96. What young pilots want, with Clay Simmons

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Richard Collins Writing for Young Pilots: https://airfactsjournal.com/2025/01/announcing-the-2025-richard-collins-writing-prize-for-young-pilots/
Clay’s winning article from 2024: https://airfactsjournal.com/2024/04/2024-collins-writing-prize-winner-blister-flight-six-pilots-and-an-angel/
Sporty’s 2025 Pilot Training Courses: http://sportys.com/discover

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Pilot's Discretion from Sporty's

96. What young pilots want, with Clay Simmons

Pilot's Discretion from Sporty's

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Richard Collins Writing for Young Pilots: https://airfactsjournal.com/2025/01/announcing-the-2025-richard-collins-writing-prize-for-young-pilots/
Clay’s winning article from 2024: https://airfactsjournal.com/2024/04/2024-collins-writing-prize-winner-blister-flight-six-pilots-and-an-angel/
Sporty’s 2025 Pilot Training Courses: http://sportys.com/discover

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98. From taildragger to Cirrus, with Shane Vande Voort 42:40

منذ 6 أيام42:40

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Whether it’s an open cockpit biplane or a brand new Cirrus, Shane Vande Voort says “good stick and rudder skills carry through into every airplane.” He explains why the Cirrus accident record has improved so much, how to teach modern avionics to new pilots, and why systems knowledge still matters. Shane also loves flying with family, so he talks about going up in an open cockpit biplane with his kids and taking a memorable flight to Kitty Hawk with his father in a Cessna 120. In the Ready to Copy segment, Shane shares his advice for taking checkrides, how taildragger flying helps jet pilots, and whether shock cooling is a myth. SHOW LINKS Shane’s articles on Air Facts: https://airfactsjournal.com/author/shanevandevoort/ Shane’s flight school: https://flyclassicaviation.com PilotWorkshops Mastery: https://pilotworkshop.com/products/vfr-mastery/…

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97. DC-3s, warbird pilots, and the art of flying, with Martha Lunken 52:44

منذ 20 يومًا52:44

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Few pilots have lived as interesting a life as Martha Lunken: from giving checkrides in DC-3s to teaching Neil Armstrong’s wife to fly, she has met some of aviation’s most colorful characters and flown some of aviation’s most iconic machines. She tells plenty of those fascinating stories in this episode—and shares some controversial opinions along the way. In the Ready to Copy section, Martha talks about what she would do as FAA administrator, flying the Lockheed Lodestar, and life as an accident investigator. SHOW LINKS: Martha on warbirds: https://www.flyingmag.com/pilots-places-pilots-adventures-more-unusual-attitudes-warbirds/ Martha’s book: https://www.sportys.com/unusual-attitudes-by-martha-lunken-paperback.html PilotWorkshops: https://pilotworkshop.com/…

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96. What young pilots want, with Clay Simmons 34:18

منذ 5 weeks34:18

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Over 40% of active student pilots are under age 30 and Clay Simmons is one of them (he even built a Carbon Cub at age 22). He explains the unique expectations this new generation of pilots has, how the GA industry can be more successful in reaching out, and why mentors are so important. Clay is also an active backcountry pilot, so he shares advice for pilots who want to fly taildraggers and explore off-airport destinations. In the Ready to Copy segment, Clay talks about homebuilding tips, campfire cooking, and great architecture. SHOW LINKS: Richard Collins Writing for Young Pilots: https://airfactsjournal.com/2025/01/announcing-the-2025-richard-collins-writing-prize-for-young-pilots/ Clay’s winning article from 2024: https://airfactsjournal.com/2024/04/2024-collins-writing-prize-winner-blister-flight-six-pilots-and-an-angel/ Sporty’s 2025 Pilot Training Courses: http://sportys.com/discover…

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95. How to be a good airline pilot, with Steve McNeilly 38:00

منذ 7 weeks38:00

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Not all airline careers are smooth, but veteran pilot Steve McNeilly says the rewards make the turbulence worthwhile. He talks about the value of building experience in piston twins, learning to land the Boeing 737, and what it means to be a professional pilot. Steve also built a full-scale Vulcan bomber simulator, so he talks about the process of building one-of-a-kind sims and explains why he’s so interested in jets from the 1950s. In the Ready to Copy segment, you’ll learn what it was like to fly the DC-8, why the A&P certificates are so hard to earn, and why playing music and flying airplanes are similar. Show Links: Vulcan pictures: https://www.avtutorials.com/vulcan_simulator/ The O’Hare Comet story: https://youtu.be/NjkO-8OUMYQ Sporty’s 2025 Pilot Training Courses: http://sportys.com/discover…

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94. Lessons learned from the T-38, with Matt Johnson 39:08

منذ 9 weeks39:08

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The legendary T-38 Talon has been the aerial classroom for generations of Air Force pilots, and Matt Johnson spent many hours teaching there. He shares what he learned from that time, including the benefits of standardization, the importance of pre-flight briefings, and when to let a student make a mistake. These days Matt flies a Citation and a Lancair IVP, so he talks about applying those Air Force lessons to GA operations, and some mistakes he’s made along the way. In the Ready to Copy segment you’ll learn how to give a good discovery flight, what SR-71 pilots called the airplane, how cold it really is in his hometown of Fargo, North Dakota. SHOW LINKS: Matt’s articles on Air Facts: https://airfactsjournal.com/author/mattjohnson/ Matt’s recent article at Aviation Safety: https://www.avweb.com/features/behind-the-airplane/ Sporty’s Pilot Training+ membership: https://sportys.com/pilottraining…

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93. Modern day hangar flying, with blancolirio's Juan Browne 40:58

منذ 11 weeks40:58

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Juan Browne has flown everything from Air Force jets to vintage biplanes, but he’s best known for his accident analysis channel on YouTube, blancolirio. In this wide-ranging episode, he describes his unique approach to researching crashes and explains why he thinks all pilots can learn from others’ misfortunes. Juan also talks about his varied flying career, including fighting fires with the US Forest Service, flying C-141s all around the world, and life as an international airline pilot. In the Ready to Copy segment, Juan tells us what he’s changed his mind about since starting his channel, flying the open-cockpit Waco, and the best place to eat in Sydney, Australia. SHOW LINKS: Blancolirio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blancolirio Juan Browne on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/787639 Sporty's Pilot Training+ membership: https://sportys.com/pilottraining…

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92. Why new avionics require new skills, with Garmin’s Jessica Koss 35:35

منذ 13 weeks35:35

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Advanced avionics are changing GA airplanes, but all that technology is useless if you don’t know how to use it. Jessica Koss, Garmin’s chief flight instructor, shares her time-tested tips for avionics mastery in this episode, from understanding integrated panels to managing autopilots. She also talks about the latest Garmin technology, like Emergency Autoland and touchscreen panels in jets. In the Ready to Copy segment, Jessica describes what it’s like to land with auto-throttles, explains how to teach better ground schools, and shares her pick for the best barbecue in Kansas City. SHOW LINKS: Garmin Aviation Training: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/aviation/training/ Garmin ESP: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/blog/aviation/understanding-garmin-electronic-stability-protection-esp/ Sporty’s 2025 Pilot Training Courses: https://www.sportys.com/learntofly…

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91. Why owner-performed maintenance is essential, with Jeff Simon 48:07

منذ 15 weeks48:07

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A critical shortage of A&Ps means airplane owners have no choice but to get involved in maintenance. Mechanic, pilot, and writer Jeff Simon explains how to get started, how to find the right shop, and what the impact could be from proposed FAA rules on remote maintenance. Jeff is also the founder of SocialFlight, so he shares his tips for keeping flying fun and involving family in the adventure—including his “no magenta line” trip. In the Ready to Copy segment, Jeff talks about why you should never jump start a dead battery, why the compass is no longer needed, and his lessons learned from building an airplane in his living room. Remote maintenance rules: https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2024/october/17/faa-puts-disruptive-determination-on-hold Five rules of engine monitoring: https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2022/november/07/aircraft-maintenance-the-five-pillars-of-engine-health-monitoring SocialFlight on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SocialFlight Sporty’s 2025 Pilot Training Courses: https://www.sportys.com/learntofly…

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90. How to abolish the 3rd class medical, with Brent Blue 38:51

منذ 17 weeks38:51

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The success of BasicMed proves the third class medical is obsolete—that’s according to senior AME Brent Blue. He covers a wide range of medical topics in this episode, including how to fill out the FAA medical application, what the latest rules are on mental health treatment, and whether new drugs like Ozempic are safe for pilots. Dr. Blue is also a leading advocate for pulse oximeters and carbon monoxide detectors, and he shares his rules of thumb for using both in the cockpit. In the Ready to Copy segment, you’ll hear why patients need to occasionally say no, a simple habit for healthy living, and what it’s like to fly a Canadian bushplane. LINKS: Brent’s AOPA articles: https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/articles-by-author/brent-blue Video on pulse oximeters: https://youtu.be/pOEBoeuyR0U Sporty’s 2025 Pilot Training Courses: https://www.sportys.com/learntofly…

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89. The state of the homebuilt market, with Marc Cook 42:44

منذ 19 weeks42:44

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Experimental airplanes make up an increasingly large share of the general aviation market, and Marc Cook knows that world better than anyone. He traces the history of homebuilts, from the radical plans of the 1980s to the refined kits of today, and describes the current state of the industry. He also talks about the causes of Van’s recent bankruptcy ordeal, and shares why he’s very optimistic about the upcoming MOSAIC rule—but also why it won’t lead to $20,000 airplanes. In the Ready to Copy segment, Marc names the biggest mistake homebuilders make, chooses the most underrated experimental airplane, and explains why riding motorcycles and flying airplanes requires the same approach to risk. LINKS: Kitplanes magazine: https://www.kitplanes.com/ MOSAIC update video: https://youtu.be/9FfylxAuK3c Sporty’s 2025 Pilot Training Courses: https://www.sportys.com/learntofly…

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88. What’s new in flight simulators, with Evan Reiter 33:20

منذ 21 weeks33:20

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Home flight simulators can be valuable training tools, and they don’t necessarily teach bad flying habits. Evan Reiter, co-founder of the Flight Simulator Association, shares the data to back up those statements in this sim-centric episode. He also explains why virtual ATC services are so important for simulator pilots, and he offers a preview of the highly anticipated Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. In the Ready to Copy segment, Evan (who is also an airline pilot) talks about his favorite flight sim hardware, how to sound better on the radio, and the surprising way flying helps him on the ski slopes. LINKS: Flight Sim Association research: https://flightsimassociation.com/report Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: https://www.flightsimulator.com/microsoft-flight-simulator-2024/ Sporty’s Pilot Training+ membership: https://www.sportys.com/sportys-pilot-training-plus.html…

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87. Preventing loss of control accidents, with Randy Brooks 42:16

منذ 23 weeks42:16

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New technology has made flying safer over the last two decades, but it hasn’t done much to prevent loss of control accidents. These are still the number one cause of fatalities in aviation, and according to upset prevention instructor Randy Brooks the only answer is better pilot training. He explains why upset training is different from aerobatics, why your first instinct should be to push, and why simulators aren’t a replacement for pulling Gs. Randy is also a longtime airshow pilot, so in the Ready to Copy segment he talks about flying formation aerobatics, what it’s like to perform an airshow in a glider, and flying the L-39 jet trainer. APS training courses: https://apstraining.com/ Video of a UPRT flight: https://youtu.be/cVsicldklTY Sporty’s Pilot Training+ membership: https://www.sportys.com/sportys-pilot-training-plus.html…

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86. Airline industry predictions, with Courtney Miller 44:28

منذ 25 weeks44:28

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Is the post-pandemic boom over for the airlines? Industry analyst and former airline pilot Courtney Miller says the answer is both yes and no. He talks about which airlines are winning and losing in 2024, whether pilot salaries have overshot, and what to make of Boeing’s latest struggles. In the Ready to Copy segment, Courtney explains why oil prices don’t affect air fares, why the 737 MAX was not a mistake, and how to lie with statistics. LINKS: Visual Approach Analytics: https://visualapproach.io/ Boeing vs. Airbus safety: https://visualapproach.io/does-data-show-boeing-is-unsafe/ Sporty’s Pilot Training+ membership: https://www.sportys.com/sportys-pilot-training-plus.html…

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85. Flying seaplanes in the Bahamas, with Paul Harding 34:29

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Paul Harding bought a seaplane before he was even a pilot, but went on to log 14,000 hours flying on floats all around the Bahamas. In this fun episode, he shares the details of that fascinating career, with tips on flying seaplanes, learning to fly later in life, and exploring the Out Islands. In the Ready to Copy segment, Paul talks about flying with celebrities, how to determine wind direction without a windsock, and the best food to eat in the Bahamas. LINKS: Paul’s articles at Air Facts: https://airfactsjournal.com/author/paulharding/ Paul’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Sharks-Runway-Seaplane-Fifty-Year-Bahamian/dp/1911525239 Sporty’s Pilot Training+ membership: https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/real-pilot-stories/no-go-around Podcast survey: ⁠ https://sportys.survey.fm/pilot-s-discretion-survey⁠…

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84. Living the Cirrus Life, with Todd Simmons 47:44

منذ 29 weeks47:44

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A quarter of Cirrus customers are not pilots when they buy their airplane. Todd Simmons explains how the company succeeds with these non-pilots, including their focus on enabling a lifestyle instead of just selling specs, providing a complete ownership solution, and tackling safety head-on. Todd is also a passionate backcountry pilot, so he talks about the risks and rewards of that type of flying, including what he learned from being involved in a serious accident. In the Ready to Copy segment, Todd talks about the power of social media, the most important skill for safe taildragger flying, and which college football team in Georgia is best. LINKS: - The Cirrus Life: https://cirrusaircraft.com/cirrus-life/ - Todd’s Real Pilot Story: https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/real-pilot-stories/no-go-around - Recreational Aviation Foundation: https://theraf.org - Sporty’s Pilot Training+ membership: https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/real-pilot-stories/no-go-around…

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