Pro-Pilot Playbook PODCAST #11 // Hate your job? Day-to-day of a Pilot

[@MR-km7qm]

I’m a month or so away from turning 40. I worked as an auto mechanic, truck driver (owner operator), freight broker and now dispatcher. Feels like I wasted my life! If I had $200k burning a hole in my pocket, I would not hesitate to learn to fly! $50k for part 61 school and the rest to live on while actively training. Where was this pod cast when I was 20 and could live with parents?! Ha. Hope the stars align for me to end up where you guys are sooner than later. Love all of your podcasts!

[@mackenzietotaro4350]

I'm in flight school right now and these podcast are so useful. It's hard to find this information being new to the aviation world. Thanks for putting this out 👍

[@blessedgirl8756]

What school you go to??

[@thepenmen22]

How is flight training going?

[@mackenzietotaro4350]

@@thepenmen22 working on my CFI right now 👍

[@earnedwings5206]

Ok so you guys are very much like me personality wise. I’m a 24 year mtg guy, played football in college ( Oregon State and Utah State ) but unfortunately I did not find way into a cockpit until the age of 41 the day my grand-daughter was born. The other grandpa is a very experienced and wealthy pilot and he asked me if I wanted to fly the Baron back to the ranch with him, of course I said hellllll yes! He asked me if I wanted to fly alittle, and from the second I touched the yoke I was truly in-love. Trying to manage generating business and getting through training has not been easy but I purchased a PA28 180 so that has helped a lot with building time and not having to wait on planes being available to rent. At this point I have my PPL/IRA and working on my commercial now and should have that done in a month or two but I will be 48 at that point. I truly would appreciate a quick call with you guys so can get your opinion on some of my goals. Don’t want to put any contact information here but maybe I can send you guys a private message with my information. Thank you very much for any information you can assist with👍

[@TrevorPilot9]

Wow I am glad I found you guys. I was smiling and laughing through out the entire video! Everything you talked about was exactly how I feel. I’ve also got a very entrepreneurial spirit and can’t wait to be able to leverage my pilot salary to get into real estate and more. Flying has always been my everything and I’m so excited to have a job I truly LOVE! Thanks guys for the motivation!

[@anthonytelles2226]

This is incredible, it’s so strange the word hasn’t got out with how cool of a career this is, how well it pays, how few hours you work compared to other people, the amazing destinations and travel perks. It’s all too good to be true! I already wanted to do this, but I’m much more willing to take out a loan and do the accelerated training to get there ASAP and do this full time. Keep it up!

[@SUPER_HELPFUL]

The barrier for entry is more than just financial, a lot of people don't have the determination and motivation to get through the training.

[@Flyingcircustailwheel]

Had an experience similar to the Charlestown trip. I was Air Force maintenance prior to flying, absolutely hated my life. Took an airplane down to Nashville on a ferry trip, had such a great time, stayed in a really nice hotel. Couldn't believe that soon that was gonna be the norm.

[@justoneuser]

Wow. This was really interesting! If I could afford to quit my job and train to be a pilot, I would lol

[@natebot321]

This is really great to hear. What about the downsides, like being away from home, missing holidays and family events and the like?

[@ProPilotPlaybook]

Hi Nate, it varies greatly depending on what company you're with. You can miss some holidays for sure and family functions. Keep in mind, all jobs have downsides. Thank you for the comment.

[@becraftcorey]

I'm in the Northen Kentucky area, would love to know more about the corporate gigs around.

[@timpropilot]

Great episode!!

[@Tracks777]

lovely video

[@ProPilotPlaybook]

Thank you MisterTracks!

[@michaelsmith5463]

QUESTION: Expand on that bidding for 1 day/mo & working reserve.---How does that pilot make any money?--I thought if you swap flights, the 75hr/mo guarantee is no longer guarnateed??

[@Xaunoki]

I was thinking cargo, but if corporate is THIS good, then I might just go that route. I can create my own flight plan, get snacks, and schedule maintenance for 2/3rds of the month off.

[@ProPilotPlaybook]

Totally!!

[@cavy95]

My family practice doctor just quit, due to overwork.

[@constpegasus]

How do you keep your skills with so little flying?

[@topofthegreen]

I heard its very easy to get fired as a corporate pilot if the wealthy customer just doesn’t like you, is that true?

[@enriquealvarezsanchez9159]

Is it too late to start pursuing a career in aviation at 40yo?

[@erickurbina7318]

So even though you work 1-2 days a month you make enough money to sustain yourself?

[@donovanknowles2641]

the airlines pay you a minimum amount of hours even if you didn't actually fly those hours. if you bid reserve as a senior you wont fly much but will still get your full flight hours pay.

[@acashman5029]

What type of jobs in aviation are there for those who want to not be away from home and be with family daily?

[@sam04019491]

Teacher.

[@pedrocortez7372]

A&P mechanic

[@Flying1776Eagle]

Hey guys what is the fastest and cheapest way to go to school while providing for a family working full time? I’m ready to fire my career 🤣

[@ProPilotPlaybook]

Not trying to make a sales pitch, but that's exactly what our course is about. And it's not very expensive. It's designed to help people like you get into the business efficiently. It's hours of content. Check it out. Thanks for comment.

[@informalfallacies]

Sounds like corporate flying is the side hussle.

[@2980draco]

Some people get the opportunity other get denied you guys were born with money it very clear

[@dezecho9181]

Imo just excuses to not try

[@barrymarootner504]

You guys are definitely not audio engineers. Aim the mics at your mouth and you’ll get better audio.