This month we welcome Lynda Meeks and Ron Klutts, both newly minted CFIs. We discuss the process of becoming an instructor, checkrides and learning to teach. We also have a product review and the winner of our last Aviation challenge.

PJP #035 - Newly Minted CFIs

The Pilot's Journey Podcast discusses aviation, proficiency and enjoying the journey.

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Stew tells 
        	us about his dream job flying freight for Empire Airlines. From a schedule with lots of 
        	at-home time to one of his favorite aircraft, the ATR-72, Stew is living his part 121 dream.
					Mike describes his dream of flying the back country with Gem Air, a part 135 airline flying 
					multiple makes and models. Stu tells about his new (to him) Cirrus and the Thrust Flight Zero 
					Time to Airline program where airline pilots are made.

PJP #060 - Living the Dream

This episode we welcome Dick Knapinski, Director of Communications for EAA. Dick and the
						crew discuss AirVenture 2018 as well as fond memories of past shows. The crew also catches up 
						on what they've been doing with their careers.

PJP #059 - So Oshkosh

Stew tells us about his new job for "ATR Airlines", and tales of type ratings and IOE in frigid Alaska.
          Stu also relates his visit to Alaska, but at 50 degrees above zero. His family vacation included helicopter rides and the chance to land a Cessna 170 on a glacier.
          Mike drops the big announcement that he is making a career change into the air charter world. Before long he'll want to be called "Captain Mike".

PJP #058 - 50 below

This episode is on location at Bic's restaurant near the Addison, 
        	Texas airport. The three Stews get in the same room for a rare occasion to 
        	discuss Mike's progress in achieving his CFI rating.

PJP #057 - Texas Pecan Pie

Stew tells us out about his “expedited takeoff” from Puerto Rico. He also gets to play 
						Aircraft Repo Guy with a Zenith Zodiac he received from his grandfather.
						Stu talks about selling his beloved Cessna twin, and the completion of his multi-engine 
						ATP rating. He also mentions his visit to Sun-n-Fun 2016.Mike creates a buzz as he talks about his new book project. He also discusses staying 
						IFR current and meeting PTS standards. He also relates flying into challenging back 
						country strips where you have to be on your game.

PJP #035 - Newly Minted CFIs

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