The Wayward Pilot Podcast

Interview with a Regional Airline Pilot

Jonathan discusses what it's like to become a new regional airline First officer with Aaron Weems

Welcome Back

Join us as we welcome back the podcast after a long hiatus! Mary and Danielle join the podcast once again to give insights on their time as flight instructors dring the p

The mysterious CFI Checkride, and what it's like to be a new instructor...

Jonathan checks back in with Mary and Danielle who have recently passed their CFI checkrides and gets their thoughts on what it's like to be the newest instructor(s)

The best tips for successful pilot training.

Jonathan discusses the best ways to ensure you are successful and make the most of your private pilot training in the least amount of time, for the best price.

The one about me, my checkride failure, and the lessons it taught me...

Jonathan talks about his path to becoming a professional pilot that took over 10 years and the lessons learned from a checkride failure.

ATC Insights / Arelplane.com

Jonathan talks with local Air Traffic Controller Matt Craviotto and interviews Arel English, creator of Arelplane.com, a web app used to create a virtual map of your pers

Interview with a DPE / Student Pilot Q&A

In this episode Jonathan talks with Designated Pilot Examiner David Lackey about practical testing for pilot certificates, and answers a student pilot's questions ab

The Pros and Cons of ATP Flight School

Jonathan discusses what it's really like at ATP Flight School with fellow alum, commercial pilot, and flight instructor, Aaron Weems.

Buying an Airplane / Flying Fears

In this episode, we discuss the process of purchasing and owning an aircraft. Also, we discuss the fears and joys of flying with some very special guests.

From Student Pilot to CFI

Two former students, Mary Kuehn and Danielle Donovan, discuss their path from student pilot through instrument and commercial ratings, and their upcoming CFI check ride.