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  1. Episode 235: MOSAIC minute: flying with a driver's license; PIC's Donn Heikkila

    AUG 25

    Episode 235: MOSAIC minute: flying with a driver's license; PIC's Donn Heikkila

    This week's MOSAIC Minute explains the frequently asked Sport Pilot question, “Can I really use my driver’s license instead of a medical certificate?” Professional Instrument Courses flight instructor Donn Heikkila discusses how CFIs flying to your airport may help pilots tackle their instrument flight rules rating; and stick around for David and Jay to comment on the latest aviation news. @dtulis

    1h 9m
  2. Episode 234: MOSAIC minute, ForeFlight's Dynamic Procedures, ADS-B bill, Spirit one-place, and Lyondell on avgas

    AUG 11

    Episode 234: MOSAIC minute, ForeFlight's Dynamic Procedures, ADS-B bill, Spirit one-place, and Lyondell on avgas

    ForeFlight's new Dynamic Procedures explained, the Spirit one-place aircraft wows AirVenture attendees, LyondellBasell says 'no Imminent drop-in for 100LL, An ADS-B bill sparks confusion, an appropriations bill could permanently block ATC privatization, and MOSAIC—the new rules for sport pilots and light sport aircraft—arrives.

    52 min

  3. JUL 28

    Episode 233: 2025 EAA AirVenture news

    David and Alicia share the latest ⁠2025 AirVenture news⁠ with an on-the-scene report from Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, including long-awaited MOSAIC rules, the AOPA Sweeps 182 winner, Van's RV-15 wing kits ready to order, ForeFlight's Dynamic Procedures, a record-setting Piper order, and a Valkyrie aircraft that wows onlookers.

    19 min
  4. Episode 232: A new Earhart expedition, ATC upgrades, and Quintin Smith of ERP.ngo's aviation wing

    JUL 14

    Episode 232: A new Earhart expedition, ATC upgrades, and Quintin Smith of ERP.ngo's aviation wing

    Purdue announces new expedition to locate Amelia Earhart’s aircraft, Congress passes a $12.5 billion airspace upgrade but there are other ‘costs,’ a done collides with rescue helicopter during Texas flood response, a bill limits ADS-B data access, a court rules an FAA medical denial for antidepressant was ‘arbitrary,’ and Quintin Smith of the ERP.ngo Aviation Wing explains how you could fly in Namibia. ⁠@dtulis⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@loubelle⁠⁠

    56 min

  5. JUN 30

    Episode 231: Hybrid motorcycle engine for airplanes, NASA seeks safety input, mental health legislation, Air Race Classic winners, and “Hollywood Bomber” restoration leader Bill Goebel.

    David and Alicia comment on a new hybrid-electric motorcycle engine inspired powerplant, pilot mental health legislation, NASA safety report input, AOPA President Pleasance’s congressional appearance, and Air Race Classic winners. Plus, hear from “Hollywood Bomber” aircraft restoration project leader Bill Goebel, with plans to display the historic Jackie Cochran Beech-18S during AirVenture. ⁠@dtulis⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@loubelle⁠⁠

    35 min
  6. Episode 230: Beta’s passengers, FAA departures, GAMA aircraft shipments, plus Miss Pennsylvania and student pilot Page Weinstein

    JUN 16

    Episode 230: Beta’s passengers, FAA departures, GAMA aircraft shipments, plus Miss Pennsylvania and student pilot Page Weinstein

    David and Alicia comment on Beta’s first passengers, FAA departures, uAvionix's certified HSI, GAMI G100UL California ruling, and strong GAMA first quarter aircraft delivery numbers. Plus, hear from Miss Pennsylvania and student pilot Page Weinstein. ⁠@dtulis⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@loubelle⁠

    41 min
  7. Episode 229: Tornado damages Mentor fleet, Denver ATC, SmartCharts, AirCar, AOPA scholarships; and DFR guest Matt Sloane

    JUN 2

    Episode 229: Tornado damages Mentor fleet, Denver ATC, SmartCharts, AirCar, AOPA scholarships; and DFR guest Matt Sloane

    A Kentucky tornado damages the Beech T-34 community, ATC woes continue in Denver, the Klein AirCar logs flights, $2.2 million AOPA scholarships are awarded, and Garmin releases SmartCharts. Plus, hear how drone first responder Matt Sloane is helping keep police safe. ⁠@dtulis⁠ ⁠@loubelle⁠

    37 min
  8. Episode 228: Cirrus Aircraft's Ivy McIver talks Autoland

    MAY 19

    Episode 228: Cirrus Aircraft's Ivy McIver talks Autoland

    Cirrus Aircraft’s SR20-series executive director Ivy McIver, who is also a formation pilot and Citabria owner, explains the G7 line’s new Autoland feature—a first for the piston fleet. Plus, Alicia and David explain air traffic control reform, how Piper Aircraft faced off against tariffs, why Newark’s meltdown might affect your flying, and a couple of personal eVTOL aircraft from Europe making their debuts. @dtulis @loubelle

    52 min
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