Save the date—November 7, 2025—for our Fall M-Class! Registration is officially open, so head to our website and secure your spot today.In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, recorded live at the 2025 PMOPA Convention, Joe sits down with Bruce Landsberg, former NTSB Vice Chairman and longtime aviation safety leader, to explore the lessons every pilot can learn from real-world flying, accidents, and case studies.
Bruce’s aviation journey began with a summer job that led him into flight instruction, and later to his influential work at the AOPA Air Safety Institute. He brings decades of experience in pilot training, accident investigation, and safety research.
In this conversation, Bruce and Joe dive into:
- The importance of understanding aircraft performance
- The difference between accidents and crashes
- Human factors, decision-making, and risk management in aviation
- How automation impacts pilot awareness and training
- Why communication and ongoing education matter for every pilot
- The critical value of learning from past aviation incidents
- How knowledge and experience can prevent future tragedies
What is The Malibu Guru?
The Malibu Guru Podcast is your go-to source for all things PA46. Whether you’re flying one, thinking about buying one, or just love aviation, this show is for you. We dive into everything from aircraft acquisition, training, and ownership tips to real-world flying experiences. What sets us apart? We talk directly with the people who know the PA46 best, the owners, pilots, and experts who make up the vibrant PA46 community. These are real conversations with real people, sharing insights, lessons learned, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else.