AI Knows Your Risk Profile: How Flight Data Could Affect Your Insurance

In this episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe and Eric dive into how artificial intelligence is using flight data to assess risk and shape aviation insurance. From automated risk scoring to data-driven policy decisions, insurers are analyzing real flight behavior—insights that could impact your premiums and coverage. Let us know what you think about this in the comments!Did you hear the news? Joe just released his very first book! You can grab your copy of Long Story Short: Stories From a Lifetime in the Cockpit on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4JGtIgq🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

In this episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe and Deanna dive into one of the most important tools in aviation - the checklist. While every pilot uses checklists, many still struggle to do so correctly. Joe and Deanna explain when and how to use them, how to integrate them with your natural cockpit flows, and why even small oversights can lead to serious problems.Did you hear the news? Joe just released his very first book! You can grab your copy of Long Story Short: Stories From a Lifetime in the Cockpit on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4JGtIgq🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

Flying above Flight Level 180 opens new opportunities and new challenges. In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe and Deanna discuss what pilots need to know before climbing into the flight levels, including RVSM, oxygen systems, and hypoxia awareness. Learn how to safely operate your PA-46, TBM, or King Air above FL180 and make the most of this smooth, less-congested airspace.Did you hear the news? Joe just released his very first book! You can grab your copy of Long Story Short: Stories From a Lifetime in the Cockpit on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4JGtIgq🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

Do you want to learn more about ROP and LOP in your PA-46? Joe Casey and Kenneth Hale break it all down — what works, what doesn’t, and how to get the most from your engine. From oil separators to static leaks, this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast is packed with practical advice every PA-46 pilot can use.Subscribe for more PA-46 insights, aviation stories, and expert tips from The Malibu Guru Podcast and the Casey Aviation team.🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Turner, a pilot who recently upgraded from the Piper M600 to the King Air 200. Patrick shares what it’s really like making the leap from a single-engine turboprop to a twin-engine workhorse — from training and technology to the real-world challenges of owning and operating a larger aircraft.We explore the decision-making process behind the upgrade, how family and business needs shaped his choice, and what lessons he’s learned about aircraft performance, safety, and pilot proficiency along the way. This conversation dives into the importance of training, the balance between automation and hands-on flying, and the rewarding experience of flying one of aviation’s most respected platforms — the King Air 200.If you’ve ever thought about stepping up from a PA-46 or wondered whether a King Air could fit your mission, this episode offers firsthand insight from someone who’s done it.🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

In this Q&A episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, we dive into some of the most talked-about topics in the PA-46 community. From the current aircraft market to pilot safety and insurance trends, this episode is packed with insights every PA-46 pilot should hear.We discuss:✅ Why the JetPROP market is tighter than ever✅ The rise in gear-up incidents and how to prevent them✅ Why landing with full flaps matters for safety✅ Key medical considerations for pilots flying under BasicMed✅ How insurance rates are shifting in today’s aviation world✅ Tips for choosing the right family aircraft based on payload and comfort✅ Smart descent strategies for turbine aircraft✅ What to know before operating from grass or unimproved runwaysIf you have a question you'd like answered on the podcast, send them to [email protected].🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

Welcome to a special episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast from the PMOPA 2025 Convention! This episode features three unique conversations that highlight service, community, and connection within the PA-46 world. Stan Finch shares the mission of Families to Freedom, Michael Rahn offers a first-time attendee’s perspective at the PMOPA Convention, and Rob Finfrock discusses the impact of the PMOPA Magazine.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. 🎧 Subscribe for more aviation podcasts, training tips, and pilot stories.🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

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 sat down with Alexander Pichler, Swiss pilot, aircraft broker,  and owner of API Aviation Consulting & Services.We dive into Alexander’s journey in aviation, the importance of health and fitness for pilots, and how EASA regulations are shaping flying in Europe. Alexander also shares valuable insights on the aircraft market, including the cost-effectiveness of the Jet Prop versus the Meridian, trends in aircraft brokerage, and the impact of currency exchange on buying decisions.🔑 Episode Highlights:Alexander Pichler’s aviation journey and career in aircraft brokerageWhy health and fitness matter for long-term pilot performanceUpdates on EASA regulations and transitions between aircraftJet Prop vs. Meridian: cost, popularity, and market trends in EuropeHow brokers collaborate and strengthen the aviation communityThe future of the JetPROP and Meridian market🎧 Subscribe for more aviation podcasts, training tips, and pilot stories.🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

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, we sit down with Jeff Rhodes from 5X5 Aviation Insurance to discuss how they’re disrupting the aviation insurance market with innovative, pilot-focused solutions. From direct-to-consumer models that deliver faster quotes to data-driven underwriting that improves risk assessment, 5x5 is reshaping how aircraft owners and pilots navigate insurance.✈️ Key topics we cover:• How 5x5 is transforming aviation insurance with technology• The role of brokers vs. direct-to-consumer models• Why training and safety initiatives matter for pilots (and how they can lower premiums)• The challenges of navigating state regulations in aviation insurance• How owner-operators can represent themselves effectively to underwriters• The future of aviation insurance transparency and accessibilityWhether you’re an aircraft owner or operator, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of aviation insurance and what it means for the general aviation community.Connect with 5X5: https://www.5x5insurance.com🎧 Subscribe for more aviation podcasts, training tips, and pilot stories.🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation

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 performanceThe difference between accidents and crashesHuman factors, decision-making, and risk management in aviationHow automation impacts pilot awareness and trainingWhy communication and ongoing education matter for every pilotThe critical value of learning from past aviation incidentsHow knowledge and experience can prevent future tragedies📖 This discussion is inspired by Bruce’s book Learning From Icarus.🎧 Subscribe for more aviation podcasts, training tips, and pilot stories.🌐 Visit Us Online- Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com- PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com📱 Stay ConnectedFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation