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The Pilot Life

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The Pilot Life takes you behind the cockpit and into the lives of aviation professionals. In each episode, we sit down with pilots and other aviation experts to hear their personal stories, unique experiences, and the highs and lows of life in the sky. Whether you're an aspiring pilot or just fascinated by aviation, The Pilot Life offers an authentic, unfiltered look at what it really means to liv... more

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Such a privilege to sit down with LaMar, one of the longest tenured Horizon pilots where he also served as the chief pilot for 2 decades. Great conversation covering the history of the airline and lessons learned in nearly 40 years of... more

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Sit down for a jolly good chat with Captain Steve Randall!

From crossing the Atlantic Ocean in small, general aviation aircraft to flying the big iron for the airlines, his aviation journey is one for the books! And speaking of books... more

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Great conversation with Bobby ; Hawaiian Airline pilot and co-founder of the Honolulu based Pacific Flight Academy. We talk Career pivots, flying during Covid, starting a flying academy and so much more!

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Captain Ron is one of the most experienced, and most humble pilots I have ever met. His story is simply incredible, from flying P-51 Mustangs, Mig-21s and F-14's to heavy iron like the Boeing 747. Sit back and enjoy his aviation journ... more

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Steve Randall
Currently a 737 captain, with a diverse aviation background
Episode: Steve Randall / Oceanic Ferry Pilot to Airline Captain
Captain Ron Kirkland
Navy veteran and F-14 Tomcat pilot with extensive aviation experience.
Episode: Captain Ron Kirkland / F-14 Fighter Pilot
Captain Kenny Williams
Aviation professional with a long career at Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines
Episode: Captain Kenny Williams / Alaska Airlines
John Swanson
Former military and commercial pilot with extensive experience, including flying the U-2 spy plane.
Episode: John Swanson / U-2 Pilot
Greg Perry
Retired airline captain with extensive experience in aviation
Alaska Airlines
Episode: Greg Perry / Retired Airline Captain
Brandon Bailey
Chief Pilot at American Airlines and Fighter Pilot for the California National Guard
American Airlines
Episode: Brandon Bailey / Chief Pilot American Airlines / Fighter Pilot
Doc Eide
Retired Captain for Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines
Episode: Captain Doc Eide / Retired Alaska Airlines Captain
Simon Dunn
Former hostage and airline pilot
Episode: Simon Dunn / Former Hostage / Airline Pilot
Perry Solmson
Horizon Airlines Captain and experienced mountain climber.
Horizon Airlines
Episode: Perry Solmonson / Horizon Airlines Captain / Mountain Climber

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Brendan
Host and commercial airline pilot with a passion for sharing the stories of aviation professionals.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • A good listen

    A great and enjoyable aviation podcast that interviews pilots who have flown all kinds of aircraft over their lives. Look forward to each episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BFarris12
    United States8 months ago
  • Awesome!

    Captain Odonell is a true professional. It was an absolute pleasure and great experience start to finish. Great podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jon321133
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic Interviews

    Meaningful content. Insightful questions and content. Overall fantastic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lowland2029
    United Statesa year ago

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Captain Odonell is a true professional. It was an absolute pleasure and great experience start to finish. Great podcast!!
A great and enjoyable aviation podcast that interviews pilots who have flown all kinds of aircraft over their lives. Look forward to each episode!
Meaningful content. Insightful questions and content. Overall fantastic.

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Bobby Nikkhoo / Pacific Flight Academy Co-Founder / Airline Pilot
Q: If someone wants to learn more about this place, maybe how they could learn how to fly here, if they're interested in becoming part of this new pilot development program, where's the best place for them to start?
Bobby advises potential students to visit the Pacific Flight Academy website and schedule a Discovery flight as the first step.
Bobby Nikkhoo / Pacific Flight Academy Co-Founder / Airline Pilot
Q: What do you tell pilots who may be just a little bit down about the fact that it's not happening as fast as they want it to?
Bobby emphasizes that training will wear pilots down, but they need to stay motivated, as the aviation landscape will change by the time they are marketable.
Bobby Nikkhoo / Pacific Flight Academy Co-Founder / Airline Pilot
Q: How did you get into aviation then? What was the first flight?
Bobby began his aviation journey after being inspired by the futuristic design of a light sport aircraft called the icon, which led him to take flying lessons.
Captain Ron Kirkland / F-14 Fighter Pilot
Q: How did you feel being selected for the Tomcat compared to other aircraft?
I felt super lucky because that's exactly what I wanted and worked hard for it.
Captain Ron Kirkland / F-14 Fighter Pilot
Q: Did you prefer flying with the wings swept back or forward?
It was completely transparent to us unless it was for tanking, where we usually swept them back to have a more comfortable attitude.

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Episodes frequently explore the personal journeys and experiences of aviation professionals, including pilots from various backgrounds and roles. The discussions often cover their unique career paths, challenges faced, and personal anecdotes from their flying experiences, providing listeners with a rich tapestry of insights into the aviation world. Notably, the podcast places emphasis on mentorship, the female representation in aviation, and the emotional connection many pilots have towards their profession, making it a compelling listen for both aspiring aviators and aviation enthusiasts alike.

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The Pilot Life launched 2 years ago and published 25 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Pilot Life include:

1. Steve Randall
2. Captain Ron Kirkland
3. Captain Kenny Williams
4. John Swanson
5. Greg Perry
6. Brandon Bailey
7. Doc Eide
8. Simon Dunn

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