Justin Siems
Pilot to Pilot
Pilot to Pilot is the podcast for anyone who flies — or dreams about it. Host Justin Siems sits down with airline captains, bush pilots, CFIs, and everyone in between for honest conversations about the path to the cockpit, the grind of the career, and the love of flying that keeps us coming back. Whether you're a student pilot chasing your first solo or a captain with 20,000 hours, there's a seat for you here. New episodes weekly.
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Justin Siems
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Jun 24, 2026
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Episodes
Steve Giordano: Airline Pilot to Ferry Pilot 28.09.2021 1:14:52
Avination, this is episode 189 featuring Steve Giordano from @speedtapefilems. This bio is super quick for now. Just boarded my airline and will update this later today. Share with all your friends and check out @pilotscoffee!
Michael Garber: Funding Training Through Graphic Design. 21.09.2021 51:38
Avination, welcome back to episode 188 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today's episode is with Michael Garber of Garber Designs. Michael for as long as he can remember wanted to become a pilot. But, like many of us, saw the financial burden to be too much. That is until he decided to use his skills as a graphic designer to create stickers and drawings to help fund his flying. If your interested in...
Chris White: From Cop to Corporate Pilot 14.09.2021 1:00:42
Welcome back to episode 187 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today’s podcast features, Chris White. Chris has had quite the path to becoming a professional pilot. From finding out he gets motion sick in small planes, to having bad eyesight and completing a career as a cop. Chris, decided corporate aviation was for him. I’d you enjoy the podcast, check out @pilotscoffee and make sure to add the podca...
CalFire- Fighting Wild Fires by Air 07.09.2021 1:21:31
Avination welcome back to the pilot to pilot podcast episode 186. Today’s episode is with Cal Fire! Have you ever wondered what the life of an aerial firefighter is like? Then this podcast is for you. Jimmy and Jeff come on and talk everything about CalFire. Follow @californiafirepilotassocc, @pilottopilot and the BEST COFFEE @pilotscoffee.
Gary Krasnov: Military Pilot + Delta Pilot + RAA 31.08.2021 1:15:12
Avination, welcome back to episode 185 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today's episode is with Gary Krasnov. Gary comes on to share his aviation story and how he got involved with aviation retirement. If you like the podcast make sure to share it with all your friends! Best Coffee - Pilot's Coffee @pilotscoffee Instagram - @pilottopilot Sponsors Aviation Retirement with RAA raa.com/pilottopilot BES...
Thunderbird Pilot: Trevor Aldridge 24.08.2021 1:22:00
Avination, welcome back to episode 184 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today’s podcast is with Trevor Aldridge. Trevor who recently served as Thunderbird #2 is now a corporate pilot navigating the civilian life. Find out why Trevor went the military route, how he put himself in a position to become a Thunderbird pilot and what life is like outside the military. If you enjoy the podcast leave a revi...
Leigh Hubner: Filmmaker to Aerobatics 17.08.2021 1:09:49
Avination welcome back to episode 183 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today’s episode is with Leigh Hubner from Hangar 145. Leigh has an awesome story, moving from Australia to the US to pursue filmmaking, buying a plane, convincing his wife and kids to move to an air park and buying more planes. Leigh’s story is awesome and will be sure to inspire you to go fly! If you enjoy the podcast make sure...
Joe Costanza is Bananasssssssss 10.08.2021 1:01:46
Shout out to our sponsors Garmin Aviation, RAA, Learn The Finer Points and AOPA. RAA - Aviation retirement help visit RAA.com/pilottopilot Avination what is going on and welcome back to episode 182 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today's episode is with Joe Costanza aka Bananasssssssss on IG. Joe, who currently flies for Spirit airlines talks about his aviation journey and how his career led him t...
Garmin Smart Glide 03.08.2021 35:48
Ep. 181 - Garmin has done it again, if you remember a few years ago Garmin came on the podcast to announce the Collier award winning Auto Land. And now Garmin has done it again with, Smart Glide. I was blown away for this whole podcast and really wish this technology was available when I had an engine failure a few years ago. Want more information on Smart Glide? Make sure you check out @garminavi...
FAA Makes Drastic Ruling on The Warbird Adventures case 27.07.2021 48:01
Avination, welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast episode 180. The FAA has made a drastic ruling on the Warbird Adventures Case. Thankfully, Justine Harrison, AOPA’s general counsel comes on the podcast to break down what this ruling means. If you love the podcast please leave us a review and make sure to check out Pilot’s Coffee! Shout out to our sponsors Learn The Finer Points “Ground School...
Pilot Julia: Aerobatic & Corporate Pilot 20.07.2021 1:16:40
Do you have a retirement plan? Head over to raa.com/pilottopilot for a custom retirement plan, tailored towards your airline. Avination, welcome back to episode 179 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today's episode is with Chicago native, Julia Harrington. Julia, is a corporate pilot, acrobatic pilot and NBAA Young Members Council Member. Find out why Julia wanted to become a pilot and why she chose...
Pilot Alexis: Hope Air Canada 13.07.2021 56:43
Do you have a retirement plan? Head over to raa.com/pilottopilot for a custom retirement plan, tailored towards your airline. Avination, welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast episode 178 featuring, Pilot Alexis. Alexis, a current commercial pilot comes on to share her story and talk about Hope Air Canada. If you enjoyed today's episode make sure to follow @Pilottopilot and @Pilotscoffe on IG....
NTSB Board Member Michael Graham 06.07.2021 1:12:56
Avination, what is going on and welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast. This is episode 177 featuring NTSB Board Member, Michael Graham. Have you ever wondered how you become a board member on the NTSB? Well, this is your chance to find out. Michael goes into great depth about his aviation career and how the decisions he made led to him joining the NTSB. Enjoy the podcast? Make sure to subscri...
Ask A CFI: Jason Miller 29.06.2021 52:23
Avination, welcome back to episode 176 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Have you ever wanted to ask CFI Jason Miller from @Learnthefinerpoints a question? Well, today is the day. If you would like one of your questions answered make sure you follow me on Instagram @pilottopilot! Happy Flying, Justin Pilot to Pilot is proudly sponsored by The Ground School App. Find out more information here !
The Warbird Adventures Case 22.06.2021 31:35
Avination, welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast episode 175. In today’s episode we are talking with Justine Harrison, AOPA’s general counsel. Justine comes on the podcast to give the history of the Warbird case, what the latest ruling means for aviation as a whole and what the FAA’s long term plan is. If you like today’s podcast please leave us a review and make sure to check out Pilot’s Cof...
Pilot + Side Hustle: Aviator Cookie Company 15.06.2021 1:11:32
Avination, welcome back to episode 174 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Our guest Chris is, one of 14 pilots in his family, a current United Airlines pilot and creator of Aviator Cookie Company. Find out how Chris built his time and went back and forth between part 91 jobs and 121 jobs before landing his dream job at United Airlines. Why start a cookie company when you are a pilot at a major airline...
PilotEdge: SimVenture 2021 08.06.2021 48:57
Welcome back to the episode 173 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today’s podcast is with Kevin from PilotEdge. PilotEdge provides real, live ATC audio for when you are flying on your favorite flight simulator. On July 14 - 18 PilotEdge will be putting on their 2021 SimVenture. I’m looking forward to SimVenture and need to figure out my sim setup so I can join as well! Happy flying, Justin
Stuart Cory: DPE & United Airlines Captain 01.06.2021 1:35:23
Avination, welcome back to episode 172 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today's episode features Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and United Airlines Captain, Stuart Cory. Find out how Stuart became a DPE, why he chose United Airlines and some tips for how you can better prepare yourself for a check-ride. Happy Flying, Justin
State of the Industry 25.05.2021 1:01:47
Avination, welcome back to episode 171 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today’s episode is long overdue. Dr. Jim Higgins comes on to talk about the current state of the aviation industry. If you enjoy the podcast make sure to leave us a review, follow on Instagram @pilottopilot and buy Pilots Coffee! Pilot’s Coffee is the best coffee for life on the go, or even a day off at home! Happy flying, Justi...
Pilot Pete: Leaving Delta for United 18.05.2021 1:28:49
Avination, welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, in episode 170 we are talking with Peter Weber aka @Pilot_pete. Peter comes on the podcast to share his aviation story. Find out why Pete wanted to pursue a career in aviation, the route he chose to Delta and why he recently decided to leave Delta for United. If you enjoy the podcast make sure to follow us on Instagram @pilottopilot an...
Pilot Drew 11.05.2021 1:14:43
Avination, what is going on and welcome back to episode 169 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Find out how Andrew (@Pilot.drew) built his time which included a short stint flying tourists in Saipan and how he is now flying a 145 for a regional carrier. Did you miss last week’s announcement? Christina and I have officially launched our coffee company Pilots’s Coffee. Make sure to follow @pilotscoffee...
PILOT'S COFFEE!!!!! 04.05.2021 2:39
Avination, my quest for finding the best coffee while traveling has always left me wanting more. That is until today - Christina and I are happy to announce our new coffee company, Pilot's Coffee. Pilot's Coffee is individually packed coffee bags that are perfect for great coffee on the go. For the perfect brew, add 8 - 10oz of hot water (less water for stronger coffee), dunk the bag for 30 second...
Fly With Bruno 27.04.2021 1:13:47
Avination, I'm starting a tour and will update this episode in the future days. Catching an airline as we speak. Follow Burno on Instagram @fly_with_bruno.
F35 & FA18 Super Hornet Pilot: JD Davis AKA Tip 20.04.2021 1:22:00
Avination, what is going on and welcome back to episode 166 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today's episode features the first F35 pilot we have ever had on the podcast, JD Davis aka Tip. Tip, didn't follow the standard Navy fighter pilot path, in fact he enlisted in the Navy and was selected to be a rescue swimmer. I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I did recording it. Tip is a wealth of kno...
Ask me Anything! 13.04.2021 29:14
Avination, welcome back to episode 165 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today's episode is an ask me anything. Thats right, I answer any question you have for me. If you would like to participate in the next one make sure you follow Pilot to Pilot on Instagram! Happy Flying, Justin
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