Special Guest! From P-3 Sensor Operator to Major Airline Captain and Airline Interviewer. Including Funny Crashpad Stories and Interview Fails

In this episode of The Black Box Aviation Podcast, we're joined by a special guest who started his aviation journey as a P-3 sensor operator in the military, worked his way up through the ranks, and is now a major airline captain and airline interviewer. But before the stripes and interviews, the three of us were just broke pilots sharing a crashpad at the infamous Clarion Hotel in Detroit.We share hilarious crashpad memories, including how the hotel's "free" breakfast became a lifeline—because when you're down to pocket change, even stale Froot Loops that chew like Skittles can taste like gold.We also dive into some wild aviation stories, including:✈️ A near-miss at DCA involving a Delta flight and a military flyover at Arlington National Cemetery🗣️ An unbelievable fist fight between air traffic controllers (yes, you read that right)From crashpad comedy to real talk about airline interviews—what works, what flops, and why confidence (not cockiness) is key—this episode has it all.📩 Connect with Us:🌐 Website: www.theblackboxaviationpodcast.com✉️ Email: [email protected]📸 Instagram: @the_black_box01🐦 X (Twitter): @the_black_box01📲 Text Line: 203-699-6792