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Pilot to Pilot

Justin Siems
Aviation
Flight Training
Pilot Training
Garmin
Youtube
Air Traffic Control
Air Force
Airline Industry
Boeing
Spirit Airlines
Flight Instruction
Ground School App
Corporate Aviation
Textron Aviation
Siriusxm Aviation
FAA Regulations
Social Media In Aviation
Delta Airlines
Microsoft Flight Simulator
FAA

Pilot to Pilot is the podcast for anyone who flies — or dreams about it. Host Justin Siems sits down with airline captains, bush pilots, CFIs, and everyone in between for honest conversations about the path to the cockpit, the grind of the career, and the love of flying that keeps us coming back. Whether you're a student pilot chasing your first solo or a captain with 20,000 hours, there's a seat ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes374Founded10 years ago
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Recent Guests

Kyle Skylaski
Former fighter pilot and CEO turned consultant, author of The Sky Less Traveled
Independent/Consulting
Episode: E366: F-15, F-16, F/A-18: A Fighter Pilot's Rules for a Life Worth Flying
Pete Stavridis
Current airline pilot; FAA DPE; former fighter pilot; Reno Air Races competitor; upset recovery trainer
Military and aviation communities
Episode: E365: Pete Stavrides: From Watching Challenger Explode to Flying Super Hornets
Jason Road
Aviation professional who transitioned from leadership in a public company to private/business aviation, later owning a CJ3 Plus
Textron Aviation / Cirrus Logic (past)
Episode: E364: Stepping up with Jason Rhode and why he loves the Citation CJ3+
Rob Scratch Mitchell
Former F-18 fighter pilot, Snowbird Team Leader, filmmaker, actor, producer
Snowbirds; filmmaker
Episode: 363: Fighter Pilot. Snowbird Team Leader. Filmmaker. Rob “Scratch” Mitchell on Leading Through Loss, Chasing Excellence, and Finding a New Sky
Mike Andrews
Aerial firefighter pilot; Vancouver Island resident; Cadet and flight instructor
Sealand Flight; Pipistrel Velis Electro; Vancouver Island aviation community
Episode: E361: Electric Planes, Forest Fires & Vancouver Island: A Canadian Pilot's Unconventional Path
Marci Veroni
From Avemco Insurance Company, advocate for women in aviation
Avemco Insurance Company
Episode: E360: No Pilot's License, No Problem: How Marci Veronie Climbed to the Top of Aviation Without Ever Leaving the Ground
Jim Higgins
Professor of Aviation at the University of North Dakota
University of North Dakota
Episode: E358: Spirit Going Under? United-American Rumors & 2026 Pilot Hiring Forecast — Jim Higgins Returns
Evan Davis
Medevac PC-12 Pilot in Northwest Alaska, lives in Wasilla
Self-identified as Alaska-based pilot
Episode: E357: Evan Davis - How Flying Saved My Life
Josh Schirard
Corporate pilot, former law enforcement, skydiver
Self-employed corporate pilot; former SWAT
Episode: E356: From SWAT to Corporate Jet Pilot - How Josh Changed Careers and Built a Life in Aviation

Hosts

Justin Siems
Host of Pilot to Pilot
Chancy Arnold
Banner tow pilot who transitioned from law enforcement to aviation

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Loving this!!

    I’ve been listen to it everyday on my walks recently and it’s help give me insight on the industry as well as motivate me to take the first steps chasing my childhood dream.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bupalo S
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    Love the rapid fire questions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dieselkid1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this show

    I have been an avid listener for quite sometime now. It’s always interesting throughout the entire episode. The guests Justin brings in come from all different backgrounds which is very eye opening to see where flying can take you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brady_L.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Thanks Justin , always enjoy your podcast and the different types of guest you have on.

    Keep ‘em coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TonyHarr
    Australiaa year ago
  • Excellent aviation podcast

    One of the top aviation podcasts around. Justin is a fantastic host !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nagoyalukas
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners praise practical aviation insights and mentor-style discussions.
Audience appreciates candid storytelling and industry context, including leadership and safety topics.
Some feedback notes content consistency; a few listeners want more frequent new episodes.
Fans enjoy diverse guest backgrounds and actionable career advice.

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#4
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#114
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#22
United Kingdom/Leisure/Aviation
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#23
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Apple Podcasts
#2
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Apple Podcasts
#30
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E366: F-15, F-16, F/A-18: A Fighter Pilot's Rules for a Life Worth Flying
Q: What did Kyle find most transformative about his leadership philosophy and how it applied to team performance?
Kyle emphasizes that leadership is service to the team, focusing on setting others up for success and aligning their roles to the mission. He also highlights the importance of debriefing and constructive feedback to continuously improve the group's effectiveness.
363: Fighter Pilot. Snowbird Team Leader. Filmmaker. Rob “Scratch” Mitchell on Leading Through Loss, Chasing Excellence, and Finding a New Sky
Q: How did transitioning from a military career to filmmaking shape your approach to leadership and storytelling?
He emphasizes authenticity over performative leadership, the shift from a linear, career-based progression to navigating unpredictable industry variables, and using aviation experiences to inform storytelling and team management in film.
363: Fighter Pilot. Snowbird Team Leader. Filmmaker. Rob “Scratch” Mitchell on Leading Through Loss, Chasing Excellence, and Finding a New Sky
Q: What was the biggest leadership lesson from leading the Snowbirds, especially after the fatal crash?
The key lesson was the importance of calm, decisive leadership in crisis, maintaining normalcy to keep the team focused, and using the incident as a catalyst to strengthen bonds and resilience.
363: Fighter Pilot. Snowbird Team Leader. Filmmaker. Rob “Scratch” Mitchell on Leading Through Loss, Chasing Excellence, and Finding a New Sky
Q: Why did you choose aviation as your path and how did you pursue becoming a fighter pilot?
Scratch describes a deliberate path influenced by family history, starting in university, selecting aircrew routes, and ultimately chasing fighter pilot slots, with relentless effort and top-of-class performance to secure selection.
E360: No Pilot's License, No Problem: How Marci Veronie Climbed to the Top of Aviation Without Ever Leaving the Ground
Q: What changes have you seen in women's participation in aviation?
She notes a significant shift over the last seven years with more women and diversity in booths, scholarships, and leadership roles, driven by mentorship, scholarships, and visible role models.

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Recent guests on Pilot to Pilot include:

1. Kyle Skylaski
2. Pete Stavridis
3. Jason Road
4. Rob Scratch Mitchell
5. Mike Andrews
6. Marci Veroni
7. Jim Higgins
8. Evan Davis

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