http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog IERW Podcast Fri, 08 Jan 2010 05:19:26 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en This video is 22 MB in size so it may take a long time to download. If you have subscribed via the vodcast, then I recommend you wait for iTunes to download it for you. If you have chosen to watch these one at a time on the vlog, then ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=25 This video is almost as old as I am but the content is still very valid. The symptoms of hypoxia do not change over the years. Although it is a black and white film, pay close attention to how the pilot responds to the verbal instructions he is given. Also, ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=24 This post is simply to confirm a listing in the Podcast Alley directory. There is no learning content associated with this posting. However, if you are interested in finding other useful and interesting podcasts, visit http://www.podcastalley.com/. http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=23 Are you just beginning to learn how to make radio calls? Would you like to be able to hear them more than once a day? Well, here is your chance. The following MP3 files are recorded radio calls that you can play repeatedly. This way you can tune your ear ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=18 When describing retreating blade stall or airflow in forward flight, you will need to mention the three no lift areas. There always exists the potential that he will ask you to name and explain the three no lift areas. If he asks, what will you say? This video explains each ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=17 Your check pilot may ask you to explain dissymmetry of lift. You will want to begin with a simple definition, "It is the difference in lift between the advancing and retreating blades." But what if he wants more? What will you say and how will you explain it? This short ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=16 This is the first audio podcast I've posted. I'll try to post at least one per week. Each of these podcasts will be less than 5 minutes and will surround a checkride topic. This week's topic is hypoglycemia. This podcast discusses what you should know for checkride on this aeromedical ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=15 You should have pre-planned answers to each of the major aerodynamic categories listed in the checkride sequence in your Flight Training Guide. You should be able to draw and explain, in detail, each of these aerodynamic concepts. This video will explain the concept of settling with power. For an actual ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=13 What is hypoxia? - What are the types of hypoxia? - What are the stages of hypoxia? - What are some symptoms of hypoxia? - What are the altitudes and oxygen saturation levels for each stage of hypoxia? You should be prepared to answer each of these questions. In addition, you should be prepared to ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=12 Since all of you have received a basic aerodynamic course, your check pilot will expect you to be able to explain the basic aerodynamic concepts. One of the most basic concepts is understanding an airfoil and total aerodynamic force (TAF). At a bare minimum, you should be able to diagram ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=11 I'm putting a new face on the blog. Up to this point, I haven't really done a lot with the blog. The original intention of the blog was to provide a place for students to collaborate, communicate, and share information. Since I have recently learned to podcast and vodcast, I ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=10 The Aviation Trainer web site averages 15,000 hits per month with around 1200 unique visits. Upon reviewing the site visitors, I discovered that users are accessing the web site from all over the world. In addition, I receive many e-mails with questions from those who are hoping to get accepted ... http://www.aviationtrainer.com/vlog/?p=9