Accelerated Flight School Podcast

Flight training isn't a walk in the park on its own. Add in a job, spouse, and kids and you've made training much much more difficult. On this episode, I bring in a friend of mine, Josiah, to discuss how having these responsibilities affect flight training. Is your schedule filled with your child's sports and school activities? Are you struggling to fund flight training because you have to hold a full-time job to make ends meet? Are you afraid of failing and letting your family down? You are...

One of the critical steps in your progression into the airlines is the stepping stone of the Regional Airlines. But first, you have to pass the interview. How hard is it? Is there any truth behind the statement "if you have a pulse you're hired"? My good friend Brandon joins me to discuss exactly what goes down in the Regional Airline interview process. Music: Energy - Bensound.com...

Today, I look at 4 XC planning apps and websites: NavMonster - www.navmonster.com Preflight Data - http://preflightdata.com/default.aspx Avare - https://apps4av.com/ https://skyvector.com/ Music: Energy - Bensound.com feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

I had the wonderful pleasure of driving out to Bullhead City, AZ with my kids to pick up my uncle and take a tour of the B-17G Flying Fortress Sentimental Journey. Despite the wind and heat (107 degrees), we had a great time climbing through and walking around the aircraft. I managed to grab some interview audio from Shelby who is one of the volunteers with Arizona Commemorative Air Force - www.AZCAF.ORG . We talked about women in aviation - the WASPs - and the history of Sentimental...

You know, we never stop learning as pilots. This episode is about a lesson I learned about paying close attention to the FARs. Please listen in so you can avoid the same mistake I made. Also, this episode is a response to listener feedback from episode 34 so if you haven't listened to that episode, I recommend you do before listening to this one. Thank you for listening! Music: Energy - Bensound.com feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan...

***EPISODE NOTE*** Please be aware that I did NOT satisfy IFR currency with these practice approaches. I did not have IMC, use a view limiting device, or have a safety pilot. Please listen to the pre-show notes regarding such as well as episode 035 explaining the situation. *** Another first! I had the pleasure of taking my wife up on a plane for the first time. Unfortunately for her, It was a little bumpy but we had a decent time. Next time, we'll go up for pleasure and sightseeing! Thanks...

Hey everyone! I'm not gone, I'm still alive, and I'm still producing episodes! A lot has happened in my life in the last 6 months keeping me away from podcasting. This episode updates you. Enjoy! Music: Energy - Bensound.com feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

Flight training can be difficult. There may be times you struggle or maybe even want to give up. We've all been there. Today, I discuss with you some recent events in my life that have motivated me to move forward and I share some tips on keeping yourself motivated throughout your training. Music: Energy - Bensound.com feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

Are you a pilot? If you are, then you have a flight bag with a variety of items inside. Have you ever wondered what other people bring on their flights? Today, I will reveal what I bring on all of my general aviation flights. Here is a list of items in my flight bag: This is my flight bag: In the top section: Flashlight, Sunglasses, Beanie, Gloves, Meds/Personal Items, Foggles, Sectionals, E6B, Plotter, and a Fuel Stick. In the main section: iPad, Battery Backup, Multi-Tool, Knife,...

I'm changing things up this episode. I don't have any training material or school related topics to discuss so I'm calling on you, the listener, to write in with your opinion or experience with the two topics of today. As you know, getting to 1500 hours isn't easy for everyone. Should I buy a trainer aircraft and lease it to a flight school and then use the plane whenever I want? That's topic number one. Topic two is about whether or not we will ever see a fully automated airline. Say what?...

Today I answer two listener emails about flight school funding and where to get flight school audio books. Check out the links below: Aviation Scholarships: http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ Librivox: https://librivox.org/ Aviation Audio Books: http://www.aviationaudiobooks.com/ Music: Energy - Bensound.com feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

We start the show off with a quick reference for aviation resumes. We will definitely have to dive into this topic in more detail another time. Part two is what a lot of people have been asking about. ATP Flight School - also knows as All ATPs - is a huge accelerated flight school program. Because of it's size in influence, I get many questions about the program specifically. I answer all the major questions about ATP flight school today. feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com...

In this Bonus Episode, I answer the same question from two different listeners - should I choose an Accelerated Program or not? Both individuals are looking to start or continue their flight training and are considering an accelerated program but their situations are very different. Listen in to see if the answers are the same or different. feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

I keep getting emails, so here's another Listener Mail Bonus Episode! feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

Hello everyone! It's been a little while but for good reason. I'm back with episode 23 and I think you'll like it. I talk about my current progress in my accelerated program in this episode. I also have an updated opinion about accelerated flight schools that I feel you will find interesting. This is especially true if you are considering an accelerated program and have commitments outside of school such as a family or a job. Initially, I said it's possible but lately, I am feeling that it...

Episode 20 is here and we're talking Private Multi-Engine Add-on Check Ride! Listen in to this one because I lay down some sound advice for anyone taking a check ride. I talk about what to expect in a multi add-on oral and practical and you'll find out if I passed! I talk about what's coming up in my training and I answer some listener mail. This episode is longer than normal but I felt it was worth it to answer your questions. Please feel free to use any of the links below to send me your...

Hello and welcome to episode 19! Today we talk about the Private Multi-Engine Add-On. Last week we covered the SIM portion of training, so this week we'll cover the actual flights. Basically, you'll be replicating what you did in the SIM but in the actual aircraft this time. Folks, these twin engine aircraft are a BLAST to fly. It's just downright awesome. There's a LOT more work involved, but the flying itself is just great. People say, "You've upgraded to a big boy plane," and it certainly...

On today's bonus episode, we answer listener mail! I had a technical error with my email and a couple of questions went unanswered for a while. I take time to answer those questions including one from over 8000 miles away! Awesome! If you have any questions of your own, please feel free to contact me via one of the links below. Enjoy the show! feedback@acceleratedflightschoolpodcast.com www.facebook.com/TheGingerDan www.facebook.com/GingerDanPilot https://twitter.com/GingerDanPilot

We've arrived at the Multi-Engine training portion of flight school! In this week's episode, we discuss what to expect during the first week of your multi-engine add-on which basically consists of SIMs and ground schools. There's not a lot to discuss here, but you know that I can talk for hours about nothing. My first week of Multi-Engine training consisted of SIMs only. I got sick half-way through the week so I didn't get to fly until the next week....

This may be the most fun you have during your time in the accelerated flight school program - the Crew Cross Country! Together with another student - that's right, no CFI - you'll fly your way across the country! Well, maybe not ACROSS the country, but you'll fly to new, exciting places. And during this time, you won't have an instructor to rely on. You'll rely on your training. There will be frustrating times and there will be awesome times. You may love your crew partner or you may not....