FCS Podcast: Coach and Coachee with Olivier Masurel
In August 2023, I appeared on the FCS Podcast (Fly Cool S#!t) alongside my coach, Olivier Masurel. Olivier is the 2023 Spanish National Champion and has been instrumental in my progress as a competitive aerobatic pilot.
Episode Topics
This episode explored the unique dynamic between a coach and athlete in competitive aerobatics:
- The coach-coachee relationship - How working with a dedicated coach impacts training and competition performance
- The MXS aircraft - Discussion of my MXS and how it factors into competition preparation
- Preparing for US Nationals - Strategies and mindset for competing at the national level
- Props and engines - Technical discussion of powerplants for unlimited category aircraft
- Unlimited category competition - What it takes to compete at the highest level of aerobatic flying
About Olivier Masurel
Olivier is not only an accomplished competitor in his own right as the 2023 Spanish National Champion, but also a skilled coach who has helped me refine my flying and approach to competition.
Listen to the Episode
You can listen to the full episode at Episode 141: Jim Bourke & Olivier Masurel on the FCS Podcast website.
The FCS Podcast is hosted by Mark Pollard and Jeff Petrocelli, and is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.
