The Techne Connect Special: Ampaire, Behind the Vision with Kevin Noertker

<iframe data-testid="embed-iframe" style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/2y4aovgoJAk0shYbJKKrNg/video?utm_source=generator&si=eb8ef74433aa4600" width="624" height="351" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe>In this episode of Behind the Vision, Kevin Nortker, Co-Founder and CEO of Ampaire, discusses how hybrid-electric propulsion is transforming the aviation industry and why practical electrification is the key to sustainable flight. He shares his journey from working on stealth technology and space robotics to leading one of the world’s most advanced electrified aircraft companies.The conversation explores the challenges of battery technology, charging infrastructure, aircraft certification, and why Ampaire believes hybrid-electric systems are the most scalable solution for aviation today. Kevin also shares insights into entrepreneurship, start-up culture, leadership, and what it takes to build meaningful innovation in aerospace.The Techne Connect Podcast 🎧Thank you for listening to Techne Connect! This podcast takes you inside the companies and conversations shaping the future of engineering.From space and defence to robotics, AI, clean energy, advanced manufacturing and next-generation mobility, each episode features the founders, engineers and technology leaders building tomorrow's world.Through candid discussions on innovation, leadership, product development and career journeys, the podcast uncovers the ideas, challenges and breakthroughs driving the world's fastest-moving industries. Whether you're an engineer, founder, investor or simply fascinated by emerging technology.Techne Connect offers a front-row seat to the people creating what's next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.