Episodes
Here we'll show you how to depart from a class Delta airport and request VFR flight following while on the ground before departure. This way you will already have your squawk code assigned and a departure frequency assigned to you before you take off from the class D airport. This is very similar to how you would depart a class charlie airport, receiving a squawk code and departure frequency before changing from ground to the tower frequency. https://youtu.be/4iquR2MZg9A
Published 05/27/19
This podcast shows you how to depart a non-towered airport, from within the boundaries of a class D airport. Here we show you how to contact the towered and also monitor the CTAF while departing out of the grass strip. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/twA1kVNUi9o
Published 05/24/19
Here we'll give you the basic rundown on what Class D airspace is, how to enter it, how to interpret all those little symbols on the map, and what you should know prior to your written knowledge test for private pilot. https://youtu.be/Gj9ZLE2X9rM
Published 05/22/19
Hey everyone! If you still have questions on airspace after this video check out our Airspace Course on www.fly8ma.com. In this podcast we'll take you through the basics of Class G airspace, where it is, and how this type of airspace works.
Published 05/20/19
Hey everyone! If you still have questions on airspace after this video check out our Airspace Course on www.fly8ma.com. In this podcast we'll take you through the basics of Class G airspace, where it is, and how this type of airspace works. For more information, view the entire video here: https://youtu.be/Y8-j3g3EtLs
Published 05/17/19
In this podcast we'll take you through the basics of practicing touch and go landings with your CFI. As you progress through training, your instructor will schedule flights with much more emphasis on staying in the pattern and practicing more and more landings. This will help prep you for what to expect! https://youtu.be/6xfbueYvHGo
Published 05/15/19
Here we'll walk you through the proper steps and priorities in the aircraft when you decide to execute a "go around", the tower instructs you to go around, or your panicked instructor calls "go around." Watch the full video and find other helpful aviation content on our YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/u5Irc5OVXLg
Published 05/13/19
Here we'll walk you through one of the best exercises for controlling your flare and crosswind correction with an airplane, performing low approaches over the runway. You can checkout the entire video this audio excerpt was taken from here: https://youtu.be/Yn60nFJW-jU
Published 05/10/19
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Published 05/08/19
Here we'll show you how to complete a forward slip in a Piper Cherokee, which is almost identical to all GA aircraft. Follow the link for the full video! https://youtu.be/1ZENNMO6hR8
Published 05/06/19
Here we'll walk you through the setup, procedure, and recovery for performing power on and power off stalls in small GA airplanes, particularly the Piper Cherokee. The method is very similar for most training aircraft such as Pipers and Cessna.
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Published 05/03/19
In this podcast episode we'll go over the various types of approach lighting systems to determine your glide path (height) along the approach. We'll cover PAPI lights, VASI lights, and Tri-color vasi lights. Checkout the full video here: https://youtu.be/OuBwGIOb7Qo
Published 05/01/19
In this episode we'll teach you a proper crosswind takeoff procedure in a Piper Warrior! Check out the full video for some good things to think about when its windy out there! https://youtu.be/b9Hc-njY-Xs
Published 04/29/19
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This episode reviews how to takeoff, approach, and land with strong crosswinds in light GA aircraft. This is very applicable for student pilots learning to fly in crosswinds in Cessna or Piper airplanes. The technique reviewed here works in just about any aircraft, and has been shown to be the best way for private pilot students to set themselves up for crosswind landings. Follow the link for the full...
Published 04/26/19
Here we'll walk you through the proper cross wind taxi procedures and how to position your elevator and ailerons properly. Watch the full video on the FLY8MA YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/Wh_FNE2Dg7I
Published 04/24/19
Here we'll take you through how to complete 30 and 45 degree turns while holding altitude and rolling out on an assigned heading. This is what you will be expected to do your first few lessons in the airplane, as well as in preparation for your checkride, and during the FAA Practical Test.
Leave your questions in the comments below and check out the full YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/5iEBlS1COds
Published 04/22/19
This Episodes covers a flight from Ann Arbor to Adrian Michigan. How to enter the traffic pattern, determine the runway in use, and fly a proper pattern down to a landing. Follow the link for the full video this audio excerpt was taken from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaKaki_9oSw&list=PLnjaM9eVs4pvHFgcSAkepEbWwQpGtbY5c&index=15
Published 04/19/19
In this episode we go over the proper traffic pattern entry for non-towered airports. To see the full video this topic, head on over to our FLY8MA YouTube channel.
Published 04/15/19
This podcast demonstrates the typical traffic pattern flown in a Cessna or Piper trainer while staying "in the pattern". This is a great study tool for all student pilots, private pilots, and even a great reminder for rusty pilots. See the full video on our Fly8MA YouTube channel!
Published 04/12/19
In this episode we'll show you how to practice slow flight with your instructor per the new ACS (airman certification standards). Take a look at this video and our other Slow Flight video demonstrating how slow flight was performed by the old PTS standards.
Published 04/10/19
In this episode we'll walk you through how to set up for slow flight in a piper cherokee. The procedure is very similar for any aircraft you fly, especially Cessna or Piper, however the speeds and steps will vary. Leave your questions in the comments below and checkout our YouTube channel for the full video!
Published 04/08/19
Here we'll walk you through the normal takeoff and climb out on a basic flight training airplane, in this case, a piper cherokee 140. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for the full videos that these audio excerpts are taken from: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCWbc38ZLnbvdFiFJKDawCQ
Published 04/05/19
Here we'll give you an introduction on how airplanes manage to fly, and the four forces that act upon all aircraft. If you have any questions, leave them in comments below! Subscribe to our channel on YouTube here: https://goo.gl/hzmYaU to keep up with where we are at and lots more flying videos (instructional and just plane fun)!
Published 04/03/19
In this episode we'll walk you through the basic flight instruments you'll find in most general aviation airplanes and what you should know about them at the private pilot level during flight training. Subscribe to our channel on YouTube here: https://goo.gl/hzmYaU to keep up with where we are at and lots more flying videos (instructional and just plane fun)!
Published 04/01/19
In this podcast we'll take you along on your very first flight lesson, often called an introductory flight or "discovery flight". We'll go over the basics of steering an aircraft on the ground and through the air, as well as what you can expect on your first flight. If you like this podcast, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel here --> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCWbc38ZLnbvdFiFJKDawCQ
Published 04/01/19