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Flight training isn't a walk in the park on its own.  Add in a job, spouse, and kids and you've made training much much more difficult.

One of the critical steps in your progression into the airlines is the stepping stone of the Regional Airlines.  But first, you have to pass the interview.  How hard is it?  Is there any truth behind the statement "if you have a pulse you're hired"?  My good friend Brandon joins me to discuss exactly what goes down in the Regional Airline interview process. Music: Energy -...

As we progress in our careers, some of us have some serious considerations to make directly related to the money we bring in. One of those concerns, especially for those of us considering a career change, is our ability to earn a decent paycheck at a regional airline. I brought in a friend of mine, Paul, to discuss the facts and give an honest account of one's ability to earn pay at a regional airline. Do the numbers stack up? Listen in because I think you'll be surprised.

It is with great honor and pleasure to have my first guest on the podcast.  Of course, it would have to be none other than Carl Valeri from Aviation Careers Podcast and Stuck Mic Avcast!  Carl has been an inspiration of mine for producing this podcast and he continues to motivate me forward in my career.  As many of you know, I am in the market for a good CFI school and the task is daunting.  Carl and I discuss what makes a good CFI school and what to look for in your search.  Enjoy the...

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Another first!  I had the pleasure of taking my wife up on a plane for the first time.  Unfortunately for her, I had to go up to do approaches so boring for her.  I was able to finish off my IFR currency by completing 4 approaches, a hold, and a track and intercept.

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Flight training can be difficult.  There may be times you struggle or maybe even want to give up.  We've all been there.  Today, I discuss with you some recent events in my life that have motivated me to move forward and I share some tips on keeping yourself motivated throughout your training.   Music: Energy - Bensound.com [email protected] www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

Are you a pilot?  If you are, then you have a flight bag with a variety of items inside.  Have you ever wondered what other people bring on their flights?  Today, I will reveal what I bring on all of my general aviation flights.  Here is a list of items in my flight bag: This is my flight bag:           In the top section: Flashlight, Sunglasses, Beanie, Gloves, Meds/Personal Items, Foggles, Sectionals, E6B, Plotter, and a Fuel Stick.           In the main...

Although limited, there are a number of career choices for entry level pilots.  What we refer to as the first rung of the aviation career ladder, though, is the CFI rating.  A great many of pilots begin their professional career as a Certified Flight Instructor.  The road there, though, is not so simple.  Studying for your CFI rating will seem like an insurmountable task but the hard work and dedication you put forward will shape your future forever.  To begin, you must start somewhere and...

I'm changing things up this episode.  I don't have any training material or school related topics to discuss so I'm calling on you, the listener, to write in with your opinion or experience with the two topics of today.  As you know, getting to 1500 hours isn't easy for everyone.  Should I buy a trainer aircraft and lease it to a flight school and then use the plane whenever I want?  That's topic number one. Topic two is about whether or not we will ever see a fully automated airline.  Say...

Today I answer two listener mail emails about flight school funding and where to get flight school audio books

We start the show off with a quick reference for aviation resumes.  We will definitely have to dive into this topic in more detail another time.  Part two is what a lot of people have been asking about.  ATP Flight School - also knows as All ATPs - is a huge accelerated flight school program.  Because of it's size in influence, I get many questions about the program specifically.  I answer all the major questions about ATP flight school...

In this Bonus Episode, I answer the same question from two different listeners - should I choose an Accelerated  Program or not?  Both individuals are looking to start or continue their flight training and are considering an accelerated program but their situations are very different.  Listen in to see if the answers are the same or different. [email protected] www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

Hello again everyone!  You've completed all your certificates and are now looking for an aviation job.  What kind of jobs can a 250 hour fresh off the presses commercial pilot actually get?  And now that you've had all this training, have you really improved as a pilot?  Do your skills now prove your training?  I'll answer this question as well in today's...

The last Check Ride - Single Engine Commercial Addon. It's finally over! I've passed my last check ride and have completed all my ratings. Listen in and I'll tell you all about this checkride. Thank you all so much for your support. This podcast isn't going away just because I'm done with flight school. I'm still here and I can still answer your questions so please send them in! Music: Energy - Bensound.com

I keep getting emails, so here's another Listener Mail Bonus Episode!

Hello everyone and welcome to episode 24!  Today, I discuss with you the single engine commercial add-on!  I introduce you to the five new maneuvers you'll learn during this final phase of flight training.  We'll also talk briefly of the future of myself and this podcast.  Come on in and listen!

I'm back with episode 23 and I think you'll like it.  I talk about my current progress in my accelerated program in this episode.  I also have an updated opinion about accelerated flight schools that I feel you will find interesting.  This is especially true if you are considering an accelerated program and have commitments outside of school such as a family or a job.  Initially, I said it's possible but lately, I am feeling that it may not be.  Listen in!

Can I work and attend an accelerated flight school? What if I don't work? Do accelerated flight schools really teach their students and are they prepared for checkrides? I also answer listener mail and speak about the state of DPEs. It's a long episode so grab a drink, hunker down, and enjoy!

 I talk about Commercial flying, what to do after you are a commercial pilot, and the kinds of pressures you'll see as an accelerated flight school student.  Also, Listener Mail!!!