Aviation Careers Podcast

By Carl Valeri

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A Podcast about Achieving Your Aviation Career Goals

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ACP373 Considering A Career...

11.02.2023

Considering a career change into aviation and not sure what you your goal looks like? In this episode we discuss how to better stay focused on your goal of becoming a pilot without getting distracted or discouraged. If you want ...

Aviation Careers Podcast episodes:

11.02.2023 ACP373 Considering A Career Change And Don’t Know The End Goal? Considering a career change into aviation and not sure what you your goal looks like? In this episode we discuss how to better stay focused on your goal of becoming a pilot without getting distracted or discouraged. If you want ...
10.23.2023 ACP372 Will going to a small college and getting a Restricted ATP reduce my chances of getting hired? If you want to ask a question visit: http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Or [email protected] Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC you can find www.strumorlaw.com. They are giving away 50 scholarship guides. You can get yours ...
09.27.2023 ACP371 Don’t Let Past Medical Issues Prevent You From Pursuing Your Dream! Do you think you can’t become a pilot due to a past medical issue? You might be surprised at what can and cannot affect your medical. Today we will discuss why you should not let a past medical issue prevent ...
09.21.2023 ACP370 Airline Career Pilot Programs Explained Today we answer a question concerning airline career programs. They come with many names including pathway, flow-through, gateway, destinations, and many more. In this episode, I will try to explain the benefits and challenges of these programs coming up next. ...
09.14.2023 ACP369 Commuting Pros and Cons What is it like to be a crew member commuting to work? Whether you are a pilot, flight attendant, mechanic, or other work group that is able to commute to work there are both challenges and benefits to commuting. In ...
09.06.2023 ACP368 How Social Media Can Ruin Your Career After decades of counseling pilots, I have seen many people ruin a great career through their actions and posts on social media. Today we want to help you avoid the pitfalls of social media and give advice on how you ...
08.08.2023 ACP367 Career Change Dollars and Sense Many listeners ask if they can afford to change careers and become pilots. To answer this question I prepared this presentation to discuss how much pilots make and if a change makes sense for you. If you want to ask ...
07.30.2023 ACP366 Your Medical Has Been Deferred Now What? Has your medical been deferred or do you fear having a deferral? Well, fret no more. Today I have with me aviation attorney Chris Pezalla to discuss deferrals and how to navigate your way through the FAA process of successfully ...
06.23.2023 ACP365 Pass Your Checkride with Examiner Seth Lake If you are preparing for a check ride at the airline or you are preparing for your private pilot check ride we all have similar challenges from an academic and psychological standpoint. Today I have with me Seth Lake, an ...
04.20.2023 ACP364 Hired At Sun N Fun 2023 In today’s episode, we speak with Nate Mitich an inspirational aviator who has a special announcement about his aviation career he made during Sun N Fun. Nate is the pilot who was building hours in his airplane and traced a ...
03.15.2023 ACP363 Getting started at 39 – The Rumors and the Spouse In today’s episode, we discuss the truth about Airline schedules and pilot earnings. This comes from [email protected] and from the YouTube Channel Comments. If you want to ask a question visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Patrons Giving Away Free Scholarship Guides: Thank you ...
03.08.2023 ACP362 Pilot Shortage Explained: 2023 Edition For the past 20 years, I have been asked to explain THE Pilot Shortage as if it was a thing. The truth of the matter is we have had shortages and If you want to ask a question visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ ...
03.01.2023 ACP361 Are You An Aviation Entrepreneur? Is an airline career not for you? Want the freedom a business gives you? You should consider becoming an Aviation Entrepreneur. Joining me today to discuss aviation entrepreneurship is Eric Crump Director of The Aerospace Center For Excellence. If you ...
02.17.2023 ACP360 What Is The Best Path From Zero To Hero For A 34-Year-Old? ACP360 What Is The Best Path From Zero To Hero For A 34-Year-Old? In today’s episode, we answer the question “What is the best path from zero to hero? If you want to ask a question visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Sponsor Giving ...
01.28.2023 ACP359 Would my time be better spent simply buying a plane and flying? Today I answer the question: “Would my time be better spent simply buying a plane and flying?” Sponsor: “Tailwind Waymakers is a non-profit founded to help fund aviation dreams. So whether you could use some help funding your aviation training ...
01.09.2023 ACP358 Music as A Side Hustle To My Flying Job and other questions answered. Today we answer the question: “ Can you have a side hustle as a musician and be a pilot?” answer your questions. Sponsor: “Tailwind Waymakers is a non-profit founded to help fund aviation dreams. So whether you could use some ...
12.28.2022 ACP357 Challenges Of Paying For Your Flight Training with Dustin Davis of Tailwind Waymakers Today we have a special guest Dustin Davis of Tailwind Waymakers. Their mission is to help those who want to pursue careers in aviation but struggle due to the high entry costs. They are a nonprofit organization focused on helping ...
12.21.2022 ACP356 What Degree Do I Need To Become a Pilot Click Here To Watch This Episode On YouTube But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and click on the online course. If you have questions please email us at: [email protected]. ...
11.22.2022 ACP355 True Tales From The Golden Age Of Flying: A Flight Attendant’s Perspective Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we answer the question: What was it like to be a flight attendant during the Golden Age Of Flying? I have flown with many former TWA flight attendants and ...
10.21.2022 ACP354 Bidding For Success Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we focus on how to successfully bid on your airline schedule. But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and ...
10.13.2022 ACP353 Degree Vs Flight Time: What Is More Important? ACP353 Degree Vs Flight Time: What Is More Important? Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss the importance of a degree vs Flight Time. But before we begin, if you want to be a ...
09.26.2022 ACP352 Life of a 767 Cargo Pilot with Josh Meznarich Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss the lifestyle of a 767 Cargo Pilot with Josh Meznarich. But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast ...
09.14.2022 ACP351 What If I Reach The Wrong Goal In My Career? Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/vAKempdiyWQ But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and click on the online course. If you have questions please email us at: [email protected]. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/recommended-reading/ Listener Mail: One ...
08.16.2022 ACP350 Is starting a professional career in flying at 55 worth the effort? In today’s episode we answer the question: Is starting a professional career in flying at 55 worth the effort? If you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and click on the online course. If you ...
08.07.2022 ACP349 Turbulence Ahead: What the Great Resignation means for the Aviation Industry Joining me today is Arpad Szakal, author of the article Turbulence Ahead: What the ’Great Resignation’ means for the Aviation Industry. I am excited to talk to Arpad about this article and discuss the future of hiring in the aviation ...
07.29.2022 ACP348 Flying As A Flight Inspection Pilot with Russ Roslewski Joining me today is Russ Roslewski, Co-Host of Stuck Mic AvCast. He has taken the next step in his aviation career and secured a job as a Flight Inspection Pilot for a government agency. Russ is a very experienced pilot, ...
07.24.2022 ACP347 From Housekeeper to Jet Pilot: A Story of Persistence Joining me today is Mary (Julieta) Triana Vasquez better known as https://www.instagram.com/capijulieta/ on Instagram. I have been following Mary’s career for many years and she is one of the best examples of how persistence in your aviation career can pay ...
07.01.2022 ACP346 Flight Operations and Ferry Flying Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Joining me today is Brianna Dittman to discuss careers in Flight Operations and Ferry flying. But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please ...
06.06.2022 ACP345 Yes, You Can Become A Pilot at 45 or Older! Today we answer the question: how do I start a career at 45 years old? Thank you to our listener who wrote into [email protected] If you have a question leave on in the comments below or write us directly at: ...
05.09.2022 ACP344 Why You Should Join Women In Aviation with Brianna Dittman Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. In today’s episode I interview Flight Operations Administrator Brianna Dittman to discuss why you should join Women In Aviation and how to start your own chapter. If you have a ...
04.27.2022 ACP343 Time Or Money. What Is More Important For My Pilot Career? Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. In today’s episode, we discuss if it is more important to build hours or get the best paying job flying in your career. If you have a question leave on ...
03.15.2022 ACP342 What Degree Do I Need To Become An Airline Pilot? In today’s episode, we discuss the type of degree You need to become an airline pilot. If you have a question leave on in the comments below or write us directly at: [email protected] All of these questions today come from ...
03.03.2022 ACP341 Is Corporate or Part 121 Airlines Better For A Career Change at 50? In today’s episode, we discuss if it is better to go the 121 our corporate aviation route as a pilot over 50. Please visit our sponsors at AviationCareersPodcast.com/Free Want to become a sponsor please visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/ Questions? e-mail us at: ...
02.02.2022 ACP340 Aviation Gives Back with Matt Duginski Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Joining me today is Matt Duginski to discuss his new passion project Aviation Gives Back. First, a few words from our sponsors on Patreon and especially Kenyon who to date ...
01.22.2022 ACP339 Can I Remove A Felony Arrest From My Record ? Joining me today is Chris Pezalla with the Law Offices of Strumor Law in our first Ask The Attorney Series https://www.strumorlaw.com/ For a Free Scholarship Guide visit AviationCareersPodcast.com/Free Want to become a sponsor please visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/ [email protected] Talking Points: Can ...
12.12.2021 ACP338 Should I Get My Multi-Engine Instructor Rating? Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In todays’ episode we answer the question:Should I Get My Multi-Engine Instructor Rating? The sponsor of this episode is Benjamin Law Firm https://www.brockmorganbenjamin.com Aviation Law Attorney If want to help ...
11.23.2021 ACP337 Should I Build Hours For The Regionals In My Own Airplane? Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In todays’ episode we answer the question: should you build hours for the regionals in a personal plane? But first a few emails from listeners and if you want to ...
10.19.2021 ACP336 Should I Become A Professional Pilot Even If I Am The Sole Earner In My Family? Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In today’s episode I answer the question if you should leave your job and become an airline pilot, even if you are the sole earner in the family. If want ...
09.16.2021 ACP335 How To Keep The Aviation Passion Alive, Even With A Lack Of Funds Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast: How To Keep The Aviation Passion Alive, Even With A Lack Of Funds. In today’s episode, I answer listener mail and the question of how to keep the aviation passion ...
08.27.2021 ACP334 Business Aviation Days at Auburn University Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In today’s episode, we discuss Business Aviation and how Auburn University is involved in outreach to help people understand careers in Business Aviation. Joining me today are Auburn alumni Will ...
08.18.2021 ACP333 If There Is A Pilot Shortage Why Can’t I Get Hired? Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In today’s episode, we discuss why getting hired in this still has its challenges. Sponsor: We liked to thank our Patreon Sponsors for providing free scholarships guides to our listeners. ...
07.15.2021 ACP332 Student Pilot Bill Of Rights with Gary Palmer Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In today’s episode, Flight Instructor Gary Palmer joins me to discuss a proposed Student Bill Of Rights. Talking Points: Gary Palmer’s Aviation Journey. Career progression. Why a student bill of ...
06.18.2021 ACP331 Two Steps To a Successful Letter Of Recommendation and Why Most Fail By Skipping Step 1 Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In today’s episode, we discuss the process of creating a successful letter of recommendation. TimeLine: 00:00 Intro: The 2 parts to a successful Letter Of Recommendation 01:34 Step 1 : ...
05.14.2021 ACP330 Perseverance When Everyone Says No – Lessons From A Marine Pilot. Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In today’s episode, I read an inspiring story from a Marine Pilot who succeeded through perseverance even though he had many No’s in his career progression. Links Mentioned In This ...
04.20.2021 ACP329 If I have Covid-19 will it affect my Pilot Medical? On March 31, 2021, the FAA updated the guidelines for Aviation Medical Examiners concerning applicants who have had Covid-19. There have been many questions surrounding the new guidelines and in this video, we will discuss how the new guidelines will ...
04.12.2021 ACP328 Can I Make a Living As A Flight Instructor in 2021? Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. Today we answer the question Can I Make a Living As A Flight Instructor in 2021? Thank you to our Patrons. http://AviationCareersPodcast.com/Patreon Thank you to our sponsors for giving away ...
04.08.2021 ACP327 Living With Covid-19 As An Airline Pilot. Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. Today we discuss the challenges with living with Covid-19 as an airline pilot. Thank you to our Patrons. http://AviationCareersPodcast.com/Patreon Sponsor: https://planeenglishsim.com App-based aviation radio simulator is an easy way to ...
03.29.2021 ACP326 Brandi Rector Helicopter Pilot and Owner of Skyhunter Outfitters Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. Today I am speaking with helicopter pilot Brandi Rector owner of Skyhunter Outfitters who has taken her passion for flying helicopters into an industry many of us may never have ...
03.22.2021 ACP325 Airport Safety Management Systems Manager Arielle Sewell Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. Today I am speaking with Arielle Sewell, a Safety Management Systems Manager for a small-hub airport. SMS at airports receives little attention, but as the discipline expands more specialists will ...
03.15.2021 ACP324 Online Aviation Tutor and Commercial Pilot Raphael. Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. Today we discuss Raphael’s journey towards becoming a commercial pilot and how he has taken the opportunity to become an online aviation tutor. Sponsor: https://planeenglishsim.com App-based aviation radio simulator is ...

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Aviation Careers Podcast episodes:

ACP373 Considering A Career Change And Don’t Know The End Goal?

ACP372 Will going to a small college and getting a Restricted ATP reduce my chances of getting hired?

ACP371 Don’t Let Past Medical Issues Prevent You From Pursuing Your Dream!

ACP370 Airline Career Pilot Programs Explained

ACP369 Commuting Pros and Cons

ACP368 How Social Media Can Ruin Your Career

ACP367 Career Change Dollars and Sense

ACP366 Your Medical Has Been Deferred Now What?

ACP365 Pass Your Checkride with Examiner Seth Lake

ACP364 Hired At Sun N Fun 2023

ACP363 Getting started at 39 – The Rumors and the Spouse

ACP362 Pilot Shortage Explained: 2023 Edition

ACP361 Are You An Aviation Entrepreneur?

ACP360 What Is The Best Path From Zero To Hero For A 34-Year-Old?

ACP359 Would my time be better spent simply buying a plane and flying?

ACP358 Music as A Side Hustle To My Flying Job and other questions answered.

ACP357 Challenges Of Paying For Your Flight Training with Dustin Davis of Tailwind Waymakers

ACP356 What Degree Do I Need To Become a Pilot

ACP355 True Tales From The Golden Age Of Flying: A Flight Attendant’s Perspective

ACP354 Bidding For Success

ACP353 Degree Vs Flight Time: What Is More Important?

ACP352 Life of a 767 Cargo Pilot with Josh Meznarich

ACP351 What If I Reach The Wrong Goal In My Career?

ACP350 Is starting a professional career in flying at 55 worth the effort?

ACP349 Turbulence Ahead: What the Great Resignation means for the Aviation Industry

ACP348 Flying As A Flight Inspection Pilot with Russ Roslewski

ACP347 From Housekeeper to Jet Pilot: A Story of Persistence

ACP346 Flight Operations and Ferry Flying

ACP345 Yes, You Can Become A Pilot at 45 or Older!

ACP344 Why You Should Join Women In Aviation with Brianna Dittman

ACP343 Time Or Money. What Is More Important For My Pilot Career?

ACP342 What Degree Do I Need To Become An Airline Pilot?

ACP341 Is Corporate or Part 121 Airlines Better For A Career Change at 50?

ACP340 Aviation Gives Back with Matt Duginski

ACP339 Can I Remove A Felony Arrest From My Record ?

ACP338 Should I Get My Multi-Engine Instructor Rating?

ACP337 Should I Build Hours For The Regionals In My Own Airplane?

ACP336 Should I Become A Professional Pilot Even If I Am The Sole Earner In My Family?

ACP335 How To Keep The Aviation Passion Alive, Even With A Lack Of Funds

ACP334 Business Aviation Days at Auburn University

ACP333 If There Is A Pilot Shortage Why Can’t I Get Hired?

ACP332 Student Pilot Bill Of Rights with Gary Palmer

ACP331 Two Steps To a Successful Letter Of Recommendation and Why Most Fail By Skipping Step 1

ACP330 Perseverance When Everyone Says No – Lessons From A Marine Pilot.

ACP329 If I have Covid-19 will it affect my Pilot Medical?

ACP328 Can I Make a Living As A Flight Instructor in 2021?

ACP327 Living With Covid-19 As An Airline Pilot.

ACP326 Brandi Rector Helicopter Pilot and Owner of Skyhunter Outfitters

ACP325 Airport Safety Management Systems Manager Arielle Sewell

ACP324 Online Aviation Tutor and Commercial Pilot Raphael.