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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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Send us a text Such a privilege to sit down with LaMar, one of the longest tenured Horizon pilots where he also served as the chief pilot for 2 decades. Great conversation covering the history of the airline and lessons learned in nearly 40 years of airline flying. Check out the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=im7F3MKtAOk “The information provided in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. This is a personal podcast and the opinions expressed are solely those of t...
Send us a text Sit down for a jolly good chat with Captain Steve Randall! From crossing the Atlantic Ocean in small, general aviation aircraft to flying the big iron for the airlines, his aviation journey is one for the books! And speaking of books, he is an accomplished aviation author and master story teller. BOOK GIVEAWAY! (2 LUCKY WINNERS) DRAWING 9/10/2025 AT 12PM PDT📘 🎉 Visit the YouTube Video and leave a comment to enter to win! Purchase his book here: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ https://redwo...
Send us a text Great conversation with Bobby ; Hawaiian Airline pilot and co-founder of the Honolulu based Pacific Flight Academy. We talk Career pivots, flying during Covid, starting a flying academy and so much more! Check out the Pacific Flying Academy here: https://www.pacificflightacademy.com https://www.instagram.com/pacificflightacademy Follow The Pilot Life for more aviation content: https://www.instagram.com/thepilotlife121/ “The information provided in this video is for entertain...
Send us a text Captain Ron is one of the most experienced, and most humble pilots I have ever met. His story is simply incredible, from flying P-51 Mustangs, Mig-21s and F-14's to heavy iron like the Boeing 747. Sit back and enjoy his aviation journey!
Send us a text Excited to share my conversation with Jessie, a pilot and friend I've had the privilege of knowing for 25+ years. She entered the airline industry during the early 2000's, a difficult time to start your airline dream. Hired, furloughed, corporate pilot, airline pilot, around the world and back. Enjoy the conversation with Jessie as she talks about her journey to the flight deck of Alaska Airlines. “The information provided is for entertainment pu...
Send us a text Huge thanks to Captain Ron "Rhino" Kirkland for indulging me in my breakdown of famous TopGun scenes. Awesome to be able to sit down with someone who flew the Tomcat and speak about the capabilities and performance of this amazing aircraft. Be sure to check out his full podcast on an upcoming episode of The Pilot Life where we talk about not only his journey to the Navy, but also flying as a test pilot, a cargo pilot on the MD11 and B747 and more!
Send us a text An honor to sit down with a personal mentor and talk about Kenny's amazing aviation career. From his first awe-inspiring experiences in small bush planes to becoming one of the original pilots at Horizon Air, where he helped lay the groundwork for a regional airline that would reshape Northwest aviation. After joining Alaska Airlines, his career progressed over three decades, during which he worked on the development of the Juneau JAWS system—groundbreaking weather techno...
Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with aviation legend, John Swanson, for a conversation that spans over five decades of flying experience. From piloting the iconic OV-10 to soaring at high altitudes in the U-2, John has seen and done it all. With nearly 21,000 hours of flight time — that's over two years in the sky — his expertise is unmatched. John's impressive career includes flying for Delta Airlines and NetJets, adding layers of experience in both military and civilian aviatio...
Send us a text Hop aboard the mighty A-10 as we sit and reminisce with Captain Joe Blunt about his Air Force training, transition to the airlines, and everything in between. Joe is simply a great guy and awesome pilot who I've had the pleasure to work beside. One of the great aviation minds in the industry! Check out the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITrkvbGZO2g
Send us a text Awesome experience to sit down and chat with Captain Greg Perry and reflect on his over 30 years in the aviation industry. Great stories about leadership, overcoming challenges, and good ol' fashioned flying fun!
Send us a text At an early age Joe was fascinated with all things aviation. As a young boy, he would ride around on his toy airplane eyes pointed skyward. His dreams of becoming a pilot took him from the sun-soaked beaches of Florida as a student pilot, to the breathtaking landscapes of Alaska flying floatplanes. When circumstances led Joe out of the flight deck, he didn't see it as the end of a dream...just the beginning of the new one. Throughout his more than 35 years in the aviation ind...
Send us a text Tom Perkins has seen his share of L.I.V.I.N' With over 3 decades in (and out of) Aviation, he's seen the comings and goings of good times, not so good times, and everything in between. His aviation roots tie to his Grandfather who was a WW2 pilot....and he's also a Nashville singer-songwriter where he pursues his lifelong passion for music. An incredible story teller, musician, aviator and honest to goodness good guy. What a joy to sit down...
Send us a text I first met Brandon Bailey over 20 years ago as a new pilot working on his commercial license. In the years since, he has served the United States in combat operations as a F-15 fighter pilot, is an Airbus Captain and Chief Pilot for American Airlines, and currently flies the F-15 for the California National Guard. In addition to all of his career successes, he is still the amazingly humble and kind person I met decades ago. Check out the Vodcast Here: https://www.youtube.co...
Send us a text An amazing conversation with a generational pilot who witnessed the deregulation of the airline industry , as well as the transitioning to the jet age, and the safety improvements seen in the industry. He shares his experiences flying the Twin Otter through SE Alaska, as well flying the Boeing 727 and MD80. Music licensed by www.epidemicsound.com “The information provided in this video is for entertainment purposes only This is a personal vlog and the opinions expr...
Send us a text Captain Sandberg comes from an aviation family, with both his Father and Grandfather serving in the military. Amazing stories about his family, the Condor Squadron, lessons learned following an engine failure, and so much more. Grateful for Rob sharing his story with TPL! “The information provided in this video 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 ins...
Send us a text Simon's journey to the flight deck is like none other. As a young man, his love for aviation developed after watching both his Father and Uncle serve for the RAF. He completed his private pilot's license in Oklahoma, and was working in Kuwait City, when he was taken hostage at the Iraq border. Interrogated for 7 days, and sentenced to 8 years in Abu Ghraib, his dreams of becoming a pilot never died. Simon's journey from the depths of the darkest prison, to the seat of a ...
Send us a text Sit down with Captain Erika as she tells her aviation story, the adversity she has faced, and her journey to the Captain seat for Delta Airlines. Check out the Vodcast at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASuFwNrhqlg *The views expressed in this podcast are solely the views of the host and the guest and do not reflect any organizations they have worked for in the past or are currently associated with.
Send us a text Captain Perry Solmonson is not only an accomplished aviator and business owner, but has also tackled the 7 summits, the 7 highest peaks on each continent. The flying bug bit him early in life, and his passion for the industry, and mentorship is undeniable. *The views expressed in this podcast are solely the views of the host and the guest and do not reflect any organizations they have worked for in the past or are currently associated with.
Send us a text Captain Larry Packer reflects on his experience as Blue Angel #2 during the 1992 season when the documentary "Around the world at the speed of sound"was filmed. Incredible stories of adventure, sacrifice and camaraderie. Larry's Journey to jointing the Blues! https://youtu.be/osKA3qqcZho?feature=shared Check out the 1994 documentary here: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Angels-Around-World-Special/dp/B07RCKCMYF Check out the 2024 documentary here: https://www.amazon.com/B...
Send us a text What an opportunity to sit down with an aviator who experienced the incredible growth of the aviation industry from the 1960's to the 1990's. Captain Chuck is a true pioneer, joining the airlines in 1961 as a DC-6 Flight Engineer. He obtained his pilot's license and became one of the incredible legends to eventually fly as an Alaska Airlines Captain. There is a lot to learn from a pilot like Captain Spaeth. Professional, dedicated, and always learning. Music licensed t...
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