EP26: Elon Musk VS Ryanair - A Surprise Airline Merger plus Southwest Seating Changes
This week’s aviation news roundup: Elon Musk vs Ryanair over Starlink inflight Wi-Fi and the “2% fuel burn” claim, a surprise Allegiant–Sun Country deal ($1.5B) that signals more ULCC consolidation, S...
27 Jan 1h 8min
Ep 25: A Guide to Becoming a Part 91 and Contract Pilot
In the first episode of 2026, we engage in a lively discussion about the aviation industry, focusing on the experiences of Hugh Wade, a seasoned Part 91 pilot with a diverse background in both corpora...
16 Jan 1h 40min
Ep 24: Christmas Special with Connor
In this Christmas Special episode of the Autopilot On Podcast, Scott and Connor discuss various topics in aviation, including recent fatal accident data, the leadership change at Frontier Airlines, an...
24 Dec 202559min
Airlines Are Becoming Banks: Credit Cards, Loyalty, and Profit (w/ Jose) | Ep 23
In this episode, Scott and John welcome Jose. They discuss Jose's journey from flight instructing to flying for major airlines, including the challenges and experiences along the way. The conversation...
19 Dec 20251h 20min
Ep 22: What Would Happen If Pilot Seniority Vanished Overnight?
In this episode of the Autopilot On Podcast, hosts John and Scott discuss their Thanksgiving experiences, including travel challenges and holiday traditions. They delve into recent aviation news, part...
12 Dec 202546min
Ep 21: Spirit Pilot Exodus: Where Are They Going? Connor Is Back!
In this episode, Scott and Connor discuss the current state of the aviation industry, focusing on pilot attrition at Spirit Airlines and the hiring trends across various carriers. They delve into gene...
5 Dec 202554min
Thanksgiving Special
We wanted to put out a quick special episode on Thanksgiving. We are grateful to all our viewers and wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving!Disclaimer: Any opinions and advice given are our own. We do not...
27 Nov 202512min
Ep 20: Spirit Bankruptcy Update
In this episode, Scott and John discuss the latest developments surrounding Spirit Airlines, focusing on their bankruptcy proceedings, pilot concessions, and financial performance. They analyze the im...
21 Nov 202536min
