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EPISODE · Mar 14, 2025 · 29 MIN

Redefining Air Travel: The Hopscotch Air Story

from The Cross-Check · host The Frequency Network: The Wave

The Cross-Check welcomes Andrew Schmertz, CEO and co-founder of Hopscotch Air to the show. Hopscotch is an air taxi service that bucks the Part 135 trend relying solely on single engine land, piston aircraft. Andrew shares his unique journey from a media career to aviation entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges and successes of Hopscotch Air in the competitive landscape of regional air mobility. The conversation delves into the company's marketing strategies, the impact of pilot shortages, and the future of ETOL and EVTOL aircraft. Andrew emphasizes the importance of understanding costs in aviation and the potential for growth in regional travel as traditional airlines pull back. The episode concludes with insights into the future of Hopscotch Air and the evolving air travel industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cross-Check welcomes Andrew Schmertz, CEO and co-founder of Hopscotch Air to the show. Hopscotch is an air taxi service that bucks the Part 135 trend relying solely on single engine land, piston aircraft. Andrew shares his unique journey from a media career to aviation entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges and successes of Hopscotch Air in the competitive landscape of regional air mobility. The conversation delves into the company's marketing strategies, the impact of pilot shortages, and the future of ETOL and EVTOL aircraft. Andrew emphasizes the importance of understanding costs in aviation and the potential for growth in regional travel as traditional airlines pull back. The episode concludes with insights into the future of Hopscotch Air and the evolving air travel industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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