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1/10/2021 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #62 (Steve Fekete: Diving In Head First)
In this episode we chat with Cardinal Aviation client Steve Fekete. Steve got his private pilot's license in 2017, bought his Piper Arrow in 2018 and his instrument rating in 2019. As the ink was drying on his new IFR rating he set out to cross off a bucket list trip flying his Piper Arrow over 1600nm IFR trip from Alberta to Texas to visit his family. Steve shares what the experience was like and some of the lessons that he learned along the way.
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1/2/2021 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #61 (Gord Stevens: What We're Really Doing in The Bathroom)
In this episode, Gord and I have an unplanned and unscripted conversation that explores the deep dark corners of obsessive weather checking, real-world pilot decisions and the art of being vs. doing. If you find yourself obsessing over things that you cant control and wondering what you can do about the things that you can control then this episode is for you!
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What do you do when you've lost your job as an airline captain and consumed way too much bad airline coffee? In this episode with chat with Steve and Adam from Lost Aviator Coffee Company to learn about how they went from drinking espresso on layovers in Rome to roasting their own signature blends in Guelph. We learn how running a small business takes many of the same skills as dealing with an inflight engine fire in an Airbus.
This Episode is brought to you by: iFiveMe.com/en (promo code: Friend 20) 12/5/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #59 (Bob Saunders: Been There Done That)
If you could spend an hour with anyone who would it be? In this episode, I had the privilege to learn about Bob's illustrious career. From fighter jets to airliners to the J3 Cub that has been in his family for over 60 years. Stories from a gentleman who is not just a pilot but an Aviator in its truest form.
This episode is brought to you by: iFiveme.com (Promo Code: Friend20) and the British Columbia Aviation Museum 11/29/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #58 (Gord Stevens: Everyone Is Doing Their Best)
This week we are joined by Gord Stevens for part 2 of our mindfulness series. This series takes on many of the topics that have not been traditionally acceptable to talk about in an effort to shine a light on the human side of aviation. After all, airplanes don't fly themselves, people do. We discuss the power of believing that everyone is doing their best at any given moment and tackle our friend's accident head-on. You have heard about it in our past conversations but today we intentionally dive in to hopefully bring some closure to the topic.
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In this episode, we answer a follow-up insurance question and chat with Commercial Pilot and soon-to-be Flight Instructor Russell Graham about a flight that he had that really gave him some perspective on how he sees and manages risk and decisions in flying.
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In this episode, we chat with Martin Stork a former airline pilot who has discovered what life is like on the other side of the cockpit door. Martin shares his insights and experiences as he works to help other pilots discover that despite popular beliefs and their own narrative that they are more than just a pilot.
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In this episode, we answer all your aircraft and aviation insurance questions with Pilot and Aviation Insurance Broker Caleb from Air1 Insurance. This is a must-listen for all pilots, renters and aircraft owners
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In this Episode, Gord and I go full circle with this one where we discuss how Everyone is Dealing with Something, including his removing himself from work due to his emotional load, the stressors involved with moving across the country, his early challenges with training and subsequent observations as an instructor of what pilots actually may be dealing with when they struggle in training and how “outside the airplane’ stress is very real.
(Part 1 of 4 of Cardinal Aviation's Mindfulness With Gord Stevens which will be presented on the first week of NOVEMBER 2020, DECEMBER 2021, JANUARY 2021 & FEBRUARY 2021.) This Episode Is Brought To You By: Air1 Insurance 10/24/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #53 (Mastering Your IFR Departure Checkin)
In this week's episode, we talk about making the perfect initial radio transmission on an IFR departure as well as share a funny story from a flight that we had today!
10/16/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #52 (Turned Into The Regulator for Sharing Experience)
In this episode we talk about what has happened this week. We also continue our conversation with Vignesh Rajasekar and talk about what happened when someone reported him to the regulator for sharing his precautionary landing training method on a popular local Facebook group.
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In this episode we talk with flight instructor and remote charter pilot Vignesh about some of his experiences as a pilot including the time he had an electrical fire in a C172 while on top of a solid deck of cloud. We also get personal and talk about what it was like coming to Canada and not only becoming a pilot but also becoming a "bush" pilot in northern Alberta.
Can you believe that it has already been 50 episodes? In this edition I share a few very well thought out emails from listeners that are full of great feeback, ideas and questions. Thank you to all our listeners and supporters for sticking with us!
In this episode we discuss the 5 hazardous attitudes. Do any of them apply to you? I am guilty of at least one of them. Sometimes it is important to listen to the tough subjects, the ones that makes us a little uncomfortable in the pursuit of becoming safer, more conscientious pilots.
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In this episode, we chat with Kliff Wight about his journey to finally becoming a Helicopter Pilot. Kliff Shares some very personal and impactful stories about the road that he has travelled in pursuit of his goal. Kliff is a student at Chinook Helicopters in Abbotsford, BC.
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We talk about reduced visibility in smoke and share a story that shows that I definitely don't always make the best decisions. The most important thing is to learn from those experiences and share the lessons with others.
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In this episode, we talk about off-airport landings and how we can learn a few things from the helicopter flight training manual and apply them to our fixed-wing flying. We talk about a few recent flights and some tips and tricks to consider when assessing a landing spot.
This episode is brought to you by show supporter, Ryan Mitchell. 8/31/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode # 45 (Backseat Coach, How I build a Pilot's Confidence)
In this episode, I talk about why sometimes I coach from the backseat. Yes, far enough that I can't grab the controls or hit the push to talk. Sometimes all pilots need to push over a plateau is a little space.
This episode is brought to you by show supporter, Lakshmikanth! 8/22/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #44 (Sam Adams & George: Flying Both Airplanes and Helicopters
George (@padtango) is a helicopter instructor and is also a corporate pilot on a Piaggio 180. Sam (@heysamadams) is my helicopter instructor and just finished his fixed-wing conversion. Join us as we talk about transitioning between airplanes and helicopters. Learn about the challenges, differences and similarities as three aviators gather to talk about two very different flying machines.
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In this episode, we discuss tips and tricks to help you make sure that you put your best foot forward when sending in your pilot resume. Through Flightcrew.ca we have had the chance to see a lot of pilot resumes and we take some examples of the do's and don'ts when it comes to putting it all on paper.
www.flightcrew.ca This episode is brought to you by show supporter: Robin Brown 8/3/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #42 (Lane Cunningham: Ferrying a 73 Year Old J3 Cub Across The Rockies)
In this episode, we remember a legendary pilot, recap some previous episodes, share some listener letters and talk to 20-year-old Commercial Pilot, Lane Cunningham about his recent trip ferrying a 73-year-old Classic J3 Cub across the Canadian Rockies.
This episode is brought to you by show supporter: David Nicmans 7/28/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #41 (Gord Stevens: (Part 2/2) Moving Forward, Finding Balance and Personal Awareness in Flying And In Life)
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In this episode, we go deep with airline captain Gord Stevens as he shares some very personal stories from his aviation and life journey that forced him to re-evaluate priorities and seek a more mindful personal awareness that has transformed his personal and professional life. Gord leads personal development seminars for pilots in hopes that he can help other pilots and professionals find their balance and become more aware of their own personal challenges. www.gordandamber.com This episode is brought to you by show supporters: Brent Giles & Scott Ryan 7/28/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #40: (Gord Stevens: (Part 1/2) The Pool Bar, Finding Balance and Personal Awareness in Flying And In Life)
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In this episode, we go deep with airline captain Gord Stevens as he shares some very personal stories from his aviation and life journey that forced him to re-evaluate priorities and seek a more mindful personal awareness that has transformed his personal and professional life. Gord leads personal development seminars for pilots in hopes that he can help other pilots and professionals find their balance and become more aware of their own personal challenges. www.gordandamber.com This episode is brought to you by show supporters: Brent Giles & Scott Ryan 7/24/2020 0 Comments Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #39 (Owen Stacey: The Power of Networking While Seeking a Pilot Job)
Aviation is a cyclical industry. In 2020 we have gone from having a pilot shortage to a massive surplus with aircraft parked due to COVID19. Pilots who had a relatively easy entry into the aviation industry are for the first time needing to find ways to sell themselves rather than their flight time. Join Owen and Ryan as they talk about the importance of networking and how it is a crucial skill, both when jobs are booming and when they are a bust.
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In this episode, I take you through my debriefing notes from a coaching flight with a client. After a flight, these notes become the basis of a 2-4 page post-flight report that is prepared for our clients but today I walk you through some key points that commonly come up with our coaching clients.
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