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TPNx Episode 2: Exploring Metrea and Slim Morgan!

Bonus • Jun 21, 2025 • 26 mins

In this episode, Adam and Matt join forces live from TPNx 2025! Slim Morgan joins the guys to talk Metrea, TPNx, and the world outside of Part 121 flying. The discussion centers around networking at TPNx and conference takeaways. Insights from Metrea cover their operations in defense and firefighting, with details on fleet size and working benefits, including home basing options. The episode dives into aircraft certifications, operational categories, and advanced technology partnerships. Opportunities for tanker, aerial firefighting, and tactical pilots are highlighted, alongside roles for helicopter pilots. The conversation touches on transitioning service members and mentorship, offering guidance on connecting with Metrea for career opportunities. https://www.metrea.aero

Speakers

Adam Uhan

Host • 39%

Matt Swee

Host • 7%

Slim Morgan

Guest • 54%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction to the episode with Metrea guest insights
1:33	Networking at TPNx and conference insights
3:56	Interview with Slim Morgan and Matt Swee on TPNx experiences
4:49	Metrea's operations, defense, and firefighting projects
7:24	Fleet size and operational details at Metrea
13:17	Working benefits and home basing at Metrea
14:24	Metrea's aircraft certifications and operational categories
17:12	Advanced technology partnerships and hiring at Metrea
22:14	Aerial firefighting and tactical pilot opportunities
23:17	Firefighting roles for helicopter pilots
23:43	Transitioning service members and mentorship
24:26	How to connect with Metrea for career opportunities
25:23	Episode wrap-up and TPN Pro promotion

Transcript

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