In this episode, host and NAFI editor Beth Stanton sits down with renowned flight instructors Barry and Brian Schiff for an engaging conversation about their decades of experience. From memorable student stories to evolving training techniques, the Schiffs share insights, lessons learned, and a few laughs along the way. Plus, Brian Schiff announces his exciting new column, CFI Care, focused on practical advice, humor, and storytelling. Whether you're a student pilot or a seasoned CFI, this episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and a deep love for aviation education.

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In this episode, we sit down with Wayne Bailey, an experienced Part 107 pilot, entrepreneur, and leader of the NAFI Drone Special Interest Group, to explore how flight instructors can successfully break into the booming drone industry. Bailey shares insights on getting started, making connections, business models, marketing strategies, and lessons learned from launching his own UAS business.

Key Takeaways:

✈ How your CFI certificate gives you a competitive edge.

💼 Business models that work for instructors entering the UAS market.

📣 Marketing your services and landing your first clients.

💡 Lessons from Bailey's journey as a drone entrepreneur.

Whether you’re looking to expand your flight school, start a side hustle, or pivot fully into the drone world, this episode is filled with actionable advice and expert tips.

This episode is the third and final installment in our series on upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT). Andrea Germanetti, an experienced airline captain and UPRT instructor, walks us through the benefits of instructors getting UPRT training and the lessons they can take back to their customers no matter what aircraft they're flying including resilience, competency, and confidence. The conversation also delves into preparing for upsets in IMC and a robust discussion on the integration of automation and automation management in UPRT.

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Resources:

IATA Guidance Material and Best Practices for the Implementation of Upset Prevention and Recovery Training: https://www.iata.org/contentassets/b6eb2adc248c484192101edd1ed36015/gmbp_uprt.pdf FAA

Advisory Circular 120-111 - Upset Prevention and Recovery Training: https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC_120-111_CHG_1.pdf IACO

Airplane Upset Prevention and Recovery Training Aid for Transport Category Airplanes: https://www.icao.int/safety/loci/auprta/index.html FAA Airplane Flying Handbook - Chapter 4 -

Maintaining Aircraft Control: Upset Prevention and Recovery Training: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/events/SW/SW03/2020/SW0399989/Maintaining_Aircraft_Control_-_Upset_Prevention_&_Recovery_Training_06_afh_ch4.pdf #flightinstructor #flighttraining #cfi

In the second episode in this three part series, this episode starts us on a journey of understanding the the ground theory portion of upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT). Leading this discussion is Andrea Germanetti, an experienced airline captain and UPRT instructor. This broad discussion includes flight dynamics, threat and error management, the element of surprise, and the importance of spin training.

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Resources:

IATA Guidance Material and Best Practices for the Implementation of Upset Prevention and Recovery Training: https://www.iata.org/contentassets/b6eb2adc248c484192101edd1ed36015/gmbp_uprt.pdf

FAA Advisory Circular 120-111 - Upset Prevention and Recovery Training: https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC_120-111_CHG_1.pdf

IACO Airplane Upset Prevention and Recovery Training Aid for Transport Category Airplanes: https://www.icao.int/safety/loci/auprta/index.html

FAA Airplane Flying Handbook - Chapter 4 - Maintaining Aircraft Control: Upset Prevention and Recovery Training: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/events/SW/SW03/2020/SW0399989/Maintaining_Aircraft_Control_-_Upset_Prevention_&_Recovery_Training_06_afh_ch4.pdf

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The first in a three part series, this episode starts us on a journey of understanding the concepts, theories, and benefits of Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT). Leading this discussion is Andrea Germanetti, an experienced airline captain and UPRT instructor. In this first episode, we explore what is UPRT, what is an upset, the value of flight instructors seeking UPRT, and how to select a quality UPRT provider.

Thank you to Sporty's for sponsoring this episode. 

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In this episode of The Writers Behind the Stories, NAFI Director of Publications and Editor Beth Stanton is joined by Joe Clark. With a lifelong passion for writing, Clark has been a frequent contributor to Mentor magazine. Listen to him tell his story on how he combined his passions of writing, flying, and teaching into a long career. This lively conversation starts with Clark's early career and moves through family struggles before settling into retired life instructing in his Aeronca Champ. Clark is also the owner of Bluewater Press. NAFI members receive 15% off all aviation fiction and non-fiction books from www.bluewaterpress.com. Be sure to visit the NAFI membership platform at my.nafimentor.org and navigate to the member benefits area to access the promotion code. 

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In this episode of More Right Rudder we welcome Kim Skipper from Avemco Insurance Agency. Skipper has been with Avemco since 1987 and is highly credentialed in the insurance industry. She's seen a lot of insurance claims. Throughout this conversation she'll tell us stories of the unusual claims and we'll discuss what flight instructors can do to educate pilots on tips and techniques to avoid these types of claims. Hang on until the end for some funny claims involving the animal kingdom.

Thank you to AOPA and Avemco for sponsoring this episode!

In this episode of the More Right Rudder podcast we are joined by Julean Thorpe. She is the manager of flight training security programs at the TSA. Thorpe and her team joined us at NAFI Summit in January 2025 at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. This episode was recorded live at the event. This conversation starts with a brief history of flight training security rules, and then moves into the current policy. We talk about the new website registration requirement and security coordinator position, changes to security awareness training frequency, and the new procedures for training non-U.S. citizens. NAFI thanks Thorpe and her team for taking the time to join us for this episode and all of their efforts to keep the CFI community informed. 

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In this episode of More Right Rudder, we are joined by Justin Moore. Moore is an Army fixed and rotorwing pilot who transferred to the Coast Guard to pursue instructional opportunities. He's also a civilian flight instructor. Moore shares with us his five tips to improve your instruction. There is also lively conversation about our different experiences and the benefits of learning from others.

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In this episode of the Writers Behind the Stories, NAFI Director of Publications and Editor Beth Stanton is joined by Cambrie Foster. Foster is a young, only 19 years old, and enthusiastic flight instructor. She has also built a significant social media following that she uses to help fund her flying. Listen to how Foster initially didn't think aviation was for her and transformed into a social media influencer. She shares the power of mentorship and some of the trials she's faced as a young, female flight instructor. Check her out on Instagram @flying.foster