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Zero Hours to CFI in SHORT 6 Months at BARGIN $51,000: Here's How It's Done // #93

2/9/2025
In this episode of the Pro Pilot Playbook podcast, hosts Sean Richey and Mike Martin interview Colin Harper, a recent flight training success story. Colin shares his journey from a financial planning career to becoming a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) in just six months. He discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of choosing the right flight school, and the financial aspects of his training. Colin emphasizes the value of accelerated training and the support he received from his instructors, ultimately leading to his successful check rides and newfound passion for aviation. Takeaways: ✈ Colin transitioned from financial planning to aviation. ✈ He completed his CFI in just six months. ✈ Choosing the right flight school was crucial. ✈ Accelerated training helped him achieve his goals quickly. ✈ Colin faced challenges balancing family life and training. ✈ He utilized various online resources for ground school. ✈ The financial aspect of training was a significant consideration. ✈ Colin's training included flying in winter conditions. ✈ He found joy in instructing after becoming a CFI. ✈ Colin encourages others to pursue their aviation dreams. Pro-Pilot Playbook: ✈Pro-Pilot Playbook provides people with the knowledge and tools to become professional pilots FASTER & CHEAPER. There is no other product available that even comes close in comparison! This a groundbreaking career development course aspiring aviators. If you are considering flight training, or currently in flight training, this course is CRITICAL if you want it done FAST, CHEAP, and CORRECTLY. This is the BLUEPRINT to launch your aviation career! ✈Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. 🚀 Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! 🚀 ✈If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Journey 03:05 Colin's Background and Decision to Fly 06:00 Choosing the Right Flight School 08:52 Accelerated Training Experience 12:06 Flight School Structure and Instructors 14:59 Transitioning to Flight Instruction 18:11 Reflections on the Journey and Future Plans 19:32 Navigating Flight Training Challenges 24:13 Overcoming Financial and Time Constraints 26:57 The Cost of Becoming a Pilot 30:20 The Emotional Journey of Career Transition 33:47 Looking Ahead: Future Aspirations

Duration:00:34:40

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Sky High Sales: The Business of Selling Private Jets // #92

11/29/2024
In this episode of the Pro Pilot Playbook podcast, hosts Sean and Mike welcome Colin Dunne, an aircraft purchase specialist from Jetcraft. They discuss the intricacies of aircraft sales, the importance of having a knowledgeable team when buying or selling aircraft, and Colin's unique journey into the aviation industry. The conversation covers the role of Jetcraft in the global aircraft market, the daily life of an aircraft broker, and the significance of market knowledge in making informed purchasing decisions. Colin shares insights on navigating the market for both large and small aircraft, emphasizing the value of professional guidance in transactions. The episode concludes with a discussion on favorite aircraft and the future of aviation. Takeaways: ✈ Colin Dunn is an aircraft purchase specialist at Jetcraft. ✈ Jetcraft is a global leader in aircraft sales and acquisitions. ✈ Having a knowledgeable team is crucial in aircraft transactions. ✈ Market knowledge is essential for making informed offers. ✈ Colin's journey into aviation began with an engineering background. ✈ The majority of business jets are based in North America. ✈Professional guidance can help buyers and sellers navigate complex transactions. ✈ Smaller aircraft transactions may require different expertise. ✈ Understanding market conditions can lead to better purchasing decisions. ✈ The aviation industry is in need of more pilots. Pro-Pilot Playbook: ✈Pro-Pilot Playbook provides people with the knowledge and tools to become professional pilots FASTER & CHEAPER. There is no other product available that even comes close in comparison! This a groundbreaking career development course aspiring aviators. If you are considering flight training, or currently in flight training, this course is CRITICAL if you want it done FAST, CHEAP, and CORRECTLY. This is the BLUEPRINT to launch your aviation career! ✈Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. 🚀 Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! 🚀 ✈If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Aircraft Purchasing and Sales 02:04 Understanding Jetcraft's Role in Aircraft Sales 06:17 A Day in the Life of an Aircraft Broker 12:42 Colin's Journey to Aircraft Brokerage 15:45 The Importance of Market Knowledge in Aircraft Sales 19:54 Navigating the Market for Smaller Aircraft 24:08 The Value of Professional Guidance in Aircraft Transactions 27:14 Finding the Right Aircraft: Buyer and Seller Dynamics 29:42 Favorite Aircraft and Future Trends in Aviation

Duration:00:33:19

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Mastering the Pilot Interview: Mistakes to Avoid & Inside Tips to Land Your Jet Job // #91

10/4/2024
In this episode of the Pro-Pilot Playbook Podcast, Sean Richey and Mike Martin discuss essential tips for preparing for pilot interviews, particularly in the corporate aviation sector. They emphasize the importance of asking thoughtful questions, researching the company, and understanding the corporate culture to stand out as a candidate. The hosts provide insights on what questions to ask during the interview, how to navigate discussions about salary and benefits, and the significance of making a good impression. They also encourage listeners to engage with them for further questions and support. Takeaways: ✈ Asking about overnights is a critical question. ✈ Interview prep courses are essential for success. ✈ Your questions can differentiate you as a candidate. ✈ Thorough research on the company is crucial. ✈ Impress interviewers with your knowledge of the company. ✈ Avoid asking about vacation and salary in interviews. ✈ Read the room and adjust your questions accordingly. ✈ Understand the corporate culture before the interview. ✈ Use thoughtful questions to gauge the job fit. ✈ Follow up after the interview to share your experience. Pro-Pilot Playbook: ✈Pro-Pilot Playbook provides people with the knowledge and tools to become professional pilots FASTER & CHEAPER. There is no other product available that even comes close in comparison! This a groundbreaking career development course aspiring aviators. If you are considering flight training, or currently in flight training, this course is CRITICAL if you want it done FAST, CHEAP, and CORRECTLY. This is the BLUEPRINT to launch your aviation career! ✈Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. 🚀 Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! 🚀 ✈If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Interview Preparation 02:48 The Importance of Interview Questions 06:02 Researching the Company 08:53 Crafting Thoughtful Questions 12:12 Understanding Corporate Culture 14:54 Navigating Salary and Benefits Discussions 18:08 Final Thoughts and Best Practices

Duration:00:28:23

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Get Focused! Are You Struggling in Flight School? // #90

10/2/2024
This is the last video of our 4 episode series on choosing a flight school. Mike and Sean sit down with Jay and Rick from Lunken Flight Training Center to discuss common problems and struggles student pilot's have during flight training. Lunken Flight Training Center is located at Lunken airport in Mike & Sean's hometown in Cincinnati, Ohio. https://flylftc.com/ Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:56 Flight physical (FAA Medical) 03:44 Financial 05:05 Gaps in flight training 06:50 #1 Tip to avoid problems during flight training 10:57 Overestimating student pilot skill level 12:02 Towered vs non-towered airports for flight training 16:38 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:00:17:07

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Flight School Secrets: How Does Your Training Measure Up? // #89

9/12/2024
Here's video 3 of our 4 episode series on choosing a flight school. Mike and Sean sit down with Jay and Rick from Lunken Flight Training Center to discuss Part 141 vs Part 61 and the importance of flight schools following a syllabus for your flight training. Lunken Flight Training Center is located at Lunken airport in Mike & Sean's home town in Cincinnati, Ohio. https://flylftc.com/ Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:36 Structure of flight training 02:10 Syllabus use 04:50 Part 61 06:18 Part 141 08:15 Part 61 vs part 141 differences 09:59 Flight school's pass rate 13:47 How to choose part 61 or part 141 15:05 Financing: part 61 or part 141 17:30 Scholarships 18:25 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:00:19:23

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Choosing the Best Airplane and Equipment for Top-Notch Flight Training // #88

9/5/2024
Here's the 2nd of our 5 episode series on choosing a flight school. Mike and Sean sit down with Jay and Rick from Lunken Flight Training Center to hash out choosing the best airplane for flight training and what other equipment and resources your future flight school should have. Lunken Flight Training Center is located at Lunken airport in Mike & Sean's home town in Cincinnati, Ohio. https://flylftc.com/ Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:01 What to look for in aircraft for flight training 04:02 Differences in flight training aircraft 07:40 High wing vs low wing aircraft 11:28 Simulator 14:05 Sim for Private Pilot Certificate 18:06 Onsite aircraft maintenance 23:07 Access to aircraft maintenance records 24:55 How many airplanes does the flight school have 28:40 How far should you drive to a flight school 33:03 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:00:33:34

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Top Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Flight School // #87

8/30/2024
This is the first of a 5 episode series on choosing a flight school. Mike and Sean sit down with Jay and Rick from Lunken Flight Training Center and discuss the most common initial questions aspiring aviators have when seeking out a flight school. Lunken Flight Training Center is located at Lunken airport in Mike & Sean's home town in Cincinnati, Ohio. https://flylftc.com/ Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOAD OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer that you think is episode worthy, and we prefer video questions, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:06 The #1 question 05:04 Comparing flying to driving 06:20 Online ground school 08:10 Cost is connected to student's work ethic 09:38 Cost & time dependent on pre-solo stage 11:30 Average cost to get Private Cert 12:53 Some schools costs could be hidden 14:14 How many flight hours are included 15:33 Average time for Private Pilot Certificate 19:01 Average time for Instrument Rating 23:58 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:00:24:50

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Ultimate Guide to Flying Club Membership: Save Money on Flight Training // #86

8/27/2024
Mike and Sean welcome Brendan to the show to share his expertise on the subject of Flying Club Memberships and how it can save you money while flight training and building time to acquire your dream job as a professional pilot. Flying Club Finder: https://youcanfly.aopa.org/flying-clubs Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOWN OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Meet Brendan 06:25 What is a Flying Club 07:29 Cessna 150 Aerobat 10:40 Advantages of Flying Club Membership 13:55 How Flying Clubs work 19:00 Cost /hour & Membership price 24:30 Can you flight train in a flying club airplane 26:29 What are the cons to a Flying Club 32:25 Flying Club planes are nicer than rental planes 34:19 Where to find a flying club 35:47 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:00:36:26

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Pursuing Dreams: Swapping Your Great Job for Your Dream Job // #85

8/23/2024
Mike and Sean answer Randall's question concerning him leaving his career as an educator to chase down his dream of becoming a professional pilot. Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOWN OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:20 Catching up 02:50 Randall's question 07:32 Our response to Randall 14:21 Doing it right 18:23 Other tactics 21:10 Mix in some accelerated flight training 22:50 Offer flight training to the students at your school 24:45 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:00:25:19

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The Most Difficult Part of Becoming a Pilot // #84

8/13/2024
Mike and Sean discuss the most difficult aspects of obtaining your Private Pilot Certificate and the common pitfalls that make over 80% of people quit flight training. Be sure to go to the app store and DOWNLOWN OUR APP! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:12 DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP 02:40 Sean's sightings 05:10 Episode intro 06:05 80% of of people quit flight training 09:32 Money 11:26 Need to commit 12:09 Time 13:33 Lack of motivation 17:05 Rare that students can't figure it out 20:37 Serious business 22:57 Math requirements 26:50 Final tips 28:12 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:00:28:38

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When Your Pilot Job SUCKS - Telling Passengers NO // #83

6/15/2024
Mike and Sean answer a question about dealing with having to tell passengers no and discuss other situations that can cause you to have a difficult day as a pilot. Go to the app store and download our new app! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Viewer/listener's question 02:29 Corporate pilot vs Airline pilot perspective 04:59 Sean's 3 step process for dealing with passengers 06:52 Mike's advice for dealing with bad situations as a pilot 08:06 Common problems pilots deal with 15:53 "Get Home-Itis" 17:50 " Reverse Get Home-Itis" 19:52 New products at https://www.propilotplaybook.com/ 20:04 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:00:20:45

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I Failed My Private Pilot Checkride: Avoid These Mistakes // #82

6/4/2024
Mike and Sean interview Brandon after recently failing his Private Pilot Checkride. However, there's a lot more to this story than what you might think. This is a great story for anyone who is getting close to taking their first Practical Pilot Test. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:23 Brandon's introduction and background 05:56 Brandon's flight training 11:00 Private pilot checkride 20:54 No sleep 23:20 Weather 27:00 Ferry pilot problems 32:50 The oral starts 36:00 Family friend died 40:35 Plane doesn't start 43:50 Flight portion begins 44:10 Cross-country snafu 46:40 Engine out procedures 51:05 A huge learning experience 1:00:10 Won't see these stories on the internet 1:02:53 We learn from failing 1:04:40 Brandon's shout out to Pro-Pilot Playbook 1:06:05 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION!

Duration:01:06:34

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Do Professional Pilots use ForeFlight? // #81

5/16/2024
Mike and Sean jump a little off the career path rails to discuss a technical topic involving the use the very popular ForeFlight aviation app from the point of view as a professional pilot. We also address the possible downsides of using this powerful application early on in your training especially working towards your Private Pilot Certificate. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:47 Sam's question 05:02 What is ForeFlight? 06:53 Not for primary Private Pilot training 09:33 Sean's day-to-day using ForeFlight 12:00 Fuel planning 16:01 Back-up instruments 18:55 Poor man's TCAS 20:20 All charts are included 21:46 Logbook function 23:28 Runway analysis data 25:45 Airlines using ForeFlight 26:35 Other aviation apps 28:38 Wrap up- TAKE ACTION! 29:00 New products released on the Pro-Pilot Playbook site

Duration:00:29:29

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How to Make MAJOR Airline Money as a Corporate Pilot // #80

4/30/2024
Mike and Sean answer two viewers questions this week concerning how to become an ultra successful corporate pilot and earn a comparable salary of our major airline counterparts. Basically a step-by-step guide to start an aircraft management company. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 03:08 Bryan's video question 05:55 Answering peoples email 06:33 What is a contract pilot 11:19 Using Facebook groups to find contract pilot jobs 12:40 Buying a type rating to do contract pilot work 15:04 Adam's email question 17:55 How to start an aircraft management company 22:07 How to be a good contract pilot 24:00 It all comes back to networking 26:30 First steps as a low time pilot 30:12 New products released on the Pro-Pilot Playbook site 30:45 Take action!

Duration:00:31:01

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Bonus Episode: Pro-Pilot Playbook's Guest Appearance on Sporty's Pilot's Discretion Podcast

4/27/2024
Sean & Mike sit down with John Zimmerman from Sporty's Pilot's Discretion Podcast which is possibly the most downloaded aviation podcast in history. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com Are the latest headlines about slowing airline pilot hiring just a temporary pause or the start of a downward trend? In this episode, aviation career mentors Mike Martin and Sean Richey explain what the real state of the industry is. They also talk about the right approach to flight training, how to build time, and whether airline interviews still matter. Mike and Sean have lots of experience as corporate pilots, so they share tips from the world of private jets, including the different skills required for that type of job. In the Ready to Copy segment, you’ll hear about tough checkrides, how to be a good copilot, and the best airports in America. QUOTES: - Current hiring trends: “There’s a difference between the hiring surge that we had and the true pilot shortage that’s going on in the background.” - Airline hiring 25 years ago: “Your first year you made like $22,000; you had to pay $18,000 back to them for your training.” - Where we are now: “There is no greater time in the history of man, since the Wright brothers first flew, to become a professional pilot.” - What type of flight school is best: “At the end of the day, you’re going to get the same certificates and ratings no matter what you do.” - Why waiting to start flight training can cost you: “For every year you wait, you gotta think about those big bucks on the back end of your career.” - Competition between employers: “This large airline hiring is sucking pilots out of the corporate world like a vacuum cleaner.” - Corporate jobs vs. airline jobs: “The actually volume of flying you is way less. There are many corporate pilots that fly as many hours annually as an airline pilot does in one month.” - How to break into corporate flying: “Be at the airport… you need to be at these airports and you need to see yourself seen and known.” - What makes a good copilot: “The ability to distinguish what’s important from what’s not important.” - Flying celebrities: “I had a perception before I did this… [that] money doesn’t buy happiness and all that. I actually think after years of doing this that that’s a coping mechanism that us poor people say.” SHOW LINKS: - Pro-Pilot Playbook: https://www.propilotplaybook.com - Boeing Pilot Outlook: https://www.boeing.com/commercial/mar... - Pilot Training+ Membership: https://www.sportys.com/sportys-pilot... Explore the podcast

Duration:00:43:46

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How to Get Your Instrument Rating in Just 10 DAYS // #79

4/25/2024
Sean & Mike talk with Daniel Smucker on how he was able to achieve his Instrument rating in just 10 days. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 03:10 Daniel's story 11:02 How Daniel financed his training 14:50 How he achieved Instrument rating in 10 days 18:20 Accelerated commercial pilot license 21:38 Hacks for sharing time via Face Book groups 24:40 Owning a plane for training 29:40 Borrowing an airplane for training 33:04 Accelerated Multi-engine rating 38:28 Flight training with brother as CFI 42:20 Working on CFI and Networking 46:11 Daniel idea for starting a flight school 47:40 Is ATP flight school accelerated training? 49:00 How did it all cost? 52:00 Right seat in a jet 54:30 Daniel's advice to aspiring pilots 56:20 Networking at the airport

Duration:00:58:31

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Expert Advice on Buying a Type Rating on Your Own // #78

3/26/2024
Sean & Mike answer two listeners video questions on the pilot marketing softening and whether it's worth buying your own type rating in an aircraft. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:56 Steve's question 09:02 Truckers becoming professional pilots 10:53 Ground school before flight training 14:25 Skipping the regional airlines 14:58 Hiring slowing down at the airlines 16:56 Buy your own type rating? 22:32 Good companies want good people 25:06 Expensive training on speculation 25:51 Finance it and accelerate it 27:00 Take action

Duration:00:28:03

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Learn How to Ace Your Checkride with Tips from Former FAA Examiner // #77

3/14/2024
Sean & Mike talk to Ben Roller, former FAA Operations Inspector and Designated Pilot Examiner, to get the inside hacks on passing your pilot checkride. We also discuss common mistakes pilot applicants make on checkrides and how or if discretion actually exists when it comes to your checkride. DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Ben's background 08:30 Pilot hiring in early 2000's vs today 19:10 Pilot job market up's and down's 20:44 Shortage of designated pilot examiners 24:41 Requirements to be a DPE 26:35 Who's the DPE's DPE? 28:38 Do pilot examiners have a pass/fail ratio quota to maintain? 30:57 Examiners discretion on a pilot checkride 34:42 Examiner knows in the first 5 mins of meeting applicant outcome of the checkride 35:48 Ben's advice to private pilot applicants 39:55 Common problem areas on pilot checkrides 48:19 Checkride with highest fail rate? 56:30 Take Action!

Duration:00:57:04

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How to Become a Professional Pilot with $0 // #76

3/13/2024
Sean & Mike talk to Jamal again as he updates us with his progress at ATP flight school where he was able to get his Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Certificate, and Multi-Engine Rating in under 5 months. Jamal had also used the financial aid which means he started his training at ATP with no money being paid up front. Jamal's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Jahmalthepilot DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:23 Recap on Jamal's story 07:02 How long and how much 12:05 Can you fail at ATP 14:25 What are the Cons of ATP 18:58 Jamal has a JOB! 26:20 Companies paying students at ATP Flight School 28:16 Ages of other student pilots and CFI's at ATP 30:58 Mike & Sean on the road

Duration:00:31:59

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NEW COMPELLING THEORY on Fiery Naples Crash // #75

2/10/2024
Mike and Sean break down the crash of a Challenger 604 on approach into Naples, Florida (APF) airport that experienced a dual engine failure on final crashing on I-75 killing both pilots. We talk about operating the challenger and possible causes of the accident including introducing a new theory that doesn't include fuel starvation or birds. Here's some links to other YouTuber's videos on the Naples Challenger crash: https://youtu.be/EKAw1ioDcAE?si=7u9aJbwSSOwTmujH https://youtu.be/OfEl6clsW_M?si=CF2Uz3bsfq3vyL8W https://youtu.be/icKVGG9QiS0?si=F7LqLWJs8oLlPGbZ DON'T MISS THIS! Go to https://www.propilotplaybook.com and enter your email to get access to our list of "The Top 10 Flight School Rip-offs" and access to free lesson from our course. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 03:32 Facts surrounding Naples crash 05:02 Challenger 604 business jet 08:54 ATC audio 10:37 Video of jet crash in Naples, Florida 13:15 Dual engine flameout in jets 19:52 Theories of what could have caused Naples crash 26:07 Alternate theory for Naples Challenger crash 34:07 Pilots of Naples, Florida crash heros

Duration:00:36:34