Crash Illustrates Shortcomings of NTSB General Aviation Accident Investigations
Episode 53 The NTSB investigation of the tragic 2006 crash of a single-engine Cessna 206 was attributed to pilot error. Although evidence has surfaced that questions that conclusion, the findings have...
20 Jan 20211h 5min
All You Need to Know About Whole Aircraft Rescue Parachute Systems
Episode 52 More than 430 lives have been saved by the BRS Whole Aircraft Rescue Parachute System. John and Greg welcome BRS Managing Director and President Enrique Dillon to get all the details about ...
13 Jan 202157min
Piloting Issues in Business and Charter Aviation
Episode 51 Experienced pilot Bob Jenkins joins Greg and John for this look at piloting challenges in business and charter aviation. COVID-19 is leading to increased interest in these flight options as...
6 Jan 20211h 2min
Piper Wing Spar Corrosion Examined
Guest Jason Lukasik, president of JL2 Aviation Consultants and former FAA inspector, walks John and Greg through the recent Airworthiness Directive related to PA 28 Series planes. Jason shares his fir...
23 Dec 202056min
Assessing Cognitive Function in Pilots
Episode 49 Special guest is Dr Chuck Dennison, forensic and aviation psychologist, who specializes in neuropsychological evaluations for the FAA. He talks about how he tests cognitive function to ensu...
16 Dec 202059min
Drugs Impact Aviation Safety and WTF Segment Begins
John and Greg kick off this episode with a new segment – WTF. They talk about several recent accident reports that identify unbelievable neglect of basic safety procedures. “Stupid or not stupid, all ...
9 Dec 202053min
Emergency Response in Aviation - Episode 47
Episode 47 Jump in for a deep dive into emergency response in aviation. All sectors of the industry need to plan and prepare for emergency scenarios like crashes and much more. Special guest is Mark D...
2 Dec 202055min
Propellers and Air Safety
Episode 46 Prop strikes are pretty common. Even seemingly minor nicks and gouges can lead to major safety issues. John and Greg focus on propellers as the “ugly stepsisters” of aircraft maintenance. T...
19 Nov 202054min
