Princeton Airport Podcast: July 2026 Newsletter Recap

The episode recaps the July 2026 Princeton Airport monthly newsletter, highlighting community updates and operational notes. It reviews the June BBQ with over 70 attendees and announces another BBQ in August, free Tuesday airport tours from July 7 through August 25, a linked YouTube video on the airport's history, and Ryan Berry's photo-of-the-month win. It congratulates Princeton Flying School milestones including first solos by Jiawei Dong (with CFII Gabriel Nierenberg) and Bradley Epstein (with CFII Cameron Wagner), and new private pilots Prince Hugh and Blake Rabinowitz (with Nierenberg), Mokari (with CFI Juan Ramirez), and Krish Gupta (with CFI Wayne Coutinho). The hosts discuss summer high density altitude effects, Bedminster presidential TFR risks and a CFII Steve Hansell video, using Garmin G430/530 simulators, avionics glass-panel upgrades via the airport shop, Dr. Michael Nosko's July medical exam dates, and a new $75 late-cancellation fee starting July 1st.

00:00 July Newsletter Kickoff

00:16 BBQ Tours And History

00:48 Student Solos And New Pilots

01:39 Summer Density Altitude

02:20 Bedminster TFR Safety

02:46 Sim Practice And Avionics

03:46 Medical Dates And Policies

04:18 Wrap Up And Next Month

June 2026 Princeton Airport Podcast

The Princeton Airport Podcast provides a pre-flight briefing of the June 2026 monthly newsletter for local pilots and aviation community members, highlighting a new video by Abby Gold and Peter Trilling covering the airport's family history since 1985 and upcoming events: the PAFT picnic on June 3, the first summer BBQ on June 27 (12–2 PM), and summer tours starting July 7. The update notes strong flight school activity with recent student solos and new private, instrument, and commercial ratings, plus a Pilot Connect trivia night with over 40 attendees. Pilots are warned about returning Bedminster presidential TFRs and directed to a CFII Steve Hansell video on managing them.

The newsletter also promotes a certified Garmin flight simulator for logging instrument currency, Dr. Michael Nosko's appointment-only medical dates and FAA-approved digital color vision test, the avionics shop's experience milestone, hangar availability contacts, and the Photo of the Month submission email.

00:00 June Newsletter Briefing

00:24 Community Events Lineup

01:01 Flight School Summer Surge

01:20 Pilot Trivia Highlights

01:44 Bedminster TFR Warning

02:29 Garmin Simulator Currency

02:51 Medical Appointments Update

03:38 Avionics Shop Milestone

04:10 Hangar Spots Opening

04:26 Photo Contest And Wrap

In this episode of the Princeton Airport Podcast, our hosts discuss the May 2026 Princeton Airport monthly newsletter, opening with a new history video that highlights the Nierenberg family's ownership of the airport dating back to 1985. The episode celebrates community milestones, including recent solos by Joel Johnson and Charles Lao, Lorenzo Cagliero earning his private pilot certificate, and Parth Nayi locking in his certified flight instructor rating. The hosts also highlight upcoming events, including the Pilot Connect trivia event on May 30th. This unique trivia event pairs new student pilots with veteran owners to transfer knowledge and build community.

For pilots navigating the return of the Bedminster Presidential Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) this spring, the newsletter highlights a new video guide by certified flight instrument instructor Steve Hansel. He demystifies the process, explaining that flying through a TFR simply requires an active flight plan, a specific ATC-assigned transponder code, and maintaining two-way radio communication.

The episode also mentions the airport's fully certified Garmin Flight Simulator, which allows students to log up to two and a half hours toward a private pilot certificate and up to 10 hours for an instrument rating on unpredictable, gusty spring days.

The newsletter encourages avionics upgrades, noting that switching from analog gauges to modern digital glass panels synthesizes data and reduces a pilot's cognitive load, allowing them to better focus on outside traffic and ATC communications. Jack and Ken are standing by to assist with these avionics upgrades, as well as aircraft sales.

Additional updates remind pilots that Dr. Nosko's FAA medical exam dates are filling up incredibly fast for May, and the airport is currently accepting entries for the Photo of the Month contest, with submissions going to [email protected].

For more details, listeners are directed to the May 2026 Princeton Airport Newsletter.

The episode reviews the April 2026 Princeton Airport monthly newsletter, opening with how retired NASA astronaut and former space shuttle Atlantis commander Ken "Hawk" Kam practiced touch-and-goes at Princeton Airport in 1982. It notes March's notoriously windy conditions and the return of longer daylight for evening flights, while emphasizing spring maintenance and rigorous pre-flight checks to prevent bird nests in engine cowlings and intakes that can cause airflow blockage or even in-flight fire. The newsletter encourages avionics upgrades, highlighting modern glass panels like the Garmin G3X Touch and GFC 500 autopilot, with Jack and Ken Berg available locally to help with panels or aircraft purchases. It warns about recurring Bedminster VIP TFRs and potential military intercepts and FAA enforcement, and promotes a mandatory Air Force webinar on April 9 at 10:00 AM. Additional updates include a certified Garmin flight simulator for loggable training hours, April medical exam dates with Dr. Michael Nosco and new FAA-approved color vision testing, and community congratulations and photo-of-the-month details. 00:00 Astronaut Roots at Princeton 00:24 April Newsletter Overview 00:41 Spring Flying and Bird Nests 01:30 Glass Panel Avionics Upgrades 02:25 VIP TFRs and Webinar 03:05 Simulator and Medical Dates 03:56 Student Milestones and Photos 04:19 From Runway to the Stars

February 2026 Princeton Airport Newsletter Highlights

In this episode of the Princeton Airport Podcast, our hosts discuss the February 2026 newsletter, highlighting winter operations and the efforts of the snow and maintenance teams.

Important updates include detailed cold starting advice for Cessna 172s, recommended practices for frost management, and new FAA-approved color vision testing available on-site with Dr. Michael Nosco.

Additionally, the episode celebrates recent pilot achievements, previews the Flying Tigers dinner event, and suggests winter as an ideal time for avionics upgrades.

For more details, listeners are directed to the online newsletter.

00:00 Welcome and Winter Weather Update

00:22 February Newsletter Highlights

00:37 Winter Operations and Maintenance

01:31 Cold Starting Tips for Cessna 172s

02:13 Flight Simulator and Student Achievements

02:48 Medical Updates and Color Vision Testing

03:19 Social Events and Avionics Upgrades

03:51 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

In the latest episode of the Princeton Airport Podcast, the hosts discuss the highlights from the January 2026 newsletter, emphasizing the vibrant community and operational updates at the airport. They celebrate significant achievements like new pilot milestones, including Sara Seidel obtaining her private pilot's license and the first solo flights of Andrew Bosworth, Chris Perez, and Adam Elcharfa. Congratulations!

The podcast also highlights community contributions through the 'Fly it Forward' toy and food drive and provides essential winter operational tips for pilots and hangar owners.

Additionally, the episode addresses a 3% rate increase due to rising expenses, updates from Dr. Michael Nosco on new FAA medical tests, and the availability of a Garmin flight simulator for training. The podcast concludes with news on avionics upgrades and invites listeners to participate in a General Aviation Quiz by Pete Rafle.

All details can be found in the full January 2026 Princeton Airport Newsletter.

In this episode of the Princeton Airport Podcast, we dive into the December 2025 newsletter, uncovering key insights and updates. We celebrate the accomplishments of student pilots Santiago Medrano, Lorenzo Calero, and Alexander Mary who achieved their first solo flights, and Maya Nyak, who earned her private pilot certificate.

The episode also highlights the Garmin flight simulator's role in training, the upcoming aircraft ownership meetup hosted by Jack and Ken Nurenberg, and the community's effort in the 'Fly It Forward' toy and food drive.

Practical advice on cold weather operations, upgrades for avionics, and new FAA-approved color vision tests are discussed, emphasizing the airport's commitment to training, safety, and community engagement.

00:00 Welcome and Overview of December 2025 Newsletter

00:38 Celebrating Student Achievements

01:43 Community Engagement and Events

02:39 Cold Weather Operations

03:31 Avionics Upgrades and Enhancements

04:11 Medical Resources and Final Thoughts

In this episode, we review the November 2025 newsletter from Princeton Airport 39N, focusing on key updates and essential information for pilots and the aviation community.

Highlights include preparation for cold weather with specific maintenance advice for different aircraft, night flying readiness, and adherence to cold weather procedures. The airport addresses presidential TFRs with practical resources, celebrates recent achievements in the flight school, and emphasizes the importance of safety with historical crash lessons on VFR into IMC dangers.

Additionally, announcements about hangar availability, advanced equipment upgrades, and upcoming FAA medical examiner visits are all covered, underscoring the theme of preparation and compliance for the colder months.

00:00 Introduction to the November 2025 Newsletter

00:25 Preparing for Winter Flying

00:42 Cold Weather Procedures

01:19 Navigating Presidential TFRs

01:47 Flight School Achievements

02:07 Modern Upgrades and Maintenance

02:56 Safety Lessons from Historical Crashes

03:36 Community Updates and Practical Tips

04:06 Final Thoughts on Preparation and Compliance

The deep dive into Princeton Airport for October 2025 covers key updates and achievements. The newsletter highlights the beauty of flying before the daylight savings time change and the significant accomplishments of new private pilots and instrument-rated pilots. The Garmin simulator's benefits for training, updates on presidential TFR preparedness, and the importance of fuel management for safety are discussed. Additionally, upgrades at the aviation shop are showcased. Key upcoming dates include FAA medical appointments and a PAFT meeting. Mahan Erdogan won the photo contest, and participants are encouraged to submit their own photos. More details are available on princetonairport.com.

In this episode of the Princeton Airport Podcast, we bring you all the latest updates from 39N as we head into fall. September marked the busiest flying month of the year, with long summer days fueling lessons, solos, and check rides. Now, as the season shifts, we're looking at the crisp, clear skies and colorful landscapes that make autumn one of the most rewarding times to fly.

Here's what you'll hear in this episode:

• Celebrating Student Achievements We recognize our newest pilots and students who reached major milestones this past month, including private pilot certificates, instrument and commercial ratings, and memorable first solos. Their dedication and hard work reflect the spirit of the Princeton Flying School community.

• Autumn Flying Tips & Highlights Cooler air means better aircraft performance, but shorter days call for careful planning. We'll talk about the benefits of fall flying and why this season is a favorite for both student pilots and seasoned aviators.

• Join the Team: Flight Coordinator Position Princeton Airport is hiring! Learn about the Flight Coordinator role — a hands-on position perfect for aviation enthusiasts looking to gain experience while supporting daily operations, fueling, scheduling, and events.

• Thank You to Our Summer Team We share our appreciation for Eric, Kroosh, Dimitri, and Lucas, whose hard work as summer flight coordinators kept things running smoothly all season. As they return to college, we wish them the very best and thank them for being part of the 39N family.

Whether you're a student pilot, an aviation enthusiast, or part of our vibrant airport community, this episode is packed with updates, inspiration, and opportunities.