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Avination, welcome back to episode 119 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, we are talking with Kelsey from the popular Youtube channel, 74gear. Kelsey currently flies cargo all over the world in the 747 and 747 Dreamlifter. When Kelsey isn't out flying and usually on a layover thousands of miles from home, he is creating educational and entertaining content for his channel. Make sure to give him a follow on Instagram and Youtube @74gear.

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Episode 118 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast features Formula One Air Race Pilot, Justin Meaders. Justin, was Injured in a horrible motorcycle accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. There was never a moment where Justin felt sorry for himself, he wasn’t going to let this injury define him. Justin chronicles his journey on how he became a pilot and how he is now a formula one air race pilot.

Avination, welcome back to Air Race week on Pilot to Pilot podcast. In episode 117, Im talking with former Red Bull Air Race pilot and current aerobatic pilot Kevin Coleman. Kevin, was the first American to compete in the Challenger series and was one of the youngest ever to contend in the sport. Find out why Kevin became a pilot, how he was introduced to the world of air racing and what he is doing now by listening to this episode.

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Welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast, episode 116 featuring Sammy Mason. Sammy, is a current air show aerobatic pilot and a former Red Bull Air Race pilot. If you have ever wanted to know what it is like to perform at an air show or race in a Red Bull Air Race, then this is the podcast for you! If you enjoy the podcast make sure to leave a review and follow on Instagram! Happy Flying, Justin

Avination, what is going on and welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast. This is the first part of the "How to Become a Pilot" series with Chris Palmer from Angle of Attack. This episode focuses on student pilots, and we go through every scenario and answer all the questions a student pilot might have. Next up Chris and I will host a "How to Become a Pilot: Private Pilot" edition, if you would like to ask your questions submit them through Anchor.

Chris is the BEST CFI I know, he produces some amazing youtube, podcast and Instagram content I know. Make sure to check out his online ground school at ANGLE OF ATTACK.

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Justin

Avination, here is your chance to ask me any question you want!

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Today, on episode 114 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast, I am talking with EAA's Director of Communications, Dick Knapinksi. Dick and I talk about the difficult decision behind why EAA decided to cancel the worlds biggest airshow. I know we are all saddened by this cancellation, but it is going to make 2021 even sweeter! 

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Avination, welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast. This is episode 113, The State of the Industry with Dr. Jim Higgins. If you haven't listened to the other two State of the Industry episodes, make sure to check them out first and come back after... Alright, now that you are back. Dr. Jim Higgins and I talk about where the aviation industry is today and where we are headed. 

Some questions we answer...

Should I still become a pilot?

Will there be furloughs?

How long would the furloughs last?

What about a merger?

These are some of the many topics we touched on. If you enjoy the show, make sure to leave us a review on iTunes and check out our Patreon and Buy me a Coffee pages.

Stay safe and happy flying,

Justin

Avination, welcome to episode 112 and part two of our AOPA series. Today, we are talking to Gary Crump. Gary is the Director of AOPA’s Pilot Information Center Medical Certification Section and has spent the last 32 years assisting AOPA members. You will soon be able to tell how knowledgable Gary is when it comes to anything FAA and medicals. Gary also makes it known that if you have any questions about your medical condition, do not hesitate to contact them via phone number (even if you are not a member). 

If you would like to find out more information about Gary or AOPA and how they can help you, click the links below.

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Avination, do you love beer? How about beer and aviation (not at the same time, duh)? Well, if you answered yes, to both (or one) of those questions than this is the episode for you. Today in episode 111, I am talking with Owner/President of FlyteCo Brewing, Eric Serani. Eric talks about how he developed a love for aviation, how you can have a successful career in aviation without being an airline pilot, and explains why he wanted to start an aviation themed brewery.

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Avination, welcome back to episode 110 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. You might remember a few months ago I released the Marlon Dayes podcast. Where he was the youngest pilot at Delta, hired at 24 years old. Well, Sergio was able to be hired at 23! In this podcast, Sergio details his story and how he became one of the youngest Delta Air Lines pilot. If you enjoy the podcast and want to show your support you can do one of five things. 1. Follow us on Instagram 2. Become a Patron. 3. Buy me a coffee. 4. Leave a review on iTunes. 5. Buy some swag.  Happy Flying, Justin **BEST ONLINE GROUND SCHOOL** ANGLE OF ATTACK

Welcome back to episode 109 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring, Pilot Emilie. This is a huge episode for a few reasons. One, this is technically back to back to back Canadian pilots, this might be the start of the Canadian invasion everyone has been talking about. Two, Emilie and I talk about so many great topics in this podcast, some go much farther than aviation. 

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Welcome back to episode 108 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring, Pilot Annie. In this episode we find how Annie (a Canadian citizen) didn't realize she wanted to be a pilot until she was in a remote Australian town. We follow her path from that moment of realization, to how she is living her dream and accomplishing her aviation and pilot goals. Annie is also a contributing writer to COPA and you can view some of her work on their website.

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Don't feel like you have to support the podcast, it will always be free to listen and enjoy! 

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Pietro, has had his share of adversity in his aviation career. Being diagnosed with Diabetes in your 20's and being told you can't achieve your dream is a quick way for someone to give up. But, Pietro decided to keep fighting for his dreams. Find out how Pietro was able to be the first pilot to receive his first class medical and become an airline pilot.

This Thursday, I'll be releasing Pilot Annie's episode.

Hope you enjoy,

Justin

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Avination, welcome to episode 106 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring, Martin Rottler. Martin, was my professor at The Ohio State University and is currently the Manager of Partnerships and Outreach for Envoy Air. Martin and I talk bout previous downturns and how they affected us personally, some things you can do as a pilot to prepare for the future and how we both believe the industry will eventually recover.

If you enjoyed today's podcast please leave us a review on iTunes, check us out on Patreon and make sure to follow us on Instagram. I'm pushing Instagram hard because I need to catch my buddy Chris from Angle Of Attack.

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Avination, welcome back to episode 105 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I am talking with helicopter Pilot, Sam Adams. In this episode we find out why Sam decided to leave his non aviation job to become a pilot. Why he decided to fly helicopters in Canada instead of the states, and what his future plans are. I hope you enjoy today's episode, if you do make sure to leave a review on iTunes.

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Avination, welcome back to episode 104 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I am talking with Daniel Bolton aka @ThatMallardGuy on Instagram. Find out why Daniel became a pilot in Australia, how his journey led him to fly in Vietnam and why Daniel chose seaplane life over airlines.

Avination, welcome back to episode 103 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I am talking with former F16 pilot and current cargo pilot, John "Rain" Waters. Find out what made John want to become a pilot in the military and how he made the transition from military to civilian flying.

Avination, welcome to episode 102 featuring Greg Browne. Greg grew up with a love for aviation but, not a clear path to reach his dream. Find out how his mom helped sacrifice to make his dream become a reality. How he initially chose a career in radio, and the career choices Greg made to fly at Ryanair, WOW Air and now a captain on an Airbus 340.

Avination, I invited Dr. Jim Higgins back onto the podcast to talk about the airline bailout. Jim and I talk about what an airline bailout actually means for the airlines. How and why we have gotten to this point, and will this bailout actually protect all jobs?

Avination, welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I am interviewing someone who has played a major role in my life, my dad. My dad is currently a major airline pilot and has seen a lot over his career. From deregulation, multiple airline mergers, 9/11, the financial crisis of 2008 and now, coronavirus.

Avination, this is the National Airspace System podcast featuring AOPA's Rune Duke. Rune is the Senior Director of Government Affairs and the perfect person for this podcast. Rune and I talk about what ATC zero means, the difference between ATC zero and ATC limited. We also, talk about the chance of the National Airspace System (NAS) being shut down completely.

Avination, part two of The State of The Industry podcast with Dr. Jim Higgins, from the University of North Dakota is now live. In this episode, Jim and I talk about what has changed since our last podcast on Sunday. Unfortunately, there have been quite a few changes. Two airlines have shut down (Compass and Trans States) and others are making drastic cuts. Find out more about what is going on by listening to today's episode. aviationcoronavirusnews.com

Avination, welcome back to episode 99 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I am talking with my friend and mad scientist (find out more about that in the podcast), Anthony Pentz. Anthony and I both went to The Ohio State University at the same time and had a few classes with each other. It was at Ohio State where Anthony created his company, Foxtrot Aviation. Which is now working around the clock to make sure airplanes are clean and ready for next day flights.

Avination, I wish this was a regular Tuesday interview-style podcast. But, with Coronavirus doing its best to disrupt our economy, health care, and aviation industries, I figured it was necessary to have an episode (maybe more) about the FACTS. In this episode, I reached out to department chair and Professor of Aviation at the University of North Dakota, Dr. Jim Higgins. We talked about where the industry is today, what we have been through in the past, and what the future could hold.

Avination, welcome back to episode 98 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. I'm currently on vacation in Key West watching seaplanes take off and land all day. Which is fitting, since today, I am talking with seaplane pilot Deon Mitton. Deon talks about his love of aviation and when it first started, why he initially pursued a career in tech and not aviation and of course, why he decided to change his career back to aviation.

Do you want to become a Delta pilot? Better questions might be, do you want to become a Delta pilot, quickly?  If you answered yes to either of those questions, then this episode is for you.

In Ep. 96 Frank talks about just that situation. Frank and I also talk about how he was originally scared to fly and what he did to overcome that fear.  If you enjoy today's episode, leave us a review on iTunes and make sure to follow us on Instagram @pilottopilot Happy Flying, Justin

Avination, welcome to a new segment I am starting called "Ask a CFI". Now, I know what you are thinking, Justin you arent a CFI so how can you answer my questions? Well, I teamed up with my friends over at LIFT Flight Academy to answer all your questions.  This week we talk about how YOU can save money in flight school. If you have a question for a CFI make sure to email me at pilottopilothq@gmail.com Happy Flying, Justin

Welcome back to episode 95 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, on the podcast I am talking with Envoy's Air captain Tanya Bizri. Tanya is currently an Envoy Air captain flying the mighty 145. Find out more of Tanya's story by listening today. Make sure to share this podcast with all your friends.

Avination welcome back to episode 94 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring A380 pilot, Ulrich Beinert. Ulrich has an interesting story, one that starts with being born in Germany to moving to the United States and eventually back to Germany. He had the tough choice between starting a career in medicine or as a pilot. Find out how Ulrich made the chose a career in aviation and how he got to where he is today.

Episode 93 featuring Alaskan bush pilot and bear guide Brittany is now live! Find out why Brittany wanted to leave sunny and warm southern California for cold and snowy Alaska. If you enjoyed today's podcast, make sure to leave us a review on iTunes and check us out on Instagram @pilottopiiot. Happy Flying, Justin

Avination, welcome back to episode 92 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I am talking with Kenmore air and warbird pilot Stephen Koewler. Stephen has a true love of aviation and focuses on aircraft and fun rather than money.

Avination, do you want to land your dream major airline job? Well, then this episode is for you. Cage Marshall Consulting has been getting pilots their dream jobs for over 30 years. In this episode I sit down with Cheryll Cage, Cheryl is the founder of Cage Marshall Consulting and we talk about how she built her company, why it is 100% worth the price and what the future of Airline interviews will be like. Head over to Cage Consulting to find out more information. Happy Flying, Justin Siems

Avination, welcome to episode 90 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring Mindy Lindheim. Mindy is a sales director for Textron aviation where she flies brand new Barons, Bonanzas and other Textron airplanes around for a living.  If you enjoyed today's episode make sure to leave a review on iTunes and follow us on Instagram! Happy Flying, Justin Siems

Avination, Episode 89 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring Mike from @vectors_to_land is now live. I was excited to sit down and talk with Mike, as he has one of my favorite accounts on Instagram. It also turns out his story is pretty great as well.

Avination, I am excited to release episode 88 featuring Bailey Scheel from Garmin. Bailey graciously agreed to sit down and open up about anything and everything Garmin Autoland.  If you enjoy this episode make sure to leave a review on iTunes and check out our website! Happy Flying, Justin

Welcome back to episode 87 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I am talking with Carl Valeri. Carl is the host of the Aviation Careers Podcast and creator of the Aviation Scholarship Guide. The Aviation Scholarship Guide has over 50 million dollars in scholarships. It is something every pilot young or old should check out.

Logan Flood nearly lost his life in an aviation accident. Now, he has overcome the odds and followed his dreams to become a commercial airline pilot.

This is episode 85 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring Anders Young. Anders has a strong passion for aviation, when he isn't flying himself he is often times non-revving all over the world. Come listen in to his journey to find out why Anders became a pilot and the path he chose.

Have you ever wondered how someone becomes a pilot in Russia? How about in Siberia? Today in episode 84, I am talking with Ilya Sabanin. Ilya goes into great detail about how a boy in Siberia, Russia finds an opportunity to become a pilot. We also touch on the differences between general aviation in Russian than the United States.

Today on episode 83 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast I am talking with TBM pilot, Kim Kissh. Have you ever wanted to find out how and why someone chose Embry Riddle? Or how about how to find your first corporate aviation job? Well, if you have ever asked those questions to yourself before then this is the episode for you!

In episode 83 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast I answer your questions. Make sure to follow me on Instagram and Patreon so you don' miss out on the next AMA.

What is going on avination?! Welcome back to the Pilot to Pilot podcast episode 81 featuring Professional Pilots of Tomorrow (PPOT). This episode is about how you can find a mentor. PPOT, helps you find a mentor to guide you through this very confusing industry. If you are looking for a mentor or want to become a mentor than look no further. Happy Flying, Justin

Episode 80 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast featuring EAA's very own Dick Knapinski. In this episode, Dick and I talk about why he became a pilot, how and why he got involved with EAA and most importantly we talk about Air Venture. Have you ever wondered what it takes to plan out Air Venture? Or maybe where the best food is? Well, this is the podcast for you! Happy Flying, Justin

Episode 79 featuring my good friend Isaac Cornell. Isaac, details what his journey to AWACS was like, the highs and the lows. Find out more, by hitting play and listening to this great episode

Episode 78 of the Pilot to Pilot podcast. Today, I talk with Andrew Burnham and we find out what it is like to work ramp control at Washington Dulles International Airport.

Find Out Why Trevor Started Chart It All at age 11 to Pay For His Flight Training.

Avination, welcome to the Pilot to Pilot podcast episode #76. Today, I am talking with commercial pilot Kylie Giffin. In this episode, Kylie walks us through her path to becoming a commercial pilot. We talk about the positive moments, struggles and failures in her training.