Tag Archives: Career Advice

Junior Captain Update #1

An update on what it’s like to be the 4th most junior Captain at a major airline.

Confessions of a Reserve T-38C IP

A Reserve T-38C UPT IP explains his job, how to get hired, and gives invaluable advice for current or future T-38 student pilots.

MASS – The UPT Scoring System Explained

I explain the Merit Assignment Selection System (MASS) that determines class rank for student pilots at USAF UPT on BogiDope.

Second Career Pilots

My advice to pilots thinking about pursuing a second career as a professional pilot.

Best Airline Application and Interview Prep Services for 2020

A look at some of the best airline application review and interview prep companies in the business.

Palace Chase and Palace Front Explained

A look at the Palace Chase and Palace Front programs, including strategies on timing and getting your commander(s) onboard with your request.

How I Made $4400 to Eat a Slice of Pizza

A story of how I got paid $4400 to fly to NYC and eat a slice of pizza. Then a discussion of some ways to maximize Quality of Life at your major airline.

Winning UPT Financially

This week on BogiDope I have a laser-focused application of Pilot Math Treasure Bath that explains How to Win UPT Financially.

TPNx 2019: Quality Over Quantity

A review of TPNx 2019. For those not lucky enough to attend I answer the questions: “What happens at TPNx” and “Who benefits from going there?”