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Max talks with Maya Shpak, CEO of SkyPath, about how pilots can avoid turbulence and find smoother air by combining crowdsourced observations, aircraft data, and machine-learning predictions. The idea for SkyPath came from an airline captain and check airman who encountered turbulence and realized that the iPad already carried in the cockpit contained accelerometers capable of measuring aircraft movement. Much like a traffic app gathers information from phones on the road, SkyPath could collect ride-quality observations from participating aircraft, send them to the cloud, and return an updated turbulence picture to other pilots. Maya says the system now receives data from about 40,000 users each day. An iPad observation is only one of five sources used by SkyPath. The system filters accelerometer readings, removes noise, and normalizes each report for aircraft type. That adjustment is important because light turbulence in a large business jet may feel moderate in a smaller general aviation airplane. When two pilots have iPads aboard the same aircraft, SkyPath can compare the two devices and identify a questionable reading. SkyPath also derives turbulence information from ADS-B vertical-rate data. Many aircraft provide both ADS-B reports and iPad observations, allowing the company to compare the two and refine its conversion algorithm. This expands coverage into areas where no participating iPad-equipped aircraft has recently passed. The platform also incorporates PIREPs and eddy dissipation rate, or EDR, reports. EDR is an aircraft-independent measure of atmospheric turbulence widely used in commercial aviation. SkyPath can convert its sensor information into EDR-compatible reports while using existing EDR data to supplement its own observations. The fifth source is SkyPath's predictive model. More than 200 meteorological parameters from NOAA and other government sources are fed into a machine-learning system trained with SkyPath's observational data. This produces estimated ride conditions where direct reports are limited. Maya says this is particularly useful to general aviation pilots flying below normal airline cruise altitudes, although the company generally sees better accuracy above about 5,000 feet. Pilots can use SkyPath before takeoff or during a flight. They may enter a call sign or flight number, paste a route from another electronic flight bag, or operate without a filed IFR flight plan. In its bearing mode, the app monitors an area approximately 100 miles ahead and 15 degrees to either side of the aircraft's direction of flight. It can run in the background and generate an alert about ten minutes before the airplane reaches significant turbulence. For larger operators, the same information can also be delivered through SkyPath's own flight-following tools or integrated EFB systems. Pilots can set the alert threshold, place the app in the background, and continue using their primary navigation display. Dispatchers may receive warnings when an aircraft is approaching rough air and then contact the crew through the operator's normal communications system. Maya says SkyPath was not yet integrated with ForeFlight at the time of the interview, although routes can be copied from ForeFlight into the app. The altitude slider helps pilots compare ride conditions above and below their planned or current altitude. This can support a decision to climb, descend, or choose a different cruising altitude before departure. SkyPath also displays validated smooth-air observations as white hexagons. Knowing where the air is smooth can be more actionable than simply seeing where rough air has been reported. The display uses familiar aviation colors to represent smooth, light, light-to-moderate, moderate, and occasional severe turbulence. Observed and predicted areas appear differently, allowing pilots to distinguish between actual aircraft encounters and conditions generated by the forecast model. Users can filter the display to emphasize the severity levels most relevant to their aircraft and operation. Maya says access to better turbulence information can change pilot behavior. One business aviation operator using SkyPath reported nearly a 50 percent reduction in moderate-turbulence encounters. SkyPath also reviewed 180 published turbulence incidents and found that matching information had been available beforehand in 79 percent of them. The app may also improve communication with passengers. Maya describes pilots showing charter passengers where rough air is expected and when it should end. That visual explanation can help nervous flyers understand why they need to remain seated and keep their seatbelts fastened. Unexpected turbulence can produce injuries, diversions, medical expenses, airport fees, passenger accommodations, replacement-aircraft costs, and schedule disruptions. Even an unsecured passenger, flight attendant, or hot drink can create a serious event. Better information gives pilots more opportunity to avoid the roughest areas or prepare everyone aboard before reaching them. Finally, SkyPath allows pilots to submit a digital PIREP from the app directly into the FAA reporting system. Individual pilots can begin with a free trial and choose between subscription levels. Maya explains how SkyPath is designed to supplement the navigation and weather tools pilots already use while providing a more detailed picture of where they may find rough or smooth air. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon. 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Delaware officials asked an AI company to provide more detail before authorizing on-road testing, according to Bloomberg Law. Regulators are seeking a comprehensive safety case, defined operating boundaries, and clear accountability, along with insurance and incident response plans. Other states provide benchmarks, including California's $5 million insurance requirement and reporting rules, Arizona's executive order framework, and Pennsylvania's 2022 law enabling driverless operations under oversight. NHTSA's standing crash reporting order and potential exemptions shape federal expectations for automated driving deployments. Delaware's Personal Data Privacy Act, effective January 1, 2025, adds data governance obligations for pilots. Founders should prepare RFP-grade proposals, start with controlled environments, and plan three to six months for reviews.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A solar-system-level disaster wipes out four planetary systems, humanity clings to life in space colonies, and Zion stands as the last planet that can still sustain people. Then come the “Victims” and the only real answer is a handful of towering mechanized weapons called Ingrids, built with eerie female humanoid forms and powered through nerve-link technology that can wreck the human body.We walk through Candidate for Goddess (also known as Pilot Candidate) with a clear focus on how its world works: the Goddess Operation Academy, the strict pilot requirements (age, health, EL blood type), and EX, the superhuman capability that makes a pilot compatible with an Ingrid's interface. We also dig into the series' most charged dynamic: each young male pilot paired with a female repairer who maintains the machine and manually blocks painful feedback during missions, turning teamwork into something that can feel like dependency and control at the same time.Then we get personal about the rewatch factor. Some of the character design and dialogue screams “product of its time,” and the CGI mechs, especially the doll-like faces, can be a mixed bag in 2026. But there's still a compelling spine here, from Zero's mysterious “call” to the hangar to the moment he links with a goddess during an attack when it should have meant death. If you care about mecha anime, sci-fi worldbuilding, and the uneasy ethics of turning teenagers into weapons, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share the show with a fellow mecha fan, and leave a review with your own score and what you think still holds up today.Text us for feedback and recommendations for future episodes!Support the showWe thank everyone for listening to our podcast! We hope to grow even bigger to make great things happen, such as new equipment for higher-quality podcasts, a merch store & more! If you're interested in supporting us, giving us feedback and staying in the loop with updates, then follow our ZONE Social Media Portal to access our website, our Discord server, our Patreon page, and other social media platforms!DISCLAIMER: The thoughts and opinions shared within are those of the speaker. We encourage everyone to do their own research and to experience the content mentioned at your own volition. We try not to reveal spoilers to those who are not up to speed, but in case some slips out, please be sure to check out the source material before you continue listening!Stay nerdy and stay faithful,- J.B.Subscribe to "Content for Creators" on YouTube to listen to some of the music used for these episodes!

The Pilots' Federation has obtained an image of a not-yet-announced ground vehicle that looks like it may be a successor to the MB4 surface mining rig, opening up opportunities to exploit landable planets with geological features. Confirmation (or otherwise) of this conjecture is expected on Thursday 6th August.Galnet News Digest is a podcast about the game Elite Dangerous.

18 months into JCBA negotiations, talks have slowed with key sticking points around pay banding for larger narrowbodies, vacation and sick leave provisions, and other cost and control items. The Transition and Process Agreement (TPA) is guiding how new and growth aircraft are assigned—recently assigning 737 freighters to Alaska pilots and an A330 freighter to Hawaiian pilots until seniority list integration (SLI). The TPA protects minimum fleet and block-hour levels for each pilot group until SLI, complicating plans to replace Hawaiian 717s with 737-800s in Honolulu. If the JCBA is ratified, SLI could take up to about 13 months to complete; next negotiation meetings are scheduled for August 18–19. Pilots are encouraged to stay engaged through updates and local events.

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FF: Cashflow, Millionaires, Pilots, & the Fed The wealthy make decisions today that will bring them money in the future. The idea of being a millionaire may seem unachievable to those trading their time for money. We talk about how you can use assets and financing to gain positive cashflow, even with adjustable rates. While millionaires are more plentiful than most people realize, we cover the statistics for pilots, who are more rare than you might think! We cover the Fed's most recent announcement. Eric's prediction was correct, and explains how he knew what they were going to do. How will this affect you? Who does it affect? We answer that and more! We also talk about the importance of cashflow. Google exceeded its expectations for what they would accomplish, so what happened to their stock price?  Another CEO left a major company, which makes the 3rd in a short period.  Whether you run a business or are putting your money into an asset that can cashflow, you need to, at a minimum, break even, and preferably, make money every month. We also cover what is going on with gold and silver as well as recent events, so you can make decisions that will make your world a better place! Abolish Property Taxes in Ohio: www.AxOHTax.com  Get more information about abolishing all property taxes in Ohio. https://citizensforpropertytaxreform.org/ Our Links: www.RealPowerFamily.com Info@RealPowerFamily.com 833-Be-Do-Have (833-233-6428

The following article of the Tech industry is: 'Scaling AI: Moving From Isolated Pilots to Value' by Paola Becerra, President, SAP México. 

What prevents a successful AI experiment from becoming a dependable production system that delivers measurable business value? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I speak with Ed Macosky, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Boomi, about AI pilot purgatory, integration, governance, model selection, token costs, and the technical skills businesses may need as adoption grows. Ed leads Boomi's product and engineering teams while also using AI tools inside his own organization. That gives him a view from both sides: creating technology for enterprise customers and applying it within active product development workflows. He believes many AI pilots begin with the wrong question. Teams become interested in the latest model or feature before defining the business problem they want to solve. The experiment may work during a demonstration, then fail when it encounters real data, access controls, security policies, and production systems. Placing company information inside a data lake and adding a language model does not automatically create a business application. The system must access current data reliably, respect employee permissions, connect with existing applications, and operate within governance rules that security teams can approve. Ed recommends beginning with a defined business opportunity and establishing the access required to support it. Existing APIs can already provide authentication, permissions, and governance. MCP can offer another route into enterprise systems, but those connections still require security, monitoring, and management. Team alignment also matters. An AI center may be racing to test models while an integration center concentrates on a different set of priorities. When those groups fail to coordinate, the pilot lacks the connectivity and automation required to become part of a production workflow. The discussion then turns toward fragmentation. Every technology wave produces new vendors, frameworks, and specialist tools. Early experimentation benefits from variety, but mature companies can eventually find themselves maintaining a complicated collection of products held together with custom code and, occasionally, the digital equivalent of duct tape. Ed does not recommend placing every function with one provider. He does argue for enough consolidation and abstraction to prevent experimentation from creating years of technology debt. Governance and observability should also work horizontally across different environments, including platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, and several AI model providers. That becomes increasingly important as businesses introduce autonomous agents. Leaders need to know which agents exist, what systems they can access, what actions they can take, and how each decision is recorded. AI gateways and agent control towers can provide a wider view across otherwise separate technology environments. Ed also introduces the idea of the frontier engineer. A prompt engineer concentrates on communicating effectively with a model. A frontier engineer understands how the model works, including its logic, mathematics, algorithms, and suitability for different workloads. He does not believe every company needs a large team of these specialists. However, he argues that enterprises need at least one person capable of assessing vendor claims and deciding whether a frontier model, specialist model, or open weight model fits a particular workload. Cost creates another reason to examine model selection. Sending every employee request or agent task to the most capable frontier model can become expensive. Some repeatable workloads may run on open weight models inside the company's cloud or hardware environment, giving finance teams greater cost certainty. Boomi is developing Boomi Prompt to route requests according to their complexity and requirements. A simple factual request might go directly to an API. A forecasting task may use a smaller model. A difficult analytical request could be sent to a frontier model. Ed uses the weather as a helpful example. Retrieving next Tuesday's forecast does not require a language model when a public weather API can return the answer directly. Asking a model to perform every form of automation wastes tokens, computing power, energy, and money. The episode closes with practical advice for CIOs. Avoid starting with a broad objective such as agentifying the entire business. Choose a department, identify a small number of tasks, define the expected return, and work backward. Once the team proves value and understands the operating requirements, it can repeat the process elsewhere. Could intelligent routing, stronger integration, and clearer business outcomes finally move enterprise AI beyond pilot purgatory? Listen to the episode and share your thoughts with me.

Today's SWAPA Number is 10. That's the number of subject matter experts and executives that were on the town hall that took place on July 28th. So for this episode, we are providing you an opportunity to hear that town hall in case you missed the live event, during which we posed questions ranging from SWAPA's relationship with the company to where we are with implementation to the status of our move through the strategic plan. It truly had so much in it that we felt it worthy of a second listen.Four questions did not get addressed on air as we ran out of time and can be found below. It seems there are many more 4 day trips and 4 day reserve blocks in elitt then ever before. I know there is a cap on the percentage of 4 days but it seems to be growing each month. What is causing this? The number of 4-day pairings in the system has increased from ~18% to 20% of the pairing mix which is due to a multitude of reasons, but the increase in ELITT is a combination of vacation shifting to drop more, training bidding + a longer training footprint this year which can lead to two pairings being dropped on each side (whereas the last contract they optimized to the lowest cost/trip pull). Each category is unique, but the upgrade schedule this year has been aggressive so some bases see a full month of pulls to send Pilots to training. In addition, Crew Planning has increased the number of blank lines which means more 4-day pairings get pulled from blank lines for the above reasons that then fall directly into MOT and ELITT opening.   How much does it cost to have the ELITT Red-Filter to actually work?  “Cost" may be difficult to pin down, but there will be additional filtering available across systems in CWA between now and ongoing modernization efforts. Some of the disconnect right now is that there is the contractual definition of "red-eye" which encompasses flights that operate across 0200 domicile time, whereas there are "enterprise red-eyes" that launch after 0200 domicile time, so the CWA system doesn't flag those as "red-eye". We've said multiple times that this is causing confusion and hopefully we'll make progress over time with additional filtering logic that will include all variations of red-eye operations.  If a SWAPA rep were to seek and be hired for a job at HQ SWA, would one open up at SWAPA? Do we have any language in our bylaws to prohibit this or anything planned?  Short answer: yes, a position would open up, but no, we don't have anything on the books that stops someone from taking that job in the first place. The mechanism is our Constitution that defines membership classes based on who you work for and in what capacity. If a Pilot moves into a management, executive, or supervisory role at Southwest, they're no longer classified as an Active Member — they become an Executive Member. Executive Members aren't eligible to hold elected or appointed positions in SWAPA, period. So in the event that job offer is accepted, that person is no longer eligible to serve at SWAPA in any capacity. The vacancy gets filled the same way we fill any other vacancy as outlined in the Constitution.  While we don't have an enforceable rule that says SWAPA personnel can't apply for or accept a management job at Southwest like you're describing, Section 10, Appendix A of the Policy Manual speaks to the Code of Ethics and Conduct Policy. This 'pledge' in paragraph IV says (in part) that no individual covered by this policy may accept a supervisory position within Southwest Airlines or its subsidiaries for a period of at least twenty-four (24) months following the completion of SWAPA service.  So it's not a fully closed loop. It's a fair thing to raise, and it's exactly the kind of item our Constitution Review Committee reviews every year before the May Board meeting. If the membership wants stronger language here, that's the process to bring it forward, and we'd encourage anyone who feels strongly about it to push it through their Domicile Rep for attention.  Regarding sick leave buyback, is this something the company really wants, the membership, or a combination of both?  We can't speak for the Company, but from the membership side, the appetite for a sick leave buyback was seen in Leading Edge 2.0 back in March. The open ended in person interviews we conducted and the online surveys revealed the membership's interest in such a program, characterized best as “tell me more about it.”  The Benefits and Leaves Survey sought to gain more insight from the membership. The Education was a deep dive into the pros, cons, industry comparisons, and it's potential relationship with disability and sick accrual. 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Send us Fan MailPeaches and Trent go full members-only to break down what 2026 is shaping up to look like for the Air Force—no press releases, no sugarcoating. From the F-47 and collaborative combat aircraft to B-21 delays, A-10 politics, pilot manning, maintenance reality, and why bureaucracy keeps kneecapping readiness, this episode is a blunt assessment of where things are actually headed. They dig into recruiting momentum, training pipeline friction, Special Warfare course structure, and why talent management—not slogans—is the real force multiplier. If you want optimism backed by realism, this is the conversation.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Ones Ready intro and why 2026 matters 01:10 Why predictions beat wishful thinking 02:40 F-47, NGAD, and contractor reality 04:45 Aircraft costs, delays, and maintenance truth 07:30 Pilots vs managers and broken talent models 10:20 Bureaucracy, sorties, and credibility 13:40 A-10, E-7, and budget knife fights 16:55 Drones, CCAs, and the future fight 20:30 Space vs airborne command and control 24:45 Recruiting momentum and readiness strain 30:10 Special Warfare pipeline friction 34:40 What's actually trending positive in 2026 38:30 Final thoughts for the year ahead

Volunteer pilot groups delivering service through aviation, and the origins of ANR headsets. Guests Hillel Glazer represented Airplane Geeks at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 and recorded conversations with a number of people. In this episode, we have two of his interviews. Mark Hanson, President of the Air Care Alliance, Mark Hanson is the President of the Air Care Alliance, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public service organization that represents a nationwide network of volunteer pilot groups that deliver service through aviation. Mark became a pilot in 2009 and is a nationally recognized advocate for general aviation's role in all types of public benefit flying. He has served on the Air Care Alliance Board of Directors since 2020, most recently as President. He is a seasoned FAA Safety Team Lead Safety Representative who runs a national monthly FAA Safety webinar series, an accomplished aviator, and a longtime advocate for charitable aviation. He has flown more than 500 volunteer missions supporting children, veterans, patients, and wildlife for organizations such as Angel Flight, Veterans Airlift Command,  Sky Hope, Turtles Fly Too, STEM Flights, and others. Dan Gauger, a Distinguished Engineer (retired) at Bose Corporation, worked on the headsets for the Burt Rutan-designed high-altitude composite ultralightweight aircraft Voyager. In 1986, Bose engineers approached the Voyager team with two ANR headset prototypes just before their record-breaking flight around the world. The pilots were risking the loss of 20% of their hearing. They agreed to try the prototypes. Three years later, the first ANR aviation headset was available to all pilots. Working on the ANR headset at the bench. The ANR headset. Hosts this Episode Max Flight and Hillel Glazer.

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In this week's episode of Uncrewed Views, Matt Collins speaks with Steffanie Rivers, Founder of TCB Drones and TCB Drones Academy. The two discuss workforce development in the commercial drone industry, the National HBCU Aviation and Drone Leadership Initiative Steffanie launched this summer, and how regulatory shifts like Part 108 and the FCC's covered list are shaping the path for new pilots entering the field.

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The Pilots' Federation has invited its members to visit Colonia, to assist in the next part of the tenth anniversary celebrations, asking all pilots willing to distribute rare goods and commodities to make their way to Colonia over the next few days. The Megaships loaded up last week in Facece are expected to arrive in Colonia on Thursday, and the distribution of their cargo, which is being organised by the Colonia Council, will be important to the success of events planned to mark the anniversary of the founding of Colonia in 3302.Galnet News Digest is a podcast about the game Elite Dangerous.

The Ship Report, Monday, July 27, 2026Glad to be back from last week off, with the answer to a listener question, and a little about "how I spent my summer vacation" with a bit about my beloved boat.

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What does it really take to build an AI-ready enterprise when your data is fragmented, teams operate in silos, and years of technology decisions have created complexity that no large language model can magically fix? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I speak with Raymon Ohmori, Senior Principal Software Engineer at Valiantys, and Jiecheng Dong, Senior Software Engineer at Valiantys, about the work that goes into enterprise AI adoption and why successful AI transformation begins long before companies deploy agents, copilots, or autonomous workflows. Using Valiantys' work with Mercedes as a case study, Raymon and Jiecheng explain how modernizing software delivery and connecting data across teams can create the foundation required for AI systems to deliver meaningful business value. We discuss why fragmented data, organizational silos, poor governance, and unclear business problems continue to prevent many companies from moving beyond AI pilots. The conversation examines what it means to become AI-ready in practice. Jiecheng explains why enterprises need performant, structured, and queryable data rather than simply feeding huge volumes of information into large language models. Raymon shares why businesses must begin with real problems, stakeholder needs, and clearly defined outcomes to justify the cost of AI and successfully move projects into production. We also discuss the growing role of agentic AI and autonomous workflows in software engineering. How should engineering teams prepare AI agents to become active participants in software development? What tools, context, permissions, governance, and observability do these systems need to operate effectively? And why might treating an AI agent more like a new colleague than another software tool help teams think differently about deployment? Raymon and Jiecheng also share their perspectives on AI-assisted software development and developer productivity. As AI becomes increasingly capable of writing code, the role of the software engineer is shifting toward architecture, system design, requirements gathering, trade-off evaluation, and translating business needs into technical specifications. We also discuss the challenge facing junior developers and why companies still need to create pathways for new engineering talent. Finally, we examine the practical steps CIOs, CTOs, and engineering leaders can take today to build more connected, AI-enabled enterprises. From improving data ownership and governance to identifying costly problems that AI can realistically solve, this conversation offers a practical guide for companies trying to move from AI experimentation to production systems that deliver measurable value. Where is your company on its AI journey? Are fragmented data, organizational silos, and unclear business problems preventing your AI projects from reaching production, or have you found effective ways to turn experimentation into measurable results? Share your thoughts with me.   Useful Links   Valiantys Website: https://www.valiantys.com/  Valiantys LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/valiantys/    

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DESCRIPTION: Number 17 in the queue for start. Forty minutes at the hold. Ryan flies in and out of O.R. Tambo every day, and this week FlySafair said the quiet part out loud. Bryan and Ryan are back for the weekly catch up. Ryan reports from the cockpit on what the delay chaos actually looks like from the pointy end, and why the crews feel for the controllers as much as the passengers. Then the question Bryan keeps getting from travellers: is it safe to fly through the Gulf right now? He walks through the EASA travel recommendations and why the final call is always your own risk decision. The guys also get honest about how this podcast is changing. In a world drowning in fake news and AI-generated content, they are going deeper on fewer stories and leaning on a network of real pilots instead of headlines. The ums and ahs stay in. That is the point. Then the good stuff: Dricus dominates Usman and eyes his next fight, the Junior Boks bring home the under 20 World Cup, the SuperBru leaderboard gets a shake up, Hamilton finds form before Hungary, Oshkosh outshines Farnborough, Bryan guests on The Pilots podcast, and a charter pilot shortage plus a Gulf carrier roadshow mean real opportunities for South African pilots. TIME-STAMPED FLIGHT PLAN 00:00 Catch Up Intro 00:28 Ryan Back In The Cockpit 01:44 OR Tambo Delay Chaos 03:15 What ATNS Is Up Against 07:19 What Passengers Get Wrong 10:03 Is It Safe To Fly The Gulf? 13:26 Fake News And Doing The Homework 15:25 Where The Podcast Is Going 20:55 Dricus Does His Thing 24:07 SuperBru And F1 Picks 25:58 The Pilots Podcast And Airshows 29:44 Charter Jobs And A Gulf Roadshow I'm Bryan Roseveare. Fourteen years an airline pilot, now a simulator instructor. I train the pilots flying you around. WATCH NEXT The full O.R. Tambo delays story in 10 minutes → https://youtu.be/xBxlSxhF6UQ SOURCES FlySafair statement to Bloomberg, 22 July 2026 → https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-07-22/flysafair-says-south-africa-air-traffic-controls-limit-network-growth ATNS response, News24, 22 July 2026 → https://www.news24.com/business/economy/sas-air-traffic-controller-hits-back-at-claims-of-hobbling-flysafair-growth-20260722-0984 EASA Conflict Zone Information Bulletins → https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/domains/air-operations/czibs SUPPORT THE SHOW Bryan Air → https://bryanairpodcast.com/ Support on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/bryanair

In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Sara Murray, Managing Director, International at The Conference Board, is joined by Nick Davis, Senior Fellow at The Conference Board, Chief Innovation Officer at Mid-Ohio Food Collective, CEO of Shopsight, and author of Future Ready, to discuss what it takes for organizations to thrive in an era of generative AI, accelerating technological change, and constant disruption.  Together, they explore what it means to become future ready; examine how leaders can move beyond isolated AI pilots to enterprise-wide transformation; discuss the operating models, leadership capabilities, and organizational cultures needed to adapt at speed; and share practical lessons on innovation, continuous learning, governance, and building organizations that can turn uncertainty into long-term strategic advantage.  More from The Conference Board:   Reinventing the Talent Pipeline in the AI Era  Upskilling and Reskilling for AI  Culture in Flux: Continuous Change and AI Transformation  The Reimagined Workplace 2026: Adopting AI Today, Poised for Tomorrow  

"We do own and operate aircraft, but we also put a lot of energy into telling the story and that's really important because that's what's going to provide transformation in this space, because people will hear about what we do think it's a cool mission. We inspire people. They'll think twice about buying an animal. They'll open up their homes and hearts to foster. And that's really what we are. We're change agents. We're creating transformation for alternatives to euthanizing animals." – Michael Schneider   Every year in the United States, nearly a million dogs and cats are euthanized, and many of them could be saved but aren't because they're in the wrong place. Shelters in some parts of the country are overflowing, while others have families waiting to adopt. Sometimes the difference between life and death is simply getting an animal from one place to another. That's where Michael Schneider comes in. Michael is the founder and CEO of Pilots to the Rescue, a nonprofit that combines pilots, specially equipped aircraft and ground transport to move animals from overcrowded shelters, disaster zones and emergency situations to places where they have a second chance. Since launching the organization in 2015, they have transported more than 7000 animals, built a network of more than 1000 volunteer pilots, and expanded their work beyond dogs and cats to include endangered wolves, sea turtles, disaster response and even the occasional federally protected rescue mission. Michael shares what he's learned after a decade of witnessing the shelter crisis firsthand and explains why storytelling saves more lives than any single flight. https://www.pilotstotherescue.org/

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Samuel Brown, M.Ed., CSCS is a Cognitive Performance Specialist for the U.S. Air Force and a strength and conditioning professional who has worked everywhere from collegiate athletics to elite tactical units. Sam spends his days training Air Force pilots and aircrew who run on nicotine, caffeine, and alcohol — and almost never turn off their nervous system. In this episode he reveals why the toughest operators need recovery just as much as intensity, and what years of coaching in Altus, Oklahoma taught him about real performance under extreme cognitive load. Expect to learn what Air Force pilots are actually like to train, why the nicotine-caffeine-alcohol "trifecta" dominates military performance culture, how the physical act of flying itself takes a hidden toll through vibration and posture, why sympathetic nervous system domination cements poor posture and movement patterns, how Sam sneaks down-regulation into hard training sessions disguised as recovery work, and why resting heart rate might be a better performance metric than any wearable, and much more. Connect with Sam:https://www.instagram.com/sambrownstrength Episodes you'll enjoy next: #312 — Optimizing Stress and Performance for Firefighters and Tactical Athletes with Dr. Drew Gonzalez: Listen here #310 — Unpacking the Science of Sleep with Dr. Allison Brager: Listen here Episode Timestamps: 01:59 – What Air Force Pilots Are Actually Like 07:21 – Back to Basics: Training with Minimal Equipment 10:13 – Breaking the Instagram Training Cycle 12:06 – Endurance Trends Among Pilots 17:05 – The Air Force Trifecta: Nicotine, Caffeine & Alcohol 20:31 – Physical Toll of Flying: Vibration, Posture & Injury 23:44 – Stress Cements Posture: The Sympathetic Domination Problem 28:06 – Down-Regulation Protocols After Training 30:47 – Hiding the Pill in the Peanut Butter 47:44 – Wearables & the Loss of Body Awareness 50:31 – Resting Heart Rate as the Performance Metric 52:14 – The GOAT Drill for Cognitive Load & Recovery 1:02:31 – Building a Culture of Buy-In & Program Integration Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter

Key TakeawaysBig anchors (Chick-fil-A, In-N-Out, Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, Bass Pro, etc.) spend millions on site selection; small investors can “ride their wave” by buying/ building nearby instead of guessing.Don't rely only on listed deals (Krexie, LoopNet), gut feel, or trailing comps; look forward to where development, permits, rooftops, and city plans (like Nashville Next) are headed.Anchors study traffic counts and speed, AM/PM side of the road, daytime population, growth trajectory, access (right-in/right-out, signals), and co‑tenancy—these same factors should guide your decisions.Case studies (Dickerson Pike, Rivergate Mall) show how land near future anchors can double in value within a few years once major campuses, stadiums, or redevelopments are announced.There is typically an 18–24 month opportunity window between anchor announcement and opening where pricing hasn't fully caught up—ideal time for most investors to buy nearby.Four main anchor types: QSR scouts, value big box, destination anchors, and redevelopment anchors; all can “make” a corridor and create demand for surrounding strip centers, pads, flex, and services.Watch for hard signals: actual closings and public incentives (TIFs, grants, PILOTs) that confirm big capital is committed to an area.Core principle: anchors don't just find good corners anymore; they create them—your job is to own real estate next door when they do.

Today's guest is Martin Duffy, Head of GenAI at PWC Ireland. Founded in 1866, PwC Ireland is one of the country's leading professional services firms, providing audit, tax, consulting, deals and technology services. By combining deep industry expertise with a global network, PwC helps organisations drive transformation, solve complex business challenges and create sustainable value in an increasingly digital world.Martin is a senior data and analytics consultant with over 30 years of experience helping organisations harness data to drive better business outcomes. He specialises in analytics strategy, building high-performing analytics functions and advancing organisational analytics maturity. With extensive experience across the financial services, public sector and manufacturing industries, Martin helps organisations unlock the full value of their data and make smarter, data-driven decisions.In the episode, Martin discusses:0:00 His journey from early neural networks to modern GPT scale AI evolution2:08 How their Client Zero AI journey shifted to human-centric trust approach3:42 Their focus on automating tasks to drive AI adoption and trust7:05 How Personal AI wins drive adoption and organisational growth choices9:48 Top AI leaders combine governance, responsibility and growth mindset11:00 How AI success blends leadership and grassroots adoption12:01 Irish firms lag due to caution, process redesign and operating model maturity13:21 The need to choose mindset, lead visibly and prioritise people change

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The prospect of Colonisation in the Colonia region seems to have become significantly more likely after a Pilots' Federation plea for Commanders to take part in this week's initiative, referring to System Architects.Thanks to CMDR Profane Pagan for bringing this to our attention.

Many people dream of becoming an airline pilot, while many pilots eventually dream of retiring early. Retiring at 55 offers more time for family, travel, hobbies, or a new chapter outside aviation, but it is not simply an age decision. It is a financial and lifestyle decision.In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we discuss what pilots need to consider before leaving the cockpit 10 years before mandatory retirement.Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 259. What Pilots (& Others) Should Consider 5 Years Before Mandatory RetirementEp 322. How Airline Pilots Can Make the Most of Their Profit-Sharing BonusRelated Financial Education Videos:Will New Aircraft Technology Boost Pilot Pay?What Would a Change in FAA Retirement Age Mean for Pilots?Learn More:Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.  Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!Stay Connected:Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TwitterSubscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes. This podcast was produced by Wiser Wealth Management. Thanks for listening!

In Episode 23 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian dive into the tips & tricks of how to save money in your flying. It's another fascinating Cockpit 2 Cowl show! SPECIAL PROMOTION: Get a 5% discount on Avemco Insurance by mentioning "SocialFlight" when you call! (contact Avemco for terms and conditions) “Cockpit 2 Cowl” with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined perspective of Flight Instructors, Pilots and Mechanics, exploring both man & machine to make aviation safer and more enjoyable. Brian Schiff (flight instructor & professional pilot) and Jeff Simon (pilot, mechanic & FAA authorized aircraft inspector) are highly regarded educators that take a thoughtful, entertaining, and often humorous approach to exploring topics relevant to anyone interested in aviation. Register at Cockpit2Cowl.com to join the live broadcast (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). More events like this on https://SocialFlight.com and https://TheProficientPilot.comSocialFlight Partners: Avemco Insurance https://www.avemco.com/socialflight Aspen Avionics https://www.aspenavionics.com Avidyne https://www.avidyne.com Continental Aerospace Technologies https://www.continental.aero EarthX Batteries https://www.earthxbatteries.com Hartzell Engine Technology https://www.hartzell.aero Hartzell Propellers https://hartzellprop.com/Innovative Aerosystems https://iascorp.com/Lightspeed Aviation www.lightspeedaviation.com Michelin Aircraft https://aircraft.michelin.com/ Phillips 66 Lubricants https://phillips66lubricants.com/industries/aviation/ Tempest Aero https://www.tempestaero.com Trio Avionics https://www.trioavionics.com uAvionix https://www.uavionix.com Wipaire https://www.wipaire.com

The weekend is lining up on the runway ✈️, and this latest edition of Engage Weekly is ready to roll. Get caught up on the latest news and events from the Delta MEC. News rundown below

Fewer than 100 companies have scaled enterprise AI from pilots to production to capture great value. Alexander Sukharevsky, who leads QuantumBlack, McKinsey's AI practice, joins Michael Krigsman to lay out the repeatable recipe behind those results and why the winners earn roughly three dollars back for every dollar invested. The conversation covers what capturing AI value really requires, why the CEO and board must own the transformation, and how to lead a hybrid workforce where agents work as colleagues, not tools.======This episode brought to you by Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™: https://cxo.news/KGg8XY======YOU'LL DISCOVER✅ Why fewer than 100 companies captured two-thirds of AI's value, and what they did differently✅ The repeatable recipe: focus a few domains, ready your data, rewire architecture, and fix the economics✅ Why AI transformation must be led by the CEO and board, not handed to the CTO or chief digital officer✅ How to treat AI agents as accountable colleagues, and who stays accountable for the outcomes✅ Why reinventing a domain beats bolting AI onto an existing process✅ How the winners pursue cost savings and top-line reinvention at the same time✅ Why governance and digital trust belong in from day one, with adults in the room on ethics✅ How expertise and judgment become more valuable as agents speed up the work⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The repeatable recipe for AI value8:27 Treat agents as colleagues, not tools13:42 Why the CEO must own the transformation18:05 From token maxing to value maxing22:01 Managing a hybrid team of agents23:30 A flexible architecture for changing models26:25 Governance and digital trust from day one30:59 Cost savings versus reinventing the top line34:46 Human focus, judgment, and accountability44:12 Redesign workflows instead of bolting on AI46:24 Careers and apprenticeship in an agent world50:47 What real CEO ownership looks like

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A small team of missionary pilots helps bring God's Word to people who've never had it in their own language.

A small team of missionary pilots helps bring God's Word to people who've never had it in their own language.

A small team of missionary pilots helps bring God's Word to people who've never had it in their own language.

This week, we're talking about a church in Kentucky that had a mock firing squad demonstration at their VBS and were frustrated at the criticism they received. We also talk about a pilot who took his final flight with his daughter as the co-pilot. And we talk about the rise in people choosing to homeschool their children. Listen now and jump in on the conversations! Kentucky pastor defends viral video showing mock firing squad in front of childrenhttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/kentucky -pastor-defends-viral-video-showing-mock-firing-squad-front-ch-rcna352403Southwest Airlines captain makes heartwarming final flight to Oakland with his daughter as co-pilothttps://www.ktvu.com/news/heartwarming-southwest-airlines-captain-makes-his-final-flight-his-daughter-co-pilotSchools Introduce Hybrid Options As Homeschooling's Popularity Persistshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/kerrymcdonald/2026/04/13/schools-introduce-hybrid-options-as-homeschoolings-popularity-persists/

The PBS Committee is back on Engage with important updates for every Delta pilot. PBS Committee Chairman Captain Scott Ryan and Vice Chairman Captain Brett Vining join host First Officer Ryan Argenta to explain the upcoming NavBlue PBS release, including the move to single sign-on through DeltaNet, the new PBS link, and what pilots need to know before bidding for the September schedule. The episode walks through several new and optional PBS features, including total pay visibility, short call bidding, award reserve day on, auto-save, and bug fixes pilots have been asking for. Scott and Brett also explain how third-party bidding services may be affected by single sign-on and MFA requirements. Beyond the technical updates, the conversation dives into practical bidding strategy, including low-credit line techniques, why bidding smarter can improve quality of life, and how individual pilot bidding behavior can affect category staffing, reserve numbers, and premium flying. Whether you bid every month with precision or still feel like PBS is a black box, this episode offers useful updates, reminders, and strategies to help pilots better understand the system and make PBS work for them.  References: PBS Notepad

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Send us Fan MailWelcome to The Helicopter Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS!In this episode, Halsey Schider sits down with Andre and Kimberly Hutchings, co-founders of Volo Mission, to discuss what it takes to develop skilled external load pilots and build a culture of safety, leadership, and continuous learning.Drawing on decades of experience in helicopter operations and training, Andre and Kimberly share their perspectives on the unique demands of long-line and external load work, where precision, situational awareness, and teamwork are critical to success. The conversation explores the path many pilots take into utility flying, the importance of mastering the fundamentals, and why technical proficiency alone is not enough to excel in demanding operational environments.They also discuss the role of mentorship, leadership, and communication in developing the next generation of pilots, along with the importance of creating training environments that prepare aviators for real-world challenges rather than simply meeting minimum standards.This episode is a thoughtful look at the craft of external load flying and the people responsible for passing those skills on, highlighting why strong leadership, disciplined training, and a commitment to safety remain at the heart of successful helicopter operations.Thank you to this episode's sponsors, Helicopter Institute, Precision Aviation Group, and Robinson Helicopter.

“Trust your instruments.” This mantra is repeated all through flight school. While flying, it's easy to get disoriented visually, especially in thick fog. Pilots must learn to trust their gauges, not their vision. Boys today are also “flying through fog,” so to speak. In the confusion of cultural relativism and gender fluidity, young men don't know where they are or where they are going. So they often choose their own course, or refuse to move at all. As parents, we must help our son gain a solid foundation and understanding of God's Word. Involve your boy in organizations that are founded on Biblical truth. Help him find a positive, godly mentor. And encourage your boy to memorize Scripture– the only “instrument” that will never fail him. To learn about raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

Special Guest David Culler (Cobra and Apache pilot) joins us to talk about the Apache pilots that were grounded and a wild video of a Bell 206 spinning near the ground. Plus HAF F-16 Gear Up Landing, NetJets NTSB Preliminary Report, and more! Another wild week in aviation. Bring your questions! Fighter pilots break down the biggest aviation stories of the week. Recorded real time with no edits!This Weeks Timeline and Topics!00:00 Intro07:30 Apache Pilots Grounded and Then Ungrounded44:44 Helicopter Doing Helicoptery Things1:04:00 HAF F-16 Gear Up Landing1:15:27 NetJets NTSB Preliminary Report1:28:50 737-400 Freighter Lost1:38:24 Instructor Jumps From Aircraft1:51:0 China Building J-20s Fast2:10:26 B-21 Will Have Two Person Crew2:22:30 Outro and Goodbye!Go here to support the channel. https://www.themoverandgonkyshow.comFor sponsorships and business inquiries: themoverandgonkyshow@gmail.comMost Mondays at 8PM ET, Mover (F-16, F/A-18, T-38, 737, 787, helicopter pilot, author, cop, and wanna be race car driver) and Gonky (F/A-18, T-38, A320, dirt bike racer, author, and awesome dad) discuss everything from aviation to racing to life and anything in between. More About Mover:Mover's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CWLemoineLooking for a good book? https://www.cwlemoine.comMore About Gonky:Gonky's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@therealgonkyKids Coloring and Activity Books! https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CDS4C68Y*The appearance of U.S. Department of War (DoW) visual information does not imply or constitute DoW endorsement.Views presented are our own or our guests and do not represent the views of DoW or its Components.*

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In Episode 22 of Cockpit2Cowl, Jeff and Brian talk about all things avionics...how to use them, how to select them, tips for maintenance & MORE. It's another fascinating Cockpit 2 Cowl show! SPECIAL PROMOTION: Get a 5% discount on Avemco Insurance by mentioning "SocialFlight" when you call! (contact Avemco for terms and conditions) “Cockpit 2 Cowl” with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined perspective of Flight Instructors, Pilots and Mechanics, exploring both man & machine to make aviation safer and more enjoyable. Brian Schiff (flight instructor & professional pilot) and Jeff Simon (pilot, mechanic & FAA authorized aircraft inspector) are highly regarded educators that take a thoughtful, entertaining, and often humorous approach to exploring topics relevant to anyone interested in aviation. Register at Cockpit2Cowl.com to join the live broadcast (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts). More events like this on SocialFlight.com and TheProficientPilot.comSocialFlight Partners: Avemco Insurance https://www.avemco.com/socialflight Aspen Avionics https://www.aspenavionics.com Avidyne https://www.avidyne.com Continental Aerospace Technologies https://www.continental.aero EarthX Batteries https://www.earthxbatteries.com Hartzell Engine Technology https://www.hartzell.aero Hartzell Propellers https://hartzellprop.com/Innovative Aerosystems https://iascorp.com/Lightspeed Aviation www.lightspeedaviation.com Michelin Aircraft https://aircraft.michelin.com/ Phillips 66 Lubricants https://phillips66lubricants.com/industries/aviation/ Tempest Aero https://www.tempestaero.com Trio Avionics https://www.trioavionics.com uAvionix https://www.uavionix.com Wipaire https://www.wipaire.com

Why AI and Digital Health Pilots Die Before They Scale | Dr. Sarah Matt, The Borderless Healthcare Revolution Health systems spend billions on transformation that works in the boardroom and collapses at the clinical unit. Dr. Sarah Matt, a surgeon turned health technology executive, explains why most AI and virtual care initiatives fail at adoption rather than design, and how her Five Pillars of Access give leaders a practical way to evaluate what will actually scale. A direct conversation about trust, financial sustainability, and building care models that stick. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

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AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Pentagon says eight South Carolina National Guard helicopter pilots are no longer suspended after a July 4th display.

EPISODE SNAPSHOT   Welcome to The Bryan Air Podcast. Career intelligence for pilots.   We break down executive moves, economic forces, and the technology reshaping how pilots are trained, assessed, and employed. Boardroom decisions land on your flight deck. We translate them first. No corporate spin. Just the intelligence pilots actually need.   Last week thousands of you weighed in on South Africa's new SARS traveler declaration. This week Ryan actually ran it, live, on a charter through Vic Falls, and his verdict might surprise you. Then the bigger story: between now and March 2027, borders on three continents are switching to facial recognition, and crews are first in line to hand over their faces. Add Airbus's new forecast calling for 42,060 new aircraft by 2045, and the question becomes simple. Is your career ready for the world that's coming?   In this episode of The Bryan Air Podcast, Bryan Roseveare and Ryan Parrock analyse the SARS traveler declaration, facial recognition and biometric borders, the global pilot shortage, and the Airbus 20-year forecast.   TIME-STAMPED FLIGHT PLAN   00:00 Podcast intro and this week's flight plan   00:55 Ryan runs the SARS declaration app on a real charter to Vic Falls   03:34 Another barrier to entry? The travel declaration debate continues   06:27 Back in the cockpit after six years: Ryan returns to commercial flying   08:33 Flying the flight a week early: the mental prep charter work demands   12:08 Airbus calls for 42,060 new aircraft by 2045 and the pilot shortage is real   16:38 Your face becomes your passport: biometric borders rise on three continents   20:50 EasyJet's 7.26 billion takeover bid and Embraer's best quarter in 16 years   22:45 A Ukrainian pilot's story and what the media doesn't show you   26:48 Silverstone delivers a cracker and it's good to be back in studio   28:08 Closing, a beer owed, and Sunday's SAA fuel-gate TV teaser   JOIN THE BRYAN AIR COMMUNITY   Bryan Air is a career intelligence ecosystem for pilots. Sign up free to receive our weekly newsletter covering the disruption of AI in aviation, career strategy, and the analysis that does not make it into the episodes.   Sign Up Free → https://bryanairpodcast.com/   FREE PILOT CAREER ASSESSMENT   Where are you in your career? The Flight Plan is our free, AI-powered career intelligence tool. Answer 8 questions about your situation and get a personalised strategic assessment with specific moves tailored to where you are right now.   Take the Free Assessment → https://pilotcareerintelligence.netlify.app/   RISK MANAGEMENT & DECISION MAKING SIMULATOR   Practise structured decision-making using live flights. Our AI-powered simulator lets you work through RMM and T-DODAR frameworks on real Flightradar24 data, with AI-generated scenarios and personalised debriefs. Built by Bryan Roseveare for pilots who want to sharpen the skills that matter most when things go wrong.   Early bird: $29 one-time. Lifetime access.   Try the Simulator → https://bryanair.tools/   LINKS   Bryan Air — Career Intelligence for Pilots → https://bryanairpodcast.com/   Free Pilot Career Assessment → https://pilotcareerintelligence.netlify.app/   Risk Management & Decision Making Simulator → https://bryanair.tools/   Bryan Roseveare → https://www.bryanroseveare.com/   Watch on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@BryanAirPodcast   Support on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/bryanair   #AviationPodcast #BryanAir #PilotLife #FacialRecognition #PilotShortage

Max talks about the fatal crash of Beech C90 King Air N249CP, an air ambulance flight that departed Roswell Air Center in New Mexico shortly before midnight on May 13, 2026. The aircraft was headed for Sierra Blanca Regional Airport near Ruidoso to pick up a patient for transport to Albuquerque. It was a short flight—only about 51 nautical miles—but it ended in tragedy when the King Air struck terrain near the Capitan Mountains. Both pilots and both flight nurses were killed. The aircraft was operated by Generation Jets under Part 135 as an unscheduled fixed-wing aeromedical flight. The two medical passengers were flight nurses employed by Trans Aero Medical Services. Max emphasizes the human side of the accident: these were young professionals on a mission of mercy, people who had dedicated themselves to helping others. That makes the accident especially painful, but also especially important to study carefully. According to the preliminary report, the flight occurred in dark-night VMC with zero percent moon illumination. Max explains why that matters. In rural or mountainous terrain, a dark night can feel very much like instrument conditions, even when the weather is technically visual. There may be no visible horizon, no way to judge terrain ahead, and no meaningful outside references to confirm whether the aircraft is safely above rising ground. Pilots may be legal to fly VFR or accept a visual approach, but operationally they may need to fly with the discipline of an instrument procedure. A second major factor was GPS jamming. The report says U.S. military GPS jamming activity was taking place in the area and at the altitudes used by the accident flight. During the flight, ADS-B data that had been reporting every few seconds began reporting at roughly one-minute intervals. The crew later told Albuquerque Center they had lost GPS capability and needed a heading. Other aircraft in the area also reported GPS problems, including one pilot who appeared to have difficulty identifying or navigating to a ground-based navigation aid. Max uses this to highlight a broader issue for pilots: most of us have become deeply dependent on GPS. That dependency affects not only primary navigation but also the tools we rely on for situational awareness. Electronic flight bags, panel-mounted moving maps, terrain displays, and many terrain warning systems all depend on accurate aircraft position. If GPS is jammed or unreliable, those tools may stop working, may degrade, or may give pilots less protection than they expect. The flight was initially cleared as filed to Sierra Blanca and assigned 12,000 feet. At one point, the controller advised the crew that the aircraft was at 13,000 feet, about 1,000 feet above its assigned altitude. The pilots responded that they were correcting and had lost GPS. The controller provided headings and later began working to have the military stop the jamming. As the flight continued, the crew requested the RNAV approach, then later requested the ILS approach because of the GPS failure. But the destination presented another complication. Sierra Blanca's automated weather observation system was out of service, and the ForeFlight briefing showed no METAR and no TAF for the airport. The instrument approach procedures contained notes stating that when the local altimeter setting was not received, the procedures were not authorized. Max explains that this may have left the crew without a legal instrument approach option, even though flying an approach would have provided more structure and terrain protection than descending visually in dark-night mountainous terrain. At about 12:08 AM, while northeast of the airport, the crew reported that they had the airport area in sight and could proceed visually. The controller cleared them for a visual approach and told them they could cancel IFR in the air above 9,000 feet or after landing. Shortly afterward, the aircraft began turning southwest toward Sierra Blanca. The Capitan Mountains, rising to more than 10,000 feet, were between the aircraft and the airport. After the aircraft was cleared for the visual approach, the controller's supervisor reportedly told the military that jamming could resume. ADS-B again began recording at about one-minute intervals. The aircraft descended toward the airport and later appeared to climb during the final moments of the flight. The last recorded Spidertracks data showed the aircraft at about 9,823 feet GPS altitude, with a groundspeed of 150 knots and a heading of 250 degrees. The aircraft impacted terrain at an elevation of about 9,950 feet, near the Capitan Mountains Summit Radio Facility. Max discusses several lessons from the accident. First, dark-night operations in mountainous areas deserve special caution, even in VMC. Second, pilots should maintain proficiency with non-GPS navigation, including VORs, localizers, and raw-data flying. Third, before accepting a visual approach at night, especially in terrain, pilots should have a clear plan for terrain clearance and should consider using any available ground-based guidance, such as tracking a localizer or ILS course, even if cleared visually. Fourth, pilots should understand what equipment they may lose when GPS fails: not just navigation, but also moving maps, terrain pages, and some terrain warning capabilities. The episode closes with a practical reminder: GPS jamming is not theoretical. If you fly enough, you may eventually lose GPS. The goal is to make sure that losing GPS does not also mean losing situational awareness, terrain clearance, or your life. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon. 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