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Aviation Careers Podcast

Aviation Careers Podcast

Carl Valeri 456 Episodes Sep 21, 2026

A podcast focused on helping listeners achieve their aviation career goals. It covers topics related to becoming a pilot, advancing in the aviation industry, and navigating career paths in aviation.

Episodes

ACP469 Master the Language of Aviation
ACP469 Master the Language of Aviation Sep 21, 2026 58:09 Aviation has its own language—and for a new student pilot, mechanic, or aviation professional, that language can sometimes feel overwhelming. Today we talk with Daniel Bezden, private pilot and founder of Keynomen Aviation, a platform designed to help aviation students develop a deeper understanding of the words, terms, and abbreviations they encounter throughout their training. … Continue reading
ACP468 A Midlife Reinvention: Anita Ammon’s Inspiring Career Change
ACP468 A Midlife Reinvention: Anita Ammon’s Inspiring Career Change Sep 14, 2026 51:27 “Am I too old to change careers and become a professional pilot?” Sometimes that question comes from someone in their 30s. Sometimes in their 40s. Sometimes in their 50s. But underneath the question is usually something deeper: Can I really leave the career and life I’ve already built and start over in aviation? Our guest … Continue reading ACP468 A Midlife Reinvention: Anita Ammon’s Inspiring Car
ACP467 From Corporate Flight Attendant to Children’s Author — Jessica Chrismer
ACP467 From Corporate Flight Attendant to Children’s Author — Jessica Chrismer Sep 7, 2026 59:01 Jessica Chrismer has traveled to all 50 states and at least 30 countries during a career that has included more than a decade as a corporate flight attendant. But somewhere along the journey, aviation led her toward another career she never expected—becoming an award-winning children’s author. Today we’re going to talk about two careers you … Continue reading ACP467 From Corporate Flight Attendant
ACP466 Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: Lessons in Perseverance, Passion, and Laughter
ACP466 Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: Lessons in Perseverance, Passion, and Laughter Aug 31, 2026 29:42 Today we have a special guest Kevin McDermott Author of Flight Path: An Irreverent Aviation Tale. Kevin encourages pilots and non-pilots alike to persevere through setbacks, appreciate the mentors who shape our lives, and never lose their sense of humor along the way. Affiliate Link to book: https://amzn.to/4zjCd2W Coaching and Mentorship: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/ We will h
ACP465 Pilot: The Ultimate Remote Career
ACP465 Pilot: The Ultimate Remote Career Aug 24, 2026 17:24 Coaching, Courses, and Scholarships. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/ ========================================= When most people hear the phrase “remote career,” they picture someone working from a laptop at home, sitting in a coffee shop, or answering emails from a beach. But there is another kind of remote career. A career where your office might be 35,000 feet above the ground. A … Conti
ACP464 A Pilot’s Second Act After The Pension Disappeared
ACP464 A Pilot’s Second Act After The Pension Disappeared Aug 17, 2026 29:45 Bankruptcy. Merger. A frozen pension. Furlough. These are words every airline pilot hopes they will never hear. Today’s guest has experienced all of them—and still managed to rebuild, reinvent himself, and come out on top. Paul Horsley is a retired airline pilot and the author of “Why the Rich Don’t Die Broke”. Paul, welcome to … Continue reading ACP464 A Pilot’s Second Act After The Pension Disap
ACP463 Hours vs.The Right Hours with Elliot Mintzer
ACP463 Hours vs.The Right Hours with Elliot Mintzer Aug 10, 2026 18:55 Today we have a returning guest Elliot Mintzer to discuss Building the Right Hours. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com/ Talking Points: 1. Every Hour Is Not Created Equal 2. Chase Responsibility Before You Chase Aircraft 3. Learn the Business, Not Just the Airplane 4. Seek Mentors Who Challenge You 5. Think Like a Future Chief Pilot From Day … Continue reading ACP463 Hours vs.The Right Hours with E
ACP462 Changing Careers in Your 50s: Doug Wolfe’s Journey to Corporate Aviation
ACP462 Changing Careers in Your 50s: Doug Wolfe’s Journey to Corporate Aviation Aug 3, 2026 26:33 Is it too late to become a professional pilot in your 50s? Today’s guest, Doug Wolfe, proves that age does not have to prevent you from pursuing your aviation dreams. Doug changed careers in his 50s and is now living his dream as a corporate pilot. In this episode of the Aviation Careers Podcast, Doug … Continue reading ACP462 Changing Careers in Your 50s: Doug Wolfe’s Journey to Corporate Aviatio
ACP461 Young Aviation Entrepreneur Ethan Lin
ACP461 Young Aviation Entrepreneur Ethan Lin Jul 27, 2026 34:20 Most 15-year-olds are just beginning to think about their future careers. Today’s guest says he is already working in aircraft sales and representing a Polish light-sport aircraft in California Sponsor: https://PIlotCounsel.com  Links https://linktr.ee/ekolotcalifornia https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/  Coaching, Courses, and Scholarships. Upcoming Events and Air Shows: FlySnf.org 2027 – Apr
ACP460  A Trip To The Emergency Room Grounded Me : Lessons Learned One Year Later
ACP460 A Trip To The Emergency Room Grounded Me : Lessons Learned One Year Later Jul 13, 2026 22:50 One year ago I sat in my car outside the urgent care knowing I should go due to my medical condition but also knew that my career as a pilot may end. This is the story of what I did and what I learned one year later. Before I get started, full disclosure: my attorney … Continue reading ACP460 A Trip To The Emergency Room Grounded Me : Lessons Learned One Year Later → The post ACP460 A Trip To Th
ACP459 Using Your 529 For Flight Training with Paul Wynns
ACP459 Using Your 529 For Flight Training with Paul Wynns Jul 6, 2026 32:35 Today, we have a special guest, Paul Wynns, to discuss using your 529 for flight training. Paul is the co-founder of FlexAir Flight, recently received his PhD, and is a volunteer with The Flight Training Alliance, an organization key to advancing this new legislation. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com Links: https://www.nftaus.org/ https://goflexair.com/ https://goflexair.com/529 https://www.aviat
ACP458 Starting a Part 135 with Elliot Mintzer
ACP458 Starting a Part 135 with Elliot Mintzer Jun 29, 2026 26:02 Today we have a special guest Elliot Mintzer, a former operator of two multimillion dollar PC-12 focused part 135 operations. We are excited to discuss what it takes to start and operate a successful Part 135 operation. Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use the coupon code “CoachItForward” for the first month free. One-On-One Coaching: https://valeri-a

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