
Show overview
Aviation Careers Podcast has been publishing since 2012, and across the 14 years since has built a catalogue of 445 episodes. That works out to roughly 260 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 26 min and 51 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 days ago, with 10 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2020, with 62 episodes published. Published by Carl Valeri.
From the publisher
A Podcast about Achieving Your Aviation Career Goals
Latest Episodes
View all 445 episodesACP453 Why I Retired Early As An Airline Pilot
ACP452 Cleared for Takeoff! IHart Flying. Supporting Women In Flight.
ACP451 Brooke Campbell Falcon 50 Pilot at 24 years old.
ACP450 Is Becoming A PIlot Still Worth It?
Trying To Decide What Direction You Should Take In Your Career? Contemplating Changing Your Career? Preparing For An Airline Interview? Can’t Decide If A Career Is Right For You? We can help with our career coaching: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/ Our Career Coaching Services Will Help You: Define Your Goals. Create An Action Plan. Guide You Towards Your … Continue reading ACP450 Is Becoming A PIlot Still Worth It? → The post ACP450 Is Becoming A PIlot Still Worth It? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP449 Is Flying Safe As A Career?
Is flying safe as a career? Due to recent news I have received questions from people in our coaching community asking if flying is safe. First, if you have reached this video and are wanting to discover if flying is safe as a mode of transportation the answer is yes. Flying is the safest mode … Continue reading ACP449 Is Flying Safe As A Career? → The post ACP449 Is Flying Safe As A Career? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP448 Career Update FlyGirl Detailing Obtains Commercial Pilot Certificate
In episode ACP406 FLYGIRL DETAILING : HOW A PASSION FOR AVIATION TURNED INTO A LUCRATIVE BUSINESSwe spoke with Claire Maher about her entrepreneurial journey into the aviation business. Now, over a year later, she has accomplished an important aviation milestone, the commercial pilot certificate. To give us a career update and discuss the journey is … Continue reading ACP448 Career Update FlyGirl Detailing Obtains Commercial Pilot Certificate → The post ACP448 Career Update FlyGirl Detailing Obtains Commercial Pilot Certificate appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP447 2026 Instructor Job Projections with Spartan CEO Rob Polston
Today we discuss the workforce projections for 2026 from an aviation training perspective with CEO of Spartan College Of Aeronautics and Technology, Rob Polston. https://www.spartan.edu Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use the coupon code “CoachItForward” for the first month free. One-On-One Coaching: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/career-coaching Special: One month of free access when you sign up for one-on-one coaching. Pay It … Continue reading ACP447 2026 Instructor Job Projections with Spartan CEO Rob Polston → The post ACP447 2026 Instructor Job Projections with Spartan CEO Rob Polston appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP446 What Airline Pilots Really Make
What Airline Pilots Really Make and Why Sharing Your Pilot Paystub Is A Bad Idea We have seen an increase in pilots sharing their end of year paystubs online. Let me tell you why I think this is a bad idea with both good and bad intentions. Talking Points: What pilots really make: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/airline-and-commercial-pilots.htm#tab-5 $239,200 … Continue reading ACP446 What Airline Pilots Really Make → The post ACP446 What Airline Pilots Really Make appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026
Should you become a pilot in 2026? Today we dive deeper into the hiring outlook for 2026 and beyond. If you want monthly updates and access to the pilot interview course and mentorship community visit https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 Questions: [email protected] Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use the coupon code “CoachItForward” for the first month free. One-On-One … Continue reading ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 → The post ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP443 Are Accelerated Flight Programs The Best Option In 2026?
I am currently touring flight schools with the intent of becoming an airline pilot. I came across your podcast on YouTube. I listened to a great episode on the benefits of becoming an airline pilot in 2025. Thanks for sharing such valuable information. I’m reaching out with question/s regarding flight schools. Like many, the expense … Continue reading ACP443 Are Accelerated Flight Programs The Best Option In 2026? → The post ACP443 Are Accelerated Flight Programs The Best Option In 2026? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP443 The Pilot’s Bookshelf: Master Your Career & Safety (2026 Edition)
Take one step today to enhance your career goal with the gift card you received this holiday! Welcome to our annual recommendation on how to spend your Gift Card and Enhance your career! Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write to us at [email protected]. Our latest video: https://www.youtube.com/@AviationCareersPodcast Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the … Continue reading ACP443 The Pilot’s Bookshelf: Master Your Career & Safety (2026 Edition) → The post ACP443 The Pilot’s Bookshelf: Master Your Career & Safety (2026 Edition) appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP442 How To Pass IOE
Recently hired or simply wondering if you can pass IOE at an airline? Today joining me is Derek Lagasse, a former check chairman with a regional carrier and now 737 first officer at a major airline. We’ll discuss how to successfully pass your Initial Operating Experience (IOE). Introduction What is IOE? What is different and … Continue reading ACP442 How To Pass IOE → The post ACP442 How To Pass IOE appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott
Have you ever looked skyward at the floating bubble of peaceful artwork and wondered what it would be like to be a balloon pilot? Well today we have with us Craig Elliott, author of The Balloonatics – Memoir of a Professional Hot Air Balloon Pilot. Talking Points: How Craig got involved in ballooning in 1976 … Continue reading ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott → The post ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP440 Land Your Dream Job
Are you dreaming of landing your ideal pilot job in 2026, but feel overwhelmed by the competition and changing hiring landscape? We’re breaking down exactly what it takes to stand out, offering insider insights and a clear roadmap to secure those highly sought-after positions. Don’t let your dream remain a dream. The 2026 Pilot Landscape: … Continue reading ACP440 Land Your Dream Job → The post ACP440 Land Your Dream Job appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP439 Paying For Flight Training
There are many ways you can pay for your flight training, but what is best for you? In today’s episode, we will dive into the many methods of funding your flight training with a few hacks you may never have thought of. Pay Cash Family and friends. https://www.nerdwallet.com/taxes/learn/gift-tax-rate Scholarships It is worth the work. If … Continue reading ACP439 Paying For Flight Training → The post ACP439 Paying For Flight Training appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP438 The Elusive Airline Interview: Pilot Persistence Pays
Ever wonder what it really takes to land that dream airline pilot job? It’s far more than just flying skills. Join me as I pull back the curtain on the grueling, often frustrating, yet ultimately rewarding journey of the airline interview – a test of dedication and resilience that few truly understand. Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use … Continue reading ACP438 The Elusive Airline Interview: Pilot Persistence Pays → The post ACP438 The Elusive Airline Interview: Pilot Persistence Pays appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP437 Debunking the Myth: It’s NOT Too Late For An Aviation Career Past 30
I was sold on the myth that you could not have an aviation career in your 30’s,boy where are they wrong! I did it and so can you. Now I help people of all ages transition to a career in aviation whether they are in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and more. Are you wondering if … Continue reading ACP437 Debunking the Myth: It’s NOT Too Late For An Aviation Career Past 30 → The post ACP437 Debunking the Myth: It’s NOT Too Late For An Aviation Career Past 30 appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP436 The Wealthy Pilot
During our coaching sessions we discuss a financial plan towards reaching your goal as a pilot. But now that you have achieved success in your career what is next? How do we have a more fulfilling life as an airline pilot but also how do we build wealth to help our family and others. This … Continue reading ACP436 The Wealthy Pilot → The post ACP436 The Wealthy Pilot appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP435 Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Dream
Social media and our friends can be full of negativity and bad advice so how do we navigate our way through this gauntlet of adversity? In this episode we will discuss how to prevent people you don’t even know or care about from stealing your aviation dream. Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use the coupon code “CoachItForward” for … Continue reading ACP435 Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Dream → The post ACP435 Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Dream appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
ACP434 Is A Jet Charter Broker Career Right For You?
Ever dreamed of a high-flying career that doesn’t involve piloting a plane? Imagine a world of private jets, exclusive clients, and limitless possibilities. But is the glamorous life of a jet charter broker truly for you? Joining me today is Lindsey Begnaud of https://justlandedjets.com/ to discuss the realities of this demanding yet rewarding aviation career. … Continue reading ACP434 Is A Jet Charter Broker Career Right For You? → The post ACP434 Is A Jet Charter Broker Career Right For You? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.