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Pilots Journey Aviation Podcast
The Pilot's Journey Podcast discusses aviation, proficiency and enjoying the journey.
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In this episode we welcome special guest Nathan Carriker, discuss vortex generators, a product review, and more.
Posted on 24 January 2012 | 8:20 pm -
In this episode, the Stews discuss the SportCruiser LSA, tail wheel flying, Crew Resource Management (CRM), a product review, featured site and more.
Posted on 17 November 2011 | 8:39 am -
This month the crew reunites to catch up on Stu's new CFI rating, a "new" J3 cub added to Mike's hangar, and accident investigation training undertaken by Stew. We also have a product review and a few recommended books.
Posted on 11 October 2011 | 10:19 pm -
This month we welcome Lynda Meeks and Ron Klutts, both newly minted CFIs. We discuss the process of becoming an instructor, checkrides and learning to teach. We also have a product review and the winner of our last Aviation challenge.
Posted on 9 September 2011 | 6:44 pm -
This is a special AirVenture episode featuring a forum session conducted by Senator James M. Inhofe, presenting Senate bill 1335, The Pilot's Bill of Rights.
Posted on 28 August 2011 | 1:19 pm -
This is a special AirVenture episode featuring comments and stories related by the legendary Bob Hoover in a press briefing.
Posted on 3 August 2011 | 6:56 pm -
This month we're joined by Adam Fast, creator of OSHPlanner.com, to discuss how you can optimize your time at AirVenture. We also discuss FAA testing practices, flight training and a product review.
Posted on 17 July 2011 | 6:54 pm -
Steve Tupper AKA Stephen Force Steve Tupper, AKA Stephen Force, joins us as we discuss the movie AcroCamp, Civil Air Patrol and AirVenture. We also battle the Skype gods as Mike transitions between human and cyborg forms.
Posted on 4 June 2011 | 8:31 am -
PilotStu discusses exercising his Advanced Ground Instructor certificate, CFIStew plans his Instrument Proficiency Check in a Cessna 310, and Mike describes an Arrow that visited his field with severe engine issues.
Posted on 23 May 2011 | 9:08 pm -
The crew update us on what's happening (or not happening) in their flying adventures, and Mike describes the "christening" of his Cessna 206 N1505T. PilotStu introduces us to his latest ride, N87MT, an F33A Bonanza. The crew also welcomes back Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com. Jason is a CFI, author, new media producer, web entrepreneur, and most recently, survivor of Sun-n-Fun 2011. Jason joins us to discuss his experiences during the Sun-n-Fun tornado, training adventures, and his other recent aviation projects.
Posted on 11 April 2011 | 3:53 pm -
The crew welcomes Cary Grant (his real name), former Air Force pilot, captain for a major U.S. airline, Tri-pacer owner and FAASTeam member to discuss his career, flying and the FAA Safety Team.
Posted on 13 March 2011 | 7:00 pm -
In this episode, CFI Stew narrowly escapes disappearing from the FAA certificates database and Pilot Stu gives an update on Cardinal dings and his ground-bound and elusive Commercial ticket. Meanwhile Mike continues on yet another aviation adventure as he acquires N1505T, a 1966 Cessna 206 Turbo.
Posted on 19 February 2011 | 7:00 pm -
This episode we welcome Major John Baum, USAF. John has just completed a tour as left wing for the US Air Force Jet Demonstration Team, the Thunderbirds. He now prepares for new civilian adventures with Heavy Metal, an L39 Jet Demonstration Team and Air Combat Ace, a place where you can try your hand at dogfighting in an Extra 330.
Posted on 3 January 2011 | 8:17 pm -
A new Commercial Pilot! Hear the details of Mike's journey from new Instrument Pilot to Commercial Pilot in just over a week. Spurred on by Mikes achievement, Stu makes headway on his commercial ticket, and shares a new set of goals and opportunities for the coming months.
Posted on 30 November 2010 | 8:27 pm -
This episode AskACFI's Paul Tocknell joins the Stu's on a wide range of topics. A healthy discussion about logbooks (FSDO examination of them, where to keep them, not losing them and keeping them up to date), airport courtesy cars, sharing GA, picking a flight school (ATP School, Parts 61 and 141) and more.
Posted on 25 October 2010 | 9:00 pm -
This episode the Stus talk about cross country flying, knocking rust off, commercial flying, product review, featured web site and much more.
Posted on 24 September 2010 | 9:00 pm -
In this episode we hear about Mike's exciting journey to Twin Falls, ID, the site of his long awaited instrument checkride. We also discuss favorite AirVenture 2010 experiences and hear tales of Mike and Stew's epic journey in N225M, Product Review, and More!
Posted on 6 September 2010 | 7:00 pm -
This episode brings you Podapalooza 2010 from EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh. PilotStu, CFIStew and Mike join many other members of the Aviation Podcasts Network for a panel discussion on all things aviation. Kent Shook of the Pilotcast moderates the discussion (to the extent anyone can moderate a bunch of aviation podcasters).
Posted on 13 August 2010 | 3:00 pm -
This episode PilotStu, CFIStew and Mike discuss first impressions of AirVenture 2010 in Oshkosh, WI. For Stu, it is quite a bit different than 2009 in that the ground was so saturated from heavy rains that very few aircraft or recreational vehicles were able to get on the grounds. Mike and Stew were lucky in that Mike's N225M Cessna 182 qualifies for Vintage parking.
Posted on 7 August 2010 | 3:53 pm -
This episode we discuss CFI refreshers, preparations for Airventure, Stupid student pilot tricks, poker runs and more.
Posted on 30 July 2010 | 12:55 am -
This episode PilotStu and Mike welcome Kent Shook from the Pilotcast, and Adam Fast to discuss the FISKE VFR Arrival for Airventure 2010 in Oshkosh, WI. We also have an interview of Monika Petrillo, producer of the documentary film Flyabout which details her flight circumnavigating Australia.
Posted on 10 July 2010 | 8:34 pm -
In this episode Mike relates lessons learned from his instrument checkride and Stew describes watching an FAA King Air land gear-up. We also speak with Jason Schappert of Flying Across America, Product Reviews, Featured Site and More!
Posted on 29 June 2010 | 5:32 pm -
In this episode the crew talks about the ins and out of flight training, Padapalooza 2010, Featured Site ShortField.com, and special guest Michael Combs of Flight for the Human Spirit.
Posted on 19 June 2010 | 10:24 am -
In this episode the crew discusses IFR checkride preparation. Topics include checklist mnemonics - WIRE, the 6 (or 7) Ts, GRABCARD, Preparing for IFR Orals, what to expect during an IFR checkride. We also begin a new segement on product reviews - Brightline Flight Bags.
Posted on 31 May 2010 | 8:00 am -
In this episode the crew discusses MikeStuew's IFR flight planning for his epic journey to Texas. Also, CFIStew relives several of his Lost Comm experiences. PilotStu starts to get the hang of Lazy Eights, and uses every spare minute to use an iPhone/iPod Touch app for knowledge test study.
Posted on 26 April 2010 | 7:51 pm -
In this episode the crew discusses GPS approaches, while CfiStew asks MikeStuew three important questions relating to his GPS approach. We also discuss the pros and cons to ADF navigation, CFISTEW recalls stories of pilots doing illegal activities. PilotStu's steep spiral "clicks" and we learn why. Also tips and tricks for power off 180's, while MikeStuew uses the analogy, "My flight training was like going to catholic school."
Posted on 27 March 2010 | 4:47 pm -
In this episode Mike Hart, our guest from Episode 9, transitions from guest to co-host. The crew discuss the adventure of Idaho Mike's first annual, the thrills of IFR training the joys of a long cross-country, the dreaded ATC "prepare to copy a phone number," and the joys of listening to others on ATC.
Posted on 22 February 2010 | 11:27 am -
In this episode we talk to P.J. Gustafson, the Wings and Wheels Coordinator of The 1940 Air Terminal Museum at Houston's Hobby Airport. He describes the museum, its events and the 1958 Cessna 175 being raffled off this year.
Posted on 28 January 2010 | 6:51 pm -
In this episode we talk to David Kruger, president of The Aircraft Partnership Association. He describes how pilots can find other pilots in their area which might be a good fit for a joint aircraft ownership group.
Posted on 14 January 2010 | 6:49 pm -
In this episode we talk to Business Owner, Writer, and recent Aircraft Owner, Mike Hart, AKA Idaho Mike. He describes the process of choosing an aircraft, the purchasing process, and safety issues in picking up an unfamiliar aircraft for a long cross country flight home.
Posted on 14 November 2009 | 6:09 pm -
This episode finds Stew and Stu discussing flying jobs, personal flights and future plans.
Posted on 18 October 2009 | 2:16 pm -
This episode is the audio from Podapalooza 2009 as broadcast on EAA Radio at Airventure. Listen to many of your favorite aviation podcasters together in a live forum.
Posted on 12 September 2009 | 8:36 pm -
This episode we are joined by Bill Williams of the Student Pilotcast to discuss Airventure 2009 and to chide CFIStew into committing to attend Oshkosh in 2010.
Posted on 15 August 2009 | 5:00 pm -
This episode we talk with Michael Combs, who is planning a flight to all 50 US states in a light sport aircraft.
Posted on 16 July 2009 | 7:55 pm -
This episode we talk with Martt Clupper, founder of AirPigz.com and his ambitious project to build and fly a Volksplane in less than 120 days.
Posted on 18 June 2009 | 8:57 pm -
This episode we welcome Mr. Gordon Barnes, a former Captain that flew with Pan Am from 1948 to 1960, then a meteorologist for NBC and CBS affiliates in Tampa, New York and Washington D.C. He is now a ground and dispatch instructor with American Flyers in fort worth Texas.
Posted on 2 June 2009 | 8:46 pm -
Welcome to the Pilot's Journey Podcast, where we discuss aviation training and the steps involved in maintaining proficiency. Our goal with this podcast is to provide you with additional knowledge, and maybe a new spin on topics related to your training.
Posted on 15 April 2009 | 9:34 pm -
Welcome to the Pilot's Journey Podcast, where we discuss aviation training and the steps involved in maintaining proficiency. Our goal with this podcast is to provide you with additional knowledge, and maybe a new spin on topics related to your training.
Posted on 6 March 2009 | 2:08 pm
