Pilot's Discretion from Sporty's

Pilot's Discretion from Sporty's

Author: Sporty's Pilot Shop Language: English Episodes: 127
There’s a particular kind of conversation that happens in the cockpit or after a flight, where the real stories and honest opinions come out. Pilot's Discretion from Sporty's captures that feeling, sitting down for genuine talks with some of the most compelling people in aviation. You’ll hear from flight instructors breaking down the real challenges of training, alongside airshow performers sharing the moments that truly tested their skill. Each episode goes deeper than the usual hangar talk, aiming to connect with anyone who feels that pull to the sky. Wrapping up every conversation is a favorite segment, “ready to copy,” a rapid-fire round that cuts past the cliches to reveal what each guest truly believes. This podcast, presented by Sporty's Pilot Shop, is built for those who live and breathe flying, offering a mix of grounded advice and unforgettable stories from the people who know aviation best. It’s about the shared language and passion that defines the flying life.
Episodes
87. Preventing loss of control accidents, with Randy Brooks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:16
New technology has made flying safer over the last two decades, but it hasn’t done much to prevent loss of control accidents. These are still the number one cause of fatalities in aviation, and according to upset prevent…
86. Airline industry predictions, with Courtney Miller [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:28
Is the post-pandemic boom over for the airlines? Industry analyst and former airline pilot Courtney Miller says the answer is both yes and no. He talks about which airlines are winning and losing in 2024, whether pilot s…
85. Flying seaplanes in the Bahamas, with Paul Harding [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:29
Paul Harding bought a seaplane before he was even a pilot, but went on to log 14,000 hours flying on floats all around the Bahamas. In this fun episode, he shares the details of that fascinating career, with tips on flyi…
84. Living the Cirrus Life, with Todd Simmons [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:44
A quarter of Cirrus customers are not pilots when they buy their airplane. Todd Simmons explains how the company succeeds with these non-pilots, including their focus on enabling a lifestyle instead of just selling specs…
83. New flight control technology and helicopters, with Matt Thurber [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:06
Learning to fly is hard, but revolutionary new fly-by-wire technology just might change that. Matt Thurber, an experienced pilot and journalist, describes how Skyryse has modified a Robinson helicopter and why it could b…
82. Modern engine management, with Martin Pauly [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:05
Operating a piston engine lean of peak can save fuel and reduce engine temperatures, but the topic is shrouded in mystery and even controversy. Flight instructor and YouTube pilot Martin Pauly breaks it all down in this…
81. Automation airmanship and Coast Guard flying, with Chris Lutat [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:22
Modern avionics like glass cockpits and sophisticated autopilots demand a new approach to pilot training, what airline pilot and author Chris Lutat calls “automation airmanship.” He explains what that means, why the dist…
80. ATC from both sides of the mic, with Kevin Plante [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:20
Many pilots are intimidated by Air Traffic Control, but veteran controller Kevin Plante says “we’re just another set of eyes for you.” He explains the details of ATC in this wide-ranging episode, including how he handles…
79. Checkride pressure and flying piston twins, with Jason Blair [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:54
Scheduling a checkride in 2024 might mean waiting three months. What’s going on, and how can applicants prepare for the big day? Longtime examiner Jason Blair shares a host of helpful tips is this episode, including: why…
78. Young pilots and ditching tips, with Amy Laboda [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:39
A new generation of kids is entering the aviation industry right now, and that’s exciting for Amy Laboda. The longtime flight instructor and writer explains why today’s student pilots are different, how writing can make…