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In this episode of The Aviator's Guide, Hollie Bellino sits down with Jason and Marla Naylor — a husband-and-wife team with decades of combined experience across corporate, airline, and military aviation. Jason has flown 50+ aircraft types, from Cessna 152s to Citation jets, and Marla brings her Air Force training management background to the conversation.

We dive deep into the state of pilot training today and why Jason believes we're heading toward more accidents if things don't change. He shares his proposal for a 4-phase ATP system that would fundamentally reform how pilots qualify for the airlines — prioritizing real experience over checkbox hours.

You'll also hear jaw-dropping survival stories about microbursts and icing. From these stories every pilot can learn more about aircraft limits, personal minimums and ADM.

We also break down the FAA's recent move to rescind single-pilot exemptions for Citation series aircraft, what it means for owners and operators, and why insurance costs are about to skyrocket.

Whether you're a student pilot, a seasoned CFI, or just passionate about aviation, this episode is packed with real-world lessons you won't want to miss.

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✈️ ABOUT THE AVIATOR'S GUIDE Hosted by Hollie Bellino, a certified flight instructor since 2022, The Aviator's Guide brings you real aviation, practical advice, and lessons to help you become a safer, smarter, more confident pilot. Whether you're chasing your first solo, your next rating, or your dream cockpit — you're in the right place.

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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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Instrument oral exam guide book link:

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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.

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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.

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Flight School Questions: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X5XdeA4AhFLvYDzJYEhKEENu9Ox4T-8q/view?usp=sharing

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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!

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ATP pilot privileges (instructing): https://www.faa.gov/media/14031#:~:text=Since%20the%20ATP%20is%20not,be%20counted%20as%20instructional%20time

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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.

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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.

Related Videos:

Private Pilot Certificate with Part 61 & 141 Differences: https://youtu.be/_CTAJbz1OdU?si=O6S-GGJl-ApuQhLg

Instrument Rating with Part 61 & 141 Differences: https://youtu.be/U0GPfI-kbB8?si=fM09KKD83q6mQFyL

Flight School Supplies Part 1: https://youtu.be/VpES7EaIBfA?si=H4YWxKh9DAS7mD2u

Flight School Supplies Part 2: https://youtu.be/RWGgcBhTAPM?si=QaSYNgSvwRcmJiqO

Should YOU Be A Pilot? https://youtu.be/3mrm9TWpW1Y?si=A2PbwqRFoF7r5Y3c

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Resources:

Flight School Questions: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X5XdeA4AhFLvYDzJYEhKEENu9Ox4T-8q/view?usp=sharing

Flight School Supplies: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S5KbbWUJBymM7KOvTPtodBBor2pwPSwP/view?usp=drive_link

FAR 61.113: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-61/subpart-E/section-61.113

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!

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Perlan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSy3GhdtZ68&t=378s

61.69: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-61/subpart-B/section-61.69

Military: https://www.defense.gov/About/our-forces/