Our podcast is for people who have a fear of flying or, an anxiety associated with being in an aircraft. In our first series (S1), we will take you from the basics about how an aircraft works with an insight as to what is happening and why during a flight, to the stuff you don't see behind the scenes. The aim is to remove the myth of flying and arm you with the knowledge to make you into a Fearless Flyer. We then run an episode we call S2 "Going on a Flight," explaining the preparation you should consider before a flight and, talking you through the process and the noises etc you will hear on an actual flight. We then move onto series 3 (S3), an on-going series discussing historical aviation events, what we learnt from these events and how these lessons were implemented into the aviation industry in order prevent them happening again. These historical lessons have made a significant contribution as to why the aviation industry is now so regulated and, why flying is one of the safest forms of transport today.You Hosts are James and Grant. James studied Aviation Management at a New Zealand University and is now employed in a commercial role for a major airline. Grant is a Boeing 777 Captain with a major airline in the Middle East, he spent the first 8 years of his career as an Aircraft Engineer before taking up flying full time. Previous aircraft Grant flew were the Boeing 757, 767 and 737, he currently has over 19,000 hours of flying time.
S3 E2 Comet part 2
Hi Folk, We are back with our third series called Insight. We are going to be taking a look at historical accidents and incidents that shaped the aviation industry and, how these events changed the course of the industry leading to what is in essence, a very regulated and safe form of mass transport that we experience today.Part 2 of the Comet issues, we look at how these new pressurised cabins affected metal fatigue.James and Gant will once again be your hosts, we will also have some guest hosts along the way. If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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33:41 | 9/1/23 | |
S3 E1 Comet part 1
Hi Folk, We are back with our third series called Insights. We are going to be taking a look at historical accidents and incidents that shaped the aviation industry and, how these events changed the course of the industry leading to what is in essence, a very regulated and safe form of mass transport that we experience today.In this episode we discuss the takeoff issues of the very first passenger jet aircraft ever produced.James and Gant will once again be your hosts, we will also have some guests along the way. If you want us to talk about a particular aviation event, then please do not hesitate to contact us at any of the contact details below here.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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25:38 | 8/1/23 | |
S2 V2 Going on a flight
Hi Guy's.Due to some great feedback, we've updated this episode of Going on a Flight, the main changes are the addition of some of the noises you will hear. The time markers have been amended accordingly. In this episode we take you on a flight, well more to the point we talk to you about the flight you are going to go on. We will explain our thoughts on the preparation in the days before, talk to you as your flight day progresses with what is going on and give you some top tips to think about.We have included 12 time chapter markers with the chapters here as well so you can easily go to the segment time in minutes and seconds of the episode that relates to where you are on your journey.1:07 Preparation3:12 Day before the flight5:01 Day of the flight8:00 Security & Passport control10:01 Orientation from the boarding gate11:47 Boarding time17:00 Pusback19:11 Takeoff21:52 Cruising time23:58 Descent29:06 Landing30:34 Hello bagsYou can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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33:31 | 7/31/23 | |
S3 Insights
James and Grant want to welcome you to Series 3 Insights from the Fearless Flyer. This is where we will be discussing historical accidents and incidents and, how these events changed the course of the aviation industry, thereby making it safer for the travelling public today. As per usual we welcome your feedback and ideas, you can get in touch with us at any of the media options below:You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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01:32 | 7/10/23 | |
S1 E40 Summary of Series 1
Hi Folk,We've come to the end of series one of the Fearless Flyer. In this episode James and Grant discuss some of the statistics of the most listened to episodes to date in this series, look at some of the issues going on in the industry at the moment and, we finish up with what our plans are for the next two series of our podcast.A big thanks to all our guest's and, you the listeners who have participated even by simply listening or sharing our podcast with other folk, it has been much appreciated.As per usual we welcome your feedback and ideas, you can get in touch with us at any of the media options below:You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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16:20 | 5/1/23 | |
S1 E39 Regulatory stuff and crazy measuring units
We discuss The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and why it is more of a guide to aviation policy rather than policing aviation, IATA which is a group of aviation businesses involved in influencing aviation policy. We chat about all the different units of measurement used in aviation, talk about the airborne motorway system across the north Atlantic and finish talking briefly about airport design.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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27:46 | 4/1/23 | |
S1 E38 Media Sensationalism
In this episode James and Grant talk to Al and Dave about their experiences and views on the exaggeration and sensationalism that occurs in the media. The conversations led us "off-piste" on some interesting statistics and a great discussion ensued on why we sometimes have to break off the landing.... the go-around.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPodt!
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44:02 | 3/1/23 | |
S1 E37 Terrorism & Pesky passengers
In this episode James & Grant discuss terrorism, pilot suicide and pesky passengers.As per usual feel free to contact us, if you are enjoying the podcast then please leave us a review.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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18:03 | 2/4/23 | |
S1 E36 Maintaining My Aircraft
In this episode we discuss aircraft maintenance, and we were fortunate enough to have Glenn join us who has many years experience as an Aircraft Engineer. You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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30:24 | 1/1/23 | |
S1 E35 Jet-lag & Crew Limits
In this episode James and Grant discuss jet lag and go on to discuss the flight time limitation scheme (FTL) that is in place to reduce crew fatigue.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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20:53 | 12/1/22 | |
Hello to The Fearless Flyer
Welcome to The Fearless Flyer. James and Grant are your hosts, lets have listen to what they've got to say....You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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03:10 | 11/22/22 | |
S1 E34 Evacuation
In this episode we discuss the passenger evacuation, such a rare event but worth talking about. We chat about the certification requirements, talk about some top tips, discuss a survey done of passenger evacuations by the NTSB (National Transport Safety Board in the USA) and finish with a chat about the Airbus A380 passenger evacuation test done for its certification. Click here to watch a 3-minute video of that test. As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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21:34 | 11/1/22 | |
S1 E33 Flight Data: A Just Culture
In this episode we discuss the Flight Data Monitoring programme that airlines have, we have an interview with Matt, who used to be directly involved in the Flight Data Monitoring programme in his previous airline. Flight Data monitoring is a system within in airline, like a quality assurance programme and has significantly contributed to making flying safer. So let's find out why. You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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26:02 | 10/1/22 | |
S1 E32 CRM: The making of a great pilot
James and Grant are joined by guest host Dave for this episode where we talk all about crew resource management, CRM for short. CRM has had a huge influence on the aviation industry and has significantly contributed to a major reduction in aircraft accidents. Dave is a CRM instructor as well as a Captain on the Airbus A380, we therefore couldn't have had anyone better to join us for this episode.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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40:27 | 9/1/22 | |
S1 E31 Accident Statistics and evolution of aircraft
In this episode James and Grant discuss accident statistics, then they go on to have a look at the evolution of aircraft and how this has significantly contributed to a decline in aircraft accidents. We then finish up talking about a few "what if this happens" scenarios.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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21:57 | 8/1/22 | |
S1 E30 On going pilot training - the simulator check
In this episode we discuss the on-going ground training that pilots must go though such as ground school, medicals, simulator checks and line checks.As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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19:49 | 7/1/22 | |
S1 E29 Cabin Crew training
In this episode we have an interview with Kate who was a member of the cabin crew crew then went on to become a cabin crew trainer. We also talk to Greg, a very experienced Purser who shares his experiences and knowledge for those of you with an anxiety about flying.Kate has a podcast called Life is Messy - Kate Schroeter. Kate's instagram is: @coach.me.kate As per usual, you can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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33:16 | 6/1/22 | |
S1 E28 ATC, communications and aircraft tracking
James and Grant discuss Air Traffic Control (ATC), talk about the different types of communications between ATC and aircraft and finish up on tracking of aircraft.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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20:40 | 5/1/22 | |
S1 E27 Flight planning, ETOPS & straight lines
In this episode James and Grant discuss the factors in planning a flight route, the term ETOPS and how it relates to twin engine aircraft, we talk about why the shortest distance between your departure and destination airports is depicted as a curve on those back seat screen maps instead of a straight line. We then talked about some of the top 10 airports in the world.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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19:28 | 4/1/22 | |
S1 E26 Avoiding terrain & other aircraft
In this episode James and Grant discuss the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS) that has significantly reduced the number of collisions with terrain. We also discuss the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) which has also significantly reduced airborne collisions.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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20:57 | 3/15/22 | |
S1 E25 Fuel & Fuel Policy
In this episode we chat about the two main aviation fuel types then discuss how we use an airlines fuel policy to operate a safe and legal flight.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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18:09 | 3/1/22 | |
S1 E24 Aircraft Performance & Limitations
In this episode James and Grant discuss the takeoff, landing and en-route performance of an aircraft in order to ensure every flight is conducted in a safe and legal manner. We then finish up talking about some of the aircraft limitations.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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20:05 | 2/15/22 | |
S1 E23 Pilot Training
In this episode we discuss pilot training from the very beginning, we talk about what is involved in the interview process for joining an airline and finish up with a brief discussion on what is involved in the training when you start at an airline.If you are only interested in certain elements of this episode, here is a time scale:6:40 An interview with George about his experience from beginning basic flight training and going through an integrated flying training course. 49:00 An interview with John, who in addition to being an airline pilot was also a pilot recruitment specialist at a major airline.1:07:30 Grant discusses what is involved in the process from the day you join an airline until you are qualified to fly passenger operations.
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74:27 | 2/1/22 | |
S1 E22 System Redundancy
In this episode we discuss system redundancy, another more common term would be system backup. We also chat about the door slides, the potable water tanks, the toilet system and finish with a discussion on the MEL, which enables us to operate a flight when a system is not functioning 100%. You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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20:47 | 12/15/21 | |
S1 E21 Instrumentation & Autopilot
In this episode we discuss the evolution of the flight deck, the Instrumentation and finish up talking about the Instrument Landing System which enables us to land in fog.Click here for the short video to the Flight Engineers LamentYou can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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27:12 | 12/1/21 | |
S1 E20 APU, Ground Support & Engine Starting
In this episode we discuss the aircraft Auxiliary power unit (APU), some other ground support equipment equipment and talk a bit about engine starting.Click here to the video link showing a buddy start on a C130 Hercules, forward to around 3:30 in the video.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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14:57 | 11/15/21 | |
S1 E19 The lifeblood of an aircraft
In this episode James and Grant discuss the hydraulics, electrics and pneumatics that are the life blood of an aircraft, these systems drive all the components on an aircraft. As you'll hear, the design of these systems is well thought out with a view to system redundancy (backups) and safety.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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20:00 | 11/1/21 | |
S1 E18 FIRE and fire suppression
Fire on an aircraft and subsequently how to deal with it has been well thought on today's modern jet aircraft. Lets take a journey and understand how crew deal with all the scenario's you could think of.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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16:37 | 10/15/21 | |
S1 E17 Pressurisation- drop down those masks
In this episode we discuss why we need to pressurise the cabin. We all hear that PA by the cabin crew before takeoff, "that in the unlikely event of a cabin depressurisation oxygen masks will appear..... etc, etc" so we'll talk about that, why it may have happened and what happens during a depressurisation. You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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22:58 | 10/1/21 | |
S1 E16 Aircon and air filtration
Here we discuss the airconditioned air and how some of it is recycled through special filters called HEPA filters, which actually saves on fuel burn. We also briefly touch upon the pressurisation system.You can contact us on email or social media at:Email: contactus@thefearlessflyer.netTwitter: @FearlessFlyPodFacebook: The Fearless FlyerInstagram: FearlessFlyPod
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16:24 | 9/15/21 |