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Thanks for listening to the June 10, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week: FAA orders immediate spar inspection of 499 Piper aircraft Federal court creates new burden for backcountry pilots Pilots fight to preserve access to backcountry airstrips Experience the D.C. flyover Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the June 3, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Reno Air Races find new home in Roswell, NM Survey finds pilots who use home flight simulators get to checkride quicker Practice your Oshkosh arrival with SimVenture Maryland bills extend tax break for aircraft owners   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the May 13, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:  Congress passes FAA reauthorization Virtual acro with Patty Wagstaff Van’s Aircraft cleared to exit bankruptcy Bankruptcy auction set for Icon Aircraft Airline hiring softens   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the May 13, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:  Dick Rutan dies FAA advises Lake Amphibian spar inspections Goose meets Foreflight  New AOPA video content just for you National GA Flyover livestream Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the May 6, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:  Nebraska tornadoes strike GA side of Omaha  AOPA’s Air Safety Institute releases new accident case study TSA finalizes flight training security program General aviation flyover May 11 Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.      

Thanks for listening to the April 29, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week: New ForeFlight layer shows turbulence King Schools offers new course Beta achieves manned eVTOL transition Harbour Air orders electric motors Join AOPA, CPB for May 3 webinar on border crossings Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the April 22, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   FAA returns airman standards to regulation SeaRey maker inop, buyer sought Aero Friedrichshafen roundup NYC seeks to curtail helicopter operations Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.          

Thanks for listening to the April 15, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Celebrating the 50th Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo TBM anticipates increased deliveries in 2024 A golf legend’s Cessna Skylark Pilots fly to solar eclipse   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the April 8, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week: Icon declares bankruptcy Van's presents bankruptcy recovery plan Committee issues recommendations on mental health  Prior planning recommended for pilots flying during the total eclipse Missouri flight school kept on teaching after gustnado Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the April 1, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   National GA flyover pilots complete dress rehearsal   Supersonic demonstrator makes debut flight   Real Pilot Story: Trapped in the Hills   NTSB reports on fatal Nashville accident   Tamarack winglet system could become inop without alert   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.        

Thanks for listening to the March 25th, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week: Will record-breaking hiring trends continue?   Florida GA license plate success   Avidyne STC will replace Cirrus Entegra panels   Michigan airshow future uncertain   AOPA launches aviation career prep curriculum Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.      

FAA grants exemption for Velis Electro Flight Training Experience winners AOPA Baron surpasses 150 flight hours with G100UL Icon A5 weight, useful load increased Eclipse coming April 8

Thanks for listening to the March 4, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:    Piper AD NTSB reverses findings that pinned fatal accident on Tamarack winglets Heli-Expo showcases new turbine helicopter, training tech Kitplane maker Bearhawk Aircraft changes hands Ampaire's hybrid electric Caravan runs on SAF   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the February 12, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week: Senate commerce committee moves faa reauthorization bill 2024 FAA GA Activity survey underway  Van’s Aircraft announces price increases Garmin goes slim Mark Baker is moving on  

Thanks for listening to the January 29, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week: AOPA provides support recommendations on MOSAIC   Many Van’s customers still await word on price hike   Electric training takes off at Arizona flight school Pivotal opens sales for light EVTOL Helix   Hal, Sandy Shevers hang it up   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the January 22, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   AOPA prepares for MOSAIC comment deadline FAA updates advisory circular on engine power loss accidents Atlantic Aviation to install electric chargers at FBOs California flight school fighting to keep business license Washington man sentenced to 8 months prison for laser strike     Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.    

Thanks for listening to the January 15, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:  Jet mods for Cirrus piston fleet  Van's Aircraft customers hold the key Redbird seeks input on flight training Residents sue Colorado airport Real Pilot Stories: Trouble Over Paradise Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the January 8, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   New entry procedures in effect in Mexico ForeFlight's new Recap feature   Man charged with stealing Kitfox in Nevada Australia teen flies solo around continent Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the January 1, 2024, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   When you need to clear Customs  Colorado noise disputes escalate  Air Race Classic registration opens January 2 AOPA’s Adam Meredith succumbs to cancer   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the December 25, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   AOPA backs Trent Palmer’s bid to overturn suspension   Congress passes short-term FAA extension   Reliable Robotics achieves uncrewed flight Able Flight Go Fund Me   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the December 18, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:  Creditor deadline set in Van's Aircraft bankruptcy Transforming a 'culture of silence' AOPA mourns airports advocate Bill Dunn  Holiday cheer is in the air Redbird Migration 2024 registration is open Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the December 11, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Van’s enters chapter 11 bankruptcy   Intentional crash lands Trevor Jacob in prison ASI rolls out new Real Pilot Story   FAA to host MOSAIC webinar   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the December 4, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   FAA expanding weather camera coverage    New streaming service made for love of aviation   Hartzell Engine Tech expands its portfol   Titan takes over Aeroshell partnership   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.        

Thanks for listening to the November 27, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Signals of strength, stress in aircraft market   FAA grants AOPA request for more time to comment on Piper rudder AD https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2023/november/21/faa-grants-aopa-request-for-more-time-to-comment-on-piper-rudder-ad   Richard G McSpadden Report issued       MT-Propeller offers three-blade prop for Piper PA-23       Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.    

Thanks for listening to the November 20, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   FAA updates seaplane operation safety information Electrifying news from Joby   CubCrafters goes infrared Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.    

Thanks for listening to the November 6, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Angel Flight West celebrates milestone with star power Las Vegas airports limit access ahead of Formula 1 race Van’s Aircraft reports cash crunch, prompts concern uAvionix acquires traffic avoidance tech creator MT Propeller announces new warbird propeller Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the October 30, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Whitaker confirmed as new FAA administrator Few preliminary clues in fatal Lake Placid accident Garmin’s new aviation smartwatch also tracks your health Lock Haven community could lose millions if airport closes Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the October 23, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   EPA releases final avgas emission endangerment finding NBAA wrap-up Hartzell Propellers changes hands  AOPA integrates events calendar into airport directory    Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the October 9, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Sporty’s launches enhanced flight training courses Sporty’s 2023 Christmas ornament is an Aeronca Champ FAA updates policy on designee terminations AOPA insists on fair, reasonable FBO fees EAA says fatal homebuilt accidents down 28 percent Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the October 9, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   FAA extends MOSAIC comment deadline AD proposed for Piper rudder post failures Improved airport noise policy guidance on the horizon Whitaker testifies at Senate FAA confirmation hearing First 'vertiport' gets FAA approval Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the October 2, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week: AOPA mourns death of Richard McSpadden  Speak up for better convective forecasts NATCA honors controllers who made a difference  Joby delivers electric air taxi to Air Force  Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the September 25, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   ASI releases early analysis of T-6 midair at Reno Air Races Storm wrecks aircraft at Arizona airport   Joby sets sights on Ohio NetJets plans for fleet expansion   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the September 18, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:     2 pilots dead after planes crash at Reno  NTSB: Snapchat post causes fatal distraction   FAA delays drone ID enforcement   Aviation organizations ask for stability at FAA   Joby going greener with liquid hydrogen   Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.      

Thanks for listening to the September 11, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:    FAA eases burden for many pilots with ADHD history White House nominates Michael Whitaker as FAA administrator Jimmy Buffett mourned Trig Avionics gains FAA STC Accident case study: High aspirations     Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.      

Thanks for listening to the August 28, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:    Aircraft deliveries ‘strong’ in first half of 2023  Revamped Aviationweather.gov to launch soon  Flight training experience survey is back Aspen, Trio integrate digital autopilot  Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.    

Thanks for listening to the August 28, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   NTSB reports on fatal accidents at EAA AirVenture WAI opens 2024 scholarship window Virginia first in nation with full ADS-B coverage IFR planning in warm weather with ForeFlight Delta opens Propel flight academy with skyborne academy      Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the August 21, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Airlines raise pay, hire at unprecedented pace Hawaii pilots organize airlift to fire-ravaged Lahaina iFly update includes integration with Avidyne   Texas court orders YouTuber to pay for defamation  Adacel collaborates with CAE on ATC training Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.  

Thanks for listening to the August 14, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:  Tips for pattern entries Read all your ASA e-books on new app King Schools releases new test prep app Seaplane pilots: Raise gear on positive rate CAU receives Part 141 approval in Phoenix  Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.   

Thanks for listening to the August 7, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:  Denali’s AirVenture debutKing Schools announces maintenance curriculum, test prep appDaher, RAF keep the backcountry accessible Auto radar, cirrus iq added as options for vision jet FOUR KILLED IN TWO EAA AIRVENTURE ACCIDENTS

Thanks for listening to the July 31, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Demand for pilots rebounds in new Boeing forecast Cirrus Aircraft to offer private pilot training Continental Jet A piston engine earns FAA approval New findings shed light on drone encounters AOPA plans national celebration of general aviation in 2024  Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Thanks for listening to the July 24, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:  Light sport envelope expansion proposed Fight for fair, reasonable FBO fees hits turbulence Interior glow-up for Cessna single-engine lineup Elixir awaiting FAA certification Flying friends seize Guinness record Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.

Thanks for listening to the July 17, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   Early Anslysis: Cessna Citation 550 crash in California Merlin tests autonomy in Alaska AOPA You Can Fly guides refreshed for summer flying AV8 Prep introduces online ground school Missouri passes insurance bill Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org. 

Extra 330SX debuts FAA orders inspection of turbocharged aircraft AOPA Foundation announces scholarship recipients  ARC air derby announced  Kansas flight school orders Tecnam aircraft  

Thanks for listening to the July 3, 2023, edition of the Pilot Briefing podcast. Here’s what we talked about this week:   FAA proposes LODA relief Joby rolls out eVTOL production prototype FAA offers medical reconciliation process to some veterans Kitfox gets rugged new backcountry landing gear Florida’s Learn to Fly license plate Questions or comments about this podcast? Email jill.tallman@aopa.org.