Two Plane Guys
Two Plane Guys
Stevens Aerospace
Two Plane Guys is a laid-back aviation podcast hosted by Adam Beach and Rick Buffkin, regional managers at Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems. Adam and Rick dive into all things aviation—sharing stories, insights, and real talk from inside the industry. It’s just two guys, plenty of laughs, and a whole lot of plane talk.
Planning Ahead, Controlling Costs, and Avoiding Surprises and Christian Colbert
In this episode, Rick and Adam catch up with Christian Colbert of JSSI to talk maintenance planning, budgeting, and the tools operators rely on to keep aircraft costs under control. Christian offers a clear look at the realities flight departments navigate everyday. Two Plane Guys Official Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Rick Buffkin: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠Follow Adam Beach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Christian Colbert: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Follow JSSI:⁠⁠Official Website⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠InstagramFacebookYouTubeGuest Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect on the views of Stevens Aerospace, Two Plane Guys, or their employees.
May 25
59 min
More Than Leather, Less Than Simple with Mike Smith
Rick and Adam welcome Mike Smith from SeatSource to talk through the real story behind aircraft seat refurbishment. Mike brings a unique blend of regulatory expertise and hands-on skill, offering a clearer look at what operators should expect when updating their interiors. Two Plane Guys Official Instagram⁠⁠⁠Follow Rick Buffkin: ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Follow Adam Beach: ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠Follow Mike Smith: ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠Follow SeatSource:⁠Official Website⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠Guest Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect on the views of Stevens Aerospace, Two Plane Guys, or their employees.
May 11
59 min
Markets, Misconceptions, and Million-Dollar Decisions with Chris Canon
Rick and Adam are joined by Chris Canon, Founder of RAD Jets, for a conversation about one of the most misunderstood areas of aircraft ownership: what airplanes are actually worth. Chris shares how he went from growing up around aviation to becoming a trusted valuation expert, and what buyers and owners should understood about today's market. Two Plane Guys Official Instagram⁠⁠Follow Rick Buffkin: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠Follow Adam Beach: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Follow Chris Canon: ⁠⁠LinkedInFollow RAD Jets:Official WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramGuest Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect on the views of Stevens Aerospace, Two Plane Guys, or their employees.
Apr 27
56 min
Warbirds, Parachutes, and the Perfect Shot with Eddie Phillips
This week, Rick and Adam are joined by Eddie Phillips, and internationally published aviation and motorsports photographer, thrill seeker, and recent P-51 Mustang passenger, for a fast-paced conversation full of sky-high stories. ⁠Two Plane Guys Official Instagram⁠Follow Rick Buffkin: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠InstagramFollow Adam Beach: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠Follow Eddie Phillips: ⁠Instagram ⁠FacebookGuest Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect on the views of Stevens Aerospace, Two Plane Guys, or their employees.
Apr 13
43 min
Driving the Industry Forward: Inside NBAA with Andrew Broom
Rick and Adam sit down with Andrew Broom, Chief Revenue Officer of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA). Andrew offers a deeper look at NBAA's impact on business aviation, the value of being part of the association, and its work to drive the industry forward. Two Plane Guys Official InstagramFollow Andrew Broom:⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠InstagramFollow Adam Beach: LinkedIn InstagramFollow Rick Buffkin: LinkedIn InstagramFollow the National Business Aviation Association: LinkedInInstagramOfficial WebsiteGuest Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect on the views of Stevens Aerospace, Two Plane Guys, or their employees.
Mar 30
54 min
High Standards and Human Limits with Tony Dultz
Rick and Adam welcome Tony Dultz, military aviation veteran and General Manager at Aviation Blade Services, for a conversation on leadership, mission-critical programs, and a career flying with the A-10, F-15, and C-130. Two Plane Guys Official Instagram:   / twoplaneguys  Follow Tony Dultz: LinkedInInstagramFollow Adam Beach:LinkedInInstagramFollow Rick Buffkin: LinkedInInstagramIf you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or thoughts of self-harm, help is available. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or chat via 988lifeline.org. Guest Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect on the views of Stevens Aerospace, Two Plane Guys, or their employees.
Mar 16
56 min
The Pilot
Rick and Adam kick things off by introducing themselves and giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at their lives in business aviation. From their first cars and favorite music to the paths that led them to where they are today. This episode div es into the real, unfiltered stories of the people who keep the aviation world moving. Expect candid conversations, laughs, and a glimpse into the experiences that shaped two industry insiders - and the topics they plan to explore in the future episodes.Two Plane Guys Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twoplaneguysFollow Adam Beach: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-beach-9886a117b - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jetmanabFollow Rick Buffkin: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-buffkin-nbaa-cam-491b94121 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buffkinrick
Mar 2
51 min