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Retro-Aero
by Check Pilot Dale
Aeronautics and Aerobatics. We discuss Aviation, Aviation Safety, Aviation News, Tailwheel Aviation, Stick and Rudder, Aviation History, and more!
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Aviation Always Has Exceptions
Whenever there is a "rule" or you think you understand how to fly airplanes, you find out there is an exception to that rule or "the right way" to fly is actually the wrong way with a specific make and model aircraft - particularly when it involves older airplanes.
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How do we improve aviation instruction?
Catching up on the Spirit Bankruptcy, CTAF application window is closed, and How do we improve aviation instruction today? Perhaps we should include a CFI's pass rate as a criteria during an airline interview.
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CTAF Application Window Closes Soon!
The window to apply for the scholarship closes May 31, 2026. Don't miss this opportunity, apply today!
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What is a Check Pilot?
What is a Check Pilot? What do they do? And how does one become one?
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Is Becoming a Pilot in 2026 Worth it? No, no it’s not.
I called this episode 13 when in fact it was episode 12. Just making sure you’re paying attention.. Yup, that’s it. Oops. In this episode I discuss the assumption that becoming a pilot in 2026 is worth it. If you are just starting your career in 2026, you face the very real probablity that you will never make Captain pay ... Read More
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CTAF Application Window Is Open
It’s finally happened. I recorded another episode! And this one is important: Our scholarship application window is open. So if you are interested in a scholarship to earn your tailwheel endorsement, apply on our website! Our Sponsors: Tailwheel Academy. If you are in need to learn the skills to staying alive while flying, a spin endorsement, tailwheel endorsement, or a ... Read More
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RAE5: Special Dad Edition
My Dad was a CFI during a rather different era of aviation. In this podcast, I share one of my Dad’s emails about his “Ah-Hah” moment in learning how to fly, and how that knowledge still applies today. Our Sponsors: Tailwheel Academy. If you are in need to learn the skills to staying alive while flying, a spin endorsement, tailwheel ... Read More
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RAE4: Who’s Flying the Plane?
We are joined by FO Tina, FO Rachel, and Student Julianna who share some amazing “Ah-hah!” moments. Support Women in Aviation! Tina’s local WAI chapter is having a Girls in Aviation Day. More info here: https://waifortlauderdale.wixsite.com/waifll . Our Sponsors: Tailwheel Academy. If you are in need to learn the skills to staying alive while flying, a spin endorsement, tailwheel endorsement, ... Read More
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RAE3: PMP Helicopter Crash & “Ah-hah”s via Zoom!
Our first Group "Ah-hah!" moment. Thanks to CEO Steve, Safety Ziva, and RV Jeff for joining us today! It's my first attempt at recording from a Zoom call.
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What is Retro-Aero about?
Aeronautics and Aerobatics. We discuss Aviation, Aviation Safety, Aviation News, Tailwheel Aviation, Stick and Rudder, Aviation History, and more!
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Retro-Aero is created and hosted by Check Pilot Dale.
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