Skyward Podcast
Hi, I’m so happy you’re here! I’m Mercedes the host of Skyward, the podcast that's here to inspire and educate you in everything aviation and aerospace!
In each episode, I talk about exciting things like how to become a pilot from personal experience, and chat with others who are pilots, engineers, flight attendants who love what they're doing and want to share their experiences you!
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Skyward Podcast
ALPA Union, Dreams Take Flight & Special Olympics Impact | Alivia Chanyi
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Pilot Mercedes welcomes back Alivia Chanyi, First Officer at Jazz, sharing ALPA’s pilot advocacy, two-crew safety push, mentorship, Dreams Take Flight’s magical Disney trips for kids, and Special Olympics impact. Inspiring aviation + community stories! Subscribe, comment your favorite moment, share with aviation friends.
Chapters
01:03 Introduction to ALPA and Mentorship Programs
02:50 Advocating for Aviation Safety and Security
06:03 Career Development and Community Building in ALPA
08:57 Dreams Take Flight: Creating Magical Experiences for Children
11:49 The Role of Air Canada in Dreams Take Flight
15:10 Planning a Dream Flight: Logistics and Volunteer Efforts
18:00 Personal Connections to Dreams Take Flight
21:05 Involvement with Special Olympics
24:11 Encouraging Community Involvement and Support
27:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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With years of experience as a pilot, Pilot Mercedes brings you Skyward Podcast. Your go-to show for mastering flight training, building confidence, and exploring all the different layers of the aviation and aerospace industries. Learn the strategies that actually work from someone who’s been in the cockpit. Subscribe for bi-weekly aviation and aerospace stories and advice that help you soar to new heights!