Episode 210: The Pilot Network Helps Pilots Thrive. Elevating Aviation Careers Through the Power of Networking.
Ready 4 Pushback
Nik Fialka
4.8 • 716 Ratings
🗓️ 13 January 2025
⏱️ 49 minutes
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Summary
SUMMARY
How can a simple idea transform the aviation industry? In this episode, Adam Uhan, founder of The Pilot Network (TPN), www.thepilotnetwork.com, shares how his journey to find answers about airline hiring sparked a platform that helps pilots succeed. From its humble beginnings to hosting impactful TPNX conferences with major airlines, Adam reveals how TPN empowers pilots through networking, education, and preparation. Then, learn about the upcoming TPNX conference in Minneapolis, which will include a special memorial fund to honor the legacy of aviation legend Jason Depew. Known for his passion for advancing aviation knowledge, Jason authored Pilot Math Treasure Bath, a must-read for pilots aiming to achieve financial stability for themselves and their families.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE The story behind TPN: why Adam Uhan started it and how it has evolved into a trusted resource for pilots. How networking is crucial for career success in aviation and how TPN connects pilots with top companies. The challenges and successes of TPNX conferences, from small beginnings to partnerships with industry giants. Insights into TPN’s collaboration with Spitfire Aviation to further support pilot career development. Details about the next TPNX conference in Minneapolis (April 16-17) and what attendees can expect. Honoring the legacy of Jason Depew, a legend in aviation education, and the impact of his book, Pilot Math Treasure Bath, on financial literacy for pilots.
QUOTES "The what's next dilemma, it's always what's next, you're going to do that after you have a cup of coffee in the morning... even if you have a great plan you are going to ask yourself what's next." 11:26 "How can we reach the most people and benefit them." 12:30 "Spitfire.. this is not the standard interview prep consultation firm, there is more here." 34:16 On interview prep "If you wing it, and you don't get to where you want to be you are going to look back and wonder... and by the way you will lose 6 months of seniority... would it have been different?" 35:38 "I'm trying to find the open your apperature, the new jobs that are out there that people aren't thinking about." 44:52 "Bring that squadron bar mentality from the military out to everybody." 47:14
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Transcript
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| 0:00.0 | Hey, pilot, welcome to another fantastic interview episode of Ready for Pushback. It's Monday. You're here with me. I have a great guest. His name is Adam Yuhon, and Adam is the founder of the Pilot Network. You may know the Pilot Network podcast. You may know the convention calledn x and um lots of other things that adam does |
| 0:25.1 | in the world of aviation and this uh conversation just is is fantastic it's a conversation about |
| 0:32.5 | all the things that where tpn came from where they're going, what they do, why it's important |
| 0:39.1 | for you to be part of the network and to be involved in mentorship and just how good this |
| 0:47.2 | aviation community is. Adam's one of my favorite people. I know you're going to enjoy this |
| 0:52.2 | conversation. We have been trying to |
| 0:54.4 | record this for half the year almost. It has been a lot of work just trying to coordinate our |
| 1:01.7 | schedules because I want to make sure I gave him enough time because of all the things he says |
| 1:07.1 | are so impactful and so important. So I think you're going to like it. I'm excited for you |
| 1:12.9 | and here we go. Sit back, relax. Let's get ready for pushback. Most pilots don't understand |
| 1:20.6 | what career opportunities are available in the world of aviation. They're making career decisions |
| 1:26.7 | based on advice from friends or posts on internet forums, |
| 1:30.3 | meaning they are taking huge risks with their livelihood without having all the details. |
| 1:35.3 | This podcast was created to help you understand the aviation industry so you can find your dream job. |
| 1:42.3 | Let's get ready for pushback. |
| 1:45.0 | Here's your host and my dad, Nick Fialca. |
| 1:50.4 | All right, Adam, Yohan, the pilot network. |
| 1:53.5 | Dude, what is up? |
| 1:54.6 | Hi, Nick. |
| 1:55.4 | This has been, what, how many? |
| 1:57.6 | How long in the making? |
| 1:58.7 | I think, like, more than a year we've been trying to talk to each other |
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