EP 60: Reinventing Aviation Windows with Andrea Fernández

In this episode of Nose to Tail, host Patrick Kraus from Jet Midwest interviews Andrea Fernandez, Chief Executive Officier at Glass Aero, to explore the advanced repair technologies reshaping aircraft transparency maintenance. Andrea shares how her team developed proprietary FAA-compliant repair processes for cockpit windshields—capable of addressing damage types that exceed standard CMM guidelines, securing high-profile military aviation contracts, and launching award-winning repair stations. She also details how Glass Aero is addressing industry-wide challenges, such as part shortages and long OEM lead times. Please tune in to discover how her team’s innovative techniques and patented methods are helping operators avoid costly BER classifications, extend windshield life, and maintain the highest safety standards. Like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more episodes! Get ready for new episodes of our podcast every other Friday.  Learn more about our sponsor, Jet Midwest, at jetmidwest.com. Jet Midwest is a global, multifaceted aircraft service provider. Since 1997, it has specialized in providing exceptional value to the commercial aviation industry through complete nose-to-tail product support solutions for passenger and cargo aircraft.