‘I Learned About Flying From That’ Podcast: Why Preflight Planning Is Crucial

FLYING is counting down to its 100th ILAFFT podcast episode. This week we revisit listener favorite No. 7: “Be the Pilot in Command.”

Thursday, January 02, 2025 at 10:30 AM ET

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Whatever stage of flying you are in, preflight checks before takeoff are a necessary element of your flight. [FLYING file photo]

Key Takeaways:

The "I Learned About Flying From That" (ILAFFT) series, which began as a column decades ago, has expanded into a podcast where pilots share harrowing experiences and vital safety lessons.
FLYING magazine is commemorating the upcoming 100th ILAFFT podcast episode by showcasing listeners' favorite installments.
This week's featured favorite is Episode 57, "Be the Pilot in Command," which highlights the critical importance of thorough preflight planning.

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Nearly nine decades ago, FLYING launched its “I Learned About Flying From That” column— known as ILAFFT—to provide GA pilots firsthand accounts of harrowing aviation experiences. Sharing the lesson learned helps other pilots avoid the same fate and become better, safer pilots in the process.

In recent years, the ILAFFT journey evolved to include a podcast adding an extra dimension to the experience through exclusive interviews with pilots sharing their stories.