Daniel Shanahan

Daniel Shanahan brings a unique dual perspective to the cockpit of financial planning. As an active pilot with Delta Air Lines, Daniel understands that navigating a career in aviation requires more than just technical skill, it requires a precise and forward-thinking financial strategy. He specializes in serving airline professionals, helping them translate the complexities of their industry into clear, actionable plans with the goal of creating long-term wealth.

“In aviation, we rely on checklists and clear flight paths to ensure success. I apply that same level of precision to my clients’ financial lives, helping they stay on course regardless of the economic weather.”

Daniel’s unique approach is rooted in his firsthand experience. Having spent years navigating the ranks of major aviation, he possesses a deep understanding of the specific financial levers that impact pilots: irregular income streams, complex contract cycles, and industry-specific benefit packages. He knows the nuances of pilot compensation because he lives them, allowing him to provide advice that is both highly practical and specialized. 

Daniel’s mission is to simplify the often-overwhelming financial decisions that come with an airline career. He excels at helping his peers manage retirement planning and long-term wealth building, providing a “flight plan” for financial stability that accounts for the unique risks and rewards of the profession. His clients value him as a peer who speaks their language and an advisor who handles their portfolios with the same precision and discipline required in the flight deck.

At True Vision Financial Advisors, Daniel serves as the firm’s specialist for aviation professionals. By bridging the gap between the flight line and the balance sheet, he empowers his clients to focus on their careers with the confidence that their financial future is planned for, well-managed, and headed in the right direction.

When he isn’t in the office or at 35,000 feet, Daniel remains a student of both the markets and the skies. He is passionate about helping his fellow pilots work towards the same level of stability in their personal lives that they maintain in the air.