Episode 14 - Emilio Padilla Escoto

Emilio Padilla Escoto – 2023 NBAA SD Scholarship Recipient, Cruise Ship during a Pandemic, Gourmet Hotdogs and The Importance of Patience and Perseverance. Welcome to the Business Aviation Collective Podcast! In this episode, Emilio Padilla Escoto joins us to dispel the misconception that aviation jobs are limited to pilots and flight attendants. Emilio, currently an Operations Manager at Manny Aviation, shares his journey from working at Costco to becoming a prominent figure in Business Aviation. Emilio, a recipient of the 2023 NBAA SD Scholarship, offers practical advice to aspiring aviation professionals. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance, patience, and seizing opportunities such as scholarships and getting your hands on relevant reading materials to better yourself. Tune in to hear Emilio's firsthand account of the challenges he faced during the COVID-19 pandemic while working on a cruise ship for Princess Cruises. He candidly discusses his personal struggle with depression and his inspiring return to the aviation industry, including his successful venture into a gourmet hotdog business. Discover the limitless potential of the aviation industry and find the courage to exceed boundaries. Stay tuned for this captivating episode! ✈️ This episode is brought to you by The Business Aviation Collective and LD Aviation Services. ✈️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices