Navigating Aviation with 'A Chick in the Cockpit' author Erika Armstrong

The Pilot Network Podcast

In this episode, Adam chats with Erika Armstrong about her aviation career, from business aviation to Northwest Airlines and back again. They discuss her unique path and her journey in a male-dominated field. Erika highlights the role of human factors in pilot training, the importance of mentorship, and balancing family life. She also talks about the many transitions pilots face through her experiences in her book, "A Chick in the Cockpit." Erika offers guidance for aspiring pilots, addressing future challenges associated with the industry, and look into the always murky crystal ball. Want to connect with Erika? https://www.linkedin.com/in/achickinthecockpitb727/ Check out here stuff! https://www.aircrewacademy.com (0:00) Introduction and Erica Armstrong's career overview (1:31) The Pilot Network Experience in Minneapolis (1:47) Interview with Erica Armstrong begins (2:54) Erica Armstrong's path in aviation (3:58) Business aviation vs. Part 121 airlines (6:16) Erica Armstrong's journey to Northwest Airlines (7:07) Erica's origin story in aviation (9:12) Human factors in pilot training (10:59) Role models and mentorship in aviation (15:00) Overcoming challenges in a male-dominated field (20:46) The necessity of resilience in aviation (21:20) "A Chick in the Cockpit" book discussion (24:16) Managing family and aviation careers (25:12) Military to civilian aviation transition (27:07) Flight instruction techniques (28:59) Anticipating future aviation challenges (31:08) Automation impact on pilot skills (35:04) Guidance for aspiring pilots and balancing life (40:27) The importance of mentorship for new pilots (43:31) Connecting with Erica Armstrong (44:14) Episode wrap-up and contact details