No Regrets: Why You Should Take the Leap Into Aviation, With Charlie Gasmire
Airplane Academy founder Charlie Gasmire on mentors, owning a Cessna 182 and why anyone can become a pilot.
Charlie Gasmire comes from a family of aviators and soloed on his 16th birthday. In Episode 338, the Airplane Academy founder talks about mentors, owning an airplane and staying motivated to fly.
- 01Soloing on his 16th birthday
- 02The role of mentors
- 03Moving from renting to owning a Cessna 182, and the surprise costs
- 04Flying with family
- 05Why pilots should talk openly about mistakes
- 06Staying motivated when life gets busy
A family of pilots
His grandfather and father inspired him to fly, and he talks about the setbacks on the way to becoming a working pilot and business owner.
Owning a 182
Charlie walks through buying a Cessna 182, the switch from renting to owning, and the costs he didn’t expect.
Airplane Academy
He explains why he built Airplane Academy to show anyone can become a pilot, and why sharing mistakes helps others learn.
Charlie Gasmire
Charlie Gasmire is a pilot, entrepreneur and the founder of Airplane Academy.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Charlie Gasmire?
A pilot, entrepreneur and the founder of Airplane Academy.
What does it take to own a Cessna 182?
Charlie talks through his move from renting to owning a 182, including unexpected costs.
