Recently hired or simply wondering if you can pass IOE at an airline? Today joining me is Derek Lagasse, a former check chairman with a regional carrier and now 737 first officer at a major airline. We’ll discuss how to successfully pass your Initial Operating Experience (IOE). Introduction What is IOE? What is different and … Continue reading ACP442 How To Pass IOE →

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Have you ever looked skyward at the floating bubble of peaceful artwork and wondered what it would be like to be a balloon pilot? Well today we have with us Craig Elliott, author of The Balloonatics – Memoir of a Professional Hot Air Balloon Pilot. Talking Points: How Craig got involved in ballooning in 1976 … Continue reading ACP441 Professional Balloon Pilot with Craig Elliott →

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Are you dreaming of landing your ideal pilot job in 2026, but feel overwhelmed by the competition and changing hiring landscape? We’re breaking down exactly what it takes to stand out, offering insider insights and a clear roadmap to secure those highly sought-after positions. Don’t let your dream remain a dream. The 2026 Pilot Landscape: … Continue reading ACP440 Land Your Dream Job →

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There are many ways you can pay for your flight training, but what is best for you? In today’s episode, we will dive into the many methods of funding your flight training with a few hacks you may never have thought of. Pay Cash Family and friends. https://www.nerdwallet.com/taxes/learn/gift-tax-rate Scholarships It is worth the work. If … Continue reading ACP439 Paying For Flight Training →

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Ever wonder what it really takes to land that dream airline pilot job? It’s far more than just flying skills. Join me as I pull back the curtain on the grueling, often frustrating, yet ultimately rewarding journey of the airline interview – a test of dedication and resilience that few truly understand. Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use … Continue reading ACP438 The Elusive Airline Interview: Pilot Persistence Pays →

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I was sold on the myth that you could not have an aviation career in your 30’s,boy where are they wrong! I did it and so can you. Now I help people of all ages transition to a career in aviation whether they are in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and more. Are you wondering if … Continue reading ACP437 Debunking the Myth: It’s NOT Too Late For An Aviation Career Past 30 →

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During our coaching sessions we discuss a financial plan towards reaching your goal as a pilot. But now that you have achieved success in your career what is next? How do we have a more fulfilling life as an airline pilot but also how do we build wealth to help our family and others. This … Continue reading ACP436 The Wealthy Pilot →

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Social media and our friends can be full of negativity and bad advice so how do we navigate our way through this gauntlet of adversity? In this episode we will discuss how to prevent people you don’t even know or care about from stealing your aviation dream. Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use the coupon code “CoachItForward” for … Continue reading ACP435 Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Dream →

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Ever dreamed of a high-flying career that doesn’t involve piloting a plane? Imagine a world of private jets, exclusive clients, and limitless possibilities. But is the glamorous life of a jet charter broker truly for you? Joining me today is Lindsey Begnaud of https://justlandedjets.com/ to discuss the realities of this demanding yet rewarding aviation career. … Continue reading ACP434 Is A Jet Charter Broker Career Right For You? →

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With a looming shortage of qualified mechanics, how will MROs and potential employees navigate the future hiring environment. You will be surprised by what you will discover as we discuss this and more with Elliott Aviation CEO Michael Parrish. Elliott Aviation has successfully been providing aircraft solutions including sales, FBO services, and more. Today we … Continue reading ACP433 MRO Career Opportunities And Why Choosing The Right Culture Is Important. →

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Hi Carl, We truly enjoy your excellent podcasts and have learned a great deal about the aviation industry through them. As parents, we greatly value your expert insights, which have helped us better understand the pilot career path. Do you feel that airline recruiters value an aviation management degree from a UND, Embry-Riddle type aviation … Continue reading ACP432 Should I Send My Child To A Top Aviation University If They Want To Become a Pilot? →

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