The myFlightCoach Podcast Sun, 02 Nov 2025 22:06:31 +0000 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 22:06:31 +0000 Libsyn RSSgen 1.0 http://myflightcoach.libsyn.com 2010 Chris Findley CFI, CFII | myFlightCoach.com http://myflightcoach.libsyn.com A weekly show to encourage you to pursue flying! Discussions of flight training, techniques, aviation business, and news. https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/b/5/2/2/b522deff44951bf2 The myFlightCoach Podcast Chris Findley, CFI. CFII no episodic flying,learn,to,fly,pilot,aviation,chris,findley,myflightcoach,flight,training no Where Flying is More Than A Hobby, It's a Passionchris@myflightcoach.com Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 038 myFlightCoach -Back in the Saddle, Unusual Attitudes, $800,000+ Cirrus? 038 myFlightCoach -Back in the Saddle, Unusual Attitudes, $800,000+ Cirrus? Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:43:09 +0000 26:13 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 037 myFlightCoach -Flying with the iPad, Cold & Warm Fronts 037 myFlightCoach -Flying with the iPad, Cold & Warm Fronts Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:23:01 +0000 28:03 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 036 myFlightCoach -V Speeds, Short and Soft Field Procedures 036 myFlightCoach -V Speeds, Short and Soft Field Procedures Sun, 21 Oct 2012 05:11:25 +0000 32:44 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 035 myFlightCoach -Q&A's from Listeners, Preferred Trainers, Studying for the Oral Exam 035 myFlightCoach -Q&A's from Listeners, Preferred Trainers, Studying for the Oral Exam Wed, 03 Oct 2012 14:00:27 +0000 28:53 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 034 myFlightCoach -Training at a Towered Field, Dealing with Tragedy 034 myFlightCoach -Training at a Towered Field, Dealing with Tragedy Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:46:24 +0000 27:24 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 033 myFlightCoach -Flight Training As a Business (CFI Special) 033 myFlightCoach -Flight Training As a Business (CFI Special) Mon, 09 Jul 2012 02:45:36 +0000 27:10 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 032 myFlightCoach -Anxiety and Difficult Instructors 032 myFlightCoach -Anxiety and Difficult Instructors Tue, 05 Jun 2012 13:52:15 +0000 24:54 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 031 myFlightCoach -LSA vs PVT, Thunderstorm Case Study 031 myFlightCoach -LSA vs PVT, Thunderstorm Case Study Tue, 29 May 2012 13:23:44 +0000 29:32 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 030 myFlightCoach -Insurance Special with Sean Kerr 030 myFlightCoach -Insurance Special with Sean Kerr Tue, 27 Mar 2012 18:41:44 +0000 40:45 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 029 myFlightCoach -Learning Theory and Flight Training 029 myFlightCoach -Learning Theory and Flight Training Sun, 04 Mar 2012 04:05:02 +0000 28:08 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 028 myFlightCoach -Airborne Wx Services, Call-in "Oops" from a Listener 028 myFlightCoach -Airborne Wx Services, Call-in "Oops" from a Listener Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:26:25 +0000 29:06 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 027 myFlightCoach -Accident Case Studies, Red Tails, User Fees 027 myFlightCoach -Accident Case Studies, Red Tails, User Fees Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:13:23 +0000 33:33 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 026 myFlightCoach -Steep Turns 026 myFlightCoach -Steep Turns Fri, 13 Jan 2012 04:26:35 +0000 25:51 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 025 myFlightCoach -Interview with Student Pilot Todd Middlebrooks 025 myFlightCoach -Interview with Student Pilot Todd Middlebrooks Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:02:49 +0000 32:36 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 024 myFlightCoach -The Uncomfortable Slip 024 myFlightCoach -The Uncomfortable Slip Sat, 17 Dec 2011 04:38:41 +0000 20:52 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 023 myFlightCoach -When Are You Ready to Solo? 023 myFlightCoach -When Are You Ready to Solo? Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:11:59 +0000 26:23 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 022 myFlightCoach -Road or Runway? Getting the Experience You Need and Setting Goals 022 myFlightCoach -Road or Runway? Getting the Experience You Need and Setting Goals Fri, 02 Dec 2011 04:06:20 +0000 18:01 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 021 myFlightCoach -New Job, Flying the Solo Cross Countries, A-G for Diversions 021 myFlightCoach -New Job, Flying the Solo Cross Countries, A-G for Diversions Tue, 19 Jul 2011 02:39:10 +0000 25:46 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 020 myFlightCoach -Types of Altitude, Cost of Flying, iPad, Rethinking TFRs 020 myFlightCoach -Types of Altitude, Cost of Flying, iPad, Rethinking TFRs Sat, 11 Jun 2011 12:49:08 +0000 30:00 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 019 myFlightCoach -Interview with Bush Pilot Vern Kingsford, The Terrafugia, What about In-Flight Photography 019 myFlightCoach -Interview with Bush Pilot Vern Kingsford, The Terrafugia, What about In-Flight Photography Sun, 05 Jun 2011 03:52:05 +0000 29:11 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 018 myFlightCoach -Emergency Procedures, PA38 vs 172, Insurance 018 myFlightCoach -Emergency Procedures, PA38 vs 172, Insurance Sat, 28 May 2011 16:33:00 +0000 28:50 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 17 myFlightCoach -How a Listener Broke an Accident Chain, Keys to Better Takeoffs, Go/No-Go Webinar 17 myFlightCoach -How a Listener Broke an Accident Chain, Keys to Better Takeoffs, Go/No-Go Webinar Mon, 16 May 2011 03:18:27 +0000 28:41 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 16 myFlightCoach -FARs Part II, Flight Operations, What about CGI? 16 myFlightCoach -FARs Part II, Flight Operations, What about CGI? Mon, 09 May 2011 13:22:09 +0000 In this episode I continue our discussion on FAR's that are often misunderstood or neglected.  Whereas last week I focused on FAR Pt 61 (Certification of Airmen), this week I focus on Part 91 (Flight Operations).  I also answer a question from Steven in Arizona about the Certificated Ground Instructor rating and whether or not I'd encourage him to pursue it.  

]]> In this episode I continue our discussion on FAR's that are often misunderstood or neglected. Whereas last week I focused on FAR Pt 61 (Certification of Airmen), this week I focus on Part 91 (Flight Operations). I also answer a question from Steven in Arizona about the Certificated Ground Instructor rating and whether or not I'd encourage him to pursue it.

]]> 31:29 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)In this episode I continue our discussion on FAR's that are often misunderstood or neglected.  Whereas last week I focused on FAR Pt 61 (Certification of Airmen), this week I focus on Part 91 (Flight Operations).  I also answer a question from Steven in Arizona about the Certificated Ground Instructor rating and whether or not I'd encourage him to pursue it.  Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIIn this episode I continue our discussion on FAR's that are often misunderstood or neglected.  Whereas last week I focused on FAR Pt 61 (Certification of Airmen), this week I focus on Part 91 (Flight Operations).  I also answer a question from Steven in Arizona about the Certificated Ground Instructor rating and whether or not I'd encourage him to pursue it.   15 myFlightCoach -FARs You Need to Know, Accident Analysis, new Website 15 myFlightCoach -FARs You Need to Know, Accident Analysis, new Website Fri, 29 Apr 2011 18:33:39 +0000 This week our focus is on the FARs, particularly Part I, Certification of Pilots.  I also talk about several accidents and how the accident chain works.  And I discuss a little about the new myFlightCoach.com site.  

]]> This week our focus is on the FARs, particularly Part I, Certification of Pilots. I also talk about several accidents and how the accident chain works. And I discuss a little about the new myFlightCoach.com site.

]]> 29:25 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)This week our focus is on the FARs, particularly Part I, Certification of Pilots.  I also talk about several accidents and how the accident chain works.  And I discuss a little about the new myFlightCoach.com site.  Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIThis week our focus is on the FARs, particularly Part I, Certification of Pilots.  I also talk about several accidents and how the accident chain works.  And I discuss a little about the new myFlightCoach.com site.   014 myFlightCoach -Night Flying, Changes to the FAA Written Exams, ATC Changes 014 myFlightCoach -Night Flying, Changes to the FAA Written Exams, ATC Changes Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:53:00 +0000 26:55 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 013 myFlightCoach -Interview with Airline Pilot Karlene Petitt & Discussion of Women in Aviation 013 myFlightCoach -Interview with Airline Pilot Karlene Petitt & Discussion of Women in Aviation Sat, 09 Apr 2011 23:12:29 +0000 I'm so excited about this week's show.  Karlene Petitt is a remarkable pilot with an extraordinary story.  This interview is about so much more than flying, but about perseverance, tenacity and pursuing your dreams.  

She is an Airbus A330 pilot for Delta and has flown for 8 airlines, has 7 type ratings, and 2 masters degrees.  She has recently finished her first novel.  Additionally, she is an enthusiastic champion of women in aviation.  This conversation was a lot of fun to record and I think you'll find it both informative and inspiring.

Please be sure to pass this show along especially to any women you know who are pilots or aspiring pilots.

Resources from Today's Show:

Karlene's Blog "Flight to Success"

The Airbus A380:  The plane Karlene flies for Delta

Women in Aviation

The Ninety-Nines

The Women of Aviation International

]]> I'm so excited about this week's show. Karlene Petitt is a remarkable pilot with an extraordinary story. This interview is about so much more than flying, but about perseverance, tenacity and pursuing your dreams.

She is an Airbus A330 pilot for Delta and has flown for 8 airlines, has 7 type ratings, and 2 masters degrees. She has recently finished her first novel. Additionally, she is an enthusiastic champion of women in aviation. This conversation was a lot of fun to record and I think you'll find it both informative and inspiring.

Please be sure to pass this show along especially to any women you know who are pilots or aspiring pilots.

Resources from Today's Show:

Karlene's Blog "Flight to Success"

The Airbus A380: The plane Karlene flies for Delta

Women in Aviation

The Ninety-Nines

The Women of Aviation International

]]> 36:50 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)I'm so excited about this week's show.  Karlene Petitt is a remarkable pilot with an extraordinary story.  This interview is about so much more than flying, but about perseverance, tenacity and pursuing your dreams.   She is an Airbus A330 pilot for Delta and has flown for 8 airlines, has 7 type ratings, and 2 masters degrees.  She has recently finished her first novel.  Additionally, she is an enthusiastic champion of women in aviation.  This conversation was a lot of fun to record and I think you'll find it both informative and inspiring. Please be sure to pass this show along especially to any women you know who are pilots or aspiring pilots. Resources from Today's Show: Karlene's Blog "Flight to Success" The Airbus A380:  The plane Karlene flies for Delta Women in Aviation The Ninety-Nines The Women of Aviation InternationalChris Findley, CFI. CFIII'm so excited about this week's show.  Karlene Petitt is a remarkable pilot with an extraordinary story.  This interview is about so much more than flying, but about perseverance, tenacity and pursuing your dreams.   She is an Airbus A330 pilot for Delta and has flown for 8 airlines, has 7 type ratings, and 2 masters degrees.  She has recently finished her first novel.  Additionally, she is an enthusiastic champion of women in aviation.  This conversation was a lot of fun to record and I think you'll find it both informative and inspiring. Please be sure to pass this show along especially to any women you know who are pilots or aspiring pilots. Resources from Today's Show: Karlene's Blog "Flight to Success" The Airbus A380:  The plane Karlene flies for Delta Women in Aviation The Ninety-Nines The Women of Aviation International 012 myFlightCoach -Stalls, Circuit Breakers, Meeting with Schapp, and Congrats to Mark 012 myFlightCoach -Stalls, Circuit Breakers, Meeting with Schapp, and Congrats to Mark Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:07:00 +0000 On today's show I talk about an impromptu meeting with Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com while my family was on vacation in Florida.  I also talk a bit about my friend Mark Jones, who just completed his final flight as a test pilot and C-17 driver. 

The bulk of the show is dedicated to a discussion on stalls --why we practice them and how to develop your confidence when practicing them.  Stall training is invaluable, but sometimes produce some anxiety with students.  There's nothing to fear!  Stalls have nothing to do with the engine (unlike a when a car "stalls") but they have everything to do with wind and wing.  Our main reason for practicing them is to avoid them!  So I talk about the why and how of stall training.

Finally, I discuss a question asked of me by a student abour circuit breakers and when to reset them.  I've had to deal with this a few times and, while it's not necessarily a major issue, we want respond appropriately to avoid making a minor problem, a major one.


Thanks to everyone who continues to listen!  Please pass the word!


Chris

]]> On today's show I talk about an impromptu meeting with Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com while my family was on vacation in Florida. I also talk a bit about my friend Mark Jones, who just completed his final flight as a test pilot and C-17 driver.

The bulk of the show is dedicated to a discussion on stalls --why we practice them and how to develop your confidence when practicing them. Stall training is invaluable, but sometimes produce some anxiety with students. There's nothing to fear! Stalls have nothing to do with the engine (unlike a when a car "stalls") but they have everything to do with wind and wing. Our main reason for practicing them is to avoid them! So I talk about the why and how of stall training.

Finally, I discuss a question asked of me by a student abour circuit breakers and when to reset them. I've had to deal with this a few times and, while it's not necessarily a major issue, we want respond appropriately to avoid making a minor problem, a major one.

Thanks to everyone who continues to listen! Please pass the word!

Chris

]]> 22:21 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)On today's show I talk about an impromptu meeting with Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com while my family was on vacation in Florida.  I also talk a bit about my friend Mark Jones, who just completed his final flight as a test pilot and C-17 driver.  The bulk of the show is dedicated to a discussion on stalls --why we practice them and how to develop your confidence when practicing them.  Stall training is invaluable, but sometimes produce some anxiety with students.  There's nothing to fear!  Stalls have nothing to do with the engine (unlike a when a car "stalls") but they have everything to do with wind and wing.  Our main reason for practicing them is to avoid them!  So I talk about the why and how of stall training. Finally, I discuss a question asked of me by a student abour circuit breakers and when to reset them.  I've had to deal with this a few times and, while it's not necessarily a major issue, we want respond appropriately to avoid making a minor problem, a major one. Thanks to everyone who continues to listen!  Please pass the word! ChrisChris Findley, CFI. CFIIOn today's show I talk about an impromptu meeting with Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com while my family was on vacation in Florida.  I also talk a bit about my friend Mark Jones, who just completed his final flight as a test pilot and C-17 driver.  The bulk of the show is dedicated to a discussion on stalls --why we practice them and how to develop your confidence when practicing them.  Stall training is invaluable, but sometimes produce some anxiety with students.  There's nothing to fear!  Stalls have nothing to do with the engine (unlike a when a car "stalls") but they have everything to do with wind and wing.  Our main reason for practicing them is to avoid them!  So I talk about the why and how of stall training. Finally, I discuss a question asked of me by a student abour circuit breakers and when to reset them.  I've had to deal with this a few times and, while it's not necessarily a major issue, we want respond appropriately to avoid making a minor problem, a major one. Thanks to everyone who continues to listen!  Please pass the word! Chris 011 myFlightCoach -The Flight Review, Flying Wild Alaska, Electric Cessna 011 myFlightCoach -The Flight Review, Flying Wild Alaska, Electric Cessna Sat, 19 Mar 2011 03:03:27 +0000 On today's show, I talk about the success of the Discovery Channel's "Flying Wild Alaska" series as well as the recent rebound in new student pilots.  We talk about the Flight Review--what's it all about?  I discuss the philosophy behind it, ways to approach it and exactly how I conduct my reviews. 

I also talk about the concept for an electric 172, a great book on communications and also answer a question on pattern entry using the mid-field cross.

 

 

]]> On today's show, I talk about the success of the Discovery Channel's "Flying Wild Alaska" series as well as the recent rebound in new student pilots. We talk about the Flight Review--what's it all about? I discuss the philosophy behind it, ways to approach it and exactly how I conduct my reviews.

I also talk about the concept for an electric 172, a great book on communications and also answer a question on pattern entry using the mid-field cross.

]]> 23:26 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)On today's show, I talk about the success of the Discovery Channel's "Flying Wild Alaska" series as well as the recent rebound in new student pilots.  We talk about the Flight Review--what's it all about?  I discuss the philosophy behind it, ways to approach it and exactly how I conduct my reviews.  I also talk about the concept for an electric 172, a great book on communications and also answer a question on pattern entry using the mid-field cross.    Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIOn today's show, I talk about the success of the Discovery Channel's "Flying Wild Alaska" series as well as the recent rebound in new student pilots.  We talk about the Flight Review--what's it all about?  I discuss the philosophy behind it, ways to approach it and exactly how I conduct my reviews.  I also talk about the concept for an electric 172, a great book on communications and also answer a question on pattern entry using the mid-field cross.     010 myFlightCoach -Thoughts on Cirrus/China, Learning in a Taildragger, Xwinds 010 myFlightCoach -Thoughts on Cirrus/China, Learning in a Taildragger, Xwinds Thu, 10 Mar 2011 02:49:05 +0000 Feedback: chris@myflightcoach.com

or call 615-669-2359

On today's show I talk about the Cirrus/China deal as well as some great things that the EAA Young Eagle's program has accomplished.   I also encourage you to be a part of the Women of Aviation International's efforts to encourage more women to participate in flying.

I answer a couple of questions I received on Twitter: "Should I learn to fly in a taildragger?"  and a discussion on the ever-intimidating crosswind landing.

The show finishes with a book recommendation for everyone involved in Flight Training, particularly Flight Schools and CFIs.

Resources from Today's Show:

Brad's First Flight

Women of Aviation International

Aviation Hiring Rebounding

Cirrus' Aquisition by Chinese Company (News)

Cirrus' Press Release on the China Deal

Cirrus Facing Scrutiny on Chinese Deal

EAA's Young Eagle's Program

Tips on Job Search Leads

The Results of the Young Eagle's Program

Jason Shappert on Crosswind Landings

Guy Kawasaki's "Enchantment"

]]> Feedback: chris@myflightcoach.com

or call 615-669-2359

On today's show I talk about the Cirrus/China deal as well as some great things that the EAA Young Eagle's program has accomplished. I also encourage you to be a part of the Women of Aviation International's efforts to encourage more women to participate in flying.

I answer a couple of questions I received on Twitter: "Should I learn to fly in a taildragger?" and a discussion on the ever-intimidating crosswind landing.

The show finishes with a book recommendation for everyone involved in Flight Training, particularly Flight Schools and CFIs.

Resources from Today's Show:

Brad's First Flight

Women of Aviation International

Aviation Hiring Rebounding

Cirrus' Aquisition by Chinese Company (News)

Cirrus' Press Release on the China Deal

Cirrus Facing Scrutiny on Chinese Deal

EAA's Young Eagle's Program

Tips on Job Search Leads

The Results of the Young Eagle's Program

Jason Shappert on Crosswind Landings

Guy Kawasaki's "Enchantment"

]]> 27:00 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Feedback: chris@myflightcoach.com or call 615-669-2359 On today's show I talk about the Cirrus/China deal as well as some great things that the EAA Young Eagle's program has accomplished.   I also encourage you to be a part of the Women of Aviation International's efforts to encourage more women to participate in flying. I answer a couple of questions I received on Twitter: "Should I learn to fly in a taildragger?"  and a discussion on the ever-intimidating crosswind landing. The show finishes with a book recommendation for everyone involved in Flight Training, particularly Flight Schools and CFIs. Resources from Today's Show: Brad's First Flight Women of Aviation International Aviation Hiring Rebounding Cirrus' Aquisition by Chinese Company (News) Cirrus' Press Release on the China Deal Cirrus Facing Scrutiny on Chinese Deal EAA's Young Eagle's Program Tips on Job Search Leads The Results of the Young Eagle's Program Jason Shappert on Crosswind Landings Guy Kawasaki's "Enchantment"Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIFeedback: chris@myflightcoach.com or call 615-669-2359 On today's show I talk about the Cirrus/China deal as well as some great things that the EAA Young Eagle's program has accomplished.   I also encourage you to be a part of the Women of Aviation International's efforts to encourage more women to participate in flying. I answer a couple of questions I received on Twitter: "Should I learn to fly in a taildragger?"  and a discussion on the ever-intimidating crosswind landing. The show finishes with a book recommendation for everyone involved in Flight Training, particularly Flight Schools and CFIs. Resources from Today's Show: Brad's First Flight Women of Aviation International Aviation Hiring Rebounding Cirrus' Aquisition by Chinese Company (News) Cirrus' Press Release on the China Deal Cirrus Facing Scrutiny on Chinese Deal EAA's Young Eagle's Program Tips on Job Search Leads The Results of the Young Eagle's Program Jason Shappert on Crosswind Landings Guy Kawasaki's "Enchantment" 009 myFlightCoach -Student Pilot Interview with Chris Holub 009 myFlightCoach -Student Pilot Interview with Chris Holub Sat, 26 Feb 2011 04:54:29 +0000 Today's show features an interview with Chris Holub, a student pilot from Peoria, AZ who is learning to fly at one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country.  One thing I just love about Chris is that he is so passionate about flying and very involved in helping other people discover flying as well.

He's videoed almost his entire flight training process and you can view these on YouTube (see my show notes).  He is also part of a great podcast roundtable  of other students in the process of learning to fly called "In the Pattern".

He began by flying RC (Radio Controlled) planes and this just led him to learn to fly the real thing.  He's learning in a great airplane, a Piper Archer III.  The greatest feature to me is the fact that it has Air Conditioning!

Chris and I talk about how he got into flying, what he wishes someone had told him when he started, and some adventures he's had along the way.  Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

Please email me at chris@myflightcoach.com or call the brand-new myFlightCoach.com number (anytime 24/7) at: 615-669-2fly  (615-669-2359)

Resources from today's show:

Chris Holub's "In the Pattern" Podcast

Chris Holub's You Tube Channel with all of his flight training videos

Piper Archer III

Deer Valley Airport

]]> Today's show features an interview with Chris Holub, a student pilot from Peoria, AZ who is learning to fly at one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country. One thing I just love about Chris is that he is so passionate about flying and very involved in helping other people discover flying as well.

He's videoed almost his entire flight training process and you can view these on YouTube (see my show notes). He is also part of a great podcast roundtable of other students in the process of learning to fly called "In the Pattern".

He began by flying RC (Radio Controlled) planes and this just led him to learn to fly the real thing. He's learning in a great airplane, a Piper Archer III. The greatest feature to me is the fact that it has Air Conditioning!

Chris and I talk about how he got into flying, what he wishes someone had told him when he started, and some adventures he's had along the way. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

Please email me at chris@myflightcoach.com or call the brand-new myFlightCoach.com number (anytime 24/7) at: 615-669-2fly (615-669-2359)

Resources from today's show:

Chris Holub's "In the Pattern" Podcast

Chris Holub's You Tube Channel with all of his flight training videos

Piper Archer III

Deer Valley Airport

]]> 25:32 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Today's show features an interview with Chris Holub, a student pilot from Peoria, AZ who is learning to fly at one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country.  One thing I just love about Chris is that he is so passionate about flying and very involved in helping other people discover flying as well. He's videoed almost his entire flight training process and you can view these on YouTube (see my show notes).  He is also part of a great podcast roundtable  of other students in the process of learning to fly called "In the Pattern". He began by flying RC (Radio Controlled) planes and this just led him to learn to fly the real thing.  He's learning in a great airplane, a Piper Archer III.  The greatest feature to me is the fact that it has Air Conditioning! Chris and I talk about how he got into flying, what he wishes someone had told him when he started, and some adventures he's had along the way.  Hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Please email me at chris@myflightcoach.com or call the brand-new myFlightCoach.com number (anytime 24/7) at: 615-669-2fly  (615-669-2359) Resources from today's show: Chris Holub's "In the Pattern" Podcast Chris Holub's You Tube Channel with all of his flight training videos Piper Archer III Deer Valley AirportChris Findley, CFI. CFIIToday's show features an interview with Chris Holub, a student pilot from Peoria, AZ who is learning to fly at one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country.  One thing I just love about Chris is that he is so passionate about flying and very involved in helping other people discover flying as well. He's videoed almost his entire flight training process and you can view these on YouTube (see my show notes).  He is also part of a great podcast roundtable  of other students in the process of learning to fly called "In the Pattern". He began by flying RC (Radio Controlled) planes and this just led him to learn to fly the real thing.  He's learning in a great airplane, a Piper Archer III.  The greatest feature to me is the fact that it has Air Conditioning! Chris and I talk about how he got into flying, what he wishes someone had told him when he started, and some adventures he's had along the way.  Hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Please email me at chris@myflightcoach.com or call the brand-new myFlightCoach.com number (anytime 24/7) at: 615-669-2fly  (615-669-2359) Resources from today's show: Chris Holub's "In the Pattern" Podcast Chris Holub's You Tube Channel with all of his flight training videos Piper Archer III Deer Valley Airport 008 myFlightCoach -Flight Training Q&A Episode 008 myFlightCoach -Flight Training Q&A Episode Fri, 18 Feb 2011 05:06:37 +0000 I take this episode to answer your questions on flight training.   Here's a sample of some of the questions covered:

1.)  What should I look for in a flight school or instructor? What’s the most important thing I should do to be a good student?

2.)  What do you think is the most neglected skill in flight training?

3.)  I’m a student pilot and I’m working on my solo XCs.  While on a recent flight clouds started forming at my altitude.  I wanted to go above them, because I knew it was clear at my destination.  I chose to go below them, a little tight but do able.  Was this the right call?

4.)  I’m not going to be able to start my lessons for about 6 months, but I want to start studying.  What books do you recommend?

5.)  How do you recommend studying for the written exam?

6.)  I feel like I’m on a plateau with my landings.  I’m not getting any better and I’m worried I just can’t get it!

and several more.....

]]> I take this episode to answer your questions on flight training. Here's a sample of some of the questions covered:

1.) What should I look for in a flight school or instructor? What’s the most important thing I should do to be a good student?

2.) What do you think is the most neglected skill in flight training?

3.) I’m a student pilot and I’m working on my solo XCs. While on a recent flight clouds started forming at my altitude. I wanted to go above them, because I knew it was clear at my destination. I chose to go below them, a little tight but do able. Was this the right call?

4.) I’m not going to be able to start my lessons for about 6 months, but I want to start studying. What books do you recommend?

5.) How do you recommend studying for the written exam?

6.) I feel like I’m on a plateau with my landings. I’m not getting any better and I’m worried I just can’t get it!

and several more.....

]]> 26:13 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)I take this episode to answer your questions on flight training.   Here's a sample of some of the questions covered: 1.)  What should I look for in a flight school or instructor? What’s the most important thing I should do to be a good student? 2.)  What do you think is the most neglected skill in flight training? 3.)  I’m a student pilot and I’m working on my solo XCs.  While on a recent flight clouds started forming at my altitude.  I wanted to go above them, because I knew it was clear at my destination.  I chose to go below them, a little tight but do able.  Was this the right call? 4.)  I’m not going to be able to start my lessons for about 6 months, but I want to start studying.  What books do you recommend? 5.)  How do you recommend studying for the written exam? 6.)  I feel like I’m on a plateau with my landings.  I’m not getting any better and I’m worried I just can’t get it! and several more.....Chris Findley, CFI. CFIII take this episode to answer your questions on flight training.   Here's a sample of some of the questions covered: 1.)  What should I look for in a flight school or instructor? What’s the most important thing I should do to be a good student? 2.)  What do you think is the most neglected skill in flight training? 3.)  I’m a student pilot and I’m working on my solo XCs.  While on a recent flight clouds started forming at my altitude.  I wanted to go above them, because I knew it was clear at my destination.  I chose to go below them, a little tight but do able.  Was this the right call? 4.)  I’m not going to be able to start my lessons for about 6 months, but I want to start studying.  What books do you recommend? 5.)  How do you recommend studying for the written exam? 6.)  I feel like I’m on a plateau with my landings.  I’m not getting any better and I’m worried I just can’t get it! and several more..... 007 myFlightCoach -Winter Flying, Interview with Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com 007 myFlightCoach -Winter Flying, Interview with Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:21:00 +0000 Today's show is an interview with my friend Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com  Jason is a sought-after speaker, author and flight instructor and in this episode he talks with me about winter flying.  We discuss everything from what to look for on your preflight to the importance of understanding weather patterns to why he suggests we always use carb heat.  He's got a great "I Learned About Flying from that" story that you won't want to miss. 

]]> Today's show is an interview with my friend Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com Jason is a sought-after speaker, author and flight instructor and in this episode he talks with me about winter flying. We discuss everything from what to look for on your preflight to the importance of understanding weather patterns to why he suggests we always use carb heat. He's got a great "I Learned About Flying from that" story that you won't want to miss.

]]> 29:31 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Today's show is an interview with my friend Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com  Jason is a sought-after speaker, author and flight instructor and in this episode he talks with me about winter flying.  We discuss everything from what to look for on your preflight to the importance of understanding weather patterns to why he suggests we always use carb heat.  He's got a great "I Learned About Flying from that" story that you won't want to miss. Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIToday's show is an interview with my friend Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com  Jason is a sought-after speaker, author and flight instructor and in this episode he talks with me about winter flying.  We discuss everything from what to look for on your preflight to the importance of understanding weather patterns to why he suggests we always use carb heat.  He's got a great "I Learned About Flying from that" story that you won't want to miss.  006 myFlightCoach -Passenger Briefing, Re-framing the cost of flight training, ways to reduce the cost, Flight Instruction as business 006 myFlightCoach -Passenger Briefing, Re-framing the cost of flight training, ways to reduce the cost, Flight Instruction as business Fri, 04 Feb 2011 16:14:50 +0000 A handy passenger brief, re-thinking our approach to the cost of flight training, and ways to reduce costs.  Thinking of your flight instruction as a business.

]]> A handy passenger brief, re-thinking our approach to the cost of flight training, and ways to reduce costs. Thinking of your flight instruction as a business.

]]> 26:09 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)A handy passenger brief, re-thinking our approach to the cost of flight training, and ways to reduce costs.  Thinking of your flight instruction as a business.Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIA handy passenger brief, re-thinking our approach to the cost of flight training, and ways to reduce costs.  Thinking of your flight instruction as a business. 005 myFlightCoach -Communication & "Mic Fright", Pattern Entry Debate, Flight Planning Apps 005 myFlightCoach -Communication & "Mic Fright", Pattern Entry Debate, Flight Planning Apps Fri, 28 Jan 2011 04:25:25 +0000 This week on the myFlightCoach podcast, I talk about a great article in the January issue of AOPA Pilot called "Dogfight: Pattern Entry" which debates a couple of the common ways pilot's enter the traffic pattern.  I also highlight a great app (familiar to many pilots) "ForeFlight".  It's a great planning tool for the iPad and iPhone.  Most of our time is spent discussing the basics of communication and ways to overcome "mic fright". 

]]> This week on the myFlightCoach podcast, I talk about a great article in the January issue of AOPA Pilot called "Dogfight: Pattern Entry" which debates a couple of the common ways pilot's enter the traffic pattern. I also highlight a great app (familiar to many pilots) "ForeFlight". It's a great planning tool for the iPad and iPhone. Most of our time is spent discussing the basics of communication and ways to overcome "mic fright".

]]> 23:18 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)This week on the myFlightCoach podcast, I talk about a great article in the January issue of AOPA Pilot called "Dogfight: Pattern Entry" which debates a couple of the common ways pilot's enter the traffic pattern.  I also highlight a great app (familiar to many pilots) "ForeFlight".  It's a great planning tool for the iPad and iPhone.  Most of our time is spent discussing the basics of communication and ways to overcome "mic fright". Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIThis week on the myFlightCoach podcast, I talk about a great article in the January issue of AOPA Pilot called "Dogfight: Pattern Entry" which debates a couple of the common ways pilot's enter the traffic pattern.  I also highlight a great app (familiar to many pilots) "ForeFlight".  It's a great planning tool for the iPad and iPhone.  Most of our time is spent discussing the basics of communication and ways to overcome "mic fright".  004 myFlightCoach -Pinch Hitter Flights, Landings, TFR's, Interview with Franco Valentino, founder of Alura Headsets 004 myFlightCoach -Pinch Hitter Flights, Landings, TFR's, Interview with Franco Valentino, founder of Alura Headsets Thu, 20 Jan 2011 14:49:00 +0000 The fun of teaching a Pinch Hitter's course.

How a good landing really begins in the pattern. 

What is a TFR?  Resources for learning more.

Interview with Franco Valentino founder of Alura Headsets

 

]]> The fun of teaching a Pinch Hitter's course.

How a good landing really begins in the pattern.

What is a TFR? Resources for learning more.

Interview with Franco Valentino founder of Alura Headsets

]]> 26:10 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)The fun of teaching a Pinch Hitter's course. How a good landing really begins in the pattern.  What is a TFR?  Resources for learning more. Interview with Franco Valentino founder of Alura Headsets  Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIThe fun of teaching a Pinch Hitter's course. How a good landing really begins in the pattern.  What is a TFR?  Resources for learning more. Interview with Franco Valentino founder of Alura Headsets   003 myFlightCoach -Instrument Rating goal for 2011, Analysis of Seneca Crash, The Right Training Airplane, MAF 003 myFlightCoach -Instrument Rating goal for 2011, Analysis of Seneca Crash, The Right Training Airplane, MAF Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:25:33 +0000 On this episode we'll talk about adding the instrument rating and why it's a great goal to set for 2011.  What's required for that and what will you learn?

We'll also examine the events surrounding a crash of a Piper Seneca in January of 2009.  We'll try to unpack the accident chain and learn some valuable lessons from this  tragedy, particularly regarding our piloting limitations and the limitations of our aircraft.

I'll also answer a question about training aircraft.  People often ask what type of aircraft they should fly?  What's the tradeoff between newness, technology and price?  Can I learn in a glass cockpit DA-40 just as well as a simple Cessna 152?

Finally I'll tell you about one way Aviation is making an impact around the world with Mission Aviation Fellowship and how you can be a part of support this incredible ministry.

]]> On this episode we'll talk about adding the instrument rating and why it's a great goal to set for 2011. What's required for that and what will you learn?

We'll also examine the events surrounding a crash of a Piper Seneca in January of 2009. We'll try to unpack the accident chain and learn some valuable lessons from this tragedy, particularly regarding our piloting limitations and the limitations of our aircraft.

I'll also answer a question about training aircraft. People often ask what type of aircraft they should fly? What's the tradeoff between newness, technology and price? Can I learn in a glass cockpit DA-40 just as well as a simple Cessna 152?

Finally I'll tell you about one way Aviation is making an impact around the world with Mission Aviation Fellowship and how you can be a part of support this incredible ministry.

]]> 24:21 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)On this episode we'll talk about adding the instrument rating and why it's a great goal to set for 2011.  What's required for that and what will you learn? We'll also examine the events surrounding a crash of a Piper Seneca in January of 2009.  We'll try to unpack the accident chain and learn some valuable lessons from this  tragedy, particularly regarding our piloting limitations and the limitations of our aircraft. I'll also answer a question about training aircraft.  People often ask what type of aircraft they should fly?  What's the tradeoff between newness, technology and price?  Can I learn in a glass cockpit DA-40 just as well as a simple Cessna 152? Finally I'll tell you about one way Aviation is making an impact around the world with Mission Aviation Fellowship and how you can be a part of support this incredible ministry.Chris Findley, CFI. CFIIOn this episode we'll talk about adding the instrument rating and why it's a great goal to set for 2011.  What's required for that and what will you learn? We'll also examine the events surrounding a crash of a Piper Seneca in January of 2009.  We'll try to unpack the accident chain and learn some valuable lessons from this  tragedy, particularly regarding our piloting limitations and the limitations of our aircraft. I'll also answer a question about training aircraft.  People often ask what type of aircraft they should fly?  What's the tradeoff between newness, technology and price?  Can I learn in a glass cockpit DA-40 just as well as a simple Cessna 152? Finally I'll tell you about one way Aviation is making an impact around the world with Mission Aviation Fellowship and how you can be a part of support this incredible ministry. 002 myFlightCoach -Discovery Flight, 2010 Highlights, Flight Prep Fiasco, Takeoffs 002 myFlightCoach -Discovery Flight, 2010 Highlights, Flight Prep Fiasco, Takeoffs Thu, 30 Dec 2010 22:45:23 +0000 25:13 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII 001 myFlightCoach -My Story, Learning to Fly, Recommended Books 001 myFlightCoach -My Story, Learning to Fly, Recommended Books Thu, 30 Dec 2010 22:13:00 +0000 23:58 false full chris@myflightcoach.com (Chris Findley, CFI. CFII)Chris Findley, CFI. CFII