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144. 707s, NDBs, and Impossible Interviews (Mailbag & Flight Advice)
Episode 144
In this episode, Dylan and Max reminisce about the grueling interview days at American Eagle, where 500 hours landed you in the 707 sim. They compare corporate and airline training styles, from smoke…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
143. Can Light Sport Training Save You Big Bucks?
Episode 143
In this episode, Dylan and Max sit down with Kaity (aka Pilot Kaity) to explore her unconventional journey through light sport flight training. Kaity shares how she found a unique path that kept her …
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
142. What happens when pilots strike?
Episode 142
In this episode, Dylan shares his recent experience flying Southwest and reflects on the airline's unique in-flight culture. The guys also discuss the lessons from United's pilot strike and its impac…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
141. Thriving in Tough Times w/ James Onieal
Episode 141
In this episode, Dylan and Max welcome back career expert James Onieal from Raven Career Development to discuss the state of the aviation industry and how pilots can navigate these turbulent times. F…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
140. Ever Been Stuck with a Boring Co-Pilot?
Episode 140
Dylan and Max reflect on the surprising amount of time pilots spend together, from shared meals to long-haul convos in the cockpit. We cover Chapter 9 of Hard Landing in the book club. A listener wri…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
139 What Does It Take to Lead 11,000 Pilots? w/ SWAPA President Casey Murray
Episode 139
In this episode, Dylan and Max sit down with Casey Murray, President of the Southwest Airlines Pilots Association (SWAPA), to discuss the challenges and triumphs of leading 10,000 pilots. From contra…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
138. Feeling Stalled Out as a CFI? Here's How to Start Learning Pro Pilot Skills
Episode 138
In this episode, Dylan and Max dive into the surprising results from the 2024 AIN product survey, revealing a major shake-up in aircraft rankings—Bombardier is on top, while Gulfstream slips. The mai…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
137. What Should Pilots Do with Election-Year Market Jitters?
Episode 137
In this episode, Dylan and Max sit down with financial guru Timothy P. Pope to navigate the complexities of financial planning for pilots. From managing retirement funds during an election year to de…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
136. The Misadventures of Max plus Mailbag and Flight Advice
Episode 136
They guys catch up on their latest adventures. Book Club: Hard Landing Chapter 7. In this episode's mailbag, they discuss listener feedback on braking roll-aboards and tough non-rev adventures. Final…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
135. INTL Ops Update: GPS Spoofing and New Clearance Procedures
Episode 135
In this episode, Dylan and Max are joined by Greg from Advanced Air Crew Academy to discuss the latest updates in international operations. They dive into changes in oceanic clearance procedures, the…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago