From Flight Instructor to First Officer: Garrett Shares his Story

From Flight Instructor to First Officer: Garrett Shares his Story

Author: Aviator Zone December 16, 2022 Duration: 49:01

Welcome to our latest episode of the Aviation Zone Podcast, where we bring you insights and stories from the world of aviation.

In this episode, we are joined by a guest who was a former flight instructor at our academy. He has been in the commercial aviation industry for just over a year and a half, and has recently been promoted to First Officer at Spirit Airlines.

In this episode, our guest talks about his journey into aviation, sharing how he first became interested in becoming a pilot and the steps he took to make it a reality. He also discusses his experience as a flight instructor at our academy, and shares some of the challenges and rewards of this role.

If you're interested in a career in aviation or just want to hear from someone who is actively working in the industry, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in to hear more about our guest's journey and his advice for those looking to follow in his footsteps.


Captain Felipe Santiago has spent a lifetime in the cockpit, and on Aviator Zone Podcast, he brings the microphone into that world. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair in a bustling hangar, where the conversation flows as freely as the coffee. You’ll hear firsthand accounts from pilots who have navigated everything from serene sunrise flights over the coast to unexpected challenges in turbulent skies. The discussions go beyond just stories, offering genuine perspective for anyone curious about aviation as a career or a passionate hobby. Whether it’s a veteran sharing hard-earned wisdom on training and advancement, or a group dissecting the nuanced sounds and feelings of different aircraft, the dialogue is always grounded in real experience. This isn't about sterile technical jargon; it's about the people, the history, and the sheer joy of flight that connects the community. Tune in to this podcast for those unscripted moments and insights that you can only get from someone who lives and breathes aviation, making every episode a journey in itself.
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