Aviation Careers Podcast

ACP458 Starting a Part 135 with Elliot Mintzer 29.06.2026 26min

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 → The post ACP458 Starting a Part 135 with Elliot Mintzer appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP457 “Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes” Author Irwin Wenzel 22.06.2026 34min

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 → The post ACP457 “Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes” Author Irwin Wenzel appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP456 What does Spirit shutting down mean for new pilots? 15.06.2026 13min

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? → The post ACP456 What does Spirit shutting down mean for new pilots? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP455 Getting Started with FAA Medical Certification 08.06.2026 28min

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 → The post ACP455 Getting Started with FAA Medical Certification appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP454 How To Survive A Furlough 20.05.2026 14min

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 → The post ACP454 How To Survive A Furlough appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP453 Why I Retired Early As An Airline Pilot 11.05.2026 58min

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 → The post ACP453 Why I Retired Early As An Airline Pilot appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP452 Cleared for Takeoff! IHart Flying. Supporting Women In Flight. 20.04.2026 20min

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. → The post ACP452 Cleared for Takeoff! IHart Flying. Supporting Women In Flight. appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP451 Brooke Campbell Falcon 50 Pilot at 24 years old. 13.04.2026 31min

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. → The post ACP451 Brooke Campbell Falcon 50 Pilot at 24 years old. appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP450 Is Becoming A PIlot Still Worth It? 06.04.2026 20min

Trying To Decide What Direction You Should Take In Your Career? Contemplating Changing Your Career? Preparing For An Airline Interview? Can’t Decide If A Career Is Right For You? We can help with our career coaching: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/ Our Career Coaching Services Will Help You: Define Your Goals. Create An Action Plan. Guide You Towards Your … Continue reading ACP450 Is Becoming A PIlot Still Worth It? → The post ACP450 Is Becoming A PIlot Still Worth It? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP449 Is Flying Safe As A Career? 23.03.2026 17min

Is flying safe as a career? Due to recent news I have received questions from people in our coaching community asking if flying is safe. First, if you have reached this video and are wanting to discover if flying is safe as a mode of transportation the answer is yes. Flying is the safest mode … Continue reading ACP449 Is Flying Safe As A Career? → The post ACP449 Is Flying Safe As A Career? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP448 Career Update FlyGirl Detailing Obtains Commercial Pilot Certificate 09.03.2026 13min

In episode ACP406 FLYGIRL DETAILING : HOW A PASSION FOR AVIATION TURNED INTO A LUCRATIVE BUSINESSwe spoke with Claire Maher about her entrepreneurial journey into the aviation business. Now, over a year later, she has accomplished an important aviation milestone, the commercial pilot certificate. To give us a career update and discuss the journey is … Continue reading ACP448 Career Update FlyGirl Detailing Obtains Commercial Pilot Certificate → The post ACP448 Career Update FlyGirl Detailing Obtains Commercial Pilot Certificate appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP447 2026 Instructor Job Projections with Spartan CEO Rob Polston 23.02.2026 34min

Today we discuss the workforce projections for 2026 from an aviation training perspective with CEO of Spartan College Of Aeronautics and Technology, Rob Polston. https://www.spartan.edu 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 of free access when you sign up for one-on-one coaching. Pay It … Continue reading ACP447 2026 Instructor Job Projections with Spartan CEO Rob Polston → The post ACP447 2026 Instructor Job Projections with Spartan CEO Rob Polston appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP446 What Airline Pilots Really Make 26.01.2026 15min

What Airline Pilots Really Make and Why Sharing Your Pilot Paystub Is A Bad Idea We have seen an increase in pilots sharing their end of year paystubs online. Let me tell you why I think this is a bad idea with both good and bad intentions. Talking Points: What pilots really make: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/airline-and-commercial-pilots.htm#tab-5 $239,200 … Continue reading ACP446 What Airline Pilots Really Make → The post ACP446 What Airline Pilots Really Make appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 19.01.2026 12min

Should you become a pilot in 2026? Today we dive deeper into the hiring outlook for 2026 and beyond. If you want monthly updates and access to the pilot interview course and mentorship community visit https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 Questions: feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use the coupon code “CoachItForward” for the first month free. One-On-One … Continue reading ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 → The post ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP443 Are Accelerated Flight Programs The Best Option In 2026? 05.01.2026 15min

I am currently touring flight schools with the intent of becoming an airline pilot. I came across your podcast on YouTube. I listened to a great episode on the benefits of becoming an airline pilot in 2025. Thanks for sharing such valuable information. I’m reaching out with question/s regarding flight schools. Like many, the expense … Continue reading ACP443 Are Accelerated Flight Programs The Best Option In 2026? → The post ACP443 Are Accelerated Flight Programs The Best Option In 2026? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP443 The Pilot’s Bookshelf: Master Your Career & Safety (2026 Edition) 30.12.2025 18min

Take one step today to enhance your career goal with the gift card you received this holiday! Welcome to our annual recommendation on how to spend your Gift Card and Enhance your career! Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com. Our latest video: https://www.youtube.com/@AviationCareersPodcast Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the … Continue reading ACP443 The Pilot’s Bookshelf: Master Your Career & Safety (2026 Edition) → The post ACP443 The Pilot’s Bookshelf: Master Your Career & Safety (2026 Edition) appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP442 How To Pass IOE 22.12.2025 1h 2min

Recently hired or simply wondering if you can pass IOE at an airline? Today joining me is Derek Lagasse, a former check chairman with a regional carrier and now 737 first officer at a major airline. We’ll discuss how to successfully pass your Initial Operating Experience (IOE). Introduction What is IOE? What is different and … Continue reading ACP442 How To Pass IOE → The post ACP442 How To Pass IOE appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott 15.12.2025 31min

Have you ever looked skyward at the floating bubble of peaceful artwork and wondered what it would be like to be a balloon pilot? Well today we have with us Craig Elliott, author of The Balloonatics – Memoir of a Professional Hot Air Balloon Pilot. Talking Points: How Craig got involved in ballooning in 1976 … Continue reading ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott → The post ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP440 Land Your Dream Job 08.12.2025 19min

Are you dreaming of landing your ideal pilot job in 2026, but feel overwhelmed by the competition and changing hiring landscape? We’re breaking down exactly what it takes to stand out, offering insider insights and a clear roadmap to secure those highly sought-after positions. Don’t let your dream remain a dream. The 2026 Pilot Landscape: … Continue reading ACP440 Land Your Dream Job → The post ACP440 Land Your Dream Job appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP439 Paying For Flight Training 24.11.2025 23min

There are many ways you can pay for your flight training, but what is best for you? In today’s episode, we will dive into the many methods of funding your flight training with a few hacks you may never have thought of. Pay Cash Family and friends. https://www.nerdwallet.com/taxes/learn/gift-tax-rate Scholarships It is worth the work. If … Continue reading ACP439 Paying For Flight Training → The post ACP439 Paying For Flight Training appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.