Pilot Briefing - Aviation Podcast

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Feb 8th, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: How the FAA created gateways for new Presidential TFR, why a community group is working to save East Hampton Airport, learn more about the new FAA certified Extra NG, AOPA announces its next Sweepstakes airplane, and you could be an astronaut!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Feb. 1st, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: How the FAA is accepting applications for its Aviation Workforce Grants, ATP and Frontier Airlines team up for a new pilot pathway program, hear how one device allowed for a nonstop flight from Maine-to-Florida, the AOPA Foundation names Schiff Chairman of the AOPA L...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of January 25th, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Why the FCC continues to push plans for Ligado forward, a new app that simplifies online searches for FAA docs, Florida company Air Journey begins Caribbean tours, and one lucky pilot and AOPA Member gets the surprise of a lifetime.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of January 18th 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: New alternatives for aircraft propulsion, updates for the 'Save Dillingham' Airfield effort, details about a new requirement to enter the U.S. by air, AOPA partners with Ross Perot Jr. to provide even more scholarships, and AOPA's plans to honor pioneers in aviati...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of January 11th, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: Why aviation groups are asking for a third pandemic SFAR, why owners of private-use airports need to update their information ASAP, what Congress is asking the Department of Defense to study in order to safeguard GPS,  this new rule will help support supersonic a...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Jan. 4, 2021. In this episode you will learn more about: the AOPA-championed effort to push the real-time status of military operations areas into the cockpit, two final rules affecting unmanned aircraft operations, ATC delays over the holidays, AOPA’s You Can Fly makes sure you don’t fly rusty in 2021, and a wrap up of GA g...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Dec 21st, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: How AOPA joined industry efforts to promote best charter practices, Congress approves funding aviation in a combined bill, how election results will affect the aircraft market, another aviation event canceled – this time for 2021, and Kansas establishes a test corrid...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Dec 14th, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: What the FAA decided about the COVID-19 vaccine and flying, how insurance relief might be available for some pilots, why AOPA is asking pilots if the SFAR was effective enough, the FAA is reaching out to operators of numerous Piper Aircraft as a safety precaution, an...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Dec 14th, 2020! In this episode you will learn more about: The FAA's decision to allow pilots and ATC to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, how insurance relief might be available for some pilots, why AOPA is asking pilots if the SFAR was effective enough, why the FAA is reaching out to operators of numerous Piper Aircraft as a s...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Dec. 7th, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: Why Honeywell is reporting the COVID-19 downturn could be short-lived, how the FAA and EU regulators are expanding aviation safety agreements, applications for AOPA’s You Can Fly program scholarships are now open, check out ASI’s newest Real Pilot Story, and check ou...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Nov. 30th, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: Why aviation groups are working to protect warbird flight training, why the U.S. is seeing more ATC Zero events, what a new FAA required wing inspection means for certain Piper owners, why members are being asked to weigh in on an Alaska radar plan, and learn why Sa...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Nov. 22nd, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: Will computers ever fly alone?, AOPA hosts a successful online High School Aviation STEM Symposium, a new 5G bandwidth battle arises, how aviation is helping veterans adjust to civilian life, and AOPA Weather now available online and via AOPA’s app.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Nov. 16th, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: Why Pilots are weighing in on the FAA's records database, how Florida is fostering a flock of future flyers, avionics sales hit by the coronavirus pandemic, a STOL contest headlines new Sun ‘N Fun holiday event, and meet U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Anthony Lawrence!

Georgia MOA proposal that raises safety concerns, an AD to mandate Cessna tail cone and stabilizer inspections, travel somewhere tropical with AOPA's new pilot guides, these NASA pilots help guide telescope that spotted water on the moon, and this 19-year-old pilot is already making plans to be the first person to walk on Mars!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Nov 2nd, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: A multi-industry coalition letter to the Senate about Ligado, AOPA works to save this Oahu airport, scholarships keep flying dream alive for youngsters, AOPA's High School Aviation STEM Symposium goes virtual,  and Dogs are this doctors co-pilot!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Oct 26th, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA’s Air Safety Institute releases latest Nall Reports, GA leaders meet at Redbird Migration online, Hayward Air Rally beats COVID-19 and wildfires, Able Flight pursues drone training options, and AOPA investigates FlyThisSim complaints.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Oct 19th, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: Boeing’s Pilot and Technician Outlook predicts a drop in demand, FAA calls new attention to older Piper PA-28 fuel selector valves, BasicMed reaches 60,000 pilots, Colorado group presses public benefit of seaplanes, and one young pilot STOL the show!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Oct 12, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA and NBAA ask pilots about FAA’s proposed pilot records database rule, manufacturers praise FAA action on standards, momentum grows for the creation of the National Center for the Advancement of Aviation,  proposed immigration rule could impact flight training, and...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Oct 5, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: the FAA revising pandemic related special federal aviation regulations, Tamarack announces an expansion, the U.S. Marine Corps issues a call for former Marine aviators to return, an all-electric aircraft racing league is announced, and a professor from Ohio State wins t...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Sept 28, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: the Dept. of Homeland Security extends cross-border travel restrictions, AOD Flyover scrubbed for weather, Seattle Avionics is acquired, Western wildfires continue to cause massive destruction, and AOPA shares airport and nearby restaurant food guide.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Sept 21, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about Hurricane Sally closing airfields in the Gulf Coast, how aviation played a key role in fighting Western wildfires, a new seaplane base opens in Colorado, and AOPA recognizes its 150th flying club.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Sept 14, 2020. In this episode, you will learn more about why the FAA plans to open applications online for two workforce development grant programs, how you can join a 50 state GA relay honoring front line workers, how AOPA pilots engaged to help protect CA airports, why one PA-12 accident is prompting a rudder failure inqu...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Sept 7, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA and six other organizations support an amended SFAR, AOPA brings back medical-expert panel, Congress urges DOT and FAA to release funds for workforce program, one Colorado airport supports fighting off a 32,000-acre wildfire, and pilots and aircraft owners buy Moo...

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Aug 31, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: Why GA airports are vital to fighting wildfires in California, Hurricane Laura strikes Louisiana hard, NTSB Vice Chairman gets three more years,  Alaskan pilots test new weather tools, and ASI examines costliest insurance claims. 

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of Aug 24, 2020. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA announces first You Can Fly Champions, flight instructors deemed essential workers, one Detroit airport is getting some multi-million-dollar upgrades, AOPA monitoring fuel issues in Brazil, and the last call for You Can Fly Challenge donations!