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Carl and Eric report live from the National Business Aviation Association Convention 2014.

Cruise Flight

• Carl interviewed Mark Miller from WSI about weather related products they make for GA pilots, including predicting turbulence, storms, radar, etc. You can buy a subscription to their iPad app for $120.00/year.
• Marina from Wyvern discussed being an advocate for the Cedar Key Airport, and the challenges associated with flying in and out of the airport.
• AvPlan-EFP: Plan smarter, fly sooner with Bevin Anderson. This app serves as an electronic flight plan and does everything a flight bag does but electronically.
• ForeFlight Intelligent apps for pilots produces another electronic flight bag product.
• Veterans AirliftCommand: Flying post-9/11 veterans for medical and other compassionate reasons outside the airline system as volunteers. Carl also spoke with a veteran and passenger of Veterans Airlift Command.
• Mygoflight with Charlie Schneider. Their Armor Glass screen protector is all glass, anti-glare, anti-shatter, and anti-scratch. They also make other accessories including chargers, rechargeable batteries, flight bags, etc.

After Landing Checklist

Carl and Eric will be reporting live from the Sun n' Fun  3rd Annual When Pigs Fly South BBQ Challenge November 7th and 8th. Please come visit us if you are there.

~Picks of the Week~

No picks this week since the show is at the convention.

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AerospaceScholarships.com

Carl Valeri will be reporting for Sun N Fun Radio at the 3rd Annual When Pigs Fly South BBQ Challenge.   If you see him at the show please stop him and say hello. Click Here for Event Details.

Bring your family, friends and your appetite to the 3rd Annual When Pigs Fly South BBQ Challenge. This year, we have more BBQ Competitors, more Cars, more Motorcycles and more Airplanes... including the Warbirds!

Friday, November 7 5-10 p.m.	Saturday, November 8 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Plenty of BBQ to eat!! Beer NEW!  Hog Wash Saloon (Bar) Live Music Warbird Arrival	BBQ Challenge & plenty of BBQ to eat!! Beer NEW!  Hog Wash Saloon (Bar) Live Music Kids Activities Show Cars Motorcycles Airplanes... including Warbird Aircraft
FREE Admission • Parking $5 Weekend camping available.

 

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In this episode I catch up on some of the great questions and comments sent in by listeners. Below are the questions as well as links I reference during the show.

Question 1:

Great podcast on AMA missionary Brian Pottinger in Indonesia.

Saw all of AMA YouTube videos . Can't get enough what a challenging job. And he's doing it for people who appreciate his efforts. I would like to know how to apply as a pilot at AMA. Do they have a website to apply at?

I am on LinkedIn, I am currently employed as a truck driver. I have a 4yr degree in Aircraft Systems Mgmt., a Commercial pilots license single multi engine land instrument rating. CFI MEI. Low time 500 hours total time.

Question 2:

As an avid flight simmer and aviation enthusiast, I have been a dedicated listener of your podcast. Today I am writing you about the KickStarter project “For the Love of Flight:An Aviation Film” 18 year old and private pilot would like to make a film about aviation, what it is like to be a pilot, what are the careers in aviation.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2014956656/for-the-love-of-flight-an-aviation-film?ref=card

Thanks, Deskpilot

http://deskpilot518.blogspot.com/

P.S while I do not fly myself, I love your podcast.  Thank you for all the hard work you put into it!

Thank you Deskpilot for the image for the image of an A320 flying around storms.

Question 3:

First let me say how much I appreciate your podcast, it's a great resource for someone like me. I have a few questions I'd like to ask, because I could really use some advice.

I'm currently 27 years old and earlier this year I went on my very first plane trip, I'm a bit of a late bloomer I guess. From the moment the landing gear left the runway I was hooked. I feel in love with aviation and now I feel like I belong in the sky. I want to be an airline pilot... I guess my first question would be, have I waited too long?

I'm almost 28, is that too late to start at the very beginning of this path?

Assuming that it isn't, the next question would be what's the best step to accomplish this goal?

I've looked into an accelerated flight school, which to me seems to be the best bet as they provide a Airline Sponsored Career-Track, and a guaranteed CFI position after completing the course. This would be great to help build hours for landing a job in the regionals.

An issue I have is that I don't have a college degree, which as you know is a requirement for working for the major US carriers (which is the ultimate goal) so maybe a university with an aviation degree program is the better choice.

I'm really confused at to what to do... My last concern is cost... because of my credit rating it is going to be difficult if not impossible to get a loan for college or flight training.

Question 4:

Carl, I stumbled across your podcast just recently. You do a great Job here! Your latest podcast about bush flying is the first I did listen to and it gave me hope to challenge my luck again.

I have an old and expired ATPL (Austrian) and multi engine, commercial IFR (USA) and a theoretical flight instructor with 500 something hours in manned aviation (piston) plus another 300 something hours of UAV flying (fixed wing and helicopter) as well as over 7 years of flight instruction UAV helicopter and fixed wing.

The podcast gave me hope to once more try to enter the fields of manned aviation. Keep up the good work - I'll listen to all the other podcasts since I commute two hours each day 😉

greetings from Linköping Sweden

 Question 5:

Greetings from Argentina

I'm mechanical engineer and with a private pilot license. I'm 26 years old and starting to build hours for the commercial and instrument rating here in Argentina.

Thanks for the webinars, training material, etc!!! Thanks a lot! They are really helpful for training!

Question 6:

Hi!

I want to start by saying that I really appreciate your podcast. It has helped me tremendous in my preparation for a career in aviation. You guys rock! 🙂

I am from Stockholm, Sweden. I am going to apply to a pilot college in Sweden, that is for free, and since its worth about 200 000 dollars there are thousands of applicants for only 30 seats. But if I don't try I'll never know right?

My question is, how do you think I can prepare for the Pilot Aptitude Test that I have to ace in order to have a chance. The test consists of:

• Logical ability
• Perceptual capacity (thoroughness and efficiency)
• Spacial judgment
• Memory
• Technical/Mechanical understanding

Honestly, I can hardly understand what the test even consists of.

Have you done a similar test, and if so what are your thoughts and opinions on it?

Have you done a podcast episode on Pilot Aptitude Test, or would you consider bringing it up?

Thank you in advance, and keep up the good work!

Question 7:

Greetings,

Please allow me this opportunity to thank you for putting together this wonderful resource.  I have been absorbing as much information as possible regarding a profession in the "121" environment.  Your podcast is by far one of the most informational and unbiased.

A little about me, I began my passion for flight at the ripe old age of 8.  My dad, who was a navigator on a B29, had a friend take me up in an old 170 Cessna, it was the tease of a lifetime, I did not fly again until age 45.

For my 45th birthday my wife gave me the gift of flight (or the curse depending on your perspective).  I was hooked again, this time with no intention of letting go.  At this time I was a career Police Officer nearing retirement really having no idea what life would be like after Law Enforcement.

Unfortunately life once again had other plans.  A family situation would no longer allow me to fly.

Age 50 and retirement came quickly. The need, yes this is the appropriate word, NEED, to fly was ever stronger.

I very carefully researched flight schools, FBO's colleges, etc.  I decided on a fast-paced program due to my age and financial status.This past summer has been fun, I have studied for and successfully completed six FAA knowledge tests; PPL, IFR, COM, FOI, CFI, CFII and obtained my Class 1 medical.

Jumping the gun you might say, to me this was the most logical thing to do with my time this summer, my thoughts were at the very least I will have a good basic understanding.  Along with these I'm also reading the Turbine Pilot's Handbook, a very informative easy to read layman's guide to jet engines.

My flight training will begin, but by the grace of God, on 5th of January 2015, wish me luck....

My question for you and perhaps Capt. Guyer is do you believe the "regionals" would be interested in someone of my age.  I am not the type to job jump, I have been researching regionals and as of this writing have what I believe will be my top 4.  This research is based on over-all financial stability, future earnings, hiring, upgrade times both real and projected.   Whomever I chose, and, whomever choses me, will most likely have me until I can no longer fly the line due to age out, yes I will more then likely retire from the regionals, hopefully as a CA/Check-airman, after-all one needs a retirement job right?

Question 8:

From The Airplane Geeks Podcast.

Hi! In January I'm going to start school at a University majoring in Aviation.

My Uncle was a pilot and when I was a child he used to sneak me up to Oshkosh and every airport he could think of and get me flying without my parents knowing. Anyway I went to college and I forgot about my dream but every time I looked up I remembered what it was like and now I know this is what I want to do. My Uncle said he would love to help me but he recently passed away from pancreatic cancer. My family thinks I'm crazy like they thought he was crazy. I can't imagine my future stuck on the ground.

The point of this whole thing is that I was hoping you could point me in the direction of scholarships? My GPA right now is 3.6 so that's not a problem. It's just finding the scholarships.

Links:

Airplane Geeks Podcast

ACP037 - Is It Too Late, Flying Club vs 141, What University Should I Choose, Scholarships, Starting Over

ACP067 – Bush Flying as a Mission Pilot : The Real Story with Brian Pottinger

ACP065 – How to Become an Airline Check Airman with Robert Guyer

 Scholarship of the week:

A Love of Aviation (ALOA) Scholarship

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Pre-Flight Checklist

Carl, Eric and Rick are here interviewing Tom Wachowski of the Private Jet Podcast.

Update on Log Ten Pro: Rick had an update on his pick of the week Log10Pro. Log10Pro is not currently compatible with iCloud. When the problem is fixed there should be an update, which is usually a free update but it is possible it could be a paid upgrade.Check their website for details.

Aerospace Discovery Weekend: Eric announced that the Wings & Things aviation youth camp from Sun N' Fun is being rebranded as Aerospace Discovery Weekend, and is taking place the weekend of October 24th, 2014. A lot more activities have been added. This is a camping event, and children 8 and up can get their first flight. Carl and Eric will be attending recording interviews and possibly live broadcasting.

Aviation Maintenance Presentation: Carl recently participated in a W.I.N.G.S. Safety Presentation, and was given permission to post the slides online. The talk covers new GPS rules and other important recent changes.

Turbo the Flying Dog: Victoria has an article out on Buzzfeed about Turbo with a great animated picture of Turbo.

Cruise Flight

Our main topic today is an interview with Tom Wachowski of the Private Jet Podcast.

• Tom discusses currency in the planes he flies, some of the technologies used and the rules surrounding them.
• Tom and Eric discuss the differences between being current and being proficient.
• Letters of Authorization and other things needed to stay in compliance with corporate jets, which are more difficult than smaller planes.
• Tom's career path into Corporate Jets.
• How the scheduling works for corporate pilots: scheduling ahead of time versus being on call.
• Rick asked about plane ownership versus renting, which led to a discussion on using corporate jets and the organization No Plane No Gain, which crunches the numbers on why corporations need planes to save time and money.

After Landing Checklist

~Picks of the Week~

Since this is an interview show, there are no picks of the week. Enjoy the interview!

This episode is sponsored by:

Michael Singleton, FAA Aviation Safety Inspector Airworthiness, presented "Human Factors and Owner Operator Maintenance" at the FAA Safety Seminar on October 6, 2014. Bellow is a slide show from the presentation.

I hope you will consider registering at FAASAfety.gov and learn more about the FAA Wings Program. Did you know earning a phase of the Wings program substitutes for a flight review? Find out more at FAASafety.gov.

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This week we have another Question and Answer Session with Tom Wachowski.

Listener Mail:

I'm an aviation enthusiast and I wish to go to flight school in 12 months time. What can I do right now to prepare me for flight school?

I Would love to hear a discussion about aviation career opportunities for those guys who are older (60+). Seems as though all of the scholarships and show segments are geared toward the younger generation.

The Aviation Instructor's Handbook available as a free public domain audiobook from Librivox.org.

An update on a listener's pursuit of changing careers after 20 plus years in the same industry.

I am in information technology sector based out of india. I have around 5 years of experience. I wanted to enter aviation field. What are my chances?

Do you think in home flight simulators will help with the instrument rating? I want to make the most of my money and be a safe consistent pilot.

A student pilot at age 35 looking for a new career wants to know if he can make a livable wage working at a regional.

Is the Sporty's ground school a good one ?

A listener's dream is to one day make it to at least the Regionals as a pilot and discusses his dream of becoming an aviation photographer.

A Career changer discusses getting cold feet.

I am currently a school music teacher, so aviation right now is a pipe dream/hobby. Still, I am having so much fun learning about the industry. Your guests are incredible. You seem to find the best of the best.

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

Quora

Pay at Horizon or any of the airlines can be found at the website will fly for food.

Visit our past episodes page at http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/past-episodes/ .

Episode 003 – How to be a Successful Part Time Flight Instructor

Episode 008 – Combining a Flying Career with Another Career Interview with Jamie Beckett, Publisher of Flight Monkeys

ACP014 – What Is Business And Private Aviation?, Interview with Corporate Pilot Tom Wachowski

Mark Alberts Photography

Scholarship of the week:
Fly Now Award

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Pre-Flight Checklist

Carl is recording from near Sky Manor Airport in Pittstown, NJ where he watched balloons taking off this evening. Sean is out this week but everyone else is here and ready to go!

Cruise Flight

Victoria visited Iceland, where she got to see about 75% of the country. She said General Aviation is well represented and very healthy there. You can check out pictures at her blog.

Also Victoria will be at the AOPA Homecoming Saturday 10/4 at the Frederick Municipal Airport booth 21 (Aviation Insurance Resources) from 9-4. Turbo The Flying Dog will also be there. You can also come to hanger E-7 11-2 for a free cookout!

For tonight's main topic, Carl reads an email from a listener about mitigating safety problems in General Aviation. The group discussed various safety issues, different types of aircraft and the mitigating circumstances. Victoria also discussed some of the issues related to different planes and insurance rates, and the whole group discussed seat restraints and how they use them. 30% of GA deaths are a result of head injuries which could possibly be prevented by using restraints.

After Landing Checklist

~Picks of the Week~

Victoria: Skyfunder.com Flexible, worldwide crowd funding for aviation and aerospace projects.

Rick: Log Ten Pro for Mac & iOS. Digital log book for flight tracking, syncs with iCloud.

Carl: Pilot Get - a - Ways. A wonderful site for adventure travel for aviators.

Eric: AOPA Flight Risk Evaluation App. ASI online risk course evaluation tool, which includes weather data.

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With the growth of travel and aviation in China there is an increase in the number of piloting jobs. We have received many e-mails from listeners asking what it is like to fly in China. Many of you heard that the opportunities to fly in China are very lucrative.

In episode 11 we had Dave Ross, the president of WASINC, on the show to explain the opportunities in China, but many of you wanted to know what it is really like to fly and live in China. Today I have with me Doug Ward; a Boeing 737 Captain who is actually flying in China.

Doug is based in Shenzhen, China and is currently flying as an active B737-800 Captain. Captain Ward has over 13,000 hours of flight time, including Captain on the DC-10, B737, B727, F27, and SA-227 to name a few.

He has also served as a Check Airman and Instructor. Doug has an extensive background as a captain, check airman, instructor, and pilot recruiter. We are excited to have Doug on the show to answer the question “what is it really like to fly in China?”

Doug and I Discuss:

• Why you should consider flying in China.
• The personal benefits of flying in China.
• The Challenges of flying in China.
• Living in China.
• The financial benefits.
• How do you find a job flying in China.

Links:

L-3 Aviation Products Scholarship (registered users)

WASINC

ACP011-Flying In China, Interview With WASINC President Dave Ross

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Pre-Flight Checklist

The comment period for proposed rule making related to what can be stored in airport hangers has been extended until October 6th. You can find more details about this in Episode 079 as well as the link to comment.

Aviation Careers Podcast is hosting another webinar September 30th, this one titled Should You Become an Airline Pilot? This webinar is free but you must sign up.

Eric Crump's sister had her first baby today, so Eric flew his family to see his sister's family in Central Alabama.

Victoria announced that her kickstarter campaign for Turbo the Flying Dog launched last week and has already reached 50% of it's goal!

Cruise Flight

Victoria is heading to Iceland, and opened a discussion on how volcanoes can disrupt flights. You can check volcanic activity around the world.

Rick brought up the recent crash of a TBM900 near Jamaica due to possible hypoxia and depressurization. Carl went over some of the warning signs of depressurization and how to protect yourself in the event of a loss in cabin pressure. Carl also went over the CARE checklist, which is Consequences, Alternatives, Reality, and External Pressures.

After Landing Checklist

~Picks of the Week~

Rick: Hyperlapse for video capture with your phone. It's claim to fame is using image stabilization in a phone app. The app is currently only available for iOS.

Eric: Ask a CFI blog for posting questions and sharing information on aviation.

Carl: Tomorrow's Aviation Museum.

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