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About Randy Broderick

Pilot and aircraft owner. Truck driver for FedEx Freight

Protect Yourself, Get a Dashcam!

Posted on January 16, 2022 by Randy Broderick

Driving on the road is hazardous. There are a lot of people out there who are aggressive, bad drivers, distracted drivers, uninsured, Don’t let someone cause an accident and then try to blame you for it. A dashcam will always … Continue reading →

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Randy Broderick on YouTube!

Posted on July 5, 2021 by Randy Broderick

Way back in 2007 I started a YouTube channel. It had no theme or mission, it was just a way for me to express myself with random videos. Over the years I have started to see a theme develop around … Continue reading →

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Using GoPro Cameras In, On, and Around an Airplane.

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Randy Broderick

If you’re not already aware, I am an aviation enthusiast. I am a private pilot and plane owner. I do my best to try and make the thrill of flying available to as many people as I possibly can. I … Continue reading →

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Learning to Fly

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Randy Broderick

I did not grow up with a lifelong desire to learn to fly, it was always one of those things that I considered unattainable. I was just a kid, only rich grown-ups much smarter than I, were meant to be … Continue reading →

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Formation Flying

Posted on July 24, 2020 by Randy Broderick

Chel and I were walking our dog Woody around the walking track at the reservoir the other night when I happened to think about taking an evening flight. I thought of my friend George, and how the last two times … Continue reading →

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N4257J Is Back at Home!

Posted on March 10, 2019 by Randy Broderick

My baby is back at home! After a 2-month annual inspection and maintenance event, she is back in her hangar where she belongs. General aviation (GA) aircraft are required to undergo an annual inspection no later than the last day … Continue reading →

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The Truck Driving Championships

Posted on February 24, 2019 by Randy Broderick

What is that you say? There is a truck driving competition? That’s right, there is. Established in 1937 by American Trucking Associations, it was originally named the National Truck Roadeo. As stated in the ATA publication Facts for Drivers “The … Continue reading →

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Resort Review-Riu Bambu, Punta Cana

Posted on February 17, 2019 by Randy Broderick

About a month ago Chel and I, along with another couple, traveled to Punta Cana for some sun and fun. Our destination this year was the Riu Bambu. It is part of the Riu resort complex on Bavaro Beach. We … Continue reading →

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What Happens During an Annual Inspection on a General Aviation Aircraft

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Randy Broderick

Have you ever wondered about how well general aviation aircraft are maintained? General aviation aircraft are privately owned planes that are not used for commercial flight, such as my 1967 Piper Cherokee, or Cessna’s. general aviation aircraft are maintained? General … Continue reading →

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It’s Been a While…

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Randy Broderick

So, I’ve had this blog for quite a few years now and I know it is grossly underutilized. With so many other options out there for a social media presence, I usually opt for the short blurbs on Facebook, Snapchat, … Continue reading →

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