About this episode

This episode discusses important training and regulatory updates for flight training heading into 2026.

This episode breaks down the most important training, regulatory, and instructional updates heading into 2026 — and what they mean for CFIs, flight schools, and students. We discuss upcoming Sport Pilot and Sport Pilot Instructor PTS changes aligned with MOSAIC, what to expect from the Part 141 Modernization meetings , and why real change takes time even when the FAA is fast-tracking reform. You'll also hear a deep dive into errors found in the Airplane Flying Handbook , including why common ground reference maneuver diagrams can mislead students, and how to better explain wind correction, crabbing, and sight picture in real-world instruction. We close with practical CFI ProTips covering passenger currency, recency of experience tracking, and how to adopt new technology in stages without overwhelming yourself or your students. This is flight training discussed honestly, practically, and from an instructor's perspective — focused on understanding, not just passing checkrides. In this episode: Sport Pilot & Sport Pilot Instructor PTS changes tied to MOSAIC What the Part 141 rewrite process really looks like Why FAA handbook illustrations can confuse students How to properly explain…

People in this episode

Host: Mike Shiflett

Topics covered

• training updates
• regulatory changes
• instructional updates
• CFI tips
• aviation technology
• Sport Pilot changes

Keywords

• CFI
• flight schools
• Sport Pilot
• MOSAIC
• Part 141
• ground reference maneuvers
• wind correction
• aviation technology

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FAA, MOSAIC

Books & works: Airplane Flying Handbook

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