Category Archives: Careers

ACP284 Why Some Airline Crew Members’ Income Increases During A Downturn.

June 22, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

Airline Crew Members' Income Increases During A Downturn

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today I help you understand why some airline crew members’ incomes increase during a downturn.

Before we begin a few announcements.

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Do you have questions, comments, inspirational stories? Please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com . Also, search our previous episodes by typing in your question or topic in the search bar in the right-hand column. You can also search our extensive past episodes page.

The current online scholarships guide includes 38 new scholarships and 10 updates, a new index, and a new “Scholarships for Adults” category. To find out more visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

https://www.airraceclassic.org/

Proud sponsor of the Women’s Air Race Classic 2020. This is the only women’s air race in the United States.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

For those crewmembers that remain after furlough and downsizing there are many opportunities to increase your income.
Less pilots flying more hours.
Income Overrides.
More Holiday Pay.
Working more days.
Deadhead.
Picking up more trips.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.airraceclassic.org/

Air Show, Airline Pilot, Aviator, Careers, Podcast

ACP279 Airshow and Airline Pilot Patrick McAlee

May 29, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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Airshow and Airline pilot Patrick McAlee

ACP279 Airshow and Airline Pilot Patrick McAlee. Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Joining us today is an inspirational airshow and airline pilot Patrick Mcalee.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

At AviationCareersPodcast.com You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various courses online. Don’t forget to use the coupon code “payitforward”, all one word. Through the generosity of others you may receive the scholarships guide for free.

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by contributing to giving away a free scholarships guide please click on Patron. For as little as $1 a month you can make a huge impact in someone’s life and career. For every $10 we raise from patrons of the podcast we give away one scholarship guide. Please visit https://www.patreon.com/ValeriAviation

The current online scholarships guide includes 64 new scholarships, 6 updates, and a new “Scholarships for Adults” category. To find out more visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Our latest video:

YouTube

In This Episode We Discuss:

Patrick’s Unique path to the cockpit.
How is passion for aviation developed?
What is a lifestyle job?
Why you should never give up on your dreams.
His airshow life.
His airline life.
Why giving back to the community is important.
Advice for aspiring aviators.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://patrickmcaleeairshows.com

https://twitter.com/ExtremeFlight45

https://www.facebook.com/extremeflight45

https://www.instagram.com/extremeflight/

Careers, COVID-19, Podcast, Wayman Aviation Academy

ACP278 Changing Lives Through Aviation with Wayman Aviation Academy

May 25, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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Wayman Aviation Academy

ACP278 Changing Lives Through Aviation with Wayman Aviation Academy. Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss how one flight school is changing lives through aviation even during the Covid-19 crisis. Joining me today is Wayman Aviation Academy’s Wayman Eddy.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by contributing to giving away a free scholarships guide please click on Patron. For as little as $1 a month you can make a huge impact on someone’s life and career. For every $10 we raise from patrons of the podcast we give away one scholarship guide. Please visit https://www.patreon.com/ValeriAviation

The current online scholarships guide includes 32 new scholarships, 18 updates, and a new “Scholarships for Adults” category. To find out more visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Our latest video:

What Is A Furlough?

In This Episode We Discuss:

Welcome to the podcast, Wayman Eddy.
History of Wayman Aviation
What is Wayman Aviation Academy?
What you are doing during the Covid-19 Crisis.
What can we expect in the future for flight training?
Why listeners should not give up on your dream of a career in aviation.
Closing thoughts.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://wayman.net

Interview from Day four of Sun N Fun. Cynthia Ferguson discusses the Diesel 172:

http://stuckmicavcast.com/podcast/smac174-sun-n-fun-2018-day-4/

Airline Industry, Careers, COVID-19, Furlough, Podcast

ACP277 How to best prepare for a career in aerospace and aviation following a crisis.

May 22, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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How to best prepare for a career in aerospace and aviation following a crisis.

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss the airline industry from a workforce perspective during the Covid-19 crisis.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by contributing to giving away a free scholarships guide please click on Patron. For as little as $1 a month you can make a huge impact on someone’s life and career. For every $10 we raise from patrons of the podcast we give away one scholarship guide. Please visit https://www.patreon.com/ValeriAviation

Today we have a special guest, Arpad Szakal from London, UK. Arpad, an aviation lawyer by training, leads the Aviation & Aerospace practice at private executive search & assessment firm Cellence Plus based in London, UK.

Cellence Plus advises on organizational issues such as:

Executive Search
Leadership & Board Assessment
Succession Planning
Diversity Inclusion Strategy

Arpad conducts senior-level engagements for clients globally across the aviation and wider transportation & infrastructure sectors. He advises international clients on senior-level succession planning and all aspects of diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement.

Prior to his career in executive search, Arpad worked at the Aviation Departments of two leading international law firms in London where he handled various EU regulatory matters including passenger rights.

Arpad regularly speaks at events and conferences on a host of Diversity & Inclusion topics including unconscious bias and gender equality.

He is an active member of The Aviation Club of The UK, the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), and the Air League. Together with the Royal Aeronautical Society’s Careers & Employability Team, he is hosting a webinar series, one aimed at early careers & young professionals (scheduled for Wednesday, 6th May) and another one focused on seasoned industry executives.

Welcome to the show Arpad!

Our latest video:

What Is A Furlough?

How Long Do Furloughs Last?

In This Episode We Discuss:

Overview of what is happening in the industry from a workforce (both from a “flying personnel” and “office-based” roles standpoint
What Is the difference between “furlough” and “laid off”?
Carl Valeri – over a decade supporting furloughed pilots for the Airline Pilots Association. First apprentice member to be assigned to this committee.
What to do if you get furloughed or laid off now? Practical tips
How do you reinvent yourself as a seasoned industry executive
How do you get into the industry as a young professional? Is a career in civil aviation still a viable option?
What parts of the aviation & aerospace industry are still active? Where are the opportunities (sustainable aviation, urban air mobility, etc?)
What are the key employability skills that aerospace employers are looking for in potential candidates?
Why should you have a portfolio career & and how do you develop one?
How to manage the emotional roller coaster of a job search?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp264-furlough-explained/

YouTube: What Is A Furlough?

https://www.careersinaerospace.com/events/free-careers-webinar-6th-may/

https://www.britishaviationgroup.co.uk/future-events/royal-aeronautical-society-careers-in-aerospace/

https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/pr/2020-04-15-02/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpadszakal/

http://www.cellenceplus.com/people/europe-and-the-middle-east/row-3/arpad-szakal.aspx

Careers, Flight Instructor, fly8ma, Podcast, YouTube Channel

ACP276 Can I Make a Living as a Flight Instructor with Fly8Ma

May 18, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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Flight Instructor with Fly8Ma

Can I Make a Living as a Flight Instructor with Fly8Ma? Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss how you can make a living as a flight instructor with Jonathan Kotwicki.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by contributing to giving away a free scholarships guide please click on Patron. For as little as $1 a month you can make a huge impact on someone’s life and career. For every $10 we raise from patrons of the podcast we give away one scholarship guide. Please visit https://www.patreon.com/ValeriAviation

Our latest video:

Visit YouTube.com/ExpertAviator – Pilot Resume in 5 Simple Steps

In This Episode We Discuss:

Why not the airlines?
Can you make a living as an instructor?
What instructor jobs are there?
Life as an independent instructor?
Avoiding burnout.
Specialization.
What regions are the best?
What are you doing during this Covid-19?
What is Fly8MA?
How listeners can benefit from Fly8Ma.
Key points for those looking towards a full-time career as an instructor.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://fly8ma.com

Why I QUIT being an Airline Pilot

Business Aviation, Careers, COVID-19, Podcast

ACP274 Advantages Of Business Aviation During Covid-19 with Tom Wachowski.

May 11, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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Advantages Of Business Aviation During Covid-19

ACP274 Advantages Of Business Aviation During Covid-19 with Tom Wachowski. Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today Corporate Jet Captain Tom Wachowski joins us to discuss Private Aviation during the Covid-19 Pandemic.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by contributing to giving away a free scholarships guide please click on Patron. For as little as $1 a month you can make a huge impact on someone’s life and career. For every $10 we raise from patrons of the podcast we give away one scholarship guide. Please visit https://www.patreon.com/ValeriAviation

The current online scholarships guide includes 64 new scholarships, 6 updates. To find out more visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Our latest video:

Visit YouTube.com/ExpertAviator

In the latest video, we discuss COVID-19 and your medical with an aviation attorney.

In This Episode We Discuss:

An update on Tom’s flying.
How the pandemic affects private aviation.
Advantages of business aviation during COVID-19.
The challenges of private aviation.
Is private aviation still a good career choice?
Keep your family informed.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

NBAA

https://nbaa.org/business-aviation/

Private Jet Podcast

Careers, Pilot, Podcast, Seaplane Careers

ACP272 Seaplane Careers With Alaska Pilot Ken Marshall

May 4, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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Seaplane Careers

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss seaplane careers with Alaska Pilot Ken Marshall.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by contributing to giving away a free scholarships guide please click on Patron. For as little as $1 a month you can make a huge impact on someone’s life and career. For every $10 we raise from patrons of the podcast we give away one scholarship guide. Please visit https://www.patreon.com/ValeriAviation

Our latest video:

Your FAA Medical And Covid-19: An Aviation Attorney Explains

In This Episode We Discuss:

FLYING FLOATS:

How to train

Find a school that is available and accessible
Read up on FAA handbook to get an overview
Stay open-minded and listen to the instructor
Consider a tailwheel endorsement prior
Check out scholarships guide for help. (Whipaire was one I applied for)

Where to train and on what equipment.

Pick a good time and enjoy it
If your spouse is w/you make sure there are fun things for them
Cubs, 172, Mauls, all are great. $$ for 185s and Beavers
ASES is sufficient.

What to expect in AK – climate, flying environment, people.

S.E. AK cool can be up to 80F, damp(Extra Tuffs/AK tennis shoes) going to need 2 good raincoats and rain pants. Layers!
500’ ½ is going to get comfortable. Low ceilings and rain are common. The Beaver is good at shedding rain but leaks like a sieve. Cannot outclimb the terrain. DON’T EVEN CONSIDER THE OPTION, turn around.
People are so genuine and close-knit. You can’t tell social status apart. Which is refreshing to me. “Down in America”/ lower 48 there is prejudice in both directions. They have a good sense of character there. It’s truly one of the most American ie. freedom-oriented places I’ve ever lived.

Flying floats in other parts of the US – FL, MI, NY, MN, etc.

Don’t work too hard, enjoy your time. Fish, mountain bike, hike, sightsee, meet people, volunteer.

Pay Structure – Day rate vs. Salary

Day pay is nice but that’s it: you don’t get paid unless you fly-if for some reason the outfit shuts down or pauses no $
The salary is nice too. Budget and have a plan. You work hard in both cases. Not for someone who is soft handed.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

Seaplane Pilots Association

Jack Brown’s – (Winter Haven, FL) Lake Jessie(GIF is nearby)Brownsseaplane.com

Kenmore Air- (Kenmore, WA)kenmoreairharbor.com

Seaplane Scenics(Kirkland, WA)- James Young (206)499-2135 seaplanescenics.com

https://www.jonesairandsea.com/

FAA-H-8083-23 Seaplane Operations Handbook

Windy App

Airline Pilot, Career Change, Careers

ACP270 Am I Too Old To Be An Airline Pilot in my 40’s? with Ken Marshall

April 27, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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ACP270 Am I’m Too Old To Be An Airline Pilot in my 40’s? with Ken Marshall. Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we have a special guest Ken Marshall who discusses how he changed careers to become an airline pilot in his 40’s.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by contributing to giving away a free scholarships guide please click on Patron. For as little as $1 a month you can make a huge impact on someone’s life and career. For every $10 we raise from patrons of the podcast we give away one scholarship guide. Please visit https://www.patreon.com/ValeriAviation

The April scholarships guide is out now and includes 64 new scholarships, 6 updates, and a new “Scholarships for Adults” category. To find out more visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Our latest video:

Wholly Owned Versus Independent Regional Airline : What is the difference?

In This Episode We Discuss:

Journey to the Flight deck.
What it is like to fly for a regional.
Why the airlines now?
Challenges changing careers later in life.
Things unique to a mid-life career change.
Volunteering as an aviator.
Fire Patrol.
What is next?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

Pilots and Paws

Flying Musicians

EAA Young Eagles

Careers, Causes, Jobs, Podcast, Questions Answered

ACP263 What Should I Do During An Airline Industry Downturn?

March 17, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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Airline Industry Downturn

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. We have seen a drop never seen before in the industry. Future bookings and cancellations are much higher than what we saw after September 2001. Today we answer the question from many listeners and clients “What should I do during an airline industry downturn?”. We have much to discuss in this episode so please…

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com. Have a special story about your career that would inspire others? Want to share your career in Aerospace, or have other information you feel would help our listeners then please consider becoming a guest on the show? Click on the be a guest tab in the show notes or on the right of the screen at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by contributing to giving away a free scholarships guide please click on Patron. For as little as $10 a month you can make a huge impact on someone’s life and career.

Thank You, Brian, Kenyon, and Shay for your support and paying it forward. We have added new coupons to the pay it forward campaign.

The current online scholarships guide includes 56 new scholarships, 10 updates and a new “Scholarships for Adults” category. To find out more visit AerospaceScholarships.com or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Since the recent downturn in the industry, we have decided to not change our pricing for career coaching until the industry recovers. To find out more visit our Coaching Page or our YouTube Channel ExpertAviator

On our YouTube Channel we have been answering some of your questions so please visit our new videos on the channel. Our latest videos include:

Are You Afraid Of Networking Because You Are From Another Country?

Are scholarships available for people interested in a part time career in aviation?

Descend Via Muscl3 Arrival Minneapolis St. Paul International – KMSP

Sun N Fun has been rescheduled for May 5-10. Please follow the link and this podcast for more updates on Sun N Fun. I hope to see you there.

In This Episode We Discuss:

Build your hours.
Obtain more ratings.
Keep flying.
Keep your skills fresh.
Don’t leave the industry unless you absolutely must.
Be Humble you may have to take a job you never would consider during the past few years.
If you are a jet pilot you may need to fly a propellor aircraft to stay current.
If you are a major airline pilot you may need to fly for the regionals.
Why would you consider a regional job if you are a major airline pilot?
Stay positive and keep moving forward with your career.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

CDC Corona Virus

YouTube.com/ExpertAviator

Photo Credit: Nils Nedel

Aerospace Engineer, Careers, Podcast, Veterans

ACP261 Stripes To Bars – Helping Get A Start In Aviation

March 2, 2020 CarlValeri Leave a comment

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Stripes To Bars

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we have a special guest to discuss how he is helping veterans get started in aviation.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

At AviationCareersPodcast.com You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various courses online. Don’t forget to use the coupon code “payitforward”, all one word. Through the generosity of others, you may receive the scholarships guide for free. As a matter of fact, for every $10 we raise from patrons of the podcast we give away one scholarship guide.

The February edition of the online scholarships guide is out now and includes 56 new scholarships and 10 updates a new “Scholarships for Adults” category. To find out more visit AerospaceScholarships.com or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Today we have special guest Clayton Horney, an Army combat MEDEVAC pilot with international corporate experience. He is a helicopter and airplane CFI / CFII / MEI / ATP certified and holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from Boston University. Welcome to the show Clayton!

In This Episode We Discuss:

His journey to the flight deck.
Current Career
https://stripestobars.org
Why Stripes To Bars
S2Bs Mission
Previous Winners
How Can I Help?
Organization Future

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://stripestobars.org

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A Podcast about Achieving Your Aviation Career Goals