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Air Facts Podcast: The Story Behind the Story

Sporty’s Air Facts Journal

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Frequency: 1 episode/41d. Total Eps: 12

Welcome to the Air Facts Podcast: The Story Behind the Story, where we go beyond the written word to bring you the voices and experiences behind the articles you read at AirFactsJournal.com. Each episode, we sit down with Air Facts contributors to learn more about them and to hear the story behind their story. What inspired them to write it? What lessons did they take away? And what can we all learn from their experience? Now sit back, relax, and join us for the Air Facts Podcast: The Story Behind the Story.

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Dad's Logbooks with Gita Brown

Season 2 · Episode 4

Monday, June 8, 2026 • Duration 36:36

In this episode of the Air Facts Podcast, we talk with writer, educator, yoga instructor, and student pilot Gita Brown about her moving story, “Dad’s Logbooks.”

Gita shares how growing up around her father’s sailplane flying eventually led her to flight training later in life—after years of being afraid to fly. We discuss the emotional connection between pilots across generations, the meaning hidden inside old logbooks, and how aviation can shape the way we process grief, identity, and personal growth.

We also explore Gita’s work as co-host of The Calm Cockpit, where she and professional pilot John Niehaus discuss pilot mindset, stress management, and practical tools for flying with confidence and focus.

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The First Passenger Flight You Never Forget

Season 2 · Episode 3

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 • Duration 26:19

Taking your first passenger is a milestone every pilot remembers—but when that passenger is a family member, the experience takes on a whole new meaning.

In this episode of the Air Facts Podcast, we talk with Zachary Sherman, a Boston-area private pilot who began flying in 2022. As a first-generation aviator, Zachary didn’t grow up around airplanes—but he quickly discovered a passion for flight and the desire to share it with the people closest to him.

In his article “Very Precious Cargo,” Zachary tells the story of taking his grandfather—his very first passenger—on a scenic flight over Boston shortly after earning his private pilot certificate. What followed was more than just a sightseeing trip; it was a moment of trust, connection, and shared adventure.

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When Special VFR Is the Right Call with Adam Boyd

Season 2 · Episode 2

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 • Duration 33:09

Special VFR is often treated like a footnote in ground school—something you can do, but probably never will. In this episode of the Air Facts Podcast, we talk with Adam Boyd, 2025 National CFI of the Year, about why that mindset may be incomplete.

Adam is an ATP, three-time Master CFI, Designated Pilot Examiner, and C-130 Instructor/Evaluator Pilot with the Arkansas Air National Guard. With more than 26 years of flying experience, he’s logged time everywhere from small-town North Carolina to the Pacific and beyond. But it was a recent departure in his RV-4 under a stubborn 900-foot ceiling that reshaped how he thinks about Special VFR.

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A Mooney Pilot’s Night IFR Wake-Up Call

Season 2 · Episode 1

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 • Duration 31:35

On a winter night IFR flight home in his Mooney, fatigue, hunger, and deteriorating weather quietly stacked the odds against pilot Bob Hamilton. As ceilings dropped, icing threatened, and options disappeared, Bob was forced to confront a chain of decisions that led to one of the most intense moments of his flying career—saying “unable” to ATC and trusting his judgment to get the airplane safely on the ground. In this candid conversation, Bob reflects on what went wrong, what he learned, and how that fateful night reshaped his approach to IMSAFE, personal minimums, and risk management.

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Fate, Freezing Rain, and a Captain’s Decision with Chris Schaich

Season 1 · Episode 7

Thursday, December 4, 2025 • Duration 19:31

When freezing rain turns a routine regional flight into a life-or-death approach, airline captain Chris Schaich must make a split-second decision: divert into worsening weather or press on toward a runway he can’t yet see. In this gripping conversation, Chris shares what it’s like to face severe icing in the Saab 340, what he learned from the experience, and how fate—and solid airmanship—helped bring everyone home.

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Flying for the Joy of It with Serrhel Adams

Season 1 · Episode 6

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 • Duration 27:08

In this episode of the Air Facts Podcast, we talk with longtime contributor Dr. Serrhel Adams about his widely discussed article, Mea Culpa: Confessions of a Joyful Pilot. The piece struck a chord with readers for its honest reflection on why flying should sometimes be about joy—not just procedures and precision. Serrhel shares how his Cub flights over Northwest Arkansas help him reconnect with the wonder of flight, why safety and enjoyment don’t have to be opposites, and how his aviation photography captures that same spirit of freedom.

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Effective Crew Resource Management with Capt. Mario Jimenez

Season 1 · Episode 5

Friday, September 12, 2025 • Duration 40:32

In this episode of the Airfacts Podcast, we delve into the critical role of character and discipline in crew resource management with pilot and human factors expert, Capt. Mario Jimenez, FedEx (ret.). Drawing from his extensive experience as a naval aviator and human factors manager at FedEx, Mario shares insights on how character shapes a pilot's ability to manage resources effectively. He emphasizes the mantra "discipline equals freedom," highlighting the importance of setting goals and maintaining a strong work ethic. Tune in to discover how these principles not only enhance safety but also foster a collaborative and efficient cockpit environment.

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Colonel Dale “Boots” Hill on Combat, Command, and Calm Under Pressure

Season 1 · Episode 4

Friday, July 25, 2025 • Duration 30:05

In this episode of the Air Facts podcast, we sit down with Colonel Dale “Boots” Hill, a decorated Air Force veteran and longtime Air Facts contributor. From flying 165 missions in the OV-10 Bronco during Vietnam to commanding F-16 squadrons and training the next generation of pilots, Boots brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation. He shares the intense story behind one of his most-read articles, “Sounds You Never Want to Hear,” and reflects on how preparation, training, and teamwork shaped his military flying career. Along the way, he offers valuable lessons for every pilot—military or civilian—about leadership, mindset, and staying sharp in the cockpit.

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Behind the Cockpit Door: Insights from Joel Turpin

Season 1 · Episode 3

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 • Duration 31:42

In this episode our guest is Joel Turpin, a veteran pilot whose flying career spans everything from Piper Cubs and DC-3s to Boeing airliners and the Pilatus PC-12. In this episode, Joel shares stories from more than five decades in aviation and discusses his recent article, The Captain is Lying—one of our most-read pieces of the year. We talk about passenger perceptions, emergency landings, and how technology has changed the pilot-passenger relationship. Whether you’re a student pilot or an experienced airline captain, Joel’s thoughtful, candid reflections offer lessons for anyone who takes flying seriously.

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Alex Sack—Do Crash Videos Really Make Us Safer Pilots?

Season 1 · Episode 2

Friday, May 23, 2025 • Duration 37:05

In this episode of the Air Facts Podcast we welcome Alex Sack, a commercial pilot and longtime contributor to Air Facts. Alex is known for his sharp insights and willingness to question the status quo, and his article “Do Crash Videos Make Us Safer Pilots?” was no exception. With more than 70 comments, it became one of the most discussed pieces on the site — raising important questions about how we process accidents and what role, if any, social media plays in promoting safety. In this episode, we dig into Alex’s perspective and the broader implications for pilots, educators, and content creators alike.

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