Pilot Briefing - Aviation Podcast

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of August 1, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: 

Boeing forecasts need for 2.1 million aviation professionals

GA leaders provide EAGLE update

Aspen Evolution no longer requires mechanical backup

Continental seeks FAA approval for UL 91/94 in lower compression engines

Reno prototype lower cost aerobatic airplane

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 11, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:  

 Signature agrees to post fees online

Sweepstakes Tiger winner: Speechless in Petaluma

AOPA 2023 sweepstakes aircraft revealed

Early analysis: Deadly mistake in the North Las Vegas pattern

Garmin GFC 500 autopilot available for additional Skyhawk, Commander models

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 11, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: 

Baker briefs Congress on the state of general aviation

Denver airport chief nominated to lead FAA

AOPA announces alliance to cross-promote complementary aviation organizations

Final report on fatal Snodgrass accident released

Elixir to debut at AirVenture

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 11, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:  

Shockwave jet truck driver dies in crash at airshow;

Signature Aviation buys TAC Air;

Garmin GI 275 available for Robinson helicopters;

SkyFly announces Axe homebuilt EVTOL

‘Ask the A&Ps’ live at AirVenture

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of July 4, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:  

Airlines hike pilot pay

 Kent State University team wins Air Race Classic

Pilot examiner reform advances

Van's Aircraft celebrates 50 years

AOPA Foundation awards more than 130 flight training scholarships

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 27, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:  

Lap around the patch in new Super Patriot

ForeFlight issues Sentry Plus;

FAA issues notam guidance;

Bahamas lifts travel health visa requirement

ZeroAvia, Otto Aviation team for hydrogen-electric future

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 20, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: 

Airline hiring hits record high;

Amazon announces intent to begin drone package delivery

Iowa approves sales tax exemption for aircraft parts, labor

County found lead levels OK

Olympians fly GA

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 13, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: 

AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION RELIEF ON THE WAY;

AOPA INTRODUCES POKER RUN NATIONAL FLIGHT CHALLENGE

GA PILOT BUSTS TFR; PRESIDENT EVACUATED

Happy father’s day

make a difference through the you can fly challenge

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of June 6, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:

Bahamas delays Click2Clear customs rollout

AOPA Air Safety Institute releases early analysis vide of STOL accident

FAA invites public comment on drone recommendations

AOPA urges crucial funding for New Jersey airports

Lilium EVTOL transitions to winged flight

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 30, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Tragedy halts Nebraska STOL event; AOPA Aviator Showcase moves to the fall; Supply chain woes continue; AOPA urges the Bahamas to delay confusing Click2Clear program for private aviators;    

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 23, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Why the FAA is adding staff, a passenger with no flying experience lands an aircraft, the Aerospace Center for Excellence names a new director, awarding worthy endeavors, and (not all) pistons remain popular.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 16, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: An avgas coalition expressing concerns about the unsafe elimination of 100LL, the FAA pumps the brakes on eVTOLS, hard landings prompt Gulfstream operation limitations, the FAA is standardizing hot spot symbology, and partnering for a hydrogen-powered future.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 9, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA curriculum in national spotlight; WASP eightieth homecoming at Avenger Field draws an admiring crowd; AOPA comments on proposed drug testing changes: Life limit on Superior Air Parts cylinders extended further; Sensenich announces TC for carbon fiber ground-adjustable propellers.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of May 2, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Red Bull stunt to be investigated by FAA, Minnesota airport renamed for hometown pilot, Aero Friedrichshafen returns, Remember the "Candy Bomber', and check out all of AOPA’s podcasts!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 25, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about:  FAA revokes YouTuber’s pilot certificate; FAA announces pilots can track medical certificates in real time; Pilots push for helicopter wake turbulence awareness Bessie Coleman to appear on U.S. quarter in 2023; Virginia flight school airdrop raises more than $17,000 for Ukraine

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 18, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Why AOPA is issuing an urgent call to support Hartford-Brainard Airport, Van's Aircraft celebrates 50 years, the FAA withdraws proposed Grumman AD, Tecnam announces a new trainer, and AOPA leaders brief pilots at Sun 'n Fun!

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of March 28, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: GAMI reports unleaded fit for big block engines; Daher debuts TBM 960; Washington state flight instructor named national CFI of the year; Textron announces Bonanza gross weight increase; Flight Design expects FAA certification of F2.

Thanks so much for tuning into the Pilot Briefing Podcast for the week of April 4, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: AOPA announces its 2022 events, the FAA names an acting administrator, a Virginia tax bill falls short, learn more about the airdrop for Ukraine effort, and you can build an airplane in one week at Airventure.

Thanks so much for tuning in to the Pilot Briefing podcast for the week of March 28, 2022. In this episode you will learn more about: Aviation job postings continuing to soar; Aviation excellence honored; ForeFlight upgrades terrain awareness; Women in Aviation conference inspires, connects; Teens solo eight airplanes on back-to-back birthdays.