The Pilot Network Podcast

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Adam Answers Your Questions Nov 02, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan engages in audience Q&A, discusses job opportunities in aviation, and emphasizes the importance of well-rounded applicants. He also talks about the current operations tempo and morale, introduces TPN Casting, and shows support for teen's aviation photography.

Adam drops into your feed today to answer some of your questions. If you have a question you would like to ask, you can email heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com or post it on Facebook.

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(0:00) Introduction and Sponsorship: Aeronautical Coffee Company (1:08) Audience Q&A and Facebook Group Discussions (2:40) Job Opportunities in Aviation (4:19) Part 121 Gigs and Career Choices (5:19) Emphasizing on Well-rounded Applicants (7:07) Opportunities and Trading on TPN (9:15) Current Ops Tempo and Morale Discussion (11:43) Sponsor: Mill Keep (12:26) Support for Teen's Aviation Photography (13:02) Introduction of TPN Casting and Episode Wrap-up

Solo show: Adam delves into his personal side... Oct 20, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan shares updates on the airline industry and extends an invitation to FedEx pilots. He discusses the impact of understaffing on pilots, their work-life balance, and the importance of supportive routines. The topic of mental health within the pilot community is addressed, followed by a segment on enhancing negotiation skills. Adam concludes with reflections on the pilot profession.

This is a special episode from Adam personally to you. We are going to get personal. New contracts, what it’s like to work at the airlines right now, and some self-care advice. He also talks about some podcasts and masterclasses he is currently listening to.

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(0:00) Sponsor: Aeronautical Coffee Company (1:21) Airline Industry News & Personal Updates from Adam (2:19) Invitation to FedEx Pilots (4:11) Impact of Understaffing on Pilots (5:38) Work-Life Balance Experiences (7:25) Importance of Supportive Routines and Teacher Appreciation (9:31) Mental Health in the Pilot Community (10:22) Personal Development: Negotiation Skills (12:07) Reflection on the Pilot Profession (13:22) Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Re-Release: Richard McSpadden: AOPA Air Safety Institute Sr. Vice President and former Commander of the USAF Thunderbirds Oct 10, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan chats with Richard McSpadden about transitioning from active duty to general aviation (GA), the role of a GA pilot, and the impact of automation and AI on aviation safety. They also discuss AOPA's mission, how to contribute to its safety initiatives, and Richard's advice for safer piloting.

We are deeply saddened to report that Richard McSpadden died in an aircraft accident outside Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday afternoon. The Cessna 177 Cardinal in which Richard was in the right seat experienced an emergency after takeoff. The airplane attempted to return to the airport but failed to make the runway. Both occupants lost their lives.

Richard was a very accomplished pilot, including serving as commander of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds during his military career, and a trusted colleague, friend, son, husband, and father.

Richard is survived by his wife, Judy; his son, Grant; and his daughter, Annabel.

Our thoughts are with Richard’s family at this time.

The Pilot Network wants to echo the AOPA with our sincerest and heartfelt thoughts to Richard's family. He led through selfless action and was a pilot's pilot. Thank you for making us all a little better at flying airplanes; your legacy will live on through aviators everywhere. Tailwinds Rich...

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(0:00) Introduction and tribute to Richard McFadden (2:06) Guest Introduction: Richard McSpadden's Background and Career (7:32) Career Transition: From Active Duty to General Aviation (GA) (14:55) Keeping a hand in GA while in the military (18:16) Joining AOPA to Protect and Grow GA (21:12) The Role of a GA Pilot: A Discussion on Safety Measures and Communication (26:24) Safety in Aviation: The Five Principle Model and the Impact of Automation and AI (30:20) AOPA's Mission and its Contribution to Aviation Safety (34:44) How to Contribute to AOPA's Safety Initiatives and the Growth of GA (37:07) Richard McSpadden's Advice for Safer Piloting and Reflection on Personal Flying Experience (43:06) Closing Questions and Contact Information for Richard and the Air Safety Institute (45:02) Closing Remarks and How to Reach The Pilot Network Podcast

John McFarlin is saving USAF pilot recruiting all by himself! Oct 06, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan welcomes guest John McFarlin to discuss the Air Force's pilot loss and retention problems, the challenges of applying to multiple flying units, and the difficulty of producing experienced instructor pilots. They also delve into the potential of expanding Mill Recruiter to other branches and how to use their portal effectively.

Today on the show we are joined by John McFarlin, also known as SLAP. For those of you looking for that coveted guard or reserve gig, and need some help figuring out the next step, this episode is for you. He also talks about a new service he is offering to help people streamline their applications for the airlines.

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(0:00) Sponsor: Aeronautical Coffee Company (0:50) Introducing guest John McFarlin (2:24) Updates from Bogey Dope land and military side issues (3:33) The Air Force's pilot loss and retention problems (5:12) Introduction of Mill Recruiter's offerings for pilot retention (13:22) Challenges of applying to multiple flying units and Mill Recruiter's solution (16:34) The difficulty of producing experienced instructor pilots (21:29) Losing pilots after transition to the guard (28:03) How to use the Mill Recruiter portal (34:15) Potential of expanding Mill Recruiter to other branches (41:17) Advocating for the TPN mission and supporting services (44:00) Reaching out to The Pilot Network and closing remarks

Shane Platt - Airline Apps Sep 29, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan and Shane Platt delve into the intricacies of Airline Apps, discussing the impact of pilot shortage on regional airlines, and offering advice on application submissions. They also explore industry trends, the regional carrier model, and the transition from military to airline applications.

Today we are joined by Shane Platt, COO of Airline Apps. Many of us want to peak behind the curtain of Airline Apps to see what happened to the mountain of resumes and applications for the various airlines. Shane is a former Marine pilot who now works for a major airline, and on the show today, we sit down to answer all your unanswered questions about the world of Airline Apps.

Aeronautical Coffee Company

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(0:00) Introduction and Sponsor: Aeronautical Coffee Company (1:12) Understanding the Behind-the-Scenes at Airline Apps with Shane Platt (6:35) The Impact of Pilot Shortage on Regional Airlines (9:12) Advice on Submission and Updating of Airline Applications (14:43) The Importance of Early Start in the Application Process (22:36) Industry Trends and Application Process Insights from Shane Platt (26:02) Discussion on the Regional Carrier Model and Its Implications (29:50) Transition from Military to Airline Applications: Shane Platt's Journey (34:16) Changes in Airline Recruitment Over the Years (39:49) How to Reach Out to Airline Apps for Support and Wrap Up

Adam and Anthony (our amazing correspondent!) debate sleep protocols Sep 20, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan and Anthony Felix discuss the importance of sleep protocols in flight operations. They delve into balancing work, home life, and recovery after long trips. The discussion also covers strategies to manage irregular sleep schedules, the impact of light on sleep cycles, and the use of sleep aids for jet lag. They stress the importance of recognizing fatigue and having a personal sleep strategy.

This episode features one of the TPN Pro correspondents, Anthony Felix. Anthony is a cargo pilot for a major cargo airline. We debate sleep protocols and come to an understanding of being on international routes going in opposite directions around the world. We hope you enjoy this conversation and take something of value away. If you enjoyed this conversation, you can look into joining TPN Pro to read some of his articles.

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(0:00) Introduction and the importance of TPN pro (1:42) Guest introduction and discussion on sleep protocols in flight operations (5:12) Introduction to TPN writers and Anthony Felix's journey with TPN (10:21) Balancing work, home life and importance of recovery after long trips (13:00) Importance of a consistent sleep schedule for health and safety (16:04) Techniques for managing irregular sleep schedules and discussing seniority (22:08) Balancing socializing with sleep needs and discussion on hub turns (25:18) Impact of light on sleep cycles and strategies for trips to Eastern Europe (29:39) Use of sleep aids for managing jet lag and dealing with 24-hour layovers (40:20) Importance of having a plan for maintaining health on the road and managing unique flying schedules (53:58) Importance of recognizing fatigue and having a personal sleep strategy (59:13) Conclusion and thanking the show's producer, editor and director

Back again! Tait Duryea brings the knowledge about markets, money, and management Sep 13, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan and Tait delve into the world of real estate and investments. They discuss the 2023 update on Turbine Capital, explain real estate syndication, and share insights on making your own luck in investments. The duo also debunk the myth of waiting for a crash to buy, provide an overview of the current real estate market, and assess the state of small businesses and retail. They conclude by comparing real estate and passive income investments.

You may know Tait from The Passive Income Pilot Podcast, TPNx, or TPN in general. He is all things real estate, financial guru, and airline pilot extraordinaire. He is on the show today to give us some updates on the market, what he is doing with his company, and what’s going on in the world of real estate. Neither of us are professional financial consultant, so use this episode as a starting point to making your financial decisions.

Listen to The Passive Income Pilots Show

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(4:15) 2023 update on Tait’s business, Turbine Capital (6:40) What is real estate syndication? (13:27) Making your own luck in the world of investments (26:07) Why waiting for the crash to buy is a terrible idea (and what you should do instead) (29:21) An overview of the current real estate market (37:00) The current state of small business and retail (41:50) Real estate vs. passive income investments

Mental Health with Keith Roxo of Wingman Med Aug 08, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan and Dr. Keith Rockso delve into the crucial topic of pilot mental health, discussing FAA misconceptions, insurance impacts, and the benefits of Direct Primary Care. They navigate the FAA medical process for pilots with past mental health conditions or ADHD history, and explore FAA's stance on safety, mental health, and clinical trials.

Today’s guest is once again Dr. Keith Roxo of Wingman Med. He has been on the show before, but today we are talking specifically about pilot mental health. We discuss how the FAA views mental health and some of the pitfalls related to insurance and unraveling childhood diagnoses and PTSD.

This episode is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be used as legal or medical advice.

Find Wingman Med Online

contact@wingmenmed.com

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(2:45) The FAA's view of mental health in pilots (7:23) The mental health readiness checklist for pilots (8:42) What makes a mental health appointment reportable (15:30) Finding the right mental health professional (18:02) Why you should get yourself a direct primary care physician (26:12) What you need to know about a PTSD diagnosis as a pilot (31:48) How to handle a childhood diagnosis (40:40) When a mental health struggle can be considered a disorder

TPNx Live 3: Pilots, Piedmont, and All-Americans featuring Grace Wilson Jun 05, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan welcomes Grace Wilson, a non-pilot recruiter at Piedmont Airlines. They discuss the role of recruiters, cadet programs, and opportunities for military personnel at Piedmont. Grace shares her journey into aviation and the future of Piedmont Airlines. They also explore Grace's life as a Division 1 Equestrian athlete.

Grace Wilson is a pilot recruiter from Piedmont Airlines, and they joined us live at TPNx in April. The cadet programs are often overlooked by pilots who are retiring from the military. But the program at Piedmont Airlines is certainly worth checking out, especially if you want to get your foot in the door of commercial aviation. So Grace shares more about the cadet program at Piedmont and some of her career in aviation.

Piedmont Airlines Career Page

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(0:00) Introduction and welcoming Grace Wilson (1:18) Role of non-pilot pilot recruiter and cadet programs at Piedmont Airlines (3:01) Opportunities for military personnel at Piedmont Airlines and Grace's journey into aviation (5:01) Exploring other opportunities in aviation and Piedmont's popular bases (7:33) The importance of reinvigorating passion for flying and Grace's transition to a Division 1 Equestrian athlete (10:12) A day in the life of a Division 1 Equestrian athlete and the point system in equestrian events (12:35) Future of Piedmont Airlines and their recruiting efforts (12:58) Information about Piedmont Airlines and their cadet program (13:36) Discussion about Grace's equestrian athlete status (14:02) Wrapping up the episode and contact information for Adam Uhan and co-host Matt

TPNx Live 2: James Szydlowski…That Coffee Dude May 19, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan chats with James Szydlowski about his aviation career and his coffee roasting business, Aeronautical Coffee. They discuss James' experience at TPNX, their preferred labs - Boeing vs Airbus, underrated layover cities, the sports culture in Cincinnati, and James' favorite pizza spot in Phoenix. They wrap up with plans for the Aeronautical Coffee Company at the upcoming TPNX event.

James Szydlowski joins us live from TPNx to talk about a coffee company he started recently. James has managed to combine his two passions of coffee and aviation by creating coffee for pilots. Coffee is an essential part of any pilot’s daily life, so please enjoy Adam and James talking about coffee. James also shares some details on his aviation career and what he’s doing at TPNx.

3:01 - How James got into the coffee business

3:55 - The details of how they source their beans and make the coffee

4:57 - About James’s aviation career and what brought him to TPNx

7:49 - The most underrated and overrated layover cities in the world

James’ coffee company - https://aeronauticalcoffee.com/

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(0:00) Introduction of guest James Szydlowski and his aviation-based coffee company (2:58) Start of coffee roasting business and sourcing of coffee beans (4:50) James shares about his aviation career and aspirations (5:27) James' experience at TPNX and potential business opportunities (7:12) Discussion on preferred labs - Boeing vs Airbus (7:51) Discussion on underrated and overrated layover cities (10:36) Sports culture in Cincinnati and favorite layover cities (12:27) Recommendation of Pizza Bianca in Phoenix and introduction to Neapolitan style pizza (12:56) Transition to discussion on Aeronautical Coffee Company and how to connect on social media (13:42) TPNX event plans with Aeronautical Coffee Company and closing remarks

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