The Pro-Pilot Playbook Podcast

In this episode of the Pro Pilot Playbook podcast, hosts Sean Richey and Mike Martin interview Colin Harper, a recent flight training success story. Colin shares his journey from a financial planning career to becoming a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) in just six months. He discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of choosing the right flight school, and the financial aspects of his training. Colin emphasizes the value of accelerated training and the support he received from his instructors, ultimately leading to his successful check rides and newfound passion for aviation. Takeaways: ✈ Colin transitioned from financial planning to aviation. ✈ He completed his CFI in just six months. ✈ Choosing the right flight school was crucial. ✈ Accelerated training helped him achieve his goals quickly. ✈ Colin faced challenges balancing family life and training. ✈ He utilized various online resources for ground school. ✈ The financial aspect of training was a significant consideration. ✈ Colin's training included flying in winter conditions. ✈ He found joy in instructing after becoming a CFI. ✈ Colin encourages others to pursue their aviation dreams.   Pro-Pilot Playbook: ✈Pro-Pilot Playbook provides people with the knowledge and tools to become professional pilots FASTER & CHEAPER. There is no other product available that even comes close in comparison! This a groundbreaking career development course aspiring aviators. If you are considering flight training, or currently in flight training, this course is CRITICAL if you want it done FAST, CHEAP, and CORRECTLY. This is the BLUEPRINT to launch your aviation career! ✈Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course.  

In this episode of the Pro Pilot Playbook podcast, hosts Sean and Mike welcome Colin Dunne, an aircraft purchase specialist from Jetcraft. They discuss the intricacies of aircraft sales, the importance of having a knowledgeable team when buying or selling aircraft, and Colin's unique journey into the aviation industry. The conversation covers the role of Jetcraft in the global aircraft market, the daily life of an aircraft broker, and the significance of market knowledge in making informed purchasing decisions. Colin shares insights on navigating the market for both large and small aircraft, emphasizing the value of professional guidance in transactions. The episode concludes with a discussion on favorite aircraft and the future of aviation.   Takeaways: ✈ Colin Dunn is an aircraft purchase specialist at Jetcraft. ✈ Jetcraft is a global leader in aircraft sales and acquisitions. ✈ Having a knowledgeable team is crucial in aircraft transactions. ✈ Market knowledge is essential for making informed offers. ✈ Colin's journey into aviation began with an engineering background. ✈ The majority of business jets are based in North America. ✈Professional guidance can help buyers and sellers navigate complex transactions. ✈ Smaller aircraft transactions may require different expertise. ✈ Understanding market conditions can lead to better purchasing decisions. ✈ The aviation industry is in need of more pilots.    Pro-Pilot Playbook: ✈Pro-Pilot Playbook provides people with the knowledge and tools to become professional pilots FASTER & CHEAPER. There is no other product available that even comes close in comparison! This a groundbreaking career development course aspiring aviators. If you are considering flight training, or currently in flight training, this course is CRITICAL if you want it done FAST, CHEAP, and CORRECTLY. This is the BLUEPRINT to launch your aviation career! ✈Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course.

In this episode of the Pro-Pilot Playbook Podcast, Sean Richey and Mike Martin discuss essential tips for preparing for pilot interviews, particularly in the corporate aviation sector. They emphasize the importance of asking thoughtful questions, researching the company, and understanding the corporate culture to stand out as a candidate. The hosts provide insights on what questions to ask during the interview, how to navigate discussions about salary and benefits, and the significance of making a good impression. They also encourage listeners to engage with them for further questions and support.   Takeaways: ✈ Asking about overnights is a critical question. ✈ Interview prep courses are essential for success. ✈ Your questions can differentiate you as a candidate. ✈ Thorough research on the company is crucial. ✈ Impress interviewers with your knowledge of the company. ✈ Avoid asking about vacation and salary in interviews. ✈ Read the room and adjust your questions accordingly. ✈ Understand the corporate culture before the interview. ✈ Use thoughtful questions to gauge the job fit. ✈ Follow up after the interview to share your experience.   Pro-Pilot Playbook: ✈Pro-Pilot Playbook provides people with the knowledge and tools to become professional pilots FASTER & CHEAPER. There is no other product available that even comes close in comparison! This a groundbreaking career development course aspiring aviators. If you are considering flight training, or currently in flight training, this course is CRITICAL if you want it done FAST, CHEAP, and CORRECTLY. This is the BLUEPRINT to launch your aviation career! ✈Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course.

This is the last video of our 4 episode series on choosing a flight school. Mike and Sean sit down with Jay and Rick from Lunken Flight Training Center to discuss common problems and struggles student pilot's have during flight training. Lunken Flight Training Center is located at Lunken airport in Mike & Sean's hometown in Cincinnati, Ohio. https://flylftc.com/ Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com     CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:56 Flight physical (FAA Medical) 03:44 Financial 05:05 Gaps in flight training 06:50 #1 Tip to avoid problems during flight training 10:57 Overestimating student pilot skill level 12:02 Towered vs non-towered airports for flight training 16:38 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Here's video 3 of our 4 episode series on choosing a flight school. Mike and Sean sit down with Jay and Rick from Lunken Flight Training Center to discuss Part 141 vs Part 61 and the importance of flight schools following a syllabus for your flight training. Lunken Flight Training Center is located at Lunken airport in Mike & Sean's home town in Cincinnati, Ohio. https://flylftc.com/ Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com     CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:36 Structure of flight training 02:10 Syllabus use 04:50 Part 61 06:18 Part 141 08:15 Part 61 vs part 141 differences 09:59 Flight school's pass rate 13:47 How to choose part 61 or part 141 15:05 Financing: part 61 or part 141 17:30 Scholarships 18:25 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Here's the 2nd of our 5 episode series on choosing a flight school. Mike and Sean sit down with Jay and Rick from Lunken Flight Training Center to hash out choosing the best airplane for flight training and what other equipment and resources your future flight school should have. Lunken Flight Training Center is located at Lunken airport in Mike & Sean's home town in Cincinnati, Ohio. https://flylftc.com/ Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com     CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:01 What to look for in aircraft for flight training 04:02 Differences in flight training aircraft 07:40 High wing vs low wing aircraft 11:28 Simulator 14:05 Sim for Private Pilot Certificate 18:06 Onsite aircraft maintenance 23:07 Access to aircraft maintenance records 24:55 How many airplanes does the flight school have 28:40 How far should you drive to a flight school 33:03 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

This is the first of a 5 episode series on choosing a flight school. Mike and Sean sit down with Jay and Rick from Lunken Flight Training Center and discuss the most common initial questions aspiring aviators have when seeking out a flight school. Lunken Flight Training Center is located at Lunken airport in Mike & Sean's home town in Cincinnati, Ohio. https://flylftc.com/ Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com     CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:06 The #1 question 05:04 Comparing flying to driving 06:20 Online ground school 08:10 Cost is connected to student's work ethic 09:38 Cost & time dependent on pre-solo stage 11:30 Average cost to get Private Cert 12:53 Some schools costs could be hidden 14:14 How many flight hours are included 15:33 Average time for Private Pilot Certificate 19:01 Average time for Instrument Rating 23:58 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Mike and Sean welcome Brendan to the show to share his expertise on the subject of Flying Club Memberships and how it can save you money while flight training and building time to acquire your dream job as a professional pilot. Flying Club Finder: https://youcanfly.aopa.org/flying-clubs Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOWN OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com       CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Meet Brendan 06:25 What is a Flying Club 07:29 Cessna 150 Aerobat 10:40 Advantages of Flying Club Membership 13:55 How Flying Clubs work 19:00 Cost /hour & Membership price 24:30 Can you flight train in a flying club airplane 26:29 What are the cons to a Flying Club 32:25 Flying Club planes are nicer than rental planes 34:19 Where to find a flying club 35:47 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Mike and Sean answer Randall's question concerning him leaving his career as an educator to chase down his dream of becoming a professional pilot. Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOWN OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:20 Catching up 02:50 Randall's question 07:32 Our response to Randall 14:21 Doing it right 18:23 Other tactics 21:10 Mix in some accelerated flight training 22:50 Offer flight training to the students at your school 24:45 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Mike and Sean discuss the most difficult aspects of obtaining your Private Pilot Certificate and the common pitfalls that make over 80% of people quit flight training. Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOWN OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:12 DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP 02:40 Sean's sightings 05:10 Episode intro 06:05 80% of of people quit flight training 09:32 Money 11:26 Need to commit 12:09 Time 13:33 Lack of motivation 17:05 Rare that students can't figure it out 20:37 Serious business 22:57 Math requirements 26:50 Final tips 28:12 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Mike and Sean answer a question about dealing with having to tell passengers no and discuss other situations that can cause you to have a difficult day as a pilot. Go to the app store and download our new app! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Viewer/listener's question 02:29 Corporate pilot vs Airline pilot perspective 04:59 Sean's 3 step process for dealing with passengers 06:52 Mike's advice for dealing with bad situations as a pilot 08:06 Common problems pilots deal with 15:53 "Get Home-Itis" 17:50 " Reverse Get Home-Itis" 19:52 New products at https://www.propilotplaybook.com/ 20:04 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Mike and Sean interview Brandon after recently failing his Private Pilot Checkride. However, there's a lot more to this story than what you might think. This is a great story for anyone who is getting close to taking their first Practical Pilot Test. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:23 Brandon's introduction and background 05:56 Brandon's flight training 11:00 Private pilot checkride 20:54 No sleep 23:20 Weather 27:00 Ferry pilot problems 32:50 The oral starts 36:00 Family friend died 40:35 Plane doesn't start 43:50 Flight portion begins 44:10 Cross-country snafu 46:40 Engine out procedures 51:05 A huge learning experience 1:00:10 Won't see these stories on the internet 1:02:53 We learn from failing 1:04:40 Brandon's shout out to Pro-Pilot Playbook 1:06:05 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Mike and Sean jump a little off the career path rails to discuss a technical topic involving the use the very popular ForeFlight aviation app from the point of view as a professional pilot. We also address the possible downsides of using this powerful application early on in your training especially working towards your Private Pilot Certificate. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:47 Sam's question 05:02 What is ForeFlight? 06:53 Not for primary Private Pilot training 09:33 Sean's day-to-day using ForeFlight 12:00 Fuel planning 16:01 Back-up instruments 18:55 Poor man's TCAS 20:20 All charts are included 21:46 Logbook function 23:28 Runway analysis data 25:45 Airlines using ForeFlight 26:35 Other aviation apps 28:38 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION! 29:00 New products released on the Pro-Pilot Playbook site 

Mike and Sean answer two viewers questions this week concerning how to become an ultra successful corporate pilot and earn a comparable salary of our major airline counterparts. Basically a step-by-step guide to start an aircraft management company. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 03:08 Bryan's video question 05:55 Answering peoples email 06:33 What is a contract pilot 11:19 Using Facebook groups to find contract pilot jobs 12:40 Buying a type rating to do contract pilot work 15:04 Adam's email question 17:55 How to start an aircraft management company 22:07 How to be a good contract pilot 24:00 It all comes back to networking 26:30 First steps as a low time pilot 30:12 New products released on the Pro-Pilot Playbook site 30:45 Take action!

Sean & Mike sit down with John Zimmerman from Sporty's Pilot's Discretion Podcast which is possibly the most downloaded aviation podcast in history. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com Are the latest headlines about slowing airline pilot hiring just a temporary pause or the start of a downward trend? In this episode, aviation career mentors Mike Martin and Sean Richey explain what the real state of the industry is. They also talk about the right approach to flight training, how to build time, and whether airline interviews still matter. Mike and Sean have lots of experience as corporate pilots, so they share tips from the world of private jets, including the different skills required for that type of job. In the Ready to Copy segment, you'll hear about tough checkrides, how to be a good copilot, and the best airports in America. QUOTES: - Current hiring trends: “There's a difference between the hiring surge that we had and the true pilot shortage that's going on in the background.” - Airline hiring 25 years ago: “Your first year you made like $22,000; you had to pay $18,000 back to them for your training.” - Where we are now: “There is no greater time in the history of man, since the Wright brothers first flew, to become a professional pilot.” - What type of flight school is best: “At the end of the day, you're going to get the same certificates and ratings no matter what you do.” - Why waiting to start flight training can cost you: “For every year you wait, you gotta think about those big bucks on the back end of your career.” - Competition between employers: “This large airline hiring is sucking pilots out of the corporate world like a vacuum cleaner.” - Corporate jobs vs. airline jobs: “The actually volume of flying you is way less. There are many corporate pilots that fly as many hours annually as an airline pilot does in one month.” - How to break into corporate flying: “Be at the airport… you need to be at these airports and you need to see yourself seen and known.” - What makes a good copilot: “The ability to distinguish what's important from what's not important.” - Flying celebrities: “I had a perception before I did this… [that] money doesn't buy happiness and all that. I actually think after years of doing this that that's a coping mechanism that us poor people say.” SHOW LINKS: - Pro-Pilot Playbook: https://www.propilotplaybook.com - Boeing Pilot Outlook: https://www.boeing.com/commercial/mar... - Pilot Training+ Membership: https://www.sportys.com/sportys-pilot... Explore the podcast

Sean & Mike talk with Daniel Smucker on how he was able to achieve his Instrument rating in just 10 days. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 03:10 Daniel's story 11:02 How Daniel financed his training 14:50 How he achieved Instrument rating in 10 days 18:20 Accelerated commercial pilot license 21:38 Hacks for sharing time via Face Book groups 24:40 Owning a plane for training 29:40 Borrowing an airplane for training 33:04 Accelerated Multi-engine rating 38:28 Flight training with brother as CFI 42:20 Working on CFI and Networking 46:11 Daniel idea for starting a flight school 47:40 Is ATP flight school accelerated training? 49:00 How did it all cost? 52:00 Right seat in a jet 54:30 Daniel's advice to aspiring pilots 56:20 Networking at the airport

Sean & Mike answer two listeners video questions on the pilot marketing softening and whether it's worth buying your own type rating in an aircraft. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:56 Steve's question 09:02 Truckers becoming professional pilots 10:53 Ground school before flight training 14:25 Skipping the regional airlines 14:58 Hiring slowing down at the airlines 16:56 Buy your own type rating? 22:32 Good companies want good people 25:06 Expensive training on speculation 25:51 Finance it and accelerate it 27:00 Take action

Sean & Mike talk to Ben Roller, former FAA Operations Inspector and Designated Pilot Examiner, to get the inside hacks on passing your pilot checkride. We also discuss common mistakes pilot applicants make on checkrides and how or if discretion actually exists when it comes to your checkride. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Ben's background 08:30 Pilot hiring in early 2000's vs today 19:10 Pilot job market up's and down's 20:44 Shortage of designated pilot examiners 24:41 Requirements to be a DPE 26:35 Who's the DPE's DPE? 28:38 Do pilot examiners have a pass/fail ratio quota to maintain? 30:57 Examiners discretion on a pilot checkride 34:42 Examiner knows in the first 5 mins of meeting applicant outcome of the checkride 35:48 Ben's advice to private pilot applicants 39:55 Common problem areas on pilot checkrides 48:19 Checkride with highest fail rate? 56:30 Take Action!

Sean & Mike talk to Jamal again as he updates us with his progress at ATP flight school where he was able to get his Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Certificate, and Multi-Engine Rating in under 5 months. Jamal had also used the financial aid which means he started his training at ATP with no money being paid up front. Jamal's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Jahmalthepilot DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Recap on Jamal's story 07:02 How long and how much 12:05 Can you fail at ATP 14:25 What are the Cons of ATP 18:58 Jamal has a JOB! 26:20 Companies paying students at ATP Flight School 28:16 Ages of other student pilots and CFI's at ATP 30:58 Mike & Sean on the road

Mike and Sean break down the crash of a Challenger 604 on approach into Naples, Florida (APF) airport that experienced a dual engine failure on final crashing on I-75 killing both pilots. We talk about operating the challenger and possible causes of the accident including introducing a new theory that doesn't include fuel starvation or birds.   Here's some links to other YouTuber's videos on the Naples Challenger crash: https://youtu.be/EKAw1ioDcAE?si=7u9aJbwSSOwTmujH https://youtu.be/OfEl6clsW_M?si=CF2Uz3bsfq3vyL8W https://youtu.be/icKVGG9QiS0?si=F7LqLWJs8oLlPGbZ   DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 03:32 Facts surrounding Naples crash 05:02 Challenger 604 business jet 08:54 ATC audio 10:37 Video of jet crash in Naples, Florida 13:15 Dual engine flameout in jets 19:52 Theories of what could have caused Naples crash 26:07 Alternate theory for Naples Challenger crash 34:07 Pilots of Naples, Florida crash heros

Sean and Mike revisit this fatal accident with a fresh perspective on the loss of Youtuber TNFlyGirl in her newly acquired Beech Debonair. It appears there is evidence pointing to this crash being part of elaborate internet stunt that went horribly wrong resulting in the loss of two lives. Here's the links we reference in the video, also links to Juan Brown's Youtube channel "Blancolirio" for a detailed analysis of this fatal crash: https://youtu.be/R1W1ml-uRT0?si=WthzaO5xUvjU9PKD https://youtu.be/kQUS-6SBZzM?si=NLPXLCDIgrX01JLB https://youtu.be/JDSJ_PyGNG8?si=YuoGpfQvZ_BRytoS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViO1j1iYn18 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66z726rQNxc   DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:25 TN Fly Girl story is worse than we thought 03:03 Pro-Pilot Playbook student's plane crashes 05:20 Consequences of bad judgement piloting aircraft 06:05 Other Youtubers' videos about TN Fly Girl accident 07:01 Non-stop examples of bad piloting skills displayed by Jen Blalock 16:30 Mike's advice for student pilots and flight instructors on cross-country training flights 18:14 Sean's advice for student pilots in primary flight training 20:01 What can happen to us using automation even with driving a car 22:04 What navigation equipment Jenny Blalock TNFlyGirl actually needed to complete the simple 40nm flight on a VFR day 23:32 Money can sometimes allow a pilot to buy an airplane beyond their experience and skill level 25:15 Final words of advice for anybody currently working on their Private Pilot's certificate to become a professional corporate or airline pilot

Sean and Mike have a chat with the YouTube sensation, Fly with Trent https://www.youtube.com/@trent_dyrsmid We talk background, accelerated flight training, and his rise as the go-to guy in the "Career 2.0" space for folks wanting to become professional pilots. Use these link's to check out some of Trent's videos on his YouTube channel "Fly With Trent": https://youtu.be/2hxgwwS0PMo?si=ifttKfgwe7_vCH7U https://youtu.be/9j4hRPi-C7Q?si=ZMWhibWXbU_9IbLf https://youtu.be/CIRyt0Rq8_A?si=rM56HULFrNxUVmZK DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com    Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:30 Trent's back ground 07:45 Trent gets into flying 16:37 Fly With Trent 18:08 Trent decides to be a professional pilot 19:41 Career 2.0 people can do anything, but want to become pilots 22:52 Accelerated flight training- Four checkrides in 2 weeks 27:02 The Fly With Trent YouTube channel 30:05 What's next for Trent- Airlines or Corporate Pilot 35:45 What's next for the Fly With Trent YouTube Channel? 37:02 Wrap up

Sean and Mike's take on the tragic news concerning the loss of Youtuber TNFlyGirl. There are lessons to be learned from what we know at this point in the investigation that every aspiring pilot should embrace. Use these link's to check out Juan Brown's Youtube channel "Blancolirio" for a detailed analysis of this fatal crash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViO1j1iYn18 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66z726rQNxc   DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:15 TN Fly Girl story 03:13 Juan Brown - Blancolirio 06:37 Beech Debonair auto-pilot 09:03 Personal limitations 10:18 Getting proper flight instruction 14:05 Brandon's solo flight - aeronautical decision making 17:02 Consequences of bad judgement piloting aircraft 18:36 Aspen (ASE) Airport Operations 22:08 Sometimes paid to say no as a pilot 25:44 Automation causing aviation accidents 27:29 Flight instructor advice 35:19 Jim Rohn Quote

Our first podcast of 2024 is all about getting you off your butt and taking the right action in the right direction. This episode is packed full of useful insight to get you headed in the right direction to achieve your dream of becoming a professional pilot. There is no better or easier time in history to become an airline or corporate pilot. Make this your year by taking action and change your life. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 04:25 Take action with self discipline 06:47 Quotes for aspiring pilots 08:45 Thermostat theory 11:38 Paralysis by analysis: Goals & Habits 14:37 Inspiration vs. Information 16:35 Take an introductory/discovery flight 19:18 Waiting for the time/money to be "right" 21:44 Will flight training be easy? 23:02 What's coming up for the Pro-Pilot Playbook 25:20 Make this your year to become a pilot

This week we have our first video question that came in from Marc concerning his recent failure of a Stage Check as he works on his Private Pilot Certificate at a Part 141 Flight School. Marc is on his journey to become an airline pilot and is bit discouraged after hitting his first bump in the road. Mike and Sean offer some advise that will useful to anyone attending a part 141 flight school. Pro-Pilot Playbook Episode #30: Choosing a Flight School https://youtu.be/DX8j0zZkA3s?si=0u_SYgKeU5evKjQv NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:35 Sean's trip to Vegas for Formula 1 06:39 Marc's video question 08:41 Check ride vs stage check 10:45 Consequences of astage check failure 12:58 Check rides through your career 17:19 Part 141 vs. part 61 flight schools 19:50 Wrap up and Pro-Pilot Playbook paid program 21:02 Final advice for Marc

Some crazy industry news this week involving a jumpseating pilot, Joseph Emerson, that was charged with attempted murder after trying to shut down the engines of an airliner in flight. We also cover the story of an A321 that departed with cabin windows missing, and a Hawker 800 that collided with a Cessna Mustang at the Houston Hobby airport. Alaska Airlines pilot accused of trying to crash plane may have taken psychedelic mushrooms: https://youtu.be/wp6OiYd7-zw?si=76UXseQCmomjSHYG Titan Airways Airbus A321LR Took Off From London Stansted With Window Missing: https://youtu.be/PKBuEt1mSE8?si=dmaNwpVLvbEsmcTF Private Jets COLLIDE ON TAKEOFF & LANDING | Runway Incursion: https://youtu.be/ANJq5wBaXmE?si=SEO9Hi-4L-K4Kg-j NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Where have we been? 03:39 Shrooms, Missing windows, Mid-ground 04:48 Drugs in the jump seat 13:00 Opening a door in flight 14:35 Pilots with depression 21:33 Airbus airliner missing windows 25:52 Hawker hits a Cessna during takeoff at Houston Hobby 28:49 Comair crash at Lexington 35:07 Experience level of today's pilots 38:37 Taking action & Pro-Pilot Playbook Course

We're answering two emails this week from Justin and Robert that have questions involving the family life of a pilot, work/life balance, aviation spouses, kids, and emergencies at home while being on the road as a pilot. Living the Dream: https://youtu.be/rNxz2hhSXuY?si=IftcmPgVu4l2oSHT Living the (Pilot's Wife) Dream: https://youtu.be/xpHNOWasFfs?si=Gac2TScjN_bPXtT3 NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:48 Justin's Question 04:43 Robert's Question 06:15 Typical Corporate Pilot schedule 10:52 Airline Pilot schedule 11:55 Horrible pilot schedule 13:54 Having systems in place at home 18:21 Family getting to ride along on a private jet 21:06 Pilot's spouse dealing with your schedule 22:35 How much time at home a pilot has 25:00 "Mother in-law box" 27:10 "Living the Dream" Youtube videos 28:55 Video questions!

Karl emailed us a question about a choice he has to make to leave his aerial mapping job to go fly as a co-pilot at a part 135 charter company. After your flight training is complete your next mission is to find that entry level pilot job to reach 1500 hours to get to the airlines. Mike and Sean breakdown the pro and cons of each job and talk about the other flight time building pilot jobs available in today's market. How to be a Fighter Pilot Episode: https://youtu.be/RCF-qWoggME NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com     Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:30 New way to submit questions 03:15 Karl's question 05:22 King Air 90 part 135 job 06:40 Mike's first job 09:01 Networking 13:50 Other time flight time building pilot jobs 19:19 Flight Instructor for your first pilot job 21:00 Experience presented at an interview 22:06 Mike's Quote

Jon emailed us wanting know about his concern on the level of math he completed in school, or what math is required to be a pilot. Mike and Sean not only answer Jon's question but also talk about what intelligence is required in general to become a pilot. How to be a Fighter Pilot Episode: https://youtu.be/RCF-qWoggME NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com     Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:28 Fan's email describing finding his passion in aviation 04:58 Jamal passed his Istrument Rating checkride at ATP Flight School 06:22 Jon's question 10:01 "Pilot smarts are going downhill" 16:10 Professional training is easier 19:12 Memorization for pilots is going away 25:44 Don't wait to start flight training 26:45 Dumb pilot story

If you've ever considered becoming a military pilot this is your episode. Mike and Sean interview Maj. Aaron Werner from the South Dakota Air National Guard. Maj Werner is an F-16 fighter pilot and instructor with over 20 years of military service. Maj Werner outlines the processes, training, and the day-to-day of a military pilot. Including a detailed breakdown of the steps to become a fighter pilot or military pilot in general. NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:36 Introducing Maj Aaron Werner 06:50 Maj Werner's story 12:57 Active Duty, Reserve, and Guard 16:30 Military pilot training 20:28 A Fighter pilot's job 28:25 Application process to become a guard pilot 39:20 Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) 44:00 T-38 Performance 46:48 How the Air Force assigns you an aircraft type 51:36 Centrifuge / G-Force testing 59:13 Assigned aircraft training 1:01:44 How long to complete all pilot training 1:05:44 Fighter jet slot in your hometown 1:07:03 Best path to become a Fighter Pilot 1:09:55 How hard or how smart to you have to be to become a military pilot 1:16:00 Easiest route to be a military or Air Force Pilot 1:25:10 What's it like flying the F-16 1:29:09 The day-to-day of a military pilot 1:35:30 Maj Werner's job now managing aircraft 1:42:00 Are military fighter jet movies realistic 1:45:28 What advice do you for aspiring aviators

Karl emailed us asking about purchasing an airplane to complete his flight training instead of paying the very high aircraft rental costs in California. Mike and Sean break the pros, cons, and costs of this method using real world examples. ATP Flight School Episode: https://youtu.be/QNCOPvfjXIU NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:55 ATP Flight School Episode 05:54 Karl's Question 09:14 Why would some one want to buy an airplane to train in 10:28 Before you buy a plane 11:54 How much would an airplane cost 14:32 Sean's plane 17:18 Possible pitfalls 18:04 Instructor costs 19:10 Engine overhaul 20:14 Aircraft purchase price 23:29 Why NOT to buy an airplane 26:49 Other ways to make owning an airplane cheaper 30:00 Flying clubs 31:15 Take action & start training

This week Mike and Sean have a chat with Jahmal whom is currently enrolled at ATP Flight school in Denver. Jahmal has a great story to tell about his journey to become a professional pilot that I'm sure many will resonate with. ATP is the king of the big box accelerated training flight schools and this week we get into the nitty-gritty of how their program works from start to finish. Full financing with deferred payments, modern equipment in the cockpits, professional training with part 61 rules, locations all over the US, connections to get you a job at practically every regional airline, and most likely a guaranteed job before you're even half way through training... ATP is becoming the choice of many many future aviators and we break it all down in this episode with our fellow aviator guest Jahmal. Check out Jahmal's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@Jahmalthepilot/videos Check out ATP Flight School's site: https://atpflightschool.com/ NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:44 Meet our guest Jahmal 05:58 Jahmal discovers aviation 09:10 Random jobs to pay for Private Pilot Certificate 12:46 Job as a line guy 17:03 Networking at the airport 23:07 Out of college in need of a plan 28:36 Airport Operations job 30:29 Midland, Texas airport Ops 41:57 Freind introduces ATP Flight School 44:42 Intro to ATP Flight School 46:01 Cost of ATP 46:44 Financing Flight Training 48:30 Types of flight school financing 51:17 Steps to start ATP 53:13 Letting your CFI expire 55:12 ATP housing and locations 57:21 Picking Denver ATP location 1:00:18 Jahmal's current training status 1:02:30 FAA written tests 1:05:11 ATP's training techniques 1:08:02 Flying everyday! 1:10:29 Skipping college 1:14:47 DPE (Designated Pilot Examiner) shortage 1:16:01 Passing FAA written tests 1:17:36 Washing out of ATP Flight School 1:25:48 After CFI, then a job? 1:26:30 How long does ATP Flight Traing program take 1:28:45 Job with Spirit and other airlines before done with training 1:31:01 Jahmal's plan after training 1:35:49 Jahmal is a fan of the Pro-Pilot Playbook Podcast 1:38:01 Jahmal's advice to others just getting started

We have a couple of great questions this week from Josh and James concerning corporate pilot hiring minimums, ageism in the aviation industry, and Covid-19 vaccine requirements for pilots. NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:29 Mike gets "Sighted" again 05:00 James's question on the vax requirements for pilots 07:35 Joh's question on corporate pilot hiring minimums 11:10 Is the vax jab still required for airline or corporate pilots? 13:50 Does ageism exisit in hiring of airline pilots? 20:20 Minimum flight hours required to get hired as a corporate pilot 24:44 Hiring bonus for new hire regional airline pilots 26:15 Financing flight school to become a professional pilot 29:45 Being a pilot now simpler and easier than ever before in history 32:50 Take action and get to flight training

Delta Airlines, based in Atlanta, GA has had a 'Crappy' week. Just 4 days ago several passengers were injured after a Delta jet encountered turbulance sending 4 pax to the hospital. And yesterday a passenger lost control of their bowels while attempting to reach the lavatory on-board an Airbus 350 (A350) which had just departed ATL on it's way to Madrid Spain. The crew made the decision to divert the flight back to Atlanta on the grounds of a bio-hazard concern. The aircraft was cleaned and finally departed several hours later for Spain. NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Ripoffs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com https://www.insider.com/delta-flight-had-to-u-turn-after-passenger-suffered-diarrhea-2023-9 https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/atlanta-delta-diarrhea-biohazard-barcelona-emergency-landing https://nypost.com/2023/09/04/delta-flight-forced-into-emergency-landing-by-passengers-diarrhea/ https://www.tmz.com/2023/09/05/delta-airlines-diarrhea-emergency-landing-passenger-accident/ https://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta-airport-blog/diarrhea-through-the-airplane-prompts-delta-flight-to-turn-back/62A2Q73LUNDL7KURHC3KISQCWM/ https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/delta-flight-return-passenger-diarrhea-b2405214.html https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12477397/This-biohazard-issue-Delta-flight-Atlanta-Barcelona-forced-turn-passenger-suffered-horrific-bout-diarrhea-pilot-said-affected-way-plane.html https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-66716531 https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/us-delta-plane-atlanta-spain-emergency-landing-passenger-severe-diarrhea-2431367-2023-09-05 https://news.yahoo.com/atlanta-flight-forced-come-back-192154026.html   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 00:58 Delta Airlines in the news again 01:50 The Story from a pilot's perspective 02:42 ATC Audio from the Delta Pilot to Atlanta Center 06:15 Delta crews' decision to divert 07:28 Jet aircraft lavatories 09:10 Toilets in Private Jets 11:30 Wrap up

Mike and Sean dive into the unconventional move to fly part 121 freight and bypass the regional airlines. This episode has the potential to be one of our most popular yet! We will be returning to this topic in the near future with an interview from a 23 year old 767 freight pilot and a check airmen at one of these freight operators which are all hurting for pilots. NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to a valuable video containing critical information on flight taining that can save you $1,000's, maybe even $100,000's. We are giving away some of our exclusive content for free! MUST WATCH if you're in flight training or about to be. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:39 Sean's freight experience 03:52 Title meaning 07:06 Sean's freight adventures 09:16 Bypassing the 121 regional airlines 11:10 A single person's job 13:47 Flying on the back side of the clock 16:30 Downside to the 121 regional airline pilot jobs 20:10 www.airlinepilotcentral.com 22:31 FedEx vs. UPS pilot jobs 23:30 Regional airline vs. freight airline pay 24:39 Regionals and freight general comparison 28:25 Nice transistion to legacy 121 major airlines 30:17 Who the 121 freight operators are currently hiring for pilots 31:10 A major downside to flying freight 33:30 Wrap up- Take action!

Mike and Sean discuss in detail the many great side benefits to being a professional pilot that will enable you to travel cheaply and easily with your family during the unusual amount of time off from work that you will enjoy from either being an airline or corporate pilot. NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to a valuable video containing critical information on flight taining that can save you $1,000's, maybe even $100,000's. We are giving away some of our exclusive content for free! MUST WATCH if you're in flight training or about to be. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:49 Mike's trip to Chicago 08:05 Bringing family on trips 10:32 Part 121, part 135, part 91 12:44 Part 121 airline flight benefits (non-reving) 15:16 Jump seating 19:23 Corporate flight benefits 26:02 Hotel point 30:44 Maui, Hawaii fires 32:12 Beach on December 26 34:22 Earning hotel points as airline pilot 36:05 Hilton and Marriott hack 38:04 Rental cars 39:33 Uber and Lyft points 41:17 Discount for airport merchandise purchases 41:49 Known Crewmember TSA security line 42:25 Summary of episode 43:52 Take action on your aviation career

The amazing story of retired Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer Chris Fisher's journey to become a professional pilot using VA GI Bill benefits at the age of 42. Chris is The Guardian in real life! This will surely be one of our most popular episodes, as it contains so much great information on using military benefits to obtain your pilot certificates and ratings. NEW!!! DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to a valuable video containing critical information on flight taining that can save you $1,000's, maybe even $100,000's. We are giving away some of our exclusive content for free! MUST WATCH if you're in flight training or about to be. Here's some links to the news stories we were referencing in this video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NK1xeXkQRMM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnih2FX3y_4 https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/how-to-use-benefits/flight-training/ If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:55 Chris Fisher introduction 03:40 Age thing 04:17 Chris's background story 05:55 Chris Fisher's first flight 06:47 Enlisted in Coast Guard to become a San Diego Fire Fighter 08:41 Fisher/Fischer from The Guardian movie? 12:39 Stolen boat story about rescue swimmer video 16:40 Just retired from the military 18:44 G.I. Bill flight benefits 21:00 Key to using the GI bill for flight training 27:50 Chris's total cost for flight training 33:51 Flight instructor in Arizona 34:50 Army helicopter pilot without being an officer 39:14 Career in the military- 20years 41:30 Flight training while in the military 46:28 Chris's future plans 48:45 Jet Blue Airline pilot 53:22 Chris's advice to aspiring pilots 55:12 Chris's contact info 56:32 Wrap up - TAKE ACTION

Mike and Sean provide some professional insight into the recent back to back news stories of Delta Airlines and United Airlines damaging aircraft and injuring passengers from alleged hard landings. Is there any link to these recent incidents and the pilot shortage? Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the Pro-Pilot Playbook course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:06 Funny news story 02:38 United 03:48 Hard landings 05:19 Nose wheel landings 09:01 Airline training with passengers onboard 10:29 Trailing link landing gear 12:49 Smooth landings 14:43 Delta 17:12 Travis Barker accident 18:40 Aircraft tires 19:58 Delta story continued 20:21 Caused by the pilot shortage? 21:32 Stress on aviation industry 27:40 Take action

Mike and Sean answer an important question from Cody in this episode. This is critical information for those of you that are concerned about relocating for your dream of being a pilot. Commuting as being both an Airline Pilot and a Corporate Pilot are discussed in detail. Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the Pro-Pilot Playbook course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:58 Cody's email 03:59 Airline perspective 05:24 Jump seat 06:08 Being on reserve 15:10 Corporate perspective 18:07 Live anywhere as a pilot 22:22 Program description 24:01 What we're working on

Follower question this week from Tuan about whether home flight simulator games offer any actual help with flight training. With the growing popularity of amazing programs like Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane, and DCS World this is a great question that has come a few times the last couple of years. Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the Pro-Pilot Playbook course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 00:59 Follower email from Tuan 03:10 Sean's home flight simulator rig 04:19 Professional flight simulators used for pilot certification 07:02 Mike's flight simulator story 08:36 Flight school simulators 11:57 Home flight simulators 15:44 Why flight simulator games could help 16:13 ForeFlight flight planning software 21:16 Tips to get the most out of home flight simulator games 22:10 Does Sean actually ever work? 22:59 Where is Mike at this week? 26:03 Oculus with Microsoft Flight Simulator 29:25 Wrap up

This is the second video in our "Pro-Guest" series and is a follow up to our most popular episode to date. Our good friend Jordan sat down to talk to us and share the details of his career journey. We know you'll find Jordan's story packed with valuable information no matter what phase of flight training you're at. Skipping a job as a CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor) is a huge part of getting to be professional airline / jet pilot as fast and as cheap as possible. Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the Pro-Pilot Playbook course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin Original epidose on skipping being a CFI: https://youtu.be/13hhKSBUZu8 If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:47 Meet Jordan 03:29 Jordan starts his story 04:27 Initial Private Pilot Cert in a helicopter 08:33 Jordan's Current Situation 09:50 Networking as a line guy 11:35 Mike has another "Sighting" 13:07 Rotor to fixed wing 15:03 Still get your CFI 18:23 Skipping the CFI job 23:13 Jordan gets an UPGRADE 24:24 Jordan's current lifestyle 29:53 Scared in a plane? 33:33 Jordan's advice for people pursuing an aviation career 35:20 Wrap up

We made this episode to clear up some common confusion around pilot certification, especially for those of you who are just starting out. Mike and Sean discuss pilot certificates, ratings, and type ratings in jets.  We cover every step of your pilot training including the details required to obtain each level of Airplane Pilot Licenses to start your career as a professional pilot. Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin Skip being a CFI episode: https://youtu.be/13hhKSBUZu8 If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:10 Low visibility approach in Chicago due to Canada fire smoke 04:06 Pilot's License, it's not just one license 05:05 Student pilot 06:57 Recreation pilot certificate 09:18 Sport pilot certificate 11:21 instrument rating 12:06 Private pilot certificate 14:28 Commercial pilot certificate 16:04 Complex airplane vs TAA airplane 17:27 Multi engine airplane rating 18:54 Airline transport pilot ATP 19:36 Skip being a CFI 20:03 What jobs can you do with your commercial pilot certificate 22:18 What is a type rating 26:11 How do I get a type ratingon my pilots license 28:15 Simulator training in a jet for a FAA pilot type rating 31:08 Be a professional pilot faster & cheaper

Our first guest interview episode!  Porsha Lippincott has an amazing story to tell about her journey from being homeless living in a box and garbage dumpster to becoming an A&P aircraft mechanic.  Her story is truely inspiring even if you're not interested in aviation.  We're very greateful Porsha agreed to have a chat with us and we couldn't imagine a better guest to have on the podcast. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:19 Porsha Lippincott Introduction 03:41 Porsha starts her story 05:19 Living in a box 10:20 Forced to be a mechanic 15:32 Employment journey 18:03 Aircraft mechanic 22:21 What is an A&P? 24:47 A job offer 26:08 Jet mechanic shortage 29:52 Porsha's current job 30:49 Becoming an instructor 35:45 Working with men 39:08 Porsha's story summary 40:16 Porsha's mindset 41:17 Fight with a raccoon 43:03 What's next for Porsha 45:22 Toby Keith- How Do You Like Me Now? 48:00 Oklahoma Horizon TV news video impact 50:47 Inovation on the job 52:44 A&P salary 53:40 Bachelors in engineering too! 54:50 Perfect story for our listeners 56:12 Finding a program for you 58:57 Porsha takes some flight training 1:01:22 Mechanics & Pilots 1:02:53 Wrap up    

This is one of the most common questions any pilot, professional or not, gets asked. We had fun with this episode telling some of our own real world stories and how we handle answering that question when asked at this point in our careers. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:43 Flight training in Hawaii 04:10 Renting a plane 05:49 Airlining to Hawaii 08:48 The Scary Subject 10:12 Sean's scary story 11:36 Training story 14:50 Icing on airplanes 15:37 Mike's scary story 24:46 Experience 25:06 Sean's scary story 2 31:20 Mike's follow-up 33:40 Simulator training 35:51 Final answer on being scared 37:20 Wrap up

Our 50th episode! We drop the info about what options are available for side work or business you can start with the amount of down time you have as a pilot. With over 50 years of combined experience in aviation, Mike and Sean relay some of the side hustles that they have seen pilots participate in over the years. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin   CHAPTERS: 00:00 50th Episode 01:19 Intro 04:32 Aviation side hustles 08:52 Non=aviation side hustles 20:34 Second careers 22:02 Part time pilot 24:20 Still work less than other people 25:30 Maintain priorities 27:47 Volunteer work 31:10 Working on the road 37:07 Wrap up

Mike and Sean talk about the good, bad, and ugly of single pilot operation of jet aircraft. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:24 Updates 04:53 Accident Breakdown 10:52 Payne Stewart 17:33 Single Pilot Ops 17:23 Medical history 18:50 Single Pilot Type Rating 23:42 Future of Single Pilot Operations 27:02 Huge Opportunity 39:18 Washington D.C. Airspace 40:05 Wrap up

Mike and Sean have a bit of fun in this episode talking about some of the legitimate and some not so legitimate reasons for someone quitting flight training or not pursuing the career of a professional pilot. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 04:15 Legal 07:40 Attention to detail 09:40 Money 10:35 Work hours 17:23 Medical history 19:25 Knowing your limitations 22:15 Student story 25:40 Instructor problems 27:40 Being dynamic 30:15 Lunken Line Guy 33:10 Listener interation 34:09 Wrap up

This episode is a bit of a mix of current events and a listener question.  This week's question comes from Zach, whom wants to know the likelyhood of paying back the debt created from flight training if he's not starting this career path till he's 40 years old.  Thank you for the great question Zach! If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Update 05:08 American Airline's New Contract 06:19 Zach's Question 09:13 New AA Pay 14:31 Technical Answer to Zach's Question 19:04 Aviation Industry Wide Pay 21:17 Airline Hiring Process Changes 23:16 Wrap Up

This week's question comes from Max, whom wants to know the process for upgrading at a corporate operator. Mike and Sean breakdown the upgrade process (becoming a Captain) at both corporate and airline operators. Thank you for the great question Max! If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 1:26 What's an Instrument Rating 2:23 Max's Question 3:00 Airline Upgrades 6:10 Corporate Upgrades 12:48 Do airlines hire captains off the street 21:23 Wrap Up

After going through the many emails we get from our listeners we found that a good portion of them involve questions on the topics within this episode. Flow-through at the airlines, college requirements, pilot medical exams, startings training, corporate pilot jobs compared to the airlines, and much more is discussed in this episode. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 2:37 Sean's Update 6:22 Mike's Update 11:50 FAQ Introduction 12:45 Flow-through and College Requirements 17:18 Pilot Medicals Exams 22:30 How Do I Start Training 24:15 Corporate vs. Airlines 26:55 Microphones in Podcast 28:08 Wrap Up

We received a couple of questions on this topic.  In this episode we answer Eugene and Nick's questions on what it means to be a contract pilot and how to find contract jobs. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you. Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro and Update 2:16 What is a Contract Pilot? 7:00 Question 1 from Eugene 13:30 Finding contract jobs 20:34 Pilatus Jet (PC-24) 23:20 Question 2 from Nick 26:19 Final thoughts on doing contract pilot work