All posts by CarlValeri

Host of Aviation Careers Podcast. For more about me go to AviationCareersPodcast/About.
Business Aviation, Careers, Pilot, Podcast, recruiting

ACP292 How Recruiting Has Changed During The Recent Downturn.

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Recruiting Has Changed

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we answer listener mail and discuss how companies have changed recruiting in the recent downturn.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com. Also for career coaching, online courses, and the scholarship guide visit AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Announcements:

The July Scholarships Guide is available with over 120 million in scholarships. The guide is updated monthly and is only $10 for one year access. Use the coupon code to receive a free one year access.

The video describes the pay it forward campaign.

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

Thank you to all who have contributed to the pay it forward campaign and our Patrons who give monthly.

Our latest video:

What Are The Maximum Holding Speeds? Pilot Interview Course Episode 4

Talking Points:

  • Instagram Post “Never Give Up”
  • How recruiting has changed during the recent downturn.
  • Pilots willing to work for free.
  • Working in The US and various visas.
  • What is Business Aviation and is it a good career?
  • Lost logbook now what. 8710 and medical.
  • Class 1 medical necessary?
  • Bring your kids to work as a pilot?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

AviationCareersPodcast.com/courses 

Working in the United States  – USCIS.gov

What is Business Aviation – National Business Aviation Association

airport planner, Careers, COVID-19, Podcast

ACP291 Airport Planning Careers With Ben Crooks

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Airport Planning Careers

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss airport planning careers with Ben Crooks.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Announcements:

The July 2020 Scholarships Guide Is Available with over 90 million in scholarships

Video describes the pay it forward campaign.

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

Our latest video:

What Are The Maximum Holding Speeds? Pilot Interview Course Episode 4

Talking Points:

  • How he developed his aviation passion.
  • What Does An Airport Planner Do?
  • The importance and value of airport planning.
  • Working as a consultant vs. for an airport.
  • Education and paths into the airport planning field.
  • Interdisciplinary skill sets in planning.
  • Impact of COVID-19.
  • Working conditions.
  • Pay and Benefits.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/airport-planner-salary-SRCH_KO0,15.htm 

Airport Planning Careers Video 

https://www.cip-icu.ca/

https://ontarioplanners.ca/home

https://www.airporthistory.org/

Airline Industry, Airline Pilot, Careers, Pilot, Podcast

ACP290 How Do I Prepare For Future Hiring At The Airlines?

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Future Hiring At The Airlines

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we answer the question “How Do I Prepare For Future Hiring At The Airlines?”.

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Announcements:

Thank you to listener Paul for Paying It Forward by buying 10 scholarship guides. We add two more since for every 20 scholarship guides purchased we pay it forward by giving two more away.

This video describes the pay it forward campaign: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

Our latest video:

What Are The Maximum Holding Speeds? Pilot Interview Course Episode 4

Talking Points:

  • I have your 2019 Aerospace Scholarship Guide, but I am afraid sometimes I don’t qualify for a lot of them.
  • July 2021.
  • I would like to take this time to get ready for when the airlines do start hiring again. What can I do to stand out once they start accepting applications?
    • Hours
    • Ratings
    • All your licenses and certificates.
    • Degrees
    • Activities.
    • Network.
    • LinkedIn like a resume
  • Should I pay for my own ATP certificate?
  • How can I get a head start on the technical knowledge of the ATP process like getting familiar with jet engines etc?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/recommended-reading/ 

7 Steps To Become An Airline Pilot

https://flywithlift.com/

COVID-19, Passenger, Pilot, Podcast, Safety

ACP289 Why You Should Not Fly If You Think You Have Covid-19.

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we answer listener mail and discuss why you should not fly as a pilot, crew member, or passenger if you think you may have Covid-19.

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Announcements:

Thank you To a listener Paul for Paying It Forward with buying 10 scholarships guides and we will throw in 2 more. 

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

This episode is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon PlaneEnglishSim to receive a free scholarship guide courtesy of PlaneEnglishSim.com. 

Coupons are limited so act quickly.

Our latest video:

Can You Fly 300 KIAS in Class B Airspace? Pilot Interview Course Episode 3

Talking Points:

  • Why you should not fly if you think you may have Covid.
    • It is not about you.
    • The ramifications from a public health perspective.
    • If you are a passenger the effects of your flying with Covid.
      • Canceled flight.
      • Crew must now Self Isolate for 2 weeks.
      • Crew may not be able to see their family now due to the exposure.
      • The plane must be cleaned and taken out of service.
      • Costs. Administration. 
      • You won’t make it to your destination.
    • Why you should not fly as a crewmember.
      • Much of the same as above plus you have an obligation by law not to fly.
  • Don’t be selfish, stay home if you are sick.
  • Listener mail:
    • What are the options, or what is the likelihood of being hired as a pilot by a foreign airline either cargo or passenger?
    • Could you discuss checkride failures, especially on the 121/135 level?
    • Does a stage check or an end of course check at a part 141 school, that has examining authority, count as a check ride failure? 
    • Do the airlines or other employers put a lot of weight on stage check failures in regard to you getting hired?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

FAA Covid-19 News Updates

CDC Isolate If You are Sick.

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/recommended-reading/

Airport Operations, Careers, Podcast, Women In Aviation

ACP288 Airport Operations Careers With Karissa Strickland

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Airport Operations

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss airport operation management careers with Karissa Strickland, airport operations supervisor, St. Pete Clearwater International Airport.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

First a quick word from our sponsor.

This episode is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon PlaneEnglishSim to receive a free scholarship guide courtesy of PlaneEnglishSim.com. 

Coupons are limited so act quickly.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

  • Welcome Karissa Strickland
  • Her current job in aviation.
  • What it is like to work in an airport with a mix of General Aviation and Airline Traffic.
  • How she developed her passion for aviation and why she enjoys her job.
  • From flying to airport management. 
  • Her path towards her current position.
  • What various managerial positions are available in airport operations.
  • Ground and management jobs in operations.
  • The pay and benefits for jobs in airport operations.
  • Advice for those seeking jobs in airport operations.
  • What is next for Karrissa?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.instagram.com/all_things_karissa/

Polk State College Article about Karissa

https://www.facebook.com/Fly2PIE

Aerospace Sciences Aerospace Administration Polk State College

https://www.faa.gov/airports/airport_safety/part139_cert/what-is-part-139/

Airport Operations, Careers, Jobs, Podcast, Women In Aviation

ACP287 Airport Operations with Courtney Deckard

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Airport Operations

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today to help us understand what it is like to work in airport operations for an airline is Courtney Deckard.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

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.

Us the coupon code PayItForward and you may get a free guide.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

  • Courtney Deckard Airport Operations.
  • What it is like to work in operations.
  • Training.
  • How she found her job in Airport Operations.
  • Why she is passionate about what she does.
  • Challenges of her job.
  • Rewards of working in operations.
  • Average pay and typical benefits.
  • Job requirements.
  • Advice for those looking to pursue a career in airport operations.
  • What is next for Courtney?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.instagram.com/travelgirlcourt/

https://twitter.com/travelgirlcourt

 

Flight Test Engineer, Pilot, Podcast

ACP286 A Lifetime Of Learning with Flight Test Engineer Aaron Judy

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Flight Test Engineer

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today joining me is Flight test engineer Aaron Judy to discuss how you can benefit from a lifetime of learning. 

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

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.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

  • Aaron’s Journey towards a lifetime of learning (educational journey and teaching).
  • How he developed his passion for aviation.
  • What is a flight test engineer?
  • Why he became a flight test engineer.
  • Advice on becoming an engineer.
  • Society Of Flight Test Engineers.
  • Why it is important to dedicate yourself to a lifetime of learning.
  • Pilot training and future.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

http://www.sfte.org/ 

Air Traffic Controller, Careers, Podcast

ACP285 Life Of An Air Traffic Control Tower Manager with George Harper

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Air Traffic Control Manager

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today joining me is air traffic control tower manager George Harper to discuss what life is like working as a controller in a tower. 

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

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.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

  • George and his journey to the tower cab.
  • How he developed his passion for aviation?
  • Does everyone who operates in a control tower work for the FAA?
  • What is a contract tower?
  • What are the top reasons for becoming an Air Traffic Controller?
  • What are the challenges of being an Air Traffic Controller?
  • How to become an Air Traffic Controller.
  • Advice to those looking towards becoming a controller.
  • Pay and benefits.
  • Facility of the year 2019.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

ATC Example

https://www.flypgd.com/pgd-tower-rva-award/

http://www.rvainc.com/ 

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/air-traffic-controllers.htm

Usajobs.com

Faa.gov

Careers, Pilot, Podcast

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

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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.

Announcements:

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/ 

Cargo, COVID-19, Pilot, Podcast, Simulator

ACP283 Cargo Pilot Kayleigh Bordner

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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. 

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

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. Be quick as there is only a limited supply!

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:

If ATC gives you a number to call, should you make that call?

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://www.facebook.com/Ameriflight/photos/first-officer-kayleigh-bordner-taking-advantage-of-the-warm-and-sunny-weather-in/1984647878243134/ 

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/ 

https://www.airraceclassic.org/

https://w3.ameriflight.com/ups-flightpath/