The Aviator's Guide: Novice to Pilot

Welcome future aviators! Are you living in the United States and ready to research, begin or continue the stupendous adventure that is becoming a pilot? Then you are in the right place. While this is a career-pilot centric podcast, I am here to help you achieve all of your aviation goals, whether you’re 16 or 45, looking for a flight school or starting CFII, or if you want only your private pilot license to fly GA (aka general aviation) in your own aircraft. As a pilot, there is a plethora to learn and many outlets you may use along the way, so allow me to put as much of it in one place that I can. The beginning episodes are focused on the topic of how to get started and getting through flight school, so if you are looking for other information than that, head to some later episodes. If there is any topic you would specifically like covered, send me an email to youraviatorsguide@gma

The Aviator's Guide: Novice to Pilot is a education podcast hosted by Hollie Bellino, with 27 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 81. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Hollie Bellino hosts The Aviator's Guide: Novice to Pilot, a education show with 27 episodes published.

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  Episode #26

  Meet Vietnam Veteran, F/A-18 Pioneer and CEO and President of Mercy Medical Angels: Rear Admiral James "Gib" Godwin III

  Sep 19, 20251h 12mS1

  <p>Join Hollie Bellino on The Aviator’s Guide as she sits down with Rear Admiral James Gib Godwin III — a U.S. Navy veteran with 33 years of service, missions in Vietnam and Desert Storm, and thousands of hours in two of the Navy’s most legendary aircraft: the A-7 Corsair and the F/A-18 Hornet.</p><p>Admiral Godwin shares his incredible journey from fleet pilot and Landing Signal Officer (LSO) to F-18 design contributor and instructor, and now President & CEO of Mercy Medical Angels. Hear first-hand stories of:</p>Flying over 2,000 hours in the A-7 Corsair and 2,000 hours in the...

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  Episode #25

  2025 Update for Career Pilots: Pathway Programs, Hiring Requirements & Types of Flying (Besides Airlines!)

  Jun 6, 202532 minS1

  <p>Thinking about becoming a professional pilot — or already on the path and wondering what’s next? In this 2025 update, we break down the latest changes in pilot hiring, what regional and major airlines are looking for, and the real-world options outside of airline flying that you might not have considered.</p><p>In this episode, you'll learn:</p>✍️ The newest pathway and cadet programs in 2025✅ Current hiring requirements (TT, ATP mins, flight hours, etc.)🚁 Unique flying careers outside the airlines: corporate, medevac, charter, cargo, government flying and more💡 Tips straight from recruiters' mouths from the WAI conferenceDetails about part 91, 135 and your ATP cer...

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  Episode #24

  7 Things You Need To Understand If You Want To Be A Professional Pilot

  Apr 11, 202511 minS1

  <p>Description:</p><p>In this episode, Hollie Bellino reviews some important things you need to be aware of before you decide to jump into the industry of aviation for your career. It’s better to be prepared, and this short episode will help you do just that in getting mentally prepared for your pilot journey!</p><p></p><p>youraviatorsguide@gmail.com </p><p></p><p>Podcast Platforms for Listening to The Episodes:</p><p>https://linktr.ee/TheAviatorsGuide </p><p></p><p>Find The Aviator’s Guide Video Versions: </p><p>https://www.youtube.com/@the_aviatorsguide</p><p><...

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  Episode #23

  CEO & Co-Founder of Plane English on Pilot Training & Aviation's Future

  Mar 21, 20251h 2mS1

  <p>Description:</p><p>In this episode, Hollie Bellino has a worldly conversation with Muharrem Mane, the CEO and Co-Founder of the Plane English ARSim application for iPhone and Android. The main goal of this app is to help pilots learn how to speak correctly on the radios.</p><p></p><p>If you’re a new pilot or will be starting your pilot journey soon, this is a great episode for you to help you prep for your flight training, including some first hand experience from two pilots and talks about the future of aviation.</p><p></p><p>Th...

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  Episode #22

  How To Pick A Flight School: Questions You Need To Be Asking

  Mar 7, 202513 minS1

  <p>In this episode, learn from Hollie Bellino about all the questions you need to be asking flight schools before you decide which one to complete your pilot training! This is a particularly helpful episode for you aspiring pilots out there who would like extra guidance to pick the right flight school for you.</p><p></p><p>Related Videos:</p><p>Private Pilot Certificate with Part 61 & 141 Differences: https://youtu.be/_CTAJbz1OdU?si=O6S-GGJl-ApuQhLg </p><p>Instrument Rating with Part 61 & 141 Differences: https://youtu.be/U0GPfI-kbB8?si=fM09KKD83q6mQFyL</p><p>Flight School Supplies Part 1: https...

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