Pilots Say What?

• Ep. 73: What Airline Pilots Don’t Tell You

  Ever wondered what airline pilot life is really like behind the scenes? In this episode of Pilot's Say What?, we sit down with retired Captain Philip Stromer to uncover the highs and lows of an aviation career. From the excitement of getting hired to the burnout that comes later, Philip shares raw, unfiltered stories from decades in the cockpit.

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• Ep. 72: Why Loving Flying Matters More Than Salary

  Is becoming a pilot really about the paycheck — or the passion? In this episode of Pilot’s Say What?, Gregory shares his journey from theater to aviation, and why he believes passion, not money, is the only way to survive flight training and succeed as a pilot. We dive into the challenges of private pilot training, strategies for avoiding burnout, and the mindset needed to truly enjoy the grind of becoming a pilot. Gregory explains why chasing passion leads to success, and why money alone won’t get you through.

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• Ep. 71: Why I Switched Flight Schools & Finished Faster

  In this episode of Pilot's Say What?, we talk with Nick about his journey from a long training delay at his first flight school to completing ratings faster through Thrust Flight’s Finish Line Program. Nick shares why he made the tough decision to switch schools, the challenges of transferring hours, and how our in-house check rides and accelerated training helped him move forward without losing momentum.

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• Ep. 70: Is It Too Late to Become a Pilot?

  In this episode of Pilot’s Say What?, AJ shares his powerful story of walking away from flight training for two years—then risking everything to come back. From ministry to the cockpit, AJ talks through the fear, the finances, and the fire that never went away. We get into what it’s like to take out a huge loan, restart flight training after years off, and why he believes it’s never too late if you love flying enough to fight for it.

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• Ep. 69: First Time at Oshkosh Changed Everything

  What's it really like flying into the world's biggest aviation event for the first time? In this episode, Assistant Chief Flight Instructor Chisholm Brewer shares his first experience at Oshkosh — from landing at the legendary Fisk Arrival to representing Thrust Flight at our first-ever booth. He breaks down why Oshkosh is called the “Woodstock of Aviation,” what makes it so powerful for pilots, and how it reignited his passion for aviation. Whether you’re a seasoned flyer or just dreaming of the cockpit, this insider look at Oshkosh will get you fired up.

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