This week we head own down to our favorite place for a good Shanghai dumpling, called (ironically enough) Shanghai Dumpling!
We were joined by our good friend Chuck, who is Simon's flight instructor. A while back, Chuck & Simon were having a conversation about the state of private pilot training ... which led into qute the passionate discourse. But, since Greg wasn't there when it happened, he was able to happily relive it. :-)
Join us as we delve into (among other things):
- the reasons why student pilot numbers (or "starts") are dropping
- our food :-)
- getting started in flying
- the financial reality of flight training
- the reason behind the rigors of flight training & certification
- why flying cars is a baaaad idea
- figuring out flight costs
- balking at ancient aviation technology still used today
- airplane costs & accidents (hint: it's the reason why aviation is pricey)
- a training story or two
- the impending pilot shortage & paltry salaries
We'll definitely have Chuck on again, but preferably in a quieter place!
Greg & Simon
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