
Southwest Airlines Captain Tony Patterson shares lessons from thousands of hours at the controls and why mentorship is everything in aviation. Show Notes: In this episode, I sit down with Southwest Airlines Captain Tony Patterson—a mentor and leader who has shaped countless aviators. We discuss: Tony’s path to the airlines Lessons learned from the left seat The impact of mentorship in aviation How to pay it forward in your own career 📌 Visit: thetouchandgo.com 📌 Connect with me: Shawn Pennington on LinkedIn
Aug 25, 2025
34 min

Shawn Pennington introduces The Touch & Go, a new aviation podcast for pilots, crew, and industry pros. Hear what the show is all about, the community we’re building, and how you can join from day one. Welcome to the very first episode of The Touch & Go! I’m Shawn Pennington—after 27 years in the music business, I traded tour buses for business jets and launched this platform for the entire aviation community. What to expect: Aviation news and industry insights Inspiring stories from pilots, crew, and leaders Professional advice and training insights A community vibe that blends hangar talk with meaningful conversation 📌 Visit: thetouchandgo.com 📌 Connect with me: Shawn Pennington on LinkedIn
Aug 25, 2025
2 min
