The logbook.

Every Pilot to Pilot episode, written up: the guest, the big ideas and the lessons worth taking into your own flying.

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Ep. 371Training & checkrides

How to Pass Your Checkride: 5 Tips From a Designated Pilot Examiner

Designated Pilot Examiner Johnny Ginley shares what decides a checkride: logbook mistakes, airworthiness, performance numbers, go/no-go calls and knowing when to go around.

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Ep. 370Ferry flying

Ferry Flying for a Living: Why Steve Giordano Left a Senior Airline Captain Seat

Steve Giordano left a senior captain seat at Allegiant to start Nomadic Aviation Group. How ferry flights are quoted and flown, what trips cost, and what he looks for in pilots.

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Ep. 369Airline career

How to Get Hired at an Airline: Interview Rules From Pilot Coach Nik Fialka

Airline interview coach Nik Fialka shares his ten rules for getting hired: how to prepare stories, defend your logbook, handle disclosure and act professionally from the moment you leave home.

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Ep. 368Adventure

Flying Around the World and Building a Sling High Wing: JP Schulze’s Story

JP Schulze grew up in Namibia watching a round-the-world microlight flight. Decades later he flew around the world himself and built the first Sling High Wing.

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Ep. 367Owning a plane

How to Buy the Right Airplane: Lessons From 12 Airplanes in 25 Years

Mark Woglom has owned about a dozen airplanes, from a Cessna 182 to a Citation CJ3+. His framework for choosing an airplane by finances, features and function, and the hidden costs of ownership.

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Ep. 366Military

F-15, F-16, F/A-18: A Fighter Pilot’s Rules for a Life Worth Flying

Former fighter pilot Kyle Skylaski on 23 years flying the F-15, F-16 and F/A-18, aggressor flying, test flying a modified 727, leadership, and his advice for anyone starting over.

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Ep. 365Military

From Watching Challenger Explode to Flying Super Hornets: Pete Stavrides

Naval aviator Pete Stavrides went from enlisting in the Navy to flying F/A-18 Super Hornets in combat, racing jets at Reno and training pilots in upset recovery.

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Ep. 364Owning a plane

Stepping Up to a Citation CJ3+: Jason Rhode’s Path From DA40 to Jet

Former Cirrus Logic CEO Jason Rhode on stepping up from a DA40 through the DA62, Kodiak and TBM to a Citation CJ3+, jet insurance, and how owning a plane extended his career.

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Ep. 363Military

Leading the Snowbirds Through Loss: Fighter Pilot Rob “Scratch” Mitchell

Former CF-18 pilot and Snowbirds commanding officer Rob “Scratch” Mitchell on Canadian pilot training, 95 airshows in a season, leading through a fatal accident, and life after the cockpit.

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Ep. 362Airline career

Career Change to Airline Pilot: From Professional Tuba Player to the Flight Deck

After nearly a decade as a professional tuba player, David changed careers to become a pilot. Part 141 vs Part 61, life as a CFI, and the lesson an orchestra audition taught him about preparation.

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Ep. 361Training & checkrides

Flying Electric Airplanes and Fighting Wildfires: A Canadian Pilot’s Unconventional Path

Mike Andrews teaches in the Pipistrel Velis Electro on Vancouver Island and is moving into aerial wildfire fighting as a bird dog pilot. Canadian vs US training, electric aviation and building a flight school.

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Ep. 360Owning a plane

What an Aviation Insurance Executive Knows About Pilot Safety: Marci Veronie of Avemco

Avemco Senior Vice President Marci Veronie has spent nearly four decades watching what happens when flights go wrong. What separates superior pilots from dangerous ones, and why most pilots leave money on the table.

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Ep. 359Industry

The End of Spirit Airlines: What Happened and What It Means for Pilots

Spirit Airlines ceased operations on May 2, 2026. UND aviation professor Jim Higgins explains what led to the shutdown and what it means for roughly 2,000 Spirit pilots entering the hiring market.

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Ep. 358Industry

2026 Pilot Hiring Forecast and Airline Merger Rumors, With Professor Jim Higgins

UND professor Jim Higgins on the 2026 pilot hiring picture, FAPA numbers, warning signs before furloughs, fuel prices, Spirit’s trouble, merger rumors and seniority list integration.

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Ep. 357Adventure

Grounded Before Solo to Alaska Medevac Captain: Evan Davis on the HIMS Program

Evan Davis was grounded by the FAA before he soloed. More than a decade later he is a PC-12 medevac captain north of the Arctic Circle. Honesty on the medical, the HIMS program and flying in Alaska.

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Ep. 356Corporate & charter

From SWAT Officer to Corporate Jet Pilot: Josh Schirard’s Career Change

After 20 years in law enforcement, including 13 on SWAT, Josh Schirard started over as a pilot. He now flies the Hawker 800 and Lear 60. ATP training, jump flying, networking and personal minimums.

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Ep. 355Military

From 9/11 to Air Force Special Operations: Flying Secret Missions With Tyler Flagg

Tyler Flagg had no aviation background before 9/11. He went on to fly Air Force Special Operations missions, landing a 30,000-pound aircraft on dirt strips in total darkness, then built a company.

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Ep. 354Adventure

Trent Palmer on Two FAA Investigations, Losing His License and Almost Quitting Flying

Bush pilot and YouTuber Trent Palmer on an engine failure in the Nevada backcountry, two FAA investigations, a four-year fight to the Ninth Circuit, and building a full-time career on YouTube.

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Ep. 353Training & checkrides

Banner Towing for Flight Time: Flying the San Diego Coastline at 15 Knots

Banner tow pilot Chancy Arnold flies a Super Cub along San Diego’s beaches. How banner pickups work, four-hour flights, getting hired off the FBO ramp, and building hours toward the airlines.

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Ep. 352Industry

Inside Sun ’n Fun: Gene Conrad on Running a $7 Million Aviation Event

Sun ’n Fun CEO Gene Conrad on producing a six-day, $7 million aviation event with 60,000+ attendees and 3,000+ volunteers, working with the Blue Angels and Amazon Air, and why safety is the real measure.

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Ep. 351Corporate & charter

Type Rated at 800 Hours: Building a Corporate Aviation Career Early

Flight instructor Ariel Johnson earned a Citation type rating at 800 hours, before turning 21. Part 91 vs Part 135, building time as a CFI, mentorship and social media in aviation careers.

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Ep. 350Training & checkrides

What Air Traffic Controllers Really See, Think and Want Pilots to Know

Houston Center controller Marcus Miller (Prop Hat Cat) explains the data block, frequency etiquette, what happens when you get a phone number from the FAA, controller pet peeves and the future of ATC.

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Ep. 350Training & checkrides

Inside Air Traffic Control: What Controllers Really See, Think, and Want Pilots to Know

Ever wondered what air traffic controllers actually see on their screens when you check in? Or why they sometimes seem frustrated with certain pilot…

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Ep. 349Training & checkrides

Building Time as a CFI: From ATP Flight School to 900 Hours

Utah flight instructor Luke finished ATP Flight Training in 8.5 months and found the CFI job wasn’t guaranteed. Hidden costs of accelerated training, aerobatics, social media and networking.

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Ep. 348Airline career

Airline Interview Secrets and an Unconventional Path to the Cockpit: Nick Fialka

Major airline captain and interview coach Nick Fialka on his path from The Citadel and Navy helicopters to an RV park to the airlines, plus interview mistakes, logbook errors and the 2026 hiring landscape.

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Ep. 347Corporate & charter

Fractional Pilot vs Airline Pilot: An Honest Comparison

Justin compares flying the Citation Latitude at a fractional with flying the 737 at a major airline: 7-on/7-off vs airline schedules, FBO life, short-call reserve and choosing what’s right for your family.

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Ep. 346Training & checkrides

Inside Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 With Jorg Neumann and Sebastian Wloch

Microsoft Flight Simulator head Jorg Neumann and Asobo Studio CEO Sebastian Wloch on career mode, wake turbulence, realism, working with test pilots and the future of sim as a training tool.

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Ep. 345Airline career

Three Surgeries, Multiple Rejections, One Dream: Jake Tishman’s Road to the Airlines

A320 captain Jake Tishman on a decade-long fight with an autoimmune disease, a Naval Academy medical disqualification, rejections and finally reaching the airlines.

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Ep. 344Military

Fighter Pilot to 777: Emergencies, 9/11 Scrambles and Flying Drew Brees

Former F-15 pilot Roy “Deacon” Qualls on a burning OV-10 landing in Las Vegas, scrambling on 9/11, his first 777 landing at Charles de Gaulle and flying Drew Brees.

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Ep. 343Industry

When Will Pilot Hiring Boom Again? Industry Trends With Professor Jim Higgins

UND aviation professor Jim Higgins on why pilot hiring slowed, Boeing’s production increase, Spirit’s bankruptcies, ATC during a government shutdown and a $725 billion order backlog.

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Training & checkrides

How to Save Money on Flight Training: Tips From Jason Miller

Jason Miller on cutting flight training costs: dry time, flying consistently, lesson objectives and standardized procedures. Private pilot costs range from $8,000 to $25,000.

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Ep. 341Training & checkrides

Brewing Success in the Skies - Thomas of Hangar 22 Coffee Roasters

Hangar 22 Coffee In this episode of the Pilot to Pilot podcast, host Justin Siems chats with Thomas, a 737 airline pilot and the founder of Hangar 22…

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Ep. 340Military

Ryan Graves on UAPs and Flying the F/A-18

Former F/A-18 pilot Ryan Graves, Executive Director of Americans for Safe Aerospace, on his path to naval aviation, UAP encounters, near misses and airspace safety.

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Ep. 339Training & checkrides

Leah Froehlich: From Doubts to Dominating the Skies as a CFI and Aviation Influencer

Leah shares her unexpected journey into aviation, sparked by a flight with her stepdad after pursuing physical therapy.

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Ep. 338Owning a plane

No Regrets: Why You Should Take the Leap Into Aviation, With Charlie Gasmire

Airplane Academy founder Charlie Gasmire on soloing on his 16th birthday, mentorship, buying a Cessna 182, flying with family and why pilots should share their mistakes.

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Ep. 337Corporate & charter

Contract Flying as a Career: Evan Luft on Life Outside the Airlines

Contract pilot Evan Luft on building a flexible aviation career outside the airlines, flying from the Canadian Rockies to Mexico, and why networking wins jobs.

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Ep. 336Owning a plane

Couple Goals: How Erin and Paul Built Their Bearhawk 5

Husband-and-wife pilots Erin and Paul on choosing and building a Bearhawk 5 kit plane with a builder assist program, flying it to Oshkosh and planning a nomadic flying life.

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Ep. 335Industry

State of the Industry and Your Finances with Jim Higgins & Elise Dominguez

Host Justin Siems sits down with aviation expert Jim Higgins, a former airline pilot and University of North Dakota professor, and Elise Dominguez, a…

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Ep. 334Military

The Role of Technology in Modern Aviation with Skypath

The episode features an engaging discussion with Hagai Makov, the Vice President of Business Development at Skypath, a revolutionary application designed…

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Ep. 333Adventure

Backcountry Flying and the Freedom It Brings: A Former F-15 Pilot’s Story

Steve, a former F-15 pilot now at an airline, on a forced landing in a river, moving from military to civilian flying, mentorship and the freedom of backcountry flying.

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Ep. 332Pilot stories

From Engineer to Professional Pilot: Tom’s Career Change

Tom left a successful engineering career to become a commercial pilot. Owning a Cessna 150 and a Mooney, mixing formal and self-directed training, and family support.

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Ep. 331Industry

The Turbulence Detection Revolution: Inside SkyPath

SkyPath Chief Product Officer Guy, a former fighter pilot, on real-time turbulence reporting and how SkyPath grew from a turbulence app into a broader flight safety platform.

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Airline career

The Art of Flight: Mastering Aerobatics and Airline Operations

The salient point of this episode revolves around the remarkable journey of Marco Bouw, who transitioned from a career in regional airlines to becoming a…

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Ep. 329Military

Transitioning to the 121 World: A Pilot's Perspective on New Challenges

Mike and I were in the same class at our major airline and were a day apart in our 737 training. In this episode, Mike, talks about why he went the…

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Airline career

The State of Aviation: Hiring Trends and Industry Insights

The Pilot to Pilot Podcast dives deep into the current state of the aviation industry, with host Justin Seams engaging in a thorough discussion with Dr.

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Ep. 327Military

The Life of a Thunderbird Pilot: Caroline “Blaze” Jensen

Former Thunderbird and fighter pilot Caroline “Blaze” Jensen on combat missions, flying airshows, teamwork, mentoring the next generation and overcoming doubt.

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Ep. 326Owning a plane

Cirrus CEO Zean Nielsen on the G7, Safety and the Future of General Aviation

Cirrus CEO Zean Nielsen on the G7, research and development, demand for regional travel, pilot training and safety, and the hurdles facing eVTOL aircraft.

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Ep. 325Training & checkrides

The Evolution of Flight Training: Bob Werderich of Spartan Education Group

Spartan Flight Operations EVP Bob Werderich on teaching every student differently, the acquisition of Illinois Aviation Academy, and why training in Chicago weather builds better pilots.

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Airline career

Navigating Career Changes: Tips From a 17-Year Airline Pilot

Airline pilot Darren Byrd on talking himself out of flying, the cost of flight school, being furloughed in the late 2000s, networking and being an aviation influencer.

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Military

Behind the Scenes of SkyPath: The App Revolutionizing Air Travel

Maya Shpak, CEO of SkyPath, shares her journey from a military helicopter pilot to leading an innovative aviation technology company focused on turbulence…

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Airline career

Flying and Dying: An Airline Pilot’s Journey From Cardiac Arrest to Recovery

American Airlines pilot and author Tom Heidema on his path from CFI to captain, surviving cardiac arrest in 2020, AED advocacy and what airlines look for in candidates.

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Ep. 321Training & checkrides

The Good, the Bad, and the Bumpy: Debriefing a Hair-Raising Flight

Josh Flowers and Justin Seams reflect on their recent flight adventure to Olathe, Kansas, highlighting critical lessons learned from navigating…

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Ep. 320Training & checkrides

How to Become an Instrument Pilot: Part 3 of the How to Become a Pilot Series With Jason Miller

Jason Miller on IFR training: finish the written early, learn why procedures exist, recognize saturation, build routines and checklists, and manage risk.

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Ep. 319Training & checkrides

Cheese Pilot on the GI Bill, the FAA Medical and Mental Health in Aviation

Simulator instructor Cheese Pilot on using the GI Bill for flight training after the Army, and how the FAA mental health evaluation process affected his career.

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Airline career

Layovers and Lessons: Inside the Life of a United Airlines Pilot

He reflects candidly on the financial struggles of starting at Continental, where he earned a meager $25 an hour, contrasting it with the more lucrative…

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Training & checkrides

Flight Deck Revolution: Exploring the G3000 Prime with Citation Max

Garmin Aviation has unveiled their latest innovation, the G3000 Prime avionics, and in this episode, we dive deep into its features and functionalities.

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Ep. 316Industry

Navigating the Skies: The Current State of the Aviation Industry with Dr. Jim Higgins

The aviation industry is currently facing significant challenges, primarily due to a shortage of aircraft and engine deliveries, which has slowed hiring…

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Ep. 315Pilot stories

Wairworthy's Carson Stilson - Making people laugh and building an airplane

Wairworthy's Carson Stilson - Making people laugh and building an airplane: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from September

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Ep. 314Owning a plane

Changing Careers - Fly With Henry

Today's episode is with @FlywithHenry. Henry, comes on the podcast to talk about why he decided to leave his law firm to pursue aviation full time.

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Ep. 313Industry

Why I Left Spirit Airlines for United - Joe Costanza

Today is episode 313 with Joe Costanza aka Bananasssssssss. In this episode we do a deep dive of why Joe decided to leave Spirit Airlines.

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Ep. 312Industry

State of the Industry with Dr. Jim Higgins

State of the Industry with Dr. Jim Higgins: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from July 2024. Today’s episode is a state of the

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Ep. 311Training & checkrides

How to Be a Private Pilot: Part 2 of the How to Become a Pilot Series With Jason Miller

Part 2 of the series: Jason Miller on what a private pilot license takes, the best resources, common struggles and when you’re ready to solo.

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Ep. 310Training & checkrides

How to Become a Student Pilot: Part 1 of the How to Become a Pilot Series With Jason Miller

Part 1 of the How to Become a Pilot series: CFI Jason Miller on how to pick a flight school, whether to get a first-class medical and how to get started.

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Ep. 309Pilot stories

Josh Flowers Aviation101

Today, I have the honor of talking with, Josh Flowers from Aviation101. Want to give a huge shoutout to Garmin for making this episode happen.

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Ep. 308Military

Prada Pilot - Major Airline and Air Force Reserves

Today's episode is with Wade aka Prada pilot. Wade is current major airline pilot and flying in the Air Force Reserves.

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Ep. 307Industry

State of the Industry (May 2024)

Today’s episode is another State of the Industry. Jim Higgins from the University of North Dakota comes on to update us on anything and everything aviation.

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Ep. 306Pilot stories

Pilotnics - Balancing Social Media While Flying Professionally

Today’s episode is with Nic Silva. Find out why he started flying, what his goals are and the reason behind him posting on social media.

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Ep. 305Training & checkrides

Katy McKee - Pilot training with zero debt

Today’s episode is with Kaity McKee. Find out how Kaity completed her ratings with ZERO debt and a fun way she figure out to to be a CFI with 150 hours!

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Ep. 304Industry

State of the Industry (Apr 2024)

Today’s episode is all about the aviation industry, which is changing by the day.

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Ep. 303Industry

RAA Webinar + State of the Industry

RAA Webinar + State of the Industry: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from April 2024. Today’s, episode is from a live webinar

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Ep. 302Military

Marine Pilot + Entrepreneur

Today’s episode is with Marine Pilot and creator of @teamswingsesh. Check out the pathway to becoming a Marine Pilot, F35 test pilot and how someone…

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Ep. 301Training & checkrides

Flying Warbirds

Today’s episode is with CFI and Warbird enthusiast, Daniel Worter! Daniel has an awesome story and I can’t wait for you hear it!

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Ep. 300Training & checkrides

LewDixAviation - CFI

Today's episode is with former airline pilot and CFI Lewis from @LewDixAviation. This is an episode you will not want to miss and Lewis claims there is a…

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Ep. 299Training & checkrides

Seth Lake DPE and Airline FO

Today’s episode is with Airline FO and DPE, Seth Lake. Flying all day and updating this bio later.

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Ep. 298Industry

State of the Aviation Industry (Jan 2024)

Today’s episode is all about the aviation industry. Dr. jim Higgins and I do a deep dive on many topics including the blocking of the JetBlue Spirit…

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Ep. 297Pilot stories

NASA’s Quesst Mission

In today's episode we are talking with Nasa Test Pilot's Nils and Clue. As of last week Nasa has launched their Quesst Mission with the hopes of dampening…

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Ep. 296Military

F22 Demo Pilot Razz Larson

Today’s episode is with Air Force Academy grad and current F22 Demo Pilot, Razz Larson. Find out why Razz wanted to go to the air force and the path he…

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Ep. 295Airline career

Fernando Contreras- Regional to Major Airline

In today’s episode we have Fernando Contreras back on. Fernando is here to talk about transitioning from a regional airline to a major airline.

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Ep. 293Military

F15 Strike Eagle WSO

Today’s episode is with JPaul Reasner, F15 Strike Wagle WSO. JPauld face adversity when he was selected to be a WSO, but he didn’t keep that from him…

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Ep. 293Pilot stories

Fred North Hollywood Helicopter Pilot

In today’s episode I am talking with Hollywood Helicopter pilot, Fred North. Fred’s story is a fascinating one and I really hope you will enjoy it.

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Ep. 292Training & checkrides

Alexander Rossi Racing and Aviation

Join us on the Pilot to Pilot podcast for an exhilarating conversation with Alexander Rossi, a celebrated figure in the racing world and an aviation…

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Ep. 291Ferry flying

From Ferry Pilot to Major Airline Pilot: Steve Randall

Major airline pilot Steve Randall on years of ferrying aircraft across difficult terrain and weather, and how ferry flying compares with flying for a major airline.

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Ep. 290Pilot stories

Ask a Pilot

Ask a Pilot: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from October 2023. Todays episode is an ask me

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Ep. 289Military

Jared Barkemeyer - C17 to Major Airline

In today’s episode we are talking with Jared Barkmeyer. Jared, is in the process of transitioning from USAF C17 pilot to major airline pilot.

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Ep. 288Military

Mace Curren USAF Thunderbird Pilot

Today’s episode is with former USAF Thunderbird pilot, Mace Curren. Mace has an amazing story and one that should not be missed.

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Ep. 286Pilot stories

Fly With Big Ern

Todays episode is with Ernie from Flywithbigern on IG. I love talking with Ernie and hearing his story and how he had to work hard at achieving his dream…

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Ep. 287Airline career

How to be a Great Airline Pilot

Todays episode is with major airline pilot, Andrew Ross. Andrew is one of the writers of the Airline Transition Manual, which helps prepare newly higher…

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Ep. 285Airline career

Dave Keys

Todays episode is with Dave Keys. Dave has done just about everything there is to do in aviation. Airline pilot - yup, corporate pilot - yup, and why not…

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Ep. 284Pilot stories

Flying Magazine COO, Preston Holland

Today we have Preston Holland, Chief Operating Officer of Flying Magazine. In this candid conversation, we dive into Preston's journey through the…

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Ep. 283Pilot stories

Bryan Turner AKA JustPlaneSilly

Our guest this week is the dynamic Bryan Turner, known for his captivating JustPlaneSilly YouTube channel. Join us as we dive into riveting aviation…

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Ep. 282Adventure

Flight Chops

In todays episode we sit down with Steve from Flight Chops! Explore the world of aviation through Steve's unique perspective, as he shares his…

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Ep. 281Corporate & charter

EAA AirVenture Live with Suzy Danielson

Todays episode is with a fellow fractional pilot and Black Hawk pilot, Suzy Danielson. We had so much fun recording this podcast LIVE at the RAA booth.

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Ep. 280Pilot stories

Life of A Private Jet Broker

Today’s episode with my buddy @BizAvMemes. BizAvMemes is a private Jet Broker who gives crucial insight in what you can expect life to be like as a jet…

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Ep. 278Training & checkrides

Jake Walker - Building time in Hawaii

Today we are talking with Jake Walker. In this episode find out why Jake became a pilot, how he chose to do in training at KEGE and how he under up in…

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Ep. 278Airline career

Skyward Delights: The High-Flying Pilot and the Sweet Success of Cookies

I asked Chat GPT to create the title and description 😂 let me know how it sounds. In this captivating episode of Pilot to Pilot we delve into the…

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Ep. 277Training & checkrides

Diecast Ryan: Aviation Photographer

Diecast Ryan: Aviation Photographer: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from June 2023. Will upload details later! Completed

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Ep. 276Pilot stories

State of the Aviation Industry (Jun 2023)

Jim Higgins and I answer your questions on the state of the aviation industry. Want your question answered?

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Ep. 275Pilot stories

A Look Inside the NTSB

Have you ever wondered what goes down at the NTSB? Well, this is the episode for you!

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Ep. 274Pilot stories

Nicks Wild Ride (May 2023)

Nicks Wild Ride (May 2023): an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from May 2023. Will update details after my amazing 4am show this

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Ep. 273Training & checkrides

Ask a Pilot Anything: Behind the Scenes of Aviation

In this special edition, it's your chance to ask a pilot anything you've ever wondered about flying. Join your host, Justin Siems with over 5,000 hours of…

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Ep. 272Corporate & charter

Corporate Pilot for Life (May 2023)

Todays episode is with Pilot Julia and is all about corporate aviation!

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Ep. 271Military

How I Became a Naval Aviator with Gray Guthrie

Todays episode is with my longtime friend, Gray Guthrie. I’m pretty sure everyone in Charlotte, NC at Elizabeth Lane Elementary knew Gray was going to go…

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Ep. 270Industry

State of the Industry (May 2023)

Have you ever wanted inside info on what’s going on in the Aviation industry? Well this is the episode for you.

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Ep. 269Corporate & charter

Corporate Pilot For Life (Apr 2023)

Todays episode is with corporate Pilot for life, Claire! Corporate flying and Fractional flying are a legit career and if you’re interested you should…

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Ep. 268Industry

Jim Higgins Pilot, Teacher and Former MEC Chairman

Todays episode is with Jim Higgins. Now, this isn’t your normal state of the industry podcast. Todays podcast is all about Jim and his story, and let me…

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Airline career

Joe Costanza: Airline pilot and J3 Cub lover

Joe Costanza: Airline pilot and J3 Cub lover: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from April 2023. More details to come

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Ep. 265Airline career

Kevin the Editor : Corporate Over Airlines

Todays episode is with Pilot to Pilot podcast editor, Kevin. Find out how Kevin became the editor and why he chose the corporate life over airlines.

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Ep. 264Training & checkrides

Stuart Cory DPE

Today is a DPE PilotCheckride episode. Ever want to to know what is going through the mind of your DPE? Well, these are the episodes for you!

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Ep. 263Industry

State of the Industry Delta’s New Contract

Todays episode is all about the aviation Industry. We are talking Deltas contract, JetBlue Spirit merger, and all the latest aviation news.

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Ep. 262Military

Army Golden Knight

Today’s episode is with former Golden Knight and current CFI and Pilot Dave Herwig. Find out what it takes to become an Army Golden Knight and why Dave…

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Ep. 261Ferry flying

Heavy Metal Ferry Pilot

A stomach bug worked through my house this week and I wasn’t able to record a new episode. Check out his story and let us know what you think.

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Ep. 260Pilot stories

State of the Aviation Industry (Feb 2023)

State of the Aviation Industry (Feb 2023): an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from February 2023. Today Jim and I are talking

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Ep. 259Owning a plane

Cirrus CEO Zean Nielsen (Feb 2023)

Today, we are talking with Cirrus CEO, Zean Nielsen. In todays episode we cover the good and bad of 2022, forecast for 2023 and talk anything and…

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Ep. 258Pilot stories

Your Aviation Questions Answered

Your Aviation Questions Answered: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from February 2023. Todays episode is an AMA. Want your

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Ep. 257Airline career

A day in the Life of a Corporate Pilot

Episode 257 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast is a day in the life of a corporate pilot. In this episode, I rundown what day 2 of a 7 day tour looks like.

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Ep. 256Training & checkrides

Bill Noe Former President and COO of NetJets

I’m todays episode, I’m talking with one of my mentors, Bill Noe. Bill started out as a pilot but eventually rose to become COO and President of NetJets.

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Ep. 255Pilot stories

Schmiiindy takeover (Jan 2023)

Today is the last re run as we have new content coming next week! Today is a rerelease or two of my least favorite people on IG 😂.

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Ep. 254Airline career

Amy White:Coast Guard to Regional Pilot

Amy just recently was hired as a regional pilot. Listen to her story to see how she got to where she is today.

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Ep. 253Pilot stories

Flying with Type 1 Diabetes

Todays episode is with Pietro who was the first pilot to receive his first class medical with Type 1 Diabetes

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Ep. 251Pilot stories

Anthony Pentz: Aviation Entrepreneur

Todays episode is with, Anthony Pentz Anthony and I graduated from Ohio State together and it’s been so cool to see him build up Foxtrot Aviation!

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Ep. 251Training & checkrides

Im an Instrument Pilot, now what?

Pilot to Pilot episode 251. So you’re an Instrument pilot and want to know what to do next?

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Ep. 250Industry

State of The Industry (Dec 2022)

State of The Industry (Dec 2022): an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from December 2022. Todays episode is a State of the

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Pilot stories

Ask me Anything! (Nov 2022)

Ask me Anything! (Nov 2022): an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from November 2022. Today is an AMA episode, where I answer your

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Ep. 248Airline career

Captain Moonbeam: Corporate Pilot

Captain Moonbeam: Corporate Pilot: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from November 2022. Kitchen chronicles is still upon us.

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Ep. 247Pilot stories

19 Year Old PC12 Pilot

Todays episode is with Jace Brennan, a 19 year old PC12 pilot. This is a re release and Jace has since moved to Hawaii where he is still flying a PC12!

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Ep. 246Corporate & charter

Corporate Pilot building time for Southwest!

Todays episode is with Jeremy Grodin. Jeremy built his time by flying corporate in hopes to land his dream flying job.

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Training & checkrides

Regional Pilot Leaves for ATC

Todays episode is with James Heath. James is a regional pilot who left to become an air traffic controller!

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Ep. 244Training & checkrides

Checkride tips from an examiner

Today we are announcing a new podcast called, PilotCheckride. Hosted by DPE, Stuart Cory! Today, Stuart tells us his five best tips for a successful Checkride

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Industry

JetBlue Buys Spirit - State of the Industry

We are launching a new podcast under the Pilot to Pilot Brand. Here is the first episode of the State of the Industry podcast, featuring Jim Higgins!

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Ep. 242Corporate & charter

Kim Kissh: Corporate Pilot

Today is a re release of Kim Kissh. Check out her path to becoming a corporate Pilot!

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Airline career

Garmin Aviation - Autoland

The award winning Autoland technology gets an in-depth interview. Find out what Autoland means for General Aviation and the future of aviation.

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Ep. 240Training & checkrides

Rich Rafferty: CFI Building Hours

Todays episode is with CFI and content creator, Rich Rafferty. Rich didn’t know he wanted to become a pilot until a google search of high paying jobs…

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Ep. 239Airline career

Don’t want to fly for the airlines? Fractional aviation explained

Today we are answering all of your questions about Fractional aviation from pay to schedule to QOL.

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Ep. 238Pilot stories

All your Questions Answered

All your Questions Answered: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from September 2022. Todays podcast is an AMA. I answer all your

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Ep. 237Airline career

Interviewing my dad!

Todays episode was supposed to be released last Tuesday. But we had technical difficulties and it is not just being released.

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Ep. 150Pilot stories

Diane Dollar: Forever On The Fly

Find why Diane decided to join the Coast Guard, become a helicopter pilot, fixed wing pilot, sky diver.

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Ep. 236Training & checkrides

Day in the Life: AQP Training

Todays episode is a day in the life for my companies training. I explain what AQP is and how and why my company is able to use it being a 135, 91/91k…

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Ep. 235Training & checkrides

Catching up With Captain Joe

This is episode 235 featuring Captain Joe. Joe made the trip all the way from Germany to check out EAA AirVenture for the first time!

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Ep. 234Training & checkrides

AOPA Flight Training Advantage

Todays episode is with AOPAs ne training initiative AFTA. AFTA aka AOPA Flight Training Advantage is a structured training program for part 61 schools!

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Ep. 233Owning a plane

Cirrus CEO Zean Nielsen (Aug 2022)

Todays episode is with Cirrus CEO, Zean Nielsen. It was so great to talk with Zean and learn more about his story, and his plans for Cirrus.

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Pilot stories

LIVE from EAA AirVenture

This episode is the very first live podcast we have done. And I promise you it won’t be the last! AirVenture was a success, met some great new people and…

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Ep. 232Pilot stories

Ty Burlingham - Flies all the Helicopters and things

Todays episode is with Ty Burlingham. Ty has an awesome story and has flown some amazing equipment and had crazy schedules.

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Pilot stories

Life of an Ag Pilot: Reed Keahey

Todays archived episode is for you. My buddy Reed Keahey comes on the podcast to share his story.

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Ep. 230Industry

State of the Aviation Industry (Jul 2022)

State of the Aviation Industry (Jul 2022): an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from July 2022. Todays episode is a State of the

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Ep. 229Pilot stories

Dream Plane- July AMA

This episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast hosted by Justin Siems, was released in July 2022. Press play to hear the full conversation.

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Ep. 228Corporate & charter

Day in the life of a pilot

This is episode 228, a day in the life of a fractional pilot. Today I talk about a trip to the Bahamas and a trip to Costa Rica.

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Ep. 227Pilot stories

Cessnateur aka Jason McDowell

Todays episode is with my buddy, Jason McDowell. You might know Jason by his IG profile, Cessnateur. No one is better at writing and presenting aviation…

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Ep. 226Corporate & charter

Chris Turner: Jet Pilot and Seaplane Pilot

Todays episode is with, Gulfstream and seaplane pilot, Chris Turner. Chris has an awesome story and one you won’t want to miss.

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Ep. 225Pilot stories

Kevin Coleman Air Show Pilot

Todays episode is with air show pilot, Kevin Coleman. This is a re release episode from a few years ago. The pod has been unloaded, Wi-Fi installed so…

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Pilot stories

Aviation scholarships

Aviation scholarships: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from May 2022. Driving from IL to NC will update

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Ep. 223Pilot stories

Airport Manager

Today, we are talking with Airport Manager, Emily. You might know Emily from her IG account Emilyattheairport!

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Ep. 222Airline career

Jazz Pilot - Leaving the Airlines for Corporate

Find out why Nick left his dream corporate job for the airlines.. only to leave the airlines to come right back to corporate.

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Pilot stories

Ask Me Anything (May 2022)

Ask Me Anything (May 2022): an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from May 2022. Ask me anything is

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Ep. 220Corporate & charter

Jan Jasinski: Canadian Corporate Pilot

Today, I’m talking with Canadian corporate pilot and aviation photographer, Jan Jasinski!

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Ep. 219Corporate & charter

Corporate Pilot Life: Claire Schindler

Todays episode is with Corporate Pilot, Claire Schindler. Find out how Claire build her hours and landed her dream job flying a Falcon all over the world!

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Ep. 218Airline career

Pilot Maggie

Today we are talking with Maggie. Maggie is a current major airline pilot. Find out her path to becoming a major airline pilot!

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Pilot stories

Life of a Freight Dog

Life of a Freight Dog: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from April 2022. Life of a Freight

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Ep. 216Training & checkrides

Life as an Aerial Survey Pilot

Todays is a look into what it was like flying Aerial Survey! If you’re interested in how pilots build their time, or want to skip CFI and fly Aerial…

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Ep. 2Pilot stories

Aviation Gear Episode

Todays episode is a gear episode. All about the gear I use on a daily basis with pros and cons. Linking full details later!

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Ep. 15Airline career

Mike Wagner: Fractional Pilot

Today I am bringing back one of my favorites, Mike Wagner. I interviewed Mike in 2017 while flying single pilot 135 freight.

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Ep. 213Pilot stories

Team Siems: DOCTOR Christina Siems

Team Siems: DOCTOR Christina Siems: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from March 2022. Todays episode is with my wife DOCTOR

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Ep. 212Pilot stories

Nicks Wild Ride (Mar 2022)

Episode 212 of the Pilot to Pilot featuring Nick Hoffman is live! Will update more info when I’m done flying today!

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Ep. 211Corporate & charter

A Day In The Life

Today's episode is a little bit different than what you re used to hearing. A Day In The Life is all about exactly what you would think, a day in the life…

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Pilot stories

Ask Me Anything (Feb 2022)

Ask Me Anything (Feb 2022): an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from February 2022. Uploading on airplane Wi-Fi! Will update the

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Ep. 209Pilot stories

Pilots To The Rescue

Todays episode is with Michael from Pilots To The Rescue. Find out why Michael made the switch to becoming a pilot later in life, how he came up with the…

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Ep. 208Pilot stories

Tattoo Artist Turned Pilot: Bradly Anderson

Today’s episode features Bradly Anderson aka the pilot with the most tattoos on the flight line. It was great talking with Bradly and hearing his path to…

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Ep. 207Pilot stories

SoCal Flying Monkey

The baby moon is over and it is time for me to go back to work and record podcasts. Eric from SoCal Flying Monkey comes on to talk about his YouTube…

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Ep. 206Airline career

Citation Max Interviews Stevie from Bayflight

Today my good friend, Citation Max interviews Stevie from Bayflight on IG and Planegirl on TikTok. Max asks Bayflight about making videos, flying and…

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Ep. 205Pilot stories

Chris Palmer Takeover

Todays episode is another guest take over with my good friend, Chris Palmer. Chris talks about starting off 2022 the right way- by setting goals!

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Ep. 204Airline career

Garmin Test Pilot

Todays episode is hosted by my good friend, Kyle Ludwick. Kyle, who is the Aviation Marketing Manager at Garmin interviews Garmin Aviation’s test pilot.

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Ep. 203Airline career

You don’t have to be an Airline Pilot

This week is another guest takeover with my two good friends, Emily Norman and Kevin Cortes. Emily and Kevin are both having great careers in aviation…

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Ep. 202Adventure

Schmiiindy Takeover (Dec 2021)

Today, is another takeover, this one by my good friend and the person who stole my dream airplane, Mindy aka @schmiiindy.

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Ep. 201Airline career

Jason Miller Interviews Blancolirio

The next few podcast might be a little different than normal. Christina and I have had our first kid, Emmett and I’m going to be taking the next few weeks…

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Ep. 200Pilot stories

Scott Pasmore: Good Morning Arizona

Scott Pasmore: Good Morning Arizona: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from December 2021. More to be entered

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Ep. 199Corporate & charter

Life of a Test Pilot - Peter Zaccagnino

Peter is a test pilot, air race champion, airplane builder and author. Peter has flown over 23,000 hours in more than 270 aircraft types and flight tested…

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Ep. 198Pilot stories

Alain Aguayo: fly all the things

Episode 198 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring, Alain Aguayo! Put on the road and will fill out more details when I’m home!

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Ep. 197Industry

Steve Randall: Ferry Pilot to Major Airline

Steve knew from an early age that he wanted to be a pilot. All the setbacks you could ever think of came up from not having enough money, to being turned…

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Ep. 196Pilot stories

Laura Humphries: You Look Like Me

Laura is an author, commercial pilot and current flight attendant. I first met Laura almost two years ago in Atlanta, her passion for aviation and hunger…

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Ep. 195Military

A10 Warthog & 787 Pilot: Greg Krino

Today's episode is with former A10 Warthog and current 787 pilot, Greg Krino. Greg comes on the podcast today talk about his time at the Air Force…

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Ep. 194Pilot stories

Blue Origin Astronaut Glen de Vries

Today's podcast is a special one, as it marks the first time we have had an astronaut on. Glen de Vries is one of the latest Blue Origin astronauts to…

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Ep. 193Corporate & charter

AMA - Fractional Aviation

AMA - Fractional Aviation: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from October 2021. Today's podcast is Ask Me Anything - Fractional

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Ep. 192Corporate & charter

Cory Schow: Corporate Pilot (Oct 2021)

Today, I am re-releasing episode 2 with, Cory Show. Well, I want to make sure the old episodes are still being discovered by everyone and not gettin lost…

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Ep. 191Owning a plane

Buying Flying Magazine: Craig Fuller

Today we are talking with the new owner of Flying Magazine, Craig Fuller. Find out how the deal was made, what the future holds for Flying Magazine and…

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Ep. 190Pilot stories

Samantha Anderson: Pageants & Aviation

Today's episode features Miss Arizona United States, Samantha Anderson. Sam, tragically lost her parents to a plane crash when she was 17, find out how…

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Ep. 189Airline career

Steve Giordano: Airline Pilot to Ferry Pilot

This bio is super quick for now. Just boarded my airline and will update this later today. Share with all your friends and check out @pilotscoffee!

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Ep. 188Training & checkrides

Michael Garber: Funding Training Through Graphic Design.

Today's episode is with Michael Garber of Garber Designs. Michael for as long as he can remember wanted to become a pilot.

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Ep. 187Corporate & charter

Chris White: From Cop to Corporate Pilot

Today’s podcast features, Chris White. Chris has had quite the path to becoming a professional pilot. From finding out he gets motion sick in small…

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Ep. 186Military

CalFire- Fighting Wild Fires by Air

Today’s episode is with Cal Fire! Have you ever wondered what the life of an aerial firefighter is like? Then this podcast is for you.

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Ep. 185Military

Gary Krasnov: Military Pilot + Delta Pilot + RAA

Today's episode is with Gary Krasnov. Gary comes on to share his aviation story and how he got involved with aviation retirement.

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Ep. 184Military

Thunderbird Pilot: Trevor Aldridge

Today’s podcast is with Trevor Aldridge. Trevor who recently served as Thunderbird #2 is now a corporate pilot navigating the civilian life.

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Ep. 183Owning a plane

Leigh Hubner: Filmmaker to Aerobatics

Today’s episode is with Leigh Hubner from Hangar 145. Leigh has an awesome story, moving from Australia to the US to pursue filmmaking, buying a plane,…

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Ep. 182Pilot stories

Joe Costanza is Bananasssssssss

This episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast hosted by Justin Siems, was released in August 2021. Press play to hear the full conversation.

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Pilot stories

Garmin Smart Glide

181 - Garmin has done it again, if you remember a few years ago Garmin came on the podcast to announce the Collier award winning Auto Land.

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Ep. 180Adventure

FAA Makes Drastic Ruling on The Warbird Adventures case

The FAA has made a drastic ruling on the Warbird Adventures Case. Thankfully, Justine Harrison, AOPA’s general counsel comes on the podcast to break down…

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Ep. 179Corporate & charter

Pilot Julia: Aerobatic & Corporate Pilot

Do you have a retirement plan? Today's episode is with Chicago native, Julia Harrington. Julia, is a corporate pilot, acrobatic pilot and NBAA Young…

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Ep. 178Pilot stories

Pilot Alexis: Hope Air Canada

Do you have a retirement plan? Alexis, a current commercial pilot comes on to share her story and talk about Hope Air Canada.

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Ep. 177Pilot stories

NTSB Board Member Michael Graham

This is episode 177 featuring NTSB Board Member, Michael Graham. Have you ever wondered how you become a board member on the NTSB?

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Ep. 176Training & checkrides

Ask A CFI: Jason Miller (Jun 2021)

Have you ever wanted to ask CFI Jason Miller from @Learnthefinerpoints a question? Well, today is the day.

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Ep. 175Adventure

The Warbird Adventures Case

In today’s episode we are talking with Justine Harrison, AOPA’s general counsel. Justine comes on the podcast to give the history of the Warbird case,…

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Ep. 174Airline career

Pilot + Side Hustle: Aviator Cookie Company

Our guest Chris is, one of 14 pilots in his family, a current United Airlines pilot and creator of Aviator Cookie Company.

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Ep. 173Training & checkrides

PilotEdge: SimVenture 2021

Today’s podcast is with Kevin from PilotEdge. PilotEdge provides real, live ATC audio for when you are flying on your favorite flight simulator.

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Ep. 172Training & checkrides

Stuart Cory: DPE & United Airlines Captain

Today's episode features Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and United Airlines Captain, Stuart Cory. Find out how Stuart became a DPE, why he chose United…

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Ep. 171Industry

State of the Industry (May 2021)

Today’s episode is long overdue. Jim Higgins comes on to talk about the current state of the aviation industry.

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Ep. 170Pilot stories

Pilot Pete: Leaving Delta for United

Today, in episode 170 we are talking with Peter Weber aka @Pilot_pete. Peter comes on the podcast to share his aviation story.

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Ep. 169Airline career

Pilot Drew

Find out how Andrew (@Pilot.drew) built his time which included a short stint flying tourists in Saipan and how he is now flying a 145 for a regional carrier.

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Pilot stories

PILOT'S COFFEE!!!!!

That is until today - Christina and I are happy to announce our new coffee company, Pilot's Coffee. Pilot's Coffee is individually packed coffee bags that…

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Training & checkrides

Fly With Bruno

Fly With Bruno: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from April 2021. Catching an airline as we

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Ep. 166Military

F35 & FA18 Super Hornet Pilot: JD Davis AKA Tip

Today's episode features the first F35 pilot we have ever had on the podcast, JD Davis aka Tip. Tip, didn't follow the standard Navy fighter pilot path,…

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Ep. 165Pilot stories

Ask me Anything! (Apr 2021)

Today's episode is an ask me anything. Thats right, I answer any question you have for me.

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Ep. 164Pilot stories

Pilot Sergio: Pandemic + Aviation Career

Today, I am talking with Pilot Sergio. Sergio, was on the podcast a little over a year ago and we were talking about how Sergio was one of the youngest…

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Ep. 163Owning a plane

Amy White: Coast Guard & Glasair Ownership

Today's episode is with fellow North Carolinian Amy White. Amy who just finished up serving in the Coast Guard, now has her aviation career right in front…

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Pilot stories

@Diecastryan: Aviation Photographer

@Diecastryan: Aviation Photographer: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from March 2021. I'll update this

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Training & checkrides

Hannah: CFI & Aerobatics

I’m uploading this on a quick turn in Sedona. Will add more info later.

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Ep. 160Training & checkrides

Ask a CFI - Jason Miller

Today's episode is with Jason Miller from Learn The Finer Points and the Ground School app. Jason, one of the best CFI's I know answers all your questions…

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Ep. 159Pilot stories

Emma Laczko: Raising Awareness for Mental Health in Aviation Part 1

I say Part 1 because the second half of our episode was ruined by a software glitch and is unusable. Part one features Emma and her aviation story, we…

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Ep. 158Airline career

Kendall Lane: United Airlines Pilot

Today, I am talking with fellow former division 1 football player, Kendall Lane. Aside from playing football at Southern Illinois, Kendall has always…

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Ep. 157Airline career

FlyWithGarrett: Balancing Social Media in Aviation

Today's episode is with Flywithgarrett, aka Garrett. Garrett, is a current Airline captain flying for a wholly owned American Airlines Regional Airline.

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Ep. 156Industry

Pilot Emilie : Succeeding Through a Furlough

Today, I am talking with Pilot Emilie. Being a pilot is more than a job for so many of us, when you lose it, its almost like you lost your purpose.

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Ep. 155Training & checkrides

Ask A CFI: Jason Miller (Feb 2021)

Jason, is one of the best CFI's I know and joins us today to answer your aviation questions!

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Ep. 154Airline career

Ryan Dembroski: SuperAero

I know I say this all the time, but I'm out in St. Thomas boarding an airline and will have to update this later.

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Ep. 153Airline career

Tareq: Major Airline Pilot

Today, I'm talking with fellow Ohio State Buckeye, Tareq. Tareq story is a very unique and great one. He has experience flying for Airnet, major airline…

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Ep. 152Training & checkrides

I'm an Instrument Pilot, Now What?

Today, Chris and I talk anything and everything IFR. Sorry for the quick bio, getting ready to take off for Vegas!

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Ep. 151Pilot stories

Flying in Dubai

For the last 150 episodes we have heard pilots talk about how they learned to fly in the States and Europe, but we've never talked about what its like to…

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Ep. 149Pilot stories

Clear Air Turbulence: Mike Eilts

Mike is an expert when it comes to the weather and aviation. With previous experience in helping the weather and aviation community understand more about…

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Ep. 148Corporate & charter

Citation Max

I’m pumped to be releasing this episode with Max. Had a lot of fun talking aviation with him. You can definitely feel the passion he has and why he…

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Ep. 147Training & checkrides

I'm a Private Pilot, Now What?

This is episode 147 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring, Chris Palmer from Angle of Attack. Chris and I, are continuing our series that we started way…

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Ep. 146Pilot stories

Emmy Dillon: LearJet Pilot and Engineer

I'm getting ready to blast off from Carlsbad on a trip, so I'll have to add an intro later.

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Ep. 145Airline career

Emilee: Regional E175 Captain

Today, I am talking with my friend Emilee. Emilee, like the title states is a E175 captain for a regional airline.

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Training & checkrides

Rasheed Crowdfunded $70,000 For Training

Rasheed went from not knowing how to pay for his training to applying for scholarships to being accepted into a prestigious air cadet program.

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Ep. 143Pilot stories

Learning to Fly in a Pandemic

This is episode 143 featuring, Nick Reyzin. Nick is currently in the process of earning his flight ratings with hopes to become a professional pilot.

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Ep. 142Training & checkrides

How to Pay for Flight Training

Today’s, episode is about how Mark Reese was able to pay for his flight training with scholarships. If you are looking for ways to pay for training then…

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Ep. 141Pilot stories

Jace Brennan: 19 Year Old PC12 Pilot

To give you some perspective on how far ahead Jace is in his career. When I was 19 I didn’t even know I wanted to be a pilot and didn’t end up flying a…

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Ep. 140Ferry flying

Kerry McCauley: Dangerous Flights

Kerry was the star of the Discovery Channel show, Dangerous Flights. Where a camera crew chronicled Kerry's life as a ferry pilot.

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Ep. 139Pilot stories

Fitness and Flying: Fernando Contreras

Today's episode is all about, Fernando Contreras. Fernando, who was born in Venezuela talks about what it was like to move to the states and become a pilot.

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Ep. 138Industry

State Of The Aviation Industry: Dr. Jim Higgins

Today, in the State of the industry podcast, Dr. Jim Higgins and I talk about the infamous October 1, 2020, pilot and flight attendant furloughs, when or…

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Ep. 137Pilot stories

Maya Ghazal: Syrian Refugee Now Private Pilot

Today, I am talking to newly minted private pilot, Maya Ghazal. Maya, who grew up in Syria and now lives in the UK has overcome a good bit of adversity to…

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Ep. 136Airline career

Andrea Schultz: Regional Airline Pilot

Andrea is a current regional airline pilot flying the Embraer 175. Find out how and why Andrea originally considered aviation as a career path, why she…

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Pilot stories

Gary James Knight - Icon A5

Todays episode features Gary James Knight. Gary is an Icon A5 demo/sales pilot. Icon A5 has always caught my eye, I mean who doesn't want to land on a…

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Ep. 134Training & checkrides

Behind The Scenes: Microsoft Flight Simulator

Christmas has most definitely come early for avgeeks this year, as Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 was released on August 18, 2020.

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Ep. 133Training & checkrides

Jason Miller: Ground School

Jason, founder of The Finer Points comes on to talk about what he has been up to since the last time he was on, how coronavirus has affected him as a CFI…

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Ep. 132Military

Jerome Stanislaus

Jerome aka @tuskegeebloodline is a private pilot, an avid sky diver, flight engineer in training for the USAF reserves, and a former US Marine.

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Ep. 131Pilot stories

Mike Johnson: Flying For Fun

Mike, currently works in the aviation industry and flies for fun in his off time.

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Ep. 130Military

Casey Swift: Navy Growler Pilot

Casey, a Naval academy graduate, talks about what life is like at the Naval Academy. What struggles he faced and what it looks like to be on academic…

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Ep. 129Owning a plane

Mel Williams: Road to 1500 Hours

Melvin Williams. Melvin aka Mel aka @MelTheTraveler is a man on a mission. Reach 1500 hours as quickly as possible.

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Ep. 128Industry

Furloughs and WARN Act: State of the Industry

Jim Higgins sits down with me to talk about the State of the Industry.

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Ep. 127Military

Major General Frank M. Muth

Today, in episode 127 I am talking with United States Army Maj. In this episode we find out how Major General Muth fell into becoming an Army Pilot, he…

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Ep. 126Pilot stories

The Perfect Aviation Job

In today's episode, I am talking with my good friend, James. You might have a few questions for James like where do you work?

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Ep. 125Training & checkrides

Karim: Regional Airline Captain

Today's guest is someone I have wanted to have on the podcast for a while, Karim @iflymetalbirds on IG. Karim has accomplished A LOT for someone in their…

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Ep. 124Pilot stories

Chad Mayer: AOPA Legal Services

AOPA's Chad Mayer. Chad is apart of AOPA's Legal service department and helps give a deep dive into what AOPA's Legal Service Department can do for you.

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Military

US Army: Chief Warrant Officer 5 Troy DeGolyer

What is the Army National Hiring Days? Glad you asked, from June 30 to July 2 the US Army is looking to fill 10,000 jobs.

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Ep. 122Airline career

Leah Ochs

Episode 122 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring, Leah Ochs is now live! I'm on an airline home and will updated the bio later!

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Ep. 121Military

UFC Fighter and Pilot: Antonina Pantera

On episode 121 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast I am talking with UFC fighter and pilot, Antonina Pantera. Find out how Antonina discovered she had the…

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Ep. 120Airline career

Swayne Martin

Youtube week continues on the Pilot to Pilot podcast with episode 120 featuring, Swayne Martin. Swayne has been documenting his flying from the beginning,…

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Ep. 119Pilot stories

Kelsey: 74Gear

Today, we are talking with Kelsey from the popular Youtube channel, 74gear. Kelsey currently flies cargo all over the world in the 747 and 747 Dreamlifter.

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Ep. 118Pilot stories

Justin Meaders: Paralyzed Air Race Pilot

Episode 118 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast features Formula One Air Race Pilot, Justin Meaders. Justin, was Injured in a horrible motorcycle accident that…

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Ep. 117Corporate & charter

Kevin Coleman: Red Bull Air Racer

In episode 117, Im talking with former Red Bull Air Race pilot and current aerobatic pilot Kevin Coleman. Kevin, was the first American to compete in the…

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Ep. 116Adventure

Sammy Mason: Red Bull Air Race and Air Show Pilot

Sammy, is a current air show aerobatic pilot and a former Red Bull Air Race pilot. If you have ever wanted to know what it is like to perform at an air…

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Training & checkrides

How to Become a Pilot: Student Pilot

This is the first part of the "How to Become a Pilot" series with Chris Palmer from Angle of Attack. This episode focuses on student pilots, and we go…

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Pilot stories

Ask Me Anything! (May 2020)

This episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast hosted by Justin Siems, was released in May 2020. Press play to hear the full conversation.

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Ep. 114Adventure

Air Venture 2020 is CANCELLED

Today, on episode 114 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast, I am talking with EAA's Director of Communications, Dick Knapinksi.

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Ep. 113Industry

State of the Industry Part 3

This is episode 113, The State of the Industry with Dr. Alright, now that you are back. Jim Higgins and I talk about where the aviation industry is today…

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Ep. 112Pilot stories

Gary Crump: AOPA Medial Specialist

Today, we are talking to Gary Crump. Gary is the Director of AOPA’s Pilot Information Center Medical Certification Section and has spent the last 32 years…

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Ep. 111Airline career

Eric Serani: FlyteCo Brewing

How about beer and aviation (not at the same time, duh)? Well, if you answered yes, to both (or one) of those questions than this is the episode for you.

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Ep. 110Pilot stories

Pilot Sergio: Youngest Delta Pilot

You might remember a few months ago I released the Marlon Dayes podcast. Where he was the youngest pilot at Delta, hired at 24 years old.

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Ep. 109Pilot stories

Pilot Emilie

This is a huge episode for a few reasons. One, this is technically back to back to back Canadian pilots, this might be the start of the Canadian invasion…

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Owning a plane

Ask Me Anything (May 2020)

Pilot to Pilot ask me anything is now live. Click here to record your question Buy me a coffee!

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Ep. 108Owning a plane

Pilot Annie

In this episode we find how Annie (a Canadian citizen) didn't realize she wanted to be a pilot until she was in a remote Australian town.

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Airline career

Pietro Marsala: First Diabetic Pilot to Get a First Class Medical

Pietro, has had his share of adversity in his aviation career. Being diagnosed with Diabetes in your 20's and being told you can't achieve your dream is a…

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Ep. 106Pilot stories

Martin Rottler: We've Been Here Before.

Martin, was my professor at The Ohio State University and is currently the Manager of Partnerships and Outreach for Envoy Air.

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Ep. 105Pilot stories

Sam Adams: American Helicopter Pilot In Canada

Today, I am talking with helicopter Pilot, Sam Adams. In this episode we find out why Sam decided to leave his non aviation job to become a pilot.

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Ep. 104Airline career

Daniel Bolton: Grumman Mallard Pilot

Find out why Daniel became a pilot in Australia, how his journey led him to fly in Vietnam and why Daniel chose seaplane life over airlines.

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Ep. 103Military

John "Rain" Waters: Former F16 Pilot

Today, I am talking with former F16 pilot and current cargo pilot, John "Rain" Waters. Find out what made John want to become a pilot in the military and…

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Ep. 102Airline career

Greg Browne: WOW Air Pilot and A340 Captain

Greg grew up with a love for aviation but, not a clear path to reach his dream. Find out how his mom helped sacrifice to make his dream become a reality.

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Airline career

Airline Bailout: What it Means for the Industry

Jim Higgins back onto the podcast to talk about the airline bailout. Jim and I talk about what an airline bailout actually means for the airlines.

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Industry

Jeff Siems: My Dad and Airline Pilot

Today, I am interviewing someone who has played a major role in my life, my dad. My dad is currently a major airline pilot and has seen a lot over his career.

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Training & checkrides

National Airspace System: Rune Duke

Rune is the Senior Director of Government Affairs and the perfect person for this podcast. Rune and I talk about what ATC zero means, the difference…

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Airline career

Part Two: How Coronavirus is Affecting the Aviation Industry

Jim Higgins, from the University of North Dakota is now live. In this episode, Jim and I talk about what has changed since our last podcast on Sunday.

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Ep. 99Pilot stories

Anthony Pentz: Pilot & Entrepreneur

Today, I am talking with my friend and mad scientist (find out more about that in the podcast), Anthony Pentz.

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Pilot stories

State of the Aviation Industry - Coronavirus

But, with Coronavirus doing its best to disrupt our economy, health care, and aviation industries, I figured it was necessary to have an episode (maybe…

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Ep. 98Training & checkrides

Deon Mitton: Seaplane Pilot and Career Changer

I'm currently on vacation in Key West watching seaplanes take off and land all day. Which is fitting, since today, I am talking with seaplane pilot Deon…

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Pilot stories

Fastest Way To Delta

Do you want to become a Delta pilot? Better questions might be, do you want to become a Delta pilot, quickly? If you answered yes to either of those…

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Pilot stories

The Impossible Turn: Frank Libretto

96 Frank talks about just that situation. Frank and I also talk about how he was originally scared to fly and what he did to overcome that fear.

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Training & checkrides

Ask a CFI - How You Can Save Money in Flight School

Now, I know what you are thinking, Justin you arent a CFI so how can you answer my questions? Well, I teamed up with my friends over at LIFT Flight…

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Ep. 95Airline career

Tanya Bizri: Regional Airline Captain

Today, on the podcast I am talking with Envoy's Air captain Tanya Bizri. Tanya is currently an Envoy Air captain flying the mighty 145.

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Ep. 94Pilot stories

A380 Pilot Ulrich Beinert

Ulrich has an interesting story, one that starts with being born in Germany to moving to the United States and eventually back to Germany.

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Ep. 93Adventure

Alaskan Bush Pilot

Episode 93 featuring Alaskan bush pilot and bear guide Brittany is now live! Find out why Brittany wanted to leave sunny and warm southern California for…

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Ep. 92Pilot stories

Stephen Koewler: Fly For Fun, Not Money

Today, I am talking with Kenmore air and warbird pilot Stephen Koewler. Stephen has a true love of aviation and focuses on aircraft and fun rather than money.

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Airline career

Cage Marshall Consulting: Airline Interview Guidelines

Well, then this episode is for you. Cage Marshall Consulting has been getting pilots their dream jobs for over 30 years.

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Ep. 90Owning a plane

Mindy Lindheim: Textron Aviation

Mindy is a sales director for Textron aviation where she flies brand new Barons, Bonanzas and other Textron airplanes around for a living.

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Ep. 89Pilot stories

USAF 757 Pilot

USAF 757 Pilot: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from January 2020. It also turns out his story is pretty great as

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Ep. 88Pilot stories

Garmin Autoland

Bailey graciously agreed to sit down and open up about anything and everything Garmin Autoland.

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Ep. 87Pilot stories

Carl Valeri: Aviation Careers Podcast

Today, I am talking with Carl Valeri. Carl is the host of the Aviation Careers Podcast and creator of the Aviation Scholarship Guide.

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Airline career

Logan Flood: Plane Crash Survivor & Southwest FO

Logan Flood nearly lost his life in an aviation accident. Now, he has overcome the odds and followed his dreams to become a commercial airline pilot.

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Ep. 85Airline career

Anders Young: Building Time and Flying For the Regionals

This is episode 85 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring Anders Young. Anders has a strong passion for aviation, when he isn't flying himself he is…

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Ep. 84Pilot stories

Ilya Sabanin: Russian General Aviation

Have you ever wondered how someone becomes a pilot in Russia? How about in Siberia? Today in episode 84, I am talking with Ilya Sabanin.

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Ep. 83Corporate & charter

Kim Kissh: Building Her Time in a TBM

Today on episode 83 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast I am talking with TBM pilot, Kim Kissh. Have you ever wanted to find out how and why someone chose Embry…

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Ep. 83Pilot stories

AMA with Justin Siems

AMA with Justin Siems: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from November 2019. In episode 83 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast I

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Ep. 81Pilot stories

Professional Pilots of Tomorrow: Pilot Mentoring Service

This episode is about how you can find a mentor. PPOT, helps you find a mentor to guide you through this very confusing industry.

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Ep. 80Pilot stories

Dick Knapinski: EAA Director of Communications

Episode 80 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring EAA's very own Dick Knapinski. In this episode, Dick and I talk about why he became a pilot, how and…

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Ep. 79Military

Isaac Cornell: Air Force AWACS Pilot

Episode 79 featuring my good friend Isaac Cornell. Isaac, details what his journey to AWACS was like, the highs and the lows.

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Ep. 78Pilot stories

Andrew Burnham: Dulles Ramp Controller

Episode 78 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I talk with Andrew Burnham and we find out what it is like to work ramp control at Washington Dulles…

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Training & checkrides

Trevor Simoneau: Chart It All

Find Out Why Trevor Started Chart It All at age 11 to Pay For His Flight Training.

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Training & checkrides

Kylie Giffin: Commercial Pilot

Today, I am talking with commercial pilot Kylie Giffin. In this episode, Kylie walks us through her path to becoming a commercial pilot.

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Pilot stories

Mark Palm: Samaritans Aviation

This is episode #73 featuring Mark Palm. Mark, is the co-founder of Samaritan's aviation. Samaritan's Aviation's goal is to demonstrate God’s love by…

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Ep. 74Airline career

24 Year Old Delta Pilot: Marlon Dayes

Marlon put himself in a position to be hired by Delta Airlines at 24 years old. Find out how in episode 74 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast.

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Military

Tuskegee Airmen: Lt. Col. Harry Stewart

Harry Stewart faced a lot of adversity in his aviation career. Pre-WWII he was told he couldn't be a pilot due to the color of his skin.

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Ep. 72Military

Dianna Klein: United Airlines 787 Pilot

Dianna has accomplished a lot in her aviation career, she is a 787 Dreamliner pilot and a C5 pilot in the Air Force Reserves.

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Industry

ForeFlight Co-Founder and CEO Tyson Weihs on How ForeFlight Started

ForeFlight co-founder and CEO Tyson Weihs on how the dot-com crash led him into aviation, ForeFlight’s beginnings and future, and his grandfather’s B-24 service.

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Pilot stories

Christina Brown: Aviation Wellness

Christina has started an aviation wellness movement. Come listen and find out why you should jump on board.

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Pilot stories

Aviation Legends: John and Martha King

Aviation Legends: John and Martha King: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from August 2019. John and Martha KIng: Aviation

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Airline career

Sean Chuplis: Major Airline Pilot

Sean Chuplis: Major Airline Pilot: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from July 2019. Sean is a major airline pilot and creator

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Airline career

Korry Franke: 737 Captain

in 2013, Korry Franke became the youngest captain then flying for United Airlines. Now, the pilot, author, and speaker merges his years of airline…

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Airline career

Alex Abad: Gulfstream Captain

Find out how Alex walked away from a career at Red Bull to land his dream job as a G-IV captain.

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Ep. 65Pilot stories

Jesse McClintock: Wing Swap

In today's episode, we are talking with Jesse McClintock from Wing Swap. Wing Swap is aviation's fastest going marketplace.

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Airline career

Captain Joe: 747 and Aviation Educator

This episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast hosted by Justin Siems, was released in June 2019. Press play to hear the full conversation.

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Pilot stories

Fly Girl: Natalie Kelley

Fly Girl: Natalie Kelley: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from June 2019. Aviation podcast episode that aims to get more women

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Ep. 62Training & checkrides

John Zimmerman of Sporty’s on Flight Training Mistakes, ADS-B and the Future of Flying

Sporty’s John Zimmerman on making nearly every flight training mistake, an incomplete checkride, helping create the first true ADS-B receiver and datalink weather.

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Adventure

How to Become a Firefighting Pilot: Chris Daniell on Ag and SEAT Flying

Firefighting pilot Chris Daniell on starting by loading ag planes, instrument training struggles, how to become an ag or SEAT pilot, pay, demand and a day fighting fires.

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Ep. 60Training & checkrides

Haraldur Diego: Flying In Iceland

Haraldur and I have been trying to get this podcast recorded for a very long time. I was first introduced to Haraldur by Noah (@thectflyguy) and Pilot Maria.

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Ep. 59Military

Gene Reynolds: Former Special Ops Pilot

Gene has pretty much seen it all as a helicopter pilot. He has flown in the army (special ops) and as a civilian pilot in many facets.

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Ep. 58Military

Reed Chuda

Reed is a currently building his time as an FO on the mighty PC12 aka baelatus. Some of the things we talk about on today's episode are.

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Ep. 57Training & checkrides

Captain Moonbeam

Jim has an incredible story and it is one that you will not want to miss. Some of the things Jim and I talk about are...

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Ep. 56Training & checkrides

LIFT Academy

Find out how you can not only get a guaranteed job as a CFI to build time but a guaranteed FO job at Republic Airways.

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Ep. 55Training & checkrides

Pilot Shanelly: Dancing Pilot

In today's episode, Shannon and I talk about... Find out what ShaNelly got into aviation Her dad flew the B52 bomber.

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Ep. 54Training & checkrides

Michael Mainiero

Michael is absolutely killing this whole piloting thing, he is 22 years old with 3200 hours, current in over a dozen aircraft, and was just hired by a big…

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Ep. 53Training & checkrides

David Campbell

David is 49 Private pilot who walked away from a high paying job to start his career in aviation. Some of the things David and I talk about in this…

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Airline career

Stan Kuliavas: Levaero Aviation

In this episode, Stan and I talk about what it is like to go to Embry Riddle without wanting to become a pilot, how he had zero interest in aviation even…

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Training & checkrides

Jason Miller: The Finer Points

Today, I am talking with Jason Miller. Creator of The Finer Points and arguably one of the best flight instructors there is.

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Ep. 51Airline career

Mentour Pilot: Petter on Becoming a Captain, Training Pilots and US vs European Airlines

Mentour Pilot creator Petter on paying for training, FAA vs European training, the 1,500-hour rule, becoming a captain without seniority, training captains and CRM.

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Military

Will Locante: Professional Baseball Player Turned Pilot

Today, I am interviewing from Arizona Diamondback pitcher Will Locante. In this episode, Will and I talk about..

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Ep. 48Pilot stories

Mel Williams: A&P

This episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast hosted by Justin Siems, was released in December 2018. Press play to hear the full conversation.

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Ep. 48Training & checkrides

Joshua Maddox: Seaplane Pilot

In this episode, I am talking with Joshua Maddox. Joshua and I have a few things in common, we both flew aerial survey instead of becoming a CFI and we…

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Ep. 47Pilot stories

Stabilizer Motion and Drizzle Tell All

You guys asked the questions and Stab Daddy and the Drizzle have the answers.

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Ep. 46Pilot stories

Reed Keahey: Ag Pilot

Welcome to episode number 46 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I am talking with Reed Keahey. In this episode, Reed and I talk about..

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Ep. 45Training & checkrides

Noah Goldstein: Private Pilot

This is episode 45 featuring Noah Goldstein. In today's episode, Noah and I talk about... How Flight Simulator helped fuel the fire.

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Ep. 44Training & checkrides

Marissa Colclasure: Mom & Airline Pilot

Today, I am talking with Marissa Colclasure who is currently a regional Airline Pilot. In this episode, Marissa and I talk about.

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Ep. 43Pilot stories

Jan Sears: Highway Patrol Pilot

Today, I am talking with Jan Sears. Jan is currently flying for the California State Highway Patrol. In this episode, Jan and I talk about.. - Why Jan…

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Ep. 42Pilot stories

Hurricane Hunter: Rebecca Waddington

Today, I am talking with NOAA aka Hurricane Hunter Rebecca Waddington. In this episode, Rebecca and I talk about...

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Ep. 41Training & checkrides

Cory Robin: Flying Cowboy

Today, I am talking with Cory Robin. In this episode, Cory and I talk about.. When Cory knew he wanted to be a pilot.

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Pilot stories

Rich Curcio

I have an amazing episode for you guys today. I am talking with Rich Curcio, who has lost his medical TWICE. But, was able to get it back each time and is…

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Ep. 40Training & checkrides

Randy Witt: X-Plane

Pilot to Pilot Podcast Episode 40 With Randy Witt. Today, I am talking with X-Planes very own Randy Witt. Some of the things Randy and I talk about are…

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Training & checkrides

AJ Ramsey: Floyd Mayweather's pilot

I can't believe it has been 39 episodes already, time flies when you are having fun. Today's episode is a big one, I talk with TMT pilot AJ Ramsey.

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Training & checkrides

Airlines Are Hiring It Is Time To Start Flying

Airlines Are Hiring It Is Time To Start Flying: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from August 2018. The Airlines need pilots

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Ep. 38Training & checkrides

Jeremy Grodin

Jeremy drops some great insight in this episode. Like how it is important to create a business plan when deciding how to finance and pay for flight…

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Airline career

Flight Attendant Joe

Today, I am talking with Flight Attendant Joe. Some of the things we talk about are.. How Joe was a nurse for 15 years before becoming a Flight Attendant…

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Training & checkrides

ATC Memes

Today, I am talking with David Lombardo, a co-founder of everyone's favorite aviation meme page ATC Memes. Why he left his job as a controller.

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Training & checkrides

Ryan Tseko: Gulfstream Pilot

Find out how Ryan went from flight instructor to regional pilot to Grant Cardone's private pilot.

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Pilot stories

Ask me Anything from FL 250

Ever wondered what it sounds like to fly in the flight levels? Well, here is your chance.

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Ep. 33Training & checkrides

Michael Healey: Commercial Pilot & College Student

Pilot to Pilot podcast episode 33 ft. Michael Healey: Commercial Pilot and College Student. Today, I am talking with Michael Healey.

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Pilot stories

Pilot to Pilot Ask Me Anything

Pilot to Pilot Ask Me Anything: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from January 2018. I answer all the most asked questions by

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Ep. 30Training & checkrides

Colin Henry: CFI Building Time

Pilot to Pilot podcast episode 30 featuring Colin Henry: CFI Building Time. This is the first episode of 2018 and I can't wait to share it with you all.

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Pilot stories

Dean Siracusa: CEO Flying Eyes Sunglasses

we find out why Dean created Flying Eyes and what he loves most about aviation.

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Airline career

Az Trooper: State Trooper to Airline Pilot

Steve talks about how he went from a regional pilot to State Troper to Airline pilot.

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Training & checkrides

Premier 1 Driver

Pilot to Pilot podcast ep 28 ft Greg Mink Business Aviation and former F16 pilot. You might know Greg by his Youtube name Premier 1 Driver.

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Pilot stories

Jim Krecek: Aeronautical Engineer & Pilot

Jim Krecek is an aeronautical engineer and private pilot. Find out how you can be apart of the aviation industry without becoming a pilot.

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Military

Logan Flood: Plane Crash Survivor & Regional Airline Captain

PILOT TO PILOT PODCAST EP 024 FT. Today, I am talking with Logan Flood. Logan is a current regional airline captain, flying out of everyone's favorite…

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Pilot stories

Daniel Baker: FlightAware CEO

FlightAware CEO Daniel Baker shares why he created FlightAware and why he became a pilot.

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Training & checkrides

James Heath: Pilot Turned ATC

Pilot to Pilot podcast ep 022 ft James Heath: Pilot turned ATC. James is a former CFI, airline ground handler, 2x regional pilot and current air traffic…

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Training & checkrides

Chris Palmer: CFI & Aviation Content Creator

Chris Palmer: CFI & Aviation Content Creator: an episode of Pilot to Pilot, the aviation podcast for pilots, from October 2017. Come find out why Chris

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Airline career

Giselah Ebanks: First Female Pilot To Fly For Grand Cayman Airways

Download Episode! Pilot to Pilot podcast ep 020 ft. Giselah Ebanks: The First Female Pilot to Fly for Grand Cayman Airways!

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Military

Dave Herwig: Airline Pilot & Former Army Golden Knight

Download Episode! Pilot to Pilot Podcast EP 019 FT. Dave Herwig: Airline Pilot & Former Army Golden Knight. Today I am talking with Dave Herwig, a former…

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Corporate & charter

Jeffrey The Pilot: Corporate Pilot & Social Media Influencer

Pilot to Pilot Podcast EP. Today, I am talking with Jeffrey The Pilot. Jeffrey is a Canadian corporate pilot and aviation social media influencer.

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Training & checkrides

Martin Rottler: Aviation Educator

Pilot to Pilot Podcast ep 017 ft. Today, I am talking with Martin Rottler. Martin is an aviation educator at The Ohio State University.

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Pilot stories

Noah Lieberman

Today, I am talking with Noah Lieberman. Noah is the CEO and creator of one of my favorite aviation applications LogTen Pro X.

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Training & checkrides

Mike Wagner: Corporate Pilot & Content Creator

Today, I am talking with Mike Wagner, also known as Pilot Wagner. That name should sound familiar, especially if you are involved in the chemtrails community.

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Training & checkrides

Pilot Maria: European Airline Pilot

In today’s episode, I am talking with European airline pilot and mega aviation social media influencer @pilotmaria.

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Training & checkrides

Airline Pilot Memes

In today’s episode, I am talking with Derek from Airline Pilot Memes. Derek is a current major airline pilot and one of the most popular meme artists of 2017.

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Military

Combat Learjet: Former Air Force Pilot.

Steve was an active duty Air Force pilot for ten years and flew in the Air National Guard for another 17. In this episode, we talk about.

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Military

Cody Martz: Army Black Hawk Pilot

In this episode, I talk with Cody Martz. Cody is a current Army black hawk helicopter pilot, trained air traffic controller, and a commercial fixed wing…

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Training & checkrides

Justin Zeller: Airline Pilot

In today’s episode, I am talking with Justin Zeller. Justin has done a lot to get to where he is today. He has gone from flying for the regionals to 135…

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Training & checkrides

Kurt Leuschner: Major Airline Pilot

In this episode, I talk with Kurt Leuschner who is a major airline pilot. In today’s episode, we talk about. How he got his commercial rating by age 18.

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Training & checkrides

John Mark: CFI and Professional Pilot

In today’s episode, I am talking with South Florida’s very own John Mark. John is a current CFI and professional pilot building his hours to get on with…

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Pilot stories

I am Rachelle: What it is like being a women in aviation.

This is Part 2 of Rachelle’s awesome flying story. In this episode, we talk about. What it is like being a woman in aviation.

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Pilot stories

I am Rachelle: Aviatrix and Social Media Influencer

In this episode, Rachelle and I talk about. How she was able to get a scholarship to help pay for her private pilot's license.

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Training & checkrides

Ryan Huber: CFI

In today’s episode, I talk with Ryan Huber. Ryan completed most of his training at ATP flight school in Arizona and is now a current CFI.

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Airline career

Kris Sharpe: CEO of Wingbosstf

In this episode, we talk with Kris Sharpe. Kris is a current regional airline pilot and the creator of one of my favorite aviation apparel companies Wingboss.

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Training & checkrides

Patrick Pearce: Founder of @insta.plane

In today’s episode, we talk with Patrick Pearce. Patrick has accomplished a lot since catching the aviation bug.

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Training & checkrides

Cory Schow: Corporate Pilot (Aug 2017)

In today’s episode, we are talking with Cory Schow. You might know Cory from his popular youtube channel Pilot Vlogs.

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