Flight Training - The Way I See It is a weekly podcast covering essential news, like regulation changes, Training Tips to improve your flying and Opinion on a variety of issues. Hosted by Mike Shiflett, Director of Training at CFI Bootcamp. There are recaps of major conferences and events, interviews with top people in the aviation industry and of course Mike's unique and at times edgy opinions on what's right and what's wrong in flight training. Always informative and always entertaining, tune in each week to get the latest Flight Training the Way I see it.
Flight Training The Way I See It
Claim This Podcastby Mike Shiflett
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Flight Training - The Way I See It is a weekly podcast covering essential news, like regulation changes, Training Tips to improve your flying and Opinion on a variety of issues. Hosted by Mike Shiflett, Director of Training at CFI Bootcamp. There are recaps of major conferences and events, interviews with top people in the aviation industry and of course Mike's unique and at times edgy opinions on what's right and what's wrong in flight training. Always informative and always entertaining, tune in each week to get the latest Flight Training the Way I see it.
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Recent Episodes
June 30, 2026
Episode 75: CFI Medical Rules, Chandelle Rudder Coordination, and Preflight Safety
<p>Flight instructor candidates must command not only the stick-and-rudder skills required on a checkride but also the regulatory framework that governs how and under what authority they exercise their certificate privileges. This outline draws from CFI Bootcamp source material covering three essential knowledge areas: the medical certificate requirements applicable to flight instructors under 14 CFR Part 61 Subpart H, rudder coordination demands during the rollout phase of a Chandelle, and professional risk management habits every CFI should model from day one. Whether you are preparing for your CFI initial checkride or deepening your instructional practice, mastering these areas will sharpen your ability to brief students accurately, fly precisely, and operate safely on every flight.</p>
May 31, 2026
Episode 74: FAA Test Changes, Airline Hiring Cycles, Thunderstorm Flying, and CFI Training Gaps
<p data-start="3880" data-end="4021">This episode breaks down the most important flight training, regulatory, safety, and career updates affecting pilots and instructors in 2026.</p> <p data-start="4023" data-end="4391">We begin with the FAA's upcoming knowledge test changes, including the removal of public supplement books and the introduction of embedded, variable images inside the online test environment. The first major change is scheduled for the Instrument Rating knowledge test on <strong data-start="4295" data-end="4315">October 27, 2026</strong>, with other tests expected to follow.</p> <p data-start="4393" data-end="4715">We also discuss the current airline hiring slowdown and why students should avoid stopping their training just because the market feels uncertain. Aviation hiring has always moved in cycles, and pilots who continue building certificates, staying current, and networking are often better prepared when opportunities return.</p> <p data-start="4717" data-end="5021">The episode then moves into practical thunderstorm-season flying in South Florida. We talk about afternoon airmass thunderstorms, local timing patterns, radar interpretation, lightning, rain shafts, microburst risk, and why avoiding thunderstorms is not just a recommendation — it is a survival decision.</p> <p data-start="5023" data-end="5320">You'll also hear about the upcoming <strong data-start="5059" data-end="5079">300th Power Hour</strong>, a major milestone for CFI Bootcamp's weekly aviation education community, along with the release of the new <strong data-start="5189" data-end="5231">CFI Aeronautical Knowledge Gaps Course</strong>, built to help CFI applicants master the difficult areas many initial CFI programs miss.</p> <p data-start="5322" data-end="5485">We close with practical CFI ProTips covering aircraft handling on the ground, tow bar discipline, and how to understand glide range using real-world sight picture.</p> <p data-start="5487" data-end="5643">This is flight training discussed honestly and practically — from an instructor's perspective, with a focus on understanding, safety, and long-term success.</p>
April 30, 2026
Episode 73: CFI Training Gaps, MOSAIC Confusion & Why Syllabi Matter
<p data-start="174" data-end="364">This episode covers major <strong data-start="200" data-end="256">training, regulatory, and instructional developments</strong> shaping flight training right now — and what they mean for CFIs, students, and the industry moving forward.</p> <p data-start="366" data-end="729">We begin with the FAA's recently released <strong data-start="408" data-end="423">MOSAIC InFO</strong>, which has sparked significant debate within the instructor community. We break down what the guidance says about operating under Sport Pilot privileges, why many instructors disagree with the interpretation, and how this could impact flight reviews, instructional authority, and certification privileges.</p> <p data-start="731" data-end="959">We also discuss the closing window for <strong data-start="770" data-end="805">Part 141 Modernization comments</strong>, why this is a critical moment for instructors and schools to provide input, and what the long-term implications could be for structured flight training.</p> <p data-start="961" data-end="1205">You'll hear updates from <strong data-start="986" data-end="1000">Sun 'n Fun</strong>, including insights from the live Power Hour, along with the rollout of <strong data-start="1073" data-end="1102">Weekly Power Hour Re-Runs</strong>, designed to give students a consistent second opportunity to stay engaged and reinforce key concepts.</p> <p data-start="1207" data-end="1468">We then cover the expansion of <strong data-start="1238" data-end="1268">Virtual Ground Instruction</strong>, the importance of consistent academic training, and introduce a new upcoming course focused on closing <strong data-start="1373" data-end="1395">CFI knowledge gaps</strong>, including FOI, endorsements, and real-world instructional expectations.</p> <p data-start="1470" data-end="1683">Finally, we address one of the biggest issues in flight training today — the lack of structured syllabi — and why this continues to impact student progress, motivation, and training efficiency across the industry.</p> <p data-start="1685" data-end="1843">This is flight training discussed from a real instructor's perspective — focused on clarity, structure, and preparing pilots not just to pass, but to perform.</p> <p data-start="1845" data-end="1865"><strong data-start="1845" data-end="1865">In this episode:</strong></p> <ul data-start="1867" data-end="2603"> <li data-section-id="18dsl9b" data-start="1867" data-end="1936">FAA MOSAIC InFO controversy and instructor privilege implications</li> <li data-section-id="15ces9c" data-start="1937" data-end="1999"> Sport Pilot vs Subpart H instructional authority explained</li> <li data-section-id="wq89xn" data-start="2000" data-end="2061">Part 141 modernization comment deadline and what it means</li> <li data-section-id="pjm8n5" data-start="2062" data-end="2106">Live Power Hour insights from Sun 'n Fun</li> <li data-section-id="1h6g0oy" data-start="2107" data-end="2167"> Weekly Power Hour Re-Runs launch (Wednesdays at 8 PM ET)</li> <li data-section-id="wfyu78" data-start="2168" data-end="2235"> Growth of Virtual Ground Instruction and instructor consistency</li> <li data-section-id="mlaqw" data-start="2236" data-end="2290">New CFI Aeronautical Knowledge Gaps Course preview</li> <li data-section-id="1hb7zm" data-start="2291" data-end="2343">Why most students still don't receive a syllabus</li> <li data-section-id="123m846" data-start="2344" data-end="2404">How structured training improves outcomes and confidence</li> <li data-section-id="1ekki7q" data-start="2405" data-end="2467">CFI Prep Course and transitioning into the instructor role</li> <li data-section-id="cnv68t" data-start="2468" data-end="2538"> Audio-only Power Hour lessons now available on streaming platforms</li> <li data-section-id="28awix" data-start="2539" data-end="2603"> ProTips: heat safety, taxi technique, and ASA AI study tools</li> </ul>
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