Today we have a special guest Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: An Irreverent Aviation Tale. Kevin encourages pilots and non-pilots alike to persevere through setbacks, appreciate the mentors who shape our lives, and never lose their sense of humor along the way.
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When most people hear the phrase “remote career,” they picture someone working from a laptop at home, sitting in a coffee shop, or answering emails from a beach. But there is another kind of remote career. A career where your office might be 35,000 feet above the ground. A career where you can live hundreds—or even thosands—of miles away from the place where you actually work. A career that may allow you to arrange your schedule so you are home for extended stretches of time. That career is being a professional pilot. Being a pilot may not be remote work in the traditional sense, but it might be one of the ultimate remote careers. Today, we are going to discuss why.
YOUR HOME AND YOUR JOB DO NOT HAVE TO BE IN THE SAME CITY
PILOTS WORK IN BLOCKS OF TIME
YOUR OFFICE TRAVELS WITH YOU
YOU MAY BE ABLE TO LIVE WHERE THE COST OF LIVING IS LOWER
SENIORITY CREATES FLEXIBILITY
That is why choosing the right company is about more than starting pay.
DIFFERENT PILOT CAREERS OFFER DIFFERENT TYPES OF FREEDOM
THE REALITY OF COMMUTING
PILOTING CAN CREATE TIME FREEDOM
DESIGN YOUR CAREER AROUND YOUR LIFE
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Remember, your aviation career is a journey.
Take one step today toward your aviation career goal.
These are words every airline pilot hopes they will never hear. Today’s guest has experienced all of them—and still managed to rebuild, reinvent himself, and come out on top.
Paul Horsley is a retired airline pilot and the author of “Why the Rich Don’t Die Broke”. Paul, welcome to the show.
1. Every Hour Is Not Created Equal
2. Chase Responsibility Before You Chase Aircraft
3. Learn the Business, Not Just the Airplane
4. Seek Mentors Who Challenge You
5. Think Like a Future Chief Pilot From Day One
Is it too late to become a professional pilot in your 50s?
Today’s guest, Doug Wolfe, proves that age does not have to prevent you from pursuing your aviation dreams. Doug changed careers in his 50s and is now living his dream as a corporate pilot.
In this episode of the Aviation Careers Podcast, Doug shares his career-change journey, the challenges he faced, and the steps he took to transition into professional aviation. His story is an encouraging reminder that there is no single path to the cockpit—and that persistence, preparation, and a willingness to take the next step can open new opportunities at any age.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why Doug retired and changed careers in his 50s
How he began working toward a professional flying career
The challenges of entering aviation later in life
How Doug built the experience needed to become employable
What helped him successfully transition into corporate aviation
The realities of working as a corporate pilot
Advice for aspiring pilots considering a midlife career change
Why it may not be too late to pursue your aviation dream
Doug’s journey demonstrates that your previous career and life experience can become valuable assets in aviation. Whether you are 25, 45, or 55, the most important step may be deciding to begin.
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Most 15-year-olds are just beginning to think about their future careers. Today’s guest says he is already working in aircraft sales and representing a Polish light-sport aircraft in California
One year ago I sat in my car outside the urgent care knowing I should go due to my medical condition but also knew that my career as a pilot may end. This is the story of what I did and what I learned one year later.
Before I get started, full disclosure: my attorney did not want me releasing this video to the public. Therefore, the version I release to the public on YouTube is for educational purposes and does not include the personal version I am releasing to the youtube members and our mentorship group.
Let’s get started.
June 27 2025 walking out the door my neighbor asked me if I was having a problem with my eye. I thought nothing of it.
I went to the office and recorded an episode of ACP my 2025 mid year update.
Today, we have a special guest, Paul Wynns, to discuss using your 529 for flight training. Paul is the co-founder of FlexAir Flight, recently received his PhD, and is a volunteer with The Flight Training Alliance, an organization key to advancing this new legislation.
Today we have a special guest Elliot Mintzer, a former operator of two multimillion dollar PC-12 focused part 135 operations. We are excited to discuss what it takes to start and operate a successful Part 135 operation.
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Today we have a special guest Irwin Wenzel Author of Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes : A sharp, funny, and heartfelt memoir about defying expectations—and finding your own flight path.
How he developed his passion for aviation.
Growing up in the Queens and understanding
Why Jewish Boys Don’t Fly.
Irwin’s journey to the flight deck of a commercial airliner.
Challenges of being Jewish boy wanting to fly.
His career and why persistence and following your dream are important.
Why the book and why now?
What is next for Irwin?.
