The Pilot Network Podcast

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TPNx Live 1: DALPA’s Mike Bell’s Union 101 May 12, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan and guest Mike Bell, a Delta pilot, explore the role of airline unions, the importance of volunteerism, and dispel common misconceptions. They discuss the unique aviation industry and the need for support networks. Light-hearted topics include comparing Boeing and Airbus lavatories and favorite airline snacks. The duo also share their favorite airports, unusual experiences, and hidden food gems at different airports. Lastly, they delve into ACMI as a career option.

In the next three weeks we are releasing interviews recorded during TPNx back in April.

In this episode, we are featuring a live convo with Mike Bell, a pilot with Delta. Mike has all of the critical info that pilots need to know about unions. A lot of pilots don’t understand what their union can do for them, so this interview will set you up with a basic understanding and more.

Pilots can benefit a lot from getting involved in their unions and other networks that are there to support them. Make sure you take advantage of the people who are here to support your career from the unions to TPNx.

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(0:00) Introduction and Guest: Mike Bell (1:28) The Role and Importance of Airline Unions (2:49) Getting Involved in Union Work (5:50) Unions and Career Progression (7:22) The Unique Nature of the Aviation Industry (9:21) Fun Questions: Aviation Preferences and Experiences (13:05) TPNX and Travel Experiences (14:41) Unique Flying Experiences: Paris and Saudi Arabia (15:24) Hidden Food Gems at Airports (16:41) Conclusion and Final Remarks with Mike Bell

Cory Glenn - Director of Pilot Recruiting and Development at American Airlines Lays it Down! Apr 19, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan converses with Corey Glenn, Director of Recruitment and Pilot Development at American Airlines. They delve into Corey's career, the aviation industry's challenges and future, hiring processes, and interview preparation. The duo also discuss the value of personal storytelling, TPNX events, and American Airlines' CJO event partnerships.

This is the last episode of the TPNx prep series, and it is with Cory Glenn, the director of recruitment and pilot development at American Airlines. They are going to be giving out CJOs to anyone who earns them. He joins us today to talk about what American is looking for in resumes and interviews today.

Cory has been an instructor in the military, and he is going to be celebrating his 9th anniversary with American Airlines this Saturday during TPNx. You are not going to miss this episode, because Cory will be sharing what you need to know if you want to be on the fast track to a multi-million dollar career with American.

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(4:56) Corey’s background and how he got into aviation (9:12) How American has handled the last couple of years (15:46) The typical hiring timeline for American Airlines (23:25) How to make sure your application stands out with American (38:43) How to use TPNx to your advantage if you want to join the American Airlines crew (52:55) Cory’s biggest advice for pilots going through the hiring process with the airlines

United Airlines - Captain KP Kirpatrick Apr 19, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan chats with Captain KP Kirpatrick from United Airlines about the Aviate program, post-pandemic hiring, and the evolving aviation landscape. They discuss the interview process, application tips, and the importance of networking in the industry. They wrap up with a segment on what makes a pilot candidate stand out.

Captain KP Kirpatrick has served at United Airlines in several different capacities. Before joining United, he served active duty in the airforce. KP gives us the goods on the current state of the industry and how to ready yourself for the meets and greets with the airlines.

Listen to this to prepare yourself for TPNx this week in Orlando!

Resources

For information about all United pilot pathways: United.com/pilots

More about Aviate program: Unitedaviate.com

For those ready to apply today, they can find the application at pilothiring.united.com

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(0:00) Introduction by Adam Uhan and TPNX event details (1:44) Guest Introduction: Kenneth K.P. Kerpatrick from United Airlines (5:02) Discussion on United's Aviate program and hiring since the pandemic (9:35) The changing landscape of the aviation industry (13:21) Future projections for retirements and hiring at United Airlines (15:11) Overview of the interview process and military pilot program at United (19:20) Tips for application, resume and interview preparation (26:40) Importance of job fairs, networking and public speaking in aviation industry (29:11) Preferred flying routes and aircraft at United Airlines (33:14) Memory items segment and what makes a candidate stand out at United (37:08) Announcement of a new military pilot program and contact information for United's pilot hiring team (40:09) Closing remarks and upcoming events on The Pilot Network Podcast

Delta Air Lines with Captain Ashish Naran Apr 18, 2023

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In this episode, Adam Uhan sits with Captain Ashish Naran to discuss Delta Airlines' current state, future outlook, and hiring plans. They delve into the application process, requirements, and what makes a candidate stand out. They also touch on Delta's family-oriented culture and new contract benefits for pilots.

Delta Air Lines will be at TPNx on April 21 and 22nd, so on the episode today, captain Ashish Naran is joining us for a TPNx preview. Ashish is a pilot recruiter with Delta, and he has held a few different positions with the company. Listen to this episode if you are interested in catching up with Delta at TPNx. We will be sharing everything you need to know about Delta Air Lines, its hiring process, and how you can prepare yourself to stand out.

Resources

For information about pilot careers at Delta Air Lines: https://www.delta.com/us/en/careers/pilots/overview

Ready to apply to Delta today, visit Airline apps to start your application https://www.airlineapps.com/jobs/details.aspx?emp=Delta-Air-Lines&job=First-Officer

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(2:45) The current and future state of Delta Air Lines (6:46) Hiring plans that Delta has for the rest of the year (7:41) What to expect when you sign up for a timeslot with Delta (10:40) Inside Delta’s unique hiring process (12:11) How to prepare for an interview with Delta (15:23) A typical hiring timeline with Delta (18:21) Minimum requirements to become a Delta pilot and how to stand out

Avelo Air - Scott Hall Apr 17, 2023

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Scott is the VP of flight ops for Avelo Air. They are a small startup airline, and they have a lot to offer pilots as employees and crew members. You will be able to catch up with Scott and Avelo at TPNx this year.

This episode is for anyone who wants to prep for an interview with Avelo Air. Make sure you listen all the way to the end of the episode for some solid tips on getting into the airline industry.

2:34 - Scott’s background and how he became a founder of an airline

5:46 - How to start an airline in a nutshell

8:44 - Some of the stats and info on Avelo Air

16:58 - Avelo’s timeline from a qualifying application to a training date (it’s pretty fast)

19:15 - What Avelo likes to see in their applicants

30:17 - Minimum qualifications to be considered by Avelo

Avelo Air Career Page

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VA Disability, Your FAA Medical, and Managing Health Concerns with Dr. Keith Roxo Apr 17, 2023

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Dr. Keith Roxo is the commercial Operations Director with Wingman Med. If you hold or hope to hold an FAA Medical, they are here to help you. Keith was on the show just about a year ago, so go back and check out that episode if you haven’t heard it before.

In the show today, Keith and Joe talk about navigating the VA disability process and accessing your true VA disability benefits without putting your FAA Medical at risk. We also do some scenario training to equip pilots to seek their needed medical attention and maintain their FAA Medical.

Nothing discussed today is legal or medical advice, this is for informational purposes only.

5:47 - How your VA disability claim could compromise your FAA Medical

9:00 - How to navigate the VA disability and the FAA Medical to maximize both

14:52 - Common missteps in VA disability claims

25:35 - Being proactive with your medical care without compromising your FAA Medical

35:05 - Bridging the gap between your primary medical provider and your FAA doctor

40:00 - Hashing out potential scenarios

Find Wingman Med Online

contact@wingmenmed.com

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Raven Career Development - James O'nieal Apr 17, 2023

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James O’Neal is the founder of Raven Careers and a good friend of TPN. He founded Raven Careers in 2010 to provide aviation professionals with the resources to successfully develop their careers. He is an ATP-certified pilot with type ratings in King Air 300, Citation Sovereign, and Embraer 170/190 aircraft. He understands pilots and the challenges they face during their careers.

TPNx is just around the corner, and the airlines are currently going through a hiring boom. So in this episode, James shares some valuable tips for job interviews, job fairs, and fielding job offers.

8:43 - Navigating the problem of multiple job offers

11:30 - Staying true to what career path serves you best

18:03 Is there another furlow in the future?

21:58 - Advice for anyone going to TPNX

30:58 - Mindset tips for job hunting and interviews

Connect with James: https://ravencareers.com/

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Safety First Mar 09, 2023

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There has been a lot going on in aviation recently, and a lot is happening in the TPN universe. The subject of today’s episode is more important than any hiring event, meetup, or conference.

In this mini episode, Adam shares his thoughts on some of the recent safety concerns in the media and he shares how we can all improve as an aviation community.

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TPNx 2023: The Best Job Fair Out There for Pilots Feb 21, 2023

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Matt and Adam are back on the pod together. Things have been busy with both work and personal, but today there is a big announcement to share with the TPN community. TPNx is fast approaching, and it will be here before we know it. So on the show today, we will also discuss how TPNx is different from any other job fair you can attend.

In This Episode

2:57 - The difference between TNPx and other job fairs
5:07 - The number one thing you need to know about TPN events
7:01 - Why you should bring your spouse to a career fair
8:53 - How TPNx manages to eliminate lines
11:22 - The details for the next TPNx event
17:25 - Why the vendor are at TPNx
21:11 - Fun stuff to look forward to at the next TPNx

Get your ticket for TPNx 2023: thepilotnetwork.com/tpnx

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Myth Busting and Mathematics with Dr. Catherine Cavagnaro Feb 13, 2023

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Cavagnaro graduated from Santa Clara University in 1987 and completed her Ph.D. at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 1995. Her doctoral dissertation, A Homotopy Reciprocity Law for Ribbon Disc Complements, concerned homotopy in low-dimensional topology, and was supervised by Robert F. Craggs. In it, she credits Paul Halmos for, as she puts it, ordering her to go to graduate school.

Meanwhile, she joined the mathematics faculty of Sewanee: The University of the South in 1993. She has served as chair of the mathematics department at Sewanee and introduced mathematics courses relating to her aviation interests, on topics including aerodynamics and the use of differential equations to model physical phenomena.

In 2001, Cavagnaro and William T. Haight II co-edited the Dictionary of Classical and Theoretical Mathematics, published by the CRC Press as the third volume of their Comprehensive Dictionary of Mathematics book series.

One of Catherine’s specialties is dispelling common aviation myths. In today’s episode, we dig into a number of things including her time at the University of Tennessee Space Institute and some commonly held aviation myths.

In This Episode

3:51 - What is longitudinal stability?
13:39 - Why icing conditions deserve our respect and how to handle them
15:30 - Catherine’s career in mathematics
24:55 - Equal transit theory myths and facts
36:14 - Busting common myths about takeoff
40:01 - Catherine’s experience with the upset training
53:32 - Current projects Catherine is working on

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