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The Pilot Project Podcast

Bryan Morrison
RCAF
Canadian Armed Forces
Flight Training
Aviation Training
Royal Canadian Air Force
Operation Impact
Mentorship
Search and Rescue
Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection
C-130j Super Hercules
Kuwait
Air Cadet Program
Leadership
IAI Heron
Aviation
Remembrance Day
Mental Health
Jenn Casey
Snowbirds
Afghanistan

The Pilot Project Podcast is an aviation podcast that aims to help new pilots learn what it takes to succeed in the world of flight, to help people in the flight training system learn what they may want to fly, and to give Canadians and the world a peek into life on the flight deck in the RCAF. We want to help pilots succeed and thrive! We interview real RCAF pilots for their exciting stories as w... more

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Latest Episodes

In Part 3 of our LIFT series, new RCAF pilot Eli shares his path from RMC to flying the T-346 Master in Italy’s International Flight Training School.

He talks about early training on the Grob and Harvard II, a unique posting to CFS Alert, and the ch... more

In Part 2 of our fighter pilot series, Major Brian “Humza” Kilroy returns to share his journey from CF-18 Hornet instructor to RCAF Demo Pilot and now Senior National Representative at Italy’s International Flight Training School.

We dive into the c... more

Ever wondered what it takes to become a Canadian fighter pilot? Today we chat with Major Brian “Humza” Kilroy, a CF-18 Hornet pilot and instructor on the T-346 Master at Italy’s International Flight Training School.

Brian takes us through his journe... more

When a Twin Otter crashed north of Yellowknife in December 2023, a Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130 Hercules crew from 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron leapt into action. In this gripping episode of the Pilot Project Podcast, we talk with aircraft co... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Kilroy
CF-18 Hornet pilot, Senior National Representative for Canada, and qualified instructor on the T-346.
International Flight Training School
Episode: Episode 72: The LIFT: Lead-In Fighter Training in Italy and flying the CF-18 Hornet and the T-346 Master Part 2 - Brian "Humza" Kilroy
Jason Shaw
Pilot on the CC-138 Hercules
435 Transport and Rescue Squadron
Episode: Episode 70: The Rescue: Air Tindi crash survivors in the NWT – Conducting a CC-130H Hercules rescue, Part 2 – Jason Shaw & Vincent C-Benoit
Vincent C. Benoit
Search and Rescue Technician (SARTEC)
435 Transport and Rescue Squadron
Episode: Episode 70: The Rescue: Air Tindi crash survivors in the NWT – Conducting a CC-130H Hercules rescue, Part 2 – Jason Shaw & Vincent C-Benoit
Captain Jason Shaw
Pilot on the CC-138 Hercules
RCAF 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron
Episode: Episode 69: The Rescue: Air Tindi crash survivors in the NWT – Conducting a CC-130H Hercules rescue, Part 1 – Jason Shaw & Vincent C-Benoit
Sergeant Vince C-Benoit
Search and rescue technician or SARTEC
RCAF 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron
Episode: Episode 69: The Rescue: Air Tindi crash survivors in the NWT – Conducting a CC-130H Hercules rescue, Part 1 – Jason Shaw & Vincent C-Benoit
Trevor Juby
Retired RCAF Lieutenant Colonel and current Base Chief Pilot with PAL Aerospace
PAL Aerospace
Episode: Episode 67: The Counter-Drug Ops: Flying SAR and counter-narcotics missions in the Caribbean and flying the De Havilland Dash 8 for PAL Part 2 - Pat Lalande, Trevor Juby
Pat Lalande
Retired RCAF Master Warrant Officer and current Tactical Coordinator and Mission Commander with PAL Aerospace
PAL Aerospace
Episode: Episode 67: The Counter-Drug Ops: Flying SAR and counter-narcotics missions in the Caribbean and flying the De Havilland Dash 8 for PAL Part 2 - Pat Lalande, Trevor Juby
Erin Edwards
RCAF pilot and ISS Capsule Communicator at NASA.
NASA, RCAF
Episode: Episode 62: The CAPCOM: Earning the Elsie MacGill Award, flying the CH-146 Griffon, and working with NASA in Houston Part 3 - Erin Edwards
Captain Erin Edwards
RCAF pilot and Canadian Capsule Communicator currently working with NASA
NASA
Episode: Episode 61: The CAPCOM: Earning the Elsie MacGill Award, flying the CH-146 Griffon, and working with NASA in Houston Part 2 - Erin Edwards

Host

Brian Morrison
Host of the show and engaged in sharing insights from aviation professionals, focusing on their personal journeys and experiences.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
  • 103 SQN

    You should get @mattfrom103 on YT in your interview list. Equally excellent content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VE9NPS
    Canada8 months ago
  • Not bad but….

    Pretty good but episode 38 just hurt my ears, it was painful full to listen to I had to turn it off after 10 mins. The guy sounded so dull and boring! No expression in his voice , no humour nothing just a vacant sounding chap like he was robotically reading off some notes , by far the worst episode yet.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Londonist39
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Very informative, definitely worth a listen to anyone interested in piloting for the RCAF!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Graham159
    Canada10 months ago
  • Jaclyn

    Great podcast! Thanks for providing this insight into the people behind the RCAF!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JacAMaz
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great Breadth and Depth!

    I’m an RCAF pilot, and I love this podcast! It’s cool to hear other people’s stories and see what the diverse operational communities experience. I wish something like this was available before selection. I wouldn’t have made any different requests, but it would have made choosing easier. The interview on training delays and what we’re doing about them was a great peek behind the curtain, and Brian’s journey with mental health is important for anyone starting out to pay attention to. I’ve also b... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LuisGAntoine
    Canada2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the discussions, particularly regarding RCAF pilots and the aviation industry.
Some listeners note occasional variations in episode quality but enjoy the overall theme and educational value of the content.
There is a positive reception for the personal stories shared by pilots and insights on resilience in flight training.
Overall, the podcast is regarded as a valuable resource for anyone interested in pursuing a career in aviation or understanding military aviation life.

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#88
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 72: The LIFT: Lead-In Fighter Training in Italy and flying the CF-18 Hornet and the T-346 Master Part 2 - Brian "Humza" Kilroy
Q: If you were in the Moose Jaw mess today and you ran into someone who wanted to be a fighter pilot, what would your advice to them be?
Just go for it. If you want to do it, you just have to try, and if it's not meant to be, then it's just not going to work.
Episode 72: The LIFT: Lead-In Fighter Training in Italy and flying the CF-18 Hornet and the T-346 Master Part 2 - Brian "Humza" Kilroy
Q: With all the experience you have, what is one thing you've learned that you need to do in order to stay ready to do your job?
To stay focused because it's easy to get bogged down in frustrations and things outside your control.
Episode 72: The LIFT: Lead-In Fighter Training in Italy and flying the CF-18 Hornet and the T-346 Master Part 2 - Brian "Humza" Kilroy
Q: What was it like to shift from an operator mindset and into a mentorship role for young pilots?
It was an interesting shift, transitioning to training where I had to teach from the basics and watch students grow from their first flight.
Episode 71: The LIFT: Lead-In Fighter Training in Italy and flying the CF-18 Hornet and the T-346 Master Part 1 - Brian "Humza" Kilroy
Q: You led the last Canadian CF-18 mission in Iraq. Did you know it was the last one before launch?
Yes, they were aware it was the last mission, which brought a sense of bittersweetness, recognizing the end of their operational role in that scenario.
Episode 71: The LIFT: Lead-In Fighter Training in Italy and flying the CF-18 Hornet and the T-346 Master Part 1 - Brian "Humza" Kilroy
Q: In 2015, you helped reform 401 Tactical Fighter Squadron when it was reactivated as the second operational CF-18 Hornet Squadron at Four Wing Cold Lake. What was the reason for this reactivation?
The objective was to improve operational readiness and cohesiveness by splitting into two squadrons, allowing for better deployment as complete units.

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Recent guests on The Pilot Project Podcast include:

1. Brian Kilroy
2. Jason Shaw
3. Vincent C. Benoit
4. Captain Jason Shaw
5. Sergeant Vince C-Benoit
6. Trevor Juby
7. Pat Lalande
8. Erin Edwards

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