Behind the Prop

So many pilots have let their currency lapse, and are really intimidated about what is takes to get current (and proficient) again.  Many pilots who have been on the ground for a long time may find themselves faced with new technology that was not even around when they got their certificate (GPS, ADSB... etc).  This podcast is a great place to start if you're looking to get back in the air.  Please feel free to SHARE this episode with a fellow pilot who you know wants to get current again!

Whether you're a 45 hour newly minted private pilot, or a 5,000 hour veteran, the weather can humble any of us at any moment!  Good pilots never stop learning.  This week Bobby and Wally share some of what they've learned about the weather in their years of flying, and they give us some tips on what we can do to stay safe when we're in the air and the weather goes south on us!

Our guest Brian Hough (School of Aeronautics/Liberty University) is not only an academic, but he's also an accomplished pilot.  Brian is an ATP rated pilot, as well as a certified flight instructor and a designated pilot examiner.  If you're considering going for a college degree in the field of aviation, don't miss this week's episode of Behind The Prop!

Got a random topic idea for our next episode??  Shoot us a message on the Behind The Prop Facebook page and we'll give you a shout out on the show if we use your topic!

If you're going to be ready for a checkride soon, check out our amazing local DPE's here:

Wally Mulhearn - WallyMulhearnDPE.com

Wanda Collins - WandaCollinsDPE.com

Pat Brown - HoustonDPE.com

When it comes to aircraft engines, we really all just have one goal.  Keep the fan turning!!  As pilots we're taught volumes about how to FLY the airplane... but how often do we pause to think about what's really going on with our ENGINE.  Whether you're a seasoned aircraft owner, or a newly minted private pilot, this week's episode of Behind the Prop provides a plethora of knowledge about your aircraft's engine.

As a pilot you've probably flown hundreds, even thousands of hours in the air without an issue.  But when something goes wrong and the chips are down, will you be able to get your airplane on the ground safely?  We have so many resources at our disposal today, from our avionics to ATC... to even our cell phones.  This week we've got some good tips for you to be prepared so you're good and ready the next time things don't go quite as you planned!

You've probably talked to  guys & gals who fly props, jets, seaplanes, helicopters...  but have you ever heard from a blimp pilot!?  This week's very special and distinguished guest gives us an incredibly unique perspective on aviation.  Get ready for some flying stories like none you've heard before!

As student pilots we learn so much in training, but it all changes when we get our private pilot certificate.  Sure everything looks the same and the airplane handles exactly as it did when we were students.  But now it's on us to make the decisions.  We are the pilot in command now.  It's an awesome responsibility and we should never take it lightly.  This week on Behind The Prop-- decision making!

"The Killing Zone" is an absolute must-read for all new pilots.  Grab the book right here --> The Killing Zone, Second Edition: How & Why Pilots Die: Craig, Paul: 9780071798402: Amazon.com: Books