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Aviation News Talk – Pilot Stories, Safety Tips & General Aviation News

Max Trescott | Aviation News Talk Network
General Aviation
Aviation Safety
Cirrus SR22
Pilot Training
NTSB
FAA
Cirrus Aircraft
Flight Training
Pilot Safety
Aviation
Check Rides
Air Traffic Control
Flight Safety
Flight Data Analysis
Landings
FAA Regulations
September 11 Attacks
Pilot Certification
Aircraft Insurance
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General Aviation news, pilot tips for beginners & experts, interviews, listener questions answered, technical details on G1000 & Perspective glass cockpits & flying GPS approaches. 40 yrs experience flying general aviation aircraft. As an active flight instructor, I bring my daily experiences in the air to this show to help teach pilots and future pilots to fly safely. I'm a Platinum Cirrus CSIP i... more

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Latest Episodes

Gear-up landings are often dismissed as embarrassing pilot mistakes, but landing gear mishaps are far more common, complicated, and expensive than many pilots realize. In this episode, Max talks with Tom Turner of the American Bonanza Society Air Saf... more

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In Episode 425 of Aviation News Talk, Max talks with retired Air Force General David Brubaker about STEM Flights, a nonprofit organization that pairs middle- and high-school students with volunteer pilot mentors for free, one-on-one aviation experien... more

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Max talks with Greg Brown about one of the most important—and often underestimated—roles in aviation: the flight instructor. Greg is one of aviation's most respected CFIs, writers, and pilot mentors. A pilot since 1972 and a flight instructor since 1... more

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Max talks with Maya Shpak, CEO of SkyPath, about how pilots can avoid turbulence and find smoother air by combining crowdsourced observations, aircraft data, and machine-learning predictions.

The idea for SkyPath came from an airline captain and ch... more

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David Brubaker
Retired Air Force General, founder of STEM Flights
STEM Flights
Episode: 425 STEM Flights: How Volunteer Pilots Inspire Future Aviation Careers + GA News
Greg Brown
Flight instructor, renowned author of The Savvy Flight Instructor
Independent instructor/author
Episode: 424 The Savvy Flight Instructor: Greg Brown on CFI Jobs, Getting Hired, and Finding Students + GA News
Maya Shpak
CEO of SkyPath, aviation technology company providing real-time turbulence intelligence
SkyPath
Episode: 423 How Pilots Can Avoid Turbulence and Find Smoother Air with SkyPath
Keith Froude
Owner/operator discussed as guest in NZ flight
Central Garage, Tautau, West Southland, New Zealand
Episode: 421 New Zealand Mountain Flying in a CTLS: Fiordland, Microlights, and Safety Lessons
Troy Duck
Cirrus SR22T pilot, CAPS parachute deployment survivor
Individual
Episode: 420 Cirrus SR22T CAPS Pull: N39VF Power Loss and Parachute Drag Survival
John Von Fange
Cirrus SR22T pilot, CAPS parachute deployment survivor
Individual
Episode: 420 Cirrus SR22T CAPS Pull: N39VF Power Loss and Parachute Drag Survival
Russell Ladbrook
Globe-trotting pilot and Fiordland Aero Club member who hosted the host during the New Zealand visit
Fiordland Aero Club
Episode: 418 New Zealand Flying: Aero Clubs, Milford Sound, and Glowworm Caves + GA News
Mike VanStaagen
Executive Director of Design, Stewardship and Guidance at Cirrus
Cirrus Aircraft
Episode: 417 Cirrus SR22, Vision Jet and SR20 Design with Mike VanStaagen
Josh Harnagel
Chief Operating Officer at Redbird Flight
Redbird Flight
Episode: 415 Log IFR Instrument Currency in an FAA-Approved Simulator + Redbird Factory Tour

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Exceptional aviation podcast

    I’ve been listening to aviation podcasts for several years. The one podcast I look forward to most is Max’s ANT episodes! Exceptionally informative, educational, well-organized and well-edited. Amazingly well structured! You really have a gift for speaking. Please keep up your episodes.

    Max, would you consider returning to the initial format of teaching and instructing? I think you could go over some of the topics of past airings and bring them up to date (where relevant) or simply put on a new... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marcusdoc321
    Canada3 months ago
  • Great resource

    This podcast is an excellent way to keep your head in the game - always something new to learn from others that would be exceptionally difficult otherwise… thanks Max for all your hard work…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr david f
    United States8 months ago
  • The best. Period!

    Love the diverse aviation news, guests and lessons learnt in every aspect of aviation.

    Thanks Max!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snowman N
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fascinating and Informative

    Aviation News Talk is one of the most fascinating that I listen to. While not a pilot, I am always amazed how much of the safety lessons of any aviation mishap are applicable to my everyday life. This podcast never ceases to amaze.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clipper201
    United Statesa year ago
  • Terrific Resource for Piots

    I really appreciate the variety of topics covered Max in this podcast! I am working towards my IFR and at 70 years old…these podcasts are a big help in uncovering the not so obvious techniques and opportunities in our NAS. Thank

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve Branson CAP MP
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience appreciates clear explanations and thoughtful analysis of incidents and industry developments.
Guests bring diverse perspectives, contributing to practical safety and training takeaways.
Listeners praise the show for being informative, well-produced, and consistently valuable for pilots and aviation professionals.
Some criticisms note tonal moments or occasional promotional feels, but most feedback highlights long-term value.
Audience notes the host's strong teaching approach and credible guest roster as key reasons for subscribing.

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424 The Savvy Flight Instructor: Greg Brown on CFI Jobs, Getting Hired, and Finding Students + GA News
Q: How do you decide which students to work with when you have more prospects than you can handle?
He emphasizes building relationships, screening for motivation and reliability, and treating mentorship as a long-term investment in safety and capability rather than chasing volume.
424 The Savvy Flight Instructor: Greg Brown on CFI Jobs, Getting Hired, and Finding Students + GA News
Q: What are some of the other ways people can find students or clients beyond traditional flight schools?
Greg discusses clubs, ground schools, seminars, giving public talks, and building a personal brand with a photo business card and online presence to attract local interest and referrals.
424 The Savvy Flight Instructor: Greg Brown on CFI Jobs, Getting Hired, and Finding Students + GA News
Q: Tell us, how did you become a CFI? What led you to that?
Greg describes a gradual path from flight testing to instruction, highlighting how early opportunities and mentorship shaped his career and how a chance contact can steer someone toward corporate flying or leadership roles.
423 How Pilots Can Avoid Turbulence and Find Smoother Air with SkyPath
Q: What are the pricing options for individual pilots and enterprise customers?
Individuals can start a one-month free trial with no commitment, then choose a basic or premium package with monthly pricing; enterprise customers can deploy licenses across fleets with integration into dispatch and aircraft following workflows.
423 How Pilots Can Avoid Turbulence and Find Smoother Air with SkyPath
Q: What does the user experience look like for a pilot using SkyPath during a flight?
Pilots open SkyPath on an iPad, input their flight details, and can receive proactive alerts and notifications even when SkyPath is in the background; the app displays color-coded turbulence zones, smooth air confirmations, and an altitude slider to help decide whether to climb or descend, with optional foreflight copy-paste for routes.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show serves general aviation enthusiasts and active pilots with a steady mix of timely GA news, safety-oriented analysis, and practical how-tos from experienced instructors and industry insiders. Episodes frequently feature in-depth guest conversations with pilots, instructors, technologists, and manufacturers, exploring topics such as flight training pathways, cockpit technology, risk management, and real-world incident learnings. A standout pattern is the emphasis on actionable takeaways that pilots can apply in the cockpit, from instrument procedures and avionics to flight planning and decision-making under stress. The longevity and consistency of production, plus a confident host voice with a strong teaching instinct, help this pro... more

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3. Maya Shpak
4. Keith Froude
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