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Aero ExplorationAuthor: Flying Midwest Media
The AeroExploration Podcast explores aviations past and the paths people are taking in the industry today. Join host Jim Schilling for stories of historic flights, modern aviation careers, and the passion that keeps us looking to the skies. Aviation has a past worth remembering, destinations worth exploring, and people worth meeting. This is AeroExploration. Language: en-us Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Episode 80 - Flight Sim Kid Becomes Air Traffic Controller | W/ @PropHatCat
Sunday, 12 April, 2026
What if the voice you hear at 35,000 feet started with a kid behind a computer screen playing flight simulator?This week on AeroExploration, we sit down with @PropHatCat—an air traffic controller and viral aviation creator who’s pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood roles in aviation.From running “imaginary traffic” in 8th grade on flight sim to working real aircraft at a Center facility, his journey is anything but typical. We dive into the FAA hiring process, what it actually takes to make it through training, and the mental demands of working high-altitude traffic where every call matters.But what makes this conversation stand out is how he’s using social media to bridge a long-standing gap between pilots and controllers—translating phraseology, breaking down real-world scenarios, and giving aviators a rare, unfiltered look behind the mic.If you’ve ever wondered what controllers are really thinking… or how to become one… this episode delivers.AeroExploration: Check out the YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@AeroExplorationJoin our Community:If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our Discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by email or social media.Sponsor Information:Support our sponsors and affiliates who help make this podcast possible!Affiliate Links:Lightspeed Headsets: https://www.lightspeedaviation.com/?campaign=flyingmidwest23&ref=101Flying Eyes Sunglasses: https://flyingeyesoptics.com/?ref=Flyingmidwest23Use code Flyingmidwest10 for 10% off your purchaseFly the Transition Merch:flyingmidwest.com/merchContact Information:Do you have questions or comments about the show? Do you have an idea for a future episode? Do you want to be a guest on the podcast? Reach out at jim@flyingmidwest.com or connect with Jim through social media or the website.🔊 Listen now on:✅ Apple Podcasts | ✅ Spotify | ✅ Google Podcasts | 🔔 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!
