Episode #98 - Hurricane Helene - Heroic efforts of civilian helicopters: Pat Harrigan - The Helicopter Podcast

Send us a text In this special edition of The Helicopter Podcast, host Halsey Schider sits down with Pat Harrigan, a Green Beret, entrepreneur, and congressional candidate from North Carolina, to discuss Hurricane Helene"s devastating impact and the critical role of civilian helicopters in the disaster response efforts. Pat shares his unique journey from military service, to business ownership, and now to politics, emphasizing the value available to young men and women in the unique leadership and personal responsibility skill sets they can gain from service in the military. He also talks about how that path has led him to feel called to public service. Through the lens of his experience and direct involvement, he reflects on the incredible efforts of civilian helicopter operators who are providing crucial rescue and recovery support in hard-to-reach areas of the Western North Carolina mountains. The conversation highlights the resilience and collaboration of communities coming together to help those in need, as well as the importance of effective communication and coordination during emergencies. Tune in to this episode of The Helicopter Podcast for an inspiring discussion on disaster response, community strength, and the essential role of helicopters in emergency situations! To support the ongoing civilian helicopter operations in the wake of Hurricane Helene please visit Operation Helo. To learn more about Pat, visit his official website. Thank you to our sponsors Vertical Aviation International, Bell and Sellacopter.