Although I said I was going to interview my former flight instructor, she got called out to fly, and so I chose to look at Cross Country Flight Planning! This is a skill that you are going to use for much of your time as a private pilot, both in training and in the real world. While you can do it digitally, it is a good skill to be able to do it by hand. Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 My Instagram - https:/...
May 26, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Welcome to this week's episode of Squawk 5353! Aviation weather is a key decision making factor in your go-no-go decisions. Weather can change in an instant, but if you have a complex understanding, you can be better prepared to make informed decisions! Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/squawk5353/ A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for this episode! ...
May 19, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Welcome to this week's episode of Squawk 5353! Sorry for the later release, it has been a truly crazy week! In this week's episode I talk about tips that I have for every student pilot for their first solo. Soloing is one of the major achievements of a student pilot, so make sure that you are prepared and can enjoy the moment! Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/squawk535...
May 12, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Welcome to this week's episode of Squawk 5353! April was filled with aviation news from across the country. Sun 'n Fun was a huge success and plans for EAA Airventure are in the works! The future of electric turboprops is growing, with a new 8 seat twin turboprop from Bye Aviation. New studies have shown different ways of deterring animals on the airport as well as the effect of stress on general aviation pilots. Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon...
May 05, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Welcome to this week's episode of Squawk 5353! Many G.A. aircraft are being transitioned out of their classic steams gauges and into the G1000. The G1000 is the most popular fully integrated glass cockpit system and if you can understand the basic systems, you can apply it to other parts of the aircraft! Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for this episode! F...
Apr 28, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Welcome to this week's episode of Squawk 5353! Although many pilots choose to rent aircraft rather than own their own, your DPE will still most likely ask you about maintenance required to keep your aircraft airworthy! As well as maintenance performed by an certified mechanic, you as an operator can perform select macitence on your airplane Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A special thanks to bensound.com fro...
Apr 21, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Welcome to this week's episode of Squawk 5353! Many pilots fear emergency situations, but if you are well prepared and have a good understanding of your airplane, you will be a much safer pilot. Make sure you review your aircrafts specific procedures because it can change from airplane to airplane! Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for this episode! For a l...
Apr 14, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Thank you for listening to this weeks episode of Squawk 5353! Many pilots often dream of owning their own airplane, but it is difficult to decide whether owning or renting is more cost effective! Stay tuned to this weeks episode to find out which is more fitting for you! Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for this episode! For a link to all the resources use...
Apr 07, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Welcome to this week's episode of Squawk 5353! I know I am a bit early with aviation news, as it is not the first Wednesday of the month, but as I am in the sunshine state, I thought it was fitting! Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for this episode! For a link to all the resources used in today's episode, click here !...
Mar 31, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Thank you listening to this weeks episode! In today's episode, we discuss the many female aviators who have shaped our history. These incredible women have worked hard to overcome the patriarchal society which has often prevented from others from following their dreams of aviation. Questions or comments? Email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for this episode! A link to all the resour...
Mar 24, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Thank you listening to this weeks episode! In today's episode, we discuss the various topic regarding Aeromedical factors. They for sure will make an appearance on your PPL checkride, and almost every other checkride! Although similar, there are a few distinct differences! Questions or comments? email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for this episode! A link to all the resources used ...
Mar 17, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Thank you listening to this weeks episode! Today we discuss a very basic understanding of aircraft systems! We don't get into the meaty contents, such as electrical systems, but it is a good fundamental lesson! Make sure to check out your airplane's specific POH to get a better understanding of your airplane's systems Questions or comments? email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for t...
Mar 10, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Thank you listening to this weeks episode! Today we discuss aviation news from the past month! In addition I also delve into the depths of the differences between checklists and do-lists! A link to the survey mentioned in today's episode - https://msstate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_efWO0HjWkBafuRM Questions or comments? email me at - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A link to my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 A link to all the resources used in today's episode - https://docs.google.com...
Mar 03, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Hello friends and welcome to this weeks episode! In todays episode I share my tips and tricks to nailing your private pilot checkride! It often is very scary, especially your first time, but as long as you come prepared and know your material, there is no reason to worry! Questions? Feel free to email me - simon.isidore53@gmail.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 Link to today's resources - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JCamK2hCotXkwGcMMgg032RZ-7cMhEeXD3sQEY1s_80/edit?usp=shar...
Feb 24, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Welcome to this weeks episode, in which I discuss famous African American Aviators. These amazing men and women are incredibly inspirational for the next generation of pilots. I know this is not what I usually do, but it is incredibly important to me! Questions? Feel free to email me - simon.isidore53@gmail.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 Link to today's resources - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nt2KUWZP6QISIhdnQ3QBBBrlayp3HxcKUx4un2N_9cs/edit?usp=sharing Special thanks to...
Feb 17, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Welcome to Squawk 5353! In today's episode I discuss the history, definitions, and uses of the GPS in the modern cockpit. GPS is relatively new technology which helps make the pilot's job easier, especially in IFR conditions! Make sure to check out last week's episode on ADM! My Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 Feel free to email me with any questions! - simon.isidore53@gmail.com A special thanks to bensound.com from providing music for this episode A link to the resources used in to...
Feb 10, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Hello and welcome to Squawk 5353! In today's episode, we talk about Aeronautical Decision Making and apply it to recent NTSB reports from the last month! If you enjoyed this week's episode, make sure to check out last week's episode and share this show with someone you think might enjoy it! DISCLAIMER: This is not flight training, just me sharing what I know about aviation with you! Questions? - contact me via email at simon.isidore53@gmail.com My Patreon - www.patreon.com/squawk5353/ A link to ...
Feb 03, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Thank you for listening to this weeks podcast! If you enjoyed today's podcast, make sure to share it with someone who you think also might enjoy it. Today we look at the often tough transition from analog airplanes to those with glass cockpits. DISCLAIMER: This is not flight training, just me sharing what I know about aviation with you! Questions? - contact me via email at simon.isidore53@gmail.com My Patreon - www.patreon.com/squawk5353/ A link to the sources used in today's show https://docs.g...
Jan 27, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Hello and welcome to my podcast! I am so excited to have you as wonderful listeners! Please share this podcast with other avgeeks! It helps a lot to support me creating new content! Today I share the skills to improve safety at non-towered airports! It puts more responsibility on the pilot, but using these tips, it can become a lot easier! DISCLAIMER - this is not flight training. I am merely sharing what I have learned. Link to my Pateron - please consider supporting my podcast! It would mean a...
Jan 20, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Hello and welcome to my podcast! I am so excited to have you as wonderful listeners! Please share this podcast with other avgeeks! It helps a lot to support me creating new content! Today I share what I have learned about ground reference maneuvers. They can be difficult, but can be made easier with a few simple steps! DISCLAIMER - this is not flight training. I am merely sharing what I have learned. Link to my Pateron - please consider supporting my podcast! It would mean a lot to me and would ...
Jan 13, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Hello and welcome to my podcast! I am so excited to have you as wonderful listeners! Please share this podcast with other avgeeks! It helps a lot to support me creating new content! Today I share the latest information in aviation news from the past month! Link to my Pateron - please consider supporting my podcast! It would mean a lot to me and would help cover the cost of new equipment for recording! https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 Feel free to send content topics, questions, or ideas to my ...
Jan 06, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Hello and welcome to my podcast! I am so excited to have you as wonderful listeners! Please share this podcast with other avgeeks! It helps a lot to support me creating new content! Today I share my tips for handling ATC communications and nailing it every time! We also look at the different types of airspace! Link to my Pateron - please consider supporting my podcast! It would mean a lot to me and would help cover the cost of new equipment for recording! https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 Feel ...
Dec 30, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Hello and welcome to my podcast! I am so excited to have you as wonderful listeners! Please share this podcast with other avgeeks! It helps a lot to support me creating new content! Today we look at a S.A.F.E.T.Y. passenger briefing and introducing myself! Link to my Pateron - please consider supporting my podcast! It would mean a lot to me and would help cover the cost of new equipment for recording! https://www.patreon.com/squawk5353 Feel free to send content topics, questions, or ideas to my ...
Dec 23, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 1
