Best System Decommissioning Podcasts (2025)

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33. Why You Should Install a Heat Pump When Replacing Your Residential HVAC With Alexander Butkus 5:11

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Join Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski and Alexander Butkus as they discuss the advantages of heat pumps over natural gas furnaces, highlighting energy savings and cost benefits.By ASHRAE Journal

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32. Reducing Heat to Improve HVAC&D System Sustainability With David Schurk 3:19

2M ago3:19

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Join ASHRAE Journal technical editor Rebecca Matyasovski and guest David Schurk as they delve into the complexities of managing temperature and humidity in hospitals, exploring the benefits of reducing reheat to improve HVAC&D system sustainability.By ASHRAE Journal

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Failed Electrical Systems CAN Destroy Engines?! - Aviation Podcast 27:09

2M ago27:09

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This is important information for anybody who flies an aircraft with a Continental Engine. Fly Your Best!By Jason Miller ATP CFI

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31. Repurposing a Decommissioned Power Plant for STEM Education With Joseph Schwartz 4:06

3M ago4:06

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Join Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski and Joseph Schwartz as they discuss the transformation of a decommissioned power plant at Michigan State University into a state-of-the-art STEM teaching and learning facility.By ASHRAE Journal

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30. Recommissioning An Existing Church Building To Boost Energy Efficiency With Matthew Strebe 5:34

4M ago5:34

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Join Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski and Matthew Strebe in this chat about recommissioning a church building to optimize energy efficiency and reduce natural gas consumption.By ASHRAE Journal

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Fatal Accident at Grass Valley CFI Debrief - Aviation Podcast 29:18

4M ago29:18

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Last week we had a fatal accident at KGOO. We have no information yet but I was planning to meet the pilot to begin instrument training and I think there are some valuable initial takeaways. Let's discuss them for the sake of learning. Fly Your Best! Jason

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The MYTH DEFYING 70/50 Rule For Takeoff - Aviation Podcast 40:28

4M ago40:28

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In this podcast we talk about the 70/50 rule for determining takeoff performance. The rule says, "if I don't have 70% of the required speed by the halfway point of the runway, I should abort the takeoff". Is this a myth? Does it hold true? If you do have the speed, does it mean you should go? Let's discuss on this episode of The Finer Points, Fly Y…

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29. Understanding Mold Problems Inside Housing With George Tsongas 3:46

5M ago3:46

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Mold problems are more common than most people realize in both new and older single-family and multifamily housing, potentially causing serious indoor air quality (IAQ) problems. Join Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski and George Tsongas as they discuss mold problems inside housing and why they are critical to address.…

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Decommissioning Safety - Aviation Podcast 19:14

5M ago19:14

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The FAA is proposing the removal of all Remote Communications Outlets in the lower 48. These RCOs are the only way to establish search and rescue in flight when you don't have a cellular signal. This would be a HUGE mistake. Please leave a public comment at the Federal Register using this link: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/03/27/2…

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Talkin' Safety at Sun N Fun - Aviation Podcast 16:04

5M ago16:04

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What will truly fix our safety problem and why does it matter? Let's talk.

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28. Categorizing Energy Efficiency Measures With Amanda Webb And Apoorv Khanuja 5:16

6M ago5:16

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Join Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski along with guests Apoorv Khanuja and Amanda Webb as they discuss recommendations and more for naming and categorizing energy efficiency measures (EEMs). In the first recommendation? Clearly describe what’s being done.By ASHRAE Journal

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Shockingly Hot - Aviation Podcast 13:07

7M ago13:07

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In this podcast, we talk with legendary mechanic and founder of Savvy Aviation, Mike Busch. Mike explains how shock cooling is not really a thing but we should all be concerned about shock heating! Please enjoy The Finer Points! Fly Your Best, JasonBy Jason Miller ATP, CFII

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27. Analyzing Net Zero Energy Buildings with David Traxler 4:21

7M ago4:21

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Join David Traxler and Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski as they discuss some of the patterns he found when studying 50 energy efficient net zero energy buildings.By ASHRAE Journal

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26. Improving Building Graphics With Brian Clark 10:52

8M ago10:52

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Building graphics are the windows into system performance. Join Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski and Brian Clark as they discuss what makes a good building graphic and tips to improve them.By ASHRAE Journal

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Flying Out Of The Spin - Aviation Podcast 11:03

9M ago11:03

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On a recent CFI Club call, I was asked about how I teach spins. This is what I said ... Fly Your Best!By Jason Miller CFII ATP

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25. Designing A Maintainable, Sustainable Building 10:43

9M ago10:43

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Sustainability starts with maintenance. Michael Gallagher helps us remember that if a sustainable building can’t be kept running the way it was intended to run, it isn’t sustainable.By ASHRAE Journal

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24. How Particle Filters Work with Kathleen Owen 5:04

10M ago5:04

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Join Kathleen Owen and Journal technical editor Rebecca Matyasovski as they discuss some ins and outs of particle filters, including particle capture and the economic impact of different filters.By ASHRAE Journal

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Just Dry This - Aviation Podcast 9:55

10M ago9:55

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THIS is how you save time and money in training. Become a safer, more confident pilot. Fly Your Best!By Jason Miller ATP CFII

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23. Designing Building Systems With Acoustics in a Performing Arts Center With Coral Pais 6:01

11M ago6:01

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Performing arts patrons don’t usually think about HVAC design when deciding to attend an event. But if the system designers don’t notice, patrons might. Join Coral Pais as she discusses how acoustics were considered when designing a Cleveland performing arts center.By ASHRAE Journal

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When It All Goes Down - Aviation Podcast 1:01:48

11M ago1:01:48

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On our recent Canyons of the Southwest Airplane Camp trip, one aircraft experienced an engine failure and had to execute a forced landing. In this podcast, we talk to both pilots and discuss what we learned. Please enjoy The Finer Points!By Jason Miller CFI ATP

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22. Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Ventilation Design with Kishor Khankari 13:26

12M ago13:26

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Surgical patients release waste anesthetic gases that can cause potential health effects for people who care for patients in the post-anesthesia care unit. Kishor Khankari, Ph.D., Fellow ASHRAE, discusses optimizing its ventilation design to effectively remove these gases and reduce exposure.By ASHRAE Journal

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Talkin' With Nick Wegner - Aviation Podcast 24:50

1y ago24:50

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In this podcast, we talk with Nick Wegner, one of the founders of Flight Schedule Pro. Nick and his team have announced a major effort to streamline the way flight training works for Schools, CFIs, and the pilots that fly there. Please enjoy The Finer Points!By Jason Miller, ATP CFII

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21. Using Hydronic HVAC Systems for Decarbonization with Michael Licastro 8:49

1y ago8:49

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Join Michael Licastro, Associate Member ASHRAE, and Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski as they discuss using hydronic HVAC systems to aid in decarbonization.By ASHRAE Journal

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Shed A Teardrop For Me - Aviation Podcast 12:43

1y ago12:43

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In this episode, we talk about the "teardrop" into a 45 on a non-towered pattern entry. Fly Your Best!

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JP Schulze "The Point Of No Return" - Aviation Podcast 35:05

1y ago35:05

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At Oshksoh 2024 I had a chance to catch up with JP Shulze to discuss his adventures. Live from the AOPA Lounge, here is the podcast as we recorded it yesterday. See y'all at #OSH25!By Jason Miller, CFII ATP

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20. Dust Collector Design Demystified With Chris Jester 5:34

1y ago5:34

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Did you know milk dust and flour, among other dusts, are explosive? Combustible dusts require the use of dust collectors. Join Chris Jester, Associate Member ASHRAE, and Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski as they discuss the design of dust collector systems, including air velocity and duct sizing, safety considerations, motor requirements and rel…

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When Are You Ready To Go Pro? - Aviation Podcast 9:57

1y ago9:57

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In this podcast, we discuss the Commercial certificate. What are the real goals here and how do we put Commercial applicants ahead of the game and make them ready for the professional environment? Fly Your Best!

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19. Natural Gas and Old Buildings With Mike Gallagher 4:50

1y ago4:50

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Join Mike Gallagher, P.E., Life Member ASHRAE, and Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski as they discuss the monthslong saga to fix what started out as a small gas leak in the furnace room of his church—just before Christmas.By ASHRAE Journal

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Data archiving ahead of S/4HANA - Brownfield system conversions 21:19

1+ y ago21:19

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On the journey to S/4HANA, many businesses are opting for the Brownfield approach, finding it less daunting from a data standpoint. However, businesses must be mindful not to overlook the importance of data management. Given the cost of S/4HANA's high performance, reducing the data footprint through archiving becomes crucial. In this episode, we ta…

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18. The Life of Sadi Carnot With Andy Pearson 7:15

1+ y ago7:15

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Andy Pearson shares some of the upheaval in which scientist Sadi Carnot performed his work, including for the science we now call “thermodynamics.”By ASHRAE Journal

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Data protection and privacy in SAP 30:47

1+ y ago30:47

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As we approach the six-year anniversary of GDPR, this episode draws on our experience in compliance, both standalone and as part of an archiving project. We cover the initial steps toward SAP data compliance, identify common challenges, and outline effective strategies to address them. Learn about the built-in SAP tools and external solutions that …

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Turn And Face The Changes - Aviation Podcast 14:15

1+ y ago14:15

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This podcast discusses the upcoming changes to many of the ACS. Special guest, John Ewing is an author, CFI, and former DPE join us as we discuss some of these changes that will impact us all. Fly Your Best! JasonBy Jason Miller, CFI ATP

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SAP data archiving in regulated industries 10:01

1+ y ago10:01

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Are you working within a highly regulated industry and wondering how this will shape your data management projects? In this episode, we sit down for a quick chat with one of our experts to discuss precisely that. Drawing on extensive experience from various archiving projects, we explore real-world examples to uncover the key challenges and conside…

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17. Data Center Energy Compliance Strategies in Hot Climates 5:45

1+ y ago5:45

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Hamed Yassaghi, Ph.D., Associate Member ASHRAE, talks about data center IECC 2021 compliance strategies in hot climates with air-cooled chillers.By ASHRAE Journal

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Earth Day special - Sustainable SAP data management 11:38

1+ y ago11:38

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In this mini episode, we explore aligning SAP data management with your sustainability strategy. Joined by Robert Reuben, Managing Director at Proceed, we discuss the environmental impact of storing data and maintaining legacy systems. We also touch on how we're assisting customers in reducing their data footprint and decommissioning their legacy s…

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What is System Decommissioning? 1:49

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System decommissioning means the process of systematic removal and permanent shutdown of an outdated computer system, server, hardware, software, or associated infrastructure. Other terms for system decommissioning in the context of technology management include asset disposal, infrastructure decommissioning, system retirement, technology sunsettin…

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Decommissioning SAP Legacy Systems 2:24

1+ y ago2:24

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SAP Carve-Out, with its focus on selectively disentangling specific modules or components from the SAP landscape, marks a pivotal step in this evolution. However, the journey doesn’t end with the carve-out; a logical progression awaits in the form of decommissioning legacy SAP systems. This article explores the strategic importance of decommissioni…

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What is SAP Carve-Out? 0:57

1+ y ago0:57

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SAP Carve-Out refers to the strategic process of segregating specific modules, components, or business units from an existing SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing) landscape. This separation is often undertaken in response to organizational changes such as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or the need for comprehensive sys…

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Was ist SAP-Systemstilllegung? 0:53

1+ y ago0:53

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Die SAP-Systemstilllegung bezeichnet den geplanten Ruhestand oder die Deaktivierung von SAP-Systemen, die von einer Organisation nicht mehr aktiv genutzt werden. Dieser Prozess umfasst das sorgfältige Archivieren relevanter Daten und die Gewährleistung der Einhaltung von Richtlinien zur Datenretention. Durch die Stilllegung veralteter oder überflüs…

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Wie definiert man ein Legacy System? 2:43

1+ y ago2:43

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Ein Legacy-System(Altsystem) ist in der Regel eine ältere oder veraltete Software- oder Hardwareanwendung, die in einer Organisation oder einem Unternehmen im Einsatz ist. Es wird oft als „legacy“ bezeichnet, weil es nicht mehr den aktuellen technologischen Standards entspricht oder nicht mehr aktiv weiterentwickelt wird.Die genaue Definition eines…

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16. Outdoor Air Ventilation in School Corridors With Lisa Ng 6:15

1+ y ago6:15

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The amount of time students spend in school corridors is small compared to time spent in classrooms. But Lisa Ng, Ph.D., Member ASHRAE, believes it’s important for school corridors to be ventilated beyond what’s currently required by ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022. She joins Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski to explain why.…

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15. IEQ in Residential Workspaces With Bill Healy 12:00

1+ y ago12:00

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During the pandemic, many businesses adopted a “work from home” model to ensure the safety of their staff. Now, that model may be here to stay and along with it an increased appreciation for IEQ in homes. Join Bill Healy, Ph.D., Member ASHRAE, and the Journal’s technical editor Rebecca Matyasovski as they discuss how ASHRAE can help identify opport…

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The MYTH of Wind - Aviation Podcast 13:24

1+ y ago13:24

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Apart from gusts, once the airplane leaves the ground it knows no wind. Agree? Let's discuss on this episode of TFP! Fly Your Best, JasonBy Jason Miller CFII ATP

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14. HVAC Fundamentals With Joel Primeau 3:47

1+ y ago3:47

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"I think offering an article on fundamentals will encourage younger members to read the Journal," says Joel Primeau, P.E., HBDP, Member ASHRAE. Join Primeau and Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski as they discuss a new series that aims to better engage younger Journal readers by covering HVAC fundamentals.…

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13. Marginal Carbon Factors With Bill Ryan 10:58

1+ y ago10:58

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Join Bill Ryan, Ph.D., P.E., Fellow ASHRAE, and Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski as they discuss Ryan’s upcoming article covering marginal carbon factors and how electric production is controlled and managed. The technical feature will appear in the January 2024 print issue of ASHRAE Journal.By ASHRAE Journal

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To CFI or not to CFI - Aviation Podcast 23:34

1+ y ago23:34

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In this episode, we join another Office Hours discussion on whether or not to become a CFI, how to make great lesson plans, and more! Please enjoy! JasonBy Jason Miller CFI ATP

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Talkin' with Dr. Mike Jones - Aviation Podcast 36:03

2y ago36:03

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In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Mike Jones about why some airports fail and some succeed. What makes an airport ... good? Please enjoy!By Jason Miller CFII ATP

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12. We Need More Field Data for Ground Source Heat Pump Design Model With Steve Kavanaugh 7:01

2y ago7:01

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“There are so many things that you do not know down in the ground. So, in order to be accurate, a computer program must have all the necessary input data, and much of that input data is not available when the formation... [and the heat transfer are] complex,” says Steve Kavanaugh, Ph.D., Fellow/Life Member ASHRAE. Join Kavanaugh and Technical Edito…

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Learn Your Lesson - Aviation Podcast 12:00

2y ago12:00

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In this podcast, we answer a few listener questions and drop in with this week's Office Hours to discuss the practical application of lesson plans. Fly Your Best! JasonBy Jason Miller ATP CFII

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Check Your List - Aviation Podcast 17:24

2y ago17:24

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In this podcast, we discuss how to use checklists, which to use, and how to make your own. Please enjoy!