Captains Speaking - An Aviation Podcast

Belief vs. Reality: Myth-Busting the Skies (Audio-Only Version)

Captains Speaking - An Aviation Podcast

Show Notes

In this episode, Peter and Ben tackle some of the most common myths and misconceptions pilots hear — from whether autopilot really “flies the plane” to the truth behind chemtrails and flat earth theories. Along the way, they talk about critical thinking, perspective, and why facts still matter. -----------------------------------------------------

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