If you are looking for a way to supplement your pilot flight training, you are welcome to join us for recorded ground school lessons and conversations! Most of the lessons are in the format of a "guided discussion," which is considered to be easier to remember than a traditional lecture. Participants join in from around the world through the Pilot Flight Training club on the social media platform Clubhouse. More information is in the show notes. You are welcome to join us live as we record o ...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The quality of flight schools and instructors varies a lot, depending on which you chose. We hope to help you find the best match for yourself as we discuss tips on how to find the right flight school, instructor, financing, and scholarships. Handouts (pdf format) – How to Start Flight Training – USA Perspective How To Start Flight Training – Inter…
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After our main conversation about pathways to careers, several of pilots continued an informal discussion about schedules and work-life balance for professional pilots. Humorous Links Mentioned in Episode (Not to be taken seriously) - YouTube Video "Living The Dream" YouTube Video "Livin' The (Pilot Wife) Dream" Speakers – Captain Theresa Unmesh Du…
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Professional pilots from around the world share stories about their flight training and tell us about their current careers. Handouts (pdf format) – How To Start Flight Training – International Perspective How to Start Flight Training – USA Perspective Speakers – Captain Theresa Philipp Rodenkirchen Hrvoje Zubek Mawuta O'May Unmesh Dutt Tamara Grif…
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Professional pilots from around the world tell us how they completed their flight training and how it led to their current careers. Many thanks to our panel of distinguished speakers! Handouts (pdf format) – How To Start Flight Training – International Perspective How to Start Flight Training – USA Perspective Speakers – Captain Theresa Kevin Deebl…
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We continue our conversation of basic requirements for starting flight training. Handouts (pdf format) – How to Start Flight Training – USA Perspective How To Start Flight Training – International Perspective Speakers – Captain Theresa 鄭 介民 Henrique Carneiro Obviate Resources – Clubhouse: New User Guide Clubhouse: Pilot Flight Training House (Forme…
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Are you starting at the very beginning? Here is general information to give you a basic understanding of the requirements for flight training. Handouts (pdf format) – How to Start Flight Training – USA Perspective How To Start Flight Training – International Perspective Speakers – Captain Theresa Henrique Carneiro Tara Dana Navarro Moe Alpha 鄭 介民 R…
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If you have questions about how to get started on Clubhouse, this is your invitation to learn more about why we love it and to join us for our live conversations! Speakers – Captain Theresa Henrique Carneiro Z Raphael Lopez Kyle Chicago ORD Philipp Rodenkirchen Nadeane Shanita Polk gab Dana Navarro Moe Alpha Resources – Podcast Mentioned in Episode…
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Some ways that pilots can get over their fear of flying is through desensitization, feeling in control, imagining more realistic scenarios rather than the worst case, and by knowing how to recover properly in emergencies. Speakers – Captain Theresa DeShelle Burrowes Raphaela B. Resources – Clubhouse: New User Guide Clubhouse: Pilot Flight Training …
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We continue our discussion on mental health for pilots and aviation professionals. We cover anxiety, handling emergencies, and trauma. You can learn about techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and favorite apps! With guest speaker DeShelle Burrowes, NCC, LPC, CLC, CMC-1 of Aviat…
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Learn about self-care and legal concerns related to mental health issues for pilots. Guest speaker DeShelle Burrowes, NCC, LPC, CLC, CMC-1 discusses how her coaching business, Aviation Coaching & Consulting, LLC, can offer confidential coaching to pilots, flight attendants, and other professionals in the aviation industry. Speakers – Captain Theres…
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We discuss medical factors for pilots including emotion, eating, dehydration, ear block, sinus block, motion sickness, hypoxia, supplemental oxygen, carbon monoxide poisoning, hyperventilation, decompression sickness after scuba diving (the bends), and vision. Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/medical-factors Speakers …
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We discuss fatigue in pilots along with several tips and hacks for getting better sleep! Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/medical-factors Speakers – Captain Theresa DeShelle Burrowes Henrique Carneiro Unmesh Dutt Mica Park Destinyjay Maletta DM Garcia Caroline Bandeira Resources – Clubhouse: New User Guide Clubhouse: …
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We discuss how pilots can perform a popular preflight inspection on themselves: the I'M SAFE Checklist. We will go into detail on illness, medication, stress, and alcohol usage. Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/medical-factors Speakers – Captain Theresa DM Garcia Mica Park Shanita Polk Johnny Pickett Unmesh Dutt Anime…
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We conclude our series by discussing soft field landings, night landings, how to "cheat," and other tips for pilots to learn landings! Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/landings-parts-4-to-7 Speakers – Captain Theresa gab Destinyjay Maletta Moe Alpha Henrique Carneiro Philipp Rodenkirchen Dana Navarro Johnny Pickett Ra…
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We discuss variations on landings, such as flapless landings, landings with strong headwinds, why to add speed for wind gusts, and short field landings! Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/landings-parts-4-to-7 Speakers – Captain Theresa Henrique Carneiro Prasen W Destinyjay Maletta Johnny Pickett Moe Alpha gab Jonathan …
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Captain Theresa shares some tips for how to teach crosswind landings as quickly and easily as possible! Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/landings-parts-4-to-7 Speaker – Captain Theresa Resources – Clubhouse: New User Guide Clubhouse: Pilot Flight Training House (Formerly a Club) Instagram: @landingswithaflair Show Web…
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Crosswind landings are some of the most challenging maneuvers for pilots to learn. We will discuss forward slips, side slips, crabbing, common errors, and tips to improve your crosswind landings! Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/landings-parts-4-to-7 Speakers – Captain Theresa Shanita Polk Henrique Carneiro Destinyjay…
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There is a common expression in flying that "you can always go around." While it is important for pilots to be ready and willing to go around, sometimes it is safer not to, for example, when a part of the aircraft has struck the ground and potentially received damage. We will discuss tips for go-arounds and how to "cram, climb, clean, and communica…
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We discuss the six main types of landing errors: floating, ballooning, bouncing, porpoising, flaring too high, and loss of directional control. Learn how to recognize and recover from the most common mistakes! Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/landingsparts1to3/ Speakers – Captain Theresa Omar AlHelali Henrique Carneir…
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We discuss how pilots can accomplish a successful flare, touchdown, and rollout during landing. Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/landingsparts1to3/ Speakers – Captain Theresa Sandun Prabodha Eli Jah Henrique Carneiro gab Philipp Rodenkirchen Omar AlHelali Moe Alpha Resources – Clubhouse: New User Guide Clubhouse: Pilo…
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We begin our series on landings by discussing how to accomplish a safe and stabilized approach. Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/landingsparts1to3/ Speakers – Captain Theresa Henrique Carneiro Sandun Prabodha Philipp Rodenkirchen Mayank Panwar Eli Jah Kumail Bukhari Omar AlHelali Resources – Clubhouse: New User Guide …
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Pilots and air traffic controllers give advice and tips for radio calls for beginners. They also discuss common errors and professionalism on frequencies such as "guard." Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/radio-communication/ Speakers – Captain Theresa Johnny Pickett April Ellis Philipp Rodenkirchen Henrique Carneiro V…
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Pilots and air traffic controllers discuss international differences in radio calls such as transition levels, flight levels, and when it is appropriate to use slang or more casual formats. They also cover the proper way to say numbers. Handout (pdf format) – https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/radio-communication/ Speakers – Captain Theresa S…
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Speakers from around the world introduce themselves! Speakers – Captain Theresa Philipp Rodenkirchen Henrique Carneiro April Ellis gab Johnny Pickett Manuela Stan Kyle Chicago ORD Animesh Vyas Omar AlHelali Shanita Polk Raphael Lopez Mica Park Knowe Dials Enzo LeRoi Jacek Lawrecki Moe Alpha Emilio Vargas El Capitano Stig Aviation Resources – Clubho…
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Pilots from around the world discuss radio calls and proper terminology. Learn about international differences, like which countries prefer "Affirm" over "Affirmative!" Handout (pdf format)- https://landingswithaflair.com/downloads/radio-communication/ Speakers- Captain Theresa gab Manuela Stan Henrique Carneiro Alex Reil April Ellis Johnny Pickett…
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Thank you for joining us on this wonderful podcast journey! Resources – More About the Dunning-Kruger Effect: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunning%E2%80%93Kruger_effect Clubhouse: New User Guide Clubhouse: Pilot Flight Training House (Formerly a Club) Instagram: @landingswithaflair Show Website: landingswithaflair.com…
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