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The Reider Report

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Avemco Insurance
Aviation
Aviation Safety
Instrument Meteorological Conditions
The Killing Zone
New York Area Airports
Stearman
Flight Safety
F-4 Phantom II
Wake Turbulence
Ground Sequencing
National Transportation Safety Board
General Aviation
Avemco Insurance Company
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Piper Arrow
Mooney Aircraft
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The Reider Report brings you real stories told by real pilots. Join host Rob Reider and guests every two weeks as they explore hard-won cockpit experiences and the vital lessons we learn when things don’t go as planned. Authentic, collaborative, and educational—this is aviation storytelling for all pilots.

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A newly-minted, Atlanta-based instrument pilot on a business trip to northern Ohio encountered weather that included unexpected ice accumulation. It caused a loss of control that could have killed him and the five others aboard his Piper Saratoga. Do... more

A pilot took off in his Columbia 400 and noticed that the airspeed and altitude numbers looked a little off. He managed to handle the discrepancy during the cruise portion of his flight but when he began his descent, the airspeed indicator said he wa... more

It doesn’t matter how many hours you’ve logged — there’s still more aviation you haven’t seen or experienced. Join host Rob Reider and his guest, Mark Blois-Brooke, as Mark tells about a downwind landing attempt, a serious maintenance faux-pas in a B... more

CFI Dan Bass is today's guest as he relates how he almost lost his life because carbon monoxide poisoning rendered him unconscious as he was returning home from a day-long business trip. He also recounts an engine failure at 14,500 feet, and what he ... more

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Daniel Swalin
Owner/pilot of the Columbia 400; story guest who experienced pitot-static issue
Pilot, Columbia 400 owner
Episode: Incorrect Instrument Indications
Mark Blois-Brooke
Pilot with 15,000+ hours; author of Life in a Tin, Stories of a Flying Life
Independent pilot/author
Episode: Fifteen Thousand Hours and Still Learning
Dan Bass
Moonie Mooney pilot and flight instructor
Independent pilot / Mooney owner
Episode: Dead Stick and Almost Dead
Andrew Levison
Two-time guest, long-time Arrow pilot, instrument-rated
Group flying Piper Arrow, UK
Episode: An Arrow and a Stone Wall
John Garry
Retired British Airways captain, experienced GA and airliner pilot
British Airways (retired)
Episode: An Arrow and a Stone Wall
Mason Rowe
Young pilot with experience in multiple aircraft; later pursuing 737 type ratings
Caleta Air (prospective), former Citations operator
Episode: Confidence or Complacency?
Marcus Janitto
Brigadier General, US Air Force retired; navigator on the C-130 Hercules; call sign Goose
Rhode Island Air National Guard
Episode: Why Do Those Houses Look So Big?
Paul Craig
Flight instructor, professor, statistician, author of The Killing Zone
Middle Tennessee State University / Author
Episode: The Killing Zone
Dave Schoen
Retired air traffic controller at JFK; instrument-rated pilot
Former JFK ATC
Episode: ATC—Sequencing is the Scenario

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Rob Reider
Host of The Reider Report, known for hosting aviation-focused storytelling and safety discussions

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Great Show in a New Home

    If you love aviation, chances are you already know Rob’s familiar voice.

    A gifted storyteller and interviewer, Rob’s show is a great listen for aviation enthusiasts. I look forward to new episodes every couple of weeks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brad in TX
    United States17 days ago
  • Great show!

    I never miss an episode. Rob Reider is a true professional and an absolute delight to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SF_Pilot
    United States4 months ago

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Professional interview style with practical safety takeaways.
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Incorrect Instrument Indications
Q: Why did you not pull the alternate static source during the flight, and what changed your mind after the fact?
I didn't think about the alternate static source in the moment, largely due to cognitive bias and fatigue. After the flight, I recognized the value of alternate static, and I've since revisited that lesson and adjusted my checklists accordingly.
Incorrect Instrument Indications
Q: What initially prompted you to suspect a pitot problem, and how did you validate or invalidate that assumption in real time?
I started with the belief that airspeed was off and altitude/VSI seemed plausible, so I anchored on a pitot issue. I cross-checked with GPS altitude and ground speed, and later realized the static system contamination affected both altitude and VSI too, which shifted my understanding away from a pure pitot fault.
An Arrow and a Stone Wall
Q: What were the key steps in John Garry's decision-making process that led to a safe outcome?
John led with an airline-style, structured approach: assess the situation, minimize risk, maintain control of the aircraft, coordinate with Andrew, and select a safe destination such as Tatton Hill while ensuring fire services and airfield support were arranged. This included keeping the crew calm, delegating tasks, and using training to avoid panic.
Dead Stick and Almost Dead
Q: Why is declaring an emergency important in an in-flight emergency?
Declaring an emergency ensures ATC provides appropriate safety oversight and resources, reducing risk and increasing the chances of a safe outcome.
Dead Stick and Almost Dead
Q: What is the key takeaway about engine-out decision making from your Park Rapids incident?
Get over the field and land directly if possible, rather than maneuvering extensively downwind or on final, to maximize options and safety.

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The program centers on real-world cockpit stories and the hard-won lessons pilots take away from emergencies, misjudgments, and high-stress aviation scenarios. Across episodes, guests—ranging from young pilots to veteran aviators, instructors, journalists, and safety researchers—share firsthand experiences, safety takeaways, and practical guidance that listeners can apply to their own flying. The show often weaves in safety sponsors and framing around risk management, decision-making, and crew coordination, making it a valuable resource for ongoing pilot education and risk awareness. A standout aspect is the mix of personal narratives with data-informed insights and a strong emphasis on actionable lessons rather than theory alone.

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1. Daniel Swalin
2. Mark Blois-Brooke
3. Dan Bass
4. Andrew Levison
5. John Garry
6. Mason Rowe
7. Marcus Janitto
8. Paul Craig

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