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.
This episode is brought to you by: Frans' Flowers 
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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. 
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8/31/2020 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! 
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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.
This episode is brought to you by show supporters: Nathan & Daniel 
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8/16/2020 Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #43 (Owen Stacey: Pilot Resume Tips From a Chief Pilot)
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.
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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.
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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 
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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 
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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.
This episode is brought to you by show supporters: Valery Milner & Alhain Imani 
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7/15/2020 Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #37 (Pilot Jobs, Flight Following & Filing IFR Departures)
In this episode we announce our new pilot job service, discuss why you shouldn't file an IFR Departure and also explain what flight following is and how to use it.
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In this episode, we talk to EAA Digital Marketing Manager and Private Pilot, Sara Nisler about her aviation journey and take a behind the scenes look at what it took to move EAA Oshkosh 2020 online! July 21-25 join Oshkosh www.eaatogether.org
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Sarah Rovner (Chief Pilot/Owner) of Full Throttle Aviation LLC joins us to discuss ferry flying. What does it take to become a ferry pilot and what kind of decisions go into flying unknown aircraft across oceans or continents? This fascinating conversation takes you into a world of adventure where risk mitigation is key.
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In this episode, we have the opportunity to speak with Captain Doug Morris. Capt. Doug is arguably Air Canada's most famous pilot as his column "Taking Off With Captain Doug" has been running in the airline's inflight magazine for over 22 years. We talk about Doug's books and his take on the aviation industry and how he became an Author, Meteorologist and Airline Captain.
Doug's Books: Canadian Aviation Weather From The Flight Deck Pilot Weather From Solo to Airlines 
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In this episode, we talk bout the importance of punctuation when it comes to clearly interpreting written IFR departure procedures and missed approaches. I also bring up some of the challenges in converting a fixed-wing license to helicopter.
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6/25/2020 Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #32 (Forced Approaches, What Are Your Considerations?)
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Engine failures and forced approaches are something that we hope to never experience but something that we must always practice and be prepared for. In this episode, we discuss some things to think about when it comes to making a survivable forced approach.
We discuss my three favourite questions that I constantly ask myself in an effort to maintain situational awareness and to stay ahead of the airplane and also talk about a recent flight in the mountains where we ditched the GPS and the tablet and went back to navigating "old school".
We share with you 2 big failures and 1 massive success. It involves copious amounts of beer and helicopters. Sometimes we have to remind ourselves what it is like to drink from the firehose and this week I did just that by taking a very humbling introductory helicopter lesson.
"You know, it would be embarassing to get out of an upside-down SuperCub with a bent-up prop and a scuff on my helmet. But it would be better than not getting out and having to pull me out and waking up three months later with a brain injury." - Steve Thorne, Flight Chops
If you're a fan of Flight Chops on YouTube, you may have recently seen an episode about helmets and his first flight in the Harvard wearing one. On this episode of Flying BC I catch up with Steve for a follow-up now that he's flown with it a few more times. And I also bring Kevin Maher and Ryan VH on board to expand on the idea of whether we should be wearing helmets while flying. Even if you don't think you'll ever wear one, this episode has some great discussion about safety and survival that is worth a listen. (Also features Jeremy from TacAero's original story from Flight Chops) 6/6/2020 Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #29 (Weather Flying, Deviations & Block Altitudes)
In this episode, we talk about a recent flight around a large area of convective activity and provide some tips on how you can work with ATC to stay safe.
6/1/2020 Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #28 (Something is Burning and NO This Cessna Can't Hover)
A quick recap of the flight we had with a client today that involved a precautionary landing and a bit of a fuelling mishap. A solid mix of humour and lessons learned. You really can't make this stuff up! Ocean View Helicopters Website 
In this episode, Pilot and Former Transportation Safety Board Lead Investigator Bill Yearwood joins us to explain what the Transportation Safety Board (TSB) is, and shares some of the most common causes of General Aviation accidents. We talk about stall awareness, mountain flying and general attitudes towards aviation. Bill is the recipient of the Canadian Lieutenant Governor's Lifetime Achievement Award and has dedicated his life to furthering aviation safety.
In this episode we pay our respects to the Canadian Snowbirds, discuss some flights from this week and break down the decision-making process of one of our clients. We also announce an important upcoming interview!
5/20/2020 Cardinal Aviation Audio Briefings Episode #25 (25 Things The Pros Do That You Should Too!)
For episode #25 we have assembled a list from some of our coaches of 25 things that professional pilots do that you should too!
In this episode we discuss some findings from a recent test flight were we went out to examine how the Garmin G1000 would behave during a missed approach from a circling procedure. Our findings were quite surprising and IFR pilots need to hear about it, regardless of your avionics setup! We also discuss the importance of monitoring your AP/FD modes.
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AuthorThe Cardinal Aviation Blog is a compilation of stories, tips, tricks and experiences from our Clients and Coaches. Some entries have a valuable learning lesson in them and some are to share some of what we are fortunate enough to experience when we fly. CategoriesAll ATC Tips Audio Briefings General Commentary IFR Tips Interesting Finds Podcast Related Content Text Archives
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