Celebrating 15,000 Subscribers: What Aviation Training (and Life) Can Teach Us

Leading the Aviation Conversation From the Flight Deck and Beyond

In this milestone episode, Bryan and Ryan celebrate reaching 15,000 YouTube subscribers and reflect on the evolution of the podcast and aviation industry. From the latest developments at the Paris Air Show to deep dives into AI in training, VR hype, and the challenges of training Gen Z pilots, this episode blends industry insight with a powerful, real-world lesson on how simulator training mirrors the critical decisions we face in life.

This is a celebration of growth, community, and the philosophy that ties aviation excellence to personal mastery.

• 00:00 Celebrating 15,000 Subscribers! — From 100 subs to a loyal global community

• 00:48 Paris Air Show Highlights — Airbus dominance, Boeing absence, Airlink and SkyWest orders

• 02:05 Boeing's Struggles — Why they were absent and the speculation culture we avoid

• 10:15 AI and VR in Aviation Training — Key takeaways from the WATS 2025 training conference

• 16:41 Gen Z Pilots — Learning style shifts, radio anxiety, and instructor adaptability

• 21:16 Celebrating the Milestone — 15K subscribers and the importance of community

• 22:00 Voices From the Flight Deck — Feedback, love, and encouragement from listeners

• 22:28 Podcast Evolution — From news commentary to meaningful aviation conversation

• 26:31 Life Lessons from the Sim — Flameouts, fires, and real-life decision-making

• 32:39 The Prodigal Pilot — Philosophy, self-discovery, and maturing your mindset

• 48:46 Closing Thoughts — Gratitude, mission, and what's next for Bryan Air

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