A runway stretching ahead, seen from the cockpit

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 121 carrier.

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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 121 carrier. Some of the things Michael and I talk about are.. How Michael got into aviation.

How Michael put a presentation together for his Parents on why he should get flight simulator. How Michael had to talk his mom into letting him learn how to fly. Michael talks about joining young eagles.

How Michael built his connections. Michael explains what Young Eagles is. We talk about how you can get involved with Young Eagles.

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