{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Malibu Guru","title":"A Captain’s Transition: Scott Smith Talks 747s & JetPROPS","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/99d5bf8f\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1817,"description":"In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe is joined once again by Scott Smith, a UPS Captain and proud JetPROP owner. Together, they explore Scott's experiences flying the iconic 747-800, his journey transitioning to the JetPROP, and the impact of advancing technology on aviation—especially as it pertains to single-pilot operations. The discussion also delves into the complexities of hot section inspections and the emotional challenges of stepping away from a long and fulfilling aviation career.Got a question for Joe? Submit it for our next Q&A podcast episode! Email your questions to clint@flycasey.com, and you might hear them answered on the show!Visit our New Aircraft Maintenance Website: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com/Visit our NEW YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@caseyaviationFollow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviationIf you are interested in speaking to us about our Buyer's Agent Services, fill out a questionnaire for pistons or turbines HERE.Our current inventory of airplanes available can be found HERE.Give us a call at (903)284-9245 if you have any other questions or want to speak to us about any of the services we provide.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:05 Experiencing the 747-800 Takeoff03:27 Transitioning from 747-800 to Jet Prop Flying06:19 The Future of Single Pilot Operations11:02 Understanding Hot Section Inspections23:48 Preparing for the Sunset Flight","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/7-wWK8LVYSLVkEITrqgHU88LBlYBERIasStJ0labjVA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNjhm/OWFjYTdkZGQ2OGM0/YmE2MDczNDJiYWU0/YWRmMC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}