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ACP219 Flight Sim Expo Evan Reiter

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Flight Sim ExpoWelcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please contact us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Since the new rule requiring an ATP before you can work as an airline pilot, pilots have been trying to find ways to build hours. Some pilots take flying jobs that have no translation to the world of IFR and airline flying.

To regain those critical Instrument flying skills I highly recommend your practicing instrument approaches along with flying in the instrument environment. One recommendation I have is to practice in a simulator to hone your skills before your airline interview and your airline training.

To discuss simulators and the benefits many enthusiasts receive from the use of simulators is Evan Reiter, Co-Founder, Flight Sim Expo. Evan is with the successful Flight Sim Expo for the sim enthusiast and pilot. I think you will find simulators have come a long way and are key to advancing the professional pilot’s career.

Announcements:

At AviationCareersPodcast.com You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Don’t forget to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and visit the website for special listener coupons.

In This Episode We Discuss (Flight Sim Expo):

  • Evan’s interest in flying and his career choice.
  • Career connections in flight sim.
  • EMB175 for a regional.
  • Why we are having issues in airline training with basic instrument skills.
  • How simulators can benefit both the hobbyist and the professional pilot.
  • What is Flight Sim Expo.
  • When is the event?
  • How much does it cost to register?
  • Who should you attend the event?
  • What are some of the advances in simulator technology over the past 10 years that have made it more affordable and accurate.
  • Air Traffic control integration to the simulator.
  • Using your simulator to keep current

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

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https://www.facebook.com/FlightSimExpo/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLWpTLXjfwIPl8IP1XMB-Dw

http://www.flightsimexpo.com

Flight Sim Expo On Twitter

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Air Show, Careers, Podcast, SunN Fun

ACP218 Career Expo Lessons Learned From Sun N Fun 2019

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Career Expo Lessons LearnedCareer Expo Lessons Learned. Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please contact us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Today we have a special episode where I discuss experiences from this year’s career expo and Lessons learned for future expos or career fairs. This years Career Expo was a little different in that they asked potential job and career seekers to pre register for times during the event. This was the same as other years except this year they let anyone enter the expo during Sun N Fun. This led to an interesting dynamic and some very good lessons learned.

Announcements:

At AviationCareersPodcast.com You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Don’t forget to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and visit the website for special listener coupons.

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/vets/
This page has changed. We have added Investor Education For Military Families. This is a link to a section of the Investor Protection Trust.

Financial Field Manual: The Personal Finance Guide for Military Families was recently updated on the website and is downloadable as a pdf. I also have a link in the show notes or simply Click on VETS.

Congratulations RD on your job offer from a regional airline at the Career Expo. Even though most employers don’t advertise this fact they will extend a conditional job offer at the expo if they feel you truly shine as an applicant.

In This Episode We Discuss Career Expo Lessons Learned From Sun N Fun 2019:

  • Dress for success.
    • I know they say casual but that does not mean you.
    • You can change during the show into causal cloths after.
    • At least wear business casual if you don’t want to wear a suit.
  • Networking is key.
    • Remember everyone’s name you meet.
    • If you have someone who can introduce you your success is much greater.
    • Walking around with me is not a bad idea since I know many of the recruiters.
  • Prepare for the expo.
    • Follow the stocks.
    • Know who is attending by viewing the website.
    • Know the key players.
    • Know the airlines history.
    • Always remember your actions and words will constantly be evaluated.
  • Bring a one Page resume.
  • Your first impression is most important.
  • Be humble and ask questions.
    • Even if you are a fighter pilot who has not flown for a while you will need to prove you are current and may need to fly for a regional or even a small plane if it has been a long time.
  • Even if you are not qualified for the job ask for help. Most want to give you help if you ask.
  • People hire people
  • The recruiter is trying to figure out if you are going to fit into the culture of the airline and if someone will be able to sit next to you for 4 days flying in all types of weather.
  • Be yourself.
  • Follow up with a simple thank you.
  • Have fun and enjoy life!

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

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Podcast, Questions Answered

ACP217 How Logbook Corrections Affect Hiring

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logbook changesHow are logbook corrections viewed by a pilot interviewer or interview board as they plan to look over my logbooks? Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please contact us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Announcements:

At AviationCareersPodcast.com You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Don’t forget to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and visit the website for special listener coupons.

The new scholarships guide has been updated for March 20, 2019 and is now live. For those who already purchased the guide visit AviationCareersPodcast.com/courses.

Sun N Fun 2019 April 2-7. Listen Live to us at LiveAtc.net/snf and at StuckMicAvCast.com for daily interviews.

Congratulations to Makaio Anderson, who  attends Central Florida Aerospace Academy, on his acceptance to attend the EAA Advanced Air Academy 2019 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

The EAA Air Academy offers young people the opportunity to meet and work with aviation professionals, while living and learning the arts, sciences, and lore of aviation in both classroom and workshop settings.

They join many other young people, ages 16-18, in this aviation program. Several days of the Academy take place during the world’s largest and most exciting aviation event — EAA AirVenture 2019. Participants in the EAA Air Academy come from around the United States and several foreign countries.

Academy activities will include flight experience, workshops, and classroom study. EAA’s Director of Museum & Museum Education, Bob Campbell, says, “The EAA Air Academy teaches young people new skills and instills a pride of craftsmanship. More importantly, it develops their leadership potential and broadens their understanding of both aviation and themselves. The EAA Air Academy is a benchmark of personal experience . . . and an aviation experience that will last a lifetime.”

Campbell added that “those who are interested in attending any of EAA’s Air Academy Programs, should write to: Experimental Aircraft Association, Inc., Resident Education Office, PO Box 3086, Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54903-3086. Applicants need not be EAA members. The prime consideration is an interest
and enthusiasm for aviation.”

https://www.eaa.org/eaa/youth/eaa-aviation-and-flight-summer-camps/eaa-air-academy

In This Episode We Discuss (How Logbook Corrections Affect Hiring):

  • Can you provide any advice as to the pro’s and con’s related to having a masters degree for someone potentially seeking to follow in your footsteps?
  • US citizen wants to start his flying career in Australia.
  • How are logbook changes viewed by a pilot interviewer or interview board as they plan to look over my logbooks?
  • Why are regional airlines and majors not able to sponsor work visas for pilots?
  • If you ever do a podcast on getting into the industry with a past criminal record I’d love to add my 2 cents.
  • How To Be A Guest New Video Course.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

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Three Point Aviation

https://www.eaa.org/eaa/youth/eaa-aviation-and-flight-summer-camps/eaa-air-academy

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/study/student-visa.html

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Aviation Maintenance Technician, Interview Tips & Advice, Podcast, Questions Answered

ACP216 Aircraft Mechanic Adam Sipe

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Aircraft MechanicWelcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today I am with an aircraft mechanic Adam Sipe from the AirplaneIntelPodcast.com.

Announcements:

AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. As a special thanks for listening we have specials in the right column of our website so don’t forget to visit AviationCareersPodcast.com for discount coupons before you buy.

If you or someone you know is interested in being a guest on the podcast please watch our video on how to be a guest on our podcast. You can find the video at the bottom of the show notes or on YouTube.

In This Episode We Discuss (Aircraft Mechanic Adam Sipe):

  • So you want to be an aircraft mechanic.
  • Why become an aircraft mechanic.
  • Pay and Benefits.
  • How to become a mechanic.
  • The different types of certifications.
  • Working conditions.
  • The different jobs as a mechanic from small business to large airline.
  • The challenges of being a mechanic.
  • Why Adam Likes being a mechanic.
  • Can being a mechanic help those who want to be a pilot?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

Bureau of Labor Statistics Aircraft and Avionics Equipment Mechanics and Technicians

Become a Mechanic info by FAA

Airline Pilot, Aviation Training, Careers, Podcast

ACP215 CommutAir – A Program For Every Pilot

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CommutairWelcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we are joined by CommutAir Airlines Joey Dhaliwal.

Announcements:

AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Visit AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses to discover more.

In This Episode We Discuss (CommutAir – A Program For Every Pilot):

1. The highly competitive $22,100 sign on bonus for aviators (most popular with young aviators, CFIs, or those looking to kick off their career with a regional)

  • Look for University partnerships
  • C2C program with Ohio University
  • Paid ATP
  • Partnered schools

2. United CPP – the fastest and most direct path to United Airlines.

  • Record 2 years 10 days
  • Pilots are eligible for United as soon as they are qualified
  • Ran into two former CPP grads in Denver (great story)
  • Young seniority list = quickly move up and achieve mainline dreams

3. Rotor Transition Program (RTP)

  • $22,100 towards their fixed-wing training
  • Train from anywhere
  • Open to civilian and military pilots
  • Eligible for United CPP

4. Captain Accelerated Program (CAP)

  • Offering experienced pilots immediate upgrades “no-wait.”
  • $45,000 sign on bonus
  • Possible the fastest route to United Airlines (start accumulating PIC hours ASAP)

5. Fly While Working (FWW)

  • A program created for internal company employees who would like to complete their flight training
  • Paid by CommutAir via the $22,100 sign-on bonus
  • Great for pilots within 500 hours of their A/R-ATP minimums
  • Train while you remain employed at CommutAir

6. Australian E-3 Program

  • Let Australian pilots take advantage of our growth and U.S airline growth
  • Company sponsors pilots and helps them obtain their E-3 Visa

7. How to meet the team at CommutAir

  • Socials
  • Follow on facebook.
  • Air shows and other events.
  • Linked-In.
  • Don’t be afraid to say hello.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

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CommutAir Recruiting

https://www.linkedin.com/company/commutair/

CommutAir

Photo Credit: CommutAir

Airline Pilot, Career Change, Female Pilot, Podcast

ACP214 Advice From A Latina Airline Pilot

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Latina PilotWelcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today I have with me a special guest Mary Triana Vasquez. Mary is an airline pilot who moved to another country, learned the language, and was able to land a job. Her story is of challenges and successes which she is here to share with you in hopes to inspire and educate those who may be in the same position.

Announcements:

AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Visit AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses to discover more.

In This Episode We Discuss (Latina Airline Pilot):

  • How to pay for flight training with a low budget/low paying job.
    • Youtube videos, blogs, FAA website training material, bank of questions.
    • Increase your credit score, financial podcasts, 0%APR credit cards.
    • Work for a flight school. Civil Air Patrol
    • Facebook groups, post on airports
  • How to convert foreign licenses into FAA license.
    • TSA, FAA & USCIS process and times.
    • Start with visa & TSA (90 day wait period)
  • How to land your first pilot job with less than 500 hours total time.
    • Drop zones, gliders clubs, aerial survey, model to scale flying groups
    • 99’s, CAP, flying clubs
  • How to excel as a pilot in the US as a non-English speaker.
    • English for aviation online course, ATC Live
    • Free english tutors
  • Unique challenges of being a latina pilot in the United States.
    • Cultural difference. Idiosyncrasy, body language and verbal expression.
    • Narco & poverty labels
    • “Language barrier”
    • “Pretty and dumb”

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

Facebook Page:
Capi Julieta: https://www.facebook.com/CapiJulietaT/

Youtube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx2QvLXCoMkyXI8f6uPHhUA

How To Be A Guest On Aviation Careers Podcast

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Podcast, Questions Answered

ACP213 Lost Logbooks and other Listener Mail with Justin Ash

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Lost LogbooksWelcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we answer your questions with co host Justin Ash. Don’t forget you can write in with your questions at  feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com. We only read the non personal information in the e-mail. If you are looking for more personal consultation you can sign up for coaching through our courses page.

Announcements:

AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Visit AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses to discover more.

The Florida Pilot Conference is a new conference happening May 4th, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. It is an educational event for pilots that would like to learn more about flying IFR and glider flying, as well as a social event for pilots.

In This Episode We Discuss (Lost Logbooks and other Listener Mail):

  • Lost logbooks 32 years ago, want to become a flight instructor, what can he do to demonstrate flight experience other than certificates?
  • Pro pilot since 2002, but last 5 years have been out of the business. Asking for a show on getting back in. Also asking about part-time instructing, like being in a safety department.
  • Applied for a Bachelor’s in Aviation Air Transport, can I get scholarships to pay for tuition? (specifically looking for 99’s and international as in New Zeland).
  • Currently an Engineer pursuing Private Pilot, would like to be a full-time pilot. Is a Master’s in Aviation worth the expense?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

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Faa.gov/pilots

Florida Pilot Conference

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Pilot Shortage, Podcast

ACP212 Increase In Terminations – An Unintended Consequence of the Pilot Shortage

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Increase in terminations: an unintended consequence of the pilot shortage. Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. If you have a questions please email us at feeback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Today I purposely do not have a guest becausepilot shortage I want to talk to you about a sensitive subject. In the past year I have been working with many pilots, recruiters, and airline instructors who have been frustrated by the current pilot shortage. Pilots are frustrated because they are being terminated in higher numbers. Recruiters are frustrated because they cannot find FAA Qualified applicants and even when they find an applicant they may not be a competent pilot or they may not be a good fit for the airline. Instructors are frustrated because of the lack of competence and perception that the student cannot be terminated. Let’s talk about all of these issues and offer some solutions.

Before we begin I have a few announcements.

Announcements:

AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Visit AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses to discover more.

Discounts: Shamrock until March 17. Don’t forget to look for more coupon codes on our facebook page, website, and newsletter. We recently added a discounts section to the right side of the website. Make sure you visit AviationCareersPodcast.com to discover more coupons.

In This Episode We Discuss (Increased Terminations and Pilot Shortage):

  • The problem: Why pilot terminations are on the rise.
  • AviationCareersPodcast.com/pilotshortage.
  • This is not a new problem.
  • How pilots can avoid termination.
  • Minimum Qualifications vs Competency.
  • Get Training prior to going to the airline.
  • Show up on time.
  • Captains: mentor the First Officer – cell phone usage, checklists, attitude.
  • Be careful how you mentor. Professional standards at most airlines is a great tool.
  • You cannot say and do anything you want on social media and in public. You are now an ambassador for the airline.
  • Realize you are not entitled to a job you must earn it.

Advice for the challenges of recruiting.

  • Define and sell all the benefits.
  • Discuss challenges of the job along with benefits. Both are important.
  • Go back and evaluate your successes and failures in recruiting.
  • Constantly change your tactics.
  • Most importantly listen intently for any problems.

Advice for instructors.

  • Start early with correcting attitudes and incompetence.
  • Begin early with discussing the challenges of training and helping them realize their goal.
  • Let applicants know up front the percent of pilots who actually make it through training.
  • There are hundreds of other pilots waiting to take your job.
  • Collateral damage happens; don’t feel as if the situation is your fault.
  • I know we all feel special but remember this humbling fact: If you are in the cockpit and can no longer fly it takes only a few hours to replace you as a pilot.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

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Airport Operations, Podcast

ACP211 Managing A Small Airport with Warren Cramer

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Managing A Small AirportManaging A Small Airport can be a big challenge, but our guest today is here to shed some light on how it works. Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today I have special guest Warren Cramer, manager of Wurtsboro Airport in the Catskill Mountains of New York. Warren is an experienced glider instructor and has been involved in aviation for decades. Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

The February 2019 version of the guide is available online. We have update and verified 62 scholarships this month. Remember the guide is only $10 and gives you access to a whole year including the monthly updates online.

With our coupon codes you can save even more. Make sure you check our facebook page and sign up for our newsletter for the current coupons. Theses coupons include discounts on all of our courses and coaching.

Our current coupon code is “shamrock” for my birthday, St. Patrick’s Day. Using the coupon code shamrock will give you 15% off all products and services.

At AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Visit AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses to discover more.

In This Episode We Discuss (Managing A Small Airport):

  • Managing a small airport.
  • The benefits and challenges of managing a small airport.
  • Career opportunities.
  • How Warren became manager of Wurtsboro Airport.
  • Pay and benefit differences between small and large airports.
  • Glider instructing as a career.
  • Why becoming a glider pilot can enhance your career even if you are looking towards the airlines.
  • Things to consider if you are looking towards a career as an airline pilot.
  • Things to consider if you want to be a full time glider instructor.
  • Scholarships.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

Wurtsboro Airport:
http://wurtsboroairport.com

Soaring Society of America:
https://www.ssa.org/

Scholarships (The SSA > About the SSA > Youth & Scholarships)
“Where to Fly”

The National Soaring Museum:
https://www.soaringmuseum.org/
In Elmira, NY (Birthplace of US Gliding) – the only Glider-specific museum in the United States

Bruno Vassel on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/bviv
Very exciting and informative videos

Wings & Wheels:
https://wingsandwheels.com/
Their classifieds are the best place to fantasize about buying a used glider!

Cumulus Soaring:
https://www.cumulus-soaring.com/
Giant online soaring store – books, videos, avionics, gear, etc.

New York Aviation Management Association:
https://www.nyama.aero/

Air Cadet League of Canada:
http://aircadetleague.com/

Aviation Training, Podcast

ACP210 Don’t let a Bad Flight School Experience Discourage You

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Bad Flight School ExperienceWelcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. In this episode we discuss how to not let a bad first experience at a flight school discourage you. Especially on a discovery flight. Joining us today is Robert Guyer to give his insights and help answer your questions.

Announcements:

AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses You can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various technical courses online. Visit AviationCareersPodcast.com/Courses to discover more.

In This Episode We Discuss (Don’t let a Bad Flight School Experience Discourage You):

  • This is my job not a vacation.
  • I had a coaching client take his discovery flight and it didn’t turn out well.
  • Flight schools are terrible at customer service.
  • Don’t let a bad experience with a flight school discourage you.

Listener mail:

  • 55 years old, retiring from education and pursuing private pilot, advice for becoming a professional pilot.
  • Working in healthcare as a Physician’s Assistant, served in Military 26 years with “0” flight time, 46 years old. Is it too late to make the majors?

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