Category Archives: Unmanned Aircraft Systems

ACP130 From Zero to Hero and Job opportunities for UAV Pilots

Nate Tennant Zero to Hero
In this episode we talk to Nate Tennant, a fan of the podcast who did the “Zero to Hero” program from All ATP. Nate is a 26 year old CFI, MEI, CFII currently working for 2 companies in Atlanta. One of which is flying unique and vintage airplanes for a youtube channel.

Nate and I discuss:

How he developed his passion for aviation.

Side jobs available in the UAV industry.

ATP or other fast track programs. Nate went from zero hours to fully certified CFI in 8 months and so can you!

Pick Of the Week:

Gold Seal’s YouTube channel

Gold Seal’s Remote Pilot Channel

Gold Method Online Pilot Testing

Gold Seal’s FAA Ground School

Gold Seal’s UAV Ground School

ACP087 Drones and Your Aviation Career

RyanSimIs a career flying, fixing, or supporting drones in your career future? Today I am joined by Ryan Wallace from Polk State College to discuss the career opportunities in the world of Commercial Drones. Ryan is a professor of Aeronautical Science and is actively involved in the local Unmanned Aircraft System Community.

Ryan and I Discuss:

  • The demand for drone pilots in the military and commercial world.
  • Why drones are causing an increased demand for pilots.
  • How to get started in the exciting career of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
  • Why more drones are in our future.
  • Organizations you can join to look towards a career in UAS.

 

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

The Golden Age of Unmanned Flight

Air Force Will Offer Bonuses To Lure Drone Pilots

AUVSI – Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International

Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Drone Delivers Medicine to Rural Virginia Clinic

FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems

The UAV Digest

Special Investigation Report on the Safety of Agricultural Aircraft Operations

Polk State College Aerospace