Welcome to the Aviation Careers Podcast. Today we have a special guest Eric Zipkin to discuss trends in aviation with a focus on luxury travel experiences and how these experiences will affect the future of air travel.

Questions e-mail us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com

Talking Points:

Eric Zipkin and his humble start in aviation.
How he helped build the brand Tradewind Aviation into a leader in personal air travel throughout North America and the Caribbean.
Why Eric feels the future of private, business, and luxury travel will grow.
Current industry trends (highlighting the new Bahamas route/ extended service)
Why work for Tradewind?
“Skip the Regionals” – An in-depth conversation about a pilot’s career path at Tradewind
What type of person would find a fulfilling career at Tradewind.
“Goodspeed Culture” – How Tradewind’s unique culture sets a foundation for success
What is next for Tradewind?

Links:

https://www.flytradewind.com

https://goodspeedairport.com/

Monthly Group Coaching:

https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching
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One On One Coaching:
https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/career-coaching

Questions:

feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com

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Ten years ago, I discussed avoiding making a two-million-dollar mistake in your career. Today, we need to update that number and discuss how things have changed so you can avoid making a three-million-dollar mistake in your pilot career. Simple Answer…Keep flying, and don’t stop!

Send us your accomplishments and a photo if you want us to share in the podcast on YouTube to feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com

Talking Points:

Understanding the current hiring environment.
Tariffs and your career.
239,200 Median pay for scheduled airline pilots.
10-year captain pays over 300k at major airlines
That is 3.3 million if you postpone your career by 10 years
Keep flying.
Sign up for coaching.
We discuss industry updates and dispel rumors
Pilot Interview Course is included and is updated every month.
Get one month free by using the coupon code “CoachItForward.”
We also include the Pilot Interview course in the coaching mentorship.

Links:

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/airline-and-commercial-pilots.htm
Monthly Group Coaching:

https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching
Use coupon code “CoachItForward” for the first month free.

One-On-One Coaching:
https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/career-coaching

Questions:

feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com or
Visit us: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/

 

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