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Cockpit Conversations: Taking off as an Airline Pilot
by Aaron Hagan
Cockpit Conversations offers incredible insight not just acing the airline interview, but life in training, on the line, and getting the most out of the airline lifestyle. Join Aaron Hagan as he interviews experienced airline pilots and industry experts, providing you with the inside scoop, practical tips, and proven strategies to succeed in every stage of your airline career. Subscribe now and take the first step towards your airline career!
Episodes
Mastering the United Airlines TSA
3 Mar 2026 · 35 min
In this episode, host Aaron Hagan sits down with United Airlines Captains and Simulator Instructors Luke Jacobs and Wilson McManus to pull back the curtain on the Technical Skills Assessment (TSA). As specialized trainers for Emerald Coast, Luke and Wilson share their expert insights into…
Balancing Military and Airline Careers
15 Sept 2025 · 1 h 38
What is it like to fly a pointy-nosed fighter jet one week and a commercial airliner the next? In this episode of Cockpit Conversations, we sit down with two pilots who successfully juggle demanding careers in both the military and the airline industry. Join host Aaron Hagan as he speaks with…
From United, to FedEx... and back!
24 Apr 2025 · 47 min
Making major career decisions is tough, especially in the dynamic world of aviation. On this episode of Cockpit Conversations, we talk with Corey, a pilot who provides a firsthand account of navigating significant shifts – moving from United Airlines to FedEx, and later returning to United. Hear…
Ok You're Hired - How to Not Screw it Up (Part 2)
17 Apr 2025 · 1 h 05
Picking up where Part 1 left off, the expert panel of airline instructors delves deeper into navigating your aviation career beyond the initial training hurdle. Ever wondered what instructors really look for when deciding if you pass a simulator session? Hear their perspectives on evaluating…
Ok You're Hired - How to Not Screw it Up (Part 1)
10 Apr 2025 · 55 min
Worried about washing out of your new airline training program? This two-part episode of "Cockpit Conversations" features insights from four seasoned instructors with diverse flight experience. They discuss the crucial first steps: assessing your readiness, the pros and cons of delaying a class…
Life After the Airline
3 Apr 2025 · 1 h 15
Today we speak with Dave, a retired Delta Airlines Pilot, as we discuss his extensive airline career and what life is like in retirement.
You Quit Your Job at FedEx. Now What?
27 Mar 2025 · 56 min
Is the grass always greener at another airline? Host Aaron Hagan talks with pilot Chris Riley about his experience leaving Delta for FedEx, only to return. They dive deep into the comparisons: pay, quality of life, company culture, and the realities versus expectations of working at both carriers.…