Mike Nederbrock

Big Jet TV is a worldwide phenomenon! Creator, presenter and owner, Jerry Dyer, goes to airports all around the world livestreaming planes taking off and landing, and people love it, especially his subscribers. He was here in Anchorage a few weeks ago and photojournalist Mike Nederbrock and Dave Allgood went out and interviewed him while he was treating his audience to colorful commentary of the takeoffs and landings at the Airport. His British accent paired with his infectious enthusiasm for all that is aviation is palpable, and he calls the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport "aviation heaven” because of all the jumbo jets and wide variety of aircraft and planes that use the airport. He started almost six years ago and now it’s become his full-time job and passion.

Waking up early isn't for everyone. But being able to go to a job you love can make all the difference. Photojournalist Mike Nederbrock caught up with "The Early Crew" at a place where you'll probably recognize the voice before you do the face.

For this week's “The Early Crew” we're about five days early because National Coffee Day is Saturday. But just because there's a national day for it doesn't mean coffee lovers can't enjoy it every day. Photojournalist Mike Nederbrock headed to Eagle River to see what's brewing at Top Shelf Coffee.

In this week's The Early Crew, photojournalist Mike Nederbrock learned why Aaron Passcar enjoys his job as a crossing guard at Nunaka Valley Elementary.

It's a messy job, but somebody's got to do it. In this week's The Early Crew, photojournalist Mike Nederbrock hitched a ride on a trash truck.

We're almost a month into the school year and a big topic was the bus driver shortage here in Anchorage. A call for action was put out and so far, people are stepping up to fill the roles. But this profession isn't anything new to one driver. It happens to run in the family. Photojournalist Mike Nederbrock caught up with the early crew at ASD Transportation.

For those that work the overnight shift, sleep is pretty sacred. However, it's not always easy for everyone to get some shut eye. Luckily, there are places that can help with that. Photojournalist Mike Nederbrock caught up with the early crew at Alaska Sleep Clinic.

In this week's feature - photojournalist Mike Nederbrock headed to Wasilla to catch up with the early crew of Barbecue Babes.

We're kicking off a new segment called "The Early Crew." It's just that — highlighting different professions of people who are up for work before most people even begin their day — sort of like us. And who better to highlight their day-to-day tasks than one of our most experienced photojournalists — a name we say often here on the morning edition, Mike Nederbrock. Check out his visit to Sal's New York Grill. We do need to warn you, there's a good chance you'll be hungry after watching this.