Wayne Allen

Try Not to Crash

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"Try Not To Crash." The last thing my instructor said when I went solo. Sound familiar? Welcome to the only flying podcast where the pilot's still figuring it out. Some pilots like to think they know everything. Some people think they do. Me, I'm still looking for the checklist, still trying to remember which end of the runway to take off from. Try Not To Crash is for everyone who's still learning, which is all of us. I'm Wayne. I learned to fly in my early fifties, and I own a one-fifth share in a Cessna 172 called KK, based at Elstree just north of London. I'm a private pilot, not an instru...

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Wayne Allen

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3 Years as a Pilot - where did I go wrong? 05.01.2025 10:22

Send us Fan Mail What if the thrill of soaring through the skies is occasionally shadowed by the turbulence of criticism and life’s obligations? Join me, Wayne, as I take you on a journey through the highs and lows of my adventures as a private pilot on the Try Not To Crash podcast. On this special episode, marking three years since I earned my Private Pilot License, I get candid about the challen...

Try not to Crash -- The rest is easy. 05.01.2025 2:11

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Try Not To Crash, my journey into the aviation work as a 55 year novice pilot. Join me, as I humorously recount my journey through the world of general aviation in the UK. From the whims of weather to the quirks of my trusty Cessna, flying isn't as straightforward as it might seem. I'm not your go-to for aviation news or crash analyses, but I promise a genui...

Missing in Action :: Where's Wayne been??? 09.04.2024 6:09

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever had those days when the universe seems to conspire against you, grounding your plans and testing your patience? Well, strap in and tune in, because that's been the theme of my life recently! I'm Wayne from Whiskey Alpha Pilot, and it's high time we caught up. I've been dodging business curveballs and wrestling with the British weather gods, which...

The Price of Take-Off: Unveiling the Financial Journey of Private Pilot Training 01.04.2024 15:38

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how heavy your wallet needs to be to take to the skies? Buckle up, as I take you on a financial voyage into the world of pilot training. From the adrenaline-pumping trial flight that kickstarts your logbook to the nuanced selection of an aircraft that suits your stature and budget, like my trusty PA-28, I try to cover it all. I offer practical tips on how to navigate...

Navigating Your Path to the Pilot's Seat: Insights into Starting Flight Training 10.03.2024 18:35

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever dreamt of touching the clouds and commanding the skies? Your journey to the captain's seat begins here, as I help to unfold the map to your flying aspirations. The runway to the skies is paved with crucial decisions—starting from your trial flight to selecting the right flight school. With a blend of personal experiences and not an expert advice, I navigate thr...

Top Tips for Student Pilots 03.02.2024 4:57

Send us Fan Mail Top tips that every student pilot should know before starting learning to fly. There is lots of advice out there, but these are a few tips that I found hightly useful in my quest to learn to fly - I hope you do too!! My podcasts may be edited for brevity and entertainment I am not a flight instructor. If in doubt consult a qualified instructor. The internet will not teach you how...

Learning to Fly :: Gaining a night rating 02.02.2024 5:07

Send us Fan Mail Learing to fly is great until you find you cannot fly at night - for that you need a 'Night Rating'. 5 hours of instruction, cross country, navigation and a few full stop landings is all you need - who am I kidding. This is a personal podcast from my experiences of learning to fly, and flying in the UK. I am not a flight instructor. All details have been edited for ente...