Những podcast Pilot Training hay nhất (2024)

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Turbulence: What Causes Bumps in the Sky? 20:44

25d ago20:44

20:44

Nearly everyone who travels will experience turbulence at some point in their life. For some, it's no big deal, but for nervous flyers it can be incredibly uncomfortable. This week we'll be talking about what causes turbulence, and addressing whether or not it's a dangerous (spoiler alert: it isn't). Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.co…

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Announcing Plaid Aviation! 3:15

2M ago3:15

3:15

I'm excited to announce Plaid Aviation, your new home for aviation training resources and community. To make sure you are notified when we go live, please sign up for the mailing list at http://www.plaidaviation.com And don't forget to like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/plaidaviation/ See you over there!…

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Safe VS Legal 23:43

3M ago23:43

23:43

This week we finish our discussion of the Pilot Qualifications in the Commercial ACS, with a topic that is covered in the Private Pilot and Instrument Rating ACS as well. We discuss the difference in safe and legal, and examine some risk management items associated with unfamiliar airplanes and equipment. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagr…

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Commercial Pilot Checkride Prep: Pilot Qualifications 23:53

4M ago23:53

23:53

Beginning our discussion of ground school topics, this week we talk about pilot qualifications for the Commercial Pilot Checkride, and the privileges and limitations around your new certificate. Commercial Pilot ACS: https://www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/training_testing/testing/acs/commercial_airplane_acs_change_1.pdf eCFR: https://www.ecfr.gov/…

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Merry Christmas! 2:41

4M ago2:41

2:41

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! I hope you are getting to finish out the week spending time with loved ones and planning the goals you will set for the coming year. Hope to see you next week! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot Email Me: todd@theplaidpil…

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Ye Olde Pub 52:46

4M ago52:46

52:46

On December 20th 1943, the crew of the B-17 known as Ye Olde Pub flew their first combat mission together and almost didn't make it home. Flying on only one fully functional engine, with half a tail, and leaking hydraulics, things looked bleak as Franz Stigler, a German ace, pulled up behind them to finish them off. Instead he made a decision that …

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Five People Who Flew Before the Wright Brothers 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

On December 17, 1903, the Wright Brothers became the first people to achieve manned, controlled, heavier than air flight. Take away all of the qualifiers, though, and they were far from the first in flight. This week I talk about 5 aviators who beat the Wright Brothers to the sky. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Lik…

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Jesse Brown and Thomas Hudner: Devotion, Friendship, and the Forgotten War 38:36

5M ago38:36

38:36

This week we are talking about the incredible story of Jesse Brown, who was the US Navy's first African American fighter pilot, and Thomas Hudner, who received the Medal of Honor after crash landing his own plane behind enemy lines in an attempt to save Jesse's life. Thomas Hudner Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKHh9vnzyUo Follow me on …

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The Vin Fiz Flyer 31:48

5M ago31:48

31:48

Happy Thanksgiving! This week we talk about the 20th century's craziest soft drink (developed by a meat packing company) and the transcontinental flight it inspired. Calbraith Rodgers became the first person to fly coast to coast when he landed in Pasadena, CA in December of 1911 with the Vin Fiz Flyer. Vin Fiz Revisited: https://www.wright-brother…

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Revisiting A History of Veterans Day 18:15

5M ago18:15

18:15

This week, we revisit the history of Veterans Day, a holiday that began with the end of the first World War. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot Email Me: todd@theplaidpilot.com Music by Monday HopesBởi Todd Weld

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Three Things You Probably Didn't Know About the B-29 (And One You Probably Did) 34:39

6M ago34:39

34:39

This week we talk about the B-29 Superfortress, the most advanced bomber in the American fleet during WWII. Bell X-1 Drop Launch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5xFJRcHFqU Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot Email Me: todd@theplaidpilot.com Music by …

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Revisiting A Haunted Aviation Museum 51:43

6M ago51:43

51:43

For this week’s Halloween special we are revisiting an old episode where I got to talk to Barb Kramer from the haunted Kansas Aviation Museum. We talk about the history of the museum and aviation in Kansas, and Barb shares some ghost stories from her time as Director of Operations. Kansas Aviation Museum Website: https://kansasaviationmuseum.org/ K…

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Champaign Gal: Interview with a B-25 Pilot 49:44

6M ago49:44

49:44

This week I had the honor of sitting down with Bill Weidenhammer, a retired pilot with the US Navy, and B-25 pilot with the Champaign Aviation Museum in Urbana, Ohio. On the show he talks about the history of Champaign Gal, the museum's own B-25, and gives some tips to the aspiring warbird pilot. Sadly, Champaign Gal is currently stranded away from…

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Lake Havasu PIREP 30:45

6M ago30:45

30:45

This week we mix things up a little and instead of aviation history, I'm sharing a PIREP (that's short for Pilot Report) about a recent flight to Lake Havasu, AZ. Email me: todd@theplaidpilot.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot Threads: https://www.threads.net/@theplaidpilot Music…

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A Brief History of Ballooning 43:41

7M ago43:41

43:41

This week, Lynne Newton of the Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum joins me to talk about the 239 year old history of ballooning from 18th century Versailles to the Balloon Fiesta that takes place in Albuquerque every year. She also gives us some insight into getting into the hobby. Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum website: h…

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A History of Flight Instruments 42:56

7M ago42:56

42:56

On September 24, 1929 Jimmy Doolittle made the first flight completely on instruments, so in this episode, we take a look at the history of instruments on the flight deck from the first flight at Kitty Hawk to satellite navigation. Airmail Route Recreated Article: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-magazine/omaha-salt-lake-city-without-gps-18…

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Training Update: Part 61 vs Part 141 Flight Training 37:38

8M ago37:38

37:38

After finishing the first part of my Commercial Pilot training, I'm back to share a little about my journey and talk about the differences I've experienced in Part 61 and 141 flight training. Email me at todd@theplaidpilot.com Instagram: @theplaidpilot Music by Monday HopesBởi Todd Weld

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36. Meteorology 5/7: Air Masses & Fronts 23:27

11M ago23:27

23:27

We discuss different types of air masses and fronts. Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/meteorology-parts-3-to-4/ Speakers – Captain Theresa Destinyjay Maletta Sandun Prabodha Henrique Carneiro Astro III Philipp Rodenkirchen Show Resources – Clubhouse: New User Guide Clubhouse: Pilot Flight Training House (Formerly a Cl…

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I Failed My Instrument Checkride! 48:33

1y ago48:33

48:33

I finally passed my instrument checkride on my second attempt! In this episode I talk about my instrument training journey and lessons learned from two attempts at the checkride. Email me at todd@theplaidpilot.com Instagram: @theplaidpilotBởi Todd Weld

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35. Meteorology 4/7: Seasonal, Periodic, & Local Winds 21:31

1y ago21:31

21:31

We define seasonal winds, such as the monsoons, and discuss periodic winds, such as sea breezes, land breezes, mountain breezes, and valley breezes. We also discuss what the terms "anabatic winds," "katabatic winds," and "rain shadow effect" mean. Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/meteorology-parts-3-to-4/ Speakers – C…

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Going On Hiatus 3:55

1+ y ago3:55

3:55

Thank you guys for all of the support the last five months. The show will be on hiatus starting this week as I get ready for my checkride and start commercial training. Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and fluffy landings! Email Me - todd@theplaidpilot.comBởi Todd Weld

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Who Was D.B. Cooper? 36:05

1+ y ago36:05

36:05

On November 24, 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper hijacked Northwest Orient Flight 305 bound for Seattle from Portland, OR and after receiving $200,000 cash as ransom for the passengers, parachuted into the rainy night never to be seen again. This week I tell his story. Aviatrix of the Week: Alex from KSNA - IG: https://www.instagram.com/pilot…

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34. Meteorology 3/7: Clouds & Fog 38:25

1+ y ago38:25

38:25

We continue our conversation on meteorology by discussing how clouds are formed, the different types of clouds, lapse rate, how fog is formed, and the different types of fog. Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/meteorology-parts-3-to-4 Speakers – Captain Theresa Henrique Carneiro Philipp Rodenkirchen Z Sandun Prabodha Mo…

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Happy Thanksgiving! 1:13

1+ y ago1:13

1:13

Due to technical difficulties, I wasn't able to get this week's episode recorded, but I still wanted to stop in and say Happy Thanksgiving! See you next week!Bởi Todd Weld

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Silent Heroes of the Cold War 1:00:32

1+ y ago1:00:32

1:00:32

On November 17, 1955, a US Air Force C-54 crashed on the way to Area 51 on a mission to support the development of the U-2 spy plane. On this week's episode, I get to talk to Ky Plaskon, author of Silent Heroes of the Cold War, about the story behind the crash. Guest Speaker: Ky Plaskon - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kyplaskon Aviator of t…

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A History of Veterans Day 15:38

1+ y ago15:38

15:38

On this week's episode, I take a break from aviation history and briefly talk about the history of Veterans Day from its World War I origin in 1918 and how the holiday has evolved today. Email me at todd@theplaidpilot.com or DM me on Instagram: @theplaidpilot Aviator of the Week: Rod from KPVG Music by Monday Hopes…

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Who are the 99s? 1:06:02

1+ y ago1:06:02

1:06:02

In 1929, Amelia Earhart got together with fellow aviatrixes to form an organization dedicated to promoting aviation, keeping records of women in aviation, and giving women pilots a community to grow with. Over nine decades later, the 99s are a thriving organization. This week I'm joined by Natalie Gramer to talk about the history of women in aviati…

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A Haunted Aviation Museum! 47:46

1+ y ago47:46

47:46

For this week’s Halloween special, I get to talk to Barb Kramer from the haunted Kansas Aviation Museum. We talk about the history of the museum and aviation in Kansas, and Barb shares some ghost stories from her time as Director of Operations. Kansas Aviation Museum Website: https://kansasaviationmuseum.org/ Kansas Aviation Museum Facebook: https:…

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Instrument Checkride Update 2:19

1+ y ago2:19

2:19

It has been an eventful week, not with all the results I'd hoped for. But catch next week's special Halloween episode where I get to talk with the Director of Operations at a museum where paranormal aviators still walk the halls. Check out the Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theplaidpilot/ Email Me - todd@theplaidpilot.com…

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33. Meteorology 2/7: Global Winds & Air Currents 32:36

1+ y ago32:36

32:36

We discuss global air circulation in Hadley Cells, Ferrel Cells, and Polar Cells; jet streams; how and why the directions of global winds vary; and how global air circulation influences regional climates. We also enjoy a brief detour discussing the effects of global wind on world history! Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downlo…

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Hear Me on the Food 4 Thought Podcast! 4:54

1+ y ago4:54

4:54

I'm taking this week off as I prepare for my Instrument Checkride, but you can still catch me talking about aviation history on the Food 4 Thought Podcast at https://thefood4thoughtpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1958889/11457241 Music by Monday HopesBởi Todd Weld

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Fast Eddie: The Story of Eddie Rickenbacker, Part 2 43:56

1+ y ago43:56

43:56

After becoming the Ace of Aces for the United States in WWI, with 26 kills, Eddie Rickenbacker returned home a hero, but his story was far from over. From designing cars, to writing books, to pledging his airline to help in WWII, life after the Army was anything but mundane. Greg Primus joins me in a special two-part episode following the incredibl…

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Fast Eddie: The Story of Eddie Rickenbacker, Part 1 37:30

1+ y ago37:30

37:30

Dropping out of school as a teenager after his father's death, Edward Rickenbacker would eventually become a famous race car driver, WWI ace, and go on to purchase the largest sporting venue in the world, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Greg Primus joins me in a special two-part episode following the incredible story of "Fast Eddie". Guest Speaker…

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The Flying Hobos 30:44

1+ y ago30:44

30:44

Ninety years ago this week, James Banning and Thomas Allen took off from Los Angeles, California to become the first African Americans to fly coast to coast. Relying on the generosity of others for food, lodging and fuel, they called themselves The Flying Hobos. On this week's episode, I talk about their incredible story. Aviator of the Week: Rylie…

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Podcast Stickers! 0:49

1+ y ago0:49

0:49

I'm taking the week off, but I want to say thanks for listening by giving away free The Plaid Pilot Podcast stickers. If you want one, send me an email at todd@theplaidpilot.com or on Instagram - @theplaidpilot Music by Monday HopesBởi Todd Weld

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Boeing 747: Five Variants of the Queen of the Skies 45:48

1+ y ago45:48

45:48

In this week's episode, we talk a little bit about the history of the Boeing 747 and look at five of the coolest variants that have been produced over the years. Aviator of the Week: Mike from KGED - IG: @pilot_mikey_b Music by Monday HopesBởi Todd Weld

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Five Pioneering Aviatrixes You Should Know 55:57

1+ y ago55:57

55:57

Blanche Scott became the first woman to solo an airplane in the United States 112 years ago this week. On this episode I'm joined by Northrup Grumman test conductor Casey Truman as we talk about her life and the lives of Hazel Ying Lee, Bessie Coleman, Jackie Cochran, and Willa Brown: all women who paved the way for those who came after them in avi…

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32. Meteorology 1/7: Foundations 40:32

1+ y ago40:32

40:32

We discuss atmospheric composition, the layers of the atmosphere, and basic weather theory: Unequal heating of the Earth's surface leads to different densities of air. Different temperatures and densities lead to rising and sinking air, or high and low pressure areas. The highs and lows lead to convection. Convection is influenced by the Coriolis F…

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How I Became a Pilot/Get to Know Me 24:32

1+ y ago24:32

24:32

In this episode, we take a break from aviation history to get to know your host. I talk about growing up as an avgeek, and how I ended up becoming a pilot. The Plaid Pilot Podcast Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/theplaidpilot/ Music by Monday HopesBởi Todd Weld

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Wiley Post: From the Farm to the Stratosphere 1:04:01

1+ y ago1:04:01

1:04:01

Wiley Post grew up moving from farm to farm around Texas and Oklahoma. He dropped out of school before high school and eventually spent time in prison. He would go on to set multiple aviation records and become the first person to fly a single engine airplane solo around the world. Greg Primus joins me to talk about his remarkable life. Guest Speak…

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Otto Lilienthal: The Father of Aviation 40:49

1+ y ago40:49

40:49

Otto Lilienthal made over 2000 glider flights in the 19th Century and some of his findings are still used in the study of aerodynamics today. Traff Doherty, the director of the National Soaring Museum, joins me this week to talk about the Father of Aviation and the legacy he left. Guest Speaker: Trafford Doherty National Soaring Museum - https://ww…

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Who Was Harriet Quimby? 35:34

1+ y ago35:34

35:34

Harriet Quimby is possibly one of the most famous women you've never heard of. At the age of 36, she became the first woman in the United States to earn her pilot license. In this episode I talk about the ways she made her mark during the first decade of powered flight. Aviator of the Week - Matt from KCDC - IG: @mattbourdon_ Music by Monday Hopes…

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Five Things You Probably Didn't Know About Amelia Earhart 53:47

1+ y ago53:47

53:47

Nearly everyone has heard of Amelia Earhart. This week Emily Herron joins me to talk about the aviatrix behind the famous and tragic around-the-world flight. Guest Speaker: Emily Herron - IG: @emilyattheairport Purdue University Online Amelia Earhart Collection - https://earchives.lib.purdue.edu/digital/search/collection/epurdue!earhart The Ninety-…

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Trailer 0:21

2y ago0:21

0:21

Check out the trailer for The Plaid Pilot Podcast, a brand new aviation history podcast. Coming soon!Bởi Todd Weld

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31. More Coming Soon! A Quick Update 1:37

2y ago1:37

1:37

Thank you for your support! As we approach the six month anniversary of our podcast, we are celebrating over 2,000 listeners from 39 countries. Even though it has been taking us a while to release recent episodes, we have over 30 that have been recorded that we are planning to edit and release, plus many more that have yet to be recorded. If you'd …

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30. Captain Gema 3/3: Converting Foreign Pilot Licenses to FAA 30:51

2y ago30:51

30:51

Captain Gema Goeyardi explains two different scenarios and sets of requirements for converting foreign pilot licenses to FAA (USA) pilot certificates. The first scenario is for a pilot who already holds a foreign ATP. In that case, the ATP pilot certificate can be converted directly to an FAA ATP certificate. The second is for pilots with lower lev…

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29. Captain Gema 2/3: Visas & International Flight Students in the United States 19:13

2y ago19:13

19:13

Our guest speaker, Captain Gema Goeyardi, talks about visas and requirements for international students wishing to receive flight training in the United States. Resources Mentioned in Episode: YouTube Video by Capt. Gema: "CAN WE USE B1/B2 USA VISA FOR FLIGHT TRAINING" General Information about US Visas ESTA Visa Waiver Program B-1 & B-2 Visa Progr…

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28. Captain Gema 1/3: How the 14DAYPILOT Flight Academy Accomplishes Accelerated Training 18:51

2y ago18:51

18:51

Our guest speaker, Captain Gema Goeyardi of the 14DAYPILOT Flight Academy, gives advice and explains about acceptable visas for flight training for international students wishing to train in the United States. Flight School Mentioned in Episode - 14DAYPILOT Flight Academy YouTube Channel for 14DAYPILOT Flight Academy Online Ground Schools For Stude…

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27. Are Flight Simulators Good for Training? 19:00

2y ago19:00

19:00

Are flight simulators good for training? It depends on how you are using them. We will discuss pros and cons and how to use them appropriately. Resources Mentioned in Episode – FltPlan Go X-Plane 11 Microsoft Flight Simulator VATSIM Luiz Monteiro VOR Simulator (http://www.luizmonteiro.com/learning_vor_sim.aspx) Speakers – Captain Theresa Mawuta O'M…

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26. Helpful Tips for Flight Training & Learning Efficiently 49:53

2y ago49:53

49:53

We talk about ways to learn and study more efficiently, frequency of training, our favorite online resources, and more! Resources Mentioned in Episode – "Marty Lobdell - Study Less Study Smart" YouTube Video "Airport Viewer" For Viewing Traffic at Large Airports "Bold Method" Numerous Great Flight Training Resources "SKYbrary" Huge Database of Flig…

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