18 episodes

A show by aviators, for aviators. Join the discussion with real aviators as we explore the trials and tribulations of flight training from the student and flight instructor perspectives. Listen to stories from pilots in all different stages of their careers to hear the challenges they faced, and how they overcame those challenges.

On Centerline Sam Tarrel, The Northwest Aeronaut

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A show by aviators, for aviators. Join the discussion with real aviators as we explore the trials and tribulations of flight training from the student and flight instructor perspectives. Listen to stories from pilots in all different stages of their careers to hear the challenges they faced, and how they overcame those challenges.

    The Best Aviation Acronym! PAVE!

    The Best Aviation Acronym! PAVE!

    Send us a Text Message.I have always said that the PAVE acronym is the acronym to rule all other acronyms! It doesn't get nearly the credit it deserves, so today I breakdown how I use the PAVE acronym and show you just how useful it can be!Support the Show.Youtube: www.youtube.com/northwestaeronautInstagram: @northwest_aeronautTikTok: nw_aeronautWebsite: www.northwestaeronautics.com Music - Epidemic Sound: Go Higher - FLYIN Vegas - Onda Norte

    • 25 min
    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 9 - Human Factors

    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 9 - Human Factors

    Send us a Text Message.In our final edition of our ACS breakdown for your private pilot oral exam, we are discussing task H, Human Factors. Human factors are one of the most overlooked subjects in training, yet there is a lot to know and consider when evaluating our own airworthiness and fitness to fly. Hopefully after listening to this episode, you'll have a much greater understanding of what we truly need to be attentive to when evaluating ourselves and how to more effectively flight plan t...

    • 37 min
    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 8 - Operation of Systems

    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 8 - Operation of Systems

    Send us a Text Message.Today we're discussing aircraft SYSTEMS! This is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood subjects in pilot training, but with a little explanation, I think you'll find it's a lot simpler than you might have initially thought. Support the Show.Youtube: www.youtube.com/northwestaeronautInstagram: @northwest_aeronautTikTok: nw_aeronautWebsite: www.northwestaeronautics.com Music - Epidemic Sound: Go Higher - FLYIN Vegas - Onda Norte

    • 42 min
    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 7 - Performance and Limitations

    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 7 - Performance and Limitations

    Send us a Text Message.Performance and limitations is one of the hardest things student pilots tend to struggle with in their initial training. Reading the charts themselves can be challenging enough, but today we are going to dive in to the details that all too often get overlooked completely in this portion of private pilot training. Support the Show.Youtube: www.youtube.com/northwestaeronautInstagram: @northwest_aeronautTikTok: nw_aeronautWebsite: www.northwestaeronautics.com Music - ...

    • 37 min
    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 6 - National Airspace System

    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 6 - National Airspace System

    Send us a Text Message.The National Airspace System (NAS) is one of the most complex systems a pilot needs to learn and be aware of. Both student pilots and seasoned pilots alike often find confusion when it comes to keeping track of all the different types of airspace and the limitations associated with those airspaces. Join us today as we go over all these details so you don't bust the bravo, and pass this portion of your oral exam with flying colors.Support the Show.Youtube: www.youtube.co...

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 5 - Cross-Country Flight Planning

    Pass Your Private Pilot Oral Exam - ACS Breakdown Part 5 - Cross-Country Flight Planning

    Send us a Text Message.This week we have a little bit longer of an episode but that's simply because there is SO much to cover in VFR Cross country flight planning! Join me as we talk through the Private Pilot ACS Section 1, task D. Cross-Country Flight Planning. Support the Show.Youtube: www.youtube.com/northwestaeronautInstagram: @northwest_aeronautTikTok: nw_aeronautWebsite: www.northwestaeronautics.com Music - Epidemic Sound: Go Higher - FLYIN Vegas - Onda Norte

    • 51 min

Customer Reviews

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14 Ratings

14 Ratings

sanandak ,

ACS

Been listening to the checkride podcasts. Thanks for doing those - takes some of the mystery out!

Airplane Papa Mike ,

Staying on Centerline Rocks!

I’m from Chattanooga Tennessee and getting ready for my private check ride. This guy has helped me so much. I am so thankful for this show.

Larry Bueno ,

Great content

If you have watched Sam’s great aviation training channel on youtube, you know you can expect the same level of passion, knowledge and professionalism on his podcasts. Keep up the good work Sam, the aviation community needs people like you!

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