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Aero Exploration

Flying Midwest Media

The AeroExploration Podcast explores aviation’s past and the paths people are taking in the industry today. Join host Jim Schilling for stories of historic flights, modern aviation careers, and the passion that keeps us looking to the skies. Aviation has a past worth remembering, destinations worth exploring, and people worth meeting. This is AeroExploration.

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Episode 34: Financing Your Flight Training: Managing...

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2024/09/11

Episode Title: Financing Your Flight Training: Managing Costs and Avoiding Financial Pitfalls Episode Description: In this solo episode of Fly the Transition, Jim addresses the fear of financial instability and the significant costs associated with flight training and a midlife career change into aviation. Learn practical strategies for budgeting, saving, and financing your aviation journey while managing the psychological impact of financial uncertainty. Key Topics Covered: Understanding the

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00:43:49

Episode 33- From Welding to the Cockpit: Nick...

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2024/09/08

Episode Title: Description:In this episode of Fly the Transition, we sit down with Nick Antilla, a first officer at a major airline, who shares his inspiring journey from metal fabrication and welding to the cockpit. After losing his job during the Covid cutbacks, Nick transitioned into aviation, overcoming misinformation and learning the importance of communication with his partner. Tune in to hear how every flight has been a learning opportunity for Nick and his advice for others looking to make

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00:18:10

Episode 32: Balancing Flight Training with Life:...

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2024/09/04

Episode Title: Balancing Flight Training with Life: Strategies for Success Episode Description: In this episode of Fly the Transition, Jim tackles the challenge of balancing flight training with work, family, and other responsibilities, especially for those making a midlife career change into aviation. Jim shares personal strategies and practical tips to help you find that elusive balance, ensuring that your aviation dreams don’t get lost in the shuffle of everyday life. Key Topics Covered: Time

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00:17:12

Episode 31: Navigating Career Change Challenges in...

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2024/08/28

Episode Title:Navigating Career Change Challenges in AviationEpisode Description:In this special solo episode of Fly the Transition, Jim introduces the concept of solo episodes, where he dives deep into the unique challenges and opportunities of pursuing a midlife career in aviation. Jim shares his personal journey, including his 10 years as a private pilot, his current pursuit of a CFI rating, and the impact of a medical condition that limits his flying career. Drawing on 24 years of experience as

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00:43:25

From Paramedic to Aircraft Mechanic and Instructor

Aero Exploration ·

2024/08/26

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Fly the Transition"! On this episode, we talk about another area of aviation that is facing a shortage in workers, aviation maintenance. We will talk with Steven, a former scuba instructor and paramedic who now teaches A&P courses in florida. We talk about his career path, his love of aviation, and how to get on the aviation maintenance career path. www.faa.gov/mechanics/become Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to

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00:48:26

Transitioning from Police Instructor to Flight...

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2024/08/10

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Fly the Transition"!On this episode, I am welcome Tyler Smith, former police officer turned CFI. Tyler had early dreams of aviation, but the finances of college and training put that dream out of reach. He would become a police officer, training officer, and SWAT Operator with his department. His exposure to a nearby airport reignited his passion. He would work in Airport Operations while working on his ratings, and ultimately became a flight

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01:04:38

Taking Off into Aviation Media - With Dan Millican

Aero Exploration ·

2024/08/01

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Fly the Transition"!On this episode, I am so excited to welcome Dan Millican of the YouTube channel Taking Off. Dan made his career in television, film, and corporate media production. At the rise of the age of drone systems, Dan was able to incorporate his interest in aviation into his job. Dan began to chase a number of pilot certificates, to include his CFI/CFII, and bought into a Cessna 210 named "Lola." As a way to learn YouTube for a client, he began

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01:08:54

Enlisted Aircrew to Major Carrier Pilot: With Seth...

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2024/07/14

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Fly the Transition"!On this episode, I am thrilled to welcome my good friend Seth Bunker, a First Officer with a major US Carrier. Seth got his start in aviation as an enlisted aircrew member in the United States Air Force. He served as a boom operator and a flight engineer. He leveraged his flight engineer hours and experience to work his way into a regional carrier, and ultimately making the move to a major airlines. Don't miss this engaging

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00:56:12

From Silicon Valley to High Flying CFI - With Richard...

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2024/07/01

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Fly the Transition"!In this episode, we are joined by AZ CFI Richard Donaldson. Richard spent over 25 years working in Silicon Valley Tech, building start ups, working in supply chain, and more. As tech took a turn and the world faced a global pandemic, Richard moved to one of the hotbeds of aviation training, Arizona. A discovery flight got Richard hooked and he took the leap into aviation at 53. Today, Richard has helped build a flight school in

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00:48:14

Agricultural Innovation: How Drones Fulfilled One...

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2024/06/10

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Fly the Transition"!In this episode, we are joined by Cory Palm, an innovative agricultural drone spray pilot. Cory originally dreamed of becoming a crop duster pilot but instead pursued a career path in agriculture as an agronomist as well as work as a paramedic. After working as a medic and facing long hours, low pay, and disruptions to his family schedule, Cory sought a new direction. Attending seminars on drones in agriculture reignited a

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01:04:28

Ministry, Real Estate, and Aviation: A Triad of...

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2024/06/01

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Fly the Transition"! In this episode, we're joined by Jason Reynolds, a multi-faceted individual who has traversed careers in real estate, ministry, and aviation. Jason shares his unique journey, from answering a calling of faith and building a congregation to discovering a new passion in aviation as he transitioned from ministry to a fresh career path. He shares how a chat with a friend over coffee, led to a passion for flight. Jason also dives

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01:00:11

From Tech Consulting to the Cockpit: Escaping the...

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2024/05/19

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Fly the Transition!We are joined by Aaron, a pilot with one of the major airlines. He talks to us about early dreams of aviation that were curbed by the events of 9/11, a successful tech consulting career, and breaking the golden handcuffs to chase his dreams of flying. Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by

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00:52:44

Crafting Content, Crafting Pilots: Trent Dyrsmid's...

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2024/04/29

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Fly the Transition!We're back for another new episode of Fly the Transition I'm so excited to welcome Trent Dyrsmid of the YouTube channel Fly with Trent. We talk about his success with his content creation, his work as a CFI, and his journey to a career in commercial aviation. Fly with Trent: https://flywithtrent.com/ Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our discord

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01:00:12

From Maintenance to Mentoring: A Veteran's Journey...

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2024/03/30

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Fly the Transition!After a couple of weeks off, Fly the Transition is back with a new episode. This time around we talk with Legacy Airline Pilot and aviation mentor Kenny Thomas. Kenny grew up in the Bronx with limited access to aviation. After a stint as an Air Force Maintainer, Kenny went back to college, earned his commission and became an Air Force Navigator. He would eventually make his way to flying with a major airlines. Hear his story right

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01:05:22

The Flight of Numbers: A Mathematician's Journey to...

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2024/03/10

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Fly the Transition!On this week's episode, I talk with Jared, math whiz turned regional pilot. He will tell us about working on building a plane in high school, his careers with numbers, teaching, and eventually landing a job in aviation at a regional airlines. Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by email or

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00:56:56

Let's Talk Medical Certificates - With Dr. Keith Roxo...

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2024/03/04

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Fly the Transition! On this week's episode, we sit down with Dr. Keith Roxo, Operations Director with WIngman Med. We discuss the ever important medical certificates, dispel some myths, and what you should know before you go. Wingman Med : www.wingmanmed.com Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by email or

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00:13:40

Bonus Content: Fields of Valor to Fields of Green: A...

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2024/03/01

I had a little bit of content from the cutting room floor from our last episode that I thought I would share. Join me for a little more of my conversation with Herve!On this week's episode, we sit down with Ag-Pilot Herve. He tells us about his time and service in the United States Marine Corps, and his unique journey into the world of aerial application and flying in the agriculture industry. Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation,

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01:01:18

Fields of Valor to Fields of Green: A Marine...

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2024/02/26

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Fly the Transition!On this week's episode, we sit down with Ag-Pilot Herve. He tells us about his time and service in the United States Marine Corps, and his unique journey into the world of aerial application and flying in the agriculture industry. Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by email or social media

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00:50:56

Blue Line to Flight Line: Policing, Tech, and the...

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2024/02/19

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Fly the Transition! This time, I welcome aviation podcaster and flight school owner Bobby Doss. Bobby is one of the hosts of the Behind the Prop Podcast. bobby will share his journey of early career exploration. He talks about his time as a police dispatcher and police officer, his move to the tech industry, and chasing his dreams into aviation in his 40's. Behind the Prop: https://www.behindtheprop.com/ Call-to-Action: If you liked this episode,

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00:49:08

Fueling Dreams: Navigating a Mid-Career Change from...

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2024/02/11

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Fly the Transition! This time, we're embarking on an inspiring journey with Nutrition Specialist Leila, currently navigating her own career transformation. From a childhood fear of flying to being inspired by her private pilot father. Leila's path to professional aviation was set in motion after a car accident kept her out of the air during her training. The longing for the skies solidified her resolve to make it in aviation! Join us as we delve

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