Aviation Mentors

Welcome back to Aviation Mentors, your go-to podcast for all things aviation! In this exciting episode, we're diving headfirst into the exhilarating world of flight reviews. Join your favorite hosts, Brandon and Carson, as they unpack the importance of flight reviews and how they can help take your piloting skills to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned aviator or a private pilot preparing for y...

Hey there Aviation Mentors listeners! Today's episode is all about the exciting milestone of flying with your first passenger. We'll be sharing tips and insights on how to make the experience enjoyable for both you and your passenger(s), as well as addressing common concerns and questions that less-experienced pilots may have. Join us as we chat with our hosts and hear their stories of taking to t...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, where we bring you stories and insights from the world of aviation. In this episode, we have a very special guest: Kevin Strange, a Chief Test Pilot with over 20 years of experience in the industry. As one of the most respected and accomplished pilots in the field, Kevin has flown some of the most advanced aircraft in the world, pushing the boundaries of what is possib...

Hey there, Aviation Mentors Podcast listeners! Get ready for an informative and fun episode as we talk all about aircraft preventive maintenance. Joining us today is Richard Fornaca, an expert in the field of aviation maintenance with decades of experience. Our hosts, Carson, a private pilot, and Brandon, a CFI, will be guiding the discussion and picking Richard's brain on all things preventive ma...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast where pilots share their experiences and insights to help you navigate your own aviation journey. In this episode, we sit down with Brandon, a seasoned pilot who's been in the industry for years. Brandon shares his experiences and challenges on instrument training for aircraft. You'll hear firsthand about the difficulties pilots face during instrument train...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast that brings you the latest insights and tips on flying and aviation-related topics. In this episode, we'll be discussing a fascinating subject: airplane ownership. Have you ever wondered what it takes to own your own airplane? Are you considering investing in a plane for personal or business use? Or are you just curious about the costs and responsibilities...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the aviation industry. In this episode, we'll be discussing one of the most important tools in a pilot's training: flight simulators. Join us as we explore the usefulness of flight simulators and how they're essential in preparing and staging pilots for the real world. We'll be discussing the benefits of simulation traini...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors Podcast. In today's episode, Carson will be answering questions from reddit from “how to plan for a long XC” to “what should I do if I get lasered?” Flying is a skill that requires practice and consistency. Carson will share his insights and experience on the ideal frequency of flight lessons to ensure that a student pilot maximizes their learning and progress towards t...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast where we explore the world of aviation and share tips and insights to help you become a better pilot. In this episode, we're going to talk about one of the most exciting and challenging transitions in aviation: getting your multi-engine rating. If you're a pilot with a single-engine rating, you may be wondering what it takes to upgrade to a multi-engine rat...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast where we talk all things aviation. In this episode, we'll be diving into the important topic of medicals for pilots. If you're a student pilot, you know that medicals are a crucial aspect of the training process, and it's important to understand the different types of medicals you'll need and how to prepare for them. Join us as we speak with Brandon, a CFI...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast where we help aspiring pilots reach their goals. In this episode, we will be interviewing Brandon Martini, a certified flight instructor, with Carson Vasquez will be sharing his experiences as well.

 We ask him about some common questions about checkrides, what to expect during the process, and how to prepare for the oral portion. We'll also be discussing...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast where we talk to aviation experts about their experiences and insights in the industry. In today's episode, Carson will be interviewing Jack Schneider, a sharp, young aviator with big dreams and a solid path to follow them. Jack will share his thoughts and experiences on the exciting events that took place on Day 6 of Sun N Fun. We get to hear all about Jac...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast where we explore the world of aviation with experts in the field. In this episode, Carson Vasquez takes you to Sun N Fun - Day 5 with Jake in his A-10 Warthog, and give you an inside look into this incredible event. Sun N Fun is one of the most anticipated events in the aviation world, and with Jake flying his A-10 Warthog, the excitement is at an all-time...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast where we explore the world of aviation and bring you the latest news and insights from industry experts. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Mike Harris, an aviation enthusiast and the host of the Why we Fly podcast, join us to discuss Sun N Fun Day 4 and all things avionics and interior division. Mike Harris is a seasoned professional with years of exp...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast that takes you on a journey through the world of aviation! Join us as we explore the highlights of Sun N Fun Day 3, one of the most highly anticipated events in the aviation world. From awe-inspiring displays of aerobatics to captivating talks by industry leaders, this day had it all. But what really caught our attention was Jason Owen's PBY Catalina. This...

In this episode, we're taking you to one of the most exciting events in aviation - the Sun N Fun expo (Day 2) at Lakeland Linder International Airport. We'll be exploring the latest and greatest airplanes on display, and highlighting the coolest features and technologies that make them stand out. Join us as we talk to expert pilots, aircraft designers, and aviation enthusiasts, who will share thei...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast where we discuss all things aviation and offer valuable insights to help you become a better pilot. In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of aviation as we take you on a journey through the first day of the Sun N Fun expo. Join us as we explore the latest and greatest in aviation gear, including innovative technology, cutting-edge designs, and st...

In today's episode, we tackle a hot topic in the industry: the pilot shortage. As the demand for air travel continues to grow, the aviation industry is facing a critical shortage of qualified pilots. Our guests today are experts in this field. They'll share their insights on the root causes of the pilot shortage, the challenges it poses, and the strategies being implemented to address it. We'll di...

Join us on this episode of Aviation Mentors as we explore the fascinating world of ferrying airplanes. We'll dive into the logistics of hiring the right pilots and safely transporting aircraft to their destinations. Have you ever wondered how airplanes are transported from one place to another? Whether it's a brand new aircraft being delivered to a customer, or a plane that needs to be moved for m...

Welcome to the Aviation Mentors Podcast, the show where we dive into the world of aviation and hear from experts in the field. In this episode, we will be interviewing Brandon Martini, a certified flight instructor, where we explore his experiences and insights as a CFI. We ask him about his first lesson as a CFI and what it felt like to be in control of the plane for the first time. We also discu...

Welcome to Aviation Mentors, the podcast that dives deep into the world of aviation. In this episode, Brandon and Carson take on the topic of emergencies - one of the biggest concerns for every pilot. Together, they discuss the essential elements of what governs an emergency and provide valuable insights on how to declare an emergency. From dealing with passengers getting sick mid-flight, fires th...

Welcome to the 50th episode of Aviation Mentors! To celebrate this incredible milestone, we've got a very special guest today, Anthony Geraci, the CEO of Stratus Financial. In this episode, Anthony will be sharing with us his personal journey into the aviation world and how he caught the aviation bug. He'll also give us the story of how and why he started Stratus Financial, a company that provides...

In this episode, we sit down with Joni, a 747 pilot, and dive into his inspiring journey from a skipper to a commercial pilot. We interviewed Joni about his journey in aviation. We explore how Joni first got interested in aviation and the steps he took to turn his dream into a reality. We also delve into the challenges he faced while building up his flying hours to the FAA's required 1500-hour min...

In this episode, we're shaking things up a bit and turning to Reddit to answer your burning questions about flying. Whether you're a soon-to-be pilot, a current student, or a seasoned aviator, we've got the answers you're looking for! Join us as we dive into the Reddit forums to tackle questions on everything from the best and most efficient way to start a flying career while still a college stude...

We've got a special guest for you today as we welcome back one of your favorite guests, Richard Fornaca, to discuss a topic that's near and dear to every pilot's heart - buying a plane! Join us as we pick Brandon and Richard's brains on all things related to aircraft buying, from the dos and don'ts of buying a plane to the importance of pre-buy inspections. We'll cover everything you need to know...