Captains Speaking - An Aviation Podcast
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Captains Speaking is hosted by professional working pilots Petter Hörnfeldt and Ben Watts. Petter is the man behind Mentour Pilot, the No.1 channel for aviation incidents on YouTube. Meanwhile, Ben is a long-time collaborator and the co-host of Mentour Pilot sister channel Mentour Now!
The Captains Speaking podcast exists to give y... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 51 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | AviationDocumentaryLeisureSociety & Culture | |||
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In today’s episode of Captains Speaking Petter and Ben discuss the recent Jet2 Boeing that got blown off the runway by a storm.
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On today's episode of the podcast, Petter and Ben will be speaking to a passenger who was onboard the FlyDubai Flight in a fascinating discussion on how it was to be there.
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On today's episode of the podcast, Petter and Ben will be going over everything we've learned in the week following the FlyDubai accident and all verified information.
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Yesterday, there was an incident involving a FlyDubai aircraft. Today on the Podcast Petter and Ben will go over everything we currently know about this incident.
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- Addictive!
And I’m hooked. The detail, the storytelling, the facts, and no speculation, gets you a fascinating look at understanding aircraft incidents and accidents.
Apple Podcasts5uktopgear
United Statesa month ago - Absolutely fantastic podcast series!!! Keep up the great work, Peter and Ben!!!
A great series for anyone who is interested in aviation and want to become first officers or Captain!!! Very informative and accurate!! Keep up the extraordinary content!!!
Apple Podcasts5Aviation geek 747
Canadaa month ago - Good,but
Great content, but just get rid of the Australian Government advertising! Seriously I have to hear government propaganda here?
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Australia4 months ago - Trays are in the upright position!
Big fan of yours on YouTube! Then my lightbulb went off and said, “Bet he has a podcast!” You and your partner make it very easy to understand complicated stuff. Your commercials don’t bother me. It proves your success and it’s so easy to fast-forward! I do feel obliged to listen to them… I at least owe you that for the great job you do on the ground and in the air.
Apple Podcasts5J ClamUnited States5 months ago - Excellent Podcast
Very informative and entertaining!
Apple Podcasts5Alfie floorAustraliaa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #5 | United States/Leisure/Aviation |
Apple Podcasts | #135 | United States/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #2 | Canada/Leisure/Aviation |
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Apple Podcasts | #23 | United Kingdom/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #34 | Canada/Leisure |
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What is Captains Speaking about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Weekly conversations led by working airline pilots Petter Hörnfeldt and Ben Watts, combining analysis of current aviation incidents with practical discussion of flight operations, training, regulation and safety culture. The hosts draw on their own cockpit and instructor experience to explain technical details, human factors and decision-making in accessible terms, often answering listener questions and sharing career anecdotes.
Most episodes are a candid two-host discussion, with occasional interviews featuring experienced aviators. Topics range from cockpit procedures and aircraft systems to airline operations and the lessons investigations can offer. The emphasis on clear, experience-based explanation distinguishes the coverage from inc... more
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How many episodes of Captains Speaking are there?
Captains Speaking launched a year ago and published 51 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Captains Speaking include:
1. Dan Loes
2. Captain Shem Manquist
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