Best Hangar Flying Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 61: By Gosh It's OSH ' 24- With Dick Knapinski 1:13:12

1h ago1:13:12

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Welcome Aboard our first of many 2024 EAA Airventure Episodes! We start off the Oshkosh hype with EAA's Director of Communications, Dick Knapinski. He tells us about last year's show, some of the changes they have made for this year, and we talk about what to expect at the big show this year. Get pumped up with us for Airventure 2024! https://www.e…

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EP82 - Flight Simulators and Jitters 1:02:30

15h ago1:02:30

1:02:30

Ben, Ted, and Brian catch up, then Ben talks with Chris C about his flight simulator use. The community shares opinions and suggestions, then Ted shares a clip from Chris C's recent video talking about having "jitters" after not flying for a while. Mentioned on the show: * Chris C, Flying Past 50, Rebuilding Confidence and Proficiency: https://www.…

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Episode 204: Ukraine's Aeroprakt manufacturer Yuriy Yakovlev 1:01:37

7d ago1:01:37

1:01:37

Aeroprakt manufacturer Yuriy Yakovlev speaks with Ben Moses about aircraft manufacturing continuing during the country's war with Russia. Plus Ian and David break down recent unleaded aircraft fuel developments, warn pilots about avionics thefts, welcome new ASI leader Mike Ginter, and chat about personal aircraft maintenance.…

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EP81 - Information Whiskey: broken hoses, hangar rant, and mailbox lasagna 57:33

12d ago57:33

57:33

Join Ben, Brian, and Ted discussing a potpourri of topics, including Ted's trip that was 4x as fast as driving, Josh's Cirrus emergency, 1dullgeek's rant on hangars, and Brian landing Lucy on grass. Mentioned on the show: - Buzzfeed: How Nashville Became One Big Bachelorette Party: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/annehelenpetersen/how-nashvill…

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Entering NASA's Workforce Pipeline via the NASA PATHWAYS Internship Program 1:03:41

8d ago1:03:41

1:03:41

NASA is looking for aspiring aerospace professionals from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about the opportunities and possibilities with all that NASA offers. My conversation included expertise and guidance from `Mai Miller, the NASA Pathways Program Coordinator, at the NASA Kennedy Space Center, and personal insight and perspectives from cu…

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EP80 - Checkride Fails - a good thing? 59:13

15d ago59:13

59:13

We are joined by CFII and friend Nathan Ballard to talk about checkride failures. Several cases are discussed and the learnings from them. * Nathan's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NathanBallardSaferFlying/videos * Brian Siskind's new (two hour) video, "the LONGEST most UNWATCHABLE flying video in HISTORY and also mountain flying" https://www.yo…

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Episode 72: Laser Strike 40:34

15d ago40:34

40:34

GA pilot Jonathan Fay experiences a laser strike while in the traffic pattern for a night landing. He tells the story of what happened, and how he was able to track down the perpetrator afterward.By AOPA Air Safety Institute

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Episode 203: PT-19 warbird trainer instructor Michael Kuhnert 32:07

19d ago32:07

32:07

Virginia-based PT-19 warbird pilot Michael Kuhnert teaches tailwheel pilots in the stout, Golden Age trainer that introduced thousands to military aviation. Plus Ian and David discuss how simulator training can save money and time, the FAA's stance on uncomplicated mental health issues, and defending low-altitude runway inspection passes.…

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Episode 60: Flying, Camping, Cooking - With Rich Wellner 1:13:57

19d ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Welcome Aboard another excited episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast. What do flying, camping and cooking have in common? they are a great combination of passions that YouTuber Rich Wellner has combined to create his unique brand of aviation content. Rich will talk to us about his adventures in flying to more remote locations, setting up camp, work…

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Aliens Have Taken Over This show! 1:03:33

21d ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Apparently, the production staff has been abducted and two of the three hosts know way to much about aliens. Who are Tony and Jim? And where are they really from? These questions and more on this episode of Hangar 49. Movie/TV Series: The Flight Machine (1930) Book: Windward-Flying cargo out of Miami’s corrosion corner in the 80’s. by Scott McDonal…

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EP79 - Airplane Partnerships: the good, the bad, the ugly 58:47

22d ago58:47

58:47

Airplane partnerships are often the best way for us midlifers to enjoy flying, and while there is good, there is sometimes the bad, or even the ugly. Several unique examples are given, plus a anonymous horror story from a listener. Mentioned on the show: * OG Chris Moran on the news: https://www.wdtv.com/2024/03/21/first-4-forum-chris-moran/ * Bria…

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"Avgas Sell-By Date" UCAP1091 1:05:36

23d ago1:05:36

1:05:36

Guest Host: JR Warmkessel. A Sandwich... FAA Reauthorization... OSH24 Notam... MOSAIC Update... Unleaded Avgas... Foreflight add-on... USD engine problems update... Watsonville Midair Final NTSB... Remote ID on RC Aircraft... Bruising Ground Review All this and more on Uncontrolled Airspace Podcast. Recorded May 16, 2024. (1:05:36) [#732] {24}…

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EP78 - OG Midlife Pilot - Carb Ice Anxiety and the Joy of Not Flying 59:36

29d ago59:36

59:36

Ben is away for this week, so Brian and Ted are joined by OG host and OG Midlife Pilot Chris Moran! They catch up with Chris, talking about how it's okay to not fly, how proficiency is affected with time, flying clubs, airport authorities, anxiety, carb heat, Super Deltas, cargo cults, West Wing, and more. Mentioned on the show: * Ted's Copalis bea…

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Episode 202: Big Bend pilot and Summit co-founder Brent Pickette 34:28

1M ago34:28

34:28

Big Bend pilot Brent Pickette brings a pilot's paradise to life with The Summit, a travel escape to dark sky country where visitors stay inside caves. Plus commentary on the Roswell air races, new AirVenture arrival procedures, GAMA aircraft delivery numbers, and triple ace Bud Anderson.By AOPA

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Episode 59: Demystifying the ACS - With Patrick Mojsak 1:04:08

1M ago1:04:08

1:04:08

Welcome aboard another episode of Flying Midwest! If you have ever stumbled through the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and felt lost, this episode is for you! We welcome Patrick Mojsak to the program to talk about his app and books, Answers to the ACS. We will get to know Patrick, his background, and how he came up with the concept for Answer…

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EP77 - Before hour zero - Beginning in aviation before you can even begin 53:52

1M ago53:52

53:52

Ben, Brian, and Ted are joined by prospective pilot Laura to talk about things to think about before starting flight training. Even before starting, what's the mindset? What can you be doing even when you can't take your first lesson yet? Mentioned on the show: * Ted's "subcultures" video: https://youtu.be/979RVlzZ_3s * The 99s: https://www.ninety-…

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EP76 - When Flying Gets Boring 57:35

1M ago57:35

57:35

Join Ben, Brian, and Ted while they discuss what to do when you have a few hours to fly. Other topics include hyperbole, flying in Sweden, (engine) infant mortality, and a musical Bag o' Words. * Nashville Ninety-Nines: https://nashville99s.org/ * XNX Music City Executive: https://www.musiccityexecutiveairport.com/ * Mt. St. Helens eruption: https:…

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Episode 201: Owning an FBO with Mike Laver 48:59

2M ago48:59

48:59

Mike Laver is one of the good guys. Owner of Aiken Aviation in South Carolina and Glendale Aero Services in Arizona, Laver knows how to treat pilots right. Plus Ian and David highlight the new FAA reauthorization law, IAOPA, and the AOPA D.C. flyover.By AOPA

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We Are Masters of the Air...Er...Podcasting 1:29:59

2M ago1:29:59

1:29:59

We're on our 15th season of this show and we've mastered a thing or two in nearly 170 episodes. We can find great movies, songs, and books. We can make fun of each other. And maybe even talk about aviation...if we have extra time. Each show is full of surprises-like this: Which show co-host and his band opened for the Rolling Stones in the 1960's? …

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EP75 - Comparison is the thief of joy 58:28

2M ago58:28

58:28

Join Ben, Brian, and Ted as they talk about the pitfalls of comparison and envy in training, airplanes, and in flight. It might be the missing hazardous attitude. Mentioned on the show: * Brian's "Comparison is a Thief" video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4UoyWk6_Mk * PDK Good Neighbor Day Air Show: https://www.dekalbcountyga.gov/airport/good-n…

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Episode 71: Engine Failure at Night 39:50

2M ago39:50

39:50

On a night flight to Grand Strand Airport in Myrtle Beach, SC, pilot Greg Duckworth experiences an engine failure in his Rutan Long-EZ. With a sea of city lights below, Greg must resort to quick thinking and help from ATC to find a place to land.By AOPA Air Safety Institute

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Episode 58: Like Mother, Like Daughter 58:21

2M ago58:21

58:21

Welcome aboard this special Mother's Day Episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! To celebrate mothers in aviation, we sat down with this mother/daughter pairing of pilots. Carrie is a 28 year airline pilot, while Adie is a recent private pilot just starting her aviation journey. We hear about their family history with aviation and Adie following in …

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EP74 - Pressures, External and Otherwise 53:45

2M ago53:45

53:45

Ben and Ted host while Brian is attending to house issues, but the pod must go on! The two discuss external pressures, from low-visibility rain during training to choosing to not fly to the Bahamas. Community feedback rounds out the topic. Ben is doing tailwheel training soon. Ted also shares a combination Bag o' Words and mistake while flying, and…

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Episode 200: Hangar home owner and pilot Doug Vayda 48:41

2M ago48:41

48:41

Eagles Nest resident Doug Vayda is a central Florida seaplane pilot who enjoys the convenience of airpark living including daily 'breakfast club' flyouts for coffee and camaraderie. Plus Ian and David explain the latest finger-pointing between NATA, GAMI, and the availability of unleaded G100UL fuel; the FAA reauthorization bill; updates from Europ…

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"Afterthought" UCAP1089-delta 15:37

2M ago15:37

15:37

One final Daily episode closing out this year's Sun 'n Fun experience. Uncontrolled Airspace Podcast. Recorded April 19, 2024. (8:28) [#731] {11}By Jack Hodgson, Dave Higdon, Jeb Burnside

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EP73 - Nashville Fly In recap, Newts, and Chinchillas 58:22

2M ago58:22

58:22

We recap the Nashville Fly In, talk about the importance of the aviation community, newts, chinchillas, and many more insights from our gathering of podcast friends.Mentioned on the show:* Blairsville, Georgia: https://www.airnav.com/airport/DZJ* Published Vertical Guidance approaches: https://www.ifr-magazine.com/system/gps-alphabet-soup/* OG Midl…

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EP72 - ATC Scott and the Nashville Fly-In Preview! 1:07:53

2M ago1:07:53

1:07:53

We preview the Nashville Fly-In, which is later this week - and are joined by BNA Nashville ATC controller Scott Wexler, who talks flight following, crossing the BNA arrivals and departures corridor, and makes a special offer of help for a possible Saturday adventure. The hosts talk through plans and weather possibilities. Show mentions: * Previous…

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Episode 199; Marchetti jet pilot Mauricio Frizzarin 57:28

2M ago57:28

57:28

Learn how Siai Marchetti S.211 owner Mauricio Frizzarin flies his jet and Aerospatiale SA 341 Gazelle helicopter from a hangar-home in West Palm Beach, Florida. Plus, Ian and David discuss feature stories you don't want to miss in the next AOPA Pilot magazine; Icon's bankruptcy; an NTSB safety lookout; Sun'nFun standouts; and the blame game between…

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Episode 57: What a Relief- With MAC Director of Reliever Airports: Joe Harris 1:05:47

3M ago1:05:47

1:05:47

Welcome aboard another episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! Have you ever wondered about airport management and reliever airports? We welcome Joe Harris of the Metropolitan Airports Commission to talk talk about their system, his role, and much more. This Minnesota based airports commission runs the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, and…

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Meet the Queen of Culinary Aviation, Paula Kraft, Co-Founder of DaVinci Inflight Training Institute 1:00:48

2M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

Earlier this year, I had the privilege of visiting and touring the DaVinci Inflight Training Institute which is adjacent to the Ft. Lauderdale Executive airport. Besides being impressed with what I saw at this state of the art cabin crew member professional training facility, I had an enlightening sidebar conversation with Paula Kraft that made me …

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Legendary Airport Boss: Angela Gittens Shares Airport Management Wisdom with Shauntel Clarke, Graduate Student at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL 1:01:03

2M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Airport management legend Angela Gittens talks openly with me and shares insight about her distinguished aviation career, her unexpected career path, and the rewards of her accomplishments. Angela has served as the Director General of Airports Council International (ACI World) before retiring in 2020; she was CEO for Miami International and Hartsfi…

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EP71 - Flying with kids, with Erica Gilbert and her offspring! 50:45

3M ago50:45

50:45

We are joined by Erica Gilbert (Gilbert Aviation, Aerosafe), and her 9 year old son to talk about the things you need to think about when flying with children, the joy of making special memories with them while they are young. Patreon members also chime in with their tips, tricks, and questions. * Gilbert Aviation: https://www.gilbertaviation.com/ …

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Episode 70: Ferry Flight 55:53

3M ago55:53

55:53

AOPA Western Pacific Regional Manager Jared Yoshiki recounts the story of purchasing his first airplane - a Cherokee 180. While ferrying it from Indiana to his home airport in California, things went awry.By AOPA Air Safety Institute

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"Abbreviated" UCAP1089-charlie 8:28

3M ago8:28

8:28

Jack, Jeb, and Jim do a quick debrief after the full length UCAP episode. Uncontrolled Airspace Podcast. Recorded April 13, 2024. (8:28) [#730] {1}By Jack Hodgson, Dave Higdon, Jeb Burnside

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"Glorious Noise" UCAP1089-bravo 16:27

3M ago16:27

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Jeb and Jack have finally made it to Sun 'n Fun 2024. Uncontrolled Airspace Podcast. Recorded April 12, 2024. (16:27) [#729] {1}By Jack Hodgson, Dave Higdon, Jeb Burnside

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"Compleat Immersion" UCAP1089-alpha 20:51

3M ago20:51

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Jeb and Jack visit Houlton Maine to view the Great 2024 Solar Eclipse, on Uncontrolled Airspace Podcast. Recorded April 8 (and 10), 2024. (20:51) [#728] {2}By Jack Hodgson, Dave Higdon, Jeb Burnside

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EP70 - The art of tailwheel flying: with CFI Ben Lehman 51:46

3M ago51:46

51:46

We are joined by "Tailwheel Ben" Lehman, a CFI in Nashville who instructs in his Cessna 140A. Ben gives us great insights on learning the art of tailwheel flying, the ground loop monster, and much more! Brian learned tailwheel with Ben, so you can hear how Brian really did straight from the source. * Ben Lehman, Nashville tailwheel CFI: https://fly…

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Episode 198: Dual Hatz biplane builders Carlo Cilliers, Rick Van Lehn 45:40

3M ago45:40

45:40

Hatz biplane builders Carlo Cilliers and Rick Van Lehn describe their challenges and successes during a collaborative effort to construct side-by-side Hatz biplanes. Plus Ian and David break down remote ID, the National Mall flyover, FAA’s mental health guidelines, and the Van’s Aircraft plan to emerge from bankruptcy. Become a member of the world'…

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"Ceti Alpha VI" UCAP1088 1:06:34

3M ago1:06:34

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Guest Host: Nick "FOD" Tupper. Overhead Surprise... Smoke System... Destin Search Patterns... Odie Tips Over... Ingenuity Final Thoughts... Remote ID For Drones... Eclipse... Sun n Fun 2024... Reno Returns... More on UL Avgas... Airport Surface Safety... Boeing News. All this and more on Uncontrolled Airspace Podcast. Recorded Mar 28, 2024. (1:06:3…

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EP69 - Happy Hour, Annuals, BFR's, and a Zulu rant 1:00:40

3M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

We take a break from topics and planning to catch up, chat with the livestream audience, listen to a checkride debrief clip, and hear from 1dullgeek for a fantastic rant on Zulu time. The NASHVILLE FLY-IN is coming up at the end of the month, learn more, RSVP, and get one of the remaining hotel rooms: https://www.midlifepilotpodcast.com Discussed o…

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Episode 56: Air Farce One - With Special Guest Bryan Turner 55:00

3M ago55:00

55:00

Welcome a special episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! On this episode, We were supposed to have Air Force Pilot Charlie Bennett, but his schedule was incredibly busy. So we found a guy with nothing better to do, Bryan Turner, to join us for this episode. Learn More About Bryan: www.worldsgreatestpilot.com https://www.youtube.com/@JustPlaneSillyB…

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EP68 - NO REGERTS and other things you would have done differently 1:02:51

3M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

We talk though a great list of things our Patreon community would have done differently in their training and flying - and add a few of our own. Also we talk Nashville fly in details - be sure to fill out our pre-event survey! Ted also shares a Bag o' Words from a recent flight with a fellow Patron. * Midlife Pilot Podcast fly-in final survey: http…

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Episode 55: For the Win - With Air Race Classic Racers Emmy and Cheryl 1:08:40

3M ago1:08:40

1:08:40

Welcome aboard another episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! On this episode, we learn all about the Air Race Classic, from Cheryl and Emmy. They are both finishers of the '23 Air Race Classic and they tell us all about how it works and share their experience. Learn More Here: www.airraceclassic.orgBe sure to follow us, subscribe on social media, …

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Episode 197: VREF's Jason Zilberbrand talks aircraft pricing 1:00:15

4M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

VREF's Jason Zilberbrand talks about aircraft pricing formulas, the pre-owned aircraft market, and how much your airplane is worth. Plus, Ian and David comment on the April 8 total solar eclipse, Redbird's state of the training industry, pixels versus paper in the flight deck, and more. Become a member of the world's largest aviation community at w…

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So Many Airshows-So Little Time! 1:27:27

3M ago1:27:27

1:27:27

In this show, we run down airshows in the Pacific Northwest and ponder how we will attend all of them. Plus, the usual breaking news, breaking movie, breaking music, breaking interview, and broken comedy. Oh, and it's the 88th anniversay for the Spitfire. All that and more on this episode of Hangar 49. Movie: Flight (1929) Book: Spitfire-A Very Bri…

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