
About this episode
In this episode of the VSL Aviation Podcast, host Seth Lake dives into Cross Country Flight Planning, a critical task in the Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS). Seth breaks down the 2024 ACS updates, including the use of electronic flight bags (EFBs) like ForeFlight, and how to navigate the challenges of VFR flight planning. He also shares insights on risk management, altitude selection, fuel planning, and how examiners evaluate your skills during a check ride. Whether you're preparing for your check ride or looking to sharpen your flight planning skills, this episode has you covered.
Get every episode summarized
Each time The VSL Aviation Podcast publishes, we email you a written briefing from the transcript — the topics, who appeared, and any specific claims, with the ad reads skipped.
Email me new episodesFree for 3 shows. No card needed.
Hosts & guests
No transcript yet
This episode has not been transcribed. Request it and it moves to the front of the queue.
More episodes
More from The VSL Aviation Podcast
CFI ACS Task B Explained: The Learning Process | FOI Series Ep. 2
The VSL Aviation Podcast
Breaking: 2025 Airman Statistics Reveal a Pilot Pipeline Nobody Expected
The VSL Aviation Podcast
CFI ACS Task A Explained: Human Behavior & Communication Made Simple
The VSL Aviation Podcast
Illegal Charter, Operational Control, and Protecting Your Certificate – with Att...
The VSL Aviation Podcast