Welcome aboard another thrilling episode of Fly the Transition! In this episode, we're honored to be joined by the remarkable Nik Fialka, a seasoned veteran in the world of aviation. Nik's journey is nothing short of extraordinary – from serving as a naval aviator to commanding the skies as a major airline captain. As if that weren't impressive enough, he also wears the hat of the host for the Ready 4 Pushback podcast. Join us for an engaging conversation with Nik as he takes us through the highs and challenges of his aviation career. But that's not all – Nik is on a mission to guide aspiring aviators through their own transitions. Get ready for insights into the services he offers, including interview coaching and mentoring, through Spitfire Elite. Discover how Nik is leveraging his expertise to empower individuals, ensuring they stand out in their aviation pursuits. This episode is not just about Nik's incredible journey but also a deep dive into the valuable services he provides, aimed at helping you soar to new heights in your aviation career. Tune in for an enlightening discussion filled with industry insights and inspiration from the one and only Nik Fialka! Ready 4 Pushback: https://www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ Call-to-Action: If you liked this episode, consider sharing it with a friend or family member who might benefit from hearing these great stories of aviation career transformation. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. It really helps spread the podcast. Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by email or social media. Social Media Handles: Website: ⁠⁠www.flyingmidwest.com⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/flythetranstion⁠⁠ Jim on Instagram: ⁠@flymidwestjim⁠ Email: [email protected] Sponsor Information: This episode is sponsored by Pilot Quarters. Visit ⁠⁠www.pilotquarters.com⁠⁠ to explore their wide variety of aviation chart inspired apparel. You can also check out our affiliate links for Lightspeed Headset and Flying Eyes Sunglasses. Your purchase through our links help support the podcast. Lightspeed Headets: ⁠⁠https://www.lightspeedaviation.com/?campaign=flyingmidwest23&ref=101⁠⁠ Flying Eyes Sunglasses: ⁠ ⁠https://flyingeyesoptics.com/?ref=Flyingmidwest23⁠Use code Flyingmidwest10 for 10%off your purchase Fly the Transition Merch: ⁠⁠flyingmidwest.com/merch⁠⁠Contact Information: Do you have questions of comments about the show? Do you have an idea for a future episode? Do you want to me a guest on the podcast? Reach out at [email protected] or connect with Jim through social medial or the website.