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Aviation Careers Podcast

Aviation Careers Podcast

Carl Valeri 456 Episodes Aug 17, 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

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
ACP457 “Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes” Author Irwin Wenzel
ACP457 “Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes” Author Irwin Wenzel Jun 22, 2026 34:44 Today we have a special guest Irwin Wenzel Author of Nice Jewish Boys Don’t Fly Airplanes : A sharp, funny, and heartfelt memoir about defying expectations—and finding your own flight path. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com/ Talking Points: How he developed his passion for aviation. Growing up in the Queens and understanding Why Jewish Boys Don’t Fly. Irwin’s … Continue reading ACP457 “Nice Jewish
ACP456 What does Spirit shutting down mean for new pilots?
ACP456 What does Spirit shutting down mean for new pilots? Jun 15, 2026 13:51 The most common question I get after publishing my last episode about surviving a furlough is “What does Spirit shutting down mean for new pilots?” Today, I will also answer the question of how this affects all pilots at all levels. Talking Points: https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/spirit-airlines-closure-a-devastating-blow-to-more-than-2000-pilots-thousands-more-workers This news does not a
ACP455 Getting Started with FAA Medical Certification
ACP455 Getting Started with FAA Medical Certification Jun 8, 2026 28:21 Today we have a special guest Chris Pezalla to discuss getting started with FAA Medical Certification. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com Talking Points: Steps before you apply -Read the user guide -Have your medical information ready -Application process (MedExpress) and AME visit -Be accurate and complete -Find additional documentation -Save the confirmation number -Post AME Visit -Issued (But …
ACP454 How To Survive A Furlough
ACP454 How To Survive A Furlough May 20, 2026 14:45 If you have been furloughed, are facing a furlough, or want to know what a furlough is, this podcast is for you. I know what it is like to be furloughed and have been assisting furloughed pilots for over 25 years. Today I am going to share with you proven steps that work in surviving … Continue reading ACP454 How To Survive A Furlough → The post ACP454 How To Survive A Furlough appeared first on A
ACP453 Why I Retired Early As An Airline Pilot
ACP453 Why I Retired Early As An Airline Pilot May 11, 2026 58:02 Do you ever wonder why some airline pilots retire early, even though we have heard this is a dream job? Today we have a special guest, Max Kohnke, who recently retired early as an airline pilot, and he shares why he retired early and what he misses and doesn’t miss about the job one year … Continue reading ACP453 Why I Retired Early As An Airline Pilot → The post ACP453 Why I Retired Early As An A

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