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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 Av…
3 months 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 th…
3 months, 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 th…
3 months, 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 …
3 months, 2 weeks 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 gettin…
3 months, 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 passe…
4 months, 1 week 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…
4 months, 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 stori…
4 months, 3 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 Ma…
4 months, 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-hid…
5 months ago