Pilot's Discretion from Sporty's

• Flying around the world, with Jack Long

  Jack Long’s urge to explore is stronger than most people: he has flown his Pilatus PC-12 around the world in both directions, over the north and south poles, and completed two dozen Atlantic crossings. But he insists he’s no daredevil, and in this episode he explains his detailed approach to pre-flight planning and his comprehensive standard operating procedures manual that keeps him safe. Jack is also passionate about conservation flying, and talks about a memorable flight when he transported gray wolves from Canada to Colorado. In the Ready to Copy segment, Jack shares the most unique airport he’s visited, his favorite survival gear, and how his business background helps him as a pilot.* Jack’s flying blogs: https://wjlblogs.blogspot.com/2022/10/blogs-round-world-flight-2015-round.html* LightHawk: https://lighthawk.org/* PilotWorkshops Mastery: https://pilotworkshop.com/products/vfr-mastery/* Check out the new Air Facts podcast: https://airfactsjournal.com/podcast/

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• Becoming an educated aircraft owner, with Larry Anglisano

  Aircraft owners have more choices for avionics upgrades than ever before, but a fun project can quickly become a nightmare if you don’t do your homework. Larry Anglisano, a pilot, avionics technician, and editor at Aviation Consumer magazine, offers practical advice for avoiding disappointment, from glass cockpits to autopilots. He also shares why Rotax may be the answer for new engine technology and what the state of the aviation insurance market is right now. In the Ready to Copy segment, Larry talks about the risk of post-maintenance test flights, the future of unleaded avgas, and riding motorcycles.SHOW LINKS:* Aviation Consumer magazine: https://aviationconsumer.com/* Staying insured: https://aviationconsumer.com/safety/insurance/staying-insured-training-loyalty-downsizing/* PilotWorkshops Mastery: https://pilotworkshop.com/products/vfr-mastery/* Check out the new Air Facts podcast: https://airfactsjournal.com/podcast/

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• Don’t forget the rudder pedals, with Wally Moran

  From the Lockheed Constellation to the Boeing 747 to competition gliders, Wally Moran’s flying career has covered an incredible variety of airplanes. He describes some key concepts that have stayed the same across all those airplanes, from using the rudder properly to managing technology, plus his personal connection to the TWA 800 tragedy and his advice for successful checkrides (he has given more than 2400). In the Ready to Copy section, Wally shares what he looked for when hiring airline pilots, the best place to fly gliders, and his favorite aviation books.* Wally’s webinar on rudder use: https://pilotworkshop.com/videos/rudder-skills-back-basics/* TWA 800 review: https://www.ntsb.gov/news/events/documents/moriches_ny-TWA_800_Overview.pdf* PilotWorkshops Mastery: https://pilotworkshop.com/products/vfr-mastery/

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• 100. Celebrating 100 podcast episodes, with John Zimmerman

  In this special episode, we turn the tables on host John Zimmerman and put him in the guest chair to reflect on a Pilot’s Discretion milestone. Sporty’s Eric Radtke asks John about his favorite episodes, what he’s learned about the aviation community by talking to 99 pilots, and his predictions for the industry’s future. You’ll also learn about John’s background, including why he learned to fly in high school and why he thinks writing is so important. In the Ready to Copy segment, John talks about live music, baseball rule changes, and his favorite aviation book.SHOW LINKS:* Pilot’s Discretion Archives: https://www.sportys.com/podcast* John’s articles at Air Facts: https://airfactsjournal.com/author/johnz/* Fast Five: http://sportys.com/fastfive

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• 99. Pursuing excellence in aviation and business, with Chuck Surack

  After building a billion-dollar music business, Chuck Surack is applying the lessons he learned to save an aviation icon. He talks about his passion for flying helicopters, why he decided to buy Enstrom, and the challenge of restarting production. Chuck also offers plenty of tips for growing a business and creating a culture of excellence, with some peeks behind the scenes at Sweetwater. In the Ready to Copy segment, Chuck shares his favorite place to land a helicopter, what he looks for when hiring an employee, and what it was like to work with Stevie Wonder.SHOW LINKS: Enstrom Helicopter: https://enstromhelicopter.com/ Sweetwater: https://www.sweetwater.com/ PilotWorkshops Mastery: https://pilotworkshop.com/products/vfr-mastery/

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