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  1. Jim Schilling

    From Hollywood Camera Operator to corporate pilot! Check out the latest Fly the Transition episode!

    I’m so excited about the latest episode! Former Dexter Camera Operator Eric Fletcher joined me to talk about his career in Hollywood and his career change to corporate flying in his 50s. I loved hearing more about the film industry and his story of career transformation...
  2. Jim Schilling

    The Fly the Transition Podcast is back, Featuring BrYan Turner

    I’m so excited to bring back the Fly the Transition Podcast. This weekly podcast is all about those who have made the career change into aviation. We cover where they came from, the challenges they face, and where they are now. I hope you’ll check it out and subscribe...
  3. Jim Schilling

    Fly The Transition Relaunch

    Hey everyone! Early this year I started the Fly the Transition Podcast. Its focus is to tell the stories of those who chased a second career in the aviation industry. I released 7 episodes and had to take a break. I’m busy getting ready to relaunch and have completed a whole bunch of...
  4. Jim Schilling

    Great Med info from Wingman Med

    As many of you know, navigating the world of medical certificates can be a real challenge for us pilots. There’s a flood of information, and unfortunately, some misinformation out there too. But fear not! The latest episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast featuring Dr. Keith Roxo from Wingman Med...
  5. Jim Schilling

    Flying Midwest Podcast Live from OSH with Cirrus CEO Zean Nielsen

    Airventure might be winding down, but the content from it is just warming up! We were fortunate enough to get a ton of great interviews from the show. I hope you’ll check out our first OSH episode with Cirrus CEO Zean Nielsen. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  6. Jim Schilling

    Richard McSpadden talks about the Thunderbirds and Air Safety Institute

    The Flying Midwest Podcast had the great opportunity to chat with Richard McSpadden. For me, it was a full circle moment. I was stationed at Nellis at the same time McSpadden commanded the Thunderbirds and was given a coin by him. We talked about his selection and time with the Thunderbirds...
  7. Jim Schilling

    AOPA’s Kyle Lewis chats with the Flying Midwest Podcast

    New Episode! On this episode, we've got episode two with Kyle Lewis, AOPA's regional manager for the Great Lakes Region. We hear about Kyle’s background in aviation, how he got started with AOPA, and we learn more about his role as a regional manager. The episode is available now on all...
  8. Jim Schilling

    Minnesota Aviation Career Education Camp

    I don’t know how many states have programs like this, but this program is so cool! I got a chance to interview one of their board members on the Flying Midwest Podcast. The program gives high school aged kids a week long camp to check out a ton of aviation careers. The camp gives them tours of...
  9. Jim Schilling

    Sporty’s President John Zimmerman stops by in the new Flying Midwest Podcast Episode

    Join us and Sporty’s Pilot Shop President John Zimmerman in this new episode. This Midwest company is a household name in aviation. John shares his aviation story and how he found his way to the top of Sporty’s We also talk about the history and evolution of the company, their pilot training...
  10. Jim Schilling

    2nd Career Aviator, AOPA CFI of the Year Ambyr Peterson

    Did you know that the 2022 CFI of the year is a second career aviator. After spending 20 years as an engineer, in her early 40s she decided to chase the dream. She is now flying with a regional carrier and picked up some impressive accolades in the way. Hear her story on the latest episode...
  11. Jim Schilling

    From police officer to EMS helicopter pilot

    The newest episode of my podcast Fly the Transition is out now. I chat with retired Police Officer Lou Gregoire about his second career in aviation. He went from police officer to a pilot in his departments aviation unit, even commanding their air unit. It was that opportunity that led to his...
  12. Jim Schilling

    Most Memorable Flight or Moment of 2022

    Since the year is wrapping up, thought it would be cool to hear everyone’s most memorable aviation moments/experience or flight of 2022. What do you all have? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  13. Jim Schilling

    Flying Midwest Podcast’s gift for you. Rob Reider’s episode

    Rob Reider was an incredible guest, sharing his experience as an airshow announcer, the familiar face and voice of the Sporty’s pilot training videos, and the Host of the I Learned About Flying From That podcast. Hope you enjoy the new episode...
  14. Jim Schilling

    Winter is Coming

    We are in a Blizzard Warning. Someone, anyone, everyone help up upper midwesterners with some quality, vicarious aviation content to keep us going! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  15. Jim Schilling

    Rob Friggin’ Reider

    I just have to take a moment to nerd out for a moment. I just had the opportunity to chat with Rob for the last 2 hours. He’s the guy in all the Sporty’s videos and announces tons of air shows. Such a down to earth and humble man. I’m fortunate to get the opportunities to connect with such...
  16. Jim Schilling

    New “Fly the Transition” Podcast is Live

    My brand new podcast’s first real episode is live. I’m really excited for this new concept and really hope it takes off, pun intended. I really appreciate the feedback I’ve gotten on the concept from people in the forum here. The first episode features Scott, a former energy worker who made...
  17. Jim Schilling

    Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon

    This might be really stupid, but what the hell. We’ve all probably heard the very scientific theory of all of us being no more than 6 degrees of separation from a connection to Kevin Bacon. I used this link to mess around with it. https://oracleofbacon.org So, who can we find in here who...
  18. Jim Schilling

    Learn More about Conservation Aviation

    I had such a great time recording this episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast with a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources pilot Jason Jensen. We talked all about the different types of flying that the MN DNR does, the aircraft they fly, and he tells some fun stories. I hope you will check...
  19. Jim Schilling

    Podcast Input

    For all you podcast enthusiast out there, I’m looking for some input on the direction of my next podcast venture. I have two primary concepts that I’m looking to explore further. Let me know what you think. 1. I’m starting my CFI work next year. I’m thinking of a podcast that starts off...
  20. Jim Schilling

    Help Boost BrYan Turner’s Ego!

    Our April Fool’s BrYan Turner SixPapaCharlie Episode is currently ranked #3 for all time listens. With all the other snubs BrYan has received from the likes of AOPA, consider giving this one specifically a listen. Let’s get a win for BrYan! Last one of our shameless plugs for today...
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