EP139 - MOSAIC for All Pilots: Ted Read 700 Pages So You Don't Have To

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Midlife Pilot Podcast

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Welcome to the Midlife Pilot Podcast, where we share the experiences and the challenges of flying in midlife. Whether you're a seasoned pilot, training for private or instrument ratings, or just thinking about getting started in aviation, we like to think of the podcast as your aviation companion, and your weekly dose of aviation inspiration. Hosted by the dynamic trio of Ben, Brian, and Ted - the show is not instruction - it's all about sharing real stories, personal insights, and the pure joy of spreading your wings in midlife.

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EP139 - MOSAIC for All Pilots: Ted Read 700 Pages So You Don't Have To

Midlife Pilot Podcast

1 hour 21 minutes 40 seconds

3 weeks ago

EP139 - MOSAIC for All Pilots: Ted Read 700 Pages So You Don't Have To

The aviation world just got flipped upside down! At EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025, the FAA dropped the MOSAIC bomb—the biggest shake-up to general aviation since 2004. Sport pilots can now fly aircraft with stall speeds up to 59 knots, and now have access to four-seat aircraft. But this isn't just about sport pilots—MOSAIC fundamentally reshapes the landscape for ALL pilots.

Our friend Ted, who sits on the ASTM committee and apparently has nothing better to do than read 700-page regulatory documents while camping in 100-degree heat, spent a week at Oshkosh decoding this mess so the rest of us could keep flying instead of drowning in federal paperwork. Fresh from his "undisclosed location in the canned pumpkin capital," Ted breaks down everything you need to know about the most significant expansion of pilot privileges in decades.

What You'll Learn:

Why sport pilots can now fly Ben's Cessna 182 "Beast" (and thousands of other aircraft)
How the 1,320-pound weight limit disappeared and what replaced it
The maintenance revolution that lets experimental aircraft owners perform their own inspections with just 16 hours of training

What this means for flight training costs and aircraft availability
How manufacturers like Van's and Sling are ready to start building completed aircraft instead of just kits
The hilarious story of how the official FAA announcement got the details completely wrong

Disclaimer: We're pilots and podcasters, not FAA officials or aviation lawyers. Always consult official sources and qualified professionals for regulatory guidance.

Show Notes & Links:

Airports & Aircraft Mentioned:

Blue Ridge Airport (MTV):https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Ridge_Airport

Beechcraft Duchess BE76:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beechcraft_Duchess

DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK):https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DeKalb%E2%80%93Peachtree_Airport

Piper Comanche:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piper_PA-24_Comanche

Official MOSAIC Resources:

MOSAIC Final Rule (FAA):https://www.regulations.gov/document/FAA-2023-1377-1381

FAA Official Announcement:https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/us-transportation-secretary-sean-p-duffy-announces-improvements-recreational-aviation

EAA MOSAIC Information:https://www.eaa.org/eaa/advocacy/top-issues/mosaic-aircraft-certificate

EAA "MOSAIC Is Done!" Article:https://www.eaa.org/eaa/news-and-publications/eaa-news-and-aviation-news/2025-07-22-mosaic-is-done

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