Taking Command

Capt. Miguel Cuenca
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Taking Command is where aviation meets curiosity. Each episode takes you inside the cockpit of the Airbus A330 to explain how things really work. Designed for aviation professionals and curious listeners alike, the podcast blends history, and real cockpit experiences into short engaging stories. Whether you are a pilot, a traveller, or just someone who wonders how airplanes find their way across the sky, A330 GURU will make complex topics easy to understand.

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  1. Episode 11. Smoke and Fumes.

    27.11.2025

    Episode 11. Smoke and Fumes.

    Smoke and Fumes When smoke appears in flight, the clock starts running. In this episode, we explore the Airbus A330 Smoke / Fumes / Avionics Smoke checklist — a procedure built on time, teamwork, and clarity. From Swissair 111 to UPS 6, each event reshaped the way we think about smoke, communication, and survival. Because beyond the switches and systems, what this checklist truly protects are the invisible things: trust, coordination, and calm.

    14 dk.
  2. Episode 10. Every Go-around Is Unhappy In His Own Way.

    25.10.2025

    Episode 10. Every Go-around Is Unhappy In His Own Way.

    “Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” With those words, Tolstoy opened Anna Karenina — and unknowingly gave aviation a perfect metaphor. Every smooth landing feels the same: steady, predictable, reassuring. But every go-around has its own story — a test of discipline, timing, and calm judgment. In this episode, we explore the philosophy and the precision behind the go-around — from the Airbus logic that drives TOGA, SRS, and GA TRK, to the quiet choreography between Pilot Flying and Pilot Monitoring that turns an unexpected event into a perfectly managed one. Because in the end, a go-around isn’t failure — it’s resilience. It’s the ability to recognize when things don’t go as planned, and the resolve to set them right… so that every flight can still end like a happy family.

    10 dk.
  3. Episode 9. The Butter Machine.

    25.10.2025

    Episode 9. The Butter Machine.

    Every landing tells a story — and few do it as gracefully as the Airbus A330. Known among pilots as “the butter machine,” it’s a widebody whose poise on touchdown comes from more than just a gentle hand on the controls. Beneath the wings, a complex ballet of hydraulics and steel unfolds — led by a small, unseen player: the bogie pitch-trimming actuator. In this episode of Taking Command, we explore how engineering and airmanship combine to create the A330’s signature smoothness — from the moment the rear wheels kiss the runway to the instant the aircraft lifts off again.

    6 dk.
  4. Episode 8. Cabin Crew: The Invisible Presence.

    23.10.2025

    Episode 8. Cabin Crew: The Invisible Presence.

    Cabin Crew: The Invisible Presence. Behind every safe and calm flight lies a quiet force — the cabin crew. They are the first to welcome, the last to leave, and often the unseen bridge between comfort and chaos. In this episode, Taking Command turns its attention to the human layer of aviation — the professionalism, intuition, and invisible discipline that make every flight feel effortless to those on board. Because while technology may keep the aircraft in the sky, it’s the people inside who keep the journey human.

    6 dk.
  5. Episode 7. Every Take-off is a Promise.

    22.10.2025

    Episode 7. Every Take-off is a Promise.

    Every Takeoff is a Promise. In aviation, the Go/No-Go decision defines the thin line between commitment and restraint. In this episode, Taking Command explores the moment before V1 — when time compresses, instincts sharpen, and discipline takes over. Through the lens of the Rejected Takeoff, we uncover how preparation, briefing, and mindset turn seconds of potential chaos into controlled action. Because every takeoff carries a promise — and sometimes, keeping that promise means knowing when to stop.

    7 dk.
  6. Episode 6. Airbus A330. Emergency Electrical Configuration: The Gremlin in the Grid.

    22.10.2025

    Episode 6. Airbus A330. Emergency Electrical Configuration: The Gremlin in the Grid.

    In this episode of Taking Command, we descend into one of aviation’s most mysterious scenarios — the Airbus A330 Emergency Electrical Configuration. When the screens go dark and the familiar hum of systems fades, a silent adversary emerges: the Gremlin in the Grid. Through narrative and sound, this story transforms a complex technical failure into a mission — part game, part test of composure. From the first flicker of warning lights to the moment the aircraft finds its way back to safety, we follow a crew navigating not just systems, but the psychology of control. Because in the end, flying isn’t only about power — it’s about keeping calm when the lights go out.

    9 dk.
  7. Episode 5. Odysseus and the Minimum Equipment List.

    09.10.2025

    Episode 5. Odysseus and the Minimum Equipment List.

    Every flight demands absolute judgment. In aviation, safety is not the absence of risk — it is the discipline to manage it wisely. This episode explores the philosophy behind the Minimum Equipment List — the MEL — the framework that allows Commanders to navigate imperfection while keeping risk as low as reasonably practicable. Because true airmanship is not about grounding aircraft, but about knowing when “safe enough” truly means safe.

    6 dk.
  8. Episode 4. Dissecting The Airbus A330 Unreliable Airspeed

    01.10.2025

    Episode 4. Dissecting The Airbus A330 Unreliable Airspeed

    An old riddle about two doors, two guards — one always tells the truth, the other always lies. What does that have to do with flying an Airbus A330? In this episode, we explore unreliable airspeed: how trust in your instruments can suddenly vanish, what Airbus and Boeing procedures have in common, and why the answer often lies in pitch and thrust. From Concorde’s fixed landing attitude to the 100-knot last line of defense, we break down how pilots recognize the lie, buy time, and keep the airplane safe when the numbers can’t be trusted.

    11 dk.
  9. Episode 3. The A330 Brakes and Brake Fans

    26.09.2025

    Episode 3. The A330 Brakes and Brake Fans

    Smoke on taxi-in, overheated wheels, and the quiet erosion of carbon disks — in this episode we take a closer look at the Airbus A330 braking system. We explore how carbon brakes dissipate enormous energy, why they wear, and the hidden threat of oxidation. From ECAM indications to FCOM procedures, we connect engineering details with cockpit practice, and explain how brake fans fit into the strategy of keeping braking performance safe and reliable.

    8 dk.
  10. Episode 2. GPS Interference in the Airbus A330

    24.09.2025

    Episode 2. GPS Interference in the Airbus A330

    In this episode, We take you on board an Airbus A330, crossing the Bay of Bengal at night, when the calm of the flight is suddenly disrupted by a real case of GPS interference. Amid flashes of lightning, bursts of radio chatter, and the discipline of the cockpit, you’ll discover how a modern aircraft navigation system really works: from the role of GPS to the inertial reference systems and traditional radio aids that back it up. We also explain the difference between jamming and spoofing, their risks, and the measures pilots take to keep flights safe even when satellites “disappear.” A blend of poetic storytelling and technical insight—echoing Saint-Exupéry—to show that aviation continues moving forward, guided not only by technology, but by the knowledge, discipline, and resilience of its crews.

    8 dk.
  11. Episode 1. Taking Command: Leadership in the Flight Deck

    21.09.2025

    Episode 1. Taking Command: Leadership in the Flight Deck

    What does it really mean to sit in the left seat of an airliner? In this premiere episode, we explore the journey from pilot to captain, where technical skill meets the art of leadership. From Pan Am’s adoption of the title “captain” in the 1930s to modern Crew Resource Management, we trace how command in aviation has evolved—and why it’s about much more than flying the machine. Drawing inspiration from Plato’s “ship parable,” Einstein’s reflections on intellect and personality, and Ernest K. Gann’s timeless memoir Fate Is the Hunter, this episode dives into the philosophy and practice of leadership in aviation. We’ll discuss the qualities that define a great captain: judgment, adaptability, situational awareness, and the ability to inspire trust in both crew and passengers. Whether you’re a pilot, an aviation enthusiast, or simply curious about what it takes to lead under pressure, this episode will give you a cockpit-level view of command—its history, its challenges, and its enduring lessons for leadership in any field.

    6 dk.
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Taking Command is where aviation meets curiosity. Each episode takes you inside the cockpit of the Airbus A330 to explain how things really work. Designed for aviation professionals and curious listeners alike, the podcast blends history, and real cockpit experiences into short engaging stories. Whether you are a pilot, a traveller, or just someone who wonders how airplanes find their way across the sky, A330 GURU will make complex topics easy to understand.

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    Capt. Miguel Cuenca
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