The Helicopter Pilot

Ryan Skorecki is a helicopter pilot who has flown pro skiers around Alaska, transported Anthony Bourdain around Antarctica, and appeared in the Discovery Channel mini-series “Everest Rescue.” Yet even with a resume like this, he still has regrets about his early career choices. In this episode of the Wandering Workers podcast we talk in depth about what inspired Ryan to become a pilot, where that job has taken him, and how the career stacks up against his expectations. What emerges is a story about chasing the life you want and why you should never give up on your dreams. We cover… What it takes to become a helicopter pilot How he ended up in places like Antarctica and Nepal What it’s like to be on a reality show (while flying rescue missions) Ryan also reveals the most scared he’s ever been and why he likes heli skiing flights more than…Continue Reading

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