Episodes

Thursday Dec 10, 2020
#23 Problems with my Flight Instructor
Thursday Dec 10, 2020
Thursday Dec 10, 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 training towards his Private Pilot Certificate.
If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Thursday Dec 03, 2020
#22 "I'm 40, with zero hours, and broke!" How Do I Do It?
Thursday Dec 03, 2020
Thursday Dec 03, 2020
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'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
#21 Do I Need College to be a Pilot?
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Another listener question... This question comes to us from Hayden. This is always the most controversial topic we discuss, the CURRENT requirement (or non-requirement) of college to be a professional pilot.
If you have a question you'd like us to answer, you can email us at: podcast@propilotplaybook.com
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
#20 Getting a Pilot's License- STEP #1
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
Wednesday Nov 18, 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@propilotplaybook.com
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Thursday Nov 12, 2020
#19 Should I get an ATP on my own?
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 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.com
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Thursday Oct 29, 2020
#18 I have 1400hrs - How do I get a Corporate Pilot job?
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
Thursday Oct 29, 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@propilotplaybook.com
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
#17 State of the Pilot Industry: OCTOBER 2020
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
Wednesday Oct 21, 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 coming pilots post Coronavirus.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Saturday Oct 03, 2020
#16 How to Buy, Fly, & Comply: Private Jet
Saturday Oct 03, 2020
Saturday Oct 03, 2020
In this episode Mike & Sean discuss the lengthy and complex processes involved in choosing the right business jet for your specific mission, the details of acquiring the aircraft (including legal, insurance, etc.), and specifics regarding pilot requirements for that aircraft.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Thursday Apr 16, 2020
#15 State of the Pilot Industry: APRIL 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 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 & Sean discuss the current state of the aviation industry and how it's going to effect up and coming pilots post Coronavirus.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Thursday Mar 26, 2020
#14 Corporate Pilot Hiring Minimums
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Thursday Mar 26, 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're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
Follow this link to get a free lesson and a taste of what the course has to offer: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/medical_optin

Thursday Mar 19, 2020
#13 Family Life of a Pilot
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 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 surprised about what a pilot's family life is like.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com

Tuesday Mar 17, 2020
{Industry News} The KOBE BRYANT Accident
Tuesday Mar 17, 2020
Tuesday Mar 17, 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/viewers concerning this horrible accident.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/

Thursday Mar 12, 2020
#12 Can I skip being a CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor)?
Thursday Mar 12, 2020
Thursday Mar 12, 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're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com

Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
{Industry News} The CORONAVIRUS & Airline Travel
Wednesday Mar 04, 2020
Wednesday Mar 04, 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 airlines. We also give some inside information on the cleanliness of aircraft and some tips to protect yourself against the virus while traveling.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/

Thursday Feb 27, 2020
#11 Hate Your Job? The Day-to-Day of a Pilot
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Thursday Feb 27, 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 superior to any other job out there.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com

Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
#10 Requirements to be an Airline Pilot
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Wednesday Feb 19, 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 spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com

Sunday Feb 09, 2020
#9 Do Pilots Get Airline Miles?
Sunday Feb 09, 2020
Sunday Feb 09, 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 details of how it all breaks down while answering a couple of the most asked questions after you tell someone your a pilot.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com

Saturday Jan 25, 2020
#8 Can I be a Pilot with a DUI?
Saturday Jan 25, 2020
Saturday Jan 25, 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 other related alcohol and drug charges can effect you becoming a professional corporate or airline pilot.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
You can also listen to this as a PODCAST with Apple iTunes or on Google Play. You can also go directly to the podcast website at: https://www.propilotplaybook.org/

Thursday Jan 16, 2020
#7 Do I Have a Bad Flight Instructor?
Thursday Jan 16, 2020
Thursday Jan 16, 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 your training.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com

Thursday Jan 09, 2020
#6 Corporate Pilot Jobs
Thursday Jan 09, 2020
Thursday Jan 09, 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. This podcast would be great for an up-and-coming pilot who's trying to figure out if they want to go to the airlines or the corporate world. We'll be dropping another episode where we breakdown the airline pilot counter part in an upcoming episode.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com

Friday Jan 03, 2020
#5 Pilot Medical Certificates
Friday Jan 03, 2020
Friday Jan 03, 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 medical certificate and what medical items can keep you from getting a pilot's medical certificate.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com
You can also listen to this as a PODCAST with Apple iTunes or on Google Play. You can also go directly to the podcast website at: https://www.propilotplaybook.org/

Thursday Dec 26, 2019
#4 How much MONEY do pilots make?
Thursday Dec 26, 2019
Thursday Dec 26, 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 spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/

Sunday Dec 22, 2019
#3 Is being a pilot EASY?
Sunday Dec 22, 2019
Sunday Dec 22, 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 is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/

Thursday Dec 19, 2019
{Industry News} DELTA PRIVATE JETS partners up with WHEELS UP
Thursday Dec 19, 2019
Thursday Dec 19, 2019
Some interesting news in the aviation industry today, two of the most successful charter operators have entered into an agreement. Many unknowns at the time of this posting, but Sean and Mike have a theory about the companies' bigger plans.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com

Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
#2 Too Old or Young to be a Pilot?
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
In this episode Mike & Sean one of the most common misconceptions from people interested in becoming professional pilots.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/

Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
#1 Why Aviation
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
In this episode Mike & Sean relay some of the great facets & benefits of being a professional pilot. This episode also covers some information on the pilot shortage.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/

Saturday Dec 14, 2019
#0 Intro to Pro-Pilot Playbook Podcast
Saturday Dec 14, 2019
Saturday Dec 14, 2019
Just a short 10min intro to the Podcast. If it's your first time here it's a little introduction of your hosts Mike & Sean.
If you're thinking about a career as a pilot you're in the right spot! The Pro-Pilot Playbook is committed to enabling people to become professional pilots FASTER and CHEAPER. Whether you are just starting out, or getting ready to apply at the airlines there's valuable information here for you.
Learn more at: https://www.propilotplaybook.com/
You can also listen to this as a PODCAST with Apple iTunes or on Google Play. You can also go directly to the podcast website at: https://www.propilotplaybook.org/