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Squawk Ident - an Aviation Podcast

Squawk Ident - an Aviation Podcast

By Av8rTony

At Squawk Ident we explore the many pathways to an aviation profession, the challenges that a professional aviator can expect in today’s market place, and we share many stories along the way.

Join in on the conversation with your hosts Av8rTony, Captain Roger, Captain Rob, Alex, and Terry.
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Squawk Ident - an Aviation PodcastFeb 29, 2020

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Flight 144 - When the Music Stops

Flight 144 - When the Music Stops

recorded on the 19MAR2024


Welcome aboard Flight 144 of the Squawk Ident podcast - When the Music Stops. On today’s flight Roger and I discuss the media’s myopic lens over the recent rash of United aircraft making headlines. We also discuss the alleged slowdown of airline pilot hiring practices, and we discuss how you can get your hands on Delta Airlines aircraft trading cards.

We are also joined today by a Legacy Airlines 737 captain.  The last time he was on the podcast was on Flight 22 - From Traffic Watch Pilot for AM-720 to Boeing 737 Pilot. That episode first aired on the 01FEB2020, and is where you can hear all about Captain Frenn’s journey in aviation.

On today’s episode Captain Frenn will update us on his journey and he will share his thoughts on the quarterly airlines earnings e-mails, why pilots should pay attention to them, and the industry’s financial future and how it affects the aviation career.

So stick with us as we discuss all this, the 144th episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast.  




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Mar 23, 202402:10:15
Flight 143 - A Good Foundation is Key

Flight 143 - A Good Foundation is Key

Feb 18, 202401:57:42
Flight 142 - Aviation Networking
Jan 16, 202401:25:40
Flight 141 - Say Again
Dec 17, 202301:55:22
Flight 140 - Flying High
Nov 05, 202302:37:54
Flight 139 - Airline Retirement

Flight 139 - Airline Retirement

recorded on 26SEP2023


Welcome aboard Flight 139 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Airline Retirement


On today’s flight, we will be joined by a wide body captain that has recently flown his final flight as a commercial airline pilot. After 38 years of flying the line, he has hung up his Captain’s hat for a final time. He joins us today to explain the retirement process at an airline, how he has handled the transition, and if we are lucky enough, he will tell us about some of the highlights from his illustrious journey in aviation. We also hear from Captain Robs medical emergency diversion, and Alexs new role at “Sand Pipper."

Captain Keith Wolzinger will be joining us today, so stay tuned as we run our final checks and prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 139 of Squawk Ident Podcast is officially under way.


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Sep 28, 202301:50:07
Flight 138 - Professionalism in the Profession
Aug 26, 202302:26:33
Flight 137 - Emotional Intelligence
Aug 10, 202301:45:31
Flight 136 - Cooperate to Graduate
Jul 11, 202302:04:53
Flight 135 - The Gouge

Flight 135 - The Gouge

Recorded on 14JUN2023


Welcome on board Flight 135 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - The Gouge

On today’s flight we catch up with Captain Rob and Terry S. Together, we will discuss Captain Rob’s mainline Upgrade Training experiences, what was expected of him, and how it differed from his upgrade experiences at SandPiper Regional.  From CPTs and IPTs, to PLM and IOC. We hear all about Terry’s Transition Training as he prepares to transition from the B737 to the B75/76 fleet.

Captain Roger sends in some audio feedback from Granada, Captain Keith takes us along with him on a walkabout around London, and we discuss a whole lot more. So let us welcome you aboard flight 135 of the Squawk Ident Podcast.


chapters:

[02:00] Captain Rob and Terry Intros

[26:12] The Gouge

[33:20] The Upgrade Process

[45:43] The Company Manuals

[53:33] Intermission

[55:00] PLM and IOC

[1:07:00] CPT and IPT and Flows

[1:23:00] Transition Training at Trans Global

[1:26:00] Captain Rogers 5-day layover

[1:31:00] Captain Keiths walk-about in London


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Jun 16, 202301:47:45
Flight 134 - The Airline Transition

Flight 134 - The Airline Transition

recorded on the 29MAY2023


Welcome on board Flight 134 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - The Airline Transition


On today’s flight, I am joined by Alex and Terry. Together, we discuss why anyone in their “right mind” would open a cabin door mid-flight (to let in some fresh air maybe). We also listen to some audio feedback, we hear about our first Squawk Ident meet-up, and much more.


Today, we start off the show by with the privilege of having a featured guest on our show. He is a Certified Flight Instructor and former Check Pilot. He’s a former EMB-145 pilot for Sand Piper Airlines, and currently a Boeing 787 Dreamliner pilot for Trans Global. He is also the co-author of “The Airline Transition Manual” and he is here today to discuss his journey in aviation, his new book, and the process in getting published. Today we welcome Andrew Ross to the podcast.


So sit back, relax, and enjoy Flight 134 of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:

AirlineTransition.org

EverythingDisc.com

The Professor and the Mad Man film


chapters:

[11:00] Andrew Ross

[22:00] backwards commuting

[32:00] The Airline Transition Manual

[1:01:00] Aviation Speak

[1:20:00] Aviation Programs

[1:35:00] Asianas Open Door Policy

[1:43:00] Big News!


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May 31, 202302:02:48
Flight 133 - Sick or FIT?

Flight 133 - Sick or FIT?

Recorded on 02MAY2023


Welcome on board Flight 133 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Sick or Fit - Recorded from the mobile Av8r Sound Studios, high a-top the 8th floor of the Sonesta Hotel in beautiful downtown Columbus, OH.


On today’s flight I am excited to be joined by a gaggle of the excellent Squawk Ident co-hosts. Captain Roger, Alex, Terry, Kyle and I discuss the start of the summer travel season, adverse weather, diversion choices, and “Bingo Fuel”. We also discuss a common choice that many airline pilot’s make to move to a cheaper state in an effort to achieve a higher quality of life. From flight training, to sick calls, to equipment changes, we explore our lives out on the flight line.


We also explore a headline that has been everywhere lately, ‘American Airlines Pilots Vote to Strike”. Did you ever wonder what that means? Are pilots refusing to fly the line? Not really. We will discuss this and much more on this episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.


So sit back, relax, and enjoy the rest of the flight.


reference:

American Airlines' Pilots Vote to Strike


chapters:

[19:00] Diversion Story

[40:00] Alex’s Big Move

[1:00:00] Kyle’s DH Trip

[1:14:00] Calling Out Sick

[1:45:00] Roger’s Incomplete Training Event

[1:54:00] Roger Going to an Airline

[2:04:00] aa Pilot’s Vote to Strike

[2:10:00] Pilot Shortage

[2:19:00] It’s a Profession



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May 08, 202302:48:60
Flight 132 - the Syndrome Effect

Flight 132 - the Syndrome Effect

Recorded on 19APR2023

Welcome on board Flight 132 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - the Syndrome Effect

On today’s flight I am grateful to be joined by some excellent co-hosts Captain Rob & Terry . Together, we will discuss our latest flight schedules, we have an audio update that Alex has sent in, and I will share an event that I was able to take part in that involved some very special Make-A-Wish families. 

We also welcome a special guest that I have bribed handsomely to join us today. He is my favorite Acme Airlines captain and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. His airline career has spanned over three decades where he has flown the B727, L1011, MD88/90, and currently he commands the B717. He is an alumni of Georgia Tech, and Auburn University, and a graduate of the Accident Investigation and Flight Safety School at the University of Southern California/Norton Air Force Base. He is an avid vocalist and the host and creator of a wildly popular aviation podcast that will surely give you a syndrome. We welcome Captain Jeff Nielsen to the podcast today.

 

So buckle up, this is going to be epic! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the rest of the podcast.


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Apr 23, 202303:02:55
Flight 131 - The Reluctant Pilot

Flight 131 - The Reluctant Pilot

Mar 31, 202302:26:21
Flight 130 - Flying Fatigued

Flight 130 - Flying Fatigued

recorded on the 23MAR2023

Welcome on board Flight 130 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Flying Fatigued 

On today’s flight, I have the honor of being joined by Squawk Ident co-hosts Roger, Terry and Alex.  Together, we will discuss what causes Pilot Fatigue, we discuss the recent Emergency Safety Summit hosted by the Federal Aviation Agency, and what we have learned from it.  We also look at joy riding around the boroughs of New York in a stollen airline bus.  We explore Delta Airlines and their latest recruitment strategy with their creation of the Propel Flight Academy. We also look at airline corporate tactics being used today that circumvent pilot unions in an effort to sway pilot workgroups into accepting contracts that benefit operators over employees. 


We have a full docket for todays show so buckle up, sit back, relax, and enjoy the rest of the podcast.


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Alex’s intro music - 19th Floor by Bobby Richards

Terry’s intro music - Sheherazade by VDGL 

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Mar 24, 202302:17:31
Flight 129 - It's Still Worth It
Mar 06, 202302:08:40
Flight 128 - Peeling Away the Armor

Flight 128 - Peeling Away the Armor

recorded on the 20FEB2023

Welcome on board Flight 128 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Peeling Away the Armor

On today’s flight Av8rTony has the opportunity to speak with an American Airline Captain whose journey in aviation began when she and her family moved to the U.S. from Hungry in the year 1975. She accomplished an education that thought her to speak a little more than a handful of languages. 

After earning a degree from the Manhattan School of Music as a Flutist, she realized that her passion for aviation was calling her to change directions. From flight instructing, to the U.S. Air Force, the Air National Guard, flying for Airborne Express, and later American Airlines, her over three decades of experiences as a professional aviator has given her the insights she needs to tackle her next aspiration, to win the election for the LAX domicile vice-chair position for her pilot’s union. 

Today, we sit down with Captain Juli Zabos as she shares her aviation journey with us.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy the rest of the podcast


references:



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Feb 24, 202302:00:27
Flight 127 - Going Where the Jet Stream Takes Us
Feb 12, 202302:26:04
Flight 126 - NOTAMs & EKGs

Flight 126 - NOTAMs & EKGs

recorded on 23JAN2023


Welcome on board Flight 126 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - NOTAMs & EKGs 

On today’s flight I am joined by Captain Roger, Rob D, and Alex D. Together we discuss scheduling snafus, Captain upgrades, complacency, old school training, pilot EKG issues and the FAA Aero Medical Division, the reason for the FAA system outage, Pilot Bonuses for SWA pilots, and much more. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the rest of the podcast.


references: 


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Jan 27, 202302:09:23
Flight 125 - Seniority is not Everything, It's the Only Thing

Flight 125 - Seniority is not Everything, It's the Only Thing

recorded on 08JAN2023

Welcome on board Flight 125 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Seniority is not Everything, It's the Only Thing

Today’s episode marks the first Squawk Ident flight of season 5. 

Alex and I recently had the honor in sitting down with a truly remarkable aviator who’s journey in aviation started in the early 1970s. That is when our featured guest’s decorated military veteran father paid the steep cost of $600, for him to achieve his Private Pilot Certificate. With the passion for aviation growing within him, he went on to become an aircraft washer, a line fueler, a Gold Seal flight instructor, a trained dispatcher and 727 flight engineer, a corporate pilot, and an airline pilot as well. From flying Apaches, Turbo Commanders, and Twin Otters to commanding DC-10’s, Super-80’s, 75s/76s, and 737’s, his remarkable journey lead him to build upon an aviation career that has seen many challenges. In 2013, at the age of 65 years young, he retired from American Airlines.

I was honored to be invited into his home, where he and his son, (a 3rd generation pilot currently flying for “Sandpiper Regional”), sat down with me to share his story.  This is an interview from the 8th of January, 2023, with retired American Airlines Captain Greg Daigle and his son Alex.



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Jan 15, 202302:32:40
Flight 124 - Turbulence and Meltdowns

Flight 124 - Turbulence and Meltdowns

Dec 29, 202202:27:07
Flight 123 - Fight, Flight, Win!

Flight 123 - Fight, Flight, Win!

recorded 05DEC2022 

Welcome on board Flight 123 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Fight, Flight, Win!  

On today’s flight Rob D., Captain Roger, and Alex D. join me as we welcome back got the show a gentleman whose amazing journey includes a distinguished career as a Naval Commander where he flew E-2s and ES3As for the U.S. Navy. He had the honor of serving aboard the USS Briscoe, Enterprise, America, Midway, Independence, Theodore Roosevelt, Carl Vinson, and the USS George Washington. (That’s A Lot of Boats!) He is an accomplished Legacy Airlines Airbus Captain, an award winning USA Triathlon Team Member, an SBR Sports Ambassador, F2C Nutrition Ambassador, and a USA Triathlon Certified Coach. 

You might remember him from Flights 50 - Captain Commander & Team USA, Flight 73 - Leadership, Mentorship, and Being Better, and Flight 89 - Remembering 9/11. So what has Captain Elmore been up to since the last time we had him on the show? We find out about the fight of his life, his win, his support team, and how his road back to the flight line has become a success. 

So stick with us, as we cover all this and more on this, the 123rd episode of the Squawk Ident podcast. 

References: 


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Dec 06, 202202:19:24
Flight 122 - The Golden Age of Aviation Bonuses

Flight 122 - The Golden Age of Aviation Bonuses

Recorded on 21NOV2022

Welcome on board Flight 122 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - The Golden Age of Aviation Bonuses

On today’s flight we are joined by an aviator who’s parents exposed him to aviation at the tender age of 5 years old, when he was able to witnesses the awesome display of air power by the U.S. Navy Blue Angles F4 Phantom team. In his teen years he joined the Civil Air Patrol, took high school classes on aviation where he grew his addiction of aviation in the process.

As flight training costs started to skyrocket, his aviation passion was set aside in order to pay the bills within the emerging computer technology market. He later started his own computer software company that took off. Despite his financial success in Tech, his addiction to aviation never subsided. Fast forward to today, his winding journey has lead him to the present day where he flies an Embraer 175 for Sandpiper Airlines (an alias to his employer, an American Flag yielding wholly owned regional airline). We are honored to have as our featured guest today Mr. Mike Airhart.

We will also discuss $100,000 signing bonuses, Botched Drug Tests, B737’s vs Grey Geese, and where in the world is Captain Keith.

So stick with us as we cover all this and more on this, the 122nd episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.


References:

Chapters:

[14:00] Cadet Programs

[26:07] Mike's Journey in Aviation

[1:09:10] Massive Bonuses

[1:37:00] UnitedAviate.com

[1:47:00] Pilot Fired After Botched Drug Test

[2:03:00] Bird Strikes

[2:06:20] EON Experience Fest 2022

[2:18:30] Q&A


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Nov 25, 202202:28:17
Flight 121 - Quiet the Noise

Flight 121 - Quiet the Noise

recorded on 30OCT2022

Welcome aboard Flight 121 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Quiet the Noise


On today’s flight, I am joined by Squawk Ident co-host Alex D. Together, we will discuss Snakes on a Plane, Regionals merging with Mainlines, and Life Saving Advice for Flight Instructors and Student Pilots alike.

We will have these conversations and much more with today’s featured guest. He is a professional airline pilot, a rock star musician, a father of two adorable children. He is going to tell us how loosing a job in his first career field durning an economic downturn allowed him the opportunity to go back to school and choose a career non of his friends even knew he was interested in pursuing. Today, we will hear about Bill M.'s journey in aviation and his thoughts on today’s topics.

So stick with us as we cover all this and more on this, the 121st episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:


chapters:

[09:00] Bill M.'s intro

[28:00] PanAm Flight Academy

[51:30] Second Officers

intermission

[1:23:30] Commuting on a Freight Dawg

[1:33:00] Transition to Mainline

[1:44:05] Snakes on a Plane 2

[1:53:00] Delta/Endeavor MEC agreement

[2:06:10] Distractions 


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Nov 02, 202202:30:59
Flight 120 - The Scram Jet is on Layaway

Flight 120 - The Scram Jet is on Layaway

recorded on 11OCT2022,

Welcome aboard Flight 120 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - The Scram Jet is on Layaway

On today’s flight I am joined by Captain Roger, Rob D., and a special guest host, Captain Rob Cosand. Captain Rob first joined us on Flight 104 - The Speed of Heat. That is when we first heard about his aviation journey, his service to our country, and his families legacy.

On Today’s flight we explore the possibility of hacking into a commercial aircraft’s PA system, the recent changes to minimum rest requirements for cabin crew members, and we ask the question “Who is the FAA acting head Billy Nolan?”.

We also discuss the possibility of nuclear powered aircraft, the new financing options AA has set for student pilots, and the importance in knowing who the key players are in YOUR aviation industry.

We hear from Captain Keith and we highlight the Stand Up 2 Cancer foundation.

All this and more on this, the 120th episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:


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Oct 13, 202202:11:59
Flight 119 - Fumes & Bullet Point

Flight 119 - Fumes & Bullet Point

recorded on 22SEP2022

Welcome aboard Flight 119 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Fumes & Bullet Points

On today’s flight, I am joined by Captain Roger, Alex, and Rob D. Together we will discuss the FAAs recent denial to Republic Airways’ request to be exempted from the minimum ATP flight hour requirements, American Airlines’ plans to close some Flight Attendant bases in California, Rob D’s Fumes in the Cockpit event, Roger’s ovation after the best landing his VIPs ever experienced, and we explore a Milan, Italy layover with Captain Keith.

Jon Gruber sends us audio updates from the STIHL National Championship Air Races and Air Show in the Biggest Little City in the World, Reno, Nevada. We also explore Camron’s feedback and question, “How do I ensure an interview at a Legacy Carrier?

All this and more on this the 119th episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:

FAA Denies Republic Airways...link

Colgan Flight 3407, wiki

AA plans to close FA bases...link

STIHL National Championship Air Races and Air Show


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Sep 26, 202201:59:39
Flight 118 - Jingle Psychology

Flight 118 - Jingle Psychology

recorded on 04SEP2022

Welcome aboard Flight 118 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Jingle Psychology

Recorded from the mobile Av8r Sound Studios 517 on the 5th floor of the Maui Coast Hotel in Kihei, on the island of Maui

On today’s flight, I am joined by Rob D. and Alex. Together we will discuss heavy flight schedules, overweight landings, summer time weather avoidance, recurrent flight training, composite lines, and over worked and tired pilots.

We also discuss how to deal with the stresses of difficult flight schedules and how compartmentalizing is sometimes not enough to stay sane for some people.

We also take a moment to ask all of you, “How will you honor those that lost their lives during the 9/11 attacks?”, 21 years later.

All this and more on this the 118th episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:



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Sep 06, 202202:22:01
Flight 117 - The Leadership Toolbox

Flight 117 - The Leadership Toolbox

recorded on 25AUG 2022

Welcome aboard Flight 117 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - The Leadership Toolbox.

On today’s flight, I am honored to spend some time with a phenomenal aviator, leader, and mentor. He is a retired Major General for the California Air National Guard. That is where he was responsible for the mission readiness and operational effectiveness across a broad spectrum of programs and activities involving five wings and over 4900 military and civilian personnel serving at ten locations within California.

He began his civilian flying career at “Legacy Airlines” in the year 2000, where he currently commands the A320 fleet of aircraft. From his start as a flight engineer on the Boeing 727, to his type ratings on the 757/767, 787, and A320, today, he shares his journey in aviation with us. Joining me from the middle of a flight sequence where we just returned for Suriname, in South America. U.S. Air National Guard Major General (ret) and “Legacy” Airlines Captain Greg Jones joins us today.

We also hear some feedback from a freshly minted CFI, Nick St Croix.

So stay with us as we depart together on Flight 117 of the Squawk Ident Podcast.


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Aug 29, 202201:48:26
Flight 116 - TOMATOAFLAMES

Flight 116 - TOMATOAFLAMES

recorded on 08AUG2022

Welcome aboard Flight 116 of the Squawk Ident Podcast, TOMATOAFLAMES.

On today’s flight Alex D. and I are excited to welcome back to the show a special guest that we first had on the podcast on Flight 52 - Race, Fly, Build, again on Flight 57 - Fabrications & the Magenta Line, and on Flight 93 - Moderate or Greater. That is when we had the privilege to hear all about his journey in aviation, and how he has created the opportunity to build and customize his own Lancair, Legacy aircraft. He has been chronicling his progress on Instagram @Lancair_Legacy. He is a B737 pilot with “Legacy Airlines” based out of Chicago-O'Hare, and he joins us today to update us on his progress with the build and to share with us some of his experiences at the 2022 Air Venture. We sit down with our friend Jon Gruber and we discover how far he has come with "Fuse".

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Aug 20, 202201:29:07
Flight 115 - Under Condition of Anonymity

Flight 115 - Under Condition of Anonymity

recorded on 07AUG2022

Welcome aboard Flight 115 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Under Condition of Anonymity. Recorded from the Mobile Av8r Sound Studios on the 4th floor of the Sheraton Hershey Hotel in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

On today’s flight Alex D. joins me and we catch up with his progress as a newly minted first officer at “Sandpiper Airlines”. We also discuss a few topics that are currently affecting our industry. From cockpit security barriers to the question, “what would cause a person to exit an aircraft while it is still in flight?” Also, how would you handle a heated argument with a fellow cockpit crew member right before a flight? We find out how two Alaska Airlines pilots recently handled that very situation. And “Blackmailed to extend your flight day?” That is what at least one Mesa pilot is claiming.

So stay with us as we run our final checks and prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 115 of Squawk Ident is officially under way.

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Aug 10, 202202:07:43
Flight 114 - Hanging On by the Tail

Flight 114 - Hanging On by the Tail

recorded on the 20JUL2022

Welcome aboard Flight 114 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Hanging On by the Tail

On today’s flight, Captain Roger and Rob D. join me as we discuss some of the advantages and disadvantages of corporate flying vs. airline flying. Alex D. also drops by to fill us in on his progression during his Initial Operating Experience sequence. Captain Roger fills us in on what it is like flying Mach .90 at 47,000 feet in the G650. We discuss some of the differences in flight deck philosophies between Boeing and Airbus designs. And finally, we explore a little history of the 2nd busiest airport in the country, any guesses? Stick around to find out.

So stay with us as we run our final checks and prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 114 of Squawk Ident is officially under way.


references: 

Boom article

2hr synth wave mix - L.A. Sunset by Karl Casey @WhiteBatAudio


chapters:

[02:28] Captain Roger intro

[13:57] Rob D's intro

[27:45] Alex D. on IOE

[45:59] Hanging On by the Tail

[50:20] Dark Cockpit Designs

[1:06:00] Supersonic Pilot Jobs?

[1:14:00] History of LAX


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Jul 21, 202201:38:26
Flight 113 - The Glitch

Flight 113 - The Glitch

recorded on 06JUL2022

Welcome aboard Flight 113 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - The Glitch

On today’s flight, Rob and Alex join Av8rTony as they discuss "Legacy" Airlines' recurrent flight training event that Av8rTony recently went through, some of the new scenarios he experienced in the simulator, and how to settle the nerves most pilots experience leading up to and during training and checking events.

We also re-visit our favorite outlaw, that’s right!, Jet Pack Man is back! Did you fly this holiday weekend? We explore some of the holiday travel issues and what airline pilots are dealing with as news of pilot shortages, pilot contract offers, and mismanagement issues are flooding the headlines. Captain "Sully" steps down as an ICAO Ambassador and, what happens when an engine manufacturer finds imperfections in their latest engine designs? We will find out. We also re-visit aviation security and a recent Twitter video that has gone viral showing a Jordan Aviation charter airline incident involving a security guard pointing his firearm on passengers. So stay with us as we run our final checks and prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 113 of Squawk Ident is officially under way.


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Jul 08, 202202:24:42
Flight 112 - It is Our Honor

Flight 112 - It is Our Honor

recorded on 16JUN2022

Welcome aboard Flight 112 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - It is Our Honor

On today’s flight Av8rTony is joined by Captain Roger, Rob D., & Alex D. Together, we discuss Captain Roger’s recent global flight adventure, we hear about Rob’s fishing adventure in Canada, and Alex D. updates us on his initial ground school progress at Sandpiper Airlines. We also explore the topic that everyone in the airline industry has been talking about, the temporary industry changing pilot pay scale at American Airlines’ wholly owned regional carriers. Av8rTony also shares his recent experience conducting an honor flight that brought one of our fallen soldiers home to rest.  So stay with us as we run our final checks and prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 112 of Squawk Ident is officially under way.


references:


chapters:

[13:43] Roger's International Trip

[33:00] Rob's Expedition

[47:30] Alex's Initial Ground School Progress

[1:18:02] Pay Bump

[2:16:00] RIP "G"


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Jun 19, 202202:33:49
Flight 111 - The Long Haul Rhythm

Flight 111 - The Long Haul Rhythm

recorded 08JUN2022

Welcome aboard Flight 111 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - The Long Haul Rhythm.

On today’s flight, Alex D. and I will discuss his progress at “Sand Piper” Airlines’ initial ground school. We also have more exciting audio feedback from Captain Roger’s corporate flying adventure as he checks in with us from Sicily, Italia!

We are also  joined by a guest who’s journey in aviation is impressive. He is a wide body captain, a podcaster, a professional musician, and a film producer, just to name a few of his titles. His journey in aviation dates back to the 1980s. He holds a Bachelors of Science in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology,  and a Master of Science in Aviation Safety. He is a consultant at EON reality & VP at Renzone - a Digital Media, Analytics, & Higher Education company

He is also the host of the Klezmer Podcast - which highlights Klezmer and Jewish musical artists from around the world. As if that was not enough, in his spare time he captains a 777 at Legacy Airlines (an Alias to our employer, a U.S. mainline carrier.) Captain Keith Wolzinger will be joining us today so

stay with us as we run our final checks and prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 111 of Squawk Ident Podcast is officially under way.


References:

Children of the Magenta Line - video

Klezmer Podcast - Apple Podcasts

EON reality - website

RenZone - website

777 AI - video

South Coast Simcha Band - Spotify


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Jun 11, 202202:30:34
Flight 110 - You Don't Know, What You Don't Know

Flight 110 - You Don't Know, What You Don't Know

recorded on 01JUN2022

On today’s flight Av8rTony is joined by Alex D. to discuss what modern initial ground school for a regional 121 carrier is like and what to expect. We will also discuss best practices and how to successfully navigate the fast paced learning environment in the airline career field. 

We take a look at the preliminary reports on what the black boxes have revealed thus far about the China Eastern crash from March of this year. Captain Roger sent us a video from France as he updates us on his latest 2 week long flight schedule that takes him half way around the world.

All this and more on this episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:


chapters:

[01:38] Introducing Alex D.

[04:38] Top Gun Maverick

[18:45] Captain Roger's Video Checking

[22:10] Tony's Vacation Bust

[31:10] Alex on the Jump Seat

[45:20] Initial Ground School at Sand Piper

[1:22:00] the A.B.C.s Check Airmen

[1:28:02] China Eastern Crash Update

[1:47:05] Alex's next steps



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Jun 04, 202202:01:20
Flight 109 - Pent Up Demand

Flight 109 - Pent Up Demand

recorded on 17May2022 Welcome aboard Flight 109 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Pent Up Demand On today's show, Rob D. and Av8rTony discuss some recent flight sequences that include MELd APUs, reassignments, and hot airplanes. We also explore the possibility that ATP minimums may be lowered to 750 total time and the mandatory retirement age may be raised to 67 years old.  We also share the news that United has agreed to an AIP and what that means to the rest of the labor groups.  Finally, we discover who Scott Kirby is and ask why wingtips keep falling off aircraft.   All this and more on this episode of the Squawk Ident Podcast. references: ATC recording courtesy of LiveATC.net Retirement Age Increase article United and its Pilots sign an AIP article Who Is Scott Kirby Pilots at Risk for Cancer article E175 winglet falls off article  Chapters: [01:10] Tony's trip [18:54] Rob D.’s trip [31:30] Age 67?! [39:10] SWAPA survey [44:54] United AIP [50:25] United Airlines Quick Take [54:10] Who is Scott Kirby [57:10] Flight Crew and the Cancer Risks [1:03:00] CDC and Aircrew Cancer Risks [1:06:00] E175 Winglet Falls Off in Flight Thank You for Listening! Don't forget to Follow, Like, Subscribe, and Share Please visit Av8rtony.com for more show content, audio archives, cover art, Squawk Ident gear, audio feedback, and more. Original music & cover art by Av8rTony and produced at Av8r Sound Studios of Southern California. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & YouTube user just search Squawk Ident Podcast Copyright © Squawk Ident 2022, All Rights Reserved Copyright © Av8r Sound Studios 2022, All Rights Reserved Squawk Ident by Av8rTony is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution - 4.0 International License
May 19, 202201:18:47
Flight 108 - Pushing Past Barriers

Flight 108 - Pushing Past Barriers

recorded 02May2022

Welcome aboard Flight 108 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Pushing Past Barriers

On today’s flight we are joined by Captain Roger & Rob D. Together, we will hear about some BIG news from Captain Roger about his new type rating and the new jet to his growing fleet of corporate aircraft.

We also are very excited to have on the show a Miami based Airbus A320 captain for Legacy Airlines. She takes us along as she shares her journey in aviation with us. From plane spotting with her family at Miami International to overcoming the extreme biases towards women in the industry. She is a Journalism graduate from Miami Dade College, a licensed real estate agent in Palm Beach, Florida, a mother, an airline captain, and she wears different hats every day. We are pleased to welcome to the show our featured guest Captain Adilia Roberts.

All this and more on this very special episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.


Chapters:

[02:20] Captain Roger’s intro

[13:24] Rob D.’s intro

[15:30] Lima Sequence

[25:04] Captain Adilia's intro

[36:30] The Change in Direction

[45:40] Flight Funding

—Intermission—

[51:00] From CFI to Chief Pilot

[1:03:35] What Makes You Special?!

[1:08:10] Less Than 5%

[1:32:50] Q&A


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May 04, 202202:06:30
Flight 107 - The Mask Circus, Pay Scales, & Contracts

Flight 107 - The Mask Circus, Pay Scales, & Contracts

Recorded on 23APR2022

Welcome aboard Flight 107 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - The Mask Circus, Pay Scales, & Contracts.

On today’s flight we catch up with Rob D., Alex D., and me (Av8rTony). Together, we will discuss the changes to the federal mask mandate and how Philadelphia and Los Angeles International Airports, and others have reacted to the ruling. We also discuss Alaska Airlines’ strike authorization efforts, why so many airline pilot groups are picketing, and we discuss pilot pay scales & how to know what to expect if you choose a career in aviation. All this and more on this, the 107th episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.

References:

Chapters:

[01:49] Rob’s intro

[05:00] Alex’s intro

[14:35] No More Masks!

[28:10] Non-Rev to Mexico

[55:00] Alaska's Strike Vote

[1:06:30] Pilot Pay Scales 

[1:22:04] Delta's A321Neo Pay Scale


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Apr 24, 202201:33:08
Flight 106 - Always Round Down

Flight 106 - Always Round Down

recorded on 04APR2022

Welcome aboard Flight 106 of the Squawk Ident Podcast, Always Round Down. From the mobile Av8r Sound Studios, high a top the 18th floor of the Westgate Hotel, in San Diego, CA.

On today’s flight Rob D. and I discuss in-flight medical emergencies, diversions, and POCs. We also take a look at the ATP requirements needed to obtain and retain the coveted certification. Rob and I also take a look at the 95 year history of the worlds largest airline.

So stay with us while we run our final checks, as we prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 106 of the Squawk Ident podcast is officially under way.


references:

chapters:

[02:15] Rob's Intro

[15:34] Medical Diversions 

[31:50] Beware of Biases 

[52:00] FAR 117 Rent Rules of FAs 

[55:00] Pilot Jailed for Lying About Flight Times 

[1:04:45] ATP Certification

[1:08:05] Rob's Medical Emergency

[1:13:00] a 95 Year History of American Airlines 

Music Credits:

  • Cinematic Drone Documentary by Infraction (no copyright) - Flight
  • Inspirational Cinematic Pack by Infraction (no copyright) - Discovery
  • Inspiration Epic Drone by Infraction (no copyright) - Landscape
  • Cinematic Background Epic by Infraction (no copyright) - The Journey


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Apr 06, 202201:37:53
Flight 105 - Hard Landings

Flight 105 - Hard Landings

recorded on 21MAR2022

Welcome aboard Flight 105 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Hard Landings, recorded from the mobile Av8r Sound Studios, high a top the 7th floor of the Sheraton Gateway Hotel, in San Diego, CA.

On today’s flight Rob D. and I discuss late night meals and how to manage bad eating habits when you are at the mercy of difficult flight schedules while on the flight line. We will also talk about Hard Landings, Overweight Landings, and Heavy Landings as well. Last week, I had pilots occupying all of the available flight deck jump-seats going and coming into and from Nashville, Tennessee. We will discuss the 33rd annual Women in Aviation conference that took place March 17th through the 19th this month and what WAI offers aspiring aviators. We also have the chance to hear an audio update from Alex D. on his progress in his “SandPiper” training.

So stay with us while we run our final checks, as we prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 105 of the Squawk Ident podcast is officially under way.


references:


chapters:

[03:15] Rob's Intro

[15:00] Peeping Toms 

[17:45] Eating Habits on the Line

[42:05] Hard Landings

[57:00] Aiming Points

[1:01:33] Hard Landings

[1:09:00] Overweight Landings

[1:20:00] WAI.org 2022

[1:28:30] Alex D. Audio Feedback


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WAI segment music: "Flight to Tunisia" by Causmic (royalty free music), "Mamas" (royalty free music) 

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Mar 23, 202201:42:31
Flight 104 - The Speed of Heat

Flight 104 - The Speed of Heat

recorded on 01MAR2022

Welcome aboard Flight 104 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - the Speed of Heat. Recorded from the mobile Av8r Sound Studios at the Maui Coast Hotel, in Kihei, on the island of Maui.

On today’s flight Captain Roger and I sit down with an aviator that has agreed to share his remarkable journey in aviation with us. He started out on an aviation path at birth, born into an aviation family of historic proportions. A discovery flight at the age of 13 quickly cemented his resolve to earn his wings. After attending the University of Oklahoma he joined the U.S. Air Force where he flew KC-135s. He later followed in his mother's footsteps when he joined the ranks at "Legacy Airlines", where he has earned type ratings in the 75/76 and Airbus family of aircraft. Today we sit down with Captain Rob Cosand.

So stay with us while we run our final checks, as we prepare to push back from the gate, Flight 104 of the Squawk Ident podcast is officially under way.


chapters:

[01:35] Rob's Intro

[05:45] Captain Rob's intro

[11:17] Well Traveled Youth

[23:59] Thug Life for Mom

[28:00] Aviation at UoO

[31:17] intermission

[43:05] Q&A


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Mar 07, 202254:41
Flight 103 - Dents & CPTs

Flight 103 - Dents & CPTs

Recorded on 24FEB2022

Welcome aboard Flight 103 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Dents and CPTs.

On today’s flight we discuss the recent events onboard an American Airlines flight that caused the Captain to make the decision to divert the aircraft after an onboard disturbance turned into security threat. 

I am also joined on the flight deck today by a returning guest, Mr. Alex Daigle. He is here to discuss his successful completion of a seven day ATP CTP program out of Flight Safety in the Dallas/ Fort Worth area. From high altitude stalls to FOQA events, we cover his latest training experience. So stay with us while we run our final checks as we prepare to depart on Flight 103 of the Squawk Ident podcast.


[04:10] AAL1775 

[10:00] Alex Daigle introduction

[12:37] High Altitude Stalls

[22:00] Checklists and AMLs

[30:10] the Birth of the Regional

[41:17] intermission

[43:40] Captain Bulb Thief 

[56:10] Airbus Flying Made Easy

[1:03:10] ASAPs and FOQAs

[1:17:30] On the Hook

[1:30:00] Breaking Knee Caps

[1:55:45] ATP Written


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Feb 28, 202202:09:52
Flight 102 - Interviews & ATP CTPs

Flight 102 - Interviews & ATP CTPs

recorded on 09FEB2022


Welcome aboard Flight 102 of the Squawk Ident Podcast, Interviews & ATP CTPs. 

On today’s flight Captain Roger and I are joined by Alex Daigle to discuss his journey, his exciting transition to his first 121 carrier, and the ATP CTP course he is preparing to complete. You might remember Alex from Flight 98 - 5G and Discovery Flights, where he exercised extreme patience with my GA flying skills. 

We also discuss the recent news that two U.S. ultra-low cost airlines have announced a merger. What that potentially means for job opportunities in the future, and how the potential 5th largest airline in the U.S. will likely influence the market and the profession.

We look forward to having you join us as we prepare to depart on Flight 102 of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:


chapters:

[01:50] Captain Roger intro

[03:30] Alex Daigle intro

[22:50] Scary Moments

[41:35] intermission

[42:40] The Reach Out

[1:00:01] Good and Bad Interviews

[1:05:10] Date of Hire

[1:30:05] the Bomber Jacket

[1:50:01] The Merger


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Feb 11, 202202:13:02
Flight 101 - Off Schedule Operations

Flight 101 - Off Schedule Operations

recorded on 03FEB2022

Welcome aboard Flight 101 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Off Schedule Operations

On today’s flight Rob D, Kyle J. and I discuss the off schedule operations we each find ourselves in during winter storm Landon. We discuss booking our own hotels, RTGs, checklist usage, uncomfortable crew members, future aircraft orders, the potential for age 65 changes, and informational picketing.

We look forward to having you join us today as we prepare to depart on Flight 101 of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:


chapters:

[02:02] Kyle J. intro

[04:21] Rob D. intro

[05:45] Wx, RTGs, and Outside Factors

[36:00] Book Yourself a Room and Transportation

[40:46] intermission

[42:05] Future Aircraft Orders

[54:20] Checklist Usage

[1:26:00] Age 65 extensions?



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Feb 05, 202201:37:18
Flight 100! Aviate, Navigate, Communicate

Flight 100! Aviate, Navigate, Communicate

recorded on 25JAN2022

Welcome aboard Flight 100! of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Aviate, Navigate, Communicate.

On today’s flight Rob D. and I discuss windshear on final, heavy cross winds, high altitude go-arounds, and the 5G affect on 121 operation. We also take a very special look back to some of our favorite moments of the past 100 episodes of Squawk Ident. So stay with us as we embark on our journey of the 100th Flight of the Squawk Ident podcast.

references:

chapters:

[01:30] Zara Rutherford

[05:00] Rob D. and Omicron

[23:30] Wind Shear!

[44:00] Alternate Routing

[50:45] 5G Compliance 

[55:16] AD 2021-23-12 AMOC

[1:12:00] Flight 1 clip

[1:19:06] Flight 8 - Captain Roger clip

[1:33:41] Flight 19 - 9G club clip

[1:41:00] Flight 54 - Good Job Son clip

[1:54:12] Flight 59 - Puppet clip

[2:00:00] Flight 61 - HIMS clip

[2:13:00] Flight 73 - Leadership clip

[2:22:00] Flight 86 - Rapid Depressurization clip


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Jan 29, 202202:42:21
Flight 99 - Buckle-Up, Buttercup

Flight 99 - Buckle-Up, Buttercup

Recorded on 07JAN2022


Welcome aboard Flight 99 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Buckle-Up, Buttercup.

On today’s flight Captain Roger, Rob D. and I discuss flying during this season’s holidays. We discuss the dangers of riding in hotel vans, a we uncover a real life “Catch Me If You Can” incident. We also explore United’s Pilot Developement program at Pheonix’s Goodyear Airport.

We explain de-icing, the HOT App., what the triangle logo indicates in the cabin, and taking off from a closed airport (with ATC clearance of-course). We also have an update on the progress of 19 year old Belgium pilot Zara Rutherford and her attempt to be the youngest woman to fly solo around the world.

So stay with us as the Flight 99 of the Squawk Ident podcast is underway.


references:

chapters:

[7:50] Season 4 of Squawk Ident

[12:30] Fatiguing Winter Operations

[23:20] Reaching Out to Old Friends

[30:08] Buckle Up!

[36:34] Catch Me If you Can, in Real Life!

[44:56] intermission

[45:20] United's Aviate Academy

[56:30] HOT App.

[1:00:05] @Fly.Zolo


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Jan 09, 202201:21:49
Flight 98 - 5G and Discovery Flights

Flight 98 - 5G and Discovery Flights

recorded on 20DEC2021

Welcome aboard Flight 98 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - 5G and Discovery Flights. 

On today’s flight Captain Roger and I discuss Mx delays and Legacy Airline's Recovery Obligations, C-Band and 5G interference, Captain Sullenberger’s confirmation as the U.S. ICAO Representative, Bio-Aviation Fuel, and the Flight Training Bill elimination. We also listen in on a Discovery Flight on-board a Cessna-172 with Riverside Flight Academy CFI, Alex Daigle.


Join us as we depart on this journey together, here on the 98th episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.

references:

chapters:

[07:00] BOS Lobstá

[10:45] MX Delays

[23:40] 5G and Cat III

[36:15] Sully!

[40:20] Bio Fuels

[44:20] Flight Training Bill

intermission

[46:30] Discovery Flight with CFI Alex Daigle



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Dec 24, 202101:57:31
Flight 97 - Throwing Smoke

Flight 97 - Throwing Smoke

recorded on 06DEC2021

Welcome aboard Flight 97 of the Squawk Ident Podcast - Throwing Smoke.

On today’s flight Rob D. and I have the honor in speaking with a captain who’s journey in aviation is filled with opportunity, courage, and determination. We first introduced him on Flight 89 - Remembering 9/11, where he shared his experiences on that unforgettable day that changed the course of history. He is a veteran of the United States Air Force with 28 years of service as an instructor/evaluator/and safety officer on the KC-135. He also has amassed more than 30 years on the flight line at “Legacy” Airlines both as a flight engineer on the B727 & B747, and as a pilot on the F-100, B757/767, the DC-9, and currently the A320 family of aircraft. Captain Pete Lindner, joins us today to share his amazing journey.

Now that our preflight is complete, let's get ready to push off the gate, and start those virtual podcast engines, Flight 97 of the Squawk Ident podcast is officially underway.


references: 

chapters:

[04:35] introducing Captain Lindner

[14:40] $20/hr flight instruction

[21:40] T-38s to KC-135s

[37:20] Rob's F-111s

[43:50] the Walk of Shame

[57:40] the Civilian Transition

[1:01:35] Brown Box Air Cargo

[1:14:40] Boeing vs. Airbus

[1:25:45] Side Saddle on the 74

[1:30:30] Quiet on the Set!


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Dec 12, 202101:39:11
Flight 96 - High, Hot, & Heavy

Flight 96 - High, Hot, & Heavy

Recorded on 01DEC2021

Welcome aboard Flight 96 of the Squawk Ident Podcast, High, Hot, & Heavy. On today’s flight Rob D. and I discuss removing passengers from a flight, unstable approaches, Special Qualifications Airports, the films Airplane! (1980) & Zero Hour (1957). We discuss mountainous terrain airports and we take a look back at the year 1953 and American Airlines’ launch of DC-7 on the New York to Los Angeles route. All this and more on this, the 96th episode of the Squawk Ident podcast.

references:

KPSP on AirNav.com

Airplane! (1980)

Zero Hour (1957)

Big Bear Airport L35

Introducing the DC-7

Idlewild Airport


chapters:

[02:44] Rob's Intro

[19:22] Tony's unstable approach

[33:00] TOGA

[51:20] Airplane! (1980)

[54:31] Zero Hour (1957)

[1:00:57] BigBear Airport L35

[1:09:36] AA launches the DC-7 

[1:11:31] Idlewild Airport


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  • Maestro Tlakaelel - by Jesse Gallagher
  • Traversing - by Godmode
  • 19th Floor - by Bobby Richards
  • Dreaming Blue - by Sextile
  • Flight To Tunisia - by Causmic
  • Jumpin Boogie Woogie - by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.


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Dec 05, 202101:22:30
Flight 95 - Correcting Nicely

Flight 95 - Correcting Nicely

recorded on 25NOV2021

Welcome aboard Flight 95 of the Squawk Ident podcast - Correcting Nicely. On today’s flight I have the honor in speaking with an aviator that is starting his transition to retirement in the airline industry. He is a retired USAF Lt. Colonel with flight experience in T38s, B52s, and the B1b. His airline career started in 1999 flying B737s, and currently he finds himself on the A320 family of aircraft at “Legacy Airlines”. Captain David Ortiz joins us to discuss his journey in aviation, his transition towards retirement, and he shares a few fantastic stories along the way.

All this and more onboard Flight 95 of the Squawk Ident podcast.


references:

  • American Airlines GSW Training Department has launched a "Kid's Bike for Christmas" Drive 

IF YOU LIVE LOCAL AND WANT TO DELIVER DIRECTLY:

Bikes can be dropped off at the Flight Academy. Text Lori Cline at 336-337-3157 or Denise Parker 817-657-1035 or Kriste Ruhland 817-455-9071 with your ETA and they will assist you.

IF YOU’RE NOT LOCAL BUT STILL WANT TO PARTICIPATE:

(Options 1)

* Send a check made out to Kriste Ruhland with Bike Drive in the Memo field. We will either purchase a bike or use the money buy bike helmets and locks.

(Option 2)

* You can order bikes directly from Amazon or elsewhere online and have them shipped to Denise Parker

Use the address below for either option:

American Airlines Flight Academy

Attn: Denise Parker or Kriste Ruhland (as appropriate)

4601 Highway 360, MD 863

Ft Worth, TX 76155

All bikes will be delivered to 3 charities on December 18th, 2021. Help us make the holidays a little brighter for the DFW kids who could never dream of getting a bike for Christmas!

Anyone can participate! Now, let’s inundate the Academy with bicycles! THANK YOU! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.

  • visit SemperFiFund.org today


chapters:

[02:07] Kid's Bikes for Christmas Fund

[04:28] introduction to Captain David Ortiz

[07:55] ReAssignments

[12:55] Dave's Journey Begins

[20:46] Operation Close Up

[25:26] the USAF Academy Experience

[33:10] Commissioned Officer

[40:00] the B1b Lancer & Red Flag Operation

[49:22] intermission

[49:30] from Flight Deck to Langley AFB

[57:00] the Transition to Civilian Pilot Jobs

[1:11:52] Jets-4-Jobs

[1:19:00] Q + A with the Captain

[1:27:30] I'm Done For


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Nov 29, 202101:53:47