Ep 29: 1-Year Anniversary, featuring Connor
In this special anniversary episode, hosts John, Scott, and Connor pull back the curtain on recent industry moves—from Spirit’s furlough recalls to Delta’s bold refinery strategy. Discover how major c...
22 Apr 36min
Ep 28: Managing Stress and Emotions During Operational Challenges
In this episode we tackle how airline crew members can manage stress, emotions, and interpersonal challenges during operational delays and adverse weather conditions. It offers practical tips on maint...
25 Mars 33min
EP27: Switch Airlines or Ride It Out?
Stay or Leave? Every airline pilot hits this crossroads: keep the seniority + quality of life you’ve earned… or jump to a new airline for higher pay and long-term upside (and risk going back to commut...
1 Mars 45min
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
