Retro-Aero

05/21/2026

Our Cessna 190 has returned to the nest! 😍

05/18/2026

What is a Check Pilot? And how does one become one?

What is a Check Pilot? What do they do? And how does one become one?

05/10/2026

Is Becoming a Pilot in 2026 Worth it? No, no it’s not.

I called this episode 13 when in fact it was episode 12. Just making sure you're paying attention.. Yup, that's it. Oops. In this episode I discuss the assumption that becoming a pilot in 2026 is worth it. If you are just starting your career in 2026, you face the very real probablity that you will never make Captain pay at a legacy airline....

I called this episode 13 when in fact it was episode 12. Just making sure you’re paying attention.. Yup, that’s it. Oops. In this episode I discuss the assumption that becoming a pilot …

05/03/2026

RAE11 – CTAF Application Window Is Open

It's finally happened. I recorded another episode! And this one is important: Our scholarship application window is open. So if you are interested in a scholarship to earn your tailwheel endorsement, apply on our website! Our Sponsors: Tailwheel Academy. If you are in need to learn the skills to staying alive while flying, a spin endorsement, tailwheel endorsement, or a need a tailwheel ferried somewhere within the United States, call 1-888-TWPILOT....

It’s finally happened. I recorded another episode! And this one is important: Our scholarship application window is open. So if you are interested in a scholarship to earn your tailwheel endo…

05/01/2026

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05/01/2026

Yesterday we had the opportunity to present a conversation about the history of the Stearman and its legacy in flight training at Lynn University. The audience was amazing! .

04/01/2026

Special thanks to for this great video of our fleet flyout to the ! Approximately 8 aircraft joined our flight including and many others!

03/25/2026

Sometimes you just have to get out of your comfort zone. That, and the Stearman will not have an aerobatic sight, so…

03/05/2026

Special thanks to the Boca Pilots Association for hosting our presentation on The Biplane Legacy! We had a great conversation.

03/02/2026

New Lycoming R680 300hp 9 cylinder is now attached! Firewall forward almost complete. Time for wings!

02/10/2026

Special thanks to for this video and arranging this awesome opportunity to tour the PMP blimp hangar and watch them depart up close!