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Sky Talk Radio, An Aviation Podcast
Airspeed Junkie is now proud to sponser Sky Talk Radio. STR is an aviation podcast that features two captains talking and telling stories about th...
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...
What Airline Passengers Do You Get to Sit Next Too?
No doubt at one time or another you have taken a commercial flight somewhere. If you are traveling with your family, you may have had the chance t...
Cute Things to Say to a Pilot: Funny Real Passenger Comments
Last updated: January 7, 2026
As an airline pilot, I hear some pretty interesting comments from passengers. Some are funny, some are cute, and some...
On the Slide: A Day in the Life of a Seaplane Pilot
By: Regina MesickGreetings from sunny St. Croix!I’ve been asked to share with the Airspeed Junkie community what a typical day looks like down a ru...
Understanding The Concept of Aviation Dues in Your Aviation Career?
“There are things that are hard to do”. Those are more satisfying when accomplished. “There are things that some deem impossible”. That makes you ...
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...
Strategies for Finding Better Pilot Jobs in the Aviation Industry
Question #3 in the Aviation Career Series
No doubt you have heard about having a plan B in aviation. Plan A is pretty easy to figure out and make ...
Would You Fly On A Plane With No Pilots?
Lately the subject of airlines transitioning to aircraft without pilots has been a hot topic. Everyone seems to want to weigh in on the subject an...
Are You A Radio Hog? Using Better Aviation Radio Communications
Working every day in the airline environment you get a fair amount of time talking on the radio to Air Traffic Control (ATC). One thing I have not...
20 Things Your Flight Attendant Would Like You To Know
If you are a Flight Attendant, you are the heart and soul of an airlines customer service. The way the customer is treated and the experience they...