Flight Training Australia Podcast

By Trent Robinson Aviation

Join me, Trent Robinson, an experienced Head of Operations, flight examiner, and charter pilot with over 30 years of experience, as we delve into the fascinating world of aviation. Based in Darwin,

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The podcast currently has 208 episodes available.

Flight Training Australia Podcast episodes:

November 09, 2025 Ep 187 - Engine Failure Training Risk Mitigations
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Air North Brasilia accident ATSB Report
E55 Baron accident ATSB Report
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October 26, 2025 Ep 186 - CASA CAR 5 to Part 61 Conversion and Digital Wallets
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The CAR 5 licensing system served Australian pilots for decades. But it’s now officially closed. As of 1 September 2025 CASA set this as the end of the simple conversion process. So if you haven’t converted, what now?? Plus I’ll run you through the process digital licences and medicals I’ll run you through the process.

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October 19, 2025 Ep 185 - Understanding Scenario Based Training
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Too many pilots are being trained to pass a test, not to survive the real world. And that, my friends, is a serious problem.
Today we’re talking Scenario-Based Flight Training — what it is, why it matters, and how we can implement it across all levels of flight training from recreational to commercial, IFR, and even instructor development.
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October 12, 2025 Ep 184 - Corporate Air Federal Court Decision and How it Affects You
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In a short but significant ruling, Australia’s High Court has dismissed Corporate Air Charter’s appeal against a Full Federal Court decision confirming that standby duty is considered “work” and must be factored into a pilot’s average weekly hours. So what does this mean for pilots and operators?

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October 05, 2025 Ep 183 - Survival in an Emergency
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We discuss and train for inflight emergencies all the time. But have you ever really thought about what you would do in the event of an emergency or crash. landing? Do you have enough food and water? Do you know how to operate an ELT or EPIRB??
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34min
September 14, 2025 Ep 182 - When to use FCOM's, Checklists and Flows
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Today we’re diving into a topic that every pilot, from the brand-new student to the most seasoned airline captain, deals with every single flight: checklists, flows, and memory items. These tools are the backbone of cockpit discipline and standardisation—but when do you use a flow? When do you pull out the full checklist? And what about those memory items for emergencies?

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23min
September 07, 2025 EP 181 - How to be a Better Pilot
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Today we’re talking about something every single one of us can relate to — how to be a better pilot. Whether you’ve just passed your RPL, or you’ve been flying for decades, the truth is: none of us ever really stop learning. And that’s exactly what this discussion is about. What are the habits, the skills, and the attitudes that separate “average” pilots from the truly great ones?
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27min
August 31, 2025 Ep 180 - Top Tips and Tricks for Job Seekers in GA
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Today we’re diving into job interviews for general aviation — what operators are really looking for, the top tips to stand out, and the technical questions you’ll need to be ready for and the most common mistakes being made.
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August 24, 2025 Ep 179 - Aviation Summit, Awards night and VJ Day Anniversary at Coomalie Creek Fly-in
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Australian Aviation Summit Review
Aviation Aviation Awards for 2025
Coomalie Creek VJ Day Anniversary Fly-in
CASA Wings awards nominations are now open for 2025
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23min
August 10, 2025 Ep 178 - Mandatory Radio Calls OCTA and Cadetships: Are They Worth it??
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CTAF radio calls – Mandatory vs Recommended
Flight Training Cadetships – are they worth it?
Plus a few bits on the side!
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Social Media Links:
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FAQs about Flight Training Australia Podcast:

How many episodes does Flight Training Australia Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 208 episodes available.

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