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Flightpath with Alok

Flightpath with Alok

By: Alok Anand
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Flightpath with Alok

Aviation entrepreneur Alok Anand explores what makes the aircraft leasing business tick. He meets industry leaders on this journey and discovers their success secrets, and their career flightpath as well as understanding how different business models operate. Come along if aviation financing and leasing interests you and you are keen to learn from the practitioners of the industry.

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  • Navigating Growth in Indian Aviation | Alok Anand | Growth Frontiers India 2025

    Navigating Growth in Indian Aviation | Alok Anand | Growth Frontiers India 2025
    Mar 11 2025

    In this Keynote at the Growth Frontiers India 2025, Alok Anand discusses the current state of the Indian aviation market, highlighting growth opportunities and challenges in aircraft leasing and financing. He emphasises the need for regulatory reforms, simplification of taxation, and addressing compliance burdens to unleash growth in the sector. Alok also touches on the impact of geopolitical dynamics and environmental regulations on the aviation industry, advocating for a collaborative approach to enhance India's position as an emerging aviation hub.HighlightsThe Indian aviation market is experiencing significant growth.Geopolitical tensions are shifting focus towards India in aircraft leasing.Simplifying tax policies is crucial for industry growth.The compliance burden in India is a major hindrance.India's MRO and support systems are evolving positively.Environmental regulations may increase financing costs for airlines.The 'China plus one' strategy is influencing aircraft financing.India is making strides in sustainable aviation technologies.Collaboration is essential for global aviation growth.Regulatory frameworks need to be more supportive of innovation.

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    00:00 Overview of the Indian Aviation Market

    07:14 Challenges in Aircraft Leasing and Financing

    14:03 Geopolitical Dynamics and Their Impact

    21:00 Regulatory Burdens and Compliance Issues


    #Indianaviation #aircraftleasing #MRO
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    27 mins
  • Flightpath with Alok | feat. Rob Taylor

    Flightpath with Alok | feat. Rob Taylor
    May 14 2024
    This 2nd season of Flightpath with Alok kicks off in style. In this first episode we are back in India and Alok catches up with Rob Taylor, Chief Technical Officer of Carlyle Aviation Partners Ltd (Carlyle). Carlyle has a large portfolio of approximately 380 owned or managed commercial aircraft worth an estimated US$ 12.1B, spread across 55 countries. Rob is responsible for the day-to-day technical operations and liaises with both financial and commercial disciplines with in the company; his career spans more than thirty five years, the majority of which has been working at a senior and management level, and for a variety of businesses. These have included private corporations; helped the start up efforts of the Canada based LCC WestJet Airlines; has experience working with helicopters, and at the aero engine OEM Pratt & Whitney Canada, as well as legacy carrier Canadian Airlines International. Rob received a Bachelor of Technology Degree (BTech) from British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and has a BTEC national diploma in Aeroscience (Mechanical) and is accredited by the Engineering Council of the UK as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng), as well as a Member of the Royal Aeronautical Society (MRAeS) and Chartered Management Institute of UK (MCMI). Additionally, Rob holds a Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License (AME) with multiple ratings. In this episode Rob shares with Alok about his early experiences, how a young want-to-be architect found himself enlisted in the army and how this set him on a path to aviation. Among the topics Rob discusses with Alok are the future of commercial travel; the growth in automation; the importance of attracting talent; how to share knowledge effectively, and the importance of being open as a business to new ideas. If you are wondering whether a career in aviation is for you, and in particular if aircraft leasing will provide you with the opportunities you seek, then this episode is certainly worth a listen. About Rob Taylor Website: https://www.carlyle.com/about-carlyle/team/robert-taylorLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-taylor-74020910/ TAKEAWAYS Having a diverse team with different cultural backgrounds and perspectives is crucial for making well-rounded decisions in the aviation industry.- Attracting and retaining talent is a challenge in the industry, especially with competition from other sectors like software companies and OEMs.- The role of asset management is evolving in Carlyle, particularly with the focus on new aircraft and the need for skilled engineers and finance professionals.- Continuous learning and understanding of finance are essential for success in the aviation industry.- Optimizing resources and balancing costs is important in managing aircraft maintenance and operations. Acquiring portfolios of aircraft comes with technical challenges, such as converting data into a digital format and managing multiple aircraft.- Data and software play a crucial role in the aircraft leasing industry, and in-house software platforms have been developed to track and manage assets.- New technology, such as the GTF engine, has had an impact on the industry, leading to grounded aircraft and supply chain issues.- There is a need for skilled professionals in the industry, and mentorship is important for career growth and development.- Individuals entering the industry should be open to opportunities, listen more than they talk, and focus on moving forward rather than dwelling on the past. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Career Trajectory13:15 The Role of a CTO and Managing a Diverse Team38:24 The Evolution of Asset Management in Carlyle46:33 Overcoming Technical Challenges in Acquiring Aircraft Portfolios01:06:09 The Impact of New Technology on the Industry01:20:08 The Importance of India in the Aircraft Leasing Industry Subscribe to this podcast now! Give your Podcasts the Spooler Power! Collaborate, distribute, and grow your podcasts with the Spooler Creator Network. Check us out at www.spooler.in Submit your podcasts at pod@spooler.in to be heard on Spooler Pod. India’s first podcast radio. 🎧 Listen To #FlightPathWithAlok On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7qxvljRy3DLtuBvrZof1s6?si=2cd49b1adbfd4f3b On Jio Saavn:https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/Flightpath-with-Alok/1/9sw,tkEvTh8_ On Amazon Music:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b2f14710-9012-4eb1-8e9a-736e8f1b874a On Iheart:https://iheart.com/podcast/109618995 On SpoolerPod: https://spooler.in/spooler-pod/ On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flightpathwithalok Follow Alok Anand Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alok.anand/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alokanand23/Website: www.flightpathwithalok.com Fin.
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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • The Go First Situation Unfolding: A Deep Dive | Flightpath With Alok | Short Haul

    The Go First Situation Unfolding: A Deep Dive | Flightpath With Alok | Short Haul
    May 2 2024
    The Go First Situation Unfolding
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