What Pilots Should Do With Their Profit-Sharing Bonus

The Wealthy Pilot's Podcast: Financial Flight Controls for Today's Commercial Airline Pilots

Delta’s record-breaking $1.4 billion profit-sharing payout for 2024 has employees buzzing, with many set to receive an average of five weeks’ pay as their share. If you’re a pilot benefiting from this bonus, what’s the best way to put it to good use?

Join Scott and Marc as they explore how to strike the right balance between celebration and strategic financial planning. From bolstering emergency funds to maxing out 401(k) contributions early in the year, they share practical steps to make the most of your windfall. 

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

0:00 – Intro

1:40 – Delta’s record profits

3:24 – What to do with it? 

7:57 – Final takeaways 

Delta Profit Sharing Article:

https://news.delta.com/delta-employees-receive-average-five-weeks-pay-annual-profit-sharing

Resources:

Schedule A Call with Scott: http://callosborn.com/

Scott's Book, A Pilot's Guide To Maximizing Wealth & Cashflow In Retirement: https://amzn.to/3xSn1ii

The Pilot's Planner Website: https://thepilotsplanner.com/

Watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@ThePilotsPlanner

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