Aviation Careers Podcast

ACP471 What It’s REALLY Like To Be an Airline Simulator Instructor

What is it really like to spend your working day in a full-motion flight simulator preparing airline pilots for some of the most demanding situations they may ever encoun

ACP470 1,500 Hours Without Becoming a CFI

======================================== One on One Coaching: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/ We will help you define your goals and create a plan to lan

ACP469 Master the Language of Aviation

Aviation has its own language—and for a new student pilot, mechanic, or aviation professional, that language can sometimes feel overwhelming. Today we talk with Daniel Be

ACP468 A Midlife Reinvention: Anita Ammon’s Inspiring Career Change

“Am I too old to change careers and become a professional pilot?” Sometimes that question comes from someone in their 30s. Sometimes in their 40s. Sometimes in their 50s.

ACP467 From Corporate Flight Attendant to Children’s Author — Jessica Chrismer

Jessica Chrismer has traveled to all 50 states and at least 30 countries during a career that has included more than a decade as a corporate flight attendant. But somewhe

ACP466 Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: Lessons in Perseverance, Passion, and Laughter

Today we have a special guest Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: An Irreverent Aviation Tale. Kevin encourages pilots and non-pilots alike to persevere through setbac

ACP465 Pilot: The Ultimate Remote Career

Coaching, Courses, and Scholarships. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/ ========================================= When most people hear the phrase “remote career,” t

ACP464 A Pilot’s Second Act After The Pension Disappeared

Bankruptcy. Merger. A frozen pension. Furlough. These are words every airline pilot hopes they will never hear. Today’s guest has experienced all of them—and still manage

ACP463 Hours vs.The Right Hours with Elliot Mintzer

Today we have a returning guest Elliot Mintzer to discuss Building the Right Hours. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com/ Talking Points: 1. Every Hour Is Not Created Equal

ACP462 Changing Careers in Your 50s: Doug Wolfe’s Journey to Corporate Aviation

Is it too late to become a professional pilot in your 50s? Today’s guest, Doug Wolfe, proves that age does not have to prevent you from pursuing your aviation dreams. Dou

ACP461 Young Aviation Entrepreneur Ethan Lin

Most 15-year-olds are just beginning to think about their future careers. Today’s guest says he is already working in aircraft sales and representing a Polish light-sport

ACP460 A Trip To The Emergency Room Grounded Me : Lessons Learned One Year Later

One year ago I sat in my car outside the urgent care knowing I should go due to my medical condition but also knew that my career as a pilot may end. This is the story of

ACP459 Using Your 529 For Flight Training with Paul Wynns

Today, we have a special guest, Paul Wynns, to discuss using your 529 for flight training. Paul is the co-founder of FlexAir Flight, recently received his PhD, and is a v

ACP458 Starting a Part 135 with Elliot Mintzer

Today we have a special guest Elliot Mintzer, a former operator of two multimillion dollar PC-12 focused part 135 operations. We are excited to discuss what it takes to s

ACP457 “Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes” Author Irwin Wenzel

Today we have a special guest Irwin Wenzel Author of Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes : A sharp, funny, and heartfelt memoir about defying expectations—and finding yo

ACP456 What does Spirit shutting down mean for new pilots?

The most common question I get after publishing my last episode about surviving a furlough is “What does Spirit shutting down mean for new pilots?” Today, I will also ans

ACP455 Getting Started with FAA Medical Certification

Today we have a special guest Chris Pezalla to discuss getting started with FAA Medical Certification. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com Talking Points: Steps before you

ACP454 How To Survive A Furlough

If you have been furloughed, are facing a furlough, or want to know what a furlough is, this podcast is for you. I know what it is like to be furloughed and have been ass

ACP453 Why I Retired Early As An Airline Pilot

Do you ever wonder why some airline pilots retire early, even though we have heard this is a dream job? Today we have a special guest, Max Kohnke, who recently retired ea

ACP452 Cleared for Takeoff! IHart Flying. Supporting Women In Flight.

I Hart flying scholarships have been in our scholarships guide since their inception. Don’t forget through the generous support of our listeners and sponsors you can get