Hangar Flying Podcast

HF 21: Bump In The Night

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:48:23 +0000

Welcome back to the Hangar Flying podcast. In this episode, our pilots answer some listener questions about noises you hear during boarding and inflight. We also discuss some piloting news including:

Turbulence still hurts people
Steve should work for the NTSB
Dropping flight bags for ipads

Do you have a question about noises on the airplane? If so, let us know!

Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants only and do not reflect the views of their employers.

HF 20: Ground Control

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sat, 05 May 2012 23:53:19 +0000

Channel 9 on United Airlines inflight entertainment system has always been patched through to the pilots conversation with air traffic control. In this episode of Hangar Flying our pilots discuss their ATC communication while taxing to and from the gate. They explain runway and taxiway naming and their first experiences talking with ATC.

Taxiway Alpha sign:

Taxiway Bravo to the right

HF 19: Flight Dispatcher

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 18:07:22 +0000

This week our pilots are joined by John, a flight dispatcher to discuss the duties and career of the flight dispatch officer. We discuss:

flight dispatcher salaries
typical duty days
operations work schedules and bidding for shifts
handling irregular flight operations as a dispatcher
monitoring flight progress
and more

If you are involved in airline or aircraft operations join us on a future episode. Contact us on on the link above.

Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.

HF 18: Flying in New Zealand

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:11:46 +0000

On this episode of Hangar Flying we are joined by Alex Turnbull of the Wakatipu Aero Club in Queenstown, New Zealand to discuss mountain flying and more. Gabrielle is off on vacation this week so Saul graciously stepped in to co-host this week's episode. We discuss:

Flying the Pitts Special
Mountain Flying
Beach Operations Training
New Zealand piloting requirements
and whether or not to eat a big meal before aeroplane aerobatics

If you are a pilot, air traffic controller, or other individual involved in airline or aircraft operations we would love to have you join us on a future episode. Contact us on on the link above.

Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.

HF 17: Flying By Association

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 04:48:55 +0000

A few weeks ago our pilots recorded this flying podcast about the associations available to private and commercial pilots alike. We covered some news at that time and discussed:

ANA flight nearly flips over, due to one button
Thousands apply to be British Airways pilots
Southwest Airlines hires 140 more, while American Airlines (AA) retires another 140
Benefits of membership in such groups as Women in Aviation, the 99s and more.

If you are a pilot, air traffic controller, or other individual involved in airline or aircraft operations we would love to have you join us on a future episode. Contact us on on the link above if you are interested.

Thanks for listening!

Disclaimer: The views expressed are the personal opinions of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.

HF 16: Jet Engines

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:24:27 +0000

In this week's aviation podcast we are joined by Max from the Airplane Geeks and Podcasting Passion podcast. We discuss jet engines, their cost, how airlines choose a manufacturer and more.

If you're a pilot, ATC controller, ground crew or other airline employee 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.

HF 15: Multi Engine Rating

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 18:48:31 +0000

In this week's piloting podcast we discuss Gabrielle's multi engine rating certification and some old but interesting news including:

Wife takes over when husband can't fly
The news (at the time we recorded this a few weeks back) that the black boxes were found from Air France 447
and more

What was your multi engine experience? Any stories to share? Let us know in the comments below.

If you're a pilot, ATC controller, ground crew or other airline employee 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.

HF 14: Flight Plan

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 02:00:00 +0000

In this piloting podcast we discuss the commercial flight plan including routes, way points, and the process the crew reviews before taking off. In addition we discuss:

Some old news including the commuter flight hit by the A380 and air traffic controllers falling asleep
The differences in flight plans between private flights and commercial flights
The Captain's responsibility in signing off on his flight plan
and more

If you're a pilot, ATC controller, ground crew or other airline employee 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.

HF 13: How Quickly Things Change

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 20:05:20 +0000

In this aviation pilot podcast Gabrielle recalls the crazy weather just before the Sun N Fun airshow. In addition our pilots are again joined by Keith to discuss how quickly an aviation career can change and his new training and new job location.

If you're a pilot, ATC controller, ground crew or other airline employee 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.

HF 12: Flying in the UK

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 01:11:51 +0000

In this week's flying pilot podcast we speak with Saul, a pilot based in the UK, about the differences flying through Europe as compared to piloting in the United States. We discuss:

The shirt tails tradition and whether or not it happens on the other side of the Atlantic
The difference in ruling bodies and aviation laws between the two countries
Differences between the UK CAA and the European Aviation Safety Authority (EASA)
Limitations of Class A airspace in England around London
A comparison of aviation fuel prices
and more...

If you're a pilot, ATC controller, ground crew or other airline employee 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.

HF 11: Airshows and Instrument Flying

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 03:19:06 +0000

In this week's pilot podcast we are joined by Joe to discuss the upcoming Sun n' Fun airshow and Gabrielle's instrument flying course. This episode was recorded two weeks ago and we discussed:

Shell of a Harrier Jump Jet that was for sale on eBay in the UK
Amelia Earhart's wreck possibly found
The time line of how instrument flying came about.
Simulators, personal training devices or PTDs
Requirements for instrument flying & regulations
How Joe & Steve have benefited from instrument flying and their ratings.

If you're a pilot, ATC controller, ground crew or other airline employee 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.

HF 10: Air Traffic Controller

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 21:47:01 +0000

In this week's pilot podcast we are joined by an air traffic controller to discuss the job, the communication with pilots, and what life is like in the control tower. We discuss:

Interviewing and training for the air traffic control position
How stressful is the air traffic control job?
Who is easier to work with.. general aviation or airline folks?
and more...

If you're a pilot, ATC controller, ground crew or other airline employee 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.

HF 9: Deicing

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 01:51:55 +0000

In this week's aviation pilot podcast we discuss winter flying and deicing. In addition we talk about:

Small aircraft and auto-pilots
Glycol and why might want to use it on pancakes (but you should not!)
The activities in deicing a commercial airliner
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.

HF 8: Part 91

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 23:18:09 +0000

In this week's aviation pilot podcast, Gabrielle and Steve are joined by Josh to discuss corporate pilot flying under Part 91. They discuss:

Differences in Part 91 flying compared to part 135 and part 121 flying
The Delta pilot jailed for six months for being too drunk to fly
Scheduling differences when flying corporate
Being a sky diving pilot
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.

HF 7: Emergency Engine Out

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 03:44:19 +0000

In this week piloting podcast we discuss a youtube video of a strange single engine plane landing and:

New Bush Pilot series
Enhanced landing system
And we talk about emergency procedures and engine out conditions based on watching this video

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.

HF 6: Mountain Flying

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 20:31:51 +0000

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.

HF 5: Freight Dogs

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 19:11:30 +0000

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.

HF 4: Flying Express

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 02:13:20 +0000

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.

HF 3: A Day In The Life

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 23:54:04 +0000

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.

HF 2: Climbing The Ladder

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 02:48:38 +0000

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.

HF 1: My First Time

mike@upgrd.com (Pilots Steve and Gabrielle) — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 23:48:35 +0000

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.