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 what I did and what I learned one year later. Before I get started, full disclosure: my attorney … Continue reading ACP460 A Trip To The Emergency Room Grounded Me : Lessons Learned One Year Later →

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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 volunteer with The Flight Training Alliance, an organization key to advancing this new legislation. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com Links: https://www.nftaus.org/ https://goflexair.com/ https://goflexair.com/529 https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/ Coaching, Courses, and Scholarships. … Continue reading ACP459 Using Your 529 For Flight Training with Paul Wynns →

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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 start and operate a successful Part 135 operation. Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use the coupon code “CoachItForward” for the first month free. One-On-One Coaching: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/career-coaching Special: One month … Continue reading ACP458 Starting a Part 135 with Elliot Mintzer →

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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 your own flight path. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com/ Talking Points: How he developed his passion for aviation. Growing up in the Queens and understanding Why Jewish Boys Don’t Fly. Irwin’s … Continue reading ACP457 “Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes” Author Irwin Wenzel →

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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 answer the question of how this affects all pilots at all levels. Talking Points: https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/spirit-airlines-closure-a-devastating-blow-to-more-than-2000-pilots-thousands-more-workers This news does not affect the new pilots. You are at … Continue reading ACP456 What does Spirit shutting down mean for new pilots? →

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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 apply -Read the user guide -Have your medical information ready -Application process (MedExpress) and AME visit -Be accurate and complete -Find additional documentation -Save the confirmation number -Post AME Visit -Issued (But … Continue reading ACP455 Getting Started with FAA Medical Certification →

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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 assisting furloughed pilots for over 25 years. Today I am going to share with you proven steps that work in surviving … Continue reading ACP454 How To Survive A Furlough →

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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 early as an airline pilot, and he shares why he retired early and what he misses and doesn’t miss about the job one year … Continue reading ACP453 Why I Retired Early As An Airline Pilot →

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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 a scholarship guide for free by visiting https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free/. Rachelle from I Hart is joining us today to announce a new initiative to support women in flight. As many … Continue reading ACP452 Cleared for Takeoff! IHart Flying. Supporting Women In Flight. →

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Today we have a special guest who is living her dream flying a Falcon 50 to exotic and exciting airports. Talking Points: What fueled her passion for aviation? Schools attended including college Funny story from her training. Tips for student pilots. Why did you choose corporate aviation? Advice for those looking to get into corporate … Continue reading ACP451 Brooke Campbell Falcon 50 Pilot at 24 years old. →

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