Mike Shiflett
Flight Training The Way I See It
Flight Training - The Way I See It is a weekly podcast covering essential news, like regulation changes, Training Tips to improve your flying and Opinion on a variety of issues. Hosted by Mike Shiflett, Director of Training at CFI Bootcamp. There are recaps of major conferences and events, interviews with top people in the aviation industry and of course Mike's unique and at times edgy opinions on what's right and what's wrong in flight training. Always informative and always entertaining, tune in each week to get the latest Flight Training the Way I see it.
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Mike Shiflett
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Jun 30, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 50: Navigating FAA Updates & PHAK Preview, and Protips 29.04.2024 32:42
Settle into your cockpit as we unpack the latest aviation developments in our April 2024 newsletter review. Join us as we explore the newly unveiled Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, including significant changes to Airman Certification Standards (ACSs) and Practical Test Standards (PTSs), effective May 31, 2024. From revamped risk management protocols to insightful alterations in...
Episode 49: Smart Study Pro, Redbird Migration and Aviator Zone "Best Flight School" in the South East. 28.03.2024 32:42
In this episode, we unveil CFI SmartStudy Pro, a game-changing self-study method for CFIs. From Redbird Migration highlights to updates on FAA regulations, stay informed. Plus, learn why Aviator Zone reigns as the best flight school in the South East. Don't miss insights on the SAFE CFI-Pro program and essential ProTips for CFIs. Tune in now and elevate your aviation career! Available on all major...
Episode 48: CFI SmartStudy Pro Launches - A Game-Changer for Efficient and Comprehensive Study - PHL 172 - CFI Round Table 29.02.2024 32:05
Explore the need for mentorship in flight schools, as discussed by industry experts like Greg Brown, proposing a simple yet effective solution. In parallel, CFI Bootcamp's innovative CFI SmartStudy Pro emerges, revolutionizing instructor training with a comprehensive study approach. Stay updated with insights from the upcoming Redbird Migration conference in Houston, featuring discussions on ACSs,...
Episode 47: Owl 3 Unveiled, E6B Farewell Fiesta, New PHAK Buzz, and Teaching Older Pilots 29.01.2024 21:45
On this episode of "Flight Training The Way I See It" we share helpful, insightful, updates to the following below: 🦉 CFI Bootcamp Welcomes the Owl 3 Camera! Elevate your remote learning experience with the Owl 3 camera - now in all our classrooms! 🌐 Discover its 360-degree view and smart features 🎤 Seamless integration on Zoom for interactive sessions 🔗 Learn more at owllabs.com/products/me...
Episode 46: Redbird Migration, English Language Testing, Regional Hiring, and FAA Reauthorization 29.12.2023 35:52
🛫 Next CFI Class in Sunny Las Vegas! ☀️ 📅 January 8 - 14, 2024, at North Las Vegas Airport 🚀 Join our quarterly Initial CFI class - seats filling up fast! 🌐 In-person and remote learning options via Zoom available 📚 Secure your spot now at cfibootcamp.com ! 🛣️ FAA's Runway Incursion Avoidance Videos: Safety at the Forefront! 📺 Explore the latest FAA videos on runway incursion avoidance 📋 Ch...
Episode 45: January CFI Class, Runway Incursion Videos, and Oddities in Airspace 30.11.2023 28:20
📅 January CFI Class in Las Vegas: Join our quarterly Initial CFI class at North Las Vegas airport from January 8 - 14, 2024. Seats are filling up fast! Whether you prefer in-person or remote learning via Zoom, we've got you covered. Book now at cfibootcamp.com. 🛣️ FAA's Runway Incursion Avoidance Videos: Discover the FAA's latest efforts in creating insightful videos on runway incursion avoidance...
Episode 44: E6B Showdown: A Battle of Opinions, SAFE Mentor Group, and Airplane Training Options 31.10.2023 31:08
In this episode, we dive into the heated debate surrounding the E6B flight computer, SAFE's Mentorship Group, and Airplane Training Options. ⏳ 💭 Is the E6B still relevant in modern aviation training, or is it an outdated relic? Join us for a fiery discussion! 📰 Latest News from NAFI Summit (Oct 24-26) 🚀Catch up on the highlights from the NAFI Summit where CFI Bootcamp was in full attendance!...
Episode 43: Winter Flying Tips, Glide Slope Mastery, and Best Glide Angles | Pilot's Guide 28.09.2023 33:13
Welcome to another episode of "Flight Training The Way I See It," where we explore practical tips and valuable knowledge for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. On this episode, we dive into a range of topics that will enhance your understanding of aviation and improve your flying skills. ❄️ Segment 1: "Winter is Silly Putty Time" First, we explore an unconventional but effective winter flying hack i...
Episode 42: FAA Updates Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge & CFI Checkride Tips | Autumn Flying Delights 30.08.2023 36:21
📚 Explore the latest updates from the FAA with the release of a new version of the Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge. Find out what changes have been incorporated and what's on the horizon for aviation enthusiasts and pilots. Plus, get valuable insights on mastering the CFI checkride with tips on tackling demonstration stalls that might be new to you. 🔗 Subscribe to our newsletter: CFIB...
Episode 41: FAA's LSA Rule Change, Pilot Pass Rate Challenges, and Pro Tips for July 31.07.2023 28:53
🔗 Don't forget to check out our Newsletter on our website at https://www.cfibootcamp.com/monthlynewsletter/July-2023-%7C-newsletter for more informative content on flight instruction and training! Welcome to another episode of Flight Training the Way I See It. 🛩️ Light Sport Airplane Upgrade: Exciting news on the horizon! The FAA has proposed significant changes to Light Sport Airplanes (LSA) und...
Episode 40: Exciting Changes for Flight Instructors: New FARs, DPE Order Proposals, CFI Bootcamp in Vegas, and Pro Tips! 28.06.2023 28:27
🔗 Don't forget to check out our Newsletter on our website at https://www.cfibootcamp.com/monthlynewsletter/june-2023-%7C-newsletter- for more informative content on flight instruction and training! Welcome to another episode of Flight Training the Way I See It. 1️⃣ New FARs for Flight Instructors: We'll discuss proposed changes to the regulations, including the removal of expiration dates on fl...
Episode 39: New Jersey Flight Training, ForeFlight Tips & E6B Elimination 28.05.2023 36:12
Join CFI Bootcamp in June as they head to Trenton, NJ, to provide comprehensive training for CFIs and CFIIs at Mercer County Community College. Are you a ForeFlight user? Discover an engaging and visually appealing way to teach risk management by utilizing the Profile View feature. Accessible through the FPL flight planning section of ForeFlight, Profile View offers a cross-sectional representatio...
Episode 38: Key Takeaways from Redbird Migration, New Flight Training Conference, and PRO Tips for Pilots. 24.04.2023 39:41
On this episode of "Flight Training the Way I See It" (April 2023 Newsletter) we discus three takeaways from the Redbird Migration from the FAA, including exploring electronic pilot certificates, killing the expiration dates on CFI certificates, and MOASIC. We also share insights from CFI Bootcamp's presentations at Sun-n-Fun and Redbird Migration, including "How to make over $100K per year as a f...
Episode 37: Handbook Release Dates, FSANA Takeaways, Airman Committee, Tips of the Month 20.03.2023 46:16
Join us this month as we unpack FSANA's 2023 Flight School Conference based held in Orlando FL, with training updates and more. Mike speaks on behalf of Handbook Release dates, and the Airman Training and Testing Committee Meeting. Finally closing out the show we shed light on 3 additional pro tips of the month.
Episode 36: Aviation Instructor's Companion Guide, Bootcamp and FSANA, Best rate of climb, ACS latest Intel 21.02.2023 38:58
We made it though the first month of 2023! Join us and tune in with us this month as we crack open 3 new tips geard to improve your flying! Mike explains why he wrote a companion guide to the Aviation Instructor's Handbook, and discusses how the best rate of climb for an airplane is determined. We also speak on CFI Bootcamp's sponsor at FSANA and what our objectives are for attending. Last but...
Episode 35: ACS Changes, Maximizing your Training Results, Privat Pilot Pathway 28.01.2023 38:17
Join us as we enter the new year with insight into the changes of the Private, Instrument, and Commercial ACS'. We cover into depth ways to maximize your Accelerated Flight Training results, and announce an industry revolutionizing CFI Bootcamp product. Only to close out with 3 pro tips that you won't be able to find anywhere else. Want to learn more about our Accelerated CFI Training System? : ht...
Episode 34: Round Gauge vs Glass cockpits, FAA New Handbook, and 3 more Pro Tips 29.12.2022 23:14
With the holiday season upon us, great conversation and opinion are always a must. All you have to do is bring up Round Guage and Glass Cockpits airplanes. Together we shed light on which should be used for primary flight training and where the industry as a whole is leaning. Then we speak on the quiet release of the new FAA handbook and how it will impact training. It combines the previous Aviati...
Episode 33: Update on Basic Med, NAFI Summit Anouncement, MEI Lesson Plans from CFI Bootcamp, and a flying tip of the week... 27.11.2022 17:59
On this episode of Flight Training the Way I See it, Mike discusses the update on how Basic Med will soon be able to be used as SIC here in the near future! We cover NAFI's summit announcement, and the tremendous amount of MEI Lesson Plan development that has taken place here at CFI Bootcamp. Still haven't joined in for a Power Hour Lesson? We'll you are missing out! We have aired over 115 LIVE...
Episode 32: DPE Symposium, The New ACSs, Flying Hacks, 3 Pro Tips, and The Difference between part 141 and 61 03.11.2022 33:27
On this monthly episode of Flight Training the Way I See It, we cover the latest news from the DPE symposium from the begining of October, followed by updates from the FAA in regards to the new ACSs. We shed light on the reality behind "Flying Hacks" and in return give you 3 pro tips. Finally we close out this month's episode with the differences between part 141 and 61 schools.
Episode 31: Flight Training Conferences, Airplane Pro Tips, Flight Bag Essentials, Learning and or Teaching Airspace. 28.09.2022 31:39
On this monthly podcast of Flight Training the Way I See It, we discuss the most popular Flight Training Conferences, with webiste access, locations, and dates! We then transisiton into Pro Airplane Tips that every pilot should be conscious of with special insight into the must haves in every pilots flight bag. Finally we close off this months Newsletter with explaining the proper way to teach a...
Episode 30: Tips and Techniques to try in a Single-Engine Land Airplane, Radio Communications Technique, My Approach to Learning to Fly a New Plane, A New Book is in the Works. 22.08.2022 35:08
On this episode of "Flight Training the Way I See It" Mike gives tips and techniques to try inside a Single-Engine Land Airplane. Also, he sheds light on the sure ways of getting what you want through Radio Communications. He then dives deeper into Learning how to Fly a New Plane for those wanting to diversify your flying portfolio. We close off the show by disussion around bootcamp products and...
Episode 29: Finding Success at Accelerated CFI Training schools, CFI PTS, Electric Airplanes, Oshkosh 2022! 21.07.2022 38:03
On this episode of "Flight Training The Way I See It" we look at essential tips to ensure your prepared to tackle your Accelerated CFI Training. We then transition into using the CFI PTS correctly, and the speak on behalf of injection of Electric Airplanes into flight training. We close out the show with how to meet Mike at Oshkosh | Airventure 2022!
Episode 28: Studying for your CFI, Meeting Mike at EAA Airventure, Need CFI Training in your area, ELT Inspections and Battery Replacements. 29.06.2022 29:48
On this episode of Flight Training the Way I See it, we cover the steps on how to study for your CFI, meeting Mike at EAA Airventure, our push play 7 day CFI trianing sylabuss, and ELT Instpections and Battery Replacements.
Episode 27: Multi Engine Flying and teaching Tips, CFI Training on Your Own, and the Whys Behind the Steep Spiral. 24.05.2022 39:02
Do you want to stay up to date with the latest premium content and news from CFI Bootcamp? Go to Bootcamp + now and claim this 40% off offer. Code: Newsletter On this episode of Flight Training the Way I See it, Mike closes out our Multi-Engine Flying Tips and breaks down why CFI training can take a long time on your own. Then the conersation transistions into why the Steep Spiral is entered upwin...
Episode 26: FAA looking to eliminate expiration dates on flight instructor certificates, Paper vs. Electronic on Practical Tests, Significant Updates to CFI Bootcamps Resources are Being Updated and Released Soon and more... 18.04.2022 34:11
On this episode of Flight Training The Way I See It, Mike covers the topics of Instructor Certificate Expirations Dates, Paper vs. Electronic on practical test, CFI Bootcamp Product Updates and Releases, Multi-engine flying tips, and business opportunies nation wide. You can always learn more at www.cfibootcamp.com
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