Aviation Careers Podcast
Episodes
ACP149 Tips For High-Income Pilots Part 2 – Saving Smart
07 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we continue our a new series titled “Tips for high-Income Pilots. This series will eventually be an online video course. As a remin...
ACP148 Life Of A Medfly Pilot with Sean Edwards
31 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard of a Medfly pilot? Building flight time towards becoming an airline means flight instructing for most pilots. A unique way to not ...
ACP147 Building Hours As A Flight Instructor, Color Blindness, and More.
24 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
At Aviation Careers Podcast we receive many questions about building hours as a Flight Instructor. We also get questions about how to get over the hur...
ACP146 Tips For High Income Pilots Part 1
17 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we start a new series called five tips for high Income Pilots. This series will eventually be an online video course. This podcast pre...
ACP145 CFI Schools, Changing Careers, and Are Low Minimums A Red Flag?
10 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Career Podcast. In this episode we answer your questions regarding CFI schools, ...
ACP144 Confidence In Your Aviation Career and Flying Freight To Build Hours
26 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss flying freight to build hours, ab-initio programs amidst the pilot shortage, and having confidence in your aviation career...
ACP143 Logbook questions, Challenges of Living on the Road, and When Do I make Six Figures?
19 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent podcast about all aviation careers. Today I will be discussing questions from listeners i...
ACP142 Should You Sign A Long Term Contract As A Flight Instructor and More Questions Answered
12 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Inspirational, Informational, and Transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. Today Robert Guyer Joins me to Answer your questions, including...
ACP141 The Podcast Is Moving To Lakeland, Florida
05 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Podcast Is Moving To Lakeland, Florida! When choosing a career and where you want to live there are many factors you must consider. Some want to b...
ACP140 Accelerated Flight Schools with Dan Freeman
25 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today I have with me a special guest, Dan Freeman of the Accele...
ACP139 What Is An Aircraft Dispatcher? with Michael Karrels
15 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that an aircraft dispatcher shares fifty percent of the operational control of a flight with a captain? A career as an aircraft dispatche...
ACP138 Strategies For Pilots To Build Significant Wealth
08 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In This episode we talk with co-host and author of Million-Air, Strategies For Pilots To Build Significant Wealth. In his book, you will learn tested ...
ACP137 From Flight Attendant To Airline Pilot : A Pilot’s Journey
01 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
At least once a week I am asked by a flight attendant how they can become an airline pilot. To help understand the journey from Flight Attendant to Ai...
ACP136 Overcome Challenges in Your Life and Career with Janine Shepherd
24 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today I have a special guest who has overcome challenges both physical and financial in her life. Janine Shepherd is the author of Defiant : A Broken ...
ACP135 VA Benefits Clarified and Questions Answered With Eric Crump
17 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we answer your questions. Joining me today is Eric Crump, Aerospace Director of Polk State College and all round good guy. Welcome to ...
ACP134 Flow Through Agreements and Transitioning to a Piloting Career with Robert Guyer
10 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have questions about “In this episode we answer your questions with Robert Guyer, 737 Pilot and former recruiter and check airman at ExpressJ...
ACP133 Aviation Photography with David Rodwell
03 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Aviation Photography is an exciting and evolving part of the Aviation Community. Welcome to the podcast where we inspire you to follow your dream and ...
ACP132 Why Disability Insurance Is Unique and Important For Airline Pilots
27 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today I want to talk about a sometimes uncomfortable topic, which is disability insurance. It has happened to me and I’m sure it has happened to som...
ACP131 Dealing with Setbacks with Lenny Primak
20 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by Lenny Primak to Help answer a listener mail and to discuss setbacks in your life and career. Lenny has some inspiration...
ACP130 From Zero to Hero and Job opportunities for UAV Pilots
13 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk to Nate Tennant, a fan of the podcast who did the “Zero to Hero” program from All ATP. Nate is a 26 year old CFI, MEI, CFI...
ACP129 Finances and Your Airline Career
06 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the podcast where we inspire and educate you on moving forward in your career and your life. One of the most important and many times undis...
ACP128 Military Pilot Who Has Not Flown In Many Years, Changing Careers, And more listener mail
27 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 128! Eric Crump joins me today to discuss your questions including a military pilot who has not flown in many years, changing caree...
ACP127 Don’t let a setback stop you from moving forward in your career
20 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 127 we discuss how to keep moving forward in your life and career even when faced with a setback and answer your questions. I’m joined ag...
ACP126 No Degree No Problem?
13 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Tom Wachowski of the Private Jet Podcast joins me to discuss the costs of owning an aircraft, and to answer our listeners questions in...
ACP125 Drone Pilot Careers with Jon Rupprecht
06 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking of becoming a drone pilot? Want to know what opportunities are available in this new and exciting field of aviation? Want to know the future ...
ACP124 I Have a six figure salary but now want to change careers
27 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 124 we discuss leaving a six-figure salary for an airline job, shout outs, our new weekly show, and your questions answered. Announcements:...
ACP123 What Specialized Training Does An Airline Pilot Receive And Your Questions Answered
22 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode! We are trying a new format, which is shorter and should lead to more episodes. Today we have questions about GI benefits, bu...
ACP122 Why Pilot Salaries Don’t Coincide With A Shortage Of Pilots
08 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you learned anything about basic economics, you will understand the concept of “supply and demand.” When something is in short supply, the pric...
ACP121 – Organization Of Black Aerospace Professionals, The Coast Guard, and ExpressJet Airlines with Goliath Demisie.
22 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the show where we inspire you to follow your dream. I am your host Carl Valeri and joining me today is someone who has had an exciting care...
ACP120 Should You Become A Banner Tow Pilot? with Joe Myers of Aerial Banners Inc.
12 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The new ATP requirements have increased the hours to 1500 for most to be able to apply for an airline job. But how do you build the hours? You can ...
ACP119 Veteran Flight Training Benefits – Can I Have Children and Pursue An Aviation Career?
22 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 119 we answer listener mail. We have some great information on using VA benefits for aviation training and advice on accelerated versus non...
ACP118 How do I Decide What to Do in Life?
09 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 118 of the podcast that answers your questions about aviation careers and helps you take that next step to that rewarding career! T...
ACP117 What Is The Difference Between a Legacy and a Major Airline?
21 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Carl and Eric Crump are back for another great question and answer episode! This show features answers to questions from our listeners, including ab...
ACP116 Aero Crew News Craig Pieper and Central Florida Aerospace Academy
07 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have two interviews. The first with Craig Pieper the Editor in Chief and Founder of Aero Crew News. And the second interview is wit...
ACP115 I Never Believed Being A Pilot Was Something I Could Do!
22 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 115 of the show that answers your questions, motivates you to follow your dream, and pursue an exciting aviation career! Carl is jo...
ACP114 How Do Failed Check Rides Affect Employment?
02 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we focus on the question how do failed check rides affect employment? Eric Crump joins me today to answer this and more aviation c...
ACP113 So You Want to Work in Aviation with Jennifer Adams
15 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 113! There are many jobs in aviation and some will surprise you. Today I am joined by Paul Grieco and special guest Jennifer Adams...
ACP112 How Does Bidding For Flights Work? Should I Own A Plane To Build Time?
22 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we will read e-mails and answer questions including “How does bidding for flights work? and Should I own a plane to build time?”. ...
ACP111 “The Valeri Effect” and How to Pick the Right Regional
07 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 111! Carl Valeri and Co-Host Paul Grieco discuss a number of questions from listeners including preparing for training and how to...
ACP110 Is Turbine Time or Total Time Better For The Regionals?
22 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of Aviation Careers Podcast, where we answer your questions about all aspects of careers in Aviation and Aerospace! Announceme...
ACP109 Air Force Loadmaster To Professional Pilot
08 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have a special guest who is transitioning from an Air Force loadmaster to professional pilot. Larry Unger is truly an inspiration. If you are...
ACP108 From Russia With Lenny – Changing Country and Careers
20 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the podcast where we inspire you to pursue your career goals and give you an inside look at many aviation careers. Today we have a special ...
ACP107 Be clear on what you want your career lifestyle to look like
08 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another question and answer show of Aviation Careers Podcast! Tonight I am joined by Eric Crump and Paul Grieco to tackle your questions ab...
ACP106 Working Towards Your New Career While Supporitng a Family
22 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 106 of the podcast where we help you move toward your career goal. Hearing your stories of achieving your career goal keeps us moti...
ACP105 Are You Too Old To Fly?
31 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 105 of the podcast where we inspire you to achieve your career goals and live your dream by following your passion and doing a job ...
ACP104 Making a Good Job Great
27 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Making a Good Job Great! Welcome to Episode 104 of the podcast where we give you an inside look at the various aerospace careers and inspire you to mo...
ACP103 Regionals are Hiring Are You Prepared?
06 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 103 of the podcast where we give you an inside look at all aviation and aerospace careers. Unless you have been hiding under a rock...
ACP102 The Importance of Airline and Flight school Partnerships
25 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When you investigate flight schools or colleges with aviation programs, you will probably see or be given a list of partnerships the school has with v...
ACP101 Red-eye Flying
20 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the show! We have been unintentionally off for a few weeks. I was doing some red-eye flying which pays a bit more but doesn’t al...
ACP100 – Agricultural Flying Careers
10 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 100 of the podcast where we take you inside the many careers in aviation. Today we will take you inside agricultural flying career...
ACP099 – Recurrent Training. Living on starting pay, and Flying During the Holidays.
27 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 99 of the podcast where we give you an inside look at many aerospace careers and help you achieve your career goals. Joining me tod...
ACP098 What Is The Best Type Of Turbine Time?
12 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
What is the best type of turbine time on your path to the majors? Welcome To Episode 98. We will answer this and many more questions in another episod...
ACP097 Too old to fly? Will an Additional Degree Help Your Pilot Career?
05 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Are you too old to fly? Will an additional degree help you with your piloting career? What direction should you take in your training? These questio...
ACP096 Air Ambulance Helicopter Pilot Sal Fragoso
30 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
When someone is injured and in need of assistance, the first thing many people think of is an ambulance to rush them to the airport. What happens whe...
ACP095 What is Ab Initio Flight Training?
21 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We recently received a number of listener questions asking “what is Ab Initio flight training?” Ab Initio is normally used by carriers outside...
ACP094 ExpressJet Airlines Pilot Interview
15 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking of becoming an airline pilot? Most pilots will work for a regional airline before moving onto the majors. Which regional should you work for?...
ACP093 How To Become a Flight Nurse With Paul Grieco RN
08 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
I was stuck in traffic on route 80 in New Jersey thinking: “why aren’t we moving?” Then in the distance I could hear the sound of a helicopter a...
ACP092 How to Become a Commercial Helicopter Pilot with Pam Landis of Ocean Helicopters
02 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Many times I dreamed of hovering above the Earth looking down upon my home, where I went to school, or simply watching dolphins play in the azure w...
ACP091 How To Avoid Complacency In Your Career
22 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
I am concerned about the current pilot shortage, or should I say lack of qualified pilots available for hire. This is the only industry we can’t cal...
ACP090 – What Pilots Eat While Flying and Career Questions Answered
08 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what pilots eat while flying? Confused as to which flight school to use for your training? We have answers and more in this episode of Avi...
ACP089 A Creative Approach To Surviving An Aviation Downturn
22 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 89. My guest today is Chris Pezalla. Chris passion for aviation started at a young age with him obtaining a commercial pilot certif...
ACP088 Carl’s Theory of Negativity and How to Stay Positive
08 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 88. I’m here with Tom Wachowski and Eric Crump to discuss how you can stay positive when all you hear is negativity. I encourage ...
ACP087 Drones and Your Aviation Career
22 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Is a career flying, fixing, or supporting drones in your career future? Today I am joined by Ryan Wallace from Polk State College to discuss the caree...
ACP086 Social Media and Your Career
23 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a social media policy for your career? Welcome to the podcast where we inform, motivate, and give you an inside look at the many aviation ...
ACP085 Restarting Your Airline Career with Travis Watson
08 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 85. I speak with many pilots who have left the airlines for various reasons including work schedule, layoffs, furloughs, and the lo...
ACP084 Pilots On Food Stamps with Ben Mandell
22 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 84. The goal of this podcast is to inform, entertain, and motivate you to achieve your career goal. We to bring you the viewpoint o...
ACP083 – Aerospace Scholarships – There Is Money Out There For You!
08 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 83 where we discuss obtaining money for training through scholarships. Announcements: Aerospace Scholarships 2015 is available as a...
ACP082-Avoiding A 2 Million Dollar Mistake In Your Pilot Career
21 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 82 Avoiding A 2 Million Dollar Mistake In Your Pilot Career In This episode we discuss: Kennedy Space Center Inspires Aerospace Car...
ACP081-Making a Living as a Flight Instructor and Listener Mail
08 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 81. Today wa have some very interesting listener mail and to help me review the mail and answer your questions I have not one but t...
ACP080 – Overseas Flying with Ed Abraham
22 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 80. Many of you are interested in working overseas because you heard foreign pilots are paid well. Today I have with me someone who...
ACP079 – Burn Out, Scholarships, and Moving Your Aviation Career Forward
10 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We are back after a brief delay. Thank you so much for your kind thoughts and prayers. In this episode I have a bunch of listener email to answer copi...
ACP078 – Mission Aviation Fellowship with Ron Hilbrands
13 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 78. Aviation is a challenging and rewarding career. Some want to fly for the airlines and others seek a challenging flying environm...
ACP077 – Planning Your Piloting Career with Angie Marshall of Cage Marshall Consulting
28 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 77. The path towards an airline piloting career can be varied depending on your personal circumstances and the choices you make in ...
ACP076 – Sky Dive Pilot Dennis Downing
09 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 76. I have received many questions regarding the career of skydive pilot so we thought we would dedicate this episode to the job of...
ACP075 – Questions from a College Grad, the CTP Requirement, Pilot Shortage, PRIA Requests, and More
28 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
This week I have another great episode of listener email with my good friend, Flight Instructor, and Aerospace Director at Polk State College Eric Cru...
ACP074 – How To Win A Scholarship with Administrator Mark Ducorsky
11 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Today you will get an inside view into the scholarship process. We created the Aerospace Scholarships Guide because many of you wanted to know how to ...
ACP073 – Aviation Safety and Claims Manager Dr. Benjamin Goodheart
30 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 73 of the podcast where we give you an inside view of various aviation careers. Some of you have written this show asking me to int...
ACP072- Airline Interview Preparation with Judy Tarver
18 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
One of the hardest parts about getting a new job is not always finding the job, but getting through the interview. It can be scary, nerve racking, and...
ACP071- Live From The National Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition 2014
02 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
National Business Aviation Association Convention in Orlando, Florida. I interviewed schools about their programs and employers in different segments ...
ACP070 – Will The Regionals Hire A Pilot Over 50, Is It Too Late To Start Flying At 28, Mission Flying, and More Listener Mail
21 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I catch up on some of the great questions and comments sent in by listeners. Below are the questions as well as links I reference duri...
ACP069 – How To Prepare For Flight School and Flying Over Sixty
04 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have another Question and Answer Session with Tom Wachowski. Some of the things we cover are preparing for flight school and flying over ...
ACP068 – Flying In China With Boeing 737 Captain Doug Ward
19 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
With the growth of travel and aviation in China there is an increase in the number of piloting jobs. We have received many e-mails from listeners aski...
ACP067 – Bush Flying as a Mission Pilot : The Real Story with Brian Pottinger
05 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
When we watch movies and television the life of a bush pilot seems glorious. I envision a bush pilot swooping down from the heavens above to provide e...
ACP066 – US Army Aviation and Military “Low Flyers”
22 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The job of helicopter pilot (low flyer) is exciting, rewarding, and of great benefit to our society. I have had a long interest in flying helicopters ...
ACP065 – How to Become an Airline Check Airman with Robert Guyer
08 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us dream of flying for the airlines as an airline Captain and have a passion for teaching. There is a job that fulfills both your dream of bec...
ACP064 – Military Aviation Photographer Jose Fuji Ramos
25 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The warm amber light slowly pours over a sleepy little town like maple syrup. As I climb out of one thousand feet I wish I can’t stop thinking how I...
ACP063 – Private and Corporate Aviation
10 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome back one of our repeat guests Tom Wachowski to discuss Corporate Aviation, flying aircraft owned by private companies to transpor...
ACP062 – Aviation Writing And Listener Mail with Jamie Beckett
27 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s show was originally intended to simply be a Q&A session with my friend and fellow pilot Jamie Beckett, but as a bonus we started talking...
How To Apply For A Federal Job ACP061
13 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
With the growth in the number of federal job openings related to aviation you might want to satisfy your passion for aviation and serve your country ...
How To Become A Corporate Flight Attendant with Mary Lou Gallagher of Beyond And Above – ACP060
06 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the podcast where we give you an inside look at the many careers in aviation. One of the more exciting jobs is that of corporate or private...
ACP059 – How To Become An Aviation Journalist with Ian Twombly of Flight Training Magazine
23 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Can you combine your passion for aviation with your passion for writing? The person I have with me today says yes. If you have listened to this show f...
ACP058 – Surround Yourself With Positive People
16 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a question and answer episode with Tom Wachowski. We have many interesting questions and comments from listeners. If you want your question...
ACP057 – International Airline Pilot and Mom – Karlene Petitt
09 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Can you have a successful flying career and a family life? Are you concerned you will not have time to enjoy your family and fly the world as an inter...
ACP056 – Quality Family Life As An Airline Pilot? Single Engine time versus Multi Engine Time.
02 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
This episode Eric Crump and I answer questions and discuss listener mail. If you have a question you want answered in an upcoming episode please send ...
ACP055 – The Career Flight Instructor – Jason Miller and The Finer Points of Flying
25 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
For the majority of pilots looking towards a career in aviation the purpose of becoming a flight instructor is to build flight time. The position of f...
ACP054 – A320 Captain and Alaska Bush Pilot – Cap’n Aux
18 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
I am excited to have with me someone who is truly passionate about aviation and will be able to help answer many of your questions concerning various ...
ACP053 – The Successful Job Fair – An Applicant’s Guide
11 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We are back from Sun N Fun and had a wonderful time. One thing I am very excited about is the ability to participate in the first annual Job Fair. I s...
ACP052 – Bridging the Gap, Exploring the 727 at Sun N Fun, and Moving Forward With Your Career.
28 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Carl and Eric talk about bridging the gap from low time to airline pilot. Additionally, we have encouraging stories from pilots who have taken the nex...
ACP051 – Air Traffic Control, Air Force Academy, Working For The FAA, and Part Time Flight Instructing with Russ Roslewski
14 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know what it is like to work in the Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller or manager? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to design ...
ACP050 – The Truth About The Pilot Shortage
07 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we answer one question: What is the truth about the pilot shortage? We Discuss: Taking politics out of the pilot shortage equation. Th...