Michael’s an aeronautical engineer with a degree from the University of Sydney, where he probably learned how to turn a plane into a thrill ride. With a background in the F-35 program and various light aircraft design projects, he’s basically the guy who makes sure your high-speed flight doesn’t turn into an unplanned roller coaster.

His interests? Well, if aviation were a theme park, Michael would be the chief ride designer. He’s obsessed with light aircraft and UAVs, dives deep into aviation history like it’s the most fascinating attraction and collects vintage cars and planes like they’re prized souvenirs. And when he’s not geeking out over aircraft, he’s busy flying aerobatic manoeuvres—because straight-and-level is just too boring for his theme park of a life!