Aviation Mentors
Episodes
S01E17: Aerial Firefighting with Ryan Elssmann
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how those big red firefighting planes get up in the air?In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Elssmann, a firefighting pilot who tells ...
S01E16: Am I Too Young to Fly?
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Aviation Mentors, we're joined by Brandon's 11-year-old son Austin, who happens to be a young pilot with a lot of experience alread...
S01E15: The Coolest Airplanes We've Flown and Seen
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Carson are back! This time they're talking about the coolest airplanes they've seen and flown in. From private planes to seaplanes, they'v...
S01E14: Communicating with ATC
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Aviation Mentors, we're getting into the Halloween spirit by talking about the fear of communicating on the radio to ATC, and how to over...
S01E13: What to Check Before You Fly
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you REALLY ready for takeoff? Before a pilot can take to the skies, there are a few safety measures that need to be completed.Join us as we explor...
S01E12: Hurdles to Flight Training – from Zero to Hero
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Aviation Mentor, Brandon talks about his journey from not knowing anything about flying to becoming a Flight Instructor. If you're ...
S01E11: 21-year-old Airline Transport Pilot
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Brandon and Carson talk to 21-year-old Airline Transport Pilot Matthew Keenan. Yes, you read that right. He's 21 years old and now an ATP...
S01E10: Logbook Memories
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This Aviation Mentors podcast episode features Brandon and Carson as they share their favorite logbook memories, from their memorable fun flights to t...
S01E09: What It's Like Being a Commercial Pilot
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Aviation Mentors podcast, Brandon and Carson sat down with a great friend and colleague named Chris Cerillo.Chris shared about ...
S01E08: 15 Things To Do as a Private Pilot (Part 2)
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The big question on every new pilot's mind: "What should I do next? What happens after I become certified to fly?"In this two-part episode series of A...
S01E07: 15 Things To Do as a Private Pilot (Part 1)
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The big question on every new pilot's mind: "What should I do next? What happens after I become certified to fly?"In this two-part episode series of A...
S01E06: A&P Mechanic - Experiences in Aviation
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Aviators Mentors Podcast, Richard Fornaca shares his experience working as an A&P Mechanic and an Inspection Authorization (IA)...
S01E05: What's In your Flight Bag
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most important things you'll need for your flight training is a flight bag... and one thing for sure, not all flight bags are created equal...
S01E04: Flight Instructor's Journey
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the AviationMentors podcast, we sit down and chat with Cory, a certified flight instructor on his inspirational journey on h...
S01E03: Why We Fly
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What motivates someone to become a pilot? Why do we fly?In this episode of The Aviation Mentors, Carson and Brandon share what compelled them to pursu...
S01E02: Overcoming Fears in the Cockpit
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had fears in the cockpit? Have you ever wondered how to overcome them?In this episode of the Aviation Mentors, Brandon and Carson share ...
S0101: The First Solo Flight Makes You A Pilot
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
First solo flight is an exciting milestone for a student pilot, but it can also be a little nerve-wracking. Join Carson and Brandon as they share with...