In this episode of The Ways We Move, we sit down with Andrea Arena, a seasoned pilot and aviation expert with a remarkable career spanning military, commercial, and advanced technology sectors.
Andrea’s journey began in the Italian Air Force Academy, where he trained as an Air Defense Pilot on the legendary F-104 fighter jet. From there, he played a pivotal role in Italy’s transition to the F-16, training pilots in the United States before leading operational transitions back home.
After two decades in the cockpit, Andrea shifted to commercial aviation and later became a Simulator Flight Instructor at the International Fighter Training School (IFTS), helping shape the next generation of fighter pilots.
Now, as Operations Lead at THE EDGE COMPANY, Andrea is leveraging his expertise in aviation to drive innovation in AI-based safety and operational technologies. In our conversation, we explore:
✈️ The evolution of fighter jet training and operations
🔍 The transition from military to commercial aviation
🤖 How AI and automation are shaping the future of air mobility
🌍 What’s next for aviation and safety technology
Join us as we uncover Andrea’s unique perspective on how technology, training, and innovation are redefining the way we move.
🔊 Listen now on The Ways We Move!
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mTlNIeK0TBw
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