Mar 17th, 2022
#44 What’s a Contract Pilot?
We received a couple of questions on this topic. In this episode we answer Eugene and Nick's questions on what it means to be a contract pilot and ho...View Details
Mar 17th, 2022
We received a couple of questions on this topic. In this episode we answer Eugene and Nick's questions on what it means to be a contract pilot and ho...View Details
Mar 10th, 2022
We received several questions on this topic. In this episode we answer Ron, Will, and Bruce's questions on determining how old is too old to start do...View Details
Mar 3rd, 2022
Great question this week from Luke in Dayton, Ohio. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com ...View Details
Feb 24th, 2022
This week we answer a question from Oliver, a 10 year old living in Australia. This episode covers Oliver's questions about when and where to start t...View Details
Feb 15th, 2022
Things are getting crazy in the aviation world as the shortage of pilots continues and forces companies to start taking drastic measures to ensure the...View Details
Nov 17th, 2021
In this episode we answer Austin's question about what direction he should take in life... Austin is trying to decide whether he should continue scho...View Details
Nov 4th, 2021
In this episode we answer Gabriel's question about buying rental aircraft time in bulk, sometimes called buying block time. We also discuss whether i...View Details
Sep 27th, 2021
This week's question is from Jeremy and concerns some info on choosing a domicile, or where you're based, as an airline pilot. If you have a question ...View Details
Sep 14th, 2021
Fantastic question this week asked by Reilly whom has an interview coming up with a coporate operator. Hopefully these tid-bits of advice help Reilly...View Details
Sep 7th, 2021
This week's questions come from Tyler and Hayden. Thank you both for submitting your questions and good luck with your careers! If you have a questio...View Details
This week we have two questions. The first question is from Stoney concerning a logbook that was destroyed in a flood, and from Survivor 602 whom was...View Details
Aug 26th, 2021
Mike and Sean discuss the struggles Spirit Airlines was facing at the beginning of August 2021. This episode also covers how discount carries fit int...View Details
Aug 19th, 2021
This episode's question comes from Jaylon in Dallas, TX. It's an excellent question, and one that most all pilots deal with in their career progressio...View Details
Mike and Sean discuss Challenger 605 crash that occurred on July 26, 2021 at the Truckee-Tahoe Airport (TRK) in California killing 6 people. If you ...View Details
May 21st, 2021
As the Covid pandemic is spiraling down the aviation world realizes it needs an even bigger correction on the back end than on the front end! Mike an...View Details
Mar 16th, 2021
Yes, we're back on the subject of the pilot shortage. As the pandemic spirals down the aviation industry is spiraling up, and in this week's episode ...View Details
The future of aviation is here! Just last week the fractional operator, NetJets, put in an order for 20 Aerion AS2 supersonic business jets. In this...View Details
Feb 9th, 2021
We combined three listeners questions into one episode about choosing a flight school. This is a great episode for somebody just starting out with fl...View Details
Jan 27th, 2021
This week's question comes from Chris, who wants to know about preparing for corporate and airline pilot job interviews. If you have a question you'd ...View Details
Jan 21st, 2021
This week Vladimir asks us some questions on the importance of college and about how to find an entry level flying job. If you have a question you'd l...View Details
Jan 14th, 2021
Joshua submitted a great question with a great title for the subject of this week's show. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can emai...View Details
Jan 6th, 2021
Happy New Year!!! Mike and Sean discuss pilot schedules and operating aircraft during the holiday season. If you have a question you'd like us to a...View Details
Dec 23rd, 2020
This week we answer Dean's question with advise for your first few solo cross country flights and some info on obtaining your FAA medical certificate....View Details
Dec 16th, 2020
This week Q C asks about the lifestyle of a corporate pilot, including having control over your schedule, workload, and typical types of trips compare...View Details
Dec 10th, 2020
This week Chris asks us about how to handle some issues he's having with his current CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor) as he nears the end of train...View Details
This week Jose asks us for an answer to the most common problem people have when it comes to becoming a professional pilot. If you have a question you...View Details
Nov 24th, 2020
Another listener question... This question comes to us from Hayden. This is always the most controversial topic we discuss, the CURRENT requirement ...View Details
Nov 18th, 2020
In this episode Mike and Sean discuss getting started in aviation. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propi...View Details
Nov 12th, 2020
This was a question submitted to the podcast from Andy. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook...View Details
Oct 29th, 2020
This was a question submitted to the podcast from Patrick. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplayb...View Details
Oct 21st, 2020
Recorded on October 21, 2020 In this episode Mike & Sean discuss the current state of the aviation industry and how it's going to effect up and co...View Details
Oct 3rd, 2020
In this episode Mike & Sean discuss the lengthy and complex processes involved in choosing the right business jet for your specific mission, the d...View Details
Apr 16th, 2020
FROM 4-15-2020 !!! The original upload to iTunes had failed... We took a couple weeks off due to the COVID-19, but were back! In this episode Mike &...View Details
Mar 26th, 2020
Listener question episode... Thank you for the question Chad, and good luck with your flying career. If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you'...View Details
Mar 19th, 2020
This week we discuss one of the huge misconceptions concerning being a professional pilot. For those of you not familiar, we think you'll be quite sur...View Details
Mar 17th, 2020
We know this topic has been more than well covered in detail by just about everyone, but we wanted to throw our perspective out to our listeners/viewe...View Details
Mar 12th, 2020
Listener question episode... Thank you for the question Jack, and good luck with your flying career. If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you'...View Details
Mar 4th, 2020
This week we're dropping a special 'Industry News' edition discussing the Coronavirus COVID-19 and how it can effect you while traveling on the airlin...View Details
Feb 27th, 2020
This episode explores the day-to-day of a pilot's work schedule and other aspects of why having a job as a professional pilot, in our opinion, is supe...View Details
Feb 19th, 2020
Mike and Sean give a quick overflight of the requirements to become an airline pilot. If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right...View Details
Feb 9th, 2020
Ever wonder if pilots can earn airline miles, or if they have to pay for their own hotels or food while on the road? In this episode we get into the ...View Details
Jan 25th, 2020
Hit a legal 'pothole' along your road to becoming a professional pilot? In this episode Mike & Sean cover how having a DUI, DWI, OVI, or how othe...View Details
Jan 16th, 2020
Concerned your CFI isn't top notch? In this episode we go over some common issues CFI's, especially new CFI's, struggle with and how it can effect yo...View Details
Jan 9th, 2020
In this episode Sean and Mike breakdown the job of a corporate pilot. What is a corporate pilot, day-to-day, pay, where these jobs are, and more. Th...View Details
Jan 3rd, 2020
The medical certificate and the pilot certificate go hand in hand. In this episode Mike & Sean get into some of the details of how to obtain a me...View Details
Dec 26th, 2019
Mike & Sean breakdown how and how much airline and corporate pilots get paid. If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spo...View Details
Dec 22nd, 2019
Some straight talk on just how easy is it to be a pilot. If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook...View Details
Some interesting news in the aviation industry today, two of the most successful charter operators have entered into an agreement. Many unknowns at th...View Details
Dec 17th, 2019
In this episode Mike & Sean one of the most common misconceptions from people interested in becoming professional pilots. If you're thinking about...View Details
Dec 17th, 2019
In this episode Mike & Sean relay some of the great facets & benefits of being a professional pilot. This episode also covers some information...View Details