Ep107: United, Delta, Skywest & More: Western Michigan University's Aviation Program

Ready 4 Pushback

Nik Fialka

Careers, Aviation, Leisure, Business

4.8 • 716 Ratings

🗓️ 22 January 2024

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Summary

Are you considering a career in aviation? Then tune in to this episode with Tom Thinnes, the Director of Recruitment, Marketing, and Outreach at Western Michigan University. Stay tuned as we provide insights to help you make informed decisions regarding your aviation degree and propel your career to new heights!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

Reasons to consider the aviation program at Western Michigan University
What students can expect from Western Michigan University’s aviation program
The reality of flight instructors in today’s aviation industry
Significance of earning an aviation degree for pilots
How to get in WMU’s aviation program as an international student
Is there really a demand for flight instructors today?

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED

ABOUT TOM THINNES

Tom is the recruitment, marketing, and outreach manager at Western Michigan University College of Aviation. Western Michigan University is redefining success as it expands what it means to be competent in an ever-changing world. They prepare students from around the globe for a life well lived by helping them to pursue, thrive, and prosper so that they can make a meaningful impact on society.

CONNECT WITH TOM

Website: Western Michigan University
LinkedIn: Tom Thinnes | Western Michigan University
Instagram: @westernmichu

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Transcript

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0:00.0	We are a Delta Propel School. We're a United Aviate School. We're a SkyWest Elite program.
0:07.0	I had 60 companies participate in our Outlook Day.
0:11.0	Most pilots don't understand what career opportunities are available in the world of aviation.
0:17.0	They're making career decisions based on advice from friends or posts on internet forums, meaning they are taking huge risks with their livelihood without having all the details.
0:28.1	This podcast was created to help you understand the aviation industry so you can find your dream job.
0:35.1	Let's get ready for pushback.
0:37.2	Here's your host and my dad, Nick Fialca.
0:41.0	Hey, pilot. Welcome to another amazingly fun interview episode at Ready for Pushback. My name's
0:49.3	Nick Fialca and I am here with you. We are talking about Western Michigan University. We're talking
0:55.4	flight schools today. And Western Michigan University is a Part 141 school. They are located
1:01.9	guess where? Western Michigan. Yep, you got it. And they support all the major conferences.
1:08.5	They support women in aviation, OBAP and GPA, you name it. Their booths are
1:13.3	there. And I love that they have that giving spirit. And they are always looking to spread the word
1:19.6	about their school. And I think it's awesome. Tom was really, really gracious and generous to sit down
1:26.9	and discuss the school. So if you are a person
1:30.1	who is considering going into aviation, maybe you're a rotary wing person and you're going to
1:36.7	try to get into the fixed wing world, or maybe you're listening to this show and you know
1:42.4	somebody who's really interested in aviation,
1:45.3	share this episode with them.
1:47.3	Great opportunity to learn about the school, to learn about the culture and how they fly and
1:51.8	what they do and what you're going to expect.
1:53.7	It's a really fun, fun conversation.
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