Gene Benson

Retired Professional Pilot
Human factors and error reduction specialist

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

The November 2026 issue of "Vectors for Safety" sponsored by @Avemco is available! Check it out! https://t.co/HVgfBvUbbS #flying, #pilots, #Aviation

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

See our example of why a short test flight is important after any airplane maintenance. Watch our 5 1/2 minute "Essential Vectors" video sponsored by @Avemco https://t.co/KXqzG5ejWo #pilots, #flying, #airplanes

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Many landing mishaps follow a bounced landing. This video shows, in less than one minute, the primary causes of a bounced landing and effective ways to avoid this embarrassing and potentially dangerous event. The video is narrated by Gene Benson and sponsored by @Avemco. #flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

Pilots: Improve your visual scanning! This 55-second video provides a refresher on the proper visual scan technique and more. This Episode 41 of our “Old Pilot Tips” series is sponsored by @Avemco and narrated by Gene Benson. #pilots, @flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

In case you missed it! The March edition of "Vectors for Safety" sponsored by @Avemco is available! In case you missed it! The March edition of "Vectors for Safety" sponsored by Avemco Insurance Company is available. https://t.co/Q2pgEpJ3ry #flying, #pilots

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Watch this 48-sec. video to see how, during sleep, the brain is cleaned of toxins and see some ways to help with quality sleep. Sponsored by @Avemco. #pilots, #flying, #aviationsafety

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

I was honored to be the guest on the premier episode of the new "Reider Report" sponsored by Avemco Insurance Company. Listen to my story of a structural icing encounter in a Piper Seneca. #pilots, #flying, #aviationsafety
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Check out our new feature, "Squawking Human" on the https://t.co/NJb6DLQwB1 website. Sponsored by @Avemco. #pilots, #flying, #aviation

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

Latest edition of "Old Pilot Tips" is available! OPT-38 Addresses a failing attitude indicator. Created and narrated by Gene Benson and sponsored by @Avemco #pilots, #flying, #instruments

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

In case your missed it-the December 2025 issue of "Vectors for Safety" sponsored by @Avemco is available! https://t.co/QHd69hhnp8 #pilots, #flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

Malfunctions in GA airplanes can pose a significant distraction risk. "Now is Not the Time" is a 45-second video reminding us that non-critical problems can be delayed until it is safe to troubleshoot. Sponsored by @Avemco narrated by Gene Benson. #pilots

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New edition of “Essential Vectors” series presents some basic information on different kinds, use, and effects of flaps. The five-minute video is sponsored by @Avemco and was created and narrated by Gene Benson. #pilots, #flying, #flaps

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

The triggering event for many inflight LOC crashes is uncoordinated flight. This brief video gives a reminder on the importance of coordinated flight and provides an example of a simple practice maneuver. The video is sponsored by @Avemco and is narrated by Gene Benson. #flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

Check out the latest edition of our Essential Vectors Series regarding slips! we cover the essential information in about 2 1/2 minutes. Sponsored by @Avemco and is narrated by Gene Benson.

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

Latest edition of “Old Pilot Tips!” Episode 35 Never take a problem airborne and the rejected takeoff. Sponsored by @Avemco and narrated by Gene Benson. #pilots, #flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

Planning a long weekend trip in a GA airplane? Check the early publication of September "Vectors for Safety" for risk assessment and mitigation. Sponsored by @Avemco Check it out: https://t.co/xgqJL1tiSA #pilots #flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

Old Pilot Tips #34: "Passenger Briefings" is available. This 43 second video gives a quick overview on this important and required procedure. Sponsored by @Avemco and narrated by Gene Benson. #flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

In case you missed it! The August 2025 issue of Vectors for Safety sponsored by @Avemco is available! https://t.co/NDUmTsSafG #pilots #flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

Episode #33 of Old Pilot tips explains dehydration dangers for pilots. In 41 seconds, see dangers of dehydration, strategies to help avoid dehydration, and a tip on planning for “Bladder Range.” This video is sponsored by @Avemco and is narrated by Gene Benson. #pilots, #flying

[Gene Benson @gene_benson]

In case you missed it! June issue of Vectors for Safety sponsored by @Avemco is available. Turf runway operations addressed! https://t.co/D6ZRYPNQZf #pilots, #flying, #turf, #aviationsafety