The Malibu Guru

Which PA-46 Works Best for Tall Pilots?

Are you too tall for a PA-46? In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe sits down with David Forester, a 6'5" pilot and JetPROP owner, to talk about something tall

Going All In: Justin Sybesma’s Journey to the TBM 850

Justin Sybesma’s path into aviation has been anything but slow. Since beginning his flying journey in 2020, he has continued to push himself through new ratings, new expe

Your PA-46 Questions Answered + Meet Baylee Ross

In this Q&A episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe is joined by Baylee Ross, the newest member of the Casey Aviation Sales Team, to tackle some of the biggest questions

From Flashlights to Flight Gear: What We Carry

What do we actually carry with us every day, and why?  In this episode, Joe and Eric open up their pockets and flight bags to compare the gear they use both in and out o

No Brakes, Wrong Fuel, and a Sideways Nosewheel | Monty Chicola

In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe Casey sits down with longtime PA-46 owner Monty Chicola to hear the stories, close calls, and hard-earned lessons that com

Does the JetPROP Conversion Stress the Airframe?

More horsepower brings more performance, but what does it mean for the airframe? In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe Casey and Kenneth Hale take a closer loo

Upgrade or Sell As-Is? Preparing Your Aircraft for the Market

Thinking about upgrading your airplane before you sell it? You could spend thousands and still not get that money back. In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe s

Did JetProp Save Piper?

Did JetPROP change the future of Piper? In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe and Kenneth Hale dig into the history of the PA-46 and the rise of the JetPROP co

A Pilot, a Professor, and a Purpose-Driven Mission | John Moalli

In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe sits down with John Moalli from Friday Harbor in the San Juan Islands to talk about his aviation journey, his transition f

Mythbusting PA-46 Maintenance: What Owners Really Need to Know

A-46 maintenance can be confusing, expensive, and full of myths, but knowing what is truly required can save owners major money.  In this episode, Joe Casey talks with K

Summer 2026 Aircraft Market Update: PA-46, TBM, and King Air

Is the aircraft market slowing down in 2026, or are good airplanes still moving? In this Summer 2026 aircraft market update, Joe Casey sits down with Eric Earl to discus

The Smart Way to Buy Your Next Airplane

Buying an aircraft is a major decision, and the right airplane is not always the first one you find online. In this episode, Joe and Eric break down what it really takes

From Mooney Speed to JetPROP Capability | Brendan Keifer

In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe sits down with JetProp owner Brendan Kiefer to talk about his aviation journey, from growing up around airplanes and study

Zero Fuel Weight in the JetPROP: The Hidden Limit That Can Cost You!

In this episode, Deanna Casey and Kenneth Hale take over the Malibu Guru Podcast to talk about one of the most overlooked topics in JetPROP ownership: Zero Fuel Weight. F

PA-46 Q&A: Fuel Sumping, Power Limits, Props, and Buyer Advice

It’s another Q&A episode, and this one covers a little bit of everything in the PA-46 world. Joe Casey and Matt Courtney discuss the current PA-46 market, why turbine mo

Emotions After an Accident

In this episode of The Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe opens up about the mental and emotional side of aviation emergencies, including his catastrophic engine failure in a Mirag

Pitch Trim Runaway: Fighting for Control

A pitch trim runaway is one of the most dangerous situations a pilot can face, and it can happen fast. In this episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast, we break down how it ha

From Wheelchair to CFI: Luis Abascal's Aviation Journey

In this episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe sits down with Luis Abascal to talk about one of the most powerful stories we’ve heard—overcoming a life-threatening neuro

Q&A: The 100-Hour Rule & Beyond: Your Aviation Questions Answered!

Is there a "magic number" of hours you need to fly each year to stay safe in your aircraft? Today, Joe is joined by Eric Earl for our traditional Q&A session. Joe goes in

Let’s Talk About Max Gross Weight

In this episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe and Deanna tackle one of the most misunderstood and often overlooked topics in the PA-46 world: max gross weight and cente