Safety & Training

Takeoff Callouts in a Piper M600 with Dick Rochfort

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the techniques and procedures for astandard takeoff in a G3000 equipped Piper PA46 M600. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 M350, M500 and M600 aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation and pilot training worldwide.

Smooth Cruise Climb in a Piper M600 with Dick Rochfort

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the techniques and procedures for cruise climb in a G3000 equipped Piper PA46 M600. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 M350, M500 and M600 aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation and pilot training worldwide.

Setting Cruise Power in a Piper M600 with Dick Rochfort

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the techniques and procedures for setting cruise Power in a G3000 equipped Piper PA46 M600.. and dont forget the VOR airborne crosscheck record! Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 M350, M500 and M600 aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation and pilot training worldwide. ​

Cruise Planning in a Piper M600 with Dick Rochfort

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the techniques and procedures for in-flight evaluation of fuel requirements and options for audio using the Garmin Touchscreen Controller (GTC) in a G3000 equipped Piper PA46 M600. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 M350, M500 and M600 aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation and pilot training worldwide.

Descent Planning in the Piper M600 with Dick Rochfort

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the techniques and procedures for in-flight descent planning in a G3000 equipped Piper PA46 M600. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 M350, M500 and M600 aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation and pilot training worldwide. ​

Setting Up the Approach in the Piper M600 with Dick Rochfort

An in-flight demonstration of the techniques and procedures while flying the RNAV approach in a G3000 equipped Piper PA46 M600. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 M350, M500 and M600 aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation and pilot training worldwide. ​

Night Approach to Mt Airy, NC in the Piper M600

An in-flight demonstration of the techniques and procedures while flying the RNAV approach in a G3000 equipped Piper PA46 M600. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 M350, M500 and M600 aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation and pilot training worldwide. ​

Stepping Up to The Piper M600 - Not So Hard To Do

The single-engine Piper M600 is more of what you want in luxury, performance and value. Operators call it the best value in its class because it was designed for owners who want extra range and speed without the inflated cost. The new clean-sheet wing is at the heart of the changes to the Piper M600 providing slick aerodynamics that help you go farther, faster without leaving anything or anyone behind. This video is sponsored by Dick Rochfort. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


Stepping Up to The Piper Meridian - Not So Hard To Do

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort while he demonstrates the PA46 Meridian Aircraft. Dick explains just how easy it is to transition to this beautiful aircraft. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


PA46 Mirage Introduction

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the Piper PA46 Malibu Mirage. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


Using the Omni Bearing Selector (OBS) feature of the Garmin G530 - Part 1

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort as he describes the use of the omni bearing selector feature of the Garmin G530 GPS. This essential training helps each pilot respond correctly and promptly while in flight. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging operation. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


Using the Omni Bearing Selector (OBS) feature of the Garmin G530 - Part 2

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort as he describes the use of the omni bearing selector feature of the Garmin G530 GPS. This essential training helps each pilot respond correctly and promptly while in flight. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging operation. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.



Setting up a Published Hold with a Garmin G530 GPS - A Chalk Talk

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort as he describes holding with a G530 GPS in a published hold. This essential training helps each pilot respond correctly and promptly while in flight. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging operation. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.




Setting up an Unpublished Hold with a Garmin G530 GPS - A Chalk Talk

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort as he describes holding with a G530 GPS in an unpublished hold. This essential training helps each pilot respond correctly and promptly while in flight. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging operation. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.



Unusual Attitude Recovery Training in the PA46 Meridian

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort while he coaches a pilot through the dreaded unusual attitude recovery procedure. This essential training helps each pilot respond correctly in the event of an upset. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


Human Physiology Demonstration in a PA46 Piper Meridian

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort while he demonstrates human physiology as it relates to cabin pressure in a PA46 Meridian Aircraft. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


FAASTeam Safety Stand Down 2010 Risk Management

FAASTeam Program Manager Fred Kaiser Offers Cogent Advice on Risk Management in General Aviation Operations. Introduction by FAASTeam Data Manager Eric Minnis. (02:17)
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