Best AOPA Podcasts (2025)

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Takeoffs are Optional (May 2025) 6:19

18d ago6:19

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In this episode of "Never Again," pilot James Ott recounts a harrowing near-disaster during a short takeoff from a challenging airstrip. With just 120 hours of flying experience, Ott experiences a critical engine failure at 60 feet of altitude due to an improperly set fuel selector.By AOPA

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Kentucky Belle 13:05

5d ago13:05

13:05

"This might as well be Oz," I thought, upon clearing the clouds approaching Paducah, Kentucky. I wouldn’t have been surprised to experience supersaturated sunshine, and perhaps a golden brick runway. Tales of faraway lands work magic on youthful minds, and although I’d never been here before, the stories of a special person from my youth had cast a…

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Episode 228: Cirrus Aircraft's Ivy McIver talks Autoland 52:14

5d ago52:14

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Cirrus Aircraft’s SR20-series executive director Ivy McIver, who is also a formation pilot and Citabria owner, explains the G7 line’s new Autoland feature—a first for the piston fleet. Plus, Alicia and David explain air traffic control reform, how Piper Aircraft faced off against tariffs, why Newark’s meltdown might affect your flying, and a couple…

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"Continentals burn valves and Lycomings stick valves" 1:11:57

9d ago1:11:57

1:11:57

Valves are sticking all over as the hosts give advice on how to avoid pulling cylinders. Send your questions to [email protected] for a chance to be on the show. Join the world's largest aviation community at aopa.org/join Full notes below: Rick has a 182 with a new Pponk engine and he’s burning lots of exhaust valves. He’s wondering what he should…

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Episode 83: Stuck Controls 57:28

11d ago57:28

57:28

While departing Tampa Executive Airport in his Thorp S-18,Mujahid Abdulrahim finds himself dealing with severely limited motion in hiscontrol stick.By AOPA Air Safety Institute

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Episode 227: ‘Hangar Talk’ podcast introduces co-host Alicia Herron 7:46

12d ago7:46

7:46

CFII and AOPA West Coast editor Alicia Herron joins the HangarTalk podcast as a co-host for the news and information show that highlights pilots, policy makers, and the people who make flying great. The award-winning podcast that surpassed 1 million downloads in 2021 will soon enter its tenth season with co-host and private pilot David Tulis.…

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Fatal Accident at Grass Valley CFI Debrief - Aviation Podcast 29:18

19d ago29:18

29:18

Last week we had a fatal accident at KGOO. We have no information yet but I was planning to meet the pilot to begin instrument training and I think there are some valuable initial takeaways. Let's discuss them for the sake of learning. Fly Your Best! Jason

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Episode 226: Ian signs off; Rooster talks spins, and airshow legend Rob Holland 48:50

19d ago48:50

48:50

Ian signs off after co-hosting 'AOPA Hangar Talk' podcast for ten years, and we hear from ⁠'Rooster,'⁠ a TopGun graduate and spin training expert. Plus stay tuned for the latest general aviation news including the ⁠Jeppesen/ForeFlight⁠ sale, a ⁠Dynon-Trig⁠ avionics partnership, ATC modernization details, and the latest on airshow great Rob Holland.…

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Ep 6 Quality Upset Prevention and Recovery Training 1:10:13

21d ago1:10:13

1:10:13

Send us a text https://www.specializedaeroworks.com/ https://vaporglobalaviation.com/ https://mikekloch.com/ https://www.instagram.com/specialized_aero_works/ https://www.instagram.com/vaporglobalaviation/ https://www.facebook.com/SAWFlyers https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063695354828By Vapor Reddan and Cuckoo Kloch

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"My airplane is a flying experiment" 1:06:15

23d ago1:06:15

1:06:15

It's all engines all the time this episode. Rusty ones, sticky ones, and one that doesn't burn oil. Email [email protected] for a chance to be on the show. Join the world's largest aviation community at aopa.org/join Full episode notes below: Ralph had to throw away his relatively new engine. His flying club has a 1968 Cherokee 180. They overhauled…

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Spring Break to Remember (April 2025) 8:10

25d ago8:10

8:10

In this "Never Again" episode, a 21-year-old instrument rated multi-engine commercial pilot shares his harrowing experience of a sudden engine failure during a spring break trip from Kansas to Florida in a Cessna 182. Just three miles from his destination, the engine catastrophically failed, forcing him to execute an emergency landing at Panama Cit…

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The MYTH DEFYING 70/50 Rule For Takeoff - Aviation Podcast 40:28

25d ago40:28

40:28

In this podcast we talk about the 70/50 rule for determining takeoff performance. The rule says, "if I don't have 70% of the required speed by the halfway point of the runway, I should abort the takeoff". Is this a myth? Does it hold true? If you do have the speed, does it mean you should go? Let's discuss on this episode of The Finer Points, Fly Y…

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Episode 225: Kawasaki Ninja aircraft engine, FAA shuttering remote comms, N.Y. Helicopter Inc. grounded, plus Big South Fork Airpark's Bill Armstrong 48:55

1M ago48:55

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Motorcycle giant Kawasaki is developing two piston aircraft engines, New York Helicopter Inc. is grounded after the fatal crash, the FAA's shut down of remote communication networks affects Flight Service Stations too, and your input is needed for unleaded fueling ops. Plus hear from Big South Fork Airpark pilot Bill Armstrong.…

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Decommissioning Safety - Aviation Podcast 19:14

1M ago19:14

19:14

The FAA is proposing the removal of all Remote Communications Outlets in the lower 48. These RCOs are the only way to establish search and rescue in flight when you don't have a cellular signal. This would be a HUGE mistake. Please leave a public comment at the Federal Register using this link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/03/27/2…

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Episode 82: Icing in a Baron 35:20

1M ago35:20

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Scott Wright shares the story of a flight he made as a corporate pilot in a B58 Baron with five passengers, during which he had an encounter with icing.By AOPA Air Safety Institute

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"They put all their maintenance records on napkins" 1:02:17

1M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

Chris is trying to make sense of his logbooks. He has a Cessna 172 RG and he and his partners had a few electrical issues recently. Some of the logbook entries went in the airframe book and some went in the engine logbook, and he’s wondering about the decision-making process involved in picking the proper logbook. Mike said there’s no requirements …

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The Hard Yards (March 2025) 7:56

1M ago7:56

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For questions or comments about this podcast, email [email protected] Send us your Never Again and we may publish it in an issue of AOPA Pilot and share it on this podcast. Email [email protected] AOPA

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Talkin' Safety at Sun N Fun - Aviation Podcast 16:04

1M ago16:04

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What will truly fix our safety problem and why does it matter? Let's talk.

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Episode 224: Fuel ban overturned, ATC & notam modernization, national safety standdown; plus CFI/social media standout Leah Froehlich 38:00

2M ago38:00

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The California avgas fuel ban is overturned, the new DOT chief pledges swift ATC modernization, Notam modernization is coming this fall, aircraft owner data-hiding is available, and AOPA organizes a national aviation safety standdown. Plus hear from CFI and social media standout Leah Froehlich about tips and tricks she uses to teach flight students…

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Bowling Alley Hot Dogs 18:54

2M ago18:54

18:54

Flight instructing offers some of the most rewarding flying there is. We experience the joy of fulfilling our students’ dreams of flight, become better pilots ourselves in the process, and develop lifelong friendships with many of those we teach. But among hours and hours of routine teaching and flying, there are occasional hard lessons, too, most …

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"Keep torturing those airplanes...and students" 54:31

2M ago54:31

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John is a maintenance officer in a club, and he is wondering about tire ply ratings. The manual calls for 4 ply, but they often install 6 ply and he’s wondering if that’s ok. The hosts all agree that they have subbed in higher ply ratings when supply dictates. Paul’s rule of thumb is that he always allows a higher ply, but not lower. That’s because…

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Episode 223: New aircraft, engine, helicopter; plus UK heli-pilot Katherine Moloney 49:23

2M ago49:23

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It's springtime and almost everything is new again. Robinson unveils a 10-passenger helicopter, Pilatus announces the PC-12 Pro single, GE certifies its turbine Catalyst engine for the Denali, and aircraft manufacturer Diamond gobbles up struggling eVTOL manufacturer Volocopter. Plus, meet UK social media influencer and helicopter/fixed-wing pilot …

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Episode 81: Hard Landing 38:41

2M ago38:41

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Erick Mahle tells the story of a night flight in his flying club’s Bonanza with his family on board that included a memorable landing and some lessons learned.By AOPA Air Safety Institute

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"Shame on you for even thinking about it" 57:33

2M ago57:33

57:33

Should you trade your aging airplane in anticipation of higher repair costs on your current bird? Mike, Paul, and Colleen have a strong opinion on this. Plus, sticky valves, taking good care of turbos, and engine monitor set-up frustrations. Email [email protected] for a chance to be on the show. Join the world's largest aviation community at aopa.…

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Episode 222: Medical denials delayed; aging ATC ops identified; and the benefits of VR simulators 52:22

2M ago52:22

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FAA medical denials are delayed indefinitely, GAMA and Piper add to G100UL fuel woes, a government report cites aging ATC ops, GAMA releases 'strong' state of the industry aircraft delivery report, and the ice runway logs a stellar year. Plus, Ian learns about the benefits of using virtual reality for helicopter training.…

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Rant 5 - Fly By Night Flight Schools 54:52

3M ago54:52

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Send us a text https://www.specializedaeroworks.com/ https://vaporglobalaviation.com/ https://mikekloch.com/ https://www.instagram.com/specialized_aero_works/ https://www.instagram.com/vaporglobalaviation/ https://www.facebook.com/SAWFlyers https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063695354828By Vapor Reddan and Cuckoo Kloch

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Flying Blind (February 2025) 13:21

3M ago13:21

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For questions or comments about this podcast, email [email protected] Send us your Never Again and we may publish it in an issue of AOPA Pilot and share it on this podcast. Email [email protected] AOPA

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Tuskegee Airmen Army Nurses Interview with Author and Daughter of 2nd LT. Louise Lomax 58:27

3M ago58:27

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Meet in person the author of 'Memories of a Tuskegee Airmen Nurse and Her Military Sisters' Pia Marie Winters Jordan this Saturday, March 8th at 1:00pm in the College Park Aviation Museum located at College Park Airport. Pia Jordan is the daughter of U.S. Army Nurse First Lieutenant Louise Lomax, one of 28 members of the U.S. Army Nurse Corps assig…

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"If that doesn't work you've got the flame thrower option" 1:05:24

3M ago1:05:24

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Ever wonder how the flap system in a Cessna works? This episode Mike, Paul, and Colleen take a deep dive on the system, plus engine vibrations, leaning for high altitude takeoffs and go arounds, and getting bees out of a restoration. Email [email protected] for a chance to be on the show. Join the world's largest aviation community at aopa.org/join…

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Shockingly Hot - Aviation Podcast 13:07

3M ago13:07

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In this podcast, we talk with legendary mechanic and founder of Savvy Aviation, Mike Busch. Mike explains how shock cooling is not really a thing but we should all be concerned about shock heating! Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, JasonBy Jason Miller ATP, CFII

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Episode 221: Pushback on ADS-B misuse; Vagabond award winner 38:31

3M ago38:31

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AOPA pushes back on ADS-B misuse, Cirrus says 'no' to G100UL, the rag-wing Piper AD is finalized, and government layoffs affect the FAA. Plus, we talk with Sentimental Journey award winning Vagabond owner Nathan Hauser.By AOPA

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Private Jet Inflight Catering - Culinary Aviation Career Opportunities in Private Aviation 59:10

3M ago59:10

59:10

Please checkout this live mentoring conversation with the up and coming generation of private aviation culinary professionals including one who is also pursuing a professional pilot career. Join Executive Chef Young Park, the founder of First Chime and I as we discuss in detail the rewarding opportunities of catering meals for private jet passenger…

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Episode 80: A Clever Workaround 27:59

3M ago27:59

27:59

While flying in his 1966 Cessna 150F over Arizona, Chris Smith and his father must resort to some creative thinking to breathe life into a sputtering engine.By AOPA Air Safety Institute

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Aviation Scholarship Opportunities from EAA Aviation Foundation and Women in Corporate Aviation 1:07:47

3M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Attention all students looking for scholarship support in pursuit of a career in aviation. Hear all of the details, inside perspectives, and application strategies from two leading aviation organizations focused on giving a boost to aspiring young aviation professionals. Joining me is Tracie Carwile, the CEO & Executive Director on the Board of Dir…

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"Your airplane is on a full-time IV drip" 1:08:56

3M ago1:08:56

1:08:56

Can one high oil pressure reading forever alter your engine? Mike, Paul, and Colleen answer this question, plus the quirks of the O-470, compression test redemption, and repairman certificates. Email [email protected] for a chance to be on the show. Join the world's largest aviation community at aopa.org/join Full notes below: Everett is wondering …

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