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Ed Galkin has flown his Cessna 210 around the world in both directions, and last year he flew a circle around the Atlantic Ocean at age 89. In his uniquely energetic way, he explains how much planning goes into each trip, how he stays focused in flight, and the best places he’s v ...  Show more

From the Space Shuttle to F-15 fighter jets to his homebuilt VariEze, Charlie Precourt approaches every flight with the same discipline. In this episode he shares some of the lessons learned from his one-of-a-kind career, including the power of visualization, realistic personal m ...  Show more

Compared to the entirety of human existence, our history of flying in aeroplanes is very short indeed. So what does this fast form of travel do to bodies that have evolved for land-based living? That's what listener Sofia wants to know after working as a flight attendant for o ...

In this third episode, Bruce and Chris look at the science of aerodynamics and how to implement it during flight.For more information, and for a full list of Helicopter Safety Enhancements, please visit https://ushst.org/h-se-details/ 

Welcome, aviation enthusiasts! Today, we soar and explore the lifelong pursuit of learning known as piloting. Join us as we unravel the intricate process of obtaining a private pilot's license, from the first exhilarating moments of taking control of a small aircraft to the metic ...  Show more

Joe Gonzalez is an aviation instructor at Tarrant County College. In this conversation, we’ll examine the current state of aviation education. What new challenges do advancements in technology, such as ForeFlight, present to fledgling aviators? Joe will tell us about the landscap ...  Show more