Justin Brown has a degree in finance and takes a particular interest in the strength of airlines in cycle downturns. Grab some networking strategies in this episode so you can be selective during competitive hiring markets.

Welcome to the Avic Air Podcast, where we soar into the complexities and triumphs of building a career in aviation. Each episode is designed to guide pilots through the intricacies of accumulating necessary flight hours and navigating the highly competitive aviation industry. Join us as we provide essential insights and advice for pilots at all stages of their careers—from those just starting out to seasoned aviators aiming for major airline positions.

In this episode, we sit down with Scott, the assistant chief pilot from PlaneSense. With years of experience in both piloting and human resources, Scott brings a wealth of knowledge on what major airlines are looking for in candidates. We'll explore why PlaneSense is a notable name on any resume, discuss how to handle tricky interview questions, and share strategies to succeed in new-hire training programs.

Tune in to elevate your aviation career with expert tips and insider knowledge that can help you navigate your journey to the cockpit of a major airline.

Delta Airlines has a reputation being one of the best places to work. Let's hear if it is true first hand from a line pilot who lives in Atlanta, but commutes to NYC for work. Mike has decades of aviation experience and delivers some amazing advice for the next generation.

Human connection is something that we ALL NEED. The best way to achieve a satisfying level of connection and a “complete” feeling within our relationships is through positive and effective communication.

Scan the golden nuggets and pieces of coal below to see any of them resonate with you.

The consequences of giving too many pieces of coal will leave you with a loss of connection, broken relationships, lost friends, or FIRED. You will not get what you need and you will come across as a selfish person who is mostly disliked.

Erik Sabiston is the founder of RTAG, a group designed to help military and civilian pilots find their way into a successful aviation career.

In this episode, you will hear some insider tips as well as pros and cons of the helicopter vs airline career. Which path will you take?

We are all predisposed to take the path of least resistance. In aviation, this is causing a perpetual problem. How do we solve it?

Great conversations lead to safer skies. Communication barriers due to personality differences are most often unveiled in the most inopportune times. Discover your communication strengths and weaknesses by identifying your personality type, and then discuss potential latent compatibility issues when your personality type is interacting with your crewmember's type.