Flight Training Australia Podcast

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! If you’ve ever been to an airshow in Australia lately, chances are you’ve seen this man in action—pushing his Wolf Pitts to its limits, delivering precision aerobatics, displaying pristine warbirds and putting on a show with his team that leaves crowds absolutely speechless. But behind those displays is a lifetime of work… from the early days of lea...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! RAAA Convention RPL Flight Test Tips and Tricks Support the show Email: info@trentrobinsonaviation.com.au Online Training http://courses.flighttrainingaustralia.com.au Affiliate Links: Pilot Logbook Digital Excel spreadsheet logbook for a one off payment. Podcast listeners get 20% Off!! Nav & Co Pilot Nav Bags - Get $10 off using the code FTAPOD...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Do you have an RPL flight test coming up? Well you're in the right spot. The ground component can be daunting but with some preparation you can sail through with flying colours!!! Next time we will finish it off with the flight component! RPL Flight Test Report Form Support the show Email: info@trentrobinsonaviation.com.au Online Training http:...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! The cost of operating in Australian aviation — whether you’re a student working toward your CPL, a private pilot trying to keep current, or an operator running a training fleet — has risen sharply over the past few years. It’s not one thing. It’s everything, all at once. And for a sector that was already running on tight margins before COVID, the co...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Well we did it!! 200 episodes is no mean feat. Thank you to everyone who has helped along the way, joined me on interviews, or just the most important part - you the audience!!! A huge thanks to all my supporters and Patrons, I couldn't do it without you!! We had to move locations due to the weather so apologies for the noise but I trust you wi...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! What’s actually happening in the job market right now The fuel situation — how will it affect GA? And I’ll finish with some highlights from my Airshow trip to NSW Interview with Phil Unicomb - Click HERE!! Top End Pilots Group Facebook Page Support the show Email: info@trentrobinsonaviation.com.au Online Training http://courses.flighttrainingaustral...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Today on the show I’m delighted to be joined by Aaron Kaplan — a seasoned aviation professional with deep experience in the helicopter sector and industry advocacy. Aaron is currently the Deputy HOO with United Aero Helicopters , where he’s built his career around helicopter flight training and operational excellence. Check out Aaron's LinkedIn...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Phil’s been flying since 1976. He’s competed in aerobatics since the 80s. He co-founded Action Aerobatics and helped produce around 40 state and national champions. He formed the Skyaces formation aerobatics team, flown everything from Harvards to jets, served as Chief Pilot and CFI at the Royal Newcastle Aero Club, runs Phil Unicomb Aviation, and i...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Imagine you’ve just lifted off. You’re passing 200 feet. Everything feels normal. Then the engine note changes. Not silence… not failure… just a rough, struggling loss of power. The aircraft is still climbing — but barely. Do you keep going? Turn back? Land ahead? In the next few seconds, the wrong decision can be fatal. Today we’re talking about th...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! You might already hold a night VFR rating, be working towards an instrument rating, or be planning to start one soon. And at some point in your training, someone will tell you that once you’re qualified, you’re “allowed” to fly at night. But today I want to challenge that idea. Because being allowed to fly at night, and being genuinely ready to fly...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Every flight instructor has faced the same moment. You see a student starting to unravel. Directional control is slipping, workload is climbing, and things are heading in the wrong direction. Instinct kicks in — you reach for the controls to “help”. That moment — the decision to assist rather than decisively take over — sits at the centre of a recen...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! I’ve been asking pilots a simple question: how well did your training actually prepare you for real-world flying? The answers have been confronting. Not because they’re emotional — but because they’re consistent. This episode isn’t about naming names. It’s about listening to what students are telling us, identifying the patterns, and asking whether...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Today we’re going to break down what CFIT and LOC-I actually mean , why they’re still such a stubborn problem, what the leading causes look like across airlines, helicopters, and general aviation , and how we train to mitigate them — including the tricky bit: risk versus reward in training , and where simulators genuinely move the needle. Support th...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Back in 2023 I spoke with our guests UPRT Australia's Shane Tobin and Jeremy Miller about UPRT training as a whole. Today we are going to talk specifically about stalling and stalling accidents, and the differences from the Day VFR Syllabus and the current Part 61 MOS and instructors understanding. UPRT Australia Website Up, Forward, In - Forma...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! I recap my Broome trip, Answer your questions plus an Exercise Pitch Black update for 2026 and your chance to win 1 of 10 free digital logbooks! GELP vs AELP Which Pathway is best for you? Support the show Email: info@trentrobinsonaviation.com.au Online Training http://courses.flighttrainingaustralia.com.au Affiliate Links: Pilot Logbook Digital Exc...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! In this episode we’re talking about something a little closer to home: Tropical Cyclone Fina , which has just passed through Darwin Nov 22nd. Patreon Black Friday sale - 30% off Patreon subscriptions - Code BLACKFRIDAY Support the show Email: info@trentrobinsonaviation.com.au Online Training http://courses.flighttrainingaustralia.com.au Affiliate Li...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Who can certify a logbook? RPL endorsements Best tips for CPL hour building And a few questions about me!   Support the show Email: info@trentrobinsonaviation.com.au Online Training http://courses.flighttrainingaustralia.com.au Affiliate Links: Pilot Logbook Digital Excel spreadsheet logbook for a one off payment. Podcast listeners get 20% Off!! Nav...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Air North Brasilia accident ATSB Report E55 Baron accident ATSB Report Patreon Discount Code - BIRTHDAY4 Pilot Logbook Digital Excel spreadsheet logbook for a one off payment. Podcast listeners get 20% Off!! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Em...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! The CAR 5 licensing system served Australian pilots for decades. But it’s now officially closed. As of 1 September 2025 CASA set this as the end of the simple conversion process. So if you haven’t converted, what now?? Plus I’ll run you through the process digital licences and medicals I’ll run you through the process. Support the show Email: info@t...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Too many pilots are being trained to pass a test , not to survive the real world. And that, my friends, is a serious problem. Today we’re talking Scenario-Based Flight Training — what it is, why it matters, and how we can implement it across all levels of flight training from recreational to commercial, IFR, and even instructor development. Support...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! In a short but significant ruling, Australia’s High Court has dismissed Corporate Air Charter’s appeal against a Full Federal Court decision confirming that standby duty is considered “work” and must be factored into a pilot’s average weekly hours. So what does this mean for pilots and operators? Support the show Email: info@trentrobinsonaviation.co...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! We discuss and train for inflight emergencies all the time. But have you ever really thought about what you would do in the event of an emergency or crash. landing? Do you have enough food and water? Do you know how to operate an ELT or EPIRB?? Nav & Co Flight Bag Lite - Use the coupon code FTAPODCAST for $10 off!! Support the show Email: info@t...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Today we’re diving into a topic that every pilot, from the brand-new student to the most seasoned airline captain, deals with every single flight: checklists, flows, and memory items. These tools are the backbone of cockpit discipline and standardisation—but when do you use a flow? When do you pull out the full checklist? And what about those memory...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Today we’re talking about something every single one of us can relate to — how to be a better pilot. Whether you’ve just passed your RPL, or you’ve been flying for decades, the truth is: none of us ever really stop learning. And that’s exactly what this discussion is about. What are the habits, the skills, and the attitudes that separate “average” p...

Would you like to know more? Flick me a message! Today we’re diving into job interviews for general aviation — what operators are really looking for, the top tips to stand out, and the technical questions you’ll need to be ready for and the most common mistakes being made. Support the show Email: info@trentrobinsonaviation.com.au Online Training http://courses.flighttrainingaustralia.com.au Affili...