Retro-Aero

06/16/2026

Aviation Always Has Exceptions

Whenever there is a "rule" or you think you understand how to fly airplanes, you find out there is an exception to that rule or "the right way" to fly is actually the wrong way with a specific make and model aircraft - particularly when it involves older airplanes.

Whenever there is a “rule” or you think you understand how to fly airplanes, you find out there is an exception to that rule or “the right way” to fly is actually the wrong …

06/08/2026

How do we improve aviation instruction?

Catching up on the Spirit Bankruptcy, CTAF application window is closed, and How do we improve aviation instruction today? Perhaps we should include a CFI's pass rate as a criteria during an airline interview.

Catching up on the Spirit Bankruptcy, CTAF application window is closed, and How do we improve aviation instruction today? Perhaps we should include a CFI’s pass rate as a criteria during an …

05/26/2026

Special thanks to everyone who joined us today in our fun flyout. Yah'll are rock stars!

05/25/2026

Our formation was captured on the ground as we flew by... Gotta love that sound! 😍

05/25/2026

Todays Trivia... What airplane type is this? 😎

05/25/2026

CTAF Application Window Closes Soon!

The window to apply for the scholarship closes May 31, 2026. Don't miss this opportunity, apply today!

The window to apply for the scholarship closes May 31, 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity, apply today!

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…