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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today joining me is Captain Kayleigh Bordner to discuss cargo flying careers.
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Talking Points:
- How Kayleigh got her start in aviation.
- What it is like to fly as a cargo pilot.
- Her journey to the flight deck.
- Overcoming adversity.
- How collegiate aviation prepared Kayleigh for her flying career.
- Air Race Classic.
- Flying the Stearman and how it made Kayleigh reflect on the past women in aviation.
- Current attitudes towards women in aviation from her perspective.
- The benefits of internships.
- Flying the 767 simulator.
- Flying the EMB120.
- Beach 99 captain.
- What are some of the common misconceptions about cargo flying especially for new pilots?
- The best aspects of being a cargo pilot.
- The challenges of being a cargo pilot.
- Impact of Covid-19.
- The importance of networking for career development.
- What is next in her career.
Links Mentioned in This Podcast:
This podcast is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon code PlaneEnglishSim for a free scholarships guide sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2tIBrUITZU
https://w3.ameriflight.com/ameriflights-first-officer-kayleigh-bordner-nominated-award/
https://w3.ameriflight.com/landing-in-aviation/
https://www.instagram.com/kayleighbordner/
https://w3.ameriflight.com/cargo-flying-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/