Ep 356 Pilot Resume Strategies for Standing Out in the Stack

June 11, 2026 · Season 2026 · Episode 356

About this episode

Nik Fialka and Vinh Do discuss effective strategies for creating standout pilot resumes.

Spitfire Elite resume expert Vinh Do joins Nik to break down what separates a successful pilot resume from the forgettable stack. They share the most common mistakes they see at conferences, from overdesigned templates and tiny fonts to multi-page resumes full of non-aviation fluff. They explain how to turn business or military experience into clear leadership, safety, and CRM stories on a clean, one-page resume. You'll also hear practical tips on layout, paper choice, and using unique flying experiences as powerful interview talking points. CONNECT WITH US Are you ready to take your preparation to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "R4P2026" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at podcast@spitfireelite.com, and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates! SPONSOR Are you a pilot just coming out of the military and looking for the perfect second home for your family? Look no further! Reach out to Marty and his team by visiting www.tridenthomeloans.com to get the best VA loans available anywhere in…

People in this episode

Host: Nik Fialka

Guest: Vinh Do

Topics covered

pilot resume strategies
aviation careers
job application tips
military to civilian transition
resume mistakes

Keywords

pilot resume
aviation jobs
resume tips
military experience
job application

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Spitfire Elite