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Try Not to CrashAuthor: Wayne Allen
"Try Not To Crash." The last thing my instructor said when I went solo. Sound familiar? Welcome to the only flying podcast where the pilot's still figuring it out.Some pilots like to think they know everything. Some people think they do. Me, I'm still looking for the checklist, still trying to remember which end of the runway to take off from.Try Not To Crash is for everyone who's still learning, which is all of us. I'm Wayne. I learned to fly in my early fifties, and I own a one-fifth share in a Cessna 172 called KK, based at Elstree just north of London. I'm a private pilot, not an instructor, so don't come here for a lesson. Come here for the honest version: what it's actually like to learn, to stay current, to fly a share, and to muddle through general aviation in the UK without pretending I've got it all worked out.I'll talk about my own flying journey, the good days and the bad, and a fair few of the cock-ups in between. And because everyone likes to think pilots are sky gods (we are, obviously) who must have an opinion on absolutely everything, I'll have a nosy natter about the wider flying world too, the stuff that affects how and where we get to fly. What I won't do is sit here calling the cause of an accident. That's not my job and I'm not qualified for it. But I'll gladly tell you how it all feels from someone who prefers to fly with the windows in front, not at the side.Student pilot, later-in-life learner, or just someone who likes aeroplanes and honest stories? Pull up a headset. We never stop learning, and the day we do is the day we should stop flying.You'll find me on YouTube as WhiskeyAlphaPilot, where I actually show you the flying, and at whiskeyalphapilot.com. Be safe, have fun, and of course try not to crash. Language: en-gb Genres: Aviation, Education, How To, Leisure Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 1
Sunday, 5 January, 2025
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Try Not To Crash, my journey into the aviation work as a 55 year novice pilot. Join me, as I humorously recount my journey through the world of general aviation in the UK. From the whims of weather to the quirks of my trusty Cessna, flying isn't as straightforward as it might seem. I'm not your go-to for aviation news or crash analyses, but I promise a genuine account of the highs and lows of my aviation adventures.If you've ever wondered what it’s like to learn to fly through the eyes of a n older pilot, this podcast will be your backstage pass. Whether you're curious about aviation or just enjoy a good chuckle, I invite you along for the ride. And remember, while my landings might not always be on point, the stories are sure to be entertaining. Buckle up, stay safe, and let's embark on this airborne escapade together!If you want ot see me in the flesh so to speak, then https://www.youtube.com/@whiskeyalphapilot is the place to find meI'm a UK based private pilot (PPL(A)), who started to learn to fly in my early 50s. I passed (just), but every flight is a learning experience. I currently own 1/5 of a Cessna 172 - but I am not sure which bit is mine.Follow me on Social Media Website https://whiskeyalphapilot.com/Twitter/X https://twitter.com/wayneallenpilotInstagram https://www.instagram.com/whiskeyalphapilot/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WhiskeyAlphaPilotYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhiskeyAlphaPilot
