
Pilot Wife Life can be blue skies; turbulent; with abrupt schedule changes, all in one day! Aviation is a fabulous, one of a kind lifestyle, filled with bucket list experiences. I'm Jackie Ulmer, a Pilot Wife for over 3 decades, an Aviation veteran and your Co-Captain. Stow your baggage, strap in and let's unpack how to navigate the aviation family life with many perfect landings!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 94 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureAviationSociety & CultureRelationships | |||

In aviation, every flight has a plan.
Pilots file a route, brief the weather, and always identify alternate airports in case conditions change.
Yet when it comes to marriage, most couples plan the wedding… but never plan the lifetime journey.
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Grief is rarely simple.
When my dad passed, I expected sadness. What I didn’t expect was the wave of guilt, regret, and even moments of anger that surfaced.
I found myself replaying memories and quietly asking questions many daughters ask after los... more
I promised to launch a show weekly and then "Turbulent Times" hit. So, today, where I've been, why and how to handle unexpected MAJOR challenges.
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Last week’s conversation on Trad Wife vs. Boss Babe sparked a lot of discussion — and my inbox and comments filled up fast.
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I recently found this podcast as I have been feeling lonely with my husband gone on trips. In my loneliness mind I thought no one understood what I was going through. Boy was I wrong!! This podcast has opened my eyes and I love listening to so many things I can relate to. I have now joined pilot wife groups and am excited to make friends with those who are navigating the same lifestyle as me. Thanks Jackie!
Discovered your show after your podcast w AirplaneGeeks. It’s fascinating to hear how aviation families operate. I’m not a pro pilot but my young son is planning to be one and I’m already nervous how this career will work for his future marriage and family. This is very eye opening and real. Thank you and all your guests
Huge Thanks to you for creating a place where I feel ‘normal’. We live quite a distance from my husbands base and I don’t have anyone close that understands this lifestyle.
Hearing from friends that ‘know’ is SO reassuring.
Jackie, thank you so much for diligently organizing such relevant aviation topics! I am truly enjoying your podcast as my family navigates through our new normal. We are so proud of our regional airline pilot and your podcast has been so informative throughout our family’s journey. Keep up the great work! You are an inspiration!
Hi, I’m a pilot. I have a wife. We listen together and discuss various parts of the show. We really enjoy it and recommend it to everyone, especially if you’re new to the industry or marrying into the industry. Give it a listen. You won’t regret it!
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This show centers on aviation families, especially partners of pilots, exploring relationship dynamics, communication, and resilience in the unique rhythms of aviation life. Episodes mix practical coaching with personal storytelling, using aviation metaphors to discuss topics like planning for long-term relationships, handling caregiving and family stress, navigating career changes, and blending modern relationship roles with traditional values. Listeners can expect candid conversations about parenting in aviation, managing guilt and emotional labor, and building supportive communities for couples and families navigating frequent travel and schedule disruptions. A standout is the author-host's willingness to address tough subjects—such as d... more
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