{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Malibu Guru","title":"From Wheelchair to CFI: Luis Abascal's Aviation Journey","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/df389da5\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4220,"description":"In this episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe sits down with Luis Abascal to talk about one of the most powerful stories we’ve heard—overcoming a life-threatening neurological condition to become a PA-46 pilot and instructor.We dive into:• His journey from a wheelchair to earning his CFI• Flying and operating a PA-46 in South Texas and Mexico•What it’s really like flying internationally in your own airplane•And why local knowledge can save you thousands (and a lot of headaches)We also tackle a hot topic: the rising cost of Lycoming engines and top overhauls—and what it means for piston vs. turbine ownership today—with our DOM, Kenneth Hale. If you’ve ever thought about flying internationally, becoming a pilot later in life, or owning a PA-46—this episode is packed with insight.🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com","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}