MFREE 065: How a Naval Aviator Transitioned from the Navy Over Seas With Charles McKinney

Aloha, It’s Shelon "Hutch" Hutchinson here! If you’re enjoying 'The Multifamily Real Estate Experiment' podcast, please like, comment, and share our episodes to help us reach and inspire more people. Thank you for your support!Guest Introduction:Retired Naval aviator Charles McKinney joins the podcast, emphasizing the importance of planning in military aviation.Early Influences and Career Beginnings:Born into a Navy family, McKinney's childhood aspirations of becoming an astronaut steered him towards a career in naval aviation.Despite setbacks, such as not being selected for the Tactical Jets pipeline, McKinney adapted his goals and found fulfillment in flying  the CH-53 helicopters.Relationship Between Pilots and Maintenance Crew:McKinney highlights the critical partnership between pilots and maintenance crew, emphasizing shared responsibility for aircraft care and safety.He shares insights from his experience as a maintenance officer, underscoring the importance of professionalism and proficiency in aircraft maintenance.Aviation Mindset and Leadership:McKinney discusses the mindset required for working in an high risk job, including a commitment to mission success, attention to detail, and constant learning.Reflecting on his leadership journey, McKinney emphasizes the evolution of leadership principles and challenges faced during transitions to civilian life.Conclusion:The episode offers valuable insights into military aviation, leadership principles, and their applicability to beyond military serviceIf you like the MFREE Podcast, be sure to give us a review on your favorite podcast platform to help others find us and leverage the knowledge and experience our hosts and guests have to offer. We greatly appreciate you for tuning in and see you in the next episode!!*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*Thank you to all of our listeners!!! We would love to hear from you!!!The MFREE on facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/222890344741570Email us at:[email protected]    [email protected]*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*Visit our website to find out more:www.hsquaredcapital.comJoin our Facebook Group:The Multifamily Real Estate Experiment*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*Thank you to all of our listeners!!! We would love to hear from you!!!Email me at:[email protected]*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*Visit our website to find out more:www.hsquaredcapital.comJoin our Facebook Group:The Multifamily Real Estate ExperimentFollow us on Instagram:@hutchthemarineinvestor