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53. What character traits do successful pilots have? Apr 27, 2021

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Flight Advice: Stay at the regionals with a new baby or go corporate? [16:10] // Erika Armstrong updates us on the FAA requiring SMS for operators [26:04] // Erika shares some observations on the character traits of successful pilots she sees in her university classes [50:12] Story time: Erika uses humor to defuse an emergency on the 727 [1:08:30]

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52. Who's hiring and what are they looking for? Apr 13, 2021

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Flight Advice: Take the PC-12 captain upgrade or go fly a jet? [12:37] // Apparently all the airlines are hiring again! James Onieal shares the latest hiring news and gives tips on how to get an interview ASAP [21:08] // United's diversity training announcement was a hot topic for pilots this week, the guys discuss [50:12]

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Sleep with me podcast

Bribery Blog post from Advanced Aircrew Academy

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51. How can I improve my communication with the boss? Mar 23, 2021

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Mailbag: Listener pushback on INTL Flying and what defines a Legacy airline? [9:12] // Communicating with your principal: Dylan and Max share what they've learned after participating in NBAA webinar [24:40] // Max gives an update on his Murphy Moose build [41:13] // Storytime with Max and Dylan: Flat tire in the Mooney [50:20]

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NBAA Small Operator Learning Series [Must be NBAA Member to access]

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50. Would you be better off flying for a ULCC over a legacy carrier? Mar 09, 2021

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Dylan has a PSA for those applying for jobs online // Should we change our perception of ULCCs and can they be good long-term destination for pilots? Jason DuVernay shares his perspective as a ULCC pilot and recaps his interview with former Spirit Airlines CEO Ben Baldanza [14:43] // We discuss Breeze Airlines and Jason shares some insight on how to get hired at Breeze [54:40] // Zach, former wide-body pilot and current ULCC pilot, compares the types of flying [1:10:00] // Christian, AZBAA Scholarship Chairman, explains how to get free money for flight training [1:21:46] // Storytime with Dylan: Go around and diversion during FAA Line Check [1:35:41]

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Raven Careers Aviation Podcast

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Airlines Confidential Podcast

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49. What's the going on with all of these runway excursions? Feb 23, 2021

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Max shares how he handled a mechanical during a recent trip and we open the mailbag // What's to be done about all of these runway excursions? Dan Boedigheimer, CEO of Advanced Aircrew Academy, joins us to explain what's going on and share some mitigation strategies [21:11] // Story time with Dan: What happens with the owner dies while on a trip? [59:15] // Flight Advice: How can pilots avoid making disastrous financial decisions while unemployed or furloughed? We call Pilot Financial Advisor Josh Flatley for advice [1:08:20]

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Orange County Destination Guide

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48. Straight talk with Ted plus Max and the Meme Lords Feb 09, 2021

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Airfare Snack Pouch giveaway winner announced // Straight talk with Ted: Captains who love YouTube plus the cat content you're here for [11:51] // Roy joins us to discuss pilot meme culture taking on mental health and the FAA [28:06] // Max talks about his latest project: building a Murphy Moose [43:30] // One of our listeners calls in to share their insane story about narrowly avoiding a collision on takeoff at the Heber Airport [53:03]

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47. Furloughed and Confused with James Onieal Jan 26, 2021

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Dealing with tower closures at SNA, PHX, and a surprise burrito induced fire // Flight Advice: Furloughed regional airline pilot has a corporate opportunity but is getting recalled. James Onieal joins us to offer his insight [17:00] // One of our listeners shares an incredible story about accidentally landing at a cartel airport in Mexico [1:01:00]

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46. Lessons Learned in 2020 plus Flight Advice Jan 12, 2021

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Dylan and Max reflect on 2020 and share some of their lessons learned including: adapting to changing market conditions, handling pay negotiations, and Dylan's lack of affection for KHCR // Flight Advice: What should a pilot do if the principal wants to break away from the management company? [27:45] // Storytime: Max outsmarts a broken APU in Goose Bay to save his European ski trip [41:51]

NBAA Covid-19 Vaccine Webinar moderated by Dylan

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45. The Flight Department Company Trap with John Clark Dec 08, 2020

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Flight Advice: A young regional airline pilot in need of some relationship advice // John Clark, COO and Chief Counsel at Jet RVSM explains the flight department company trap and professional pilots should care [29:16] // John breaks down hot legal topics for professional pilots [1:09:00] // Story Time: Max rents a dirt bike to explore Karpathos, Greece [1:28:13]

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"Cooling" Letter / FAA Interpretation

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44. The Wonderful World of LOAs with Christy DeYoung Nov 24, 2020

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Mailbag: Even more COVID-19 vaccine discussion // Christy DeYoung, President of JetRVSM, joins us to educate us on the current landscape of LOAs for Pt 91 aircraft [15:44] // Christy breaks down the latest with RVSM and ADS-B // Story Time: Part two of Dylan's fiasco in Trinidad plus Max and the buddy hose

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