We're back! In this episode I talk with Aaron Hepps. Aaron is a relatively new First Officer for a wholly-owned Regional Airline. Aaron talks about what training was like when he started, what life is like as a regional airline pilot, and more!

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In this episode, we talk about the lessons learned and a few tips and tricks that I’ve used over the last 6 months as a brand new CFI. Things like patience, attitude, being prepared, making mistakes, and of course keeping your knowledge up as a CFI yourself. If you like the show, go ahead and subscribe, rate, & review.

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In this episode, we talk about the return of the podcast and whats been going on in my life over the last few months, Amazon Prime air adding 737 to its cargo fleet of aircraft, and finally, we listen to an interview regarding a recent Senate subcommittee with government officials regarding aviation oversight. If you like the show, be sure to rate, comment, and tell your friends! Thanks!

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In this episode, we’re talking about the Commercial Pilot checkride, specifically the airplane single engine land category and class. Ill be taking about my recent commercial checkride experience including how I prepared for the checkride and the checkride itself. If you like the show, be sure to rate, comment, and tell your friends! Thanks!

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In this episode, we sit down with Matt Johnston. President and founder of California Aeronautical University in Bakersfield, CA. We cover everything from why he decided to open CAU and Discuss the process of creating a new school, the campus itself including facilities and aircraft, the programs CAU has to offer, and whats in store for the future. Instagram: @thenickherring CAU: www.calaero.edu CAU Insta: @calaero If you like the show, be sure to rate, comment, and tell your friends! Thanks!

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In this episode, we’re talking about Flight Education, specifically when it comes to choosing a school . Whether it’s a university aviation degree program, a fastrack type program or even a smaller flight school at your local airport. I share with you how I went about choosing the school I currently attend and talk about all the possible things to consider when choosing a school that’s right for you. Instagram: @thenickherring If you like the show, be sure to rate, comment, and tell your friends! Thanks!

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Join myself and Moises Robles as we talk about our first-time journey to EAA Airventure Oshkosh 2018! We talk about our experiences, what/who we saw, and much more! Instagram: @thenickherring If you like the show, be sure to rate, comment, and tell your friends! Thanks!

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A little shorter episode this time around. This is episode 5 where we talk about how the partnership between Airbus and bombardier came about, a surprising order announcement for the new aircraft from a US carrier, and what this means for the future of Airbus and Bombardier. Don't forget, I will be flying out to EAA Airventure Oshkosh in our schools awarded brand-new Top Hawk Cessna 172s. The aircraft will be on display at the AOPA booth so come stop by and say hi! Also, send me an email if you're going to be there! Instagram: @thenickherring If you like the show, be sure to rate and comment in the Apple Podcast app and tell your friends! Thanks!

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This is part 2 of 2 discussing a career as a Flight Instructor. In this episode we talk to Dave Kendrick. Long time pilot and CFI with over 45 years of experience. Dave is currently instructing the next generation of pilots at California Aeronautical University in Bakersfield, CA. Dave takes us into his colorful past of aviation and also gives us insight into what being a seasoned flight instructor is like nowadays compared to days of old. Don't forget, I will be flying out to EAA Airventure Oshkosh in our schools awarded brand-new Top Hawk Cessna 172s. The aircraft will be on display at the AOPA booth so come stop by and say hi! Also, send me an email if you're going to be there! Instagram: @thenickherring If you like the show, be sure to rate and comment in the Apple Podcast app and tell your friends! Thanks!

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We're back! Sorry for the almost month-long delay in getting an episode out. Things have been crazy lately. Anway, This is part 1 of 2 discussing a career as a Flight Instructor. Part 1's guest is Moises Robles, a brand new flight instructor at just age 19! We're both students at the same Aeronautical University, but Moises is just a few steps ahead of me and is now instructing at the school. He's here to tell us all about the transition from student, to the teacher. In other news, Moises and I will be flying out to EAA Airventure Oshkosh in our schools awarded brand-new Top Hawk Cessna 172s. The aircraft will be on display at the AOPA booth so come stop by and say hi! Also, send me an email if you're going to be there! Follow us on Instagram too! @thenickherring @moises.roblessed
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In this episode, we sit down with Mike Gottfried, an Air Traffic Controller for the Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport tower and TRACON. We talk all about how one can become ATC, what to expect out of the training and profession, and even a couple questions from some listeners of the show. If you like the show, be sure to rate and comment in the Apple Podcast app and tell your friends! Thanks!Comments, questions or suggestions about the show? Send me an email: [email protected]   Podcast artwork by Colby Nordberg