts Becky and Caitlin sit down with Eddie McGaha, Assistant Federal Security Director for TSA, to discuss everything you need to know about Real ID and TSA operations at McGee...

  • Episode #4

    Empowering Future Aviators with Tuskegee Next

    Feb 24, 202522 minS2

    <p>In this episode, hosts Becky and Caitlin discuss the Tuskegee Next program—a nonprofit initiative dedicated to empowering underrepresented youth through aviation. The conversation highlights how the program builds on...

  • Episode #3

    Inspiring the Next Generation of Aviation Enthusiasts with Youth Programs

    Jan 27, 202544 minS2

    <p>In this episode of From the Runway Up, hosts Becky and Caitlin explore two impactful youth aviation programs in Knoxville, Tennessee, that are shaping the next generation of pilots and aviation mechanics. First, they...

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