Podcast Episodes

Captain Curt's Journey: From Working 3 Jobs to Flying Gulfstreams | Aviation Success Story

Season 3 Episode 207

Flight training costs, career timelines, and generational wisdom—what does it really take to make it as an airline pilot? ✈️

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, Brandon sits down with Cap…

Published on 16 hours ago

Winter Flying Safety for Pilots: Frost, Icing, FIKI Aircraft, and IFR Considerations

Season 3 Episode 206

Winter flying, icing, fog, and cold-weather decision-making—how do pilots actually manage the risks when temperatures drop? ❄️✈️

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, Brandon and Carson div…

Published on 1 week ago

Listener Questions (Part 12)

Season 3 Episode 205

Navigating thunderstorms, aircraft maintenance, and in-flight decision-making—what really happens behind the controls when things get tense? ⚡✈️

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, Brando…

Published on 2 weeks ago

The Aviation Side of Pearl Harbor: Surprises, Warbirds, and GA Takeaways

Season 3 Episode 204

Pearl Harbor, aviation history, and real lessons for today’s pilots—how does a two-hour attack from 1941 still shape the way we fly today? ✈️

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, Brandon a…

Published on 2 weeks, 5 days ago

Listener Questions (Part 11)

Season 3 Episode 203

What’s the right way to tell your CFI you’re confused? Should student pilots buy their own headset early? And is it normal to feel like you’re getting worse before you get better? ✈️

In this episode o…

Published on 4 weeks ago

Overlooked Aircraft Cleaning Tips That Improve Safety

Season 3 Episode 202

Keeping an airplane clean isn’t just about appearance—it’s a key part of aviation safety, professionalism, and building trust with students and passengers. ✈️✨

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors …

Published on 1 month ago

Ep 201 - The Hidden Risks in Flight Schools—and How to Fix Them Before You Scale

Season 3 Episode 201

Flying for currency, reconnecting with your flight school roots, and keeping safety at the center of aviation growth—this episode covers it all. ✈️

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, Bra…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Celebrating 200 Episodes – Aviation Mentors Reflect on Growth, Stories & the Journey Ahead

Season 3 Episode 200

In this special milestone episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, hosts Brandon Martini and Carson Vasquez celebrate 200 episodes of inspiring stories, mentorship, and aviation community growth. 🥂

Fr…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

S02E63: VFR Safety & IFR Traffic Awareness – Non-Towered Airport

Season 2 Episode 63

Flying VFR? Understanding IFR traffic is critical for safety even at non-towered airports.

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, Brandon Martini and Carson explore IFR approaches, shared ai…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

S02E62: Hidden Airplanes, Tailwheel Flying & The Real Cost of Aircraft Ownership

Season 2 Episode 62

In this episode of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, hosts Brandon Martini and Carson catch up in their brand-new studio to talk about Brandon’s long-hidden Cessna 120 and the challenges of bringing it b…

Published on 2 months ago