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SMAC267 Should I Obtain A Complex Endorsement in 2021?

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Endorsement

Welcome to episode 267. Today we will discuss a question I get from various listeners of all our podcasts “Should I obtain a complex endorsement in 2021?” We will discuss why you should obtain a complex endorsement, how to train for the endorsement, and tips for instructors teaching in complex aircraft.

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I am Carl Valeri and today we will answer the question “should I obtain a complex endorsement in 2021”. Joining me today to answer this question is Tom Frick, and Bill English.

  • Why you should obtain a complex endorsement.
  • Is the complex endorsement still relevant?
  • Our experiences with operating complex aircraft.
    • Don’t make the 6 o’clock news.
    • Forgetting to put the gear down.
    • Even professional crews forget.
    • The cost of not putting the gear down.
  • What you might think is complex and is not.
    • DA40?
    • 182?
    • 182RG?

https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/14/61.31 

  • What is a complex aircraft?
    • Airplane flying handbook -An aircraft with retractable landing gear, flaps, and a controllable-pitch propeller, or is turbine powered.
    • 61.1 Complex airplane means an airplane that has retractable landing gear, flaps, and a controllable pitch propeller, including airplanes equipped with an engine control system consisting of a digital computer and associated accessories for controlling the engine and propeller, such as a full authority digital engine control; or, in the case of a seaplane, flaps and a controllable pitch propeller, including seaplanes equipped with an engine control system consisting of a digital computer and associated accessories for controlling the engine and propeller, such as a full authority digital engine control.
  • Examples.
  • How you should train.
    • Use of FTD’s and simulators.
  • Controllable pitch prop.
  • Is there a minimum number of hours for training?
  • Tips for flying complex aircraft.
    • Carl’s GIFT of flight after takeoff check.
    • GUMPS
  • Advice to flight instructors.
    • The endorsement.
    • Systems.
    • Emergency procedures

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Picks Of The Week:

Carl – Constant Speed Prop video on YouTube. https://youtu.be/GNsnXjxopJM 

Bill –  Aircraft Systems For Pilots 

Tom –  https://www.alltrails.com/

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https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/14/1.1

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Complex_airplane 

https://www.faa.gov/documentlibrary/media/advisory_circular/ac_61-65h.pdf

SMAC262 Ultralight Flying With with Madison Johnston

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Ultralight

Welcome to Episode 262. Today we have a special guest Madison Johnston to discuss flying ultralights without a pilot certificate better known as Part 103 with Madison Johnston.

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Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

  • What is part 103 flying? 
  • Is it safe? 
  • Part 103 aircraft flying, buying, and maintenance. 
  • Flying without any certificates, how do you do it? 
  • Learning to fly cheaply and having fun doing it! 
    • LODA – letter of deviation authority
  • What is the training like for an experienced pilot?
  • Build times and general costs of ultralight aircraft. 
  • Pilot prejudice. 
  • Dealing with the pilots who think we’re too slow and dangerous; the misconceptions about ultralight pilots and builders. 
  • Communication is key! 
  • How to keep others aware of your presence. 
  • Two stroke? 
  • Four stroke? 
  • Weight limits and speed? 
  • Ramp checks, the FAA, and how to stay out of trouble. 
  • It’s the pilot’s responsibility.
  • Carl’s question and challenge. What does Carl Weight? Hint look at part 103 max weight for powered aircraft. First person that answers the question gets a free scholarship guide. Must answer on our Facebook page.

After Landing Checklist:

No Picks of the week since this is an interview.

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

ABOUT PART 103 FOR ULTRALIGHTS

https://www.eaa.org/eaa/aviation-interests/ultralights/getting-started-in-ultralight-flying/about-faa-part-103-for-ultralights

United States Ultralight Association

https://www.usua.org

Private, Sport, or Ultralight?

https://www.eaa.org/eaa/learn-to-fly/comparing-pilot-types

Becoming an Ultralight Pilot — Step by Step

https://www.eaa.org/eaa/learn-to-fly/comparing-pilot-types/how-to-become-an-ultralight-pilot

Powered Paragliding Bible 6: The Ultimate Paramotor Manual and Reference

https://amzn.to/3gipzsJ

https://www.teammini-max.com/online-store/aircraft-kits/1600r-sport/

SMAC259 Ferry Pilot: Nine Lives Over the North Atlantic with Kerry McCauley

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Welcome to Episode 259. Today we have a special guest Kerry McCauley author of Ferry Pilot: Nine Lives Over the North Atlantic. 

Before we begin a quick word from our sponsor.

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 4TH, 2020 1PM – 7PM

SATURDAY DECEMBER 5TH, 2020 9AM-4PM

SUN ‘N FUN HOLIDAY FLYING FESTIVAL AND CAR SHOW

Join us Saturday, December 5th at 10 AM for a GA Town Hall

ACE President and CEO John “Lites” Leenhouts, 

AOPA President and CEO Mark Baker, and 

EAA President, CEO, and Board Chairman Jack Pelton

Stay tuned for more details by visiting FlySNF.org. 

Again joining us today is Kerry McCauly author of Ferry Pilot: Nine Lives Over the North Atlantic. In his 30 year career as an international ferry pilot, Kerry has battled fuel system malfunctions over the Atlantic, a total electrical failure at night over the Sahara, being struck by lightning off the coast of Portugal, and losing his engine in a thunderstorm. Today he will share his adventure and give us an inside view into the thrills and challenges of being a ferry pilot over the Atlantic.

Welcome to the show, Kerry.

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

  • Single engine over the ocean. Really?
  • Why fly a plane over the ocean when you can ship it in a container?
  • How do you prepare for a journey over water?
  • Challenges and exciting adventures.
  • Mitigating the risks when flying over the Atlantic.
  • What Kerry flies when there is land under his wings.
  • Landing at St. Barts. 
  • Kerry’s next flying adventure.
  • How we can get in touch with Kerry and find his book.

After Landing Checklist:

No Picks of the week since this is an interview.

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

FERRY PILOT: Nine Lives Over the North Atlantic by Kerry McCauley

https://amzn.to/34sIe0Y

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fY2XPtcrng&ab_channel=SmithsonianChannel

SMAC257 Your Next Flying Adventure in Hawaii with Fly Maui

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Fly Maui

SMAC257 Your Next Flying Adventure in Hawaii with Fly Maui. Welcome to Episode 257. Are you looking for your next flying adventure? Considering the beautiful islands of Hawaii? Joining us today are our friends from The Aloha 360 Podcast and Fly Maui Flight School to discuss the unique aspects of flying in Hawaii and vacation flying. 

Before we begin a quick word from our sponsor.

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With over $120 Million in aerospace scholarships, we are the largest online directory. Be part of changing people’s lives by investing in others and becoming a patron by visiting http://StuckMicAvCast.com/patron.

News And Announcements:

FRIDAY DECEMBER 4TH, 2020 1PM – 7PM

SATURDAY DECEMBER 5TH, 2020 9AM-4PM

SUN ‘N FUN HOLIDAY FLYING FESTIVAL AND CAR SHOW

Join us Saturday, December 5th at 10 AM for a GA Town Hall

ACE President and CEO John “Lites” Leenhouts, 

AOPA President and CEO Mark Baker, and 

EAA President, CEO, and Board Chairman Jack Pelton

Stay tuned for more details by visiting FlySNF.org. 

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

  • Why you should consider Maui for your next flying adventure.
  • What is vacation flying?
  • Sharpen your crosswind landing skills.
  • What better place for your next flight review or IPC!
  • Build hours while viewing some of the most amazing sites including waterfalls, lighthouses, mountains, and maybe a humpback whale!
  • How did they land in Maui?
  • Beyond and island flying vacation: the culture and natural beauty of Maui.
  • What special considerations are there when visiting Maui as a tourist and pilot?
  • How you can experience your next flying adventure on Maui!
  • Aloha360 Podcast.

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Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

https://www.flymauihi.com/

https://www.thealoha360.com/