Pilot Briefing - Aviation Podcast

  Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 11, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:    Baker briefs Congress on the state of general aviation Denver airport chief nominated to lead FAA AOPA announces alliance to cross-promote complementary aviation organizations Final report on fatal Snodgrass accident released Elixir to debut at AirVenture      

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 11, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:   Shockwave jet truck driver dies in crash at airshow; Signature Aviation buys TAC Air; Garmin GI 275 available for Robinson helicopters; SkyFly announces Axe homebuilt EVTOL ‘Ask the A&Ps’ live at AirVenture    

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 4, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:     Airlines hike pilot pay  Kent State University team wins Air Race Classic Pilot examiner reform advances Van's Aircraft celebrates 50 years AOPA Foundation awards more than 130 flight training scholarships

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 27, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:     Lap around the patch in new Super Patriot ForeFlight issues Sentry Plus; FAA issues notam guidance; Bahamas lifts travel health visa requirement ZeroAvia, Otto Aviation team for hydrogen-electric future    

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 20, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:    Airline hiring hits record high; Amazon announces intent to begin drone package delivery Iowa approves sales tax exemption for aircraft parts, labor County found lead levels OK Olympians fly GA    

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 13, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:    AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION RELIEF ON THE WAY;   AOPA INTRODUCES POKER RUN NATIONAL FLIGHT CHALLENGE   GA PILOT BUSTS TFR; PRESIDENT EVACUATED   Happy father’s day   make a difference through the you can fly challenge  

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 6, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Bahamas delays Click2Clear customs rollout   AOPA Air Safety Institute releases early analysis vide of STOL accident   FAA invites public comment on drone recommendations   AOPA urges crucial funding for New Jersey airports   Lilium EVTOL transitions to winged flight...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 30, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Tragedy halts Nebraska STOL event; AOPA Aviator Showcase moves to the fall; Supply chain woes continue; AOPA urges the Bahamas to delay confusing Click2Clear program for private aviators;    

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 23, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Why the FAA is adding staff, a passenger with no flying experience lands an aircraft, the Aerospace Center for Excellence names a new director, awarding worthy endeavors, and (not all) pistons remain popular.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 16, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: An avgas coalition expressing concerns about the unsafe elimination of 100LL, the FAA pumps the brakes on eVTOLS, hard landings prompt Gulfstream operation limitations, the FAA is standardizing hot spot symbology, and partnering for a hydrogen-powered future.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 9, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA curriculum in national spotlight; WASP eightieth homecoming at Avenger Field draws an admiring crowd; AOPA comments on proposed drug testing changes: Life limit on Superior Air Parts cylinders extended further; Sensenich announces TC for carbon fiber ground-adjusta...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 2, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Red Bull stunt to be investigated by FAA, Minnesota airport renamed for hometown pilot, Aero Friedrichshafen returns, Remember the "Candy Bomber', and check out all of AOPA’s podcasts!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 25, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:  FAA revokes YouTuber’s pilot certificate; FAA announces pilots can track medical certificates in real time; Pilots push for helicopter wake turbulence awareness Bessie Coleman to appear on U.S. quarter in 2023; Virginia flight school airdrop raises more than $17,000...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 18, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Why AOPA is issuing an urgent call to support Hartford-Brainard Airport, Van's Aircraft celebrates 50 years, the FAA withdraws proposed Grumman AD, Tecnam announces a new trainer, and AOPA leaders brief pilots at Sun 'n Fun!

  Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 28, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: GAMI reports unleaded fit for big block engines; Daher debuts TBM 960; Washington state flight instructor named national CFI of the year; Textron announces Bonanza gross weight increase; Flight Design expects FAA certification of F2.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 4, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA announces its 2022 events, the FAA names an acting administrator, a Virginia tax bill falls short, learn more about the airdrop for Ukraine effort, and you can build an airplane in one week at Airventure.

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing podcast for the week of March 28, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Aviation job postings continuing to soar; Aviation excellence honored; ForeFlight upgrades terrain awareness; Women in Aviation conference inspires, connects; Teens solo eight airplanes on back-to-back birthdays.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 21, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Textron buys Pipistrel, uAvionix is acquired by DC Capital Partners, ATP, United Aviate Academy choose Frasca, EAGLE Coalition advances unleaded fuel future, and city council presses on to close historic Connecticut airport.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 14, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: FAA takes more practical approach to instrument rating requirements; CubCrafters supports Ukrainian refugee relief; Student handles throttle problem on final; Speedy avionics installations for buiders;NetJets sets sights on eVTOL market with Lilium.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 7, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Aircraft manufacturers with facilities in Ukraine under threat; Crash kills member of IAC family; Commutair announces improvements to pilot contract; Senator, longtime GA advocate James Inhofe to retire in January 2023; Student pilot ditches airplane in Savannah River...

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of February 28, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Industry rallies to make GA lead-free by 2030; Aircraft industry roars back; Cayman Islands welcome GA travel; Amelia Earhart's flight cap auctioned for more than $800,000; Joby eVTOL prototype involved in accident.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of February 21, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: FAA chief to step down March 31; Berlin Candy Bomber dies at 101; New leader named for Sun 'n Fun; Garmin updates Inreach Mini; Recent aircraft break-ins, thefts, highlight value of awareness.  

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of February 14, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Alton Bay ice runway now open; Test of Honeywell collision avoidance tech a success; Sporty's, Patty Wagstaff partner on tailwheel course; Embry-Riddle trims student start to solo time by 30 percent; 2021-2022 Flight Training Experience Awards winners announced.  

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of February 8, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: NTSB calls for carbon monoxide alerting requirement; Father-daughter student pilots solo on the same day; AOPA supports proposed expansion of BasicMed for safety pilots; Texas’ Midland Airpar;k to remain open; FAA's Dickson updates Congress on 5G progress

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of January 31, 2022, In this episode you will learn more about: Zara Rutherford completes solo-earthrounding flight; FAA proposes airworthiness directive for certain Cessna 120, 140 models; Icon names new interim CEO; Engstrom closes up shop; Rusty pilots return to the skies.