Hangar Flying Podcast

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast In this week's commercial pilot podcast we are again joined by Keith and discuss the challenges of mountain flying. In addition we discuss: Tail wheel flying Favorite flights and airports How much flying is done by computer vs by the pilots Weather and conditions when flying near mountains Box canyons Weight and balance ice conditions when flying If you're a pilot and would like to join us on a future episode, please email us at pilot@upgrd.com. Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast In this week's commercial pilot podcast we are joined by Keith a freight dog to talk about piloting for a cargo airline. We discuss: The continued issues with lasers being used around airports The recent recount of the A380 engine problem Working hours and schedules at a smaller freight airline that feeds the larger cargo companies Fast student pilot training The differences in schedules between flying freight and passengers and more... Keith will be joining us again, let us know in the comments below any freight flying questions you have.

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast In this week's aviation podcast our pilots are joined by John, a regional pilot, to discuss regional flying and reserve flying. Our pilots chat about: Qantas A380 Issues Regional jets headed to the scrap heap? Regional Airline pilot hours, schedules, and differences from their mainline counterparts Flying reserve and airport appreciation time Commuting and more... If you're a pilot and would like to join us on a future episode, please email us at pilot@upgrd.com. Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast This week our pilots discuss a typical day for a commercial aviation pilot. We walk through the entire duty day from entering the crew room to the final checklist when leaving the aircraft at night. Topics include: Steve's recent visit to the Flyertalk DO in Atlanta The recent AOPA summit Commercial pilot tasks including before, during and after the flight. and more... If you're a pilot and would like to join us on a future episode, please email us at pilot@upgrd.com. Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast In this week's pilot podcast we talk about the career of a commercial airline pilot. From the day you get your pilot certificate, continuing through your training, to working at a regional and major airline. Topics include: Who Pays to Train Pilots? Hole found in plane Getting your hours Landing your first job Moving on to a regional airline Hiring at a major carrier Moving up the seniority list to better flying If you're a pilot and would like to join us on a future episode, please email us at pilot@upgrd.com. Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.

By Hangar Flying - Hangar Flying Podcast In this inaugural episode of Hangar Flying, join two of upgrd.com's favorite pilots - Gabrielle and Steve - to discuss all types of piloting topics. In this first pilot podcast we are joined by Will to discuss Secrets Pilots Won't Tell You Airplanes bumping at the gate Our panelists first solo flights, hours for soloing and more... If you're a pilot and would like to join us on a future episode, please email us at pilot@upgrd.com. Thanks for listening! Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.