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Is Aviation Just About the Money? What Really Drives a Pilot Career
Money is part of the equation, but it's rarely the whole story. This post breaks down what aviation dues really mean across every stage of a pilot career — from flight instructing and Part 135 to the regionals, corporate flying, military, and the airlines.
Pilot Career Strategy: How to Find Better Aviation Jobs and Build a Bulletproof Plan B
The aviation industry is full of curve balls — furloughs, hiring freezes, and unexpected career detours. In this post, we break down real-world pilot career scenarios and share actionable strategies for finding better aviation jobs while building a bulletproof Plan B outside the cockpit.
The Aviation Lifestyle: What Pilots Really Need to Know Before Choosing This Career
Thinking about becoming a pilot? The aviation lifestyle shapes everything - your relationships, finances, and daily life. Real insights on time away from home, family impact, irregular schedules, military aviation, and financial planning for pilots in 2026.
10 Questions Before Starting an Aviation Career | Pilot Career Guide 2026
Planning an aviation career in 2026? These 10 essential questions will help you make informed decisions about money, lifestyle, training paths, and long-term goals - written by experienced airline pilots who've been there.
Was It A Charmed Aviation Career? Pilot Career Examples from Multiple Pilots
We are taking a poll on aviation careers both past and present. The beauty of any aviation career in the industry is that there is no wrong answer...
United Airlines Crew Base For Pilots and Flight Attendants
United Airlines Crew Bases
United airlines is one of the largest legacy airlines in the world. Their headquarters is at Willis Tower in Chicago Ill...
Do You Love Aviation?
I think if you were to ask a group of pilots ranging from private pilots to airline pilots if they love aviation, most would say yes. In fact I wo...
The New Normal for Pilot Experience in Aviation
So what is the “New Era” of pilot mileage or experience levels?
There is a funny joke that has been around for years, How do you know if you have m...
Credible Excuses Create Credible Adjustments in Aviation. It's Not Just a Pandemic.
You may have clicked this article because you have never heard this term before. As you go through it, you will realize you understand it more tha...
Is There Really A Pilot Shortage? Or Did We Do It To Ourselves?
All over the Internet and out in the marketplace, the aviation landscape is buzzing about a pilot shortage. Some companies say there is a shortag...
Pilot Leadership-How to Train for it in Today's Cockpit?
This is a great question and it really is aimed at more experienced pilots. I have talked to a lot of people about this and the answers vary wide...
Is it Only About The Money in an Aviation Job?
Question #1
This is the first article in the aviation career series publication by Airspeed Junkie. You will find a lot of commentary and hidden a...