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The Student Pilot Cast

Bill Williams
Aviation
Instrument Training
Legion Air
Pilot Training
Aviation Training
Flight Training
Flight Safety
Flight School
Checklists
Instrument Meteorological Conditions
Aviation Safety
ATP Flight School
Chandler Air Service
CFI Checkride
Cirrus SR22
Passenger Experience
Self-Service Fueling
Airplane Security
VFR Sectional Charts
ATP

Follow Bill as he progresses through his flight training. This is the audio only feed. The audio podcasts are not the same content as the video podcasts, so if you want all the content, please check out both. The video feed is mostly available on Youtube, now (inlcuding the back catalog), and you can find it by searching for "Student Pilot Cast" there or use this link: www.youtube.com/@stu... more

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In Episode 85, we join Bill and Kent as they talk about how to expand the envelope of your flying. In other words, how to fly good and not suck...or at least get better and reduce your personal minimums.

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Hope you enjoy the episode and than... more

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In Episode 84, we join Bill and Kent again for another Beyond the Checkride segment. In this one we talk about getting out there on the proverbial open road, and going places with GA, in whatever airplane you have access to. Hope you enjoy our discu... more

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In Episode 83, we go back to the days of the Pilotcast. Due to the tragic events of the past weekend, we wanted to re-release a Pilotcast Episode from 2018 where Kent, Tiffany, and Bill interview Aerobatic Champion and Airshow start Rob Holland. Rob... more

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Welcome back SPC listeners and Merry Christmas! In this special Christmas day episode, hosts Bill and Kent delve into the pilot's lifeline – checklists. Episode 82 of the Student Pilot Cast titled 'Making a List and Checking it Twice...or Never' brin... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Holland
Champion aerobatic pilot and airshow performer
Episode: SPC#83 - That Pilotcast Episode with Rob Holland
Nick Smith
Runs an operation called Part Time Pilot, an online ground school platform.
Part Time Pilot
Episode: SPC#80 - Back to Part Time
Alex List
Part of the team at FlyShirley, an AI startup focused on aviation safety and training.
FlyShirley
Episode: SPC#79 - And Don't Call Me Shirley
Kent Shook
A pilot and former co-host from the pilot cast days.
Episode: SPC#73 – A Different Kind of Pattern
Brian Wolf
Sales Manager at Nexair Avionics with a passion for aviation
Nexair Avionics
Episode: SPC #71 – Homage to 2009 – Nexair Update

Host

Bill Williams
Host of The Student Pilot Cast, sharing personal flight training experiences and insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Worth starting from the beginning if you’ve never listened before.

    One night wonder why a 30 year several thousand hour pilot might want to listen to this.

    Well for me you never stop learning in aviation. Listening to Bill start from near the beginning and work through has reminded me what I haven’t practiced lately it for years.

    So good prompt for some refreshing my skills and great nostalgic reminder of all the stages I went though years ago learning to fly.

    Up to number 8 and enjoying the journey. Also it’s keeping me away from listening to current affairs ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clive R J
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Helping me through Flight Training

    This podcast is awesome. He has actual audio of his CFI, himself and ATC and he is completely transparent about his mistakes which makes me feel really good as a student pilot making my own mistake. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BLuvChocolate
    United States3 years ago
  • Part Time Pilot - Nick Smith Episode

    Very interesting episode. Was cool listening to the thought process on how Nick created this business based off his own experiences with getting his private pilot license.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    St. Ends
    United States3 years ago
  • Great!

    Listening to this as a potential Pilot has kept me motivated to getting my PPL someday.

    -Christopher

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisWantsToFly
    United States13 years ago
  • Even though not finished well worth it

    Even though the student pilot did not finish the podcast before getting his license there is a ton of great info in here for low time and student pilots.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Habu71
    United States13 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many reviews highlight the engaging and relatable nature of the content, making it easy for new pilots to connect with the experiences shared.
Listeners appreciate the nostalgic journey through flight training, with many finding the content motivational and practical for their own pilot journeys.
The hosts are commended for their transparency about mistakes made during training, helping to ease listeners' anxieties about their own challenges.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#153
United States/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#62
Canada/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#135
United Kingdom/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#16
Australia/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#131
Germany/Leisure/Aviation
Apple Podcasts
#39
China/Leisure/Aviation

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

SPC#84 - Just Go
Q: If you are traveling somewhere and the weather's okay, you file IFR, or do you fly VFR?
It's a big old, it depends. There are so many variables involved.
SPC#83 - That Pilotcast Episode with Rob Holland
Q: What is your process for coming up with new aerobatic maneuvers?
Rob detailed that he thinks about potential maneuvers for months, analyzing variables, then tests them in the air for viability.
SPC#83 - That Pilotcast Episode with Rob Holland
Q: How did you get your start in flying?
Rob explained he has no family connection to aviation but was fascinated by flying from a young age, inspired by movies and local experiences.
SPC#83 - That Pilotcast Episode with Rob Holland
Q: What is the difference between IAC competitions and air shows?
In IAC competitions, precision flying is judged while air shows focus on entertaining the crowd with aerobatics.
SPC#81 - An Evening with Legion Air
Q: What challenges have you faced starting your own flight school?
Building a syllabus and managing the business aspects have been challenging, but flying remains the easiest part.

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The content focuses on the journey of the hosts through flight training, providing insights into both the challenges and motivations faced by pilots-in-training. Topics discussed include personal anecdotes about flying experiences, advice on aviation safety and training practices, useful tips for navigating flight regulations, and updates from notable guests in the aviation sector. Unique aspects of the content include interactive discussions that encourage listener engagement and a recognition of the emotional journey involved in flight training. The series aims to support aspiring pilots by sharing both triumphs and struggles encountered along the path to becoming a licensed pilot.

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2. Nick Smith
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4. Kent Shook
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