Pilot's Discretion from Sporty's

• How drones and airplanes can coexist, with Christian Ramsey

  Should drones have the right of way over airplanes? The FAA has proposed just that (under certain conditions) in its recent Part 108 rule, but Christian Ramsey says it doesn’t have to be bad news for GA pilots. The UAS expert and private pilot explains how drones and GA aircraft can share airspace below 400 feet, including the potential use of new electronic conspicuity devices. Christian also worked on the ADS-B network roll-out, so he shares his thoughts on datalink traffic and why it’s essential for safety. In the Ready to Copy segment, you’ll learn about unique drone applications, ADS-B tips, and whether angle of attack indicators matter.* Part 108 summary: https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/fact_sheets/Fact_Sheet_BVLOS.pdf* Christian’s article on ADS-B traffic: https://uavionix.com/blog/a-rant-about-ads-bs-role-in-preventing-mid-air-collisions/* Lightspeed Zulu 4: https://www.sportys.com/lightspeed-zulu-4-aviation-headset.html

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• Fighting forest fires from a DC-6, with David Gagliardi

  David Gagliardi has spent many summers flying big airplanes at low altitude, dropping fire retardant on wildfires all over North America. In this episode, he takes us behind the scenes, explaining how pilots maintain situational awareness, what it’s like managing 60-year old airliners, and what the future of the industry looks like. David is also a longtime flight instructor and pilot examiner, so he shares invaluable tips for anyone preparing for a checkride, including how to avoid “failing yourself.” In the Ready to Copy segment, you’ll hear about flying warbirds, the best airport in British Columbia, and decision-making lessons learned in the navy.SHOW LINKS:* Video of Electra working a fire: https://youtu.be/idwUaJadn_M* David’s article on engine failures: https://tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/publications/aviation-safety-letter/issue-1-2025/are-instructors-preparing-their-students-actual-engine-failures-just-preparing-them-pass-flight-test* PilotWorkshops Mastery: https://pilotworkshop.com/

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• Designing a brand new sport plane, with Steve Wood

  Designing a clean sheet airplane and introducing it to the world by flying to Oshkosh is a bold plan, but that’s exactly what Steve Wood did this year. He tells us all about the Spirit Engineering SE-1, including why staying quiet was important for the company, why good looks matter in an airplane, and why they designed their own engine. Steve also worked at Cessna many years ago, so he talks about the glory days of GA, including the launch of the Cessna Caravan. In the Ready to Copy segment, Steve discusses common design mistakes, the Skypup ultralight, and the Cessna T303.SHOW LINKS:* Spirit Engineering: https://spiriteng.com/se-1-aircraft/* SE-1 video: https://youtu.be/9BMg5ECULm0* PilotWorkshops Mastery: https://pilotworkshop.com/

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• Single pilot jet safety tips, with David Miller

  Flying a turbine airplane like a Citation Mustang requires a new approach to training and procedures. Longtime jet pilot and safety expert David Miller shares what he’s learned over 50+ years of flying, including how to fly stabilized approaches, preparing for simulator training, and the value of a lead passenger. David also offers advice on the insurance process and when to fly with a second pilot. In the Ready to Copy segment, David talks about the Sabreliner, the Special Olympics Airlift, and detailing clay for cars.SHOW LINKS:* CJP safety videos: https://www.citationjetpilots.com/safety/videos* David’s Baron project: https://www.twinandturbine.com/remake-of-a-classic/* Lightspeed Zulu 4: https://www.sportys.com/zulu4

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• How to buy a used airplane, with Mark Pilkington

  Experienced airplane broker and all-around Cessna expert Mark Pilkington shares invaluable tips for avoiding disaster when buying an airplane, including his advice for first-time buyers, the right way to do a pre-buy inspection, and what to look for when buying a utility airplane like a Cessna 185. He also explains how he became an accidental YouTube star, and what his newest video series is all about (think Airplane Repo). In the Ready to Copy segment, Mark talks about the worst airplane model to buy, handling engine failures, and English pubs.SHOW LINKS:* Skywagons: https://www.skywagons.com/* Skywagons University: https://www.youtube.com/@skywagonuniversity5023* Lightspeed Zulu 4: https://www.sportys.com/zulu4

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