Time in Flight

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Episode 13: (New Years Edition) Enrico Bernoni - Software Engineer & Flight Instructor Jan 02, 2019

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HAPPY NEW YEARS!

In this episode we explore what it's like for Enrico to have a full-time job and still find time to be a part-time flight instructor. Enrico has had a passion for aviation for some time, ever since he got first earned his private pilot's license back in 2003. Since then he went on to get is instrument, commercial, flight instructor-airplane and flight instructor instrument ratings.

Enrico discusses his time management techniques as well as some of training aids that they uses to stay current, including flight simulators. He also talks about taking a 30-day training course to receive his flight instructor ratings.

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Episode 12: Craig Shaver - Retired EVA Airlines Captain & ATP Instructor Dec 18, 2018

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Craig Shaver joins us on this episode to discuss his experiences while flying with the U.S. Air force, serving on the flight crew at Eastern Airlines, working aboard for foreign carriers and ultimately retiring for EVA Airlines as Captain. Craig discusses how those experiences made him a more rounded and worldly pilot. He talks about how working with aviators from other countries helped expand his skillset and working knowledge of how other counties and pilots accomplished their tasks with often surprising methods.

Craig is retired from flying but is still activity instructing aviators who are taking their Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certifications, in Orlando, FL.

Want to wish everyone Happy Holidays from Time In Flight.

Episode 11: Greg Calvert - Instrument Pilot, Jet Mechanic & Airplane Owner Nov 09, 2018

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In this episode, Greg Calvert joins the show to discuss his wholehearted journey into aviation. Greg jumped into aviation with both feet, with first getting his inspiration to fly from his father and then finding his vocation by become and airframe and power plant (A&P) mechanic on aircraft. He works on large corporate jets by day and on his off time, he is working on either his airplane or achieving his next pilot's certificate.

References:

Movie- One-Six-Right

Event-Pancake Breakfast at Gettysburg airport

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Episode 10: Devin Durant - New Private Pilot and Future UND Aviation Student Oct 12, 2018

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Time In Flight: Episode 10 – Devin Durant

On this episode, Devin Durant, who just received his Private Pilots License (PPL) the day before, shares his experience and journey of what it was like to obtain this pilots license. He describes what it was like to start with very little information on how to fly but a deep desire to be amongst the clouds. Devin ultimately attended three different flight schools before completing his training. He discusses how each one brought a unique experience to his training and how having a diverse training background can lead to having a more rounded skill set.

Devin also discuses who his post high school education has been going and his future educational plans, now that he has been accepted by the University of North Dakota's (UND) aviation program. He also talks about remaining involved with aviation during his non-training hours and how working at the field base operator (FBO) at the Baltimore Washington International (BWI) airport helped fuel is passion for flying and aviation in general.

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Episode 9: Oshkosh '18 Edition - Hunter Dunlap: Private Pilot & Medical Resident Sep 30, 2018

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This episode was recorded on location at the Oshkosh 2018 AirVenture Air Show, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin with our guest Hunter Dunlap. Hunter is currently a medical resident located in Baltimore, MD. His passion for aviation was strong but now that the he had the amazing experience of seeing what the world's largest air show has to offer first hand, if he already wasn't excited about the world of aviation, he is now!

In this interview, we discuss what it was like to fly to the Air show from Baltimore, what it is like to camp out under the wing during the air show, the amount to airplanes that you can see, and the general atmosphere of what it is like to be a participant in the experience.

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Episode 8: Scott Bonjukian Co-Hosts: Remote Pilot and Urban Planner Sep 17, 2018

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Scott Bonjukian joins Time in Flight as a Co-host from his Cascadia Podcast. Scott is a newly minted Part 107 Remote Pilot. This episode discusses the overlap between manned and unmanned aviation and urban planning design and the impacts that future technology may hold for both urban planners and pilots.

This episode also takes us into the flight deck of a Cessna 172 as both the hosts of the show go on a general aviation flight around the Chesapeake Bay.

References:

Rotor Drone Magazine

Episode 7: Joe Mancini - Private Pilot, Airplane Mechanic and Aircraft Owner Jul 17, 2018

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This interview is with a fellow airplane enthusiast, private pilot and flight school airplane mechanic. Joe discusses how he became interested in aviation and how he started on his path toward becoming an airplane airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanic. He also discusses what it is like to also a single engine aircraft owner as well.

Also, TimeInFlight is now on Instagram @TimeInFlight.

Episode 6: Fathers Day Edition - Robert Bonjukian: Director of System Operations Alaska Airlines Jun 12, 2018

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Happy Father's Day from Time in Flight. To celebrate the occasion, this episode hosts a very special father figure of mine, who had a very interesting a career in aviation and continues to stay involved in the commercial and general aviation communities.

Happy Father's Day!

Episode 5: Ryan Gauthier - Flight Instructor & Owner Operator of Action Multi Ratings Jun 01, 2018

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In this exciting episode, I get to interview the Owner of Action Multi Ratings after completing my Multi-engine check ride in Groton, CT. Ryan Gauthier describes the motivations that first got him into flying and how his passion lead him to seek out an aviation education at a university in Florida. From there he describes the series of events that eventually lead him to become a flight instructor back at his home town in Groton.

From there Ryan discusses how he eventually came to own the flight school and how it has continued to grow, while under his management. He provides insight on how someone can still be passionate about aviation, even if it is on a different path than to be a pilot for a major airline.

If you have any comments or recommendations, please email me directly at: hunter@timeinflight.com

Episode 4: Myriam Lucke: From High School Teacher to 747 & 767 Pilot at UPS May 14, 2018

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Myriam discusses how she got started in Aviation, from her original career choice of being a high school teacher. She outlines how she was able to achieve her aviation licenses using the local airfield by where she was living at the time. She mentions how building a good reputation around the airfield is very helpful when learning how to fly and listening to the more experienced pilots share their wisdom at the field. Myriam also discusses how she got her first job working for a regional airline and some interesting vignettes of that interview.

Myriam then discusses how she then transitioned to a fractional ownership company that flew Cessna Citations. From there she found herself behind the controls of a 747 working for Atlas Air Cargo and discovered that she could be anywhere in the world in six hours. She reflected that all flights while she worked at Atlas were 'into the sun'.

Myriam's current position is flying right seat for UPS in the Boeing 767. She discusses how she prepared for that position and what routes she prefers when she flies. She also discusses work/life balance considerations pilots must deal with to maintain their physical health.

In conclusion, Myriam provides some advice for aspiring young aviators on actions they could take if they are looking to pursue a career in aviation.

Thank you for listening and if you have any feedback or suggestions, please email either info@timeinflight.com or Hunter directly at: hunter@timeinflight.com

Books Mentioned:

Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah by Richard Bach

Flight of Passage: A Memoir by Rinker Buck

Movies Mentioned:

Children of the Magenta line

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