Multi-Engine Helicopter Rating and Instrument Rating?!? Whats this all about then ..read more

In this episode, I talk about where I've been, how I made the decision to quit, and where the future lies. Is it in aviation? Is it in flying at all? Will I ever go back ..read more

In this episode, I read an article from Sean Brown, the CEO of British European Aviation, and his flight across the world from Florida, USA to London, UK. His flight takes place in a single-engine, propeller-driven aircraft capable of speeds of 280kt TAS. Enjoy ..read more

In this episode I was lucky enough to be invited to speak to Richard, the owner of G-LIKK, a Robinson R66 with quite simply an amazing paint scheme. Rich was kind enough to invite me into his home and just talk helicopters, flying in the UK and into Europe and get the low down on the paint scheme that just cannot be ignored. Once you've listened to the show and want to find out more on Rich's R66 and to see what he's been up to, please head over to Instagram and follow him @g_likk. Here's the link https://www.instagram.com/g_likk/   ..read more

Hello All, Welcome to episode eight of The Bearded Pilot Podcast. In this episode I was lucky enough to have a sit down chat with Paddy and Sarah and have them explain to me what Helipaddy is and how it came about. Its a great story! Below I have broken down the show into the different segments, so if there is a particular part of the show you want to head straight over to, then you can follow these time stamps and get there immediately.  Intro - 00:23 What is Helipaddy - 04:46 How many sites? - 08:45 2020 plan - 10:06 Availability of Helipaddy - 10:34 Using Helipaddy - 13:50 How has H ..read more

In this episode we chat to PPL(H) holder and regular flyer, Bill Gilkison. Bill's a great friend of mine who loves nothing more than to talk all about flying. We chat about his flying experiences, lessons he's learnt over the years and he shares with us some of his pictures from his trips.  Remember to follow me on Instagram and see what I'm up to. Remember if you wish to be included in a future episode, please contact me ..read more

Hey all! Welcome to episode twelve. In this episode we discuss mental health concerning the aviation world, delving into accidents pertaining to mental health and how things such as depression can affect your medical, and moreover, can you get your medical back following a diagnosis of depression and or anxiety. Next, we discuss pilot decision making and the different models we use to diagnose problems within our cockpits and how we go about fixing them.  Carl kindly had this to say... So when he ran out of suitably qualified and entertaining people to interview, he kindly came to my p ..read more

Welcome to episode twelve Part Three. In his episode we discuss mental health concerning the cavitation world, delving into accidents pertaining to mental health and how things such as depression can affect your medical, and moreover, can you get your medical back following a diagnosis of depression and or anxiety. Next, we discuss pilot decision making and the different models we use to diagnose problems within our cockpits and how we go about fixing them.  Carl kindly had this to say... So when he ran out of suitably qualified and entertaining people to interview, he kindly came to m ..read more

Welcome to episode twelve, part Two. In his episode we discuss mental health concerning the cavitation world, delving into accidents pertaining to mental health and how things such as depression can affect your medical, and moreover, can you get your medical back following a diagnosis of depression and or anxiety. Next, we discuss pilot decision making and the different models we use to diagnose problems within our cockpits and how we go about fixing them.  Carl kindly had this to say... So when he ran out of suitably qualified and entertaining people to interview, he kindly came to my ..read more

Well hello and welcome to episode five! In this episode I chat to a very good friend of mine, Henry.  Henry has been on the helicopter scene, so to speak, for the last 18 months and in that time Henry's been around the block, gained tonnes of experience and is well on his way to completing his Commercial Pilot Licence. In this episode I catch up with Henry talking about his flying experiences, the aircrafts he's flown so far, the trips we've done together and find out how he's getting on with his ATPL exams.  With me reaching the fifth episode of The Bearded Pilot Podcast, I just wan ..read more