As the first woman admitted to Aviation High School in New York City, Lori Dimarco knows a thing or two about being the only one in the room. Now Senior Vice President of Technical Operations at Mesa Airlines, Dimarco has carved out a decades-long career in aviation maintenance.

In an industry that is constantly evolving, it’s always interesting to see how we are able to pivot and adapt. We recently spoke with Amel Belkhamsa, Vice President of Technical Services at MHIRJ, about how we’re seeing seeing a resurgence in demand for the CRJ platform, and operators flying aircraft longer. Amel shares how her team is responding—from material support to engineering solutions—and why collaboration is more critical than ever.

As a former South African Air Force pilot, Captain Roelf O. Laurence has spent over three decades as both a military and commercial pilot. His career reflects a steady commitment to discipline, adaptability, and the aircraft that have carried him through it all. During our conversation, Roelf shared what first drew him to aviation, how the CRJ became his constant, and the perspective earned through many years in the sky.

Ulrik Kyhn’s aviation journey spans decades of change, challenges, and connection. Now Cabin Manager at Global Reach Aviation, he shares how 25 years of flying with the CRJ has shaped his perspective, and why the human side of flying still matters most.

MHIRJ: Ulrik, can you share a memorable moment from your early days of flying?

From solo childhood flights to co-founding his own airline, Jacob Rasmussen’s aviation journey is anything but ordinary. As the co-founder of Global Reach Aviation, he’s flown scenic tours, tackled cargo missions, and built a career rooted in adaptability and purpose, all without ever straying far from the cockpit of the CRJ. In this interview Rasmussen reflects on his path, the aircraft he swears by, and what keeps him grounded after 25 years in the skies.