# E181 - Beyond the Check Ride - Building Real World Pilot Judgment

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Published: 2025-11-10T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Behind the Prop, Wally Mulhern and Bobby Doss tackle one of aviation’s biggest challenges — decision-making for new private pilots. They explore how real pilot judgment begins after certification, when flying solo without an instructor’s safety net. The discussion covers tools like PAVE, real-world stories of in-flight decisions, and how overreliance on technology can lead to costly mistakes. Wally and Bobby emphasize developing personal minimums, maintaining proficiency, and learning from real incidents to strengthen pilot judgment. This episode is a must-listen for pilots looking to bridge the gap between certification and true command confidence.

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