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Pilot Briefing - Aviation Podcast

by AOPA

Get your top five general aviation news updates each week right here! A quick aviation update for pilots or anyone who enjoys aviation, flying, airplanes, aircraft, or just your average #AvGeek!

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  1. Special announcement

    A special announcement about AOPA's Pilot Briefing podcast.

  2. Season 6, Episode 23 - Week of June 10, 2024

    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...

  3. Season 6, Episode 22 - Week of June 3, 2024

    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...

  4. Season 6 Episode 21 - Week of May 27, 2024

  5. Season 6 Episode 20 - Week of May 20, 2024

    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...

  6. Season 6 Episode 19 - Week of May 13, 2024

    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...

  7. Season 6 Episode 18 - Week of May 6, 2024

    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…

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  8. Season 6 Episode 17 - Week of April 29, 2024

    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…

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  9. Season 6 Episode 16 - Week of April 22, 2024

    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...

  10. Season 6 Episode 15 - Week of April 15, 2024

    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...

  11. Season 6 Episode 14 - Week of April 8, 2024

    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...

  12. Season 6 Episode 13 - Week of April 1, 2024

    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...

  13. Season 6 Episode 12 - Week of March 25, 2024

    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...

  14. Season 6 Episode 11 - Week of March 18, 2024

  15. Season 6 Episode 10 - Week of March 11, 2024

    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

  16. Season 6 Episode 9 - Week of March 4, 2024

    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…

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  17. Season 6 episode 8 - Week of February 26, 2024

  18. Season 6 Episode 7 - Week of February 19, 2024

  19. Season 6 Episode 6 - Week of February 12, 2024

    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

  20. Season 6 Episode 5 - Week of January 29, 2024

    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...

  21. Season 6 Episode 4 - Week of January 22, 2023

    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…

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  22. Season 6 Episode 3 - Week of January 15, 2024

    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...

  23. Season 6 Episode 2 - Week of January 8, 2024

    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...

  24. Season 6 Episode 1 - Week of January 1, 2024

    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...

  25. Season 5 Episode 52 - Week of December 25, 2023

    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...

  26. Season 5 Episode 51 - Week of December 18, 2023

    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...

  27. Season 5 Episode 50 - Week of December 11, 2023

    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...

  28. Season 5 Episode 49 - Week of December 4, 2023

    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…

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  29. Season 5 Episode 48 - Week of November 27, 2023

    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...

  30. Season 5 Episode 47 - Week of November 20, 2023

    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 [email protected].

  31. Season 5 Episode 46 - Week of November 13, 2023

  32. Season 5 Episode 45 - Week of November 6, 2023

    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...

  33. Season 5 Episode 44 - Week of October 30, 2023

    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...

  34. Season 5 Episode 43 - Week of October 23, 2023

    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...

  35. Season 5 Episode 42 - Week of October 16, 2023

    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,...

  36. Season 5 Episode 41 - Week of October 9, 2023

    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...

  37. Season 5 Episode 40 - Week of October 2, 2023

    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...

  38. Season 5 Episode 39 - Week of September 25, 2023

    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…

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  39. Season 5 Episode 38 - Week of September 18, 2023

    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...

  40. Season 5 Episode 37 - Week of September 11, 2023

    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...

  41. Season 5 Episode 36 - Week of September 4, 2023

    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…

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  42. Season 5 Episode 35 - Week of August 28, 2023

    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...

  43. Season 5 Episode 34 - Week of August 21, 2023

    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…

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  44. Season 5 Episode 33 - Week of August 14, 2023

    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...

  45. Season 5 Episode 32 - Week of August 7, 2023

    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…

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  46. Season 5 Episode 31 - Week of July 31, 2023

    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...

  47. Season 5 Episode 30 - Week of July 24, 2023

    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...

  48. Season 5 Episode 29 - Week of July 17, 2023

    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...

  49. Season 5 Episode 28 - Week of July 10, 2023

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

  50. Season 5 Episode 27 - Week of July 3, 2023

    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...

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Get your top five general aviation news updates each week right here! A quick aviation update for pilots or anyone who enjoys aviation, flying, airplanes, aircraft, or just your average #AvGeek!

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