The Pilot Network Podcast

You are listening live to...well...sort of live...it was at least recorded in person... Adam had the chance to record a handful of episodes with some of TPNx's recruiters and vendors. First up, CBP's Alan Kellogg joins the show to chat how a different path can give you mission fulfillment and a unique way to continue your career. Interested? Checkout the CBP: https://www.airlineapps.com/news/item.aspx?nid=1986 https://www.usajobs.gov https://careers.cbp.gov/s/career-paths/amo or email them at cbp_recruiting@cbp.dhs.gov Wanna support The Network and get a great bag while you're at it? Head over to our Brightline Bag affiliate link and use the code TPNx2024 to get yourself a custom modular bag or buy one of their preset designs. As always let us know what you think with a quick note to heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com or leave us a a voice message. Do it. Do it NOW! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

An absolutely epic episode with and epic human! Dena Payne Smith from American brings it and delivers absolute gold. Listen. Think. DO! To keep up with or get in touch with AA try these: American Airlines Cadet Academy cadet.academy@aa.com American Airlines Pilot Hiring pilot.recruiting@aa.com The boldface? SUBMIT THOSE APPS! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

A pre-TPNx special! Captain Larry Radford from United Airlines joins the program to chat about his 30+ years in the industry; 25 of them being at United. This is a perspective any United hopeful cannot go without. There is so much great info in here and Captain Radford gives it to us in a concise format. We also talk a lot about how to project the best you and how to give back; it's amazing that when you give, you get so much more back in return. (Adam's hot tip: This really helps on resumes and applications!) Numbers are important, but how to become one of those success stories is where the rubber meets the road. We are amped for Captain Radford and the United team to join us at TPNx this week. We hope you are too! www.thepilotnetwork.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

A lot of questions have cropped up around the meet and greet scheduling with American and United. This episode touches on those challenges and a little peek behind the scenes. Bottom line: Stay patient and keep a smile on your face! Much easier said than done at times like this, but it is the only way to deal with the turbulent world of aviation. Another thing that this episode discusses is having a goal airline or job is truly a great thing, but it shouldn't close off other opportunities that may come your way. Keep every option on the table; things are changing in aviation...again. Becoming inflexible is going to create more harm than good and could put you in a tight spot down the road. This wisdom holds true for the entirety of your career, not just TPNx. We appreciate your patience, support, and belief. The TPNx team is going to do its level best to ensure as many pilots get to see a recruiter from one of their top airline choices. This is a great time to hack the clock, take a breath, and chill for a minute. We got your back! Need to reach out? Email us: heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com www.thepilotnetwork.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

Alright everyone, the game is changing...at least a little bit. Let's not get too crazy; the Dude abides. This is just a little chat to soothe those jangled nerves and hack the clock. This industry is cyclical and we have seen slow downs in the hiring wave before. It was time for a little chat to discuss what is going on, how I see it. It's probably wrong and crystal balls are pretty useless, but it's a good pre-primer for TPNx. Let me know what you think by dropping a line at heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com! www.thepilotnetwork.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

The 2023 Senate FAA Reauthorization Act is going to be impacting a lot of people, including the pilots here in this network. So after going through a few press releases, Adam provides the pilot’s view of what is in the act and what other pilots need to know. There is a lot of stuff in there, so we are going to summarize and break down the highlights in this episode. Listen to keep up to date with this important piece of industry news. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

Were you tired of having some modicum of control over your life? Sick of the time connecting with family, hobbies, new career, or company? If you made it back to the cockpit, did you realize that working a desk job in the mindless bureaucracy of the military staff was truly your 'life fit'? Well do I have good new for you!! You can go back to your active duty Air Force life at no cost to you or the DoD! This Air Force Times article was the catalyst for a quick op-ed episode on the insanity of the program. Thinking more on it, I am not surprised; a few might go back because of extenuating circumstances or trouble adapting to civilian life. It's an even more cruel program when thought about that way...but that is just, like, my opinion man. What is your's? Let us know! heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com or any social. Stop by thepilotnetwork.com and give us hell! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

James O’Neal from Raven Careers joins the episode today. He has some industry news that stops the fear-mongering and brings some important data points for every pilot to know right now. If you are looking for a blueprint on what you can do now to get ready to be hired, then this is the episode to listen to. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

As commuters we all have little things that go wrong, drive us nuts, frustrations, or all of the above. This is a little snippet from my last trip; nothing big or bold, just a story. I think I am going to do more of these to showcase what happens when you don't live in the city you work in...who knows? We shall see if you all like the idea. Let me know in the poll! Admin: Like/hate/indifferent to the show? Leave a review or, better yet, email us an tell us why - heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com If you do enjoy the show or think it might help someone out tell them to listen. Better yet, force them! Just kidding...sort of... Some other things you may like from TPN: www.thepilotnetwork.com da' insta TPNx TPN Pro - Discounted tickets and early news for TPNx! If you really struggle with email and need to just click this to yell at at Matt or I And finally...something to bring joy into your cynical pilot heart;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

It's here! Well, sort of... This episode is all about early bird ticket sales, which recruiting teams are locked in (and there are some big names), some early TPNx do's and do not do's, and a little logistics. Want more detail? Go to https://thepilotnetwork.com/pages/tpnx⁠ and check it out. While you're there, sign up for a weekly newsletter and never miss out on TPN news, deals, and what's going on in our fascinating industry. Questions? Comments? Episode ideas? Hit us up at heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com. Fly safe Network! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

This podcast gives no direct advice on taxes, investing strategies, wealth management, or anything else to do with money. But we are sitting down with Alex Tapia, a pilot who became a wealth management advisor working specifically with pilots. He understands the specific situations pilots face, and he can help us create the flight plan of our financial future. You will hear Alex giving advice to Adam on his own situation. If you feel inspired to get your own wealth management in line, then reach out directly to Alex for an appointment. https://www.pilotmoney.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcU6JcwMQrvHAFcOs0D4CJA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

Adam screws up and how you can avoid it. It wasn't major, but replicating it could cause undue stress. Here's how to skip it! It's also time to dip into some recent TPN Facebook group posts and see what's what. Head over to thepilotnetwork.com for more and to sign up for our newsletter! Fly safe. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

BLUF (I loathe that acronym): TPNx 2024! 19th and 20th of April in MSP. Go to thepilotnetwork.com for details and all sorts of good stuff. Questions, comments, complaints, concerns, critiques, compliments? heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com Leave a review, smash that like button, hit the bell...nah...just keep doing you! See you at TPNx! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

This podcast features TPN volunteer Shaz Widhani. Shaz joined TPNx and decided to take it up a notch and volunteer for the Professional Asian Pilot Association Conference in Vegas. He is a young pilot, and a lot has come from volunteering at conferences. That’s why he is on the show to talk about networking and how it can really move the needle in your pilot career. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

Matt and Adam get together to do some Holiday well wishing, recapping an eventful 2023, and peer into their TPN crystal ball-permanently INOP- to see what's what in 2024. No matter where you are on this beautiful planet, we wish you and your's a wonderful Holiday season filled with joy! Want to chat with us? Fire off an email to heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com and give us a piece of your mind. Check out everything else going on in and around TPN at thepilotnetwork.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

Today Courtney Compton is joining the show. She is the Women in Aviation chapter President in Florida. We are discussing Women in Aviation and what they could possibly do for our listeners looking to further their careers. She joined us at TPNx last year and we are hoping to have her back in 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

This episode is not intended to be financial, legal, or tax advice. It is two pilots opinions on the state of the economy along with some real estate guidance. We also talked about the Hawaiian/Alaskan airline merger and what to expect from anyone involved. This is the quarterly report from Tait with Turbin Capital. If you are interested in investing or passive income through real estate, you should check them out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

Cohen traveled globally as an instructor pilot and commissioned officer in the United States Air Force, rising to the rank of colonel. After serving over 26 years in the Air Force, Cohen moved to Florida to inspire the next generation of pilots by teaching the Air Force Junior ROTC in Orange County Public Schools and Aviation in Lake County Schools. Cohen started his experience in higher education by bringing dual-enrollment aviation programs to the Orange and Lake County school districts as an adjunct professor with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for six years. Cohen earned a B.S. in aerospace engineering from Boston University, an M.S. in industrial engineering from New Mexico State University, and an MBA from Washington State University. He was also a National Defense Fellow with the Institute for Defense Analyses in Alexandria, Virginia. David is a thoughtful, insightful, and inspiring guy who works with young pilots and has a passion for education and improving the lives of pilots everywhere. It was a pleasure to interview him today, and this interview cannot be missed! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

We have a phenomenal interview with a vendor, Alicia Godfrey, who runs Azul Timber. If you are looking for an aviation-related gift, her site is the place to go. She has beautiful engravings and aviation related artwork. It’s the kind of artwork any aviator would want in their home or workspace. We also talk about the life of a spouse of an aviator. So this is a great way to hear some perspective for any married pilots out there. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support

Adam drops into your feed today to answer some of your questions. If you have a question you would like to ask, you can email heyguys@thepilotnetwork.com or post it on Facebook. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepilotnetwork/support