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Recent episodes of the Pilot’s Discretion podcast from Sporty’s cover some important topics in aviation. Richard McSpadden, the Executive Director of AOPA’s Air Safety Institute, shares his perspective on the GA safety record, including VFR-into-IMC accidents, the role autopilots can play, and why good pilots make bad decisions. In episode 23, flight instructor and airshow performer Spencer Suderman explains what airmanship means to him and offers some suggestions for improving your stick and rudder skills. Listen below, or in your favorite podcast app.
Coming from an aviation family, John grew up in the back of small airplanes and learned to fly as a teenager. Ever since, he has been hooked on anything with wings and regularly flies a Citabria, a Pilatus PC-12, and a Cirrus SR22. He is an ATP and also holds ratings for multiengine, seaplanes, gliders, and helicopters. In addition to being Editor-in-Chief of Air Facts, John is the President & CEO of Sporty’s.
Latest posts by John Zimmerman (see all)
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- Pilot’s Bucket List: 11 Must-Do Adventures After Earning Your License - March 14, 2025
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