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Aviation Careers Podcast Episode 31 – Inspiring The Future Of Aviation – Interviews From Sun N Fun 2013 – Part 2

CarlValeri — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:54:59 +0000

Welcome to Episode 31. Today’s episode is the second part of the inspirational aviation career interviews from Sun N Fun 2013. Sun ’n Fun’s mission is to preserve and enhance the future of flight through world-class events while inspiring and educating people of all ages. To learn more about Sun N Fun please listen to episode 30 and read the show notes. I think you will find that there is something for everyone who is interested in aviation at Sun N Fun year round.

Before we begin the interviews I want to encourage you to sign up for our e-mail updates. Many of you have asked if I could be available for career counseling. Of course if you have questions please feel free to go to Aviation Careers Podcast and click on the contact page to submit your questions, but I do understand you would like a more comprehensive conversation. I have spent many years consulting and would love to do one on one with each and every listener but I have limited time and my consulting rates may be a bit high especially for those who are just starting out in their career. Therefore,I came up with an idea that will help all of you and be of a high value.

I am still working on a few solutions along with some books and videos that will help you move towards your career goal. To keep up to date on the progress of these ideas and to receive other career updates please go to AviationCareersPodcast.com and sign up for e-mail updates in the right column. I also will send announcements on occasion to include who is hiring, new programs available at flight schools, and new financing options to name a few. I encourage you to sign up for these e-mail updates because I am excited to be bringing you this valuable information in the future.

This episode contains inspiring interviews which all who are interested in a career in aviation will enjoy. In these interviews we discuss many aviation career fields including : commercial airline pilot, flight instructor, mechanic, engineer, and management.

Most of the volunteers at Sun N Fun Radio represent many podcasts. In my case I was representing The Stuck Mic AvCast: an aviation podcast about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. I encourage you to listen to at StuckMicAvCast.com.

Now with that said, lets get started listening to some of these informative and inspirational discussions.

Al Thompson - Central Florida Aviation Academy - Al discusses the purpose of the academy and how students can apply to the school. CFA is a wonderful opportunity for those young people interested in aviation.
Elaine Larsen The Embry Riddle University Jet Dragster. Elaine speaks about opportunities for engineering students to work on the jet engine and the dragster through the Eagle Hire Program
Jamil Larkin and The Embry Riddle Dream Launch Tour. Jamil discusses all of the career fields you can pursue at Embry Riddle.
Jessica MacClinchy, Admissions Representative, National Aviation Academy - Jessica speaks about the aircraft mechanic school, flight school, financial aid, and job opportunities for graduates.
Marisha Faulk - Driver of Embry-Riddle Jet Dragster – Marisha talks about driving the Jet Dragster, her degree experience at Embry-Riddle, flight instructing, and her future plans for flying. Marisha is truly an inspiration and is an example of someone who has overcome many challenges and succeeded in defining her career in aviation.
Julius with Aeronautical Systems Engineering at the National Aviation Academy Booth discusses the advantage of using simulators for your training.
Wayne with Elite Flight Simulation Solutions discusses the various flight simulators and the advantages of simulator training.
Paul Cassell – Fedex - Donates a 727 to Sun N Fun as a training device from the Central Florida Aviation Academy. Paul speaks about the outreach programs at Fedex and the importance of the many different careers in aviation. In addition Paul talks about the great need in all aviation career fields.
Tailwheels Etc. opened a new campus at Lakeland Linder Airport – John discusses their new flight school and what they have to offer for the student looking into a career in aviation. You can also learn how to fly a Stearman! Kevin Chambers talks about the new program at Lakeland and the pending pilot shortage, and their new financing program. John discusses how Sallie Mae is back in the aviation educational financing business. John also talks about basic and advanced Aero Camp.
Jim Sherman talks about Plane Sense and the career opportunities.

As you can tell there are numerous passionate aviators at Sun N Fun who love to share their knowledge about aviation careers. If you are interested in a career in aviation, Sun N Fun is a great place to start. They have yearlong events and activities including summer camps, museum tours, an aviation high school, and so much more. For more information about Sun N Fun go to Sun-N-Fun.org.

Also if you want to hear some amazing interviews and prerecorded shows you can listen to Sun N Fun radio at LiveAtc.net/snf or click on the link from my website. Sun ’n Fun’s mission is to preserve and enhance the future of flight through world-class events while inspiring and educating people of all ages and they truly achieve this goal. Click here to read How To Listen To Sun N Fun Radio 2013.

Thanks for listening to Aviation Careers Podcast. If you found this information useful please help support this website by visiting our sponsors listed on the website. Also if you have any questions please click on the contact page where you can send an e-mail or leave a voicemail.

I hope you have enjoyed this podcast and gleaned valuable information from these interviews. To be successful in your career goal it takes persistence and perseverance. I have faith that you will achieve your career goal!

Talk to you next episode and Safe Flying!

Stuck Mic AvCast Episode 48 – Victoria’s Back, Pitch Down Dummy, Autolandings

CarlValeri — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:50:38 +0000

Today’s show marks the triumphant return of our beloved and sassy Victoria Zajko as she fills us in on all the exciting news from her absence including the amazing statistics from 2013?s Women of Aviation Week Worldwide events. Rick’s recent flight with a CFI conducting simulated engine out procedures invokes an interesting conversation about pitching down when it may seem completely counterintuitive. And Carl wraps it up with a story and explanation about his first autolanding in the Airbus A320 on an ILS during 1,400 RVR. All that and more coming up right now!

Pre-Flight

From July 26-28th, 2013 the Festival of Ballooning at Solberg Airport in Readington, NJ will feature over 100 hot air balloons, flights, entertainment, headlining bands, fireworks, plus more. As one of the nations greats balloon events this is not to be missed.

Cruise Flight

Show Notes

Women of Aviation Worldwide Week
Canada takes it all
Frederick Women Fly It Forward
Northampton MA airport
Calhoun Air Center
Astronaut Pam Melroy
Traveling Space Museum
Simulated engine failures
Stretching the glide
Best glide speed
Flaring the jet
Norwood MA airport
Airbus A320 Autoland tutorial
Low visibility taxi routes
Overwater flying
Low visibility takeoffs
Checklist usage
Auto brakes
ILS 22L KJFK
Minimum Equipment List (MEL)
Unsuccessful landings

After Landing Checklist

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Episode 30 of Aviation Careers Podcast: Inspiring The Future Of Aviation – JetBlue and Sun N Fun 2013.

CarlValeri — Tue, 07 May 2013 13:53:28 +0000

Welcome to Episode 30. This is the podcast where we give you an inside look at aviation careers. I am excited to be speaking with you today for two reasons. First, I have completed my training on the Airbus A320 and am able to focus on bringing you inspirational and educational content on a more frequent basis.

Second, I just returned from Sun N Fun 2013 and was able to visit with numerous people inside the aviation industry who are truly passionate about their careers. In the next two episodes I will be sharing many inspirational and informative interviews which describe various aviation careers. I think you will enjoy them. One of my favorite interviews is at the end of this show with a surprise guest. I hope you will enjoy these interviews as much as I enjoyed speaking with these truly wonderful aviation enthusiasts.

Before we begin, I appreciate all the feedback I have received from you the listener and I appreciate how this podcast has become a part of your weekly routine. Your feedback and questions are very important to me and I will include the answers in an upcoming episode. With that said if you do have a question please feel free to contact me and I will answer them on an individual basis before putting them on air. It is important to me that you have your aviation careers questions answered in a timely manner.

Remember to go to AviationCareersPodcast.com and click on the contact page. You can also call in your questions at 347-MY-WINGS or 347-699-4647.

If you want to hear about my experience in obtaining my A320 type rating at the airlines I would encourage you to listen to The Stuck Mic AvCast Episode 43. I relate both my experience in obtaining the type rating and explain the process of obtaining a type rating.

Sun N Fun:

SUN ’n FUN’s mission is to preserve and enhance the future of flight through world-class events while inspiring and educating people of all ages.

The many year round educational opportunities include:

Summer camps to interest students in aerospace science while including much of the history and art of aviation.
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math programs including summer, weekend, holiday, and online programs. Their program is named STEMtastic and include programs for ages 7 through 14.
Future Eagles Aviation Club which allows students to meet on a regular basis and explore the many fields in aviation.
Lakeland Aeroclub which actually teaches high school students how to fly. This program is made possible through the partnership of local businesses in Polk County and through dedicated flight instructors.
School tours of the Museum Of Flight tailored to your group’s specific goals and needs.
On a per request basis provide docents and teachers to visit schools and discuss development of STEM programs in your school.

Intro To Interviews:

Again, this episode contains inspiring interviews which all who are interested in a career in aviation will enjoy. In these interviews we discuss many aviation career fields including : commercial airline pilot, flight instructor, mechanic, engineer, and management.

One quick disclaimer before we begin listening to these amazing aviation advocates. In some of these interviews I speak with my fellow crew members from my job as an airline pilot. I am very proud of my employers contribution to Sun N Fun and aviation careers but would like to clarify that I am not a representative of my employer and the comments and opinions during this show are my own and do not reflect those of my employer.

Now with that said, lets get started listening to some of these wonderful discussions. Since there are many interviews and much information related during this episode I highly recommend you refer to the extensive show notes at AviatoinCareersPodcast.com Episode 30.

In this episode I discuss:

Sun N Fun Fly In At Lakeland, FL
Year Round Educational Opportunities at the Sun N Fun Campus
Inspirational interviews including many aviation career paths On Sun N Fun Radio.
Listening to Sun N Fun Radio Year Round.
Should you transition from a regional to a major airline?
Stuck Mic AvCast Episode 43 – My experience obtaining the A320 type rating.
Listener Mail.
The voicemail line at 347-MY-WINGS or 347-699-4647

Interviews From Sun N Fun Include:

Mike Stromer – Vice President, Customer Connections, JetBlue – Mike discusses how JetBlue is a leading contributor in assisting and inspiring young people to foster and interest and achieve their educational and aviation career goals.
Sergio – Tech Ops, JetBlue – Sergio discusses Aviation High School and the various internships with JetBlue. Sergio describes various educational programs supported by JetBlue including engineering , mechanic, and pilot internships.
Eric Poole- Captain and Manager University Programs, JetBlue – Eric discusses how to become involved in the University Gateway Program.
Andy Kozak – Manager Maintenance Training JetBlue – Andy discusses becoming an aircraft mechanic. He also describes the maintenance training program at JetBlue and how JetBlue inspires high schools students through assisting high school students build an airplane!
Cape Air Gateway Program – Crisa explains the benefits of the program, requirement, and how to apply. This is a very quick path to the airlines. We also speak with Sean who is a first Officer on the E190 for JetBlue. He is one of the first to complete the gateway program with Cape Air.
Craig Hildebrandt – Fleet Manager and A320 Captain JetBlue – Craig shares his passion for aviation and gives advice to those interested in a career as an airline captain.
Bonny Simi – JetBlue E190 Captain and VP Talent – Bonnie discusses the varied careers at an airline. She has words of encouragement for those looking at a career in aviation. She discusses the mentor program and hiring at JetBlue. Bonnie also talks about other areas JetBlue reaches out to the community.
Jake and Julie two college students in the Gateway Program are truly inspriational and have some great advice for those looking to become a pilot and get involved with the Gateway program.
Al Spain – I had a chance meeting and some inspiring words from one of the founders of JetBlue.

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SMAC047 – LIVE From the Deck of SUN n FUN Radio 2013

CarlValeri — Wed, 01 May 2013 19:29:23 +0000

Today’s show was broadcast LIVE from the deck of SUN n FUN Radio on Thursday April 10th, 2013 on 1510AM Lakeland, FL. We’ve edited the audio and packaged it as Episode 47 in case you weren’t able to join us when we were live, so this is our replay for your listening enjoyment!

Pre-Flight

Due to technical difficulties at show beginning, you’ll hear Carl Valeri and Larry Overstreet leading the show until Sean Moody, Rick Felty, and Len Costa were able to patch in.

Cruise Flight

Show Notes

After Landing Checklist

~ Picks of The Week ~

No Picks of The Week were included in this LIVE episode.

For More Episodes and To Subscribe To The Stuck Mic AvCast vist The Stuck Mic AvCast Website.

SUN n FUN Radio with Dave Shallbetter; Stuck Mic AvCast Episode 45

CarlValeri — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:47:28 +0000

In this episode we sit down with Dave Shallbetter of SUN n FUN Radio and get the inside scoop on how it all started, what it’s like to run the radio station, behind the scenes of everything SUN n FUN Radio, volunteering, forgetting names, his fur-babies, and a ton more! Be sure to pay close attention to this special episode and don’t forget to Like It, Share It, or leave a Comment.

And even though our co-host Carl Valeri was once again absent from this show as he was flying the Airbus, he does send his best wishes and can’t wait to join us again.

Pre-Flight

SURPRISE – It’s April Fools Day! Nothing to see here, please keep moving.

Cruise Flight

Show Notes

After Landing Checklist

~ Picks of The Week ~

No Picks of the Week were included in this interview episode

Virgin Galactic Space Flight Fund

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Pilot Supplies:

How To Listen To Sun N Fun Radio 2013!

CarlValeri — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 02:29:47 +0000

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Click Here To Listen from the Sun N Fun Radio Website.

I am excited to once again share my passion for flight and bring you some interesting interviews as a field reporter for Sun N Fun Radio. If you are unable to make it to the event or want to listen to interviews and keep up to date on the daily events and breaking news, tune into Sun N Fun Radio.

I will be walking around in My Stuck Mic AvCast or Aviation Careers Podcast T-Shirt so Please stop by and say hello if you see me. If you have something interesting to tell us and would like to be on Sun N Fun Radio I would love to interview you. There are many ways you can get in touch with me while at Sun N Fun. Of course you can stop by Sun N Fun Radio at the show but if you want an immediate response send me a tweet or e-mail me:

You can reach me on twitter @ExpertAviator or @FlyingCareers

Send me an email at CarlValeri@Gmail.com

Stuck MicAvCast Live Wednesday, April 10th at 6:00 pm.

I will be broadcasting a live show of the Stuck Mic Avcast Wednesday, April 10th at 6:00pm from the deck at Sun N Fun Radio. Our cohosts Sean Moody, Len Costa ,and Rick Felty will be joining us virtually on the internet thanks to the folks at LiveATC.net.

You can listen to Sun N Fun Radio right now at the Sun N Fun Radio page:

Stream it live from your mobile device Courtousy of Live ATC.net

Of course you can always visit the Sun N Fun Website for more information:

Sun N Fun Website

You an even get your free mobile app from Sporty’s below:

Sun N Fun 2013 App for Iphone and Ipad

Sun N Fun 2013 App for Android

Sun N Fun 2013 App for Kindle Fire.

Hope to see you at Sun N Fun or virtually on the Internet!

To Listen To Interviews From 2012 Sun N Fun By The Stuck Mic Avcast Click Here.

Enjoy the Show!

Stuck Mic Avcast Episode 44 – Carl’s First Landing, Overcoming Training Obstacles, Trusting Your Instruments

CarlValeri — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 23:08:36 +0000

In this episode we hear about Carl’s first landing in the Airbus A320 (caught on film). The Alton Bay NH Ice Runway is open and you can watch this Cessna Landing on the Ice Runway. Also we talk about overcoming flight training obstacles after learning that the student pilot who collided with an SUV recently earned his Private Pilot certificate. It all starts here!

Pre-Flight

Florida International Air Show – Named one of the “10 Best Airshows Around the World” as seen on USAToday.com, this event is held in Punta Gorda, FL on March 23-24 and includes demonstrations and performances by high-speed military jets and acrobatic aircraft. Not to mention the static aircraft displays, kids area, refreshments, and more!

SUN ‘n FUN Radio – As you know the 2013 SUN n FUN “Spring Break For Pilots” event is coming up on April 9-14th! For those of you that can’t make the show in person you can always tune in to all that’s happening by visiting SUN ‘n FUN Radio on the web atLiveATC.net/snf and bring the airshow to your living room.

Cruise Flight

Show Notes

10 Ways to Renew Your CFI
AOPA Air Safety Foundation CFI Renewal
Man earns Pilot Certificate after collision with SUV
Flight training stumbling blocks
Airsickness

After Landing Checklist

~ Picks of The Week ~

Sean – Infinite Flight iOS App
Carl – PlaneSpotting.nl
Len – AviationJunkie.net
Rick – ForeFlight (recent updates)

Flying As Captain For A Major Airline With Jeff Nielsen Of The Airline Pilot Guy Podcast – Aviation Careers Podcast Episode 29

CarlValeri — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 10:37:29 +0000

If you walked up to a stranger and said you were a pilot they would probably imagine flying a large airline across the world to exotic locations. If you listen to this podcast on a regular basis you realize there are many pilot jobs other than that of a major airline pilot. But what is it like to be a Captain at a major airline? Today I have with me someone who can answer this question.

Jeff Nielsen is a Captain with a major airline. Jeff has over 23 years flying experience and is a senior Captain on the MD88/90. He also is no stranger to sharing his story of being a pilot as he is the host of the Airline PIlot Guy Podcast. Jeff has agreed to join me today to help us understand the job of being a Captain with a major airline.

Jeff and I Discuss:

How he developed his passion for aviation.
His path towards becoming a Captain with a Legacy Airline.
Why Jeff likes being an Airline Captain.
The Benefits to being a Captain with a Major Airline.
What it is like to fly the MD88/90 and a few fun facts.
How being a military pilot helped his career.
Advice for those looking towards a career as an airline pilot.

Listener Mail:

Question from Steve:

Steve is planning on starting his instrument rating and commercial pilot certificate. Steve will be purchasing Rod Machado’s books and wants to know if there are any books or other materials we recommend.

From Todd:

Are unions really good for aviation?

From Jason:

Jason is a C-130 Instructor Pilot/Evaluator for the USAF with over 2300 hours flight time with 1,000 hours in combat. He is trying to decide if he should fly for the Airlines or stay in the Air Force and wants to know if his current military experience will make him competitive when applying to the airlines.

Recommendation:

Are you interested in getting the inside look at the daily life of an airline pilot? Want to hear some insightful commentary concerning airlines and travel? Would you like to hear an airline pilot’s perspective on the latest industry news? Well there is a show you should listen to, Airline Pilot Guy.

Airline Pilot Guy is a view of the airline industry from a Captain’s perspective. Our guest today, Captain Jeff, is host of this interesting and entertaining show. Jeff introduces us to his podcast Airline Pilot Guy.

Links Mentioned:

Gold Seal described in AC 16-65E

Master Instructor

Auburn University – Professional Flight Management

Recommended Reading:

Flying the Line: The First Half Century of the Air Line Pilots Association

Jeppesen Instrument Commercial

Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3A) (Second Edition)

Instrument Procedures Handbook

Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge

Instrument Flying Handbook

Rod Machado’s books

Stuck Mic AvCast Episode 43 – Stuffy Noses, Flying the Airbus A320, Top Gun 3D

CarlValeri — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 15:14:56 +0000

Join us in this episode as Carl Valeri returns after 2 months of grueling flight training to learn the Airbus A320! We talk type ratings, Airbus flying, and learn about the automation behind Airbus in addition to some upcoming airshows, one of us travels to Australia, and our thoughts on Top Gun 3D. It all begins now!

Pre-Flight

Air Fiesta 2013 – this airshow is brought to you by the Commemorative Air Force Rio Grande Valley wing and includes aerial performances and static displays of World War II Trainers, Bombers, Fighters, Aerobatics, to name a few. This show will be on March 9th – 10th in Brownsville, TX.

First Annual Reel Stuff Film Festival of Aviation – this aviation film festival at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, OH runs from April 11-14 and commemorates the grand re-opening of the Air Force Museums 400-seat-massive-screen theater. Screenings of 10 aviation classics will be running for your enjoyment. The full schedule can be seen here: Schedule.

Top Gun 3D – you’ve kicked the tires and lit the fires, you’ve felt the need for speed. But have you done it in 3D? Don’t miss this limited engagement opportunity to catch this classic aviation flick digitally remastered in 3D and feel like your there riding behind Maverick!

Cruise Flight

Photo used with permission.

Show Notes

Type Rating Requirements
FAR 61.31
Defining “Large Aircraft“
Airbus A320 family
Fly By Wire flight controls
Airbus Automation (pros & cons)
Stalling an Airbus
Side-stick Flight Controls
Flying with Auto Thrust
Using Vertical Navigation (NVAV)
Airbus Sharklets
And more!

After Landing Checklist

~ Picks of The Week ~

Sean – Top Gun (Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray) DVD
Carl – AOPA ID Wallet with Ramp Pass Insert
Rick - Seasonality Core – Mac App, Seasonality Go – iOS App, Mophie Juicepack Helium
Len – Aircraft Intercom/ATC Audio Recording Cable for iPhone

Virgin Galactic Space Flight Fund

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Aviation Careers Podcast Episode 028 – Federal Government Careers With NTSB Accident Investigator Bill English.

CarlValeri — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:48:59 +0000

Most of our discussion is of careers in commercial aviation but there are numerous jobs with the Federal Government. One of the more fascinating jobs is investigating accidents. Today I have with me someone from the National Transportation Safety Board to discuss the job of accident investigation and the various federal jobs relating to aviation.

Bill English is a National Transportation Safety Board Investigator in Charge in the Major Aviation Investigations Division. Bill has a varied background and extensive knowledge in the area of instrument procedures and design which he has shared through various articles in IFR Magazine. Bill also has been an air traffic controller, corporate pilot, and flight instructor. Bill has agreed to join us today to share with us his exciting career as an accident investigator at the NTSB.

Bill and I discuss:

How he developed his passion for aviation.
His current job as Investigator In Charge at the NTSB.
The various jobs at the NTSB that relate to aviation.
The experience and education necessary to become an investigator with the NTSB.
His career as an air traffic controller.
The many federal jobs relating to aviation.
Accident investigation careers outside the NTSB.
His advice for those interested in an aviation career with the Federal Government.

For More Information:

NTSB Careers

Air Traffic Controller Careers from Bureau Of Labor Statistics

Accident Investigator Jobs from AvJobs.com

Association For Unmanned Vehicles International

The Aviation Herald

Recommendation:

Safety Management Systems in Aviation (Ashgate Studies in Human Factors for Flight Operations)