In this episode of the Dock Talks Podcast, Shane and Cambrie start with a new Q&A segment, answering all your questions! They take on the growing tension between flying for content and flying safely, unpacking how social media can subtly influence decision-making in the cockpit. They dive into accident investigations and the idea of “pilot error,” questioning whether it’s sometimes used as an easy answer. Along the way, they share the story of their last-minute Beech 18 photoshoot in the fog—what went into the decision, what almost stopped it.

In this episode of the Dock Talks Podcast, hosts Cambrie Foster and Shane Rogers welcome special guest Merritt Meacham, a flight instructor with a unique background in aviation. The conversation covers Merritt's journey to becoming a pilot and the challenges faced in flight training. They discuss the future of aviation, share scary moments in flying, and explore the dynamics of dating as a pilot. The episode concludes with advice for new pilots and the importance of building personal relationships in the aviation community.

In this episode of the Dock Talks Podcast, Shane and Cambrie sit down with Justin Durazo to talk about what it’s really like to start flight training later in life. Justin shares the highs, the frustrations, and the reality of balancing work, family, and chasing an aviation dream. From time constraints to self-doubt to those moments that make it all worth it, this episode is an honest look at pursuing a pilot’s license when life is already full.

If you’ve ever thought, “Am I too late to start flying?”—this one’s for you.