The DoAviation Podcast is hosted by "DO", an air traffic controller and lover of aviation. The intent of the podcast is to advocate for aviation safety, educate listeners on topics surrounding aviation, and promote aviation as a whole.
How to become an air traffic controller
Welcome to the DoAviation Podcast!
On this episode I explain how to become an air traffic controller, covering where to apply, how you can qualify, and what to expect in the application process. The next no-experience (AKA all-source) hiring bid is 6/24/22-6/27/22, make sure to apply if you qualify!
The average air traffic controller salary is around $120-140K per year, with federal benefits, the Thrift Savings Plan, early retirement, a pension, a controller's union, and more! Don't miss your opportunity to enjoy an incredible career!
Follow on tiktok and instagram: @DoAviation
If you want to support the show, give it a five star review and subscribe to never miss an episode!
6/21/2022 • 42 minutes, 34 seconds
America's newest deaf pilot - Sheila Xu
Welcome to the DoAviation Podcast!
In this episode I interview Shelia Xu, America’s newest deaf pilot.
Read Sheila’s story here: https://medium.com/faa/a-deaf-pilots-path-to-aviation-c21856e4ae30
Follow Sheila on Instagram: @boarding.happiness
Donate to support Able Flight: https://ableflight.org/donate
Follow the podcast on tiktok and instagram: @DoAviation
Subscribe to never miss an episode!
11/3/2021 • 14 minutes, 23 seconds
The Man Who Rode The Thunder
Welcome to the DoAviation Podcast!
Here on the second episode, I talk about Lt. Col William Rankin, a man who ejected from his combat jet at 47,000 feet, and spent 40 minutes trapped inside a cumulonimbus cloud.
Follow on tiktok and instagram: @DoAviation
If you want to support the show, give it a five star review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe to never miss an episode!
9/30/2021 • 12 minutes, 24 seconds
First episode! Who am I, and why start a podcast?
Welcome to the first episode of the DoAviation Podcast!
In the first episode, I talk about who I am, why I got into aviation/air traffic control, and tell you what to expect from upcoming episodes!
Follow on tiktok and instagram: @DoAviation
Subscribe to never miss an episode!