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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we answer the question “How Do I Prepare For Future Hiring At The Airlines?”.

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Announcements:

Thank you to listener Paul for Paying It Forward by buying 10 scholarship guides. We add two more since for every 20 scholarship guides purchased we pay it forward by giving two more away.

This video describes the pay it forward campaign: http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

Our latest video:

What Are The Maximum Holding Speeds? Pilot Interview Course Episode 4

Talking Points:

• I have your 2019 Aerospace Scholarship Guide, but I am afraid sometimes I don’t qualify for a lot of them.
• July 2021.
• I would like to take this time to get ready for when the airlines do start hiring again. What can I do to stand out once they start accepting applications?
• • Hours
  • Ratings
  • All your licenses and certificates.
  • Degrees
  • Activities.
  • Network.
  • LinkedIn like a resume
• Should I pay for my own ATP certificate?
• How can I get a head start on the technical knowledge of the ATP process like getting familiar with jet engines etc?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/recommended-reading/ 

7 Steps To Become An Airline Pilot

https://flywithlift.com/

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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we start a special series on the 737 Max. Although a general aviation podcast we feel this is an important topic which all aviators can learn valuable lessons from. Joining me today is Ben Bohlman and Justin Ash.

Before we begin a quick word from our sponsor.

Preflight Checklist:

Sponsor: Aviation Careers Podcast. Use the coupon code PayItForward and you may receive a year access to the scholarships guide. Quantities limited.

The most recent update includes 26 new scholarships and 17 updates, a new index, and a new “Scholarships for Adults” category.

News And Announcements:

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

• Lion Air 43
• Flights over previous days reported repeated problems with CA ADIRU and CA ADM, and AOA issues that eventually led to replacement of L AOA (repeat issues are defined as 4 occurrences in 30 days for Lion Air, 3 occurrences in 30 days for Batam Aero Technic (BAT)).  Previous 2 flights reported issues with CAS and Altitude, previous flight automatically recorded 21 differences disagree in AOA (not visible to crew)
• LNI 43 experienced an IAS Disagree immediately after takeoff, along with the activation of the left stick shaker.  CA transferred control to the FO while running checklists. FO jump seater exclaimed that the aircraft was diving down, flying FO said the aircraft felt heavy, so CA instructed the FO to retrim the aircraft.  CA noticed that the trim kept automatically trimming down without input from the First Officer, so identified a trim runaway situation.  The STAB TRIM CUTOUT switches were placed into the CUTOUT position and the trim problem resolved.
• The flight continued with the left stick shaker activated the entire flight, no autothrottle, no autopilot, no left side instruments, and no electric trim to its destination.
• CA wrote up IAS DISAGREE, ALT DISAGREE, and FEEL DIF PRESS
• CA assumed that the automatic mis-trimming was due to the Speed Trim system, caused by the IAS DISAGREE, so, therefore, did not write up the stick shaker or the runaway trim
• No AOA DISAGREE message displayed, though it is assumed that would have been written up had it been available.
• Lion Air 610
  • CVR 610 experienced AOA fault of 21 degree disagree, which started during the takeoff roll (FO was 13 degrees up). 
• Flaps were extended, which corrected the MCAS Auto Trimming.  Aircraft was at 306-318 knots indicated.  56-68 kias over max extended speed.  At one point, airspeed was 90 kias over max extended speed.
• MCAS trim resumed after flap retraction and continued to the remainder of the flight.  Captain input consistent and repeated nose-up trim to compensate for the MCAS.  After transferring control to the FO, main electric trim inputs reduced drastically, and control forces went from approximately 30lbs to over 100lbs
• CAS and Altitude differences on 610 were between 10-15 KIAS and 200-500ft respectively
• FO repeatedly asked if checklists were wanted to no response from the CA.  CA didn’t appear to be responding or listening to FO checklist challenges when actually reading the checklist
• AOA installation service tests were inadequate to determine whether or not bias (or calibrated error) existed.  A bias could inadvertently be introduced during installation by the resolver gears and main gear on the AOA drifting during installation.  Basically there are two resolver gears, but if one resolver gear is inadvertently moved during installation, then if the calibration tool is inadvertently moved into the Relative instead of Absolute position on one of the gears, that could result in an inherent bias between the two gears that are not detected by a calibration or return to service test.

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we answer listener mail and discuss why you should not fly as a pilot, crew member, or passenger if you think you may have Covid-19.

Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Announcements:

Thank you To a listener Paul for Paying It Forward with buying 10 scholarships guides and we will throw in 2 more. 

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

This episode is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon PlaneEnglishSim to receive a free scholarship guide courtesy of PlaneEnglishSim.com. 

Coupons are limited so act quickly.

Our latest video:

Can You Fly 300 KIAS in Class B Airspace? Pilot Interview Course Episode 3

Talking Points:

• Why you should not fly if you think you may have Covid.
  • It is not about you.
  • The ramifications from a public health perspective.
  • If you are a passenger the effects of your flying with Covid.
    • Canceled flight.
    • Crew must now Self Isolate for 2 weeks.
    • Crew may not be able to see their family now due to the exposure.
    • The plane must be cleaned and taken out of service.
    • Costs. Administration. 
    • You won’t make it to your destination.
  • Why you should not fly as a crewmember.
    • Much of the same as above plus you have an obligation by law not to fly.
• Don’t be selfish, stay home if you are sick.
• Listener mail:
  • What are the options, or what is the likelihood of being hired as a pilot by a foreign airline either cargo or passenger?
  • Could you discuss checkride failures, especially on the 121/135 level?
  • Does a stage check or an end of course check at a part 141 school, that has examining authority, count as a check ride failure? 
  • Do the airlines or other employers put a lot of weight on stage check failures in regard to you getting hired?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

FAA Covid-19 News Updates

CDC Isolate If You are Sick.

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/recommended-reading/

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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we have a special guest Kayleigh Bordner, Assistant Director of Publicity for the Air Race Classic. Kayleigh is a past and future competitor in the race and when she is not racing planes she works as an airline pilot flying cargo. 

Preflight Checklist:

First a quick word from our sponsor.

This episode is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon PlaneEnglishSim to receive a free scholarship guide courtesy of PlaneEnglishSim.com. 

Coupons are limited so act quickly.

News And Announcements:

The 2021 Air Race Classic is scheduled for June 22 – 25.

https://www.airraceclassic.org/future-race-dates.htm 

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

What is the Air Race Classic?

The history of the race.

The only Woman’s Air Race in the USA.

Benefits.

Challenges.

How to get involved with the organization.

How to become a competitor.

The 2020 Air Race and results.

The future of the race.

What is next for Kayleigh?

After Landing Checklist:

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

https://www.airraceclassic.org/

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

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp283-cargo-pilot-kayleigh-bordner/

http://stuckmicavcast.com/podcast/smac120-air-race-classic-pilot-lin-caywood/ 

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we discuss airport operation management careers with Karissa Strickland, airport operations supervisor, St. Pete Clearwater International Airport.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

First a quick word from our sponsor.

This episode is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon PlaneEnglishSim to receive a free scholarship guide courtesy of PlaneEnglishSim.com. 

Coupons are limited so act quickly.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

• Welcome Karissa Strickland
• Her current job in aviation.
• What it is like to work in an airport with a mix of General Aviation and Airline Traffic.
• How she developed her passion for aviation and why she enjoys her job.
• From flying to airport management. 
• Her path towards her current position.
• What various managerial positions are available in airport operations.
• Ground and management jobs in operations.
• The pay and benefits for jobs in airport operations.
• Advice for those seeking jobs in airport operations.
• What is next for Karrissa?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.instagram.com/all_things_karissa/

Polk State College Article about Karissa

https://www.facebook.com/Fly2PIE

Aerospace Sciences Aerospace Administration Polk State College

https://www.faa.gov/airports/airport_safety/part139_cert/what-is-part-139/

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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we start a special series on the 737 Max. Although a general aviation podcast we feel this is an important topic which all aviators can learn valuable lessons from. Joining me today is Ben Bohlman and Justin Ash.

Before we begin a quick word from our sponsor.

Preflight Checklist:

Sponsor: Aviation Careers Podcast. Use the coupon code PayItForward and you may receive a year access to the scholarships guide. Quantities limited.

The most recent update includes 38 new scholarships, 10 updates, a new index, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category.

News And Announcements:

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

• Introducing Ben Bohlman and Justin Ash
• Description of upcoming podcasts
• Description of the 737 MAX
  • New engines
  • New wing
  • “New” cockpit avionics
  • MCAS
  • Relationship to the NG
  • Why are we talking about the MAX?
• Description of MCAS System
  • What is the MCAS system?
  • Could you describe the purpose of the trim system on an aircraft?
  • So the MCAS is a part of this system?
  • Why was MCAS introduced on the MAX?
  • Now that we have an overview of the MCAS system, could you describe the system in a little more detail?
  • Were pilots aware of the introduction of the MCAS system?
  • Why should the pilots have been informed of the system?
  • How can what is essentially “power steering” cause a crash?

After Landing Checklist:

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today to help us understand what it is like to work in airport operations for an airline is Courtney Deckard.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

The current online scholarships guide includes 38 new scholarships and 10 updates, a new index, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category. To find out more visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Us the coupon code PayItForward and you may get a free guide.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

• Courtney Deckard Airport Operations.
• What it is like to work in operations.
• Training.
• How she found her job in Airport Operations.
• Why she is passionate about what she does.
• Challenges of her job.
• Rewards of working in operations.
• Average pay and typical benefits.
• Job requirements.
• Advice for those looking to pursue a career in airport operations.
• What is next for Courtney?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.instagram.com/travelgirlcourt/

https://twitter.com/travelgirlcourt

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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we discuss common challenges for IFR pilots and tips not normally covered during IFR training.

Preflight Checklist:

First a quick word from our sponsor.

Aviation Careers Podcast. Use the coupon code PayItForward and you may receive one year access to the scholarships guide. Quantities limited.

The most recent update includes 32 new scholarships, 18 updates, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category.

News And Announcements:

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

These are problems I see repeatedly, as well as tips and tricks that don't usually get covered in IFR training.

- Configuration changes past the FAF?

- Turning promptly when given a vector to final.

- What to do when the vector to final isn't going to work out.

- Heading bug and track line - useful tools.

- Track course what is the difference? 

- Radar contact...

- Climb gradients on SIDs - can your airplane make it?

- Takeoff obstacles listing and multi-engine accelerate-go distances.

- Clearances from remote fields - VIFNO Void If Not Off By, “upon entering controlled airspace”, etc.

- “Can’t get there from here” - preferred routes, PDR/PAR; TEC - what is it and why do I care?

- Common errors even ATP’s get wrong.

After Landing Checklist:

Picks Of The Week:

Carl - Gleim FIRC : https://www.gleimaviation.com/product-category/firc/ 

Russ - MyFlightbook electronic logbook https://myflightbook.com/ 

Bill - Aviation calculators and more: http://www.luizmonteiro.com/Index.aspx

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

Opposing Bases Ep 126, Vectors to Final: https://opposingbases.libsyn.com/ob126-vectors-to-final

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today joining me is Flight test engineer Aaron Judy to discuss how you can benefit from a lifetime of learning. 

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

The current online scholarships guide includes 38 new scholarships and 10 updates, a new index, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category. To find out more visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

• Aaron’s Journey towards a lifetime of learning (educational journey and teaching).
• How he developed his passion for aviation.
• What is a flight test engineer?
• Why he became a flight test engineer.
• Advice on becoming an engineer.
• Society Of Flight Test Engineers.
• Why it is important to dedicate yourself to a lifetime of learning.
• Pilot training and future.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

http://www.sfte.org/