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There are many preflight actions that a pilot needs to take before climbing into the aircraft for a flight. On Episode 29 we discussed some of the “why’s” behind the preflight inspection with A&P/IA Dean Showalter. Today, we have Chris Palmer back with us to talk about some of the required preflight action you should be taking as a pilot, before the walkaround even begins. There are 2 acronyms that can help you remember what preflight actions need to be taken to assess yourself and your flight. Resources https://www.flymauihi.com/ https://www.aviatortraining.com/ Other episodes mentioned on the show: Episode 29: Beyond the Checklist | A&P/IA Dean Showalter https://www.flymauihi.com/blog/beyondthechecklist Episode 18: Tips for Student Pilots | CFI Chris Palmer https://www.flymauihi.com/blog/chrispalmer AviatorCast Episode 118: IMSAFE Checklist https://www.aviatortraining.com/im-safe-checklist-aviatorcast-episode-118/ Follow Chris! Instagram: @angleofattack Facebook: @angleofattack YouTube: Angle of Attack https://www.youtube.com/user/AoA001/featured Gain the knowledge you need to pass your Private, Instrument or Commercial FAA written exam, plus “whole picture” learning that will make you a lifelong, safe aviator. Check out Aviator Training online ground school (LIVE and recorded formats): https://www.aviatortraining.com/ Get a Kore Aviation headset! Use this link and you’ll save 10% at checkout: https://www.koreheadset.com/discount/FLIGHTSCHOOL?rfsn=1947882.ec1885&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=1947882.ec1885 What’s Next? COMMENT on www.flymauihi.com FOLLOW us on social media at @flymauihi, @johncaubble, @lcaubble SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your favorite podcast provider EMAIL US! john@caubble.com or leslie@caubble.com
Thanks for joining us again for the Fly Maui podcast! Whether you’re someone considering flight training, a current student pilot, or considering becoming a CFI down the road, this episode is for you. Today we welcome Chris Palmer to the show. Chris is not only a CFI, but someone we like to call an aviation educator. He’s also the host of the AviatorCast podcast and creates amazing video content on the Angle of Attack YouTube channel. On this episode you’ll hear his aviation story, why having a mentor is important, what he likes to see in a student pilot, and how to connect with a good instructor. You’ll also learn how to participate & benefit from the Aviator Training ground school if you’re preparing for the FAA private, instrument, commercial, or CFI knowledge exams. Resources https://www.flymauihi.com/ https://www.aviatortraining.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/AoA001 Connect with Chris! Instagram: @angleofattack Podcast: AviatorCast Facebook: @angleofattack Twitter: @flyAoAmedia YouTube: Angle of Attack https://www.youtube.com/user/AoA001 AviatorCast Episode 103: Finding, Picking & Keeping a Flight Instructor: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/aviatorcast-episode-103-finding-picking-keeping-flight/id799239198?i=1000393173826&mt=2 Check out Aviator Training online ground school (LIVE and recorded formats). Gain the knowledge you need to pass your Private, Instrument or Commercial FAA written exam, plus “whole picture” learning that will make you a lifelong, safe aviator. https://www.aviatortraining.com/ Get a Kore Aviation headset! Use this link and you’ll save 10% at checkout: https://www.koreheadset.com/discount/FLIGHTSCHOOL?rfsn=1947882.ec1885&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=1947882.ec1885 What’s Next? COMMENT on www.flymauihi.com FOLLOW us on social media at @flymauihi, @johncaubble, @lcaubble SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your favorite podcast provider
Flight Following Have you heard of flight following? Have you known about it, but don’t use it? Flight Following is a way to be under the watchful eye of air traffic control for traffic and other advisors. With […] The post AviatorCast Episode 114: Flight Following appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan It’s been a journey there and back to Valdez this year. I’ve got quite a few stories to tell. Through our difficult trips there and back, I found my limits, and had to adhere to […] The post AviatorCast Episode 112: The Battle for Valdez appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan After having just received my CFII, I find myself aware of a lot of things that make a good instrument pilot. They are things that I want to see in myself and things I expect […] The post AviatorCast Episode 111: 11 Steps to Instrument Mastery appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan Learning to fly is hard enough. With the time, money and effort required to get it done, there’s a high washout rate and very few people achieve the end result; a pilots license. Can you […] The post AviatorCast Episode 110: Phil Stokes: Flying as a One-Armed Pilot appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan Ever wonder if you can be a mom AND be a pilot? Well, the answer is yes. Is it easy? Of course not. In our last interview we talked to Zoan who was a CFI […] The post AviatorCast Episode 109: Sarina Houston: CFI | Aviatrix | Flying Mom | Writer appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan The epic battles, the last second saves, the crazy things we’d never do as real pilots — this is aviation/astronautics in the Galaxy of Star Wars. What can we learn from our flying friends from […] The post AviatorCast Episode 108: Sky Wars: The Last Pilot — 9 Flying Lessons from the Galaxy of Star Wars appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan Zoan and I met at Redbird Migration where we were able to spend a bit of time working on a fun aviation education video. She was full of life, passion and knowledge so I wanted […] The post AviatorCast Episode 107: Zoan Harclerode: AOPA National Best Flight Instructor 2017 appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan There are types of flying that few pilots ever do. Getting your tailwheel endorsement and seaplane rating are just a few of them. While tailwheel used to be a norm for all pilots, today it […] The post AviatorCast Episode 106: Tres Clinton: Flight Instructor | Tailwheel | Floatplanes appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan It’s not every day you run across someone that oozes aviation passion. John Chmiel is one of those guys. From the second you step foot into his FBO in Wausau, Wisconsin you’ll feel right at […] The post AviatorCast Episode 105: John Chmiel: Flight Instructor | Airport Manager | Orange Roughy Stearman appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan I just got back from a business trip in Wisconsin for the fall. I’ve done my CFI in Wisconsin in May, and attended AirVenture many times in July, but never did spend time in Wisconsin […] The post AviatorCast Episode 104: Wisconsin Fall Flying appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Are you about to start training? Are you starting a new rating? You need an awesome instructor. Find out how to find, pick and keep one. The post AviatorCast Episode 103: Finding, Picking and Keeping a Flight Instructor appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Find out what it's like to pass off a student for a PPL checkride, and some of the steps and emotions involved. The post AviatorCast Episode 102: First Private Pilot Student PASSED appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Big new announcements for the future of Angle of Attack, AviatorCast, AviatorTraining.com and the Angle of Attack Show The post AviatorCast Episode 101: The Future Near and Far appeared first on Angle of Attack.
It's finally here! Episode 100, and a new era for the podcast. New music, new direction. Hear all about what it's like to go through CFI training. The post AviatorCast Episode 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes with CFI appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Join us for the final thoughts on the Commercial Checkride, including the checkride itself. Also, "What Makes a Professional Pilot". The post AviatorCast Episode 99: Commercial Pilot Training Part III — The Checkride and “What Makes a Professional Pilot” appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Part II of our series having an honest, frank and educational discussion about what transpired during my commercial training. Get both the student and instructor perspectives. The post AviatorCast Episode 98: Commercial Pilot Training Part II w/ Michael Phillips appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Join a unique instructor/student candid and honest discussion about the challenges of the Commercial Rating. The post AviatorCast Episode 97: Commercial Pilot Training Part I w/ Michael Phillips appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Ever been incredibly nervous on a checkride? DPE Ken Whittekiend helps demystify the process, and pass with flying colors. The post AviatorCast Episode 96: Ken Wittekiend: DPE | Checkrides | Promark Aviation | SAFE appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Dave Herwig, former US Army Golden Knight now CFI joins us to talk about his love and passion for all things aviation. The post AviatorCast Episode 95: Dave Herwig: Golden Knight | CFI | Cape Fear Aviation appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Get some Pro-Tips on how to pass your next FAA Written Exam with flying colors. The post AviatorCast Episode 94: Written Test: The “Pass” in Passion appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan We owe so much to our Veterans on this Veterans Day. They’ve sacrificed so much for our country. On this episode I share some stories from the recently late Bob Hoover. His passing came with […] The post AviatorCast Episode 93: Bob Hoover & Veterans Day appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Confused about medicals? Want to be updated on Third Class Medicals? Let's go through a comprehensive update. The post AviatorCast Episode 92: Medical Mystery Tour: Third Class Medical Reform and MORE appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today I'll focus on 6 Focus Points of Flying in Alaska this Summer. This area is so much different than the rest of the US! The post AviatorCast Episode 91: Flying in Alaska This Summer – 6 Focus Points appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan What would it be like to strap into a top secret machine, fly at 80,000 feet and Mach 3+? Our guests today did just that as a crew, flying top secret missions. We catch up […] The post AviatorCast Episode 90: SR-71 Blackbird Crew: Richard Graham & Don Emmons appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Hear our story of AirVenture 2016 from a Massive Water Bomber called Martin Mars, to meeting a Dolittle Raider, and interviewing an SR-71 Crew. The post AviatorCast Episode 89: EAA AirVenture #OSH16 Report appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Rod Machado helps us answer important flight training questions. Is all flight instruction created equal? Are pilots of today too focused on their EFBs and not enough on Stick and Rudder? These and more on this episode of AviatorCast. The post AviatorCast Episode 88: Rod Machado: Flight Instructor | Becomeapilot.com | Speaker | Edutainment appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Valdez Fly-in 2016 in the books. Find out what makes this one of the best airshows in the whole world, and a true bush pilot rodeo. The post AviatorCast Episode 87: Valdez Fly-in and STOL Competition 2016 appeared first on Angle of Attack.
From a RC Airplanes to F16s, and 727s, MD11s and 777s, Steve Vihlen shares his path in aviation. The post AviatorCast Episode 86: Steve Vihlen: Airline Cargo Pilot | Fighter Pilot | GA Lover appeared first on Angle of Attack.
My report on Sun 'n Fun 2016 with the people I met, the things I saw, and the flying that happened on the last day. The post AviatorCast Episode 85: Sun ’N Fun 2016 appeared first on Angle of Attack.
10 Years! Angle of Attack, parent company to AviatorCast, turns 10. I tell you the startup story, history, and a teaser about what's next. The post AviatorCast Episode 84: Celebrating 10 Years appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Join us as we discuss Flight School, the new simulator from Dovetail Games, with the DTG Creative Director himself, Stephen Hood. The post AviatorCast Episode 83: Flight School from Dovetail Games w/ Stephen Hood appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Thinking of buying an airplane? You need a knowledgable guy in your corner, ensuring you don't get a lemon. We talk to your guy- Don Sebastian. The post AviatorCast Episode 82: Don Sebastian | Airplane Detective appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan Sick of not being able to fly during the winter months? Well, flight simulation can be your medicine! Today we talk about what it takes to get into flight simulation, from the cost, all the […] The post AviatorCast Episode 81: Flying While Grounded appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Talking/writer about flying is the second funnest thing to flying itself. Dan, our guest for this episode, is a writer for many popular aviation magazines. The post AviatorCast Episode 80: Dan Pimental: Aviation Writer | GA Advocate | Camp Bacon | Social Media appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Patrick Smith, Airline Pilot and Author, joins us to talk about passenger fears, questions, and the joy of travel as part of an airline pilot job. The post AviatorCast Episode 79: Patrick Smith: Cockpit Confidential | Askthepilot.com | Airline Pilot | Travel appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Need an aviation mentor? Look no further than Sendaero. Founder Mike Rushforth, also an airline pilot, shares more on this episode. The post AviatorCast Episode 78: Mike Rushforth: Sendaero | Mentoring | Airline Pilot appeared first on Angle of Attack.
What's the biggest upgrade you can make to your sim in the new year? Look no further than Oculus Rift with "FlyInside" for an awesome experience. The post AviatorCast Episode 77: Virtual Reality with Daniel Church: FlyInside | Oculus Rift | Flight Simulation appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Today’s Flight Plan Have you seen the new Star Wars yet? Well, it’s aptly named “The Force Awakens”. I had confidence JJ Abrams would pull it off, but I didn’t know it would be this good. In this […] The post AviatorCast Episode 76: Star Wars | The Forces of Flight Awaken appeared first on Angle of Attack.
After a short time away, AviatorCast is now back! I've got some stories to share from various journeys- Atlanta, California, Brazil, Texas and more. The post AviatorCast Episode 75: MapleWood 2015 | Redbird Migration | Space Shuttle | Flying appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Imagine being able to rent aircraft with ease, almost anywhere in the US. OpenAirplane does just that- and we learn more from the Cofounder on AviatorCast. The post AviatorCast Episode 74: OpenAirplane Cofounder Rod Rakic: Aircraft Rental | PPL | Pilot Checkout | CAP appeared first on Angle of Attack.
It's not easy becoming a Naval Aviator. It takes hard work, great grades as well as physical and mental endurance. P8 and P3 Pilot Jeffrey Graham joins us. The post AviatorCast Episode 73: Jeffrey Graham: Naval Aviator | P3 Orion | P8 Poseidon | Aviation Safety Officer appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Helicopter Pilot, Army Officer, War Veteran, and now Regional Airline Pilot, Sarah Fritts from ThinkAviation joins us on AviatorCast. The post AviatorCast Episode 72: Sarah Fritts: Think Aviation | Army Helicopter Pilot | War Veteran | Regional Pilot appeared first on Angle of Attack.
A lifelong pilot himself, our guest Paul Dye spent most of his career at NASA as their longest standing Flight Director at 35 years. The post AviatorCast Episode 71: Paul Dye: NASA | Space Shuttle | Flight Director | Kitplanes Magazine | Pilot appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Have you dreamed of being an airline pilot? Brad Tate is doing just that, and he loves it. It's not all sunshine and rainbows. Have a listen to his story. The post AviatorCast Episode 70: Brad Tate: Airline Pilot | Family Man | American Airlines | @AAFO4EVER appeared first on Angle of Attack.
To fly in the Wild- that is what BackcountryPilot.org is all about. The founder, Zane, comes on AviatorCast to talk flying in the bush as a weekend warrior. The post AviatorCast Episode 69: BackcountryPilot.org’s Zane Jacobson: Bush Flying | Forums | Wilderness | Videos | Blog appeared first on Angle of Attack.
We were all student pilots at one time or another. Quality aviation education is essential. Today's guest, John Dorcey from SAFE, shares why... and more. The post AviatorCast Episode 68: John Dorcey of S.A.F.E: Society of Aviation and Flight Educators | Education | CFI | K-12 appeared first on Angle of Attack.
Jim Hoddenbach, and aviation cinematographer, pilot, mechanic (what doesn't this guy do!) joins us to talk all things aviation. What a cool dude! The post AviatorCast Episode 67: Jim Hoddenbach of Disciples of Flight: Photography | A&P IA | Backcountry | Video | Bountiful Skypark appeared first on Angle of Attack.
What do you get when you mold a naval aviator, author, airline pilot, and producer into one? You get Leland Shanle- an aviator of awesome proportion. The post AviatorCast Episode 66: Leland Shanle: Naval Aviator | 777 Pilot | Author | Broken Wing Productions appeared first on Angle of Attack.