Army aviators Bryan Deuel, CEO and founder of Phoenix Aviation Solutions, and Matt Chancey, a retired chief warrant officer who now flies with Phoenix, explain why veterans bring unmatched resilience, adaptability, and mission focus to the private sector, and what it takes to make the transition after service.
They share their very different paths into Special Operations Aviation, from enlisting at 17 to losing 100 pounds to get in, and how a “don’t quit today, quit tomorrow” mindset shapes the way they lead and plan today. Drawing on decades of combined service, they cover what employers should know about hiring veterans, the culture gaps that can slow a transition, the sacrifices military families make, and practical advice for anyone leaving the military or starting a business of their own.
