YouTube: Aviation 101 with Laura

**** Join my new channel membership on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFofTDnibDbYWYxEjQdFzZw/join **** Thanks for supporting this channel (with more than just YouTube ad revenue...) Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

**** Join my new channel membership on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFofTDnibDbYWYxEjQdFzZw/join **** Thanks for supporting this channel (with more than just YouTube ad revenue...) Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

This is part of a new series of videos I'm making where I will ask simulated aircraft dispatcher oral exam questions based on the most current practical test standards (PTS) from the FAA. Stay tuned for all the videos in this series so you can practice your oral skills before your practical test! Here, I go over example oral questions and provide sample answers so you can study and practice. If you want the version WITHOUT all my answers for practice, here's the link: https://youtu.be/-6CikQD0KDs The current PTS is found here: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/test_standards Aviation Weather Handbook free PDF from the FAA: https://www.faa.gov/regulationspolicies/handbooksmanuals/aviation/faa-h-8083-28b-aviation-weather-handbook Other videos mentioned: Explaining the aircraft dispatcher practical test standards video: https://youtu.be/9L0mWPiKj3M Weather theory basics video playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLsqYZi-3W_QeCiQ3vRnJD242P9Zm0K_v Take my online courses here: https://www.theaviationvault.com/challenges and really master METARs, TAFs, and other topics for your aircraft dispatcher practical exam! Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

This is part of a new series of videos I'm making where I will ask simulated aircraft dispatcher oral exam questions based on the most current practical test standards (PTS) from the FAA. Stay tuned for all the videos in this series so you can practice your oral skills before your practical test! Here, I go over example oral questions about weather theory and meteorology so you can study and practice. If you want the version including all my answers for practice, here's the link: https://youtu.be/s2e_WAklg9M The current PTS is found here: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/test_standards Aviation Weather Handbook free PDF from the FAA: https://www.faa.gov/regulationspolicies/handbooksmanuals/aviation/faa-h-8083-28b-aviation-weather-handbook Other videos mentioned: Explaining the aircraft dispatcher practical test standards video: https://youtu.be/9L0mWPiKj3M Weather theory basics video playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLsqYZi-3W_QeCiQ3vRnJD242P9Zm0K_v Take my online courses here: https://www.theaviationvault.com/challenges and really master METARs, TAFs, and other topics for your aircraft dispatcher practical exam! Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

This is part of a new series of videos I'm making where I will ask simulated aircraft dispatcher oral exam questions based on the most current practical test standards (PTS) from the FAA. Stay tuned for all the videos in this series so you can practice your oral skills before your practical test! Here, I go over example oral questions and provide sample answers so you can study and practice. If you want the version WITHOUT all my answers for practice, here's the link: https://youtu.be/Rbk8CfVqXbU The current PTS is found here: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/test_standards Other videos mentioned: Explaining the aircraft dispatcher practical test standards video: https://youtu.be/9L0mWPiKj3M Take my online courses here: https://www.theaviationvault.com/challenges and really master METARs, TAFs, and other topics for your aircraft dispatcher practical exam! Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

This is part of a new series of videos I'm making where I will ask simulated aircraft dispatcher oral exam questions based on the most current practical test standards (PTS) from the FAA. Stay tuned for all the videos in this series so you can practice your oral skills before your practical test! Here, I go over example oral questions and took out all the answers so you can practice on your own. If you want the version WITH all my answers, here's the link: https://youtu.be/E7iICSLM84Y The current PTS is found here: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/test_standards Other videos mentioned: Explaining the aircraft dispatcher practical test standards video: https://youtu.be/9L0mWPiKj3M Take my online courses here: https://www.theaviationvault.com/challenges and really master METARs, TAFs, and other topics for your aircraft dispatcher practical exam! Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

This is the first in a series of videos I'm making where I will ask simulated aircraft dispatcher oral exam questions based on the most current practical test standards (PTS) from the FAA. Stay tuned for all the videos in this series so you can practice your oral skills before your practical test! Here, I explain the current PTS and what it's about so you can be prepared for your exam. The current PTS is found here: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/test_standards Other videos mentioned: MEL Overview: https://youtu.be/FB2U5KX9tgE CDL Examples: https://youtu.be/RLRp03VCbX0 MEL Examples: https://youtu.be/e25Y6sD2Qro Example crew briefing from an oral exam prep session: https://youtu.be/pqh_ay4uQnw Take my online courses here: https://www.theaviationvault.com/challenges and really master METARs, TAFs, and other topics for your aircraft dispatcher practical exam! Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

What is a "child of the magenta" or "child of the magenta line?" Are you one yourself? All pilots flying today owe it to yourselves to watch this video - it's an old but GOOD one! https://youtu.be/5ESJH1NLMLs?si=dEB9yv0oeTbcr5eX It was a result of American Airlines flight 965 which crashed at Cali, Columbia: https://www.ntsb.gov/safety/safety-recs/recletters/A96_90_106.pdf Great podcast on the same topic: https://99percentinvisible.org/episode/children-of-the-magenta-automation-paradox-pt-1/ Use code LAURA at www.pilotchips.com to save 15% off your order! Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

**** Online courses to master your airline interview knowledge topics and dispatcher practical test! https://www.theaviationvault.com/challenges ***** I even have a free course on what aircraft dispatchers do and how to become one! In this video, I explain the pros and cons of college aircraft dispatcher training programs versus non-college aircraft dispatcher training programs. Both have benefits and drawbacks, so it is up to you to choose the best program for your needs! Dispatch Program Evaluation (free PDF): https://www.theaviationvault.com/services-7 More on being a dispatcher: Why Become an Aircraft Dispatcher: https://youtu.be/VVFPpyFbFe4 How to Become an Aircraft Dispatcher: https://youtu.be/_8knGWsY28k What is an Aircraft Dispatcher? https://youtu.be/iSeZKJqx5Jc How to Study for the FAA Knowledge Test: https://youtu.be/du11Mgj_E9g What are Ops Specs? https://youtu.be/-wGy0iDdVOY What is an MEL/CDL? https://youtu.be/FB2U5KX9tgE How to Pass your Aircraft Dispatcher Practical Exam: https://youtu.be/yIPsN6igUX0 Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

If you're a pilot, do you know 91.123 and why it's important? ATC expects you to follow clearances with a few exceptions. Find out more here! Follow @PropHatCat for tons more great ATC content! Use code LAURA at www.pilotchips.com to save 15% off your order! Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

This video explains CDLs for aircraft dispatchers and pilots and provides examples of the Configuration Deviation List from the Boeing 737 Classic aircraft series. Watch and learn about these specific documents. Please understand that this MEL example is not from any airline in particular and is not usable for any kind of operations. It is a generic one we use for the aircraft dispatcher training program where I teach. Other videos mentioned: MEL Overview: https://youtu.be/FB2U5KX9tgE Climb limiting weights: https://youtu.be/I4HyKKvptAo Driftdown explained: https://youtu.be/rZV9Aw1XJeA MEL Examples: https://youtu.be/e25Y6sD2Qro Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.

This video explains MELs for aircraft dispatchers and pilots and provides examples of the Minimum Equipment List and Configuration Deviation List from the Boeing 737 Classic aircraft series. Watch and learn about these specific documents. Please understand that this MEL example is not from any airline in particular and is not usable for any kind of operations. It is a generic one we use for the aircraft dispatcher training program where I teach. Other videos mentioned: MEL Overview: https://youtu.be/FB2U5KX9tgE Climb limiting weights: https://youtu.be/I4HyKKvptAo Driftdown explained: https://youtu.be/rZV9Aw1XJeA CDL Examples: https://youtu.be/RLRp03VCbX0 Check out my other videos covering weather, regulations, airline operations, video tours, instrument flying, and weight and balance calculations! Visit my website at www.theaviationvault.com to learn much more about aircraft dispatchers, airlines, and dispatch history! Always remember that Laura, when you get right down to it, is just a pilot and a dispatcher. She is explaining facts from the source materials but may be incorrect or out of date. You should always follow your primary guidance (Aircraft manuals, government regulations, etc.) before listening to anything from this YouTube channel. These videos are intended for educational purposes only.