Aviation Careers Podcast

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp450-is-becoming-a-pilot-still-worth-it/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP450 Is Becoming A PIlot Still Worth It?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp450-is-becoming-a-pilot-still-worth-it/">ACP450 Is Becoming A PIlot Still Worth It?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp449-is-flying-safe-as-a-career/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP449 Is Flying Safe As A Career?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp449-is-flying-safe-as-a-career/">ACP449 Is Flying Safe As A Career?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp448-career-update-flygirl-detailing-obtains-commercial-pilot-certificate/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP448 Career Update FlyGirl Detailing Obtains Commercial Pilot Certificate</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp448-career-update-flygirl-detailing-obtains-commercial-pilot-certificate/">ACP448 Career Update FlyGirl Detailing Obtains Commercial Pilot Certificate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp447-2026-instructor-job-projections-with-spartan-ceo-rob-polston/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP447 2026 Instructor Job Projections with Spartan CEO Rob Polston</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp447-2026-instructor-job-projections-with-spartan-ceo-rob-polston/">ACP447 2026 Instructor Job Projections with Spartan CEO Rob Polston</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp446-what-airline-pilots-really-make/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP446 What Airline Pilots Really Make</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp446-what-airline-pilots-really-make/">ACP446 What Airline Pilots Really Make</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp445-pilot-hiring-outlook-2026/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp445-pilot-hiring-outlook-2026/">ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp443-are-accelerated-flight-programs-the-best-option-in-2026/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP443 Are Accelerated Flight Programs The Best Option In 2026?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp443-are-accelerated-flight-programs-the-best-option-in-2026/">ACP443 Are Accelerated Flight Programs The Best Option In 2026?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp443-the-pilots-bookshelf-master-your-career-safety-2026-edition/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP443 The Pilot’s Bookshelf: Master Your Career & Safety (2026 Edition)</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp443-the-pilots-bookshelf-master-your-career-safety-2026-edition/">ACP443 The Pilot’s Bookshelf: Master Your Career & Safety (2026 Edition)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp442-how-to-pass-ioe/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP442 How To Pass IOE</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp442-how-to-pass-ioe/">ACP442 How To Pass IOE</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp441-professional-balloon-pilot-with-craig-elliott/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp441-professional-balloon-pilot-with-craig-elliott/">ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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: … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp440-land-your-dream-job/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP440 Land Your Dream Job</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp440-land-your-dream-job/">ACP440 Land Your Dream Job</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp439-paying-for-flight-training/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP439 Paying For Flight Training</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp439-paying-for-flight-training/">ACP439 Paying For Flight Training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp438-the-elusive-airline-interview-pilot-persistence-pays/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP438 The Elusive Airline Interview: Pilot Persistence Pays</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp438-the-elusive-airline-interview-pilot-persistence-pays/">ACP438 The Elusive Airline Interview: Pilot Persistence Pays</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp437-debunking-the-myth-its-not-too-late-for-an-aviation-career-past-30/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP437 Debunking the Myth: It’s NOT Too Late For An Aviation Career Past 30</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp437-debunking-the-myth-its-not-too-late-for-an-aviation-career-past-30/">ACP437 Debunking the Myth: It’s NOT Too Late For An Aviation Career Past 30</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp436-the-wealthy-pilot/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP436 The Wealthy Pilot</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp436-the-wealthy-pilot/">ACP436 The Wealthy Pilot</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp435-dont-let-anyone-steal-your-dream/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP435 Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Dream</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp435-dont-let-anyone-steal-your-dream/">ACP435 Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Dream</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>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. … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp434-is-a-jet-charter-broker-career-right-for-you/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP434 Is A Jet Charter Broker Career Right For You?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp434-is-a-jet-charter-broker-career-right-for-you/">ACP434 Is A Jet Charter Broker Career Right For You?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>With a looming shortage of qualified mechanics, how will MROs and potential employees navigate the future hiring environment. You will be surprised by what you will discover as we discuss this and more with Elliott Aviation CEO Michael Parrish. Elliott Aviation has successfully been providing aircraft solutions including sales, FBO services, and more. Today we … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp433-mro-career-opportunities-and-why-choosing-the-right-culture-is-important/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP433 MRO Career Opportunities And Why Choosing The Right Culture Is Important.</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp433-mro-career-opportunities-and-why-choosing-the-right-culture-is-important/">ACP433 MRO Career Opportunities And Why Choosing The Right Culture Is Important.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Hi Carl, We truly enjoy your excellent podcasts and have learned a great deal about the aviation industry through them. As parents, we greatly value your expert insights, which have helped us better understand the pilot career path. Do you feel that airline recruiters value an aviation management degree from a UND, Embry-Riddle type aviation … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp432-should-i-send-my-child-to-a-top-aviation-university-if-they-want-to-become-a-pilot/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP432 Should I Send My Child To A Top Aviation University If They Want To Become a Pilot?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp432-should-i-send-my-child-to-a-top-aviation-university-if-they-want-to-become-a-pilot/">ACP432 Should I Send My Child To A Top Aviation University If They Want To Become a Pilot?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>With pilot demand still surging and college alternatives gaining traction, professional flight training has quietly become one of the highest-upside career paths in America as people are rethinking what a “good career” looks like. Joining me today to discuss this is Patrick Arnzen, CEO of Thrust Flight Academy. Patrick is a former airline pilot, and … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp431-why-professional-pilot-is-a-great-career-with-ceo-of-thrust-flight-academy-patrick-arnzen/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP431 Why Professional Pilot Is A Great Career with CEO of Thrust Flight Academy Patrick Arnzen</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp431-why-professional-pilot-is-a-great-career-with-ceo-of-thrust-flight-academy-patrick-arnzen/">ACP431 Why Professional Pilot Is A Great Career with CEO of Thrust Flight Academy Patrick Arnzen</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Today Jill Fergusen joins us to discuss a day in the life of a low-cost flight attendant, showcasing the unique challenges and rewards of working for a budget airline. Jill Ferguson provides a realistic glimpse into the demanding yet often fulfilling world of flight attendants. Questions e-mail me us: [email protected] Talking Points: A Day Begins: … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp430-low-cost-airline-flight-attendant-a-day-in-the-life/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP430 Low-Cost Airline Flight Attendant: A Day In The Life</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp430-low-cost-airline-flight-attendant-a-day-in-the-life/">ACP430 Low-Cost Airline Flight Attendant: A Day In The Life</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Are pilots truly facing a shortage, or is the aviation industry actually on a hiring spree in 2025? Forget what you think you know about flying careers. We’re cutting through the noise to reveal the surprising truth about pilot jobs and what it means for your future in the cockpit. Question from our Group Coaching … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp429-pilot-shortage-or-hiring-spree-heres-the-truth/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP429 Pilot Shortage or Hiring Spree: Here’s the Truth.</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp429-pilot-shortage-or-hiring-spree-heres-the-truth/">ACP429 Pilot Shortage or Hiring Spree: Here’s the Truth.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>As a career pilot, we try to protect our job through prudent planning, budgeting, and training. I often get asked questions about what to do when pulled over by the police to protect our pilot certificate and career. Should I take the sobriety test or not? To help me answer this question Chris Pezalla is … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp428-what-to-do-if-you-are-pulled-over-for-a-dui/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP428 What To Do If You Are Pulled Over For A DUI?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp428-what-to-do-if-you-are-pulled-over-for-a-dui/">ACP428 What To Do If You Are Pulled Over For A DUI?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>I went direct to a LCC after instructing, had two years of little flying and then furlough… after 9 months furloughed managed to get on with a regional. I have a young family so I wasn’t too keen on cargo as an option, yet didn’t quite have the resume for mainline. Was a regional the … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp427-did-i-make-the-right-choice-going-to-a-regional-after-furlough-from-a-major/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP427 Did I Make the Right Choice going to a regional after furlough from a major?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp427-did-i-make-the-right-choice-going-to-a-regional-after-furlough-from-a-major/">ACP427 Did I Make the Right Choice going to a regional after furlough from a major?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Question from our Group Coaching Mentorship. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/mentorship/ Get one month free using the coupon “CoachItForward” I am currently a CFI, sitting at around 700 TT. I have a friend whom I trained and studied with in flight school, and he wants me to take an ATP CTP course soon with him. My question is, is … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp426-should-i-pay-for-the-atp-ctp-course-at-700-hours/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP426 Should I Pay For The ATP CTP course at 700 hours?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp426-should-i-pay-for-the-atp-ctp-course-at-700-hours/">ACP426 Should I Pay For The ATP CTP course at 700 hours?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Your dream of becoming a pilot has been put on hold due to a deferred medical. This video explores the different paths you can take, from reapplying for your medical to pursuing alternative aviation careers.The experiences I relate in this video come from my over 2 decades of helping pilots navigate an aviation career path … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp425-deferred-medical-what-next/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP425 Deferred Medical: What Next?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp425-deferred-medical-what-next/">ACP425 Deferred Medical: What Next?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>During our last group coaching mentorship I gave a mid-year hiring update and in today’s episode I wanted to share some information from that session and also give you an update and advice on what you can do to get hired in 2025 and beyond. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/mentorship/ Talking Points: The State of Pilot Hiring in 2025 … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp424-pilot-jobs-2025-mid-year-review/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP424 Pilot Jobs 2025 Mid-Year Review</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp424-pilot-jobs-2025-mid-year-review/">ACP424 Pilot Jobs 2025 Mid-Year Review</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Are you thinking of becoming an airline captain either as a career or if you are you considering upgrading to Captain this episode is for you. I will explore the pros and cons of being an airline captain, focusing on the financial compensation and the challenges and stresses associated with the role. This video helps … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp423-is-airline-captain-pay-worth-the-stress/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP423 Is Airline Captain Pay Worth the Stress?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp423-is-airline-captain-pay-worth-the-stress/">ACP423 Is Airline Captain Pay Worth the Stress?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Welcome to the Aviation Careers Podcast. Today we have a special guest Eric Zipkin to discuss trends in aviation with a focus on luxury travel experiences and how these experiences will affect the future of air travel. Questions e-mail us at [email protected] Talking Points: Eric Zipkin and his humble start in aviation. How he helped … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp422-the-future-of-luxury-personal-travel-with-eric-zipkin-co-founder-of-tradewind-aviation/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP422 The Future Of Luxury Personal Travel with Eric Zipkin Co-Founder Of Tradewind Aviation</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp422-the-future-of-luxury-personal-travel-with-eric-zipkin-co-founder-of-tradewind-aviation/">ACP422 The Future Of Luxury Personal Travel with Eric Zipkin Co-Founder Of Tradewind Aviation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Ten years ago, I discussed avoiding making a two-million-dollar mistake in your career. Today, we need to update that number and discuss how things have changed so you can avoid making a three-million-dollar mistake in your pilot career. Simple Answer…Keep flying, and don’t stop! Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp421-avoiding-a-three-million-dollar-mistake-in-your-pilot-career/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP421 Avoiding A Three Million Dollar Mistake In Your Pilot Career</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp421-avoiding-a-three-million-dollar-mistake-in-your-pilot-career/">ACP421 Avoiding A Three Million Dollar Mistake In Your Pilot Career</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>In our last episode, we discussed the 10 reasons you should become an air traffic controller. Joining me again today is George Harper, an air traffic control manager, to discuss 10 reasons you may not want to become an air traffic controller. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us to share … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp420-10-reasons-you-should-not-become-an-air-traffic-controller/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP420 10 Reasons You Should NOT Become An Air Traffic Controller</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp420-10-reasons-you-should-not-become-an-air-traffic-controller/">ACP420 10 Reasons You Should NOT Become An Air Traffic Controller</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>With a shortage of air traffic controllers, there has been a renewed interest in the career. I have with me George Harper, an air traffic control manager, who will discuss the 10 reasons why you should become an Air Traffic Controller. George joined us on the show 5 years ago when we had a great … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp419-10-reasons-you-should-become-an-air-traffic-controller/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP419 10 Reasons You Should Become An Air Traffic Controller</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp419-10-reasons-you-should-become-an-air-traffic-controller/">ACP419 10 Reasons You Should Become An Air Traffic Controller</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>An aviation career spans a lifetime, and you will experience a recession at some point. With all the talk in the news about a recession, I figured it was time to discuss how to survive a recession in your aviation career. I have discussed this topic often over the past decade, but we need a … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp418-surviving-the-next-recession/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP418 Surviving The Next Recession</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp418-surviving-the-next-recession/">ACP418 Surviving The Next Recession</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>If you are thinking of becoming a pilot, choosing the right flight school is important. In today’s video we will discuss how to find the flight school that is best for you. Although this list of items are for those who are considering a career in aviation many of these items apply to pilots who … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp417-what-flight-school-is-best-for-you/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP417 What Flight School Is Best For You?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp417-what-flight-school-is-best-for-you/">ACP417 What Flight School Is Best For You?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Don’t let people on social media steal your dreams! Research shows that negative comments outnumber positive comments almost 2 for one and when someone posts something negative there are many more comments. Therefore it is easier to find negativity online than positivity. Today I am going to give you tools on how to combat negativity … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp416-dont-let-social-media-negativity-steal-your-dreams/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP416 Don’t Let Social Media Negativity Steal Your Dreams</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp416-dont-let-social-media-negativity-steal-your-dreams/">ACP416 Don’t Let Social Media Negativity Steal Your Dreams</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Hiring is on the uptick and many of you are headed for training at your first airline, here are the things you should do to prepare for your first airline job. I am Carl Valeri, an A320 captain and instructor with a major airline. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp415-guide-to-successful-airline-pilot-training-in-2025/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP415 Guide To Successful Airline Pilot Training in 2025.</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp415-guide-to-successful-airline-pilot-training-in-2025/">ACP415 Guide To Successful Airline Pilot Training in 2025.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>The aviation industry has grown and is on a continued trajectory leading to a shortage of mechanics and pilots.. A challenge to aviation both today and for the foreseeable future is keeping quality mechanics and trying to slow the high turnover rates. Taking a unique approach to the problem of retention is CEO of JETS … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp414-addressing-mechanic-turnover-rates-with-suresh-narayanan-ceo-of-jets-mro/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP414 Addressing Mechanic Turnover Rates with Suresh Narayanan- CEO of JETS MRO</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp414-addressing-mechanic-turnover-rates-with-suresh-narayanan-ceo-of-jets-mro/">ACP414 Addressing Mechanic Turnover Rates with Suresh Narayanan- CEO of JETS MRO</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Aircraft fleets are growing and the number of hours flown keeps increasing. To fly these airplanes we need more mechanics both now and in the future. The prospects are good for an annual growth rate of 5% per year according to government statistics. Joining me today is an aircraft mechanic who helps mechanics reach their … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp413-become-an-aviation-mechanic-for-less-than-60k/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP413 Become An Aviation Mechanic For Less Than 60k.</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp413-become-an-aviation-mechanic-for-less-than-60k/">ACP413 Become An Aviation Mechanic For Less Than 60k.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>In this episode, we will discuss the 10 reasons you should NOT become an airline pilot. In our last episode, we talked about the many great reasons to become an airline pilot but there are some reasons you should NOT become an airline pilot. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp412-ten-reasons-you-should-not-become-an-airline-pilot-2025-edition/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP412 Ten Reasons You Should NOT Become An Airline Pilot: 2025 Edition.</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp412-ten-reasons-you-should-not-become-an-airline-pilot-2025-edition/">ACP412 Ten Reasons You Should NOT Become An Airline Pilot: 2025 Edition.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>In the last episode, we answered whether you should become a pilot in 2025. In today’s episode, I want to get very specific as to why you should become an airline pilot. In future episodes, we will discuss reasons you should become a General Aviation Pilot. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp411-10-reasons-you-should-become-an-airline-pilot-2025-edition/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP411 10 Reasons You Should Become An Airline Pilot: 2025 Edition</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp411-10-reasons-you-should-become-an-airline-pilot-2025-edition/">ACP411 10 Reasons You Should Become An Airline Pilot: 2025 Edition</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Should you become a pilot in 2025? If you are considering becoming a pilot to pursue a career or work part-time as a commercial pilot I think 2025 is going to be a great year to become a pilot and I will show you why. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp410-should-i-become-a-pilot-in-2025/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP410 Should I Become A Pilot In 2025?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp410-should-i-become-a-pilot-in-2025/">ACP410 Should I Become A Pilot In 2025?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Can airline pilots make $1,000 per hour? Yes, but we need to understand the context of the question. After my last episode of “Understanding Pilot Pay” https://youtu.be/n3KiUhPblKA , a conversation started about how pilots can get paid over $1,000 per hour. In this episode, I want to debunk any myths and make you understand the … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp409-1000-per-flight-hour-as-an-airline-pilot/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP409 $1,000 Per Flight Hour As An Airline Pilot?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp409-1000-per-flight-hour-as-an-airline-pilot/">ACP409 $1,000 Per Flight Hour As An Airline Pilot?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Pilot pay especially at the airlines is foreign to most workers and can be best summed in a question. How can a pilot making $30 per hour only make $30,000 a year? I will explain this and more in this video. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us to share in … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp408-understanding-pilot-pay/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP408 Understanding Pilot Pay</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp408-understanding-pilot-pay/">ACP408 Understanding Pilot Pay</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Will AI Replace Pilot Jobs? That is a question I get often and is one I have a keen interest in because I started my career studying AI in the 80’s. I don’t think so and here is why. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us to share in the podcast … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp407-will-ai-replace-pilot-jobs/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP407 Will AI Replace Pilot Jobs?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp407-will-ai-replace-pilot-jobs/">ACP407 Will AI Replace Pilot Jobs?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Today I am speaking with someone who took a unique approach to financing her flight training and turned it into a lucrative business. FlyGirl Detailing is a successful business started by a person passionate about aviation and is a testament to how hard work and dedication can make your dreams come true. Joining me is … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp406-flygirl-detailing-how-a-passion-for-aviation-turned-into-a-lucrative-business/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP406 FlyGirl Detailing : How A Passion For Aviation Turned Into A Lucrative Business</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp406-flygirl-detailing-how-a-passion-for-aviation-turned-into-a-lucrative-business/">ACP406 FlyGirl Detailing : How A Passion For Aviation Turned Into A Lucrative Business</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>You get a letter that you are involved in an FAA investigation. What should you do? Ignore or comply? We will answer these and more questions in this episode. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us to share in the podcast on YouTube to [email protected] Talking Points What is an FAA … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp405-faa-investigation-what-do-i-do/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP405 FAA Investigation – What Do I Do?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp405-faa-investigation-what-do-i-do/">ACP405 FAA Investigation – What Do I Do?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>In Today’s Episode, We Answer Your Questions Concerning Your Career. Sponsor: The sponsor of this is Stratus Financial, Private Student Lending – For Pilots, By Pilots. Stratus Financial offers student loans for pilot training from zero to hero. Stratus Financial Understands your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/ As a … <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp404-why-not-getting-this-rating-stops-most-pilots-from-progressing-in-their-careers-october-2024-questions-and-answers/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">ACP404 Why Not Getting This Rating Stops Most Pilots From Progressing In Their Careers – October 2024 Questions And Answers</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp404-why-not-getting-this-rating-stops-most-pilots-from-progressing-in-their-careers-october-2024-questions-and-answers/">ACP404 Why Not Getting This Rating Stops Most Pilots From Progressing In Their Careers – October 2024 Questions And Answers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com">Aviation Careers Podcast</a>.</p>