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Rotor Revolution RC Podcast

Nick Wisdom, Brian Byrdsong, Alex Dean and Kenny Hutton

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A podcast dedicated to all disciplines, types, and brands of radio control helicopters. Whether you fly the latest and greatest, or are still rocking a flybarred helicopter, this is the podcast for you. If you fly scale, competition, 3D, electric, nitro, gassers, or a mall kiosk helicopter we want to celbrate you and your stories and share them with the rest of the community. Each episode will bring reviews, interviews, news, and the adventures of our hosts in the RC helicopter hobby.
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Flight Suit Friday was a created by a group of Coast Guard Aviators to share stories, discuss the art of search and rescue, and most importantly, to revel in this demanding, yet impossibly rewarding, job. Also, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday For any Coasties out there past or present, aviators, sailors, watchstanders - there are tales of heroism and rules of life we can all live by and enjoy listening to. We hope to expand our reach beyond the Mighty 65 as the show goes on. Host ...
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RC Heli Nation is a weekly production, Join Dan, Devin, Nick Wisdom and Rob, as they talk about the amazing world of Remote Controlled Helicopters. You will get a chance to hear from manufactures, pro pilots and everyday hobbyist. We do not take ourselves too seriously, but we also take pride in the timely and informative content of RCHN... we just like to laugh a lot when we do it. You will get to hear us poke fun at everybody in the hobby, but mostly we poke fun at each other. Give us a tr ...
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This week we're excited to have SAB Factory Pilot Kyle Stacy on the show to talk all about the latest helicopter releases from SAB: the iL Goblin Pro and iL Goblin Raw. As one of the few people in the world that's flown both, Kyle shares his unique perspective after being involved with the development and testing of so many SAB helicopters over the…
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The team sits down with CDR's Charles Wilson and Daniel Schrader to discuss the Coast Guard's own Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON), the mission set, goals, and future growth. Although the team tries to to get the Commanders to spill the tea about the mission, they only give us enough to tease and perhaps have us put it on the ol' …
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This week the crew focuses on two new offerings in the 700 size, the Goosky RS7 and the OMP M7. Trying to decide between the two? Curious about either of them? We cover both helicopters in depth and cover what we like, don't like, love, and enjoy about both models. On top of that we'll hear from IRCHA board member Tima with special guest Andy Ross,…
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This is a good one folks! Take a listen as the team sits down with legendary stunt helicopter pilot Chuck Aaron. As the forerunner of helicopter aerobatics, Chuck describes how he got into the business, how he built a Cobra before it became illegal, and a few of the block buster movies he flew in. Please don't get ideas and try this yourself! Keep …
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This week the gang is all here and we have lots to talk about. Summer is here and we're all getting in flights, Alex and Nick are cranking out flights, Brian puts the work in and heads to his first contest of the year, and Kenny hits the Dragonfly funfly and well... you'll want to hear what happened. On top of this we have all the latest news from …
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For our final installment of the Women in Aviation Series, Miranda talks with a few members of th eplanning committee to get a behind the scenes look at thier goals for the future. LCDR Michelle Cosenza, LCDR Cassie Hawley, and LCDR Maggie Champlain discuss this year's conference, planning committee challenges, and their hopes for future conference…
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This week Alex, Kenny and Nick sit down with Rotorflight power user Tomas Kirnak to discuss this extremely affordable FBL that utilizes open source community written software to power it. We cover the basics of how to get involved with the rotorflight community, what are the hardware options, which radios it's compatible with, how is the setup proc…
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Part 2 of the WAI series, Miranda sits down with Liz Booker. Liz is a retired US Coast Guard helicopter pilot and foreign diplomat, and a writer for children and young adults. She built a community of readers, writers, and aviation enthusiasts around stories featuring women in aviation. Her community includes a 2K+ member book club, 170 member writ…
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This week the gang is all here and excited to catch up on what we've all been up to. Nick dives back into the hobby after all that work travel, Alex has yet ANOTHER funfly mishap, Brian is finding new ways to practice, and Kenny is tuning up a storm. We do the usual news catching you up on the latest goings on in the radio control helicopter hobby,…
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Welcome! As Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, the team called Kenny and Ryan to pinch hit with Nick and a special guest, CAPT Patrick Dill. CAPT Dill has been spearheading a campaign to better track and take care of Coasties from all communities, even the ones who float on boats. He shares some phenomenal insight into how we are takin…
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This week, Kenny, Nick and Alex talk about motivation... How do you get it back when you lose it? How do you renew your interest in the hobby when you are in a slump? How do you get your buddy out to the field to fly with you? We'll cover all these topics and more, and even talk a little about the negative forces that can work against you wanting t…
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The team sits down Jason Quinn from The Real ResQ Podcast and discusses his former life as a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer, his current adventures, and new rescue gear! Tune in and hear some different perspectives and techniques on high risk rescues! As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. …
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It's not everyday that most of us agree on something... but in this episode you'll hear all about how Kenny, Alex and Nick all love their Tron Dnamics. We'll cover the all the details from the build, to our electronics, to why and how it flies different, and most importantly, why we think it might be another great helicopter to add to your fleet. W…
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Ever make a mistake that's caused a crash? Or wish you knew something then that you do now? Well this week the gang is all here and we spend the episode sharing our best mistakes and what we learned from them. We hope by sharing our mistakes, that we can help you prevent making the same ones. Have a mistake of your own you would like to share? Emai…
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Normally behind the scenes, Miranda Fay takes the mic to kick off our Women in Aviation International Conference coverage. Miranda is joined by 6 junior aviation members to talk about their experience at the conference, provide insight to the importance of the conference and talk about the take aways from the weekend. It’s not often we get to highl…
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This week we sit down with one of the three owners of Tron Helicopters, Joachim Etter. We'll learn a bit more about the recent release of their 550 size helicopters the Gemini and Orion. We'll answer questions about why are there two different canopy and side frame design choices, how might this effect the rest of the line, and more about the futur…
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The team welcomes CDR Doug Watson (ret.). Doug recounts his experience from a survivors perspective as an HH-60 pilot whose helicopter entered the water during the dramatic M/V Selendang Ayu SAR case! P.S. Sam was last seen shredding some gnar in Europe, we really don't know where he is this time.. Nick is still learning how to upload files to the …
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This week we bring you a very special episode dedicated to all of the news being released at the recent Rotor Live tradeshow in Germany where many manufacturers release new equipment and helicopters every year. Special guest host Rob Bingham joings the gang to bring you interviews with none other than Nick Maxwell, Kyle Stacy, Kenny Ko, Kyle Dahl, …
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The team welcomes CDR Doug Watson (ret.). Doug recounts his experience from a survivors perspective as an HH-60 pilot whose helicopter entered the water during the dramatic M/V Selendang Ayu SAR case! If you're at WAI, go find Miranda (our IG Guru), she is currently hosting the show down in Orlando! P.S. Sam's feet are cold from all the amazing ski…
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We've got a special treat for you all this week. We've talked before about how much we love the stories behind the products. Greggor McGrath of Absolute CNC products has a unique story to tell. We'll hear how his first CNC machine bought of a craigslist ad turned into a sucessful hobby business, and how a conversation between nitro enthusiasts turn…
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We have a great show this Friday with LT Brian Dugal. He and Nick regale stories of hangardeck life before they switched to the dark side of officership and pilotage. Leigh Steinbeck joins as well to back up Nick as a host! If you're at WAI, go find Miranda (our IG Guru), she'll be hosting the show down in Orlando! P.S. Sam thought Zurmat was too f…
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BREAKING NEWS!!! Surprise! This week we're releasing a special edition mini episode (on our off week!) all about the Dubai Masters. Sean Hall of Helidirect drops in to give us the inside scoop on what went down at the recent Dubai Masters Invitational 3D competition. We'll hear about some of the challenges they faced, some crashes, the entire field…
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Episode 9 (are we really almost at double digits?, that was quick!) is jam packed with goodness! The efforts to make Alex buy a Dnamic continue, Nick flies almost as much as Alex, Kenny digs in to tuning his Dnamic and lots more. The news is short and sweet this time as we head into the lull before all the Rotor Live announcements. Stay tuned as we…
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Back on track again! The team welcomes LT Leigha Steinbeck to the show to tell us another great SAR story. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the team bringing you the action yet again. If you're at the Heli Expo, check out booth 3015 and jump on the show with us! P.S. Sam had to switch to IPA's as he hikes the fjords of Norway. As always, check us out on …
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We are incredibly sorry for the delay between shows. We'll be back on track shortly, we promise. in a couple weeks the gang will be headed to the Heli Expo to record even more shows! Swing by and say hello on air if you're in the area! In the meantime, check out this throwback to one of our most popular shows. It'll give you the chills all over aga…
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This week the whole gang is back with the first of what will become a semi regular series on the show: Build Tips and Tricks. The crew shares some of their favorite methods for a variety of build tasks and offers you some of their favorite tips. We'll do episodes like this one from time to time, so if there is something you would like us to cover, …
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Heads up! This episode is a long one, but a good one we think you'll all enjoy! We catch up with Alex, Kenny, and Nick, and then dig into a big news week. Lots to talk about on this one, including the recent issues with Radiomaster AG01v gimbals installed in Vcontrol transmitters. Just that much is an episode in itself... follow that up with a grea…
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The gang is all here this week, and they are joined by guest host Scott Graham sitting in for an episode. They'll cover what they've been up to in the new year, catch up with Scott, cover some news, and then talk in depth about the hottest micro on the market right now, the Goosky S1 150mm sized ARF micro heli. We'll then wrap things up with our fi…
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We're very sorry for the delay, Ryan had sar to take care of on duty. We are joined this week by Royal Navy pilot LCDR Bob Fleming! He is the first Royal Navy exchange pilot to fly at HITRON. One of our more humorous guests, he tells us his stories flying across the pond as well as his experiences training in Mobile and figuring out how to live in …
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This week Alex, Kenny and Nick discuss all the heli treats that Santa brought, share some holiday news, and visit with our first surprise guest. There's also another installment of engine impressions, and some details behind the recent "build party" Nick and Brian attended. Like and follow our facebook page www.facebook.com/rotorrevolutionrcpodcast…
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As a thank you all for standing the watch, we have a special episode for you all this holiday routine. The author of "Rescue Rob Saves Christmas" joins us today. AST1 Rob Evans is here to spread some holiday cheer and read his book to us all. But first, the team talks about what is on their respective gift lists! P.S. Sam probably skiing the Matter…
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Most of the crew is freshly back from the Orlando, Florida based funfly the Winter Bash. Alex, Nick and Kenny talk about their great time at the end of season event. We catch up with what Brian has been up to while we were gone, and chat through the latest goings on in the hobby in the Rotor Report. We close out the episode with some reachable, but…
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This one is a big one. The case of the M/V Selendang Ayu is one of the most well known SAR cases in recent CG history. We have CAPT Tim Eason (ret.) join us to recount the story from the perspective of the MH-65 on scene. What a way to bring together our 80th episode on our 2-year anniversary! Thank you all for listening! P.S. Sam is in Edinbergh S…
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In this episode we spend some extra time with each of the crew to learn a little more about them, and what they've been up to lately. What have they been flying, what's on the bench, and what plans do they have for winter builds. Before we dive in with guests and tech topics we want to give everyone a chance to get to know each of us a little bit b…
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Kenny is still supervising Max as we post our stories from the Roost. Good thing too because Max forgot to hit record the first time, thanks Max. Get ready for a phenomenal SAR story again as CAPT Nate Coulter (ret.) and LT Chris Guernsey sit down in person to tell us about their harrowing Kodiak rescue that earned them the Erickson Award. P.S. Sam…
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In this first full length episode, you'll have a chance to meet the crew of the Rotor Revolution Podcast. We'll spend this episode getting to know a little bit about each of them, their history in the hobby, what models they fly, radios and fbls they prefer, and a bit more of their background. We'll then take our first crack at the news and then wr…
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Kenny is back! Max needed supervision at the Roost so we sent the old guy in. Tommy Humphrey (LCDR ret.), now a Delta pilot, ilistens to Max and Kenny convince him they could land a passenger jet... AET1 David Segal and Josh Carwell also join the show as the crew tells us of the harrowing case that resulted in their being presented with the Elmer S…
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In this teaser epsode, host Nick Wisdom introduces the Rotor Revolution RC podcast, discusses it's priorities, hopes and goals, and teases just who the cast might be. Look for our first episode with the whole crew in the next two weeks. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RotorRevolutionRCPodcast. Be sure to like and share to help spread the re…
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We are back this week with some fantastic stories from HITRON, as well as a whirlwind final flight ROL from James Fennessey. Thankfully, Josh Alleman was there to keep him in line as they logged a life saved. Keep sending us the stories and if you're at the Roost in SD hit up Kenny and Max! We've got some legends coming up soon, be ready. P.S. Sam …
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We've spoken with reserve pilots, but now it's time to explore the world of rescue swimmer reservists. In a time when people are of a premium for the organization, there are new ways to serve. Andrew Johnson is on the show this week to give us the full details of his new life and spill the beans on who the most good looking RS reservist is. P.S. Sa…
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We're back this week with LT Adam Haworth to talk about fixed wing life. Specifically, 144 life. Adam is an OPDEP pilot at ATC and the team dives into news, stories, and the benefits of serving beer at your AC board. Finally giving some love to the fixed wing community but don't worry, we make sure to rag on 'em a little bit. But Adam can take it. …
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We get on the phone with CDR Mike Flint to discuss 60 and 65 product line updates as well as the big engineering/pilotage differences between the 60 and 65 (you know, other than being able to pull the collective through the ceiling without hitting a limit). Hope you enjoy a great episode from one of our communties smartest. A graduate of the School…
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Episode 358: Catch up 2023! Wow we actually got back together to do a catch up episode. Join Steve, Kevin, Andy and Iaen as we find out what have the guys been up to in the past 9 months. This episode also has the live podcast record at Heli Extravaganza 2023, recorded with host of The Heli Heads, Skids Up, RCHN and of course FFRC. Thanks to all ou…
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Old meets new. Well, old hangs out with new. Sam and Ryan are back to chat with the team. Sam can't help but ask questions and we all make fun of Nick. We get into the Stan Conference, EP's, Sam and Ryan gets sappy with life advice, and Sam tells us where in the world he's going on his temp sep. Oh, and Sam gives us the details on being a reserve a…
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Steve Harvey joins us! Well, AET2 Steve Harvey... As well as LT Will Colomb and LT Christian Toscano. These heros were traveling back from an airshow when they got the call. A brand new AC, no RS, and an aircraft that wasn't configured for SAR. Welcome to another future AC board scenario episode as the crew recounts their successful efforts to save…
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While we don't have Dan this week, the rest of the gang is all here, including Devin back from his long work project deep in the land of corn. This week we focus on the largest funfly in the U.S.: IRCHA and hear all about it from Devin and Rob McLellan's perspective, how was it, pilot count, competitions, vendors... all the updates. We also had a c…
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This week we had the pleasure of interviewing longtime scale modeller and retired fullscale helicopter pilot Mr Jon Ellis. We get to learn a little bit about what it takes to get into scale helicopters and what it's like to fly a huge quarter scale model helicopter. There's also the usual news and shenanigans, but we're saving the IRCHA wrap up for…
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As promised we have a fantastic story from Miami this week! Zach Gross, Landon Klopfenstein, Matt Gillett and Reese Williams tell us the details of their distant medevac case. Great CRM, risk management, and on the spot decision making are highlighted in the best of ways. Well done on a fantastic rescue and thanks for sharing the lessons learned wi…
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This week most of the crew are back! Devin is still somewhere in the middle of the country turning tricks for fivers… We hope to see him back soon. This week we are talking about selling and buying used helis. Some do’s and don’ts of the buying and selling process. Let us Know how you tackle this sometimes difficult task! Want to support the nation…
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