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Pilots Say What?

Thrust Flight
Thrust Flight
Aviation
Flight Training
Pilot Training
Discovery Flight
Flight Instruction
Aviation Training
American Airlines
CFI
Pilot Shortage
Instrument Rating
Air Traffic Control
Loan Financing
Flying
Aviation Community
Pilots
Credit Score
Private Pilot Certification
FAA
Check Rides

The ultimate podcast for aviation! Join us as we dive into the world of aviation, with each episode featuring candid conversations with real students and pilots from Thrust Flight! From sharing invaluable advice to recounting thrilling tales from their journeys in the sky, our guests offer unique perspectives on the challenges of becoming or being a pilot!

If you're interested in becoming a pilot,... more

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In this episode of Pilots Say What, Zach sits down with Jackson, a brand-new CFI at Thrust Flight, to talk about his path from Part 61 training, medical delays, and the uncertainty of whether aviation would actually work out, all the way to finishing... more

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In this episode of Pilots Say What, we sit down with Joe Johnson, an active American Airlines 777 Captain, check airman, DPE, and founder of the Ashton Johnson Memorial CloudDancer Scholarship. Joe shares what he has learned from decades in aviation,... more

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Halley Bowers didn’t grow up around aviation. She was a first-generation pilot, originally pursuing college and marketing, until one discovery flight changed the direction of her life. In this episode of Pilots Say What, Halley shares how she went fr... more

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Connor Emmett spent years chasing baseball at a high level, playing through college and eventually professionally in Detroit, Missoula, Montana, and Colorado Springs. But after stepping away from pro baseball, he realized he was still looking for a n... more

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Joe Johnson
777 captain at American Airlines in the training department as a check airman
American Airlines
Episode: Ep. 111: American Airlines 777 Captain Joe Johnson Reveals What Pilots Get Wrong
Halley Bowers
CFI at Thrust Flight, first-generation pilot from New Orleans
Thrust Flight
Episode: Ep. 110: She Took One Discovery Flight and Changed Careers
Connor Emmett
CFI at Thrust Flight; former professional baseball player
Thrust Flight
Episode: Ep. 109: Why This Pro Baseball Player Became a Pilot
Jackson Howard
CFI at Thrust Flight, former student turned instructor
Thrust Flight
Episode: Ep. 107: How to Get a CFI Job in a Tough Market
Jeremiah Johnson
CFI at Thrust Flight
Thrust Flight
Episode: Ep. 106: From Fear of Flying to Flight Instructor
Cole Collins
CFI at Thrust Flight, former flight student who became an instructor
Thrust Flight
Episode: Ep. 105: From Student to CFI: What No One Tells You
Wil Black
CFI at Thrust Flight; Envoy Cadet Instructor
Thrust Flight / Envoy Cadet Program
Episode: Ep. 104: He’s Not an Airline Pilot Yet… But Already Has Flight Benefits
Travis Tozan
Assistant Chief at Thrust Flight, former corporate professional who transitioned into aviation
Thrust Flight
Episode: Ep. 103: He Quit His Corporate Job to Become a Pilot
Bill Peterson
Pilot with 38 years at American Airlines; DPE; mentor at Thrust Flight
Thrust Flight
Episode: Ep. 100: Career Advice from a Pilot Who Flew 38 Years at American Airlines

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Zach
Host of the show, frequently guiding conversations with flight training focus.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Thank you

    Very Informative and honest podcast!

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    Ato Kwamena Ayaim
    United States9 months ago
  • The best!

    This is the best podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Lando_Norris
    United States2 years ago

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Audience-friendly discussions with practical takeaways for flight training
Consistently high-quality guests and relatable stories
Very informative and honest content that helps prospective pilots

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Ep. 109: Why This Pro Baseball Player Became a Pilot
Q: Did you take out a loan to fund training, and how did you approach that financial aspect?
Yes, I cosigned with my dad and treated the loan as a serious investment in my career, discussing finances with family and ensuring I understood the long-term payoff as I progressed toward airline opportunities.
Ep. 109: Why This Pro Baseball Player Became a Pilot
Q: Was there a pivotal moment where you decided to start this journey?
Yes, while in Charleston, South Carolina, I decided to pursue Thrust after tours and talks with friends in aviation and a mentor who led me to check out the school; the decisive nudge came from seeing the culture and opportunities at Thrust.
Ep. 107: How to Get a CFI Job in a Tough Market
Q: What advice would you give to someone aiming for an instructor role?
Start independent instructing, build a small client base, get checked out in schools' planes, and show value so schools prefer hiring you over a resume-only candidate; act like an ongoing interviewer and stay proactive.
Ep. 107: How to Get a CFI Job in a Tough Market
Q: What was the hardest part of getting through the first three ratings, especially private and instrument?
He describes private as the hardest, overwhelming like drinking from a fire hose, and notes that instrument has very clear, objective margins, unlike instrument which is more binary and less subjective about performance.
Ep. 107: How to Get a CFI Job in a Tough Market
Q: Would you mind introducing yourself for our audience?
Jackson introduces himself, shares where he's from, and explains that he recently returned to Thrust Flight as a CFI after working elsewhere, highlighting his journey from student to instructor.

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A candid, hands-on look at aviation training and careers, anchored by real student and instructor experiences from a regional flight school network. Episodes frequently cover flight training pathways, checkrides, burnout and mental resilience, the role of community and mentorship, and the impact of technology and structured curricula (like LMS) on learning. Guests range from aspiring pilots and CFIs to airline veterans sharing practical insights, with a strong emphasis on navigating costs, training environments, and the politics of flight schools. The show stands out for its approachable, student-centered storytelling and its focus on turning learning into actionable progress in a challenging, hands-on field.

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2. Halley Bowers
3. Connor Emmett
4. Jackson Howard
5. Jeremiah Johnson
6. Cole Collins
7. Wil Black
8. Travis Tozan

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