It was after midnight and the lights of New York City could be seen from miles away as we flew over Republic Field on Long Island New York on our way to White Plains. I could make out the airport many miles away and the winds were calm. I caught myself saying “What could go wrong on this perfect night”. I wish I didn’t say that.

In the flare to touchdown, I noticed things getting dark out of the corner of my eye. That is when I realized the time set for the lights had finished and I clicked the mic 7 times making the airport “come alive” again.

This made me think about how infrequently many of us fly to non-towered fields and how we should review the procedures to know what to say and how to turn the lights on.

Preflight Checklist:

Sponsor:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/

As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free/

Whether financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more https://stratus.finance

Cruise Flight:

What to say and when to say it.
What not to say?
Any traffic in the area please advise.
Right of way.
Lights. Do your homework.
Don’t forget to close your flight plan or cancel IFR!

After Landing Checklist:

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – C 90-66C – Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC_90-66C.pdf

Bill – How to Eat an Airplane (Bad Idea Book Club) https://amzn.to/4g49c1p

Leslie – Visit my favorite non-towered airport: Hana, Hawaii (PHHN)
https://www.airnav.com/airport/PHHN
Awesome experiences for pilots on vacation: Take a flight lesson to Hana Airport from Kahului (Fly Maui, Maui Flight Academy), Hang Gliding Maui (powered hang gliding and gyrocopter lessons), Maui Skydiving, Helicopter lesson with Go Fly Maui or a scenic helicopter tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters.

James – Electroair Electronic Ignition http://www.electroair.net

Links:

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

September 23-29, 2024
https://tta.aero/ttfi/

November 2 & 3, 2024
https://www.floridaairshow.com

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Are you looking for a thrilling aviation adventure without leaving your living room? An amazing aviation wordsmith and pilot Nathan Van Coops is joining us today. He was last on episode 244 and his passion for aviation shines both in his writing and his life as a pilot and mechanic.

Preflight Checklist:

Sponsor:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! you can find more at https://stratus.finance/

As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free/

Whether financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more https://stratus.finance

Cruise Flight:

Nathan Van Coops is an author, pilot, mechanic, aviation business owner, and many other things, and it is a pleasure to talk to him today.

Welcome.
How Russ found Nate.
His passion for aviation and writing.
Book Summary – Tropic Descent (Tropic Angel series).
Other book series.
Other new books since our last interview or in the works.
What else has he been up to since our last interview?

Links:

https://stuckmicavcast.com/writing/smac244-two-passions-flying-in-formation-aviation-and-writing/

https://www.nathanvancoops.com/

Tropic Angel Book Link:
https://books2read.com/TropicAngel

Tropic Descent:
https://books2read.com/TropicDescent

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

https://www.floridaairshow.com

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Wondering what to do with your pilot certificate? Look no further, Today we have the host of TJ Flying Adventures who inspires us to get out and explore. TJ’s videos are inspirational and informative. I think we should all follow his lead and make our own aviation bucket list.

Preflight:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

How Aviation has changed and inspired TJ’s Life.
How has aviation impacted his life?
What is his current aircraft and mission?
What’s next for you?:

Links:

https://tjflyingadventures.com/

Meet The Stuck Mic AvCast Team at
Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun 2024 Booth A-41
April 9-14 2024:
https://flysnf.org

https://www.floridaairshow.com/

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certification. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we have a special interview and guest who happens to be our co-host, Victoria Neuville. Victoria recently passed her CFI checkride and is joining us to discuss the challenges and rewards of becoming a flight instructor.

First a quick word from our sponsor.

 AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation. 

Deland sport showcase. 

Region IX.

Why the CFI?

The journey to the Flight Instructor Certificate.

Some of the greatest challenges.

Keeping your day job while trying to become a CFI.

Requirements to be a CFI.

The spin endorsement.

Why you should consider becoming a CFI.

Considerations before you put yourself out as an independent or part-time CFI.

You have your CFI now what?

No picks of the week for an interview show.

https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/aviation_instructors_handbook/

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SMAC224 Bird Strikes: Hazards and Avoidance. Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly.

First a quick word from our sponsor.

AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation. 

https://www.sportaviationshowcase.com

• Carl’s nephew lands on a turtle.
• Recognizing a wildlife strike.
• Avoiding bird strikes.
• Trivia: When was the first bird strike reported?
• Avoiding other wildlife.
• What to do if you have a wildlife strike.
• Resources.
• Bird Strike Committee USA
• https://wildlife.faa.gov/home
• https://www.faa.gov/airports/airport_safety/wildlife/

Carl – West with the Night: A Memoir by Beryl Markham

Haunted Airfields

Tom – https://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shuttle_Landing_Facility

Rick – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aviation-altimeter-for-watch/id1434085253

Aviation Altimeter for Apple Watch

https://www.airspacemag.com/multimedia/haunted-airfields-90806234/?page=1

Photo credit: sribassantra

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Multi-Engine Safety and Listener Mail. Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly.

First a quick word from our sponsor.

AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation. 

Listener mail:

Listener mail (Russ) – do ICAO equipment codes matter for VFR flight following/radar services?

I’m an active-duty soldier working in Army Aviation and transitioning to civilian life. For as long as I can remember I’ve had a strong interest in flying. I’ve always been drawn to aviation in general. Until recently I had continued to put off my pursuit of aviation for financial reasons or whatever other excuses I had at the time. I enlisted as a rotorcraft mechanic hoping to get at least some form of a fix. It’s been great. I wanted more but still had too many excuses.

I was deployed for a while and didn’t have much to do in my off-time other than listen to podcasts or watch movies. So I thought I’d take a look and find all the aviation-related podcasts and at least learn a few things. Needless to say, in my time there I managed to listen to and catch up on nearly every episode of about 35 podcasts. It’s amazing how quickly you can get through content when you listen at double speed while working 12-hour shifts. I have more notes written in my notebooks than I know what to do with.

When I returned stateside I got my first class medical and enrolled in a flight training program. I’m also beginning my airframe and power-plant certificate next week as part of my exit program from active duty. I couldn’t be happier. 12 years since my first flight and I’m finally pursuing my goals. 29 feels like a late start, but so long as I can fly you’ll never see me without a smile on my face again.

The scholarship guide, the countless episodes of pointers, the stories from other pilots, advice on ways to accomplish flight training, the different ways to build time, recommended products or strategies, and the encouraging words from all the podcasters out there have been an invaluable resource. I’m still not entirely sure which route I want to take with my career. I have made it my goal to get through all my ratings, and give back to the community at the very least. If I can just influence one person the way all of you influenced me; whatever I do in aviation will be worth it.

Thank you all so much for everything you put into the community. You’ve really lit a fire under me. Keep putting out all that amazing content!

Russ’s oil leak and turbo failure in a piston twin. 

Are twins safer than single-engine aircraft?

How to become a proficient multi-engine pilot.

The risks we may not be aware of when considering flying a twin.

Carl – Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook: Powerplant: FAA-H-8083-32A

Russ – Max Trescott’s Aviation News Talk Podcast: https://aviationnewstalk.com/

Victoria – LewDix Aviation YouTube, specifically the Instructing the Instructor episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPiPmwDammRsj7ZIzKyc74A

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From the Back Seat of a Fighter to The Front Seat Of A Warbird with Roy Brewer. Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. If you have questions, comments, inspirational stories, or announcements please write us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com. 

Today I have with me a friend and military aviator who wants to discuss jobs you may not realize are available in the military, Roy Brewer. Roy is retired military, active recreational aviator. His career is varied and he is a pilot who is truly had an interesting aviation career.

At AviationCareersPodcast.com, you can find the Scholarships Guide, Career Coaching, and various courses online.  Don’t forget to use the coupon code “payitforward”, all one word. Through the generosity of others you may receive the scholarships guide for free. 

If you want to make a difference in someone’s life by giving away a free scholarships guide please visit the Pay It Forward tab and listen to the short video on how you can help someone achieve their goals. For as little as 10 dollars you can make a huge impact in someone’s life by purchasing a year access to the scholarships guide online.

Want to purchase a Pay It Forward and give the gift of the scholarships guide to a specific person?  That is easy simply purchase the Pay It Forward Coupon and forward the receipt to us at feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com. We will send you a coupon the person can use online to receive the scholarships guide for free.

How you can help students succeed at Polk State College by supporting the flight team. http://www.polkstateflightteam.com/donate/

• Military career
• 10 years as enlisted and 10 years officer. 
• Enlisted jobs:
  • 1. Avionics Technician
  • 2. Avionics Master Technician
  • 3. Avionics Master Instructor
• Officer jobs:
  • 1. Weapons Director
  • 2. Senior Director – missile firing
  • 3. Director of Operations
  • 4. Soviet Aggressor
  • 5. Special Ops – Director of Operations/Squadron Commander
• Aircraft owner X 2 – negotiations with my wife
  • Costs of ownership 
  • Is this a good way to build hours for a career?

How To Be A Guest On Aviation Careers Podcast

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Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Recently, Carl made and emergency landing after the cockpit began filling with smoke. Many lessons were learned from this event. Besides relating a tense inflight emergency we discuss how you can better prepare for a smoke or inflight fire.

First a quick word from our sponsor.

 AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation. 

Girls In Aviation Day – Sat Oct 5th

https://www.wai.org/giad 

International Seaplane Fly-in In Maine Sept 5-8 Moosehead lake.

ICAO Flight plan format now required as of 8/27/2019

Reminder – National Clearance Delivery Number no longer available as of 6/20/2019

Why yes that is smoke.

Confusion.

Troubleshooting.

Types of smoke and fumes.

Why oxygen is not the best answer since it can feed the fire.

How you can better prepare for smoke in the cockpit.

Practicing smoke and fire emergencies.

When is it smoke or fire?

Fumes.

NASA ASRS

Carl – https://www.sportys.com/pilotshop/demo-ievac-smoke-hood.html

Tom – https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/

Russ – The Happy Bottom Riding Club: The Life and Times of Pancho Barnes https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/940621.The_Happy_Bottom_Riding_Club

Michael – https://www.flysnf.org/help_bahamas/

iEvac

http://elmridgeprotection.com/wp-content/uploads/brochures/iEvac_Brochure.pdf

ICAO Flight Plan required: https://faasafety.gov/SPANS/noticeView.aspx?nid=9616

ICAO Flight Plan guide: https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ato/service_units/systemops/fs/res_links/media/icao_flight_plan_filing.pdf

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Around The World In A GyroCopter. Welcome to the show about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we have a special gyrocopter episode and an interview with two people who love to fly gyrocopters so much one will be flying one around the world. Victoria sat down with Frank Noe and James Ketchell.

AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation. 

The August scholarships are available! This month there are 25 new scholarships and 25 updates.

Girls In Aviation Day – Sat Oct 5th

WAI.org 

International Seaplane Fly-in In Maine Sept 5-8 Moosehead lake.

Victoria’s experience in Gyrocopters

How to get a rating to fly a gyrocopter.

Carl gets a new hangar

Hangar etiquette

Avoiding Hangar Rash

What are the 3 most important things I need to get for my Hangar?

Getting ready for the storm

Preview to smoke in the cockpit episode

Carl – https://www.bydanjohnson.com/great-news-for-gyroplanes-such-as-magni-gyro-a-video-pilot-report-at-midwest-lsa-expo/

Victoria – http://jamesketchell.net/product/the-ultimate-triathlon-book/ James’ first book about climbing Everest, rowing across the Atlantic, and cycling the world. 

Tom- Kermit and Miss Piggy WP-3D Orion https://www.omao.noaa.gov/learn/aircraft-operations/aircraft/lockheed-wp-3d-orion

http://jamesketchell.net

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Soaring to Glory: A Tuskegee Airman’s Firsthand Account of World War II. Welcome to the podcast about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today I have a special guest Lt. Col. Harry Stewart. A passionate aviator with a unique story to tell. Fortunately Lt. Col. Stewart has launched a new book telling his story. He is one of only a few living WWII Tuskegee pilots and his book, Soaring to Glory: A Tuskegee Airman’s Firsthand Account of World War II, tells the story of how he and his fellow airmen risked their lives to shoot down Nazis all over Europe while fighting racial prejudice both at home and in the air in.

This is the remarkable first-hand account of one of those 14 men, Lt. Colonel Harry T. Stewart, Jr, who flew 43 combat missions in Italy—including one legendary mission in which he shot down three German planes in one day. Stewart and his fellow pilots faced segregation, prejudice, and disrespect—and still, day after day, they took to the skies to battle America’s enemies.

AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview
Preparation.

Soaring to Glory: A Tuskegee Airman’s Firsthand Account of World War II

Harry Stewart’s Early love affair with aviation.
Why his journey to the cockpit was unique.
The golden age of flight in New York.
332nd fighter group.
Why the name Tuskegee Airman?
Flying the Boeing PT-17 Stearman, P40 Warhawk, P47 Thunderbolt.
Flying the P51 Mustang in Italy.
Combat in WWII including 3 victories in one Day.
Distinguished flying cross.
Understanding segregation in the military and in the United States.
Rejection as an Airline Pilot because of his color.
How his journey has inspired others to spread their wings.
Glider pilot at 81.
Where are we now and what can we do to further promote African Americans in aviation.

No Pick of the week since this is an interview.

Soaring to Glory: A Tuskegee Airman’s Firsthand Account of World War II
https://www.redtail.org
https://www.redtail.org/profiles-tuskegee-airmen-harry-stewart/

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Welcome to the podcast about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we have discuss our impressions of AirVenture 2019 both from those that attended the event locally and who followed over the internet.

Sponsor : AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

FAA’s B4Ufly app for recreational drone pilots.

Thanks Russ Bonchu

AirVenture Memories from near and far.

How technology has enabled us to get “visit” airshows we don’t attend.

Interview with Skycred

Planning for next year starts now!

Cool new products or services we “saw” at AirVenture.

https://www.eaa.org/airventure/eaa-airventure-news-and-multimedia
EAARadio.net

Carl –http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/
Rick – https://litmobile.us/products/wireless-lit-solar-powerbank
Bill – http://www.bbcamerica.com/shows/space-week/season-1/episode-100-moon-landing-live
Larry – EAA Proficiency365 – https://eaa.org/eaa/pilots/EAA-pilot-proficiency
Russ – Danger Close: My Epic Journey as a Combat Helicopter Pilot in Iraq and Afghanistan by Amber Smith https://officialambersmith.com/danger-close/

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Vintage Aviation Magazine with Martt Clupper. Welcome to the podcast about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today I have with me a special guest to discuss what many of us love and that is Antique Aircraft. Before we begin a quick word from our sponsor.

First a quick word from our sponsor.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

We have a new video and link on the right side of the webiste. For only 10 dollars you can help someone move forward in their career or obtain additional training. Remember scholarships are available for everyone. Even the pilot who flies for recreation. So check out the video an link on the right side of the website or simply visit stuckmicavcast.com/payitforward.

Now on to the cruise flight. Today I have with me podcaster, publisher, and lover or antique aircraft Martt Clupper.

• How Martt obtain his passion in aviation.
• Aircraft restoration.
• Why he loves Vintage aircraft.
• http://eaavintage.org
• Vintage Aviation Magazine
• Why the mazagine is different?
• Is my plane vintage?
• Why we think Martt is not crazy for staring an pring magazine.
• How we can help

Picks Of The Week:

No pick of the week since this is an interview.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

https://www.facebook.com/vintageavmag/

Vintage Aviation Magazine Kickstarter

http://airpigz.com/blog/2009/1/23/dc-3s-to-747s-who-could-ask-for-more-robert-clupper-my-dad-3.html

Photo Credit: Martt Clupper

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Greg McHale is a wilderness adventurer who uses his skills as an aviator to reach remote and untapped parts of the world. In his show Greg McHale’s Wild Yukon, he takes us to hidden corners of Canada’s untamed Yukon to pursue adventure, big game, and challenge. Today Greg and I discuss how he uses various modes of aviation transportation to make is adventure come alive.

While flying in the Bush Greg crashed his Super Cub and in a YouTube video discusses lessons learned from this life threatening incident. We will talk about this later but first a few words from our sponsor.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

July 13th 10am to 2pm we will be broadcasting live from Sun N Fun Radio. Listen at LiveAtc.net/snf.

Maddie – Instrument Rating

• Greg’s Wild Yukon
• Why aviation is important to Greg
• How he became interested in aviation
• The various aircraft he flies and uses in the Wild Yukon
• The different pilot certificates and ratings Greg has
• What is next in his aviation adventure.
• Advice for those considering flying in the Yukon.
• The Super Cub Crash Lessons Learned.

Picks Of The Week:

No Pick of the week since this is an interview.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

https://gregmchaleswildyukon.com

Bush Pilot Crashes Super Cub

Fly, Run, Scout

Photo Credit Greg McHale’s Wild Yukon on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gregmchaleswildyukon/

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Joining us today is the owner of “James Spearman Aircraft”, an airplane maintenance shop in Sevierville, Tennessee at the KGKT airport.

Before we begin a quick reminder the new 2024 version of the scholarship guide has been published and is available by clicking on the scholarships guide on the right side of the screen at https://stuckmicavcast.com/

Cruise Flight:

How did you get into aviation maintenance?
The benefits of the Electroair – “Electronic Ignition System”
Which aircraft can utilize the Electroair Ignition System
What is the difference between dual and single electronic ignition?
What are the additional costs for dual electronic ignition?
Why would someone only use a single electronic ignition and what do you recommend?
Example of cost to add Electroair Ignition System to a Pa-28
How to find out more about the maintenance shop in Sevierville TN.

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/jamesspearmanaircraft/
https://www.facebook.com/spearmanaircraft
https://www.spearmanaircraft.com/

Meet The Stuck Mic AvCast Team at
Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun 2024 Booth A-41
April 9-14 2024:
https://flysnf.org

https://www.floridaairshow.com/

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Challenges after an accident or incident. Welcome to the Stuck Mic AvCast. Today we answer listener mail. If you have any questions please write us at StuckMicAvCast@gmail.com.

First a quick word from our sponsor.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

Sun N Fun Radio Starts a live monthly show. July 13 – 10 am to noon. Please follow Sun N Fun Radio on Facebook. And listen live at LiveATC.net/snf.
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Pay It Forward Campaign for scholarships. Thanks to David Abbey for paying it forward and all of the wonderful people who have paid it forward.
http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/

Sebring Sport Aviation Expo closes.
https://www.sportaviationexpo.com

https://www.aopa.org/news-and-media/all-news/2019/may/31/sebring-cancels-sport-aviation-expo

Listener mail:

Hi Carl, I just listened to your show with the aviation attorney, Chris. Does he have a recommendation for the level of AOPA membership for good general legal coverage?

Answer from Christ Pezalla:

AOPA offers two levels of coverage, basic and plus. The plans are the same,
except that the plus level provides more hours of legal help in the event of
an accident or investigation. Both plans offer hotline support and both
plans will cover the majority of legal issues a pilot might encounter.

In addition to being a panel attorney for AOPA, I’m also an AOPA member and
I have the plus-level plan for myself. I went with plus-level because it
offers more hours of legal support and better support with medical issues.

That being said, both plans are excellent.

==========
Listener wants us to discuss dealing with challenges after an aircraft accident or incident.

• Advice to those involved in an accident incident or other event with the FAA
• I know it is hard but don’ t panic.
• Take a deep breath and try and write down everything you remember.
• NASA report.
• https://asrs.arc.nasa.gov
• Log books in order

===================
Carl’s new plane

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – That’s All Brother: A C-47 member of the Commemorative Air Force

Tom – National Hurricane Center: Hurricane related weather information

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

Pay It Forward

Photo Credit: Pixabay

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Do you need an Aviation Attorney? Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. Recently we have received feedback from many of our listeners concerning a situation where they have received a letter from the FAA concerning their medical exam. We also have had a few folks who have been concerned about recent accidents, incidents, and violations.

Today we have with us Chris Pezalla, an aviation attorney and airline pilot to discuss when you should consider using an aviation attorney and what to do if you receive a letter from the FAA or have been involved in an incident, accident, or possible violation. When it comes to either your medical certificate or your pilot certificate, dealing with an FAA issue can be stressful. There are many organizations and resources available to help you through this trying time.

First a quick word from our sponsor.

• Christian Pezalla Esq.
• Law Offices of Robert Strumor
• Florida and New Mexico
• Overview
• Chris went to law school
• Differences in thinking between pilots and lawyers
• What is aviation law?
• State vs. Federal
• AOPA Legal Plan
• Lawyer Pilot Bar Association
• Central Florida AME
• What happened?
• Who’s affected?
• What should a pilot do?
• Where can a pilot find help?
• How can my union help?
• Going forward
• Chris working for major US carrier
• Chris going to grad school again.

Picks Of The Week:

No picks of the week since this is an interview show.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

www.Lpba.org

Christian Pezalla

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In this we episode we are inspiring women and young girls in aviation. Welcome to a special episode of the Stuck Mic AvCast. Today we are joined by a truly inspirational aviator, Natalie FlyGirl Kelley. Natalie has become an ambassador for women and young girls, inspiring them to reach for the sky. Before we begin a quick word from our sponsor.

Young Aviators Fly-in June 21-23, 2019

If you have an announcement or shout out please e-mail us at StuckMicAvCast@gmail.com.

• Natalie and her passion for aviation.
• Why FlyGirlLLC.com ?
• Pushing your personal boundaries.
• How to succeed as a woman in a male dominated industry.
• The flyGIRL Scholarship.
• Where you can see Natalie speak.
• How you can help women explore aviation.

Picks Of The Week:

Since we have a guest no picks of the week.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast

FlyGirlLLC

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Welcome back from Sun N Fun and a special edition of the Stuck MIc AvCast. Today I have with me airshow announcer, airport owner, and light sport pilot #1 Michael McClellan. Michael has been a volunteer at Sun N Fun for over 20 years!

Before we begin the show a quick word from our sponsor.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

• 182 flight with russ and student to tucson.
• Congratulations Michael McClellan on 20 years volunteering at Sun N Fun.
• Congratulations Carl Valeri on his 5 year recognition as a volunteer at Sun N Fun.
• Tom Frick 5 year pin.
• Today is Carl’s 30th anniversary of flying. On May 1st, 1989 he took his first flight at Wilkes-Barre, Wyoming Valley Airport, soloing 30 days later. Things sure have changed in aviation.

• Living the dream flying small airplanes from his own private airport.
• Volunteering at Paradise City in Sun N Fun with LAMA (Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association)
• What is LAMA.
• Announcing for Patty Wagstaff.
• How he built his own airport.
• LIght Sport Certificate #1
• Converting Light Sport to IFR
• What Is Deland Sport Aviation Showcase and how does it differ from Sebring.
• Live announcing from Deland.
• What is next for Michael?

Picks Of The Week:

No Pick of the week since this is an interview show.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

http://www.airnav.com/airport/7GA2

https://www.sportaviationshowcase.com

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Welcome to a special live edition from Sun N Fun 2019! This is our end of show live episode, where we feature various aviation podcasters and some other interesting aviation friends in a series of interviews.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

News And Announcements:

We will be broadcasting Sun N Fun again next year.

We will be live from the Light Sport Showcase in November

NIFA Regionals this year will be hosted by Sun N Fun this year, and possibly Nationals!

• Open Pod NIght was a great success.
• New products we saw at sun n fun.
• The cool planes we saw and some rode in.

Guests:

• Dave Shalbetter – Chairman Sun N Fun Radio.
  25th anniversary of Sun N Fun Radio
  History of the radio station and some cool technical detail he can share.
• Michael McLellan
• John Rathmel of Bristell Aircraft
• Jim Goldman
• Dave Allen of Flying with a Purpose Podcast
• Max Flight of Airplane Geeks
• David Abby
• Russ Roslewski
• Bill English, Air Carrier Investigations for the FAA
• Drawing for MethodSeven.com

Picks Of The Week:

Sun N Fun Pick Of The Week

Carl – Stallion 51 Lee Lauderback and Crazy Horse

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

Bristell Aircraft: http://www.bristellaircraft.com

Flying with a Purpose Podcast: https://wingsaroundamerica.com

Airplane Geeks: http://airplancegeeks.com

Stallion 51: https://www.stallion51.com

Sometimes a vital point is lost in the excitement and spectacle of the Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-in and Expo, and that’s the fact that this entire event is the biggest fundraiser for the most successful aviation education initiative in the nation: the Aerospace Center for Excellence. The money from every exhibitor, from every sponsor, and yes, from every single wristband sold, goes to support this most worthy of charities: the future of aviation in America.

While you’re out wandering around in the heat, admiring (or drooling on) the marvelous aircraft and aviation “stuff” out there at the expo, think about how you can go a little further to support the young men and women at ACE, the Aerospace Center for Excellence, and get something tangible in return. Sun ‘n Fun offers three upgraded amenities to thank our generous donors and supporters.

First, there’s Preferred Airshow Seating, in front of the announcer’s stand. For not many dollars, you can do a lot better than standing in the crowd: Preferred Airshow Seating offers seats with a great view of the action, private restrooms, and ice cold water. Inure at the Preferred Airshow Seating window in front of the announcer’s stand.

Next, for those in a position to support ACE a bit further, there’s the 9/27 Club. Located on the warbird ramp at the flight line, the 9/27 Club offers gourmet chef-prepared breakfast and lunch each day of the Fly-In, with dinner on Wednesday and Saturday. You’ll dine in air-conditioned comfort, with a different menu each day, plenty of soft drinks, as well as beer and wine for those so inclined. Your 9/27 Club pass also includes private VIP parking with continual shuttle service to and from the flight line, private restrooms, and tasty treats between meals. Daily and weekly prices are available on the Sun ‘n Fun web site at flysnf.org.

Finally, Sun ‘n Fun offers its largest individual donors and corporate sponsors the ultimate in luxury at an airshow: The ACE Ambassador Flight Deck. Our Ambassadors enjoy a front row view of the airshow from comfy couches and armchairs in the air-conditioned comfort of a private club, where snacks and beverages are available all day. The Ambassadors can entertain business and personal guests, get private transportation around the grounds, and basically enjoy all the hospitality that Sun ‘n Fun can provide to its most significant supporters: the ACE Ambassadors. To become an ACE Ambassador, or for further information, contact Holly Parrish, Sun ‘n Fun’s Director of Development, through the flysnf.org web site.

You may be thinking “Hey, Carl, isn’t it a bit late to take advantage of these amenities tonight?” Well, it’s never too late to support such a great cause and such a wonderful program. The Sun ‘n Fun website always accepts tax-deductible donations, and when you’re thinking about your trip to Sun ‘n Fun 2020, you might consider whether an upgraded hospitality amenity and a larger role in supporting the Aerospace Center for Excellence will be in your plans for next year.

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Welcome to part 3 of Open Pod Night at  Sun N Fun 2019! This is a new event at Sun N Fun, bringing podcasters together from various shows to talk about aviation and how they cover it.

Live stream Sun N Fun Radio at:

LiveAtc.net/SNF

To find out more about Sun N Fun Radio visit: SUN ‘n FUN Radio

Podcasters From Open Pod Night at Sun N Fun 2019:

Carl Valeri and Russ Roslewski of Aviation Careers Podcast

Derek Fallon and Dave Allen of Flying with a Purpose

Links Mentioned in this Podcast:

Aviation Careers Podcast: http://aviationcareerspodcast.com

Flying with a Purpose: http://flightreview.tv/podcast/

Fallon Pilot Shop: http://fallonaviation.com

Tune in tomorrow for more of Sun N Fun 2019.

Live stream Sun N Fun radio now at LiveAtc.net/SNF

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Welcome to part 2 of Open Pod Night at  Sun N Fun 2019! This is a new event at Sun N Fun, bringing podcasters together from various shows to talk about aviation and how they cover it.

Live stream Sun N Fun Radio at:

LiveAtc.net/SNF

To find out more about Sun N Fun Radio visit: SUN ‘n FUN Radio

Podcasters From Open Pod Night at Sun N Fun 2019:

Carl of Aviation Careers Podcast opened the show with Kevin Schrader and Rob Ericson from Let’s Talk Flying Podcast

Jason Miller of The Finer Points Podcast

Launchpad of the Airplane Geeks

Mike Harris of the Why We Fly Podcast

Max Trescott of Aviation News Talk Radio

Links Mentioned in this Podcast:

Aviation Careers Podcast: http://aviationcareerspodcast.com

Let’s Talk Flying Podcast: https://www.letstalkflying.com

The Finer Points Podcast: https://www.learnthefinerpoints.com

The Airplane Geeks: http://www.airplanegeeks.com/

Why We Fly Podcast: http://whywefly.org

Aviation News Talk Radio: https://aviationnewstalk.com

Tune in tomorrow for more of Sun N Fun 2019.

Live stream Sun N Fun radio now at LiveAtc.net/SNF

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Welcome to part 1 of Open Pod Night at  Sun N Fun 2019! This is a new event at Sun N Fun, bringing podcasters together from various shows to talk about aviation and how they cover it.

Live stream Sun N Fun Radio at:

LiveAtc.net/SNF

To find out more about Sun N Fun Radio visit: SUN ‘n FUN Radio

Podcasters From Open Pod Night at Sun N Fun 2019:

Dave Shallbetter of Sun N Fun kicked things off with an introduction

Carl took over with Launchpad of the Airplane Geeks

Dave and Jack of Uncontrolled Airspace

Max Flight from The UAV Digest

Larry Overstreet, Victoria Neuville, Russ Roslewski, and Tom Frick of Stuck Mic AV Cast

Kevin Strieter and Rob Ericson from Let’s Talk Flying Podcast

Links Mentioned in this Podcast:

Airplane Geeks: http://www.airplanegeeks.com

Uncontrolled Airspace: http://www.uncontrolledairspace.com

The UAV Digest: http://theuavdigest.com

Let’s Talk Flying Podcast: https://www.letstalkflying.com

Tune in tomorrow for more of Sun N Fun 2019.

Live stream Sun N Fun radio now at LiveAtc.net/SNF

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Welcome to day 3 of Sun N Fun 2019! Tom, Larry, Russ, Carl, and Victoria were live on the deck at Sun N Fun Radio Today along with our assistant producer Robert Cigliano.

We hope you enjoy the daily show summary and interviews from the crew at Stuck Mic AvCast. Remember to follow us on social media by searching for #StuckMicSelfie.

Live stream Sun N Fun Radio at:

LiveAtc.net/SNF

To find out more about Sun N Fun Radio visit: SUN ‘n FUN Radio

Interviews From Sun N Fun 2019 Day 3:

Jim Parker, President of Caribbean Flying Adventures

Larry Mednik of Evolution Trikes

Brian Tittle of Wing Bug

Links Mentioned in this Podcast:

Caribbean Flying Adventures: http://www.caribbeanflyingadventures.com

Evolution Trikes: https://evolutiontrikes.com

Wing Bug: https://www.wingbug.com

Tune in tomorrow for day 4 of Sun N Fun 2019.

Live stream Sun N Fun radio now at LiveAtc.net/SNF

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Welcome to the second day of Sun N Fun 2019! Russ, Carl, and Victoria were live on the deck at Sun N Fun Radio Today along with our assistant producer Robert Cigliano.

We hope you enjoy the daily show summary and interviews from the crew at Stuck Mic AvCast. Remember to follow us on social media by searching for #StuckMicSelfie.

Live stream Sun N Fun Radio at:

LiveAtc.net/SNF

To find out more about Sun N Fun Radio visit: SUN ‘n FUN Radio

Interviews From Sun N Fun 2019 Day 2:

Morgan Walker, President of HangarBot

Jason Shappard of M0A

Ben Elison of GweDuck from Ellison – Mahon Aircraft

Vick of TKM Avionics

Links Mentioned in this Podcast:

HangarBot: https://shop.hangarbot.com/

M0A: https://m0a.com/

GweDuck by Ellison – Mahon Aircraft: https://www.gweduck.com/index.html

TKM Avionics: http://tkmavionics.com

Tune in tomorrow for day 3 of Sun N Fun 2019.

Live stream Sun N Fun radio now at LiveAtc.net/SNF

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Whether you want to become a better flight instructor or are new to the world of aviation instruction, there is someone who has started a grassroots,
collaborative venue for you. Leslie Caubble is one of my favorite flight instructors and aviation mentors because she cares about the advancement of others in the pursuit of excellence in aviation.

I am excited to have her also join us as a new co-host on the Stuck Mic AvCast. We will explore her aviation journey and her new aviation home.

Before we begin a quick reminder the new 2024 version of the scholarship guide has been published and is available by clicking on the scholarships guide on the right side of the screen at https://stuckmicavcast.com/

Cruise Flight:

Why Leslie loves helping others pursue their dream of becoming a pilot.
Leslie’s family has a history in aviation.
How she started.
Flying in Hawaii
How aviation made a difference in Hawaii
Her next adventure.
Helping Flight instructors advance in their profession.
“You are a great resource for a check ride review and filling a void! I feel more confident in my preparation and that I have the tools necessary to be successful.” – Matt L., CFI student

Links:
https://www.ultimateaviationacademy.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesliecaubble/

Meet The Stuck Mic AvCast Team at
Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun 2024 Booth A-41
April 9-14 2024:
https://flysnf.org

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Welcome to the first day of Sun N Fun 2019! Russ, Carl, and Victoria were live on the deck at Sun N Fun Radio Today along with our assistant producer Robert Cigliano.

We hope you enjoy the daily show summary and interviews from the crew at Stuck Mic AvCast. Remember to follow us on social media by searching for #StuckMicSelfie.

Live stream Sun N Fun Radio at:

LiveAtc.net/SNF

To find out more about Sun N Fun Radio visit: SUN ‘n FUN Radio

Richard Frylick of METAR Maps

Russ Still of Gold Seal online ground school course

Links Mentioned in this Podcast:

Air Pros Insurance

Gold Seal Ground School: http://groundschool.com

METAR Maps: http://metarmaps.com

Tune in tomorrow for day 2 of Sun N Fun 2019.

Live stream Sun N Fun radio now at LiveAtc.net/SNF

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Seaplane-A-Palooza 2019 is a mini airshow held the weekend before Sun N Fun at the Tavares Seaplane Base near the Sun N Fun grounds. Our very own Victoria Neuville attended this weekend, and has a number of interviews to share from the event.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

News And Announcements:

Don’t forget to stay tuned for interviews from Sun N Fun 2019 and our live show. You can listen to Sun N Fun All year long and live during the event at LiveAtc.net/SNF. Enjoy the show!

• Amy & Shawn at Jones Brother’s Air and Sea Adventures
• Rob Galloway, owner of Jones Brother’s Air and Sea Adventures
• Victoria’s Report

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

http://jonesairandsea.com

Photo Credit: Victoria Neuville

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Welcome to a special edition of The Stuck Mic AvCast. Victoria Neuville attended the 2019 WIA Conference in Long Beach, California. The event and interviews are inspiring for future aviators.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

News And Announcements:

Don’t forget to stay tuned for interviews from Sun N Fun 2019 and our live show. You can listen to Sun N Fun All year long and live during the event at LiveAtc.net/SNF. Enjoy the show!

• Krista, Rachael, and Natalie.
• Barbara Kennedy
• Jennifer Datz

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

https://www.wai.org/events/2019-international-women-aviation-conference

https://kennedyflygirls.com

Photo Credit: Victoria Neuville

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We are told to trust our instruments but many times our body tells us we are descending and turning when in reality we are flying straight and level. It takes discipline to trust our instruments and also vow to never fly into IFR conditions if we are not instrument current and competent. Today we discuss how to prevent and how to mitigate spatial disorientation.

“The majority of weather accidents were VFR flights into IMC. Additionally, this category had the largest number of fatal accidents and the highest lethality rate.” – Nall Report 2018

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

News And Announcements:

Sun N Fun APRIL 2-7, 2019

Florida Pilot Conference Facebook Info

Tickets for Florida Pilot Conference: May 4th, 2019

In a past episode we briefly discussed basic med and there where a few questions regarding Basic Med. AOPA has a great resource online for basic med. You can find it at AOPA and searching on basic med or simply click on the link here in the show notes:
https://www.aopa.org/advocacy/pilots/medical/fit-to-fly-pilots

What Is Spatial Disorientation – Spatial disorientation specifically refers to the lack of orientation with regard to the position, attitude, or movement of the airplane in space.

Systems in our body – Vestibular, Somatosensory , Visual.

Why VMC to IMC is usually fatal:

During flight in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), the eyes are the major orientation source and usually prevail over false sensations from other sensory systems

Experiences with spatial disorientation caused by flying.

When these visual cues are removed, as they are in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), false sensations can cause a pilot to quickly become disoriented.

“Unless a pilot has many hours of training in instrument flight, flight should be avoided in reduced visibility or at night when the horizon is not visible.” – PHAK

“Illusions rank among the most common factors cited as contributing to fatal aviation accidents.” – PHAKT

Systems our body uses to orient our body

• Vestibular
• Somatosensory
• Visual

Types of spatial disorientation.

• The Leans
• Coriolis Illusion
• Graveyard Spiral
• Somatogravic Illusion
• Inversion Illusion
• Elevator Illusion

Visual Illusions

• False Horizon
• Autokinesis
• Black Hole effect

Prevention.
Mitigation.
Training.
Staying proficient not just current.

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – FAA Spatial Disorientation and Aerospace Medicine Reference Collection

Russ – Skyfaring: A Journey with a Pilot by Mark Vanhoenacker

Tom – Cirus Approach Learning Catalog

Rick – Fly8MA Episode on Spatial Disorientation

Larry – Cloud Topper pilot sight level

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

AOPA Nall Report

Bold Method blog on Spatial Disorientation

Sun N Fun Fly In

FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge

Florida Pilot Conference

Photo Credit: Russ Roslewski

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Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. Today we are live from Planes, Trains, and Automobiles at Plant City Airport in Florida. This event introduced young people to all aspects of aviation. Visitors get to see real & remote control airplanes, model trains, CSX & classic car displays, and flight demonstrations.

The local scouts were able to obtain their merit badges in aviation, and railroading. Additionally young eagles flights were conducted through the local EAA chapter. The Batman Helicopter even showed up. This was a great event for us at Polk State College. The students from the flight team showed up with a 172 and gave away wings to the young future aviators! I hope you enjoy the interviews from the show as much as we enjoyed visiting with our guests. Let’s go outside and enjoy the show!

Visit Aviation Careers Podcast for Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

News And Announcements:

Don’t forget to take a picture and tag yourself with #stuckmicselfie so we can post it on our facebook and instagram.

• Leah Central Florida Aerospace Academy and Lakeland AeroClub
• Kasey Kalita Polk State College Flight Team
• Daniel Slapo Tampa Bay Aviation Association
• Super Petrel USA
• Atlas Aviation
• Aeroprakt USA
• Airborne Ministries
• Jon Rising T6
• Richele Floyd Aerospace Center For Excellence

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

https://www.facebook.com/PlanesTrainsAutos/

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Welcome to episode 200! This is a big milestone for us, not only 200 episodes but never missing a scheduled episode (1st and 15th of each month). Today we will be discussing Changes in Aviation since 2011, when we had our first episode.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation. Use coupon code Shamrock and receive 15% off all of our products and services.

Planes trains and automobiles.

WAI in LGB March 15 and 16th.

2019 Sun N Fun Fly-In and Expo
https://www.flysnf.org/sun-n-fun-intl-fly-expo/
April 2 – 7, 2019

• Significant Changes Affecting General Aviation Since Episode 1 – May 9, 2011
• Proliferation of tablets/EFBs
• ADS-B
• RNP
• Basic Med.
• Popularity of Light Sport.
• BRS
• Commercial no longer needs to be done in an RG
• Insurance market is hardening
• Air Conditioning for small planes
• AOA indicators for small planes

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – Florida pilot conference. May 4th.

Victoria – Cyndy Hollman YouTube channel

Russ – “Fighting the Flying Circus” by Eddie Rickenbacker (autobiography)

Tom – Inside the Sky – A Meditation on Flight, William Langeweische

Rick – Aviation 101 YouTube Channel

Larry – WWII Museum
Sun n Fun Radio

Photo credit: Pixabay

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Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. Today our guest is Adam Sipe of The Prebuy Guys and the Airplane Intel Podcast. If you are interested in aircraft ownership the Prebuy Guys are the people you should speak to. They have an informative podcast discussing the process of acquiring and owning an aircraft. There is much you can learn from the Airplane Intel Podcast. Before we begin a few announcements.

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation. Always look towards our facebook page or sign up for our newsletter to receive discounts and coupons at AviationCareersPodcast.com. Use coupon code “Shamrock” and get 15% off.

Visit us at Sun N Fun Radio next to the Sunset Grill Restaurant and Honda Generators. April 2-7. Listen now on LiveAtc.net/snf.

• Who are the PreBuy Guys?
• Why a pre buy inspection.
• Common misconceptions in aircraft ownership.
• Plane Partnership Program.
• Aircraft Maintenance
• Common challenges with owning an airplane and maintenance
• Why airplane maintenance should not scare you away from ownership
• Aviation Entrepreneurship

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

https://www.airplaneprebuy.com/podcast/

https://www.airplaneprebuy.com/about-adam/

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The Florida Pilot Conference is a new conference happening May 4th, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. It is an educational event for pilots that would like to learn more about flying IFR and glider flying, as well as a social event for pilots.

Sponsor: Aviation Careers Podcast is your source for aviation training, scholarships, and courses related to learning to fly and pursuing an aviation career. Check out all of our courses and training at http://aviationcareerspodcast.com/courses.

• Keeping current as a pilot, which can be tough when you don’t work for an airline or fly professionally every day.
• Topics include:
  • Flying with non-pilot passengers.
  • Flying IFR.
  • Using an iPad as your “flight bag.”
  • IFR Departures and Arrivals.
  • 10 commonly missed questions on the IFR oral exam and 10 questions for a pilot interview that most people get wrong (both taught by Carl himself!).
• Presentations will only be 45 minutes with a break in between and a Starbucks in the lobby!
• Held at the Florida Hotel and Conference Center just west of Orlando International Airport and attached to the Florida Mall, about 15 minutes from the theme parks.
• You can fly into Orlando International, Orlando Executive, or Kissimmee Airport.
• Rooms $132 per night, which is much cheaper than normal. Other hotel options are available.
• Social event at 5pm after the conference at the Crickets restaurant in the hotel.
• Tickets are $99 in advance, $129 at the door. It includes the conference and materials.
• Kicks off at 9am, runs into 4pm with the social event at 5.
• This will be very practical and interactive.

Florida Pilot Conference

Florida Pilot Conference event on Facebook

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The Type Rating: Is One In Your Future? Welcome to the Stuck Mic AvCast. Today we interview Russ Roslewski who recently completed his rating in the Citation II. Are you thinking of getting a rating? Why get a rating and how much does it cost? Today we talk about the reasons to get your rating and discuss how to get a rating with Russ. Maybe you are up for the challenge?

Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Coaching, and Interview Preparation.

Sun N Fun 2019

• What is a Type Rating?
• Why You Should Consider obtaining a type rating?
• Do all ratings come with a high altitude endorsement?
• How to pay for your rating and possibly obtain it for free!
• Russ’s journey through the rating process.
• Advice on how to successfully complete your type rating.

Picks Of The Week:

Carl: https://www.sportaviationexpo.com

Victoria: Aviation Daily News – http://aviationdaily.news/

Larry: Let’s all get in the mood for SnF – http://LiveATC.net/snf – great aviation interviews content, and a gentle reminder of why YOU need to be at Sun n Fun this year!

Tom: FAASafety.gov Part 107 Course (small UAS):
https://www.faasafety.gov/gslac/ALC/CourseLanding.aspx?cID=515

Drotams: https://skyvector.com/

Rick: Alliance Air War iOS game http://www.alliancethegame.com/airwar/
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/alliance-air-war/id1059604202?mt=8

Russ: Skygods: The Fall of Pan Am by Robert Gandt – https://www.amazon.com/Skygods-Fall-Pan-Robert-Gandt/dp/0615611834/

http://cfiruss.blogspot.com/

https://www.sportaviationexpo.com

https://cessna.txtav.com

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Welcome to the US Sport Aviation Expo 2019 Day 2! We are here for the first two days of this expo, collecting interviews from experts working at this show, which focusses on light sport aviation and General Aviation for fun and enjoyment.

The 2019 Scholarships Guide is available online by clicking on the scholarships guide in the right hand column of our website or visiting http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and we want to celebrate early. Type “Valentine” at checkout and receive 15% off all products including the scholarships guide. Coupon valid now through Valentine’s Day.

In this Episode US Sport Aviation Expo 2019 Day 2:

• Dan Johnson of ByDanJohnson.com discusses why Light Sport is Fun and the future of the industry.
• Tactical Hearing Darrin Johns wants you to have a lifetime of great hearing. Tactical Hearings in the ear hearing enhancement and noise suppression will work with all over the ear headsets. Additionally, they will protect your ears during your walk around on the ramp, during shooting sports, and in all hearing sensitive environments.
• Bristell Aircraft John Rathmell is truly passionate about aviation and the Bristell aircraft. John discusses the importance of the safety, design, and customer service in a light sport aircraft. Bristell excels in all three and is a testament to their success.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

https://www.sportaviationexpo.com

https://www.tacticalhearing.com

https://www.bydanjohnson.com

http://www.bristellaircraft.com

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As a pilot who loves to fly, we try to protect our hobby through prudent planning, budgeting, and training. I often get asked questions about what to do when pulled over by the police to protect our pilot certificate. Should I take the sobriety test or not?

To help me answer this question is Chris Pezalla from the Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC. Chris is an airline pilot and aviation attorney who has been a frequent guest on this and our sister podcast Aviation Careers Podcast.

Before we begin a quick reminder that the new 2024 version of the scholarship guide has been published and is available by clicking on the scholarships guide on the right side of the screen at https://stuckmicavcast.com/

Cruise Flight:

If I am pulled over and asked to take a sobriety test, what should I do?

Be professional and truthful. Anything you say can end up in a police report.

Always take the breathalyzer and blood tests. This advice is specific to pilots.

Failing to get a BAC alcohol level recorded will cost you your medical certificate.

Even if pleading guilty to the DUI, get a blood alcohol test.

14 C.F.R. § 61.15(e), which mandates that all Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground Instructors certified under FAR Part 61 to report any Motor Vehicle Action (MVA) related to drugs or alcohol to the FAA in writing within 60 calendar days.

The 60-day period begins when your driver’s license is revoked.

What is a roadside suspension?

Can I wait until after my court case to file the 60-day report? (No)

Considerations for Light Sport, BasicMed, and Class III medical.

Reporting on your next (and all future medical applications).

Links:

https://www.strumorlaw.com

Meet The Stuck Mic AvCast Team at
Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun 2024 Booth A-41
April 9-14 2024:
https://flysnf.org

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Welcome to the US Sport Aviation Expo 2019 Day 1! We are here for both days of this expo, collecting interviews from experts working at this show, which focusses on light sport aviation and General Aviation as a hobby and for fun and enjoyment.

Announcements: 

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and we want to celebrate early. Type “Valentine” at checkout and receive 15% off all products. Coupon valid now through Valentine’s Day.

• Pilot Jim G discussing getting youth involved in aviation especially through Sun N Fun programs and the Central Florida Aviation Academy, a high school with an aviation focus helping students graduate with some of their ratings. He also discussed what Light Sport Aviation is, why it exists, and how it helps people get involved in aviation at a lower barrier.
• Jamie Becket discussing the differences between “Light Sport” and simply “Sport Aviation.” Jamie is an AOPA Ambassador, working for the “You Can Fly” Program.
• Dylan Vogel, discussing the Icon A5, the “Swiss Army Knife” of airplanes. It has foldable wings, fits in a 1 car garage, and can be operated from land or sea, and is trailer friendly. It requires a Light Sport Certificate, and can be flown at night and in most airspace.
• Bretten Howel at the Bristell booth, discussing the Sebring Flight Academy.
• Craig Elsworth of Aviation Insurance Resources discussing the importance of aviation related insurance, some of the situations in which you need aviation insurance, and some of the trends in the industry right now.

Links Mentioned in this Episode:

Icon A5

Sebring Flight Academy

Aviation Insurance Resources

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Stalls, Spins, and Type Ratings. Welcome to our first episode for the new year.

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Russ is currently at CAE Simuflite in Dallas getting type rated in the Citation II.

• What is a Cruise Clearance? An air traffic controller said this is one of the items most pilots don’t understand.
• Cruise from Pilot Controller Glossary:
  https://drive.google.com/open?id=192pfGRUn0pzvMufL4e0lYOA8VEiUTXvO
• The following discussion is from IAN Twombly article December 2018 Flight Training magazine.
• “Exceeding the critical angle of attack” or “Stalls” how do you train your students? When teaching stalls I usually introduce them not using the word stalls but discuss how we are going to exceed the critical angle of attack. In a recent article in Flight Training magazine “Right Seat: Shake Off Stalls” Ian Twombly discusses this topic.
• Ian also discusses Spin training for the CFI – I required all of my CFI applicants to do some aerobatic training while getting their spin endorsement. This is how I was taught and I passed that along to my CFI applicants. What do you do? Do you think this is a good idea?

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – Living In The Age Of Airplanes

Russ – Flying Colorado Mountain Weather

Tom – The Islands of the Bahamas

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

Pilot Controller Glossary in AIM

Russ’s blog about getting a Citation II type rating

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Happy New Year and Welcome to a special edition of the Best Of 2018 Stuck Mic AvCast. Every New Year we compile the 5 most popular shows and interviews. During the selection process each co-host selects their favorite podcast. Then we take the top 5 and bring you into the process by selecting the podcasts with the most downloads. But before we begin the show some news and a word from our sponsor.

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It is a new year and we are focusing on more General Aviation Scholarships so you can obtain or continue with a new rating or do some adventure flying. Go to AviationCareersPodcast.com/scholarships to learn more.

News:

New YouTube Video:

Victoria’s Grandfather, Harlan Neuville is a Former Apollo Engineer. During a special family trip he was able to Returns to NASA and visit the Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

One of Harlan Neuville’s proudest moments is his participation in the space race. In the 1960s and early 70s he worked in Guidance, Navigation and Control guiding astronauts safely to the moon. In November 2018, he returned to building 30 at Johnson Space Center for the first time in over 40 years.

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We hope you have a wonderful 2019 and encourage you to do something new this year in aviation. Even if you are taking a break from flying do something this year that is focused on aviation. Obtain a new rating, visit an aviation museum, or simply stop and watch the airplanes take off and land at your local airport. Whatever it is we hope you will enjoy our upcoming episodes about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly.

Enjoy the best of Stuck Mic AvCast in 2018 and have happy New Year!

The Best of Stuck MIc AvCast 2018:

Episode 177 Weather Or Not: A Decision Making Process

Episode 186 Teaching Skills or Creating Aviators

Episode 167 How much fuel is in your airplane

Episode 184 How to be a good safety pilot

Episode 179 Reporting on the air and on the ground from a NASA Rocket Launch

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AviationCareersPodcast.com/scholarships

NASA Johnson Space Center

Former Apollo Engineer Returns to NASA

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The Texas Air Museum is a fantastic aviation museum, and in this episode we have a great interview about it. Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. Larry Overstreet visited the Texas Air Museum in San Antonio, TX. The museum is located on the grounds of Stinson Field (KSSF), the second oldest continuously operated General Aviation airport in the US.

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Larry interviews Kenny Paynter of the Texas Air Museum. He takes us on a journey through the storied history of the Stinson family and their contribution to aviation. Most of us know about the Stinson aircraft but in this interview you will find out there is another parallel story of some of the original Women Aviators and aerobatic pilots.

I am sure you will enjoy the stories told by Kenny Paynter. Not only will you be entertained but you will learn something new about aviation history. Enjoy the show!

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

https://www.sanantonio.gov/ssf

https://www.airnav.com/airport/KSSF

http://www.texasairmuseum.org

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When to declare minimum fuel and when to declare an emergency was inspired by an email from a listener. We discuss the terms, the rules, and some practical advice in dealing with emergency.

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Listener mail:

Hi Carl.

I just stumbled upon your site. Very nice! A lot of good information. Thanks for posting it.

I do want to call your attention to an issue in your article titled “Should I Declare Minimum Fuel If I Have An Alternate?”

Should I Declare Minimum Fuel If I Have An Alternate?

In that article, you state “The wonderful aspect when declaring minimum fuel is that it is an advisory to ATC and requires no paperwork.” This seems to imply that if you declare an emergency you have to submit “paperwork.”

In fact, since at least the 70’s, it is rare that you’ll have any contact at all with the FAA post-flight after declaring an emergency, and it is exceedingly rare that any “paperwork” will be involved. I feel it is very important to ensure that pilots know this so they do not hesitate to declare an emergency if they need assistance. Avianca flight 52 is an example of what can happen if pilots are hesitant to declare an emergency.

So it’s great to get the word out about the “minimum fuel” declaration, but not so great to portray it as a way to avoid declaring an emergency if an emergency exists.

My $0.02, and worth about that much!
ATP/CFI

• When you should declare minimum fuel.
• MINIMUM FUEL− Indicates that an aircraft’s fuel supply has reached a state where, upon reaching the destination, it can accept little or no delay. This is not an emergency situation but merely indicates an emergency situation is possible should any undue delay occur.
• When you should declare emergency fuel.
• EMERGENCY− A distress or an urgency condition.
• URGENCY− A condition of being concerned about safety and of requiring timely but not immediate assistance; a potential distress condition.
• DISTRESS− A condition of being threatened by serious and/or imminent danger and of requiring immediate assistance.
• General advice on declaring an emergency.
• Chapter 6 of the AIM Emergency Procedures
• Request assistance immediately
• Don’t Hint and Hope
• Use the transponder
• MAYDAY− The international radiotelephony distress signal. When repeated three times, it indicates imminent and grave danger and that immediate assistance is requested.
• ATC assistance
• After You land think about the ELT.
• Maybe invest in a PLB.
• Survive by being discovered easily.
• Search and Rescue.
• Don’t worry about the aircraft. The insurance agency now owns it.

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – NIFA Region IX SAFECON inspirational video.

• Larry – Aviation Museums I’ve Recently Visited:
  Stafford Air Museum, Weatherford, OK. https://staffordmuseum.org
  “The Stafford Air & Space Museum is named in honor of Weatherford native and legendary test pilot and astronaut, Lt. General Thomas P. Stafford. The museum is considered as one of the finest and most comprehensive air and space museums in the central United States and encompasses over an acre of exhibits under one roof.”
• Texas Air Museum, San Antonio, TX. https://www.texasairmuseum.org
  Located on the grounds of Stinson Field (KSSF), the second oldest continuously operating General Aviation airport in the US.

Victoria – Hallmark Christmas movies with Airplanes –

Christmas Under Wraps – https://youtu.be/QpcpZ_AHy8M

Return to Christmas Creek – https://youtu.be/okFP2N_iKXI

Tom – FAA Safety Maintenance Hangar / Toolbox –
https://www.faasafety.gov/gslac/onlineresources.aspx?categoryId=96&masterId=2&n=amt

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How To Obtain Your Australian Pilot Certificate. Looking for an adventure? Why not rent a small plane and fly around Australia? Better yet, why not get your Australian pilot certificate? Today I have with me someone who decided not only to ponder these ideas but put them into action by obtaining his pilot certificate and flying in Australia. And most importantly he wants you to realize that you can become an Australian Pilot.

Chris Pezalla is an airline pilot in the United States and is always seeking a new adventure. He is a lecturer and author of the advanced guide to holding patterns, and an aviation attorney. Chris has been on our show in the past and you can find those past episodes by clicking on the links in the show notes.

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• Why Australia?
• Will talk about study abroad and law school briefly
• What is it like to fly in Australia?
• Bush, city and everything in between
• Many US built GA planes
• Pilot certificate v. Certificate of Validation (COV)
• As an American Pilot what are some of the major differences in flying in Australia?
• CASA – Civil Aviation Safety Authority (Similar to FAA)
• What made you decide to get your Pilot certificate in Australia?
• CASA Changing system to match US Regulation (Part 61)
• What was the process like and what were the challenges?
• English language test (Very Funny)
• AU v. US Written test (Answers not published)
• CASA uses FAA book for CFI Fundamentals (Similar to FOI)
• CASA Medical
• ICAO
• Vanuatu

What advice would you give to others who want to obtain their Australian Pilot Certificate

• Be patient
• Find someone familiar with the process.

Radio Communication Guides

• Old Product but never talked about on Stuckmic
• Trying to promote the idea and get other CFI’s to follow
• Handheld guides to local radio comm
• Basically a script to talk to ACT
• For new flight students

Picks Of The Week:

No Pick of the week since this is an interview.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

https://www.casa.gov.au/

https://www.casa.gov.au/standard-page/converting-overseas-licences

3pointaviation.com

https://www.antarcticaflights.com.au

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Empowering Youth in Aviation. Welcome to a special episode of the Stuck Mic AvCast. To create a more sustainable and diverse aviation community we must inspire all to join this wonderful world of flying.

Jacob Peed is achieving this goal by reaching out to an underrepresented segment of our flying population and that is our youth. Jacob is the publisher of AviNation Magazine is fun to read, visually appealing, and is inspiring our youth to literally reach for the skies! Before we begin a quick word from our sponsors.

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• How Jacob developed his passion for aviation.
• Why AviNation magazine.
• How involvement in aviation benefits our youth.
• Positive outcomes from youth reading this magazine.
• What to expect in upcoming issues of AviNation.
• What is next for Jacob Peed?

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

AviNation Magazine

AviNation Instagram

AviNation Facebook

AviNation Twitter

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Let’s Talk Flying! Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. We love aviation and love people who share their passion for aviation. Today joining me is Kevin Strieter the host of Let’s Talk Flying Podcast. Before we begin a word from our sponsor.

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• Kevin Strieter and his passion for aviation.
• What is Let’s Talk Flying Podcast.
• What can the audience expect to hear during the podcast.
• What is next for Kevin and his flying.
• What is next for the Podcast.
• Answer last episode question.

Picks Of The Week:

No Picks Of The Week Since This is an interview.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

FAA Information Effective 11 October 2018 TVC

Traverse City Cherry Capitol Airport

Practical Guide to Winter Flying

Let’s Talk Flying Podcast

FAA Information Effective 11 OCTOBER 2018 LAX

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Is Your Airport Aviation Friendly? As many of you know we recently moved to Lakeland, Florida. The move has been a tremendous boost to our business and to this podcast. We really love being in Lakeland and close to the many aviation venues and events in Central Florida.

Since I am between airplanes I decided to try and find somewhere local where I can hang out, rent planes, join a flying club or simply hanger fly. The logical place to start is the airport with a runway only a 2 miles from my house. Walking out my front door, I looked skyward as the drone of an airplane became louder then flew by towards my destination for the day. This is when I got excited.

Memories danced through my head of my childhood local airport. Perched next to the runway, my fingers entwined in the chain linked fence, I looked in awe of at the flying machines. Similar to this day at the airport my fingers clenched the chain link fence, but in a disappointed and somewhat desperate grip. I had discovered I moved next to an airport that was not what I envisioned as a general aviation friendly airport.

Maybe I was expecting too much. Maybe I should have done more research. Maybe I needed to find a new friendlier Airport. But that led me to thinking about my dilemma and I thought I would ask our co hosts and you if I am being too tough on my local airport. Also what is a general aviation airport?

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What is a General Aviation Friendly Airport?

• Places to enjoy watching planes with like minded people.
• Easy to use soda machine.
• A place to rent an airplane.
• Events for the small plane pilot.
• Sunsets on (or near) the runway.
• Learn to fly a plane.
• Ease of access and friendly people to greet us.
• Welcoming community of aviators.
• Place for aviators to exchange ideas
• Movie night
• Aircraft manufacturers park airplanes and put on seminar
• Jeopardy
• Paper airplane building contest
• How about the venue and type airport
• The people working at the airport
• Lake wales example.
• Hanger cook outs
• What makes your airport special?

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – PolkStateFlightTeam.com

Victoria – balloon insurance www.air-pros.com/lta

Tom – Florida Aviation Directory http://www.fdot.gov/aviation/directory.shtm

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

KLAX ILS25L

LAX ANJLL4 Arrival

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Teaching Skills or Creating Aviators? While reading an aviation magazine I read a statement from the editor that “Flight training is great for teaching skills, but it’s terrible for making pilots”. This started a thought process in my head and made me realize that in many cases he was correct.

Today we discuss how we can better prepare ourselves for the real world of flying while also accepting the fact your pilot certificate is truly a license to learn. Remember a good pilot is always learning.

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News And Announcements:

‘NALL REPORT’ NOTES SAFETY GAINS

• Are we training pilots or simply teaching skills?
• How do we train our students for the real world.
• Do you tailor your training towards a specific type of flying?
• Weather flying in your geographic area.
• Tailwheel endorsement.
• Flying over water at night.
• As students do we want to get the rating quickly or really learn?
• Crosswinds
• Long and short runways.
• Pilotage instead of GPS
• Insurance Checkout.

Picks Of The Week:

Victoria: Aloha 360 Podcast

Carl: Aerospace Scholarships Guide

Tom: Null School website on weather patterns

Rick: Tabitha Fink Pirate Plushie

Links Mentioned in This Podcast:

20162017AccidentScorecard

Photo Credit: Victoria Neuville

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Many of you have challenges when learning to fly or adding a rating. I encourage you to keep pursuing your wings and aviation goals. Today I have someone who has an inspirational message for you and knows how to overcome numerous challenges during the learning process.

Keith Young is the author of “Expect Turbulence” an inspirational read. I think everyone will be able to relate to at least one of the challenges he overcame during his journey to his pilot certificate.

Joining me today are Bill English, and Leslie Caubble.

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• Book Title – Expect Turbulence: The title has an obvious double meaning.
  Learning to fly is hard.
• Overcoming health issues.
• Time is the biggest factor
• Money is the second biggest factor.
• Finding a flight School/Instructor
• Have a support system
• Have Fun

Expect Turbulence: My Real-Life Experience Learning to Fly by Keith Young
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We rarely do them and when we do they usually don’t go as planned. Your instructors always told you to be ready for one and be spring loaded to perform one. We hear many accidents and incidents of pilots performing one with no success. What are we talking about? The go around. In this episode we will discuss how you can have a successful go around every time you fly.

Preflight Checklist:

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Cruise Flight:

Our successful and not so successful go-arounds.

What is a successful go-around?

Why go around?

Situations such as air traffic control (ATC) requirements

• unexpected appearance of hazards on the runway
• overtaking another airplane
• wind shear
• wake turbulence
• mechanical failure
• unstable approach

How to make all your go arounds successful.

• Decide early
• Unstabilized approach
• Power and Pitch up.
• Don’t point at the ground.
• Assure airspeed is going up and altitude is not going down.
• Know your airplane. Most planes pitch up but some pitch down when applying power.

Go arounds are a normal maneuver not an emergency.

Why we don’t go around when we should

• Mission driven
• We feel it will reflect negatively upon us as pilots
• Get-there-itis
• Pressure from passengers
• Plane needs to be back at the FBO soon

After Landing Checklist:

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – Stuck Mic AvCast YouTube Channel

Bill -Hasselblad camera, 10 bit video:  https://store.dji.com/product/mavic-2

Tom – https://www.faa.gov/news/safety_briefing/

Russ – http://boldmethod.com/ – 

Rick – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TppcWdsrqQA&t=151s – Flight Chops the Zen of the Super Cub

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

NASA ASRS Callback Newsletter – Go-Arounds We Wish Were Better https://asrs.arc.nasa.gov/publications/callback/cb_463.html

Controlled Flight Into Terrain, Korean Air Flight 801, Boeing 747-300, HL7468 https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/AccidentReports/Pages/AAR0001.aspx

“You Can Always Go Around” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqFTD-Bqwl8

Somatogravic illusion.  BEA study https://www.bea.aero/etudes/asaga/asaga.study.pdf

NTSB Finds Mismanagement of Approach to Airport and Failure to Go-Around Led to Crash of UPS Flight 1354

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How to Be a Good Safety Pilot. In this episode I am joined by Russ, Tom, Larry, and Rick join me to discuss what a safety pilot is, what the rules are, and what the responsibilities are.

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News And Announcements:

Best Value Schools ranks Polk State Aerospace No. 2 in the country

Listener mail sent to Russ Roslewski.
From aggiemike88

• What do the FAR/AIM have to say? 14 CFR 91.109
• When can an average Private Pilot License not be an Safety Pilot?
• What items are worth considering and discussing with the Pilot In Command to ensure a safe/successful flight?
• What should the Pilot In Command and Safety Pilot discuss before they fire up the engine?
• How does Safety Pilot time get entered into the Safety Pilot’s logbook?
• What differences between Safety Pilot and instructor?
• What are the “must do” items the Safety Pilot should be doing? What are the extras?
• Under what conditions should the Safety Pilot do more than just point out something to the Pilot In Command?
• How did BasicMed change the definition of who could be Safety Pilot?
• Should the Safety Pilot be willing to pay his pro-rata share for aircraft rental?

The topic is one that is both easy to understand and easy to misunderstand. And sometimes there is lots of misinformation being repeated on the interwebz.

Which is why I think a discussion with your podcast crew would be a good topic.

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – Central Florida Aerospace Academy: a school right on the campus of Sun N Fun!

Tom – FltPlanGo App: A digital flight planning and logbook that is free. It’s great as a starting point if you are just getting started.

Larry – Learn more about WWII Top Ace and Test Pilot Richard Bong

AND the Bong Recreation Area

Russ – Da Nang Diary: A Forward Air Controller’s Gunsight View of Flying with SOG, a book from a forward gunner’s perspective in Vietnam.

Rick – Carrot Weather: A snarky weather app for smartphones, which includes augmented reality.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

Understanding BasicMed – AOPA

Safety pilot rules and logging

BasicMed and safety pilots

Photo Credit:
https://www.instagram.com/hallieschiaffo/

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Welcome to a special episode of the StuckMic AvCast. Today we bring you Interviews from AirVenture 2018 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The show was well attended and our reporters in the field really enjoyed visiting with friends and listeners.

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News And Announcements:

The July 2018 version of the Scholarship Guide has been published with 11 new scholarships! These scholarships cover Aviation Management, Maintenance, and Dispatching.

Interviews From Airventure 2018:

• Trevor Simoneau – Chart It All
• Jay Bell – Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum
• Katie Haskell – Oshkosh Equipment Corporation
• Mark Scheuer – PS Engineering
• Richard Packer – Vintage 1943 Stearman – Packer Airport 5E9
• Todd Willinger – Red Bird Flight Simulators
• Tucker Gott – Paradigm Aerobatic Team www.paradigmaerobatics.com

Picks Of The Week:

No Picks of the week.

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