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Private Pilot Podcast by MzeroA.com

48 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 256 ratings

A Good Pilot Is Always Learning

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Episodes

FAA Medicals

September 08, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

This month Jason shares some insight on the FAA Medical process.

Why do we do Slow Flight

June 02, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MB

Jason shares the importance of understanding slow flight.

Private Pilot Mock Check Ride

May 05, 2022 11:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MB

In this episode, Jason presents questions that you will find on your Private Pilot check ride. https://www.audible.com/pd/Pass-Your-Private-Pilot-Checkride-Your-FAA-Checkride-Examiners-Favorite-Questions-Audiobook/B07C2H6SQF https://www.facebook.com/events/488442953078945/permalink/488442963078944/

A Deeper Dive into the Kobe Bryant Crash

April 07, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 16.8 MB

In this episode of the Private Pilot Podcast by MzeroA.com, Jason takes us further into the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwhMWfJYiuA

So, you want to be a Tailwheel Pilot…

March 03, 2022 15:25 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MB

Jason describes some of the nuances of Tailwheel flying.

Getting the most from your Flight Lessons

February 03, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MB

In this episode we’ll talk about getting the most from your flight lessons.

CFR14 §91.103 Required Preflight Action

November 04, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 15.4 MB

What does CFR14 §91.103, required preflight action, really mean to us?

How can we be safer, smarter pilots even in the winter?

October 07, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

EDITORS NOTE: At about 13:00, Jason discusses carb icing and states 72 degrees. The answer, according to an AOPA Safety Brief,  is up to 100 degrees F at 50% humidity. Here is the link to the Safety Brief. https://www.aopa.org/-/media/Files/AOPA/Home/Pilot%20Resources/ASI/Safety%20Briefs/SB09.pdf

Understanding and Respecting Weather

September 03, 2021 14:53 - 20 minutes - 28 MB

What are some ways we can better understand and respect weather?

The Importance of Soft Field Landings

July 08, 2021 15:11 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MB

Jason discusses why soft field landings are so important to master.

Ground Operations While Flying with Family and Friends

June 03, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MB

Jason and Magda talk about things your passengers can do to help you as a pilot during a flight

Private Pilot Mock Checkride

May 06, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MB

Join Jason as he answers some questions that will probably be part of your checkride oral exam…

Mastering Landings

April 08, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 22 MB

If there is a secret to perfect landings, what is the secret to mastering landings?

Private Pilot Fundamentals

March 04, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

Where should all learners start? With the basics of course. Jason outlines what basics all private pilots should turn into foundational parts of their flight training.

Even Jason Makes Mistakes

February 04, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MB

In this episode Jason and Magda sit down to share more details of their story of Jason’s poor decision making and how other co-pilots can be empowered to speak up

Learning Landings

November 18, 2020 11:00 - 11 minutes - 12 MB

Working through the secret to perfect landings.

VFR Flight Planning

October 14, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 21.8 MB

What are some of Jason’s tips for planning a “Real World” VFR trip?

Flight Maneuvers

September 04, 2020 15:11 - 22 minutes - 23.2 MB

As a Private Pilot, what are some of the ways we can improve our flight maneuvers?

Slow Flight Down the Runway

August 05, 2020 13:02 - 14 minutes - 14.8 MB

The #1 way to improve your landings

Reading Charts

July 08, 2020 11:00 - 11 minutes - 12.1 MB

How do we, as Private Pilots, get better at reading charts?

Getting Ready for Instrument Flying

June 03, 2020 11:00 - 13 minutes - 13.3 MB

What can we do as a Private Pilot to get ready for our Instrument rating?

Mock Check Ride

May 06, 2020 15:01 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

What is the best way to prepare for a Private Pilot check ride?

Thunderstorm Flying

April 08, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 18.5 MB

How can we learn more and understand Thunderstorm Flying?

A Deeper Dive into United Flight 173

March 04, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 33.1 MB

If you enjoyed yesterday’s post on YouTube and Facebook, today on the Private Pilot Podcast, Jason takes a deeper look into the accident of United Flight 173 How does an airplane run out  of fuel in VFR conditions in sight of the airport?

Your First Passenger After Your Check Ride

March 01, 2019 11:00 - 8 minutes - 9.79 MB

What are some considerations for your first passenger after your check ride?

Improving Landings

February 01, 2019 11:00 - 10 minutes - 12.9 MB

What are some things you can do to improve your landings?

Staying Proficient

January 02, 2018 11:00 - 14 minutes - 17 MB

What are some ways to stay proficient as a Private Pilot?

Preparing for your Knowledge Test

December 16, 2017 11:00 - 10 minutes - 13.1 MB

What are some proven ways to help yourself prepare for the FAA written knowledge test?

FAASafety Wings Program

July 22, 2017 02:06 - 15 minutes - 17.6 MB

What can the FAASafey Wings Program do for me as a pilot and why should I be involved?

Fear of Flying

June 20, 2017 16:02 - 17 minutes - 19.6 MB

Have you ever been scared while flying? What are some ways we can recognize some of our fears in the cockpit and what can we do to work through them?

Emergency Procedures

March 21, 2017 19:47 - 21 minutes - 24.6 MB

How can we better prepare for the unexpected?

Wake Turbulance

February 07, 2017 22:05 - 13 minutes - 15.2 MB

You’re in a Cessna 172 and you’ve been cleared to land, Number 2 behind an Airbus A320. Now what?

Solo Practice

February 01, 2017 02:56 - 17 minutes - 19.9 MB

So you’ve soloed, now what? What are some best practices for newly soloed pilots to sharpen their skills?

The Lost Art of Flight Plans

January 09, 2017 23:12 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

Did you know we’re switching to ICAO flight plans this year?

Technology in the Cockpit

August 14, 2016 12:27 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

How do we as Private Pilots use technology to increase situational awareness?

Beyond your Private Pilot Certificate

June 20, 2016 20:13 - 8 minutes - 7.75 MB

What are some amazing things you can do with your Private Pilot Certificate?

What Great Private Pilots All Have in Common.

March 11, 2016 22:11 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

I found the common link that all successful, low time private pilots have in common.

The Truth About Senario Based Training

December 28, 2015 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

Often times we hear the phrase “Senario Based Training.” But, what does it mean for myself and my Private Pilot Certificate?

The Perfect Flight Lesson

December 03, 2015 03:27 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

What makes a perfect flight lesson? In this episode Jason will explain to you what he believes makes up the ultimate private pilot flight lesson.

What is a Runway Incursion?

September 25, 2015 22:42 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB

The FAA considers a runway incursion any occurrence at an aerodrome involving the incorrect presence of an aircraft, vehicle or person. But what does this mean to me as a private pilot?

Getting the Most Out of Each Flight Lesson

August 26, 2015 17:26 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

Most students leave time and money on the table in regards to their flight training. In this weeks podcast, I’ll share with you how to get the most out of each flight lesson.

Flying at Night

August 15, 2015 16:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

In this weeks episode of the Private Pilot Podcast, Jason shares with you his tips for flying and navigating at night.

Required Preflight Action

August 06, 2015 02:48 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

In this episode, Jason dives into CFR 91.103 talking required pre-flight action for Private Pilots.

The Private Pilot Checkride

July 27, 2015 13:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

Jason and the MzeroA.com team have built an entire business around helping students pass their checkrides. Hear his best tips for preparing for your Private Pilot check ride.

3 Ways to Improve Radio Communications

July 13, 2015 13:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

Learning proper ATC radio communications early on is crucial for success as a Private Pilot.

Cross Country Flighty Planning

July 07, 2015 13:55 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

In this episode Jason teaches you how he prepares days ahead for a VFR cross country flight.

Overcoming Plateau’s in Your Flight Training

June 30, 2015 17:39 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this episode Jason discusses how to overcome obstacles and roadblocks in your Private Pilot flight training.

Landings and the FAA Written Test

June 12, 2015 19:07 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Listen in as Jason shares with you his secrets to perfect landings. Also hear about the most recent changes to the FAA Private Pilot written test.