Podcast Episodes

S02E58: Sport Pilot Certificates & MOSAIC Updates – Making Aviation More Accessible

Season 2 Episode 58

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, hosts Brandon Martini and Carson dive into Sport Pilot Certificates and the recent MOSAIC rule changes that are making them more accessible than ever.…

Published on 8 hours ago

S02E57: Pilot Demand Is Soaring – Boeing’s 20-Year Forecast and What It Means for Aspiring Aviators

Season 2 Episode 57

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, hosts Brandon Martini and Carson Vasquez break down Boeing’s latest 20-year aviation industry forecast—and the numbers are staggering.

The industry wil…

Published on 1 week, 1 day ago

S02E56: Brandon Martini Named NBAA 40 Under 40 – Celebrating Aviation Milestones

Season 2 Episode 56

In Episode 56 of the Aviation Mentors Podcast 🎙️, Brandon Martini celebrates being named one of NBAA’s 2025 “40 Under 40” award recipients, an incredible milestone for Brandon and the Stratus Financi…

Published on 3 weeks, 1 day ago

S02E55: Pilot Currency vs. Proficiency: What Every Pilot Should Know

Season 2 Episode 55

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast 🎙️, Brandon and Carson share their recent flying adventures and the lessons that came with them. From splash-and-go landings in an Icon A5 near Long Be…

Published on 4 weeks, 1 day ago

S02E54: Oshkosh 2025 (Part 3)

Season 2 Episode 54

🎙️ From humble beginnings to milestone moments.

We’re proud to announce Sean Galloway as the winner of our $10,000 Stratus Fly to Success Scholarship. His passion and creativity reminded us why we lo…

Published on 1 month ago

S02E53: Oshkosh 2025 (Part 2)

Season 2 Episode 53

🎙️ The FAA just dropped a game-changer—and we’re diving straight into it. In this episode of Aviation Mentors, Brandon and Carson break down the long-awaited MOSAIC rule and why it’s about to shake u…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

S02E52: Oshkosh 2025 (Part 1)

Season 2 Episode 52

🎙️ From European castles to Oshkosh slip ‘n slides — this episode’s got it all. Brandon spills the highs, lows, and downright bizarre moments from a month-long adventure across Europe, capped off wit…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

S02E51: Answering your Questions on Reddit (Part 11)

Season 2 Episode 51

🎙️ What do student pilots really need—fancy flying clubs or structured schools? How can you build cross-country time without wrecking your wallet? In this high-energy episode, Brandon and Carson tack…

Published on 2 months ago

S02E50: Small Pilot, Big Dreams

Season 2 Episode 50

🎙️ In this 50th episode, Brandon hands the mic to a surprise guest—11-year-old Rex, son of Stratus’ customer service lead and a long-time flight school regular. From hangar hijinks and airshow thrill…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

S02E49: You Know You’re a CFI When… (Part 4)

Season 2 Episode 49

🎙️ Power-on or power-off landings? Mandatory flight following or just a “nice to have”? And should spin training REALLY wait ‘til you’re commercial?

In this no-holds-barred episode, Brandon and Carso…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago