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Fly safe. Fly smart. Squawk VFR.

Honest guidance from an airline pilot for people who want to build a real flying career— without the hype, shortcuts, or surprises.

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From the Flight Deck

Writing for future pilots who want straight answers—about training decisions, money, time building, hiring cycles, and what the airline career actually looks like.

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Start Here: The Reality of Becoming an Airline Pilot

A no‑nonsense overview of cost, timelines, lifestyle tradeoffs, and what actually matters if your goal is the airlines.

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Part 61 vs Part 141: What Actually Matters

A practical comparison based on flexibility, hiring outcomes, and long‑term career impact—not marketing brochures.

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The 1,500‑Hour Grind (And How to Survive It)

Time‑building strategies, instructor burnout, and how to keep momentum when progress feels slow.

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Ways I Can Help

If the blog has been helpful, these are the ways we can work together one-on-one.

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Career Consulting

Personalized guidance on training paths, time building, logbooks, interviews, and long-term planning from someone who’s done it.

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Flight & Ground Instruction

Practical instruction focused on decision-making, confidence, and operating safely beyond the checkride.

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Aircraft Ferrying

Professional aircraft repositioning with conservative planning and clear communication.

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Drone Photography

FAA-compliant aerial imagery for documentation, marketing, and aviation-related projects.

Contact

Ready to fly, learn, or plan your next step? Reach out to start the conversation.

Email: yourname@squawkvfr.com
Phone: (555) 123‑4567
Location: Available by arrangement