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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. to help us understand A Sky-High View...

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 will focus on what an MRO does, how E...

Do you feel that airline recruiters value an aviation management degree from a UND, Embry-Riddle type aviation college, compared to a traditional bachelor's in business degree with pilot training from an independent flight school? Also, in your view, does earning an aviation degree from a top aviation university provide meaningful advantages for aspiring pilots, not only in securing their first ai...

ACP431 Why Professional Pilot Is A Great Career with CEO of Thrust Flight Academy Patrick Arnzen. 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 Fligh...

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: feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com

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 Mentorship. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/mentorship/ Get one month free us...

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 an attorney with the sponsor of this episode, the Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC. In ad...

Did I Make the Right Choice going to a regional after furlough from a major? Talking Points: You are not alone. Others have done the same. Don't let ego get in the way of your career. Ego is the enemy book of the month. We sometimes take a step back to again move forward. After 9/11 many mainline pilots flew at the regionals. Some pilots refused jobs because they were beneath them. I sent hundreds...

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 it viable to take the ATP CTP course on my own dime these days? I know that it would make me more competitive, but I always thought that the airlines, more or less, always would pay for it when hired. Talking 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 and overcome challenges. To find out more about our individual and group c...

ACP424 Pilot Jobs In 2025: Mid-Year Update 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. Talking Points: The State of Pilot Hiring in 2025 - The resurgence of air travel after the pandemic led to an initia...

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 you determine if the high pay is truly worth the demanding lifestyle of a captain...

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 feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com Sponsor Message Talking Points: Eric Zipkin and his humble start in aviation. How he helped build the brand Tradewind Avia...

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 to share in the podcast on YouTube to feedback@aviationcareersp...

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 in the podcast on YouTube to feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com Ten Reasons You Should Not...

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 conversation about what it is like to be a controller. Check out episode 285 to learn more. Send us you...

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 refresh for the current marketplace. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us to share in the...

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 want to fly recreationally. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us to share in the podc...

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 online and help you pursue your dreams! Send us your accomplishm...

Since 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 to share in the podcast on YouTube to feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com Guide To Passing Airline Training...

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 MRO Suresh Narayanan. If you are someone looking towards a career in aviation or...

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 career goals. Mark Joy is a certificated A & P mechanic with over 15 years of...

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 to share in the podcast on YouTube to feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com 10 Reasons You Should NOT Be...

In the last episode, we answered the question of 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, and in future episodes, we will discuss reasons you should become a General Aviation Pilot. Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us to share in the podcast on YouTube to feedback@aviationcareerspodc...

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 us to share in the podcast on YouTube to feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com Talking Points Why you should become a pilot even if...