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The Pilot Life takes you behind the cockpit and into the lives of aviation professionals. In each episode, we sit down with pilots and other aviation experts to hear their personal stories, unique experiences, and the highs and lows of life in the sky. Whether you're an aspiring pilot or just fascinated by aviation, The Pilot Life offers an authentic, unfiltered look at what it really means to live and work in the world of aviation.
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- Today50 min
Captain Karen Ruth / 40+ years as a Professional Pilot
A great conversation with retired Delta Airlines Captain Karen Ruth. Her aviation journey began as a young girl looking up to her neighbors who happened to be Northwest pilots. Through grit, determination and hard work, she succeeded in achieving her dream of becoming an airline pilot! Check out more aviation podcasts and content here: https://www.instagram.com/thepilotlife121/ “The information provided in this video is for entertainment purposes only. This is a personal vlog and the opini...
- Aug 27, 202646 min
Phil Wiltse / Horizon Air Captain (ret)
This Great conversation with Captain Phil Wiltse reflecting on his 35 year flying career with Horizon Air. He has witnessed nearly the entire 45 years of Horizon Air from a ground agent at the newly formed airline, to a check pilot and instructor on the E175. “The information provided in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. This is a personal vlog and the opinions expressed are solely those of the participants and do not represent any associations or institutions they may or ma...
- Jul 1, 202652 min
Mark Drake / B787 Captain / Hawaiian Airlines
Incredible conversation with Captain Mark covering his nearly 5 decades in the aviation industry, with a remarkable 39 years at Hawaiian Airlines. From the early days flying with his Dad around on TWA metal, to his current position as a Captain and Check Pilot on the B787, his aviation journey has been, in his own words...a fairly tale. Mahalo to Captain Drake for sharing his pilot life story with us! Check out more aviation podcasts and content here: / thepilotlife121 ...
- Jun 10, 202649 min
Max Lyons / Hillsboro Aviation
Pull up a chair and sit down for a great conversation with Max. A 4th generation logger and world traveler, his career path changed when he ventured out on a solo trip that would inspire his dreams and set him down the path of aviation. A remarkable adventure full of surprises! Check out more aviation podcasts and content here: / @thepilotlife “The information provided in this video is for entertainment purposes only. This is a personal vlog and the o...
- May 20, 202637 min
Captain Yokko Okamura / Horizon Air
"I was not trying to become a first, I just wanted to be an airline pilot". Captain Yokko's drive to become an airline pilot was truly remarkable, overcoming vast obstacles at a time when Japanese women were not allowed to become pilots. An inspiring journey pursuing her dreams to become an airline pilot. Check out more aviation podcasts and content here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCf4iOF34spaZUAC-ZdOUwJQ “The information provided in this video is for entertainment ...
- May 13, 202626 min
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- Mar 29, 202645 min
Terry Shaffer / Flying the F8 in Vietnam
Send us Fan Mail Great conversation with Captain Terry Shaffer, retired airline captain, former fighter pilot, and all around great guy! From his early dreams of Hollywood stardom to flying the F-8 off aircraft carriers, to teaching and training the next generation of airline pilots, his stories and experiences are certain to enlighten and entertain. Check out more aviation podcasts and content here: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePilotLife “The information provided in this video is for enter...
- Mar 4, 202636 min
Kali Retzler / Part 135 Captain
Send us Fan Mail Great conversation with Captain Kali about her journey to the pilot seat of a Cessna Grand Caravan and the challenges overcome along the way. She has a ton of great insights for pilots looking to pursue a career in aviation with her great stories from learning to fly in Hawai‘i. Check out more aviation podcasts and content here: / @thepilotlife Learn more about the Pacific Flight Academy here: https://www.pacificflightacademy.com “The informatio...
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The Pilot Life takes you behind the cockpit and into the lives of aviation professionals. In each episode, we sit down with pilots and other aviation experts to hear their personal stories, unique experiences, and the highs and lows of life in the sky. Whether you're an aspiring pilot or just fascinated by aviation, The Pilot Life offers an authentic, unfiltered look at what it really means to live and work in the world of aviation.
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