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The Hangar Z Podcast

Episode 346 - John Nielsen: Transforming Law Enforcement Aviation Part 2

April 16, 2026·1h 15m
Episode Description from the Publisher

Welcome back to the Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Vertical Valor Plus. Today’s episode features a true pioneer in airborne law enforcement—retired California Highway Patrol (CHP) pilot John Nielson. With more than 11,000 hours as pilot in command and another 3,400 hours as a second-in-command, John’s career is a masterclass in dedication, innovation, and mission-driven flying. We start at the beginning of his journey on the ground, patrolling ou...

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