From the Hangar

What does French bread have to do with walking with God? Find out on this episode of From the Hangar. Host Lem Malabuyo talks with Isaac and Amber Rogers, long-time missionaries with MAF now based in headquarters with the Member Care team. The Rogers speak about their journey as Christians, being obedient and faithful followers of Jesus through their time overseas.

On this episode of From the Hangar, host Lem Malabuyo sits down with Zacharie François, a Haitian who grew up in Port Au Prince, and also an MAF pilot/mechanic! Zacharie's family became close with the MAF team in Haiti before he was born, so Zacharie grew up steeped in the MAF community. Years later when Zacharie entered adulthood, he pursued a career in missionary aviation, and the rest is histor...

On this episode of From the Hangar, your host Lem Malabuyo talks with MAF's Fred and Desi Schmidt, along with their eldest son Tyler. They chat about their multi-generational missionary family, starting with Fred being a third-culture kid (TCK). Fred, Desi, and Tyler share their thoughts on missionary life and the joys and difficulties that come with raising families in developing countries. They...

On this episode of From the Hangar, host Lem Malabuyo talks with Dave Simon and Andrew Sutton, members of the MAF Haiti team. Dave and Andrew talk about the difficult decisions the Haiti team made over the past few years in regards to operating in the country. You'll hear from them about their hearts for the people of Haiti, and their hopes moving back into the country!

On this episode, your host Lem Malabuyo will introduce you to three of MAF’s newest missionaries: Josh and Emi True, and Ryan Vinall. You’ll hear how God worked in their lives to lead them to this point where they’ve just gone through the acceptance process at MAF headquarters. You’ll also learn about the commitment it takes to become missionary pilot/mechanics, like Josh and Ryan. And you’ll hear...

In this BONUS episode of From the Hangar, Nathan Jones is in the hot seat! Video producer Lem Malabuyo hosts this episode and interviews Nathan Jones, his role with MAF, and how he feels like he "grew up" while working for the organization.

In this episode of From the Hangar, three members of MAF’s marketing and communication teams join Nathan to discuss the creation of the Advent Experience. Video producer Lem Malabuyo, marketing coordinator Amanda Charlton, writer Natalie Holsten, and Nathan give a behind-the-scenes look at how the Advent box came to be and some of their favorite parts of this year’s project.

In this episode, Nathan sits down with pilot couple Dean and Tammie Jo Shults. Tammie Jo was thrust into the national spotlight after she and her crew heroically landed Southwest Airlines Flight 1380, which experienced an engine failure mid-flight in April 2018. Dean and Tammie Jo share how they first learned about MAF, how they met as Navy pilots, how Tammie Jo’s faith in Christ, her training, an...

David Holsten comes back on the podcast this year to talk about two recent milestones in the organization's history--the 50th anniversary of the program in North Kalimantan, Indonesia, and the 75th anniversary of the program in Shell, Ecuador. Listen in on David's thoughts on the significant impact these programs have made, and his own personal connection as a pilot/mechanic in Kalimantan.

On today’s episode of From the Hangar, Nathan sits down with Heidi Blomberg, Director of Member Care. They dive into what Member Care is, what led Heidi to the role, how she prioritizes her mental health while caring for others, and so much more. Member Care is an incredibly important department at MAF, and we’re thankful to have her on today’s episode.

On today’s episode of From the Hangar, Nathan sits down with Destin Sandlin, also known as Smarter Every Day. Destin is a husband, father, aerospace engineer, and YouTuber who has amassed over 11 million subscribers. During this episode, they talk about his background, what led him to make the “Jungle Pilots are Superheroes” video about MAF, his favorite video he’s made, the MAF mailroom, and more...

On today’s episode of From the Hangar, Nathan sits down with Erick Paradizo Rivera, a Certified Flight Instructor serving at MAF Headquarters. During this episode, they talk about what led him to follow Jesus, his move from his native Puerto Rico to Nashville, what brought him to MAF, his favorite music, and more

On today’s episode of From the Hangar, Nathan sits down with Joel Geaslen, an MAF pilot serving in Wamena, Papua, Indonesia. They talk about his journey to missionary aviation, what life in Indonesia is like, the need for airplanes in Papua, his favorite meal in Wamena, and more.

On today’s episode of From the Hangar, Nathan sits down with David Holsten, MAF’s President and CEO. They talk about what led David to MAF, how he ended up in the role that he’s in, how he approaches trials as the leader, his love of golf, and more.

Bible translation is an endeavor that takes commitment and dedication. Translators Nick Swanepoel in Kenya, Africa and Stephen and Carolyn in Papua, Indonesia talk to Jenn about translating the Word of God for the Rendille people in Kenya and the Moi people in Papua, and how MAF played an integral part in their efforts.

Renee Hale talks with Jenn Wolf about how MAF made it possible for the organization she serves to bring an important medical training to DR Congo. And in the process, Renee received a special blessing as a mom and believer when she saw her son living out the calling God has placed on his life.

Jenn Wolf teams up with Nathan Jones to co-host this episode. Nathan goes into the hangar at MAF headquarters in Nampa, ID to talk to some of the seasoned Maintenance Specialists, and Jenn recaps highlights from her interview with one of the newest members to join the team. Jenn and Nathan learn that many of the specialists were first assigned in one of MAF's field programs around the world. Howev...

In our second episode of Season Two, we talk with John Woodberry & Rick Enamaker, members of MAF's Disaster Response (DR) Team, about effectively and efficiently responding to disasters to save lives. We also talk to James McDowell of MedAir about the partnership he's had with MAF in order to reach people in these desperate times.

We kick off Season Two of the Flight Follow Podcast with David Holsten, President and CEO of Mission Aviation Fellowship. David talks about his hopes for MAF in 2019, where the term "flight follow" actually comes from, and what to expect in future episodes of Flight Follow.

Imagine a small Cessna aircraft, PK-MCB, serving the Church and missions for almost 50 years in Kalimantan, Indonesia, on the rugged island of Borneo. Now imagine if that airplane could talk, the stories it could tell. We’ve brought you the next best thing: stories from the pilots that flew and maintained this aircraft, and tales of the Kingdom impact it had across the island.

In this episode we visit with Jean Wunsch and hear about her life as a missionary kid in Africa, and later as an MAF missionary in Indonesia and the U.S. Along the way, personal losses, injuries, and illnesses (and a fear of heights) could have derailed her, were it not for her unshakable trust in a faithful God.

Gene Jordan, wife Lynn Jordan, and Ecuador. Gene grew up in Ecuador, flew for MAF in Ecuador, and now his children (with grandchildren) serve in Ecuador. Gene recalls his first flights with MAF, pet monkeys, Ecuadorian rain, and how it feels going back to the same airstrips and villages and being recognized even years later as "that MAF pilot"!

Over the course of their years on the field with MAF, the Westom family had to move numerous times due to the instability of the country they were serving in. These evacuations made for trying times, and leaning on the Lord for safety and peace—and patience—was essential for their family. Brad Westom talks about these events, as well as local superstitions and how MAF flights benefited fellow miss...

John and Cora Lou Miller lived and served in Papua, Indonesia. Listen in as John speaks about the unusual cassowary bird, coming into contact with isolated peoples and their distrust of aircraft, and how a love of music can cross barriers of language. You also get a small sample of John Miller's musical talents. Enjoy Flight Follow's first episode here!

Welcome to Flight Follow, MAF's podcast! This is a short introduction to the stories you'll hear from our missionaries in this inaugural season. The stories span decades and continents though the reason stays the same - people dedicated to living out their calling as MAF missionaries. We hope you are entertained and encouraged.