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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we start a special series on the 737 Max. Although a general aviation podcast we feel this is an important topic which all aviators can learn valuable lessons from. Joining me today is Ben Bohlman and Justin Ash.

Before we begin a quick word from our sponsor.

Preflight Checklist:

Sponsor: Aviation Careers Podcast. Use the coupon code PayItForward and you may receive a year access to the scholarships guide. Quantities limited.

The most recent update includes 38 new scholarships, 10 updates, a new index, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category.

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Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

• Introducing Ben Bohlman and Justin Ash
• Description of upcoming podcasts
• Description of the 737 MAX
  • New engines
  • New wing
  • “New” cockpit avionics
  • MCAS
  • Relationship to the NG
  • Why are we talking about the MAX?
• Description of MCAS System
  • What is the MCAS system?
  • Could you describe the purpose of the trim system on an aircraft?
  • So the MCAS is a part of this system?
  • Why was MCAS introduced on the MAX?
  • Now that we have an overview of the MCAS system, could you describe the system in a little more detail?
  • Were pilots aware of the introduction of the MCAS system?
  • Why should the pilots have been informed of the system?
  • How can what is essentially “power steering” cause a crash?

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today to help us understand what it is like to work in airport operations for an airline is Courtney Deckard.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

The current online scholarships guide includes 38 new scholarships and 10 updates, a new index, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category. To find out more visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Us the coupon code PayItForward and you may get a free guide.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

• Courtney Deckard Airport Operations.
• What it is like to work in operations.
• Training.
• How she found her job in Airport Operations.
• Why she is passionate about what she does.
• Challenges of her job.
• Rewards of working in operations.
• Average pay and typical benefits.
• Job requirements.
• Advice for those looking to pursue a career in airport operations.
• What is next for Courtney?

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.instagram.com/travelgirlcourt/

https://twitter.com/travelgirlcourt

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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we discuss common challenges for IFR pilots and tips not normally covered during IFR training.

Preflight Checklist:

First a quick word from our sponsor.

Aviation Careers Podcast. Use the coupon code PayItForward and you may receive one year access to the scholarships guide. Quantities limited.

The most recent update includes 32 new scholarships, 18 updates, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category.

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Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

These are problems I see repeatedly, as well as tips and tricks that don't usually get covered in IFR training.

- Configuration changes past the FAF?

- Turning promptly when given a vector to final.

- What to do when the vector to final isn't going to work out.

- Heading bug and track line - useful tools.

- Track course what is the difference? 

- Radar contact...

- Climb gradients on SIDs - can your airplane make it?

- Takeoff obstacles listing and multi-engine accelerate-go distances.

- Clearances from remote fields - VIFNO Void If Not Off By, “upon entering controlled airspace”, etc.

- “Can’t get there from here” - preferred routes, PDR/PAR; TEC - what is it and why do I care?

- Common errors even ATP’s get wrong.

After Landing Checklist:

Picks Of The Week:

Carl - Gleim FIRC : https://www.gleimaviation.com/product-category/firc/ 

Russ - MyFlightbook electronic logbook https://myflightbook.com/ 

Bill - Aviation calculators and more: http://www.luizmonteiro.com/Index.aspx

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

Opposing Bases Ep 126, Vectors to Final: https://opposingbases.libsyn.com/ob126-vectors-to-final

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today joining me is Flight test engineer Aaron Judy to discuss how you can benefit from a lifetime of learning. 

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

The current online scholarships guide includes 38 new scholarships and 10 updates, a new index, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category. To find out more visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

• Aaron’s Journey towards a lifetime of learning (educational journey and teaching).
• How he developed his passion for aviation.
• What is a flight test engineer?
• Why he became a flight test engineer.
• Advice on becoming an engineer.
• Society Of Flight Test Engineers.
• Why it is important to dedicate yourself to a lifetime of learning.
• Pilot training and future.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

http://www.sfte.org/ 

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today joining me is air traffic control tower manager George Harper to discuss what life is like working as a controller in a tower. 

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

The current online scholarships guide includes 38 new scholarships and 10 updates, a new index, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category. To find out more visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

• George and his journey to the tower cab.
• How he developed his passion for aviation?
• Does everyone who operates in a control tower work for the FAA?
• What is a contract tower?
• What are the top reasons for becoming an Air Traffic Controller?
• What are the challenges of being an Air Traffic Controller?
• How to become an Air Traffic Controller.
• Advice to those looking towards becoming a controller.
• Pay and benefits.
• Facility of the year 2019.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

ATC Example

https://www.flypgd.com/pgd-tower-rva-award/

http://www.rvainc.com/ 

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/air-traffic-controllers.htm

Usajobs.com

Faa.gov

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today I help you understand why some airline crew members' incomes increase during a downturn.

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

Do you have questions, comments, inspirational stories? Please write to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com . Also, search our previous episodes by typing in your question or topic in the search bar in the right-hand column. You can also search our extensive past episodes page.

The current online scholarships guide includes 38 new scholarships and 10 updates, a new index, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category. To find out more visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

https://www.airraceclassic.org/ 

Proud sponsor of the Women's Air Race Classic 2020. This is the only women's air race in the United States. 

Our latest video:

Pilot Interview Course Series

Talking Points:

• For those crewmembers that remain after furlough and downsizing there are many opportunities to increase your income.
• Less pilots flying more hours.
• Income Overrides.
• More Holiday Pay.
• Working more days.
• Deadhead.
• Picking up more trips.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

https://www.airraceclassic.org/ 

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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Joining us today is someone who has realized his two passions of aviation and writing. Nathan Van Coops is an accomplished pilot and author. Today we discuss his journey towards accomplishing the goal of aviator and author. 

Preflight Checklist:

First a quick word from our sponsor.

Aviation Careers Podcast. Use the coupon code PayItForward to receive a year access to the scholarships guide.

The most recent update includes 38 new scholarships, 10 updates, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category.

News And Announcements:

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

• How did Russ find out about this author?
• Aviation background
• Author background
• How do you balance these two passions?
• How easy do you find it to work your aviation background into your books?
• In what other ways have you done so?
• Is it intentional, or do you only fit in aviation parts where it makes sense?
• Do you ever find yourself thinking “I need to be a little less detailed on the aviation terms here?”
• Is there a book that most reflects your passion for aviation?

After Landing Checklist:

Picks Of The Week:

No picks of the week since this is an interview. 

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

https://www.nathanvancoops.com/

https://www.instagram.com/nathanvancoops/ 

BookFaces Live Podcast

https://nathanvancoops.podbean.com/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/148998479097782/

Illusions Richard Bach

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Navigating Special Use Airspace: Stuck Mic AvCast 243. Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we discuss flying around and through special use airspace. 

Preflight Checklist:

First a quick word from our sponsor.

This episode is sponsored by  PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon PlaneEnglishSim to receive a free scholarship guide courtesy of PlaneEnglishSim.com. 

The most recent update includes 32 new scholarships, 18 updates, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category.

News And Announcements:

Congratulations Jonathan Mast and Skeeter Moreno on obtaining their commercial pilot certificate.

Congratulations Justin Gentle and Ashley Tharp on their commercial seaplane pilot certificate.

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

• What is Special Use Airspace?
• How to remember - MCPRAWN (the Scottish shrimp) Tom.
• What Special Use Airspace do we commonly encounter?
• Carl - Avon Park MOA and MacDill Air Force Base.
• Bill - Restricted Areas near Pax, Prohibited around DC.
• Navigating Special Use Airspace. - don’t cut it close!
• Prohibited Areas.
• Restricted Areas.
• Warning Areas.
• Controlled Firing Areas.
• MOA and ATCAA, what is an ATCAA?
• Alert areas.
• Bill - MTRs - VR, and IR (connects to Safety Corner for the SRQ collision)
• How do you determine the Status of SUA? Special Use Airspace & Air Traffic Control Assigned Airspace
• Where you can find more information. (Foreflight Profile View is great)
• Safety corner: 

Sarasota collision: formation flight of F-16s crashes into a Cessna 172 in 2000

Moncks Corner SC collision: NTSB report on F-16 vs. Cessna 150

Oklahoma AT402 and T37: https://www.ntsb.gov/_layouts/ntsb.aviation/brief2.aspx?ev_id=20050126X00109&ntsbno=CHI05FA055B&akey=2

F4 Phantom and BE55:

AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT REPORT

After Landing Checklist:

Picks Of The Week:

Carl - Piper Owner Society - https://piperowner.org 

Bill - The Concise Guide to IFR - https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-new-concise-guide-to-ifr/id1372977373  (Also C172, DA40, and DA42!)

Victoria - SAFE CFI Insurance Program: https://youtu.be/enpVTEZ30xo 

Sean - New edition of the Aviation Instructor’s Handbook is out! https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/aviation_instructors_handbook/

Russ - The Lost Airman: A True Story of Escape from Nazi Occupied France

Tom - https://sua.faa.gov/sua/siteFrame.app

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

StuckMicAvCast.com/YouTube

Sponsor: PlaneEnglishSim.com - App-Based Aviation Radio Simulator. 

Coupon Code PlaneEnglishSim for a free scholarship guide.

https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aim_html/chap3_section_4.html 
MCPRAWN (the Scottish shrimp) - http://www.scottsasha.com/aviation/acronyms.html

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Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today joining me is Captain Kayleigh Bordner to discuss cargo flying careers. 

Before we begin a few announcements.

Announcements:

This podcast is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon code PlaneEnglishSim for a free scholarships guide sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com

The current online scholarships guide includes 64 new scholarships, 6 updates, and a new "Scholarships for Adults" category. To find out more visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ or click on the scholarships tab at AviationCareersPodcast.com.

Our latest video:

If ATC gives you a number to call, should you make that call?

Talking Points:

• How Kayleigh got her start in aviation.
• What it is like to fly as a cargo pilot.
• Her journey to the flight deck.
• Overcoming adversity.
• How collegiate aviation prepared Kayleigh for her flying career.
• Air Race Classic.
• Flying the Stearman and how it made Kayleigh reflect on the past women in aviation.
• Current attitudes towards women in aviation from her perspective. 
• The benefits of internships.
• Flying the 767 simulator.
• Flying the EMB120.
• Beach 99 captain.
• What are some of the common misconceptions about cargo flying especially for new pilots?
• The best aspects of being a cargo pilot.
• The challenges of being a cargo pilot.
• Impact of Covid-19.
• The importance of networking for career development.
• What is next in her career.

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

This podcast is sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com the app-based aviation radio simulator. Use the coupon code PlaneEnglishSim for a free scholarships guide sponsored by PlaneEnglishSim.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2tIBrUITZU 

https://www.facebook.com/Ameriflight/photos/first-officer-kayleigh-bordner-taking-advantage-of-the-warm-and-sunny-weather-in/1984647878243134/ 

https://w3.ameriflight.com/ameriflights-first-officer-kayleigh-bordner-nominated-award/ 

https://w3.ameriflight.com/landing-in-aviation/ 

https://www.instagram.com/kayleighbordner/ 

https://w3.ameriflight.com/cargo-flying-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/ 

https://www.airraceclassic.org/

https://w3.ameriflight.com/ups-flightpath/