Why We Fly, Pilot Mindset & UK General Aviation | Flying Dark Lord | Pilots Squawking EP3

Welcome to Episode 3 of Pilots Squawking — a podcast about flying, the people who do it, and what it’s really like behind the headset.In this episode, I’m joined by Geoff Cockrell, better known online as Flying Dark Lord, to talk about:* learning to fly later in life* NPPL vs PPL flying* microlights and modern aircraft* aircraft ownership and the EuroFox* changing aircraft types and pilot confidence* flying in Europe* aviation YouTube and social media* risk, judgement and decision making in aviation* what really makes a good pilotWe also discuss:* the WT9 Dynamic* why pilots need humility* aviation checklists and complacency* how flying changes your mindset* motorcycles, focus and risk* balancing work, life and aviation* why so many pilots become obsessed with flying* the UK GA community* and why flying can feel surprisingly therapeuticIf you’ve ever thought about learning to fly — or wondered why pilots are so passionate about aviation — this is a thoughtful and honest conversation.❤️ SUPPORT GeoffYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FlyingDarkLordInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/flyingdarklord/