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ACP283 Cargo Pilot Kayleigh Bordner

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today joining me is Captain Kayleigh Bordner to discuss cargo flying careers. 

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

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Talking Points:

  • How Kayleigh got her start in aviation.
  • What it is like to fly as a cargo pilot.
  • Her journey to the flight deck.
  • Overcoming adversity.
  • How collegiate aviation prepared Kayleigh for her flying career.
  • Air Race Classic.
  • Flying the Stearman and how it made Kayleigh reflect on the past women in aviation.
  • Current attitudes towards women in aviation from her perspective. 
  • The benefits of internships.
  • Flying the 767 simulator.
  • Flying the EMB120.
  • Beach 99 captain.
  • What are some of the common misconceptions about cargo flying especially for new pilots?
  • The best aspects of being a cargo pilot.
  • The challenges of being a cargo pilot.
  • Impact of Covid-19.
  • The importance of networking for career development.
  • What is next in her career.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

This podcast is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon code PlaneEnglishSim for a free scholarships guide sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2tIBrUITZU 

https://www.facebook.com/Ameriflight/photos/first-officer-kayleigh-bordner-taking-advantage-of-the-warm-and-sunny-weather-in/1984647878243134/ 

https://w3.ameriflight.com/ameriflights-first-officer-kayleigh-bordner-nominated-award/ 

https://w3.ameriflight.com/landing-in-aviation/ 

https://www.instagram.com/kayleighbordner/ 

https://w3.ameriflight.com/cargo-flying-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/ 

https://www.airraceclassic.org/

https://w3.ameriflight.com/ups-flightpath/