Pilot Briefing - Aviation Podcast

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Aug 2, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about:  Why the FAA is standing by the directive that created flight training crisis, GAMI receives unleaded avgas STC, diversity is in demand as the FAA seeks ATC job applicants, Joby stretches its EVTOL legs, and catch up on everything you missed at AirVenture!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 26, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA turns to Congress to solve FAA-created flight training crisis, Western wildfire smoke is affecting weather in some Eastern states, Take a private tour of Orbis Flying Eye Hospital at AirVenture, BasicMed Report five years later, and the FAA certifies next-generat...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 19, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: FAA prosecutors pursuing CFIs providing training for 'free', military exercise set for August in Wisconsin Michigan airspace, FAA orders stabilizer inspections of Grumman singles, Joby to advance carbon credits with Jetblue, Signature, and teen secures solo circumnavi...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 12, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about:  The FAA Registry's digital upgrade is set for an October launch, AOPA and COPA are urging Canada to accept BasicMed pilots, aviation groups speak out against a dangerous airport precedent, acclaimed CFI Wally Funk is finally punching her ticket to space, and a new fl...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 5, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: The AOPA Foundation's Curriculum earning an important accreditation, tips for flying to AirVenture, DPE reform report reflects 'clean sheet' approach, billionaires race to space, and British teen makes a circumnavigation record attempt.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 28, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: The FAA stepping up its confidential safety reporting, a new bill that would leave Ligado on the hook for GPS interference costs and damages, aviation groups are urging Congress to protect the FAA in case of a shutdown, more buy-in for Bye Aerospace electric twin, and...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 21, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: An advocacy win will improve pilot records database, Massachusetts landing fee bill hearing set, House passes bills to expedite airport upgrades, improve NOTAMS, Sullenberger nominated as ICAO Ambassador, and check out the new historical fiction novel on Bessie Colema...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 14, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Aviation groups that are displeased with the FAA's viewpoint on flight training implications of Warbird case, Connecticut's Hartford-Brainard Airport faces a closure threat, hangars are in high demand, Icon shareholders file suit, AOPA Foundation receives the highest...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 7, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Biden's proposed budget which includes an increase for FAA and aviation programs, AOPA is alerting members about a Massachusetts landing fee bill, AOPA's 2021 You Can Fly Challenge is underway, CAU has established $1 million in scholarships, and Garmin Autoland awarded...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 31, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: the FAA released a final rule on pilot records database, aviation groups want to help implement real-time SUA notifications, House introduces a companion bill to advance aviation, the FAA says signal received about GPS jamming worries, and one Maryland airport embraces...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 24, 2021. In this episode, you will learn more about: Signs of recovery in aircraft shipment report, Dillingham tenant evictions delayed as lease talks continue, AOPA awards 41.1 million to 2021 scholarship winners, rudder misapplication cited in fatal King Air crash, and one pilot takes a 'spectacular' flight across the...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 17, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA’s fight for airport transparency wages on, AOPA opposes $1,000 'climate fee' for Massachusetts landings, pipeline aerial patrols stepped up as fuel crisis eases, Tucker's Oracle Challenger III arrives at the Smithsonian, and a new virtual reality training device f...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 10, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Un-funneling air travel, Foreflight’s Fly-Out that focuses on airports in the west, the industry is getting excited about AOPA Aviator Showcases, AOPA Flight Training Experience Survey opens May 15, and ASI's latest video on avoiding hard landings.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 3, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA opening its 2021 weather survey, the FAA launching its forty-third annual GA survey, former flight service specialists settle claims against the DOT and the FAA, B-25 Panchito connects father and son 75 years later, and check out AOPA's Annual Report.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 26, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Why AOPA and other aviation groups are asking the FAA for clarification on flight training rules, how Bye Aerospace is challenging turboprops with an electric eight-seater, when ATP is expecting 25 low-wing trainers for delivery, why AOPA is encouraging drone pilots...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 19, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA’s work to continue improving ramp transparency, a recent survey that predicts continued aviation job growth, what steps the U.S. Air Force Demo Squadron took to launch a new show, what the NTSB found regarding the mishandled B-17G emergency, and check out aopa.o...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 12, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: The latest testing requirements for vaccinated domestic travelers, what the NTSB is asking for in its latest Most Wanted List, how AOPA is helping pilots and owners in West Virginia save money, what the FAA is asking for from two Florida airports, and the latest on t...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 5, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: How AOPA is working with the FAA to end the ACS logjam, tips for pilots conducting 'complaint' self-briefings, a new device that helps simulate clouds for instrument training, a fuel additive shortage looms, and AME guidance is released for pilots who have had COVID-1...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 29, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Why the FAA recently shared new sample knowledge test questions, why AOPA wants to have glider pilots squawk 1202 for all VFR ops, more about iFlightPlanner updating fuel prices daily in AOPA products, GIFT Academy will be holding an event in June in Wisconsin, and T...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 22, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: How AOPA is working to ramp up GA parking transparency, Redbird has released its latest flight training survey results, AOPA seeks to ensure airshows have access to vital relief, AOPA is also helping to spread the word on laser safety, and a new report offers insight...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 15, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA works toward a solution to GPS jamming, Bye Aerospace hints at an electric powered twin, a pro-aviation tax bill is being considered in Connecticut, GA Award winners will be honored at AirVenture, and Michael Goulian has been named Chair of AOPA Foundation's Hat...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 8, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Why AOPA leaders are meeting virtually to discuss the state of general aviation, momentum is growing to keep Dillingham Airfield open, why the FAA is pressuring Santa Clara County to abide by grant obligations, how the FAA is testing airport drone defenses, and AOPA i...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 1, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: a new GAO report that reviews the FAA's flight-sharing policies, industry groups are urging the FAA to release delayed airman certification standards, a working group is making progress on DPE system reforms, manufacturing execs weigh in on aviation's outlook, and an...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Feb 22nd, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: The FAA launching its forty-third annual GA survey, VFR charts to go on a 56-day cycle, why several aviation groups are asking Mexico to reverse rules on experimental aircraft, AOPA and FAA medical leaders meet, and aviation celebrates Bessie Coleman!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Feb 15th, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Why the FAA issued an international NOTAM regarding COVID-19, what aviation groups oppose the idea of domestic air travel coronavirus testing, ERAU releases study on gender, racial bias in aviation, AOPA Aircraft Guide launches, and retired Air Force Lt. Col. Vaucher...