Stay ConnectedAt Squawk Ident we explore the many pathways to an aviation profession, the challenges that a professional aviator can expect in today’s market place, and we share many stories along the way.
Join in on the conversation with your hosts Av8rTony, Captain Roger, Captain Rob, Alex, and Terry.
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recorded 07JUL2024
Welcome aboard Flight 146 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - WOCL Flying
On today’s flight Captain Roger,Terry S., and I discuss flight benefits, the downward trend in hiring practices, jet lag, and what is WOCL. We will also take a look at the history and development of the Dallas Fort/Worth International Airport.
So stick with us as we discuss all this, the 146th episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast.
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recorded on 22MAY2024
Welcome aboard Flight 145 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - the Cliché.
On today’s flight Av8rTony, Rob, and Terry discuss what we have all been up to over the last few months and why the Squawk Ident Podcast has been in the hanger over the past few months.
We also discuss unexpected emergencies, fuel leaks, Mx delays, the importance of a good walk around, and reserve rule enhancements. We also talk about A.I.D.S. or (Aviation Induced Divorce Syndrome), how it is a cliché in the industry, and what steps one can take to help prevent it.
So stick with us as we discuss all this, the 145th episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast.
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recorded on the 19MAR2024
Welcome aboard Flight 144 of the Squawk Ident podcast - When the Music Stops. On today’s flight Roger and I discuss the media’s myopic lens over the recent rash of United aircraft making headlines. We also discuss the alleged slowdown of airline pilot hiring practices, and we discuss how you can get your hands on Delta Airlines aircraft trading cards.
We are also joined today by a Legacy Airlines 737 captain. The last time he was on the podcast was on Flight 22 - From Traffic Watch Pilot for AM-720 to Boeing 737 Pilot. That episode first aired on the 01FEB2020, and is where you can hear all about CaptainFrenn’sjourney in aviation.
On today’s episode Captain Frenn will update us on his journey and he will share his thoughts on the quarterly airlines earnings e-mails, why pilots should pay attention to them, and the industry’s financial future and how it affects the aviation career.
So stick with us as we discuss all this, the 144th episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast.
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recorded on 12FEB2024
Welcome aboard Flight 143 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - A Good Foundation is Key
On today’s flight Rob, Alex, and I discuss go-arounds and when you should do them, and how the FAA is pushing back on the potential age 67 rule.
We also have the honor in speaking with a guest who started his aviation career at Seneca College in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where he earned himself a bachelors in Aviation Technology in Flight. After being selected into the Jazz Cadet Program, he successfully completed the program and was offered a position as a first officer on the Dash8 100/300 at Jazz Aviation. After completing his TCAA to FAA license conversions and residency requirements, he attained a position at Legacy Airlines as a first officer on the A321 family of aircraft. Today, we explore Brian Nowogrodski’s journey and much more on this, the 143rd episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast.
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recorded on 14JAN2024
Welcome aboard Flight 142 of the Squawk Ident Podcast, Aviation Networking.
On today’s flight Alex D and I discuss winter flight schedules, how NOT to show up for an interview, and the best ways to get your airline application looked at.
We also have the honor in speaking with a guest who has work experience on both sides of the cockpit door. All this and more on this, the 142nd episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast.
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recorded on 15DEC2023
On today’s flight, as we approach the end of 2023, we celebrate Season 5’s final flight. Captain Roger, Alex D., Terry S., and Av8rTony discuss the required flexibility of Part 91 & 135 schedules vs. airline schedules, temporary duty assignments and commuting, 750hrs at Sandpiper, distractions of tech, and the inevitability of the age 67 ruling. So stay with us as we run our final checklists as we prepare to push off the gate. Flight 141 of the Squawk Ident Podcast is underway.
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The case for letting older airline pilots keep flying
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Recorded on 30OCT2023
Welcome aboard Flight 140 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Flying High.
On today’s flight we visit with almost all of the Squawk Ident Crew, on the same flight. We discuss a range of topics from low visibility take-offs, pilot hiring, and how to show up prepared to an interview. We also discuss international charts, the NOS vs Jeppesen debate , and Mental Health breakdowns and the stigma to ask for help.
So stay with us as we run our final checklists as we prepare to push off the gate. Flight 140 of the Squawk Ident Podcast is officially underway.
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recorded on 26SEP2023
Welcome aboard Flight 139 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Airline Retirement
On today’s flight, we will be joined by a wide body captain that has recently flown his final flight as a commercial airline pilot. After 38 years of flying the line, he has hung up his Captain’s hat for a final time. He joins us today to explain the retirement process at an airline, how he has handled the transition, and if we are lucky enough, he will tell us about some of the highlights from his illustrious journey in aviation. We also hear from Captain Rob’s medical emergency diversion, and Alex’s new role at “Sand Pipper."
Captain Keith Wolzinger will be joining us today, so stay tuned as we run our final checks and prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 139 of Squawk Ident Podcast is officially under way.
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Recorded on 22AUG2023
Welcome on board Flight 138 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Professionalism in the Profession.
On today’s flight, I am grateful to sit down with some amazing pilots and Squawk Ident co-hosts to discuss the profession of aviation. We will catch up with Captain Rob, Terry, Alex, and Av8rTony. Together, we discuss professionalism in the profession, PLM, the FAA's focus on personal devices, and the retirement numbers within the industry.
We also discuss some recent events that have many of us scratching our heads. From axe wielding Captains, to pilots collapsing due to stress induced heart-attacks.
All this and more on this, the 138th episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast.
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recorded on 05AUG2023
Welcome on board Flight 137 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Emotional Intelligence
On today’s flight, I have the privilege to sit down with one of Legacy Airline’s newest First Officers. Together, we will discover how his journey in aviation started in Honduras and has led him to become a Legacy Airbus pilot. We welcome First Officer Gorki to the show today. We recount our time together at long term Airbus flight training, and we discuss the process from interview to check ride. We also discuss captain PAs and how what you say can and will go viral in the court of social media.
All this and more on this the 137th episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast.
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