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In today’s episode, we answer a question from the online forums. The listener asks if they should get the CFII and MEI even during this slowdown even though they have already failed two check rides. We have much to unpack in this question so let’s get started.

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Talking Points:

  • Should You Get Your CFII and MEI?
  • What are the benefits?
  • What are the risks?
  • I have already failed two check rides.
  • We can help you understand your challenges in the past and guide you forward through coaching.
    https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/
  • Why mentorship and group coaching are important during this downturn.
    Inform and Inspire in a collaborative environment.
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    Next Group Coaching Session June 18, 2024, 8 pm Eastern Time USA - Understanding Furloughs And The Impact On Your Career

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Group Coaching:

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June 18, 2024, 8pm Eastern Time USA - Understanding Furloughs And The Impact On Your Career

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Women’s Air Racing has been a tradition since 1929 which has evolved to the Woman’s Air Race Classic to be run June 18 through 24 of 2024. To tell us more about the storied history of the air race classic is Emmy Dillon, a competitor in this year's race

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Cruise Flight:

A brief history of The Air Race Classic
What inspired Emmy To Compete
Emmy’s aviation journey.
Cost of racing/sponsorships
Handicap process/What types of aircraft can compete?
How are the times collected?
2024 ARC stops
How can someone volunteer at the stops? Can men volunteer?
How to follow the racers online
How to become an ARC racer
Advice for women pursuing aviation as a hobby.
What is next for Emmy?
How can we find Emmy online?

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/aviatrixemmy/

https://www.airraceclassic.org/

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Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

November 2024:

https://www.floridaairshow.com

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This podcast is for those airline pilots who want to maximize their earnings and those curious about how airline pilots make over a million a year. If you implement only one of these items you will increase your income as a pilot. I hope you find this helpful.

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

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How To Increase Your Earnings As An Airline Pilot:

Work more hours in a day.
Know your work rules.
Soft Time.
Move up the seniority list by staying with the airline.
Bid the highest-paying position.
Increase the amount you are paid through premium pay.
Let scheduling know you are available.
Answer the call when scheduling calls.
Work every day.
Trade your way to higher pay.
Work during vacation.
Double Dip when canceled or removed from a trip.
Don’t discount the discount airlines.
Be prepared for criticism and negative feedback from peers.

Listener Mail:

I am a retired airline captain and have an interview with CAE for a position as a simulator instructor. Do you offer interview preparation?

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Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write us at:
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Link’s Mentioned In the Podcast:

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/airline-and-commercial-pilots.htm#tab-5

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Australians are passionate about aviation and one of the most passionate aviation geeks is Grant McHerron. Grant along with Steve Visscher host Australia’s longest-running aviation show. Speaking of Australia did you know we have Australian Scholarships in our Scholarship guide and you can get one for free?

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

To Find out more about the Pay It Forward Program and you can receive or give a scholarship guide for free click on the Pay It Forward Icon or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

Cruise Flight:

The impact aviation has had on Australia.
User Fees
RAL light sport aircraft
Why Australians are passionate about aviation.
Grant’s Aviation Journey.
What is Plane Crazy Down Under Podcast and why you should listen?
Top places for aviation enthusiasts to visit when in Australia.
Overall difference flying down under compared to the US.

Links:

https://www.planecrazydownunder.com

https://www.rfds.org.au

https://www.casa.gov.au/licences-and-certificates/pilots/pilot-licences

Australia Aviation Past Episodes:

https://stuckmicavcast.com/ask-a-guest/smac190-obtain-australian-pilot-certificate/

https://stuckmicavcast.com/aviation-podcast/smac046-the-smac-down-under-an-australian-edition/

https://stuckmicavcast.com/podcast/smac127-without-precedent-by-owen-zupp/
https://stuckmicavcast.com/podcast/smac104-owen-zupp-inspirational-aviator-from-down-under/

Meet The Stuck Mic AvCast Team at
Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

November 2024:

https://www.floridaairshow.com


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Every aviator has struggles in training whether you are a fighter pilot or a student pilot. Many times our struggles are with confidence in ourselves. Today I have someone who will help you realize success in your aviation journey.

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

To Find out more about the Pay It Forward Program and you can receive or give a scholarship guide for free click on the Pay It Forward Icon or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

Cruise Flight:

Tammy’s story.
Why mental performance training is a powerful success multiplier in aviation.
Building Confidence in Aviation Online Course.
Women in aviation.
Athena’s Voice and the impact on women who served.

Links:

https://tammybarlette.com/mental-performance-course

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammybarlette/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554491763923

https://www.linkedin.com/company/crosscheck-mental-performance-training/
https://www.athenasvoiceusa.com/

Meet The Stuck Mic AvCast Team at
Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

https://www.floridaairshow.com

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If you’re looking to accelerate your career and training there are two pilots Sean and Mike from the Pro Pilot Playbook who want to help. Today we will speak with Sean and Mike about completing your training fast, cheap, and correctly.

Free Scholarships Guide:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Talking Points:

Who are Mike and Sean?
Why The Pro Pilot Playbook.
Services they provide.
Pilot shortage update.
Their advice to those getting started today.

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write us at:
feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/

Visit Us At Sun N Fun Hangar At Upcoming Airshows And Events.

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Link’s Mentioned In the Podcast:

https://www.propilotplaybook.com/

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ACP389 How To Become An Aviation Mechanic

If you are interested in a career as an aircraft mechanic I have someone who has seen it all from battlefield maintenance to training under Part 147 in the United States, Brandon Sanders. Today he is going to discuss his path toward a career as an aircraft mechanic. We also will discuss how the new Part 147 changes will affect your journey.

Free Scholarships Guide:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Talking Points:

Brandon’s journey from the battlefield to civilian life as a mechanic.
Aviation maintenance in Iraq/Afghanistan
Part 147.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/aircraft-and-avionics-equipment-mechanics-and-technicians.htm
Journey to Director of Aviation Texarkana College
Aircraft maintenance employment opportunities

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write us at:
feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/

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Link’s Mentioned In the Podcast:

https://www.texarkanacollege.edu/programs/aviation-mechanics-technology/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbsanders/

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Cruise Flight:

C17 Loadmaster Noah Cummings
Stallion 51 T6 Training
https://www.stallion51.com/
Lin Caywood 99’s
https://www.ninety-nines.org/
Bryan Turner Just Plane Silly YouTube channel
https://youtube.com/@JustPlaneSilly
Russ Still Gold Seal Ground School
https://groundschool.com/
Bob Santom CGS Hawk Ultralights
https://www.cgsaviation.com/
C17 Aircraft Commander Sammy Bledsoe

Links:

https://flysnf.org

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Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

https://www.floridaairshow.com/

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

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Wondering what to do with your pilot certificate? Look no further, Today we have the host of TJ Flying Adventures who inspires us to get out and explore. TJ’s videos are inspirational and informative. I think we should all follow his lead and make our own aviation bucket list.

Preflight:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

How Aviation has changed and inspired TJ’s Life.
How has aviation impacted his life?
What is his current aircraft and mission?
What’s next for you?:

Links:

https://tjflyingadventures.com/

Meet The Stuck Mic AvCast Team at
Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun 2024 Booth A-41
April 9-14 2024:
https://flysnf.org

https://www.floridaairshow.com/

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/


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Inspiring the next generation of pilots is an important mission and an organization that STEM Flights has taken on with a unique approach including donating time including building flight time in the process. Joining me today is Carley Walker, the director of development at STEM Flights.

Free Scholarships Guide:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Talking Points:

Why STEM Flights.
The story and a legacy that continues through Carley and other’s efforts.
Programs for Kids.
How pilots can inspire youth and build flight time.
How to get involved?

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write us at:
feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/

Visit Us At Sun N Fun Hangar A Booth 41.
https://flysnf.org/

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https://twitter.com/FlyingCareers
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Link’s Mentioned In the Podcast:

https://www.stemflights.org

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