Hosted by Brian Bermudez · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 64 episodes
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What really happens behind the hangar doors? The stories shaping aviation rarely make the headlines — until now. From the wrench to the runway, The COTACast takes you inside the untold world of aviation maintenance, where every detail matters and every story reveals the people who keep the skies moving. Hosted by aviation maintenance specialist, Brian Bermudez.Sponsored by CraftoftheAir
Brian Bermudez hosts The COTACast, a leisure show with 64 episodes published.
The mechanic pipeline is filling, but not fast enough. The latest industry report shows more students, more certificates — yet the shortage keeps growing. Brian breaks down the numbers behind aviation’s workforce crisis
Behind every safe flight lies a world the public never sees — the silence in hangars, the shortcuts under pressure, the cracks in culture that can turn deadly. In this episode, host Brian Bermudez takes you deep inside t
In this episode, we talk with Michael Meminaj, a former professional basketball player from Albania whose journey has taken him from a small town near Tirana to the fast-paced streets of Queens, NY. Now a thriving Uber d
From student to standout: Aviation maintenance engineering and beyond. In this episode, we catch up with my former A-student and Vaughn College Aerospace Maintenance Competition team captain, Cassem Stephenson, as he sha
From student to standout: Aviation maintenance engineering and beyond. In this episode, we catch up with my former A-student and Vaughn College Aerospace Maintenance Competition team captain, Cassem Stephenson, as he sha
In Ep 60: Behind the Gate – An Aircraft Mechanic's Story of Grit and Growth, Professor Brian Bermudez welcomes his former student and close friend, Jhoan Mata, to the CotaCast. Jhoan shares an unfiltered look into the da
This Thanksgiving, host Brian Bermudez uncovers the untold sacrifices of line mechanics who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep holiday travel safe. From freezing tarmacs to critical last-minute repairs, discover t
Join us as we unpack the recent Boeing strike and its powerful implications for workers, wages, and the aerospace industry. After seven weeks on strike, machinists secured a substantial pay raise but faced a setback on r
Join us as we unpack the recent Boeing strike and its powerful implications for workers, wages, and the aerospace industry. After seven weeks on strike, machinists secured a substantial pay raise but faced a setback on r
In this hard-hitting episode, Host Brian Bermudez delves into the growing frustrations among aviation mechanics, spotlighting strikes at Boeing and Textron as workers battle for fair wages, benefits, and job security in
Is the sky falling? Join Brian Bermudez in EP. 56 as we dissect the crisis looming over aviation. WestJet's AME strike, Boeing's workforce woes, and Delta's IT meltdown - it's a perfect storm. Don't miss this eye-opening
Are Boeing's woes and United's incidents just the tip of the iceberg? Aircraft maintenance expert Brian Bermudez investigates a hidden culture where profit trumps safety. Join us as we expose the human factors, industry
Calling all aviation enthusiasts! Prepare for a captivating journey with Charlie, a beacon of hope and perseverance in the aviation world. From his roots in NYC to his adventures teaching and living abroad in Australia,
Embark on an eye-opening journey through the skies of insight with our latest episode featuring Mohammed Hasan, a trailblazing 6-month A&P aircraft mechanic newcomer. Uncover the stark contrasts between classroom theory
In this episode, we unravel the complex story behind the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9's mid-air emergency. Discover how a routine flight turned into a harrowing ordeal due to a fuselage blowout, leading to the ground
What's fueling the AMT Shortage? In Ep. 51, we explore the intriguing connection between the rising shortage of Aviation Maintenance Engineers and the demanding nature of night shift work. Is the allure of the night shif
Dive into the latest episode of The CotAcasT, where host Brian Bermudez explores the critical role of human factors in aviation maintenance. From historical insights to analyzing contemporary incidents, we question: Are
Why is Boeing dominating the Dubai Airshow? What’s behind WestJet’s bold European expansion? How is technology reshaping our flying experience? This episode uncovers the thrilling developments and future trends shaping o
Dive deep into the often-overlooked world of cargo aviation with our latest episode! Unravel the mysteries of Part 135 operations, discover the intricate dynamics between major freight giants and their smaller partners,
An ordinary Alaska Airlines flight becomes the epicenter of a nationwide debate. How did the sacred 'jumpseat privilege' become a potential flashpoint? Delve deep into the often-unseen mental struggles of aviation profes
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The COTACast is hosted by Brian Bermudez. The show is categorised under leisure (aviation) and has published 64 episodes.
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