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@gmail.com.
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In this Instrument Training Series episode, Hollie Bellino reveals all the necessary study materials you need for your instrument rating, and guess what? Most of them are completely FREE! She, also, includes a few federal aviation regulations you need to note for your instrument checkride day.
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Meet Vietnam Veteran, F/A-18 Pioneer and CEO and President of Mercy Medical Angels: Rear Admiral James "Gib" Godwin III
Season 1 · Episode 26
Friday, September 19, 2025 • Duration 01:12:15
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.
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:
Flying over 2,000 hours in the A-7 Corsair and 2,000 hours in the F/A-18 Hornet
34 combat missions during Desert Storm
Helping design and instruct in the F-18 program
Serving as an LSO and mentoring the next generation of naval aviators
His current mission with Mercy Medical Angels, providing life-saving medical transportation to those in need
This is an inspiring conversation for pilots, veterans, and anyone fascinated by naval aviation history.
2025 Update for Career Pilots: Pathway Programs, Hiring Requirements & Types of Flying (Besides Airlines!)
Season 1 · Episode 25
Friday, June 6, 2025 • Duration 32:13
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.
In this episode, you'll learn:
✍️ 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 conference
Details about part 91, 135 and your ATP certificate
Whether you're just starting your training, in the right seat of a regional jet, or looking to pivot your flying career, this episode will give you clear, updated insights to help you make informed decisions.
🎧 Subscribe and follow for more pilot career guidance, interviews with aviation pros, and honest talk about life in the skies.
7 Things You Need To Understand If You Want To Be A Professional Pilot
Season 1 · Episode 24
Friday, April 11, 2025 • Duration 11:02
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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!
CEO & Co-Founder of Plane English on Pilot Training & Aviation's Future
Season 1 · Episode 23
Friday, March 21, 2025 • Duration 01:01:47
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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.
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.
How To Pick A Flight School: Questions You Need To Be Asking
Season 1 · Episode 22
Friday, March 7, 2025 • Duration 13:08
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.
Ways To Build Flight Hours Mini Series Continued: Glider Towing, Safety Pilot and Military!
Season 1 · Episode 21
Friday, February 21, 2025 • Duration 08:54
In this penultimate episode of the flight hour minis series, Hollie Bellino covers 3 more ways you can build your flight time to help you reach your career goals faster. Hollie, also, does a quick recap on all the other methods that have been mentioned in this mini series. Find out what you need to do!
Rotor to Rank: A Warrant Officer's Journey to an Army Helicopter Pilot
Season 1 · Episode 19
Friday, January 24, 2025 • Duration 23:27
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In this special guest episode, Hollie Bellino introduces her husband, Joe Bellino, who is a Warrant Officer and trained Blackhawk and Lakota helicopter pilot for the Army National Guard. Joe shares the steps he took to get where he is to help any future army aviators traverse the path to get their wings.
Ways to Build Flight Hours Mini Series: Banner Tow, Ferry Flying, Tours & Charters
Season 1 · Episode 18
Friday, January 10, 2025 • Duration 10:10
In this episode of The Aviator’s Guide, Hollie Bellino continues her mini series “Ways to Build Flight Hours” to help you all figure out what to do after you finish your flight training. Featured here will be tour piloting, ferry flying, banner towing and charter flying. Listen to see if any of these fit what you want to do!
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This channel is for entertainment purposes only and represents solely my opinion and not the opinion, views, or position of any company, institution or corporation. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.
This channel is for entertainment purposes only and represents solely my opinion and not the opinion, views, or position of any company, institution or corporation. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners.
I'm a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
This channel is for entertainment purposes only and represents solely my opinion and not the opinion, views, or position of any company, institution or corporation. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners.
This channel is for entertainment purposes only and represents solely my opinion and not the opinion, views, or position of any company, institution or corporation. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.
I'm a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
This channel is for entertainment purposes only and represents solely my opinion and not the opinion, views, or position of any company, institution or corporation. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. No copyright infringement intended. All rights belong to their respective owners.
This channel is for entertainment purposes only and represents solely my opinion and not the opinion, views, or position of any company, institution or corporation. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of any company, institution or corporation. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.
I'm a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of any company, institution or corporation. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.
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