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Wayman Aviation Academy ( Wayman.EDU ) is the largest and longest running Ab Initio flight school in South Florida. It is the only dedicated aviation college in South Florida offering Associate in Aeronautical Science Degrees. They are celebrating 35 years of launching pilot careers into the skies above Miami. The school focuses on initial training through commercial flight training in preparation for airline careers. They have 5 airline partners including SkyWest and Republic Airways which fly for American Airlines, United, and Delta. Wayman is approved for international students’ visas. It operates a fleet of 40+ aircraft at Hollywood North Perry Airport (KHWO). Wayman Aviation partners with Miami-Dade College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and Liberty University for degree programs. Learn more about Wayman Aviation Academy at Wayman.edu or on Instagram, UA-cam, and Facebook @WaymanAviation
InSight Aviation: Retired DPE & United Capt Dan Petrovich Reveals All
Welcome to Captain Chats from InSight Aviation Podcast w/ Retired DPE & United Capt Dan Petrovich. Sponsored by Wayman College of Aeronautics
Welcome to our first Captain Chat! This is a continuation of what we used to do on Zoom during the pandemic, but now we’re back in person. We'll be hearing from alumni, pilots, and aerospace professionals who have been in the industry for a long time. Today, we have Captain Dan Petrovich with us. Captain Dan, would you like to introduce yourself?
Dan Petrovich: Hi, I’m Dan Petrovich, a retired United Airlines Captain. I was with United for 37 years. I learned to fly at Opa Locka and come from a huge aviation family, much like yours, Wayman Eddy.
Wayman Eddy: Thanks, Dan. I'm really excited to dive into your story. But first, for those who are new or joining us online, let me introduce who we are. We are Wayman Aviation Academy, now known as Wayman College of Aeronautics, based at North Perry Airport in South Florida, just between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. We teach students how to fly. Who here is learning to fly? Great, we have a room full of student pilots!
The format for Captain Chats is to learn how these pilots got to where they are and what advice they have for aspiring aviators. We’ll do a 20-30 minute interview and then open it up to questions and answers, which I think is the most interesting part. So, let's start from the beginning. How did you get interested in aviation, Dan?
Dan Petrovich: I grew up in Carol City, where we would see planes flying over Opa Locka all the time. My dad, who was in air conditioning and refrigeration, had an accident and, after winning a small lawsuit, decided to learn how to fly. He went from his first lesson to a commercial multi-rating in just 93 days. I watched him and eventually, he got hired by United Airlines in 1965 and retired in 1996.
My dad wanted me to be a doctor and my brother to be an attorney, but neither of us was interested. I got a Navy ROTC scholarship to the University of Florida, but unfortunately, halfway through my first year, my dad ruptured three discs in his back and lost his FAA medical. I had to come home every weekend to help my family, which affected my grades and performance. My lieutenant commander advised me to finish the semester, drop the scholarship, and take care of my family, which was great advice.
I got my old job back at Winn-Dixie, and within a year, I was an assistant manager. We moved to Plantation, and I checked out flight schools. I took three lessons at Opa Locka and got a job at a flight school pumping gas and cleaning windshields. Within six months, I had my private, multi, commercial, and instrument ratings, all in one day. Then I flew corporate and did a lot of flight instructing.
Wayman Eddy: Wow, that's impressive! Now, many of our students are working on their private pilot licenses. Do you have any tips for them?
Dan Petrovich: The private pilot license is the hardest because everything is new. You’re learning physics, math, and meteorology, and it's a lot to take in. Once you have a solid foundation, you can build on it quickly. As an examiner, I always emphasized the importance of understanding the new world you’re entering. It's challenging, but with a good foundation, you'll do well.
Wayman Eddy: That's great advice. After getting your licenses, you went into flight instructing. How was that experience?
Dan Petrovich: I loved it. I continued flight instructing throughout my career, even when I was with United. I eventually became a ground school and simulator instructor, a training captain, and an examiner. Teaching helped me learn more because I had to explain concepts clearly to students.
Wayman Eddy: That's wonderful. Your career is truly inspiring. Now, you’ve come full circle, working as an examiner and mentoring the next generation of pilots. What drives you to keep teaching and mentoring?
Dan Petrovich: I love teaching and coaching. I’ve coached youth sports for many years and helped many kids get college scholarships. Teaching allows me to give back and help others succeed. It’s about paying it forward. The aviation community is generous, and I want to continue that tradition.
Wayman Eddy: Thank you, Dan. Your story and insights are invaluable. Let's open it up to questions from our audience. Feel free to ask anything you’d like to know about Dan’s career or aviation in general.
Q&A Session:
Student 1: How did you transition from corporate flying to the airlines?
Dan Petrovich: I got a call from United Airlines in November. I had to retake my writtens and had an interview three weeks later. Despite some challenges, including a strike, I started with United in May 1985 and stayed there for 37 years.
Thank you, Captain Dan, for sharing your journey with us. We appreciate your time and insights. Thank you all for joining us today. Happy flying!
Welcome to our first Captain Chat! This is a continuation of what we used to do on Zoom during the pandemic, but now we’re back in person. We'll be hearing from alumni, pilots, and aerospace professionals who have been in the industry for a long time. Today, we have Captain Dan Petrovich with us. Captain Dan, would you like to introduce yourself?
Dan Petrovich: Hi, I’m Dan Petrovich, a retired United Airlines Captain. I was with United for 37 years. I learned to fly at Opa Locka and come from a huge aviation family, much like yours, Wayman Eddy.
Wayman Eddy: Thanks, Dan. I'm really excited to dive into your story. But first, for those who are new or joining us online, let me introduce who we are. We are Wayman Aviation Academy, now known as Wayman College of Aeronautics, based at North Perry Airport in South Florida, just between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. We teach students how to fly. Who here is learning to fly? Great, we have a room full of student pilots!
The format for Captain Chats is to learn how these pilots got to where they are and what advice they have for aspiring aviators. We’ll do a 20-30 minute interview and then open it up to questions and answers, which I think is the most interesting part. So, let's start from the beginning. How did you get interested in aviation, Dan?
Dan Petrovich: I grew up in Carol City, where we would see planes flying over Opa Locka all the time. My dad, who was in air conditioning and refrigeration, had an accident and, after winning a small lawsuit, decided to learn how to fly. He went from his first lesson to a commercial multi-rating in just 93 days. I watched him and eventually, he got hired by United Airlines in 1965 and retired in 1996.
My dad wanted me to be a doctor and my brother to be an attorney, but neither of us was interested. I got a Navy ROTC scholarship to the University of Florida, but unfortunately, halfway through my first year, my dad ruptured three discs in his back and lost his FAA medical. I had to come home every weekend to help my family, which affected my grades and performance. My lieutenant commander advised me to finish the semester, drop the scholarship, and take care of my family, which was great advice.
I got my old job back at Winn-Dixie, and within a year, I was an assistant manager. We moved to Plantation, and I checked out flight schools. I took three lessons at Opa Locka and got a job at a flight school pumping gas and cleaning windshields. Within six months, I had my private, multi, commercial, and instrument ratings, all in one day. Then I flew corporate and did a lot of flight instructing.
Wayman Eddy: Wow, that's impressive! Now, many of our students are working on their private pilot licenses. Do you have any tips for them?
Dan Petrovich: The private pilot license is the hardest because everything is new. You’re learning physics, math, and meteorology, and it's a lot to take in. Once you have a solid foundation, you can build on it quickly. As an examiner, I always emphasized the importance of understanding the new world you’re entering. It's challenging, but with a good foundation, you'll do well.
Wayman Eddy: That's great advice. After getting your licenses, you went into flight instructing. How was that experience?
Dan Petrovich: I loved it. I continued flight instructing throughout my career, even when I was with United. I eventually became a ground school and simulator instructor, a training captain, and an examiner. Teaching helped me learn more because I had to explain concepts clearly to students.
Wayman Eddy: That's wonderful. Your career is truly inspiring. Now, you’ve come full circle, working as an examiner and mentoring the next generation of pilots. What drives you to keep teaching and mentoring?
Dan Petrovich: I love teaching and coaching. I’ve coached youth sports for many years and helped many kids get college scholarships. Teaching allows me to give back and help others succeed. It’s about paying it forward. The aviation community is generous, and I want to continue that tradition.
Wayman Eddy: Thank you, Dan. Your story and insights are invaluable. Let's open it up to questions from our audience. Feel free to ask anything you’d like to know about Dan’s career or aviation in general.
Q&A Session:
Student 1: How did you transition from corporate flying to the airlines?
Dan Petrovich: I got a call from United Airlines in November. I had to retake my writtens and had an interview three weeks later. Despite some challenges, including a strike, I started with United in May 1985 and stayed there for 37 years.
Thank you, Captain Dan, for sharing your journey with us. We appreciate your time and insights. Thank you all for joining us today. Happy flying!
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2023 WAS AWESOME ✈️🙌🏻 🙌🏻 1. Tecnam delivery !!! 2. Wayman is a College !!! 3. Approved for the R-ATP !!! 4. 2 new degrees: aviation maintenance management , aviation management !!! 5. New airline partners and pathway programs: Spirit, Silver !!! 6. New Pilot shop !!! 7. 1 per day, Checkrides 8. 260 New Students in 2023 9. 3 Expos; May, Opa Locka, November 10.16 Air Force cadets (2 months and 16...
Student Dorms at North Perry Airport
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Our new Wayman Pilot shop at North Perry Airport
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What it takes to become a professional pilot in USA ?
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A water salute for our new Tecnam P2006T 🛩️🛩️, new multi-engine aircraft in Wayman.
NBAA at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF) by Wayman Aviation
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NBAA at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF) by Wayman Aviation
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Ready to Fly? Amazing Results Achieved at Wayman Aviation Academy!
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JetBlue Pilot Chris Mullins, Former Wayman Instructor
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Sallie Mae Flight School Financing with Wayman Aviation Academy
Plz send wayman join procedure
My name is Abdul ber Cessna 172 aircraft technician lycoming engine
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Nah bro that's me before and after the stall training😂
For CPL how much cost? Is there Any agency in india to do the entire process? Accommodation includes with fees?
Very good 🎉
What is her instagram?
Guide
Hola Si quiero tener laclicencia como piloto privado porque ya tengo 56 años, que puedo hacer? Hay alguna posibilidad p ya es imposible por mi edad Gracias
To many editors, not enough doctors.
All the best ❤
How much time needed to complete the cabin crew course plz tell me
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Iam from Pakistan actually so are Pakistanis also eligible for these programs?
Can student loans are available in USA??? Especially for your flying school?
Congrats ❤❤❤
Can I switch from another school
How much is it to study there?
How much is the tuition fee?
Hello good shop howcan i buy stuff
Will nurses count as first responders?
How do i get started im from jamaica
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Hey so I am currently in high school getting straight As , currently in India , but fluent in English as I was brought up abroad , parents are supportive in me being an Airline Pilot . Will you help with my visa when I have to come to Florida to attend the training ? And are there any scholarships? Like I want the program where i want to build my hours as a Flight Instructor. And I can afford the training fees but it would be better if the fees was 35 k for the whole training
Is this Jen Blalock?
What is total fees for comercial pilot licence?
Do i want to complete dgca exam or can i come there to learn dgca ?
Do you have funding for Accelerated Aviation Learning LLC in Minnesota?
Can i enter with a highschool diploma or do i need to go to college first?
High school diploma and you can start the program
Ice water lolol
I currently have school loans from getting my bachelors degree now I want to do pilot training. What does Sallie Mae say about this? Have you had any students comment on this? Do they treat these loans like a separate loan or do they treat it like it is a undergraduate school loan? Thanks anyone
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According to FMU VA office the flight program does not accept GI Bill.
How much is the student accomodation or other student housing you offer ?
I would like to know this too
😅Is this the accommodation you mean? Where is the swimming pool, gym, tennis court, and space allocated for runners?
These are the dormitories. The Harbour Cove apartments you are referring with pool, gym, and tennis to are 2miles/4 Km west.
Where does it located in North perry?
It is immediately to the south, across the street
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Great, thanks for the Heads Up, Mr. Hyatt
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Fuck the FAA and their draconian beliefs about ADHD. It isn’t 1930 anymore.
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How can I contact you guys?
wayman.edu/application
wayman.edu/first-responder/
So how much for a firefighter to go from zero to hero as a commercial pilot?
It's $75k including flight and college tuition, full loans available
@@waymanaviationand how long is the duration of this program?
@@DallasFort1857 2 years, however you start working as a flight instructor in the 2nd year
@@waymanaviation how can veterans use their GI Bill
I will be here one soon for my pilot training 🎉
Do we directly get a job as pilot after this course??
We love to hire our graduates. Requirement is no more than 2 checkride failures and to be in good standing with the academy.
Total training to get CPL and the cost of doing this?
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How to join?
wayman.edu/application
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The blue and yellow colors of the name do not look good asmany schools seem to use it. Lets get sone reds, greens, black, orange in there. The little wings on either side of the school name should be silver or gold not yellow.