Why We Fly

EAA Airventure Oshkosh 2018! This episodes talks about my flight up in the Tri Pacer and arrival into Oshkosh, as well as the GREAT camping spot I was lucky enough to get in Vintage Camping.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast!  Custom...

Announcement with my agenda for Oshkosh including several meetups where I hope to see some listeners. If you are going to be at Oshkosh, please try to make it to one of these or reach out to me to meetup another time during the week. This episode includes an interview with Dick Knapinski, EAA Director of Communictions, with an in depth look at what to expect at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2018.   THANK...

These are the remaining interviews from Sun 'n Fun 2018. I sat down with country singer Aaron Tippin to discuss his extensive experience in Aviation. Then AOPA Ambassador Jamie Beckett shares his passion for flying. Finally, several of the SnF Radio volunteers discuss their various flying experiences over beers at Camp RadioActive, our homebase group campsite during Sun 'n Fun.   Listen Year Round...

Interviews for Sun 'n Fun Radio from SnF 2018. New Commercial Pilot Deon Mitton talks about professional floatplane flying in the Bahamas. Then two Alaska Airmen discuss flying a Cessna 172 from Alaska to Russia! Listen Year Round to Sun 'n Fun Radio THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org ....

Interview with Tim Ostrom, the president of Old Hickory Flyers. I was a member of OHF flying their 180hp Cessna 172 - Tweety Bird - before purchasing my Tri Pacer. Tim and I have a discussion about his flying background, flying clubs, and aviation safety.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly...

Product review and my feedback on using the Bose A20 Aviation Headset.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast!  Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items).     Check out my "Why I Fly" video...

This is a "best of" episode with highlights from the first 2 years of the Why We Fly podcast. We hope you enjoy it! Please share this episode to help spread the word!   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast!  Custom items available by requ...

I don't work in aviation, but in my career I have had some interesting experiences that tie into aviation. These have had a significant impact on my aviation life, so I wanted to share those stories. I hope you enjoy hearing it!   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciat...

Recapping a great year of flying my Tri Pacer. I give an overview of my 2017 flying and highlight some of the best trips from last year.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast!  Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N...

Interview with my friend Carl Valeri - airline pilot, flight coach, and aviation podcast host. Carl is super involved in aviation and has some great stories and experiences to share. A couple of Carl's aviation projects: Aviation Careers Podcast StuckMic Avcast   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  wh...

Interview with Ken VeArd with Pilot Partner. We discuss the pilot lifestyle, his Bonanza flying, flying clubs, and his electronic logbook Pilot Partner.   Visit pilotpartner.net  or download the Pilot Partner app for a free 60 day trial of Ken's electronic logbook, then use Promo Code: whywefly18 for 18 months for the price of 12 months: $29.95.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training...

My buddy Paul made his way back to flying after a long hiatus. Since returning to flying he has expanded his experience flying gliders and tailwheel, doing an incredible cross country, and now owning an airplane!   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support o...

Talking with my buddy Derek Rowe who is an Aviation teacher in a local high school. That's right - Aviation as a high school subject! We discuss what Derek's students are learning about aviation, how they are earning college credits towards an aviation / aerospace degree, and what they are learning building an airplane. It is a great program inspiring the next generation! www.highschoolaviationass...

Interview with Major General Carl Schneider, USAF (Retired) and author of "Jet Pioneer: A Fighter Pilot's Memoir." www.jetpioneer.com   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast!  Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N num...

Interview with John White who has had a long career in aviation including as a corporate pilot flying a DC-3. Today in retirement John runs two aviation websites: www.aviator-sunglasses.net & www.all-things-aviation.com .   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your...

My buddy Brett Leslie put an airplane to good use to go see the total solar eclipse. Hear his total eclipse story as well as some other highlights from his experiences as a pilot & Flight Instructor.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast...

Talking about the highlights so far from my first Oshkosh as of Friday evening. Also an interview with an astronaut!  I was fortunate enough to catch up with Charlie Precourt, space shuttle pilot, who was absolutely fascinating to talk to.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALL...

My first Oshkosh!  This episode covers my flight and arrival into EAA Airventure - Oshkosh and my first night on the grounds looking at the B-29 Doc and Blue Origin rocket.  Also included is an interview with B-29 Doc's Senior Crew Chief & Flight Engineer.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefl...

Interview with flight instructor Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com sharing his enthusiasm and unique perspective on aviation and flight training.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at  whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast!  Custom items available by request (picture of your plan...

Interview with John "Lites" Leenhouts, President & CEO of Sun 'n Fun.  Lites has an incredible aviation background and is leading Sun 'n Fun into a new era for the event itself and their mission of enhancing the future of aviation by educating & inspiring.    THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefl...

An exciting announcement from podcast sponsor Nashville Flight Training, then a discussion about the Air Race Classic with the Dakota Fly Girls, pilots Ramona Banks & Corbi Bulluck.   www.dakotaflygirls.com   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the p...

We recently took a family vacation trip to the beach in my Piper Tri Pacer.  It was a GREAT trip and a story I hope you will enjoy!   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org .  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast!  Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number...

A very common question I get from people who don't know much about General Aviation is how long does it take to get places and how much it costs.  So on this episode I take several trip scenarios and compare the time & fuel cost for driving, flying a General Aviation airplane like mine, and flying on the airlines.  This is a great frame of reference for someone who in interested in learning about...

A local Boy Scout troop recently spent the day at the airport learning about airplanes and taking their first flights, while earning an Aviation Merit Badge for each of the boys.  I volunteered with several other pilots to take the boys on their first airplane rides, and we talked afterwards about their exciting experiences.   THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Hea...

Interview with Janine Shepherd - aerobatic pilot, speaker, and author of "Defiant."  Janine has the most incredible and inspiring life story, and aviation plays a major role.   http://www.janineshepherd.com   T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org.  We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast!  Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or...