21.FIVE - Professional Pilots Podcast

Dylan and Max dive into their recent Father's Day cold plunge experience and its benefits for muscle recovery, then talk about recent trips to DC, Aspen, and Havana. They read listener emails about the best luggage for pilots. In the Flight Advice segment, they tackle the challenge of balancing a pilot career with impending fatherhood, offering tips on how to stay present in your kids' lives while working the skies. Episode Outline [00:00:00] - Introduction [00:00:19] - Father's Day Cold Plunge

In this episode, hosts Dylan and Max interview Dr. Chris Broyhill, the creator of the AirComp Calculator, to discuss the current state of pilot compensation in business aviation. Dr. Broyhill shares insights on market trends, noting the ongoing high demand for qualified pilots and the increasing importance of comprehensive benefits packages. The discussion highlights the advantages of business aviation roles, such as better work-life balance, despite competitive airline salaries. Dr. Broyhill also

James Onieal joins us to unpack the rollercoaster of recent airline developments—from unexpected furlough announcements to hiring surges at major carriers like UPS. We explore the emotional and professional impacts of such turbulent times on pilots, emphasizing the critical importance of resilience and strategic career planning.  Show Notes 0:00 Breaking News 6:06 Advice For Pilots Being Furloughed 23:20 Information Without Context 33:38 Furloughed Mindset 42:19 Starting over at age 40? Book a

The guys recap their vacations and Max talks about playing the non-rev game // The latest PJP drama (recorded prior to the release of JC's rebuttal video) // We've both performed go-arounds recently, Dylan and Max both reflect // Mailbag: Clarity Aloft vs. Bose Proflight, More jumpseat headset observations, EVTOL thoughts // Flight Advice: #1 - College student asks for advice on applying for internships. #2 - Should I sign a training contract in a cadet program? Advanced Aircrew Academy's Blog Join