Make the Donuts

A closer look at today’s airline hiring slowdown—and what it really means for your aviation career.

✈️ Why the current slowdown reflects shifting market conditions, not a simple end to pilot demand and how long-term trends still point to ongoing need
📈 How retirements, airline profitability, fleet planning, and fuel costs interact to shape hiring cycles over the next decade
🎯 Thoughtful, experience-based guidance to help pilots navigate uncertainty, position themselves competitively, and build a sustainable long-term career

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What is Make the Donuts?

Make the Donuts, hosted by bestselling author and commercial pilot Erik Sabiston, dives into the secrets of success through engaging interviews with experts from diverse career fields.