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Joining me today is Russ Roslewski, Co-Host of Stuck Mic AvCast. He has taken the next step in his aviation career and secured a job as a Flight Inspection Pilot for a government agency. Russ is a very experienced pilot, former Air Traffic Controller, Air Force Veteran, and accomplished flight instructor. I am excited to hear about his new position as part of his aviation career journey.

But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and click on the online course. If you have questions please email us at: feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com. 

Talking Points:

What is Flight Inspection?

What aircraft do they fly?

Where can you find the job opportunities and how do you apply?

What is the interview process like?

What are they looking for in a pilot?

Audience questions:

What is initial training like?

What bases are available?

What is your schedule like?

How many crew?

Is the job commutable?

Links: 

https://www.usajobs.gov 

http://StuckMicAvCast.com 

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But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and click on the online course. If you have questions please email us at: feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com. 

Talking Points:

Her Journey to the flight deck was with many challenges.

How her passion for aviation grew.

Job efficiency is important.

Family promoted her being resourceful. 

Looked toward others for help.

The challenges of being a Spanish-speaking female immigrant learning to fly.

How she started.

The importance of working hard.

Why you should embrace failure as part of the process towards success.

How to overcome the challenges of being in a new country and learning a new language.

Support network.

Social networking challenges and rewards.

PIck positive people to be part of your life.

You must knock at the door to enter.

What is next for Mary in her career journey.

Links: 

https://www.instagram.com/capijulieta/ 

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp214-advice-from-a-latina-airline-pilot/ 

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast.

Joining me today is Brianna Dittman to discuss careers in Flight Operations and Ferry flying.

But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and click on the online course. If you have questions please email us at: feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com.

Sponsor:

Thank you to the sponsor of this episode http://PlaneEnglishSim.com. Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is an App-based aviation radio simulator and is an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR flight.

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarships guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today.

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/

Talking Points:

Welcome, Brianna Dittman, and thanks for taking the time to help us understand careers in an often misunderstood segment of aviation, aircraft delivery, and crew leasing.
How did her career path lead her to her current role in flight operations?
What is Nomadic Aviation?
What are trips like from start to finish from an operational perspective?
What is aircraft delivery?
Are there different types of aircraft that companies specialize in?
What is crew leasing?
Test flying and aircraft acceptance.

How you can discover careers in this unique field of aviation.

Links:

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/

Sponsor:

Thank you to the sponsor of this episode http://PlaneEnglishSim.com. Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is an App-based aviation radio simulator and is an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR flight.

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarships guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today. http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/

https://www.nomadic.aero

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Today we answer the question: how do I start a career at 45 years old? Thank you to our listener who wrote into feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com 

If you have a question leave on in the comments below or write us directly at:

feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com . I really like helping you reach your career goals.

Sponsor:

Speaking of helping people reach their goals, a special shout out to the sponsor of this episode http://PlaneEnglishSim.com . Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is an App-based aviation radio simulator and is an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR flight. 

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarships guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today. http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/  

Listener Mail:

 I am an avid listener of the Aviation NewsTalk podcast with Max Trescott and during this week's episode, he mentioned your name and your associated Aviation Careers podcast.  I immediately jumped over to listen to one of your episodes and found myself with the impulse to reach out to you.  

 I have spent the last year working towards my Private Pilot Certificate, which I obtained last month.    Now, at the horizon of turning 45, I have found myself at a precipice of a career change, with a strong force pulling me towards becoming a commercial pilot. 

For as long as I can remember, planes have held a special place in my life.  Having my Private Pilot Certificate is something I have dreamed about for nearly 3 decades - since the release of MS Flight Simulator 3.0.  

However, as a divorced father of three and the welcome recipient of a steady income, I am interested in knowing if you have any suggestions/tips/tricks for taking the plunge into the ATP process, airline hiring, etc.  I am excited by the prospect of a career in aviation though I know there are things to take into consideration as well.  Most people don’t start this process at 45.  

If there is any information, hindsight, or insight you might be willing to share with me, I would greatly appreciate it.  In the meantime, I look forward to tuning into your next show and hope to hear from you. 

• Congratulations on Your Private Pilot Certificate.
• You are not alone at 45. Many people start a second career in aviation with some as guests on this show.
• Some advice for those starting a career at 45:
  • You must create a plan.
  • Good grasp of your financial situation.
  • Communicate with your family the plan.
  • This is a team effort.
  • Reach out to a career coach for motivation and an unbiased opinion.
• Financing your career change at 45.
  • Cash.
  • Loans.
  • Look for non-traditional student scholarships.

Links: 

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/ 

Sponsor:

Thank you to the sponsor of this episode http://PlaneEnglishSim.com . Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is an App-based aviation radio simulator and an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR. 

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarships guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today. http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ 

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast.
In today’s episode I interview Flight Operations Administrator Brianna Dittman to discuss why you should join Women In Aviation and how to start your own chapter.

If you have a question leave on in the comments below or write us directly at:
feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com

Before we begin I want to say thank you to all of our listeners who have supported us through Patreon and the pay it forward program. If you are interested in helping someone achieve their aviation goal please consider our pay it forward program from our sister podcast.

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

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free

Talking Points:

Briannas career path.
What is Women in Aviation International?
https://www.wai.org/about-wai
https://www.wai.org/members/members-benefitsis a nonprofit organization dedicated to the encouragement and advancement of women in all aviation career fields and interests.
Mentors https://www.wai.org/members/mentors
Career Fairs
Scholarships
Networking.
Open To all to join.
Girls In Aviation Day
WAI Conference Where to find more information.
https://www.wai.org
https://flyzolo.com Youngest Woman Solo Around The World.
Can’t Find a Chapter?
Forming a Women In Aviation Chapter.
What you should consider first.
Challenges of forming a chapter.
How to find members?
How to create a sustainable chapter.
https://www.wai.org/chapters/chapter_start

Links:

https://www.wai.org
https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-in-aviation-international/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannadittman/
president@waijax.com
https://www.instagram.com/waijax_fl/

Sponsor:

Thank you to the sponsor of this episode http://PlaneEnglishSim.com . Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is the App-based aviation radio simulator and an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR.

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarships guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today. http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/

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Welcome to episode 297 this is Russ Roslewski, not Carl with a cold. It has been a while since we’ve recorded, but for good reason - In today's episode We switch seats! Bill English and I are going to interview Carl about his recent upgrade to Captain. Hopefully, you will learn from his experience and learn how to prepare for your next rating.  

Preflight Checklist:

Speaking of helping people reach their goals, a special shout out to the sponsor of this episode http://PlaneEnglishSim.com. Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is the App-based aviation radio simulator and an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR. 

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarship guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareersPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today.

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ 

Cruise Flight: 

• Good to be back podcasting again and why we have been silent.
• Upgrading at an Airline. There is more than you think.
• The Process.
  • Why the Short course
  • Why is training “reset” during the process?
  • Why no 8710 for me but the FO needed one.
  • How was the training different for a Captain vs. an FO?
  • How had training changed since the last time you did it?
• What is next?
• Advice in preparing for your next rating.

After Landing Checklist:

Pick Of The Week:

Carl - https://www.cirruspilots.org 

Russ - 3 Feet to the Left: A New Captain's Journey from Pursuit to Perspective - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42187229-3-feet-to-the-left

Bill - https://librivox.org/ 

Sponsor:

Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is an App-based aviation radio simulator and an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR. 

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarship guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today. http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ 

Links Mentioned:

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp275-whats-it-really-like-to-be-a-new-airline-captain-with-korry-franke/

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. In today’s episode, we discuss if it is more important to build hours or get the best paying job flying in your career.

If you have a question leave on in the comments below or write us directly at: feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com

Before we begin I want to say thank you to all of our listeners who have supported us through Patreon and the pay it forward program. If you are interested in helping someone achieve their aviation goal please consider our pay it forward program from our sister podcast http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/ http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free

Talking Points:

00:00 Intro Upgrade to Captain on the A320/A321

02:56 Time Or Money? It Depends.

03:30 Highschool Student

06:23 College Student

08:05 Build Valuable Time.

09:37 Graduate and flight instructor.

10:30 Career 2.0 or Encore Career.

11:29 Speak with your family and a career counselor or career coach. 13:12 Don’t let anyone steal your dream!

16:28 Carl’s inspirational message.

Links:

http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp082-avoiding-a-2-million-dollar-mistake-in-your-pilot-career/

https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/flight-training-magazine

Sponsor:

Thank you to the sponsor of this episode PlaneEnglishSim.com. Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that.

PlaneEnglishSim is an App-based aviation radio simulator and an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR. Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarships guide and the coupon code are in the show notes.

There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today. http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/

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In today’s episode, we discuss the type of degree You need to become an airline pilot.

If you have a question leave on in the comments below or write us directly at:

feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com 

All of these questions today come from the video:

Do I Need A Bachelor's Degree To Become An Airline Pilot?

https://youtu.be/F3FH1yxQDng 

Listener Mail:

From YouTube:

• I am planning to become a pilot in the near future. But I  am planning on getting a degree first. Which degree would you suggest between B.Sc Aeronautical Science (3yrs)  and B.Tech Aeronautical Engineering  (4 yrs)
• What school did you go to become a pilot? And how much did it cost?
• I am getting out of the military soon and will have my associate's degree completed in 3 more months. Your advice is exactly what I needed to hear! Would you recommend I begin my flight training ASAP or focus on my bachelor's?

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In today’s episode, we discuss if it is better to go the 121 our corporate aviation route as a pilot over 50. 

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Listener Mail:

I have been a long-time listener of the “Aviation Careers Podcast.”  

My goal is to finish up my rating this year and end up with a CFII. I currently run a successful business that I  work 2-3 days a week.   It has taken me many years to get to the point where I can focus on my next career as a Commercial Pilot.  

My plan is to sell my business in 3 years when my daughter graduates college and pursue a job at either the airlines or 135 Fractional company.  I will have a fairly well-funded retirement at that time but hate to leave money on the table. 

As far as retirement goes, what would be a better choice: a 121 airline where my earning potential is approx. 12 years ( I am 50 now) or a 135 Fractional like NetJets where I would have  almost 17 years of earning potential.  I have been on all the message boards and am even more confused than when I started. QOL is not a big issue as my wife and I would not mind moving to a new city so we could live in base.

Thank you for always inspiring me to move forward in my Aviation Journey.

• Benefits of corporate or fractional. Make more money in the first 2 years after that you are not gaining much. 
• You can always fly 135 after your airline career and but not the other way around.
• 135/Corporate has more generous commuting meaning you are home-based.
• Pay is better at airlines, especially legacy - 5-year wide-body FO will be making $200 an hour which is $1000 a day minimum. 
• 10-year captain pay at fractional or large corporate is about $200,000
• Some flight departments pay more but the potential for larger pay is better at the airlines especially as you go past 5 years.
• Remember bigger the plane the bigger the paycheck when it comes to the airlines. 
• That is why most lean more towards legacy airlines that fly wide-body aircraft. 
• You normally won’t see widebodies at Low-cost carriers although there are exceptions.
• Airlines Retirement. Average 16% on top of your salary.
• Fractional and corporate vary from 5% to 10% plus additional bonus money
• Many legacies and LCC airlines allow profit-sharing money to go to the 401k also.
• Also, many legacy and LCCs have VEBA money which is a voluntary employees' beneficiary association. A trust set up for medical expenses. 
• Travel benefits obviously are better on the airline with the largest network which leans toward the majors.
• To put it all together, Career Coaching and meeting with a financial planner is a great idea.
• What Is A VEBA 
• Understanding Your 401k Plan and Benefits 

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