Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots Club

In this conversation, Gabe Muller and James Spearman discuss the profound impact of the aviation community, particularly during times of crisis. They reflect on James's military deployment, the challenges faced during combat sorties, and the teamwork that is essential in aviation. The discussion also delves into a specific night of tension when they were involved in a critical mission, highlightin...

In this episode of Hanger Flying, Gabe Muller speaks with Matt Hutton from Airspace Auctions about the innovative approach to selling aircraft through online auctions. They discuss Matt's journey into aviation, the importance of community in the aviation sector, and the detailed process involved in aircraft auctions. The conversation highlights the unique lifestyle of aviation enthusiasts and the...

In this impromptu episode recorded at Sun 'n Fun, host Gabe Muller interviews Levi B. Noguess Sr., an experienced STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) pilot and flight instructor. Levi shares insights about flying a replica World War II Fiesler Storch Fi 156 in the STOL demonstration at Paradise City. The conversation covers backcountry flying, safety considerations for off-airport landings, and the h...

In this episode of Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots, host Gabe Muller interviews Sam Sessler, creator of the Hangar app. Sam shares his aviation background and the inspiration behind Hangar, a social platform for pilots inspired by the running app Strava. Launched in March 2024, Hangar combines flight tracking, social sharing, and safety features, gaining around 4,500 users. Sam discusses the...

In this episode of Hanger Flying, host Gabe Muller speaks with Laurie Elliott from Delta Professional Services about the importance of ATP certification for aspiring commercial pilots. They discuss the unique training programs offered by Delta, the role of experienced instructors, and the opportunities available in the aviation industry. Laurie shares her personal journey in aviation, the signific...

This episode of Hangar Flying, a Smokehouse Pilots podcast, features an interview with Kurt Muller at Sun 'n Fun. Kurt discusses his various aviation roles, including being an aircraft sales representative for American Champion Aircraft and his involvement with Tribute Aviation, a nonprofit organization he founded. Kurt shares his experiences flying different aircraft, from Challengers to Stearman...

This episode of Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots features an interview with Kala Bailey, a young aspiring pilot, and includes insights from James, an experienced airline pilot with Southwest Airlines. The conversation takes place at Sun 'n Fun, an aviation event where Kala is volunteering. Kala, who has logged nine flight hours, shares her journey towards becoming a commercial airline pilot. S...

In this episode of Hanger Flying, Gabe Muller interviews Joshua Blair, who shares his aviation journey, the origins of his brand Blaircraft, and insights into his YouTube channel. The conversation covers topics such as aircraft maintenance, personal branding in aviation, and experiences at aviation events like the High Sierra Fly-In. Joshua also discusses his recent acquisition of a J3 Cub and the...

This episode of "Hanger Flying" features an interview with Jimmy Fordham, a seasoned pilot with 55 years of flying experience. Jimmy is part of the Titan T6 aerobatic team, which performs at air shows like Sun 'n Fun and EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. He discusses his background as a retired Delta Airlines pilot and his current role in aerobatic performances. Jimmy shares insights into the...

In this conversation, Gabe Muller interviews Jess Ames from Angel Flight East. They discuss the organization's mission and how both pilots and non-pilots can get involved. Jess shares her personal journey with Angel Flight East and her passion for working in the nonprofit sector. They also talk about the challenges of raising awareness for public benefit flying organizations and the importance...

In this conversation, Gabe Muller interviews James Spearman, an Air Force pilot and owner of a maintenance shop. They discuss James' journey into aviation, his experience in Air Force pilot training, and his current role flying the KC-135. James also shares his entrepreneurial spirit and the challenges and successes of running his own business. The conversation highlights the importance of per...

Michael Leek, founder of Simuvation, shares his journey in aviation and how he got into the simulation training industry. He started as a tech entrepreneur in the aviation industry and then became a pilot, flying for charter companies and instructing at CAE. He eventually transitioned into the tech side of aviation, working on training deliverables and simulator performance data analysis. With his...

Adam Broun, Chairman of the Board at Patient Airlift Services (PALS), discusses the importance of volunteer flying and how it helps the community. He shares his journey into flying and how he got involved with PALS. Adam emphasizes the impact of volunteer flying on the lives of patients and their families, as it provides them with access to specialized medical treatment that they wouldn't othe...

Carly Walker of STEM Flights discusses the organization's mission to provide flight experiences to students and inspire them to pursue careers in aviation. STEM Flights connects volunteer pilots with students who have an interest in aviation and provides them with educational resources and follow-up support. The organization emphasizes the importance of programs like STEM Flights in shaping th...

Mike Salmon, the founder of Aviation Design and Supply and Fire Frost, discusses his journey in aviation and the services his companies provide. Aviation Design and Supply offers avionics engineering data packages, hardware kits for Garmin autopilots, and work order management software to help aviation maintenance shops run more efficiently. Fire Frost is a fire suppression system for Cirrus aircr...

Smokehouse Pilots is a social aviation club that organizes flyouts, speakouts, and has a podcast. They aim to connect people in the aviation community and create opportunities for impact. The organization has members from various aviation backgrounds and plans flyouts to different locations. They also bring in speakers for their speakouts, both in-person and virtually. The podcast, called Hangar F...

On today's episode of Hangar Flying with Smokehouse Pilots, Jana Leigh shares her experience as a wing walker at the Flying Circus Air Show in Bealton, Virginia. She talks about the history of wing walking and her fascination with it. Jana also discusses the trust and relationship between wing walkers and pilots, as well as her upcoming speaking engagements and book launch. Takeaways The Flyin...

On today's episode of Hangar Flying, James Lindsey and Smokehouse Pilots member Brent Anderson sit down with Kathy Nicoson from EarthX Batteries and discuss the benefits of EarthX Batteries in aviation and other industries. EarthX Batteries are 80% lighter than lead acid batteries and last two to three times longer. They also have a built-in brain that can communicate with the pilot and provid...

In this episode of Hanger Flying, Gabe Muller interviews a representative from AviationOilOutlet.com, an online oil distributor for aviation oils. They discuss the company's history, the types of aviators who use their products, and the benefits of ordering from them. They also touch on the topic of smoke oil for air shows. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the desire to becom...

Trenton Ray, a contract pilot, shares his journey in aviation and how he came up with the idea for Hangar Direct, a platform that connects pilots with available hangar space. Hangar Direct aims to solve the problem of limited hangar space by providing a short-term solution for pilots who need a safe place to park their aircraft. The platform is free to use and offers both public and private airpor...

In this episode of Hanger Flying, Gabe Muller sits down with Lyle Cox from Clarity Aloft, a company that produces aviation headsets. Lyle shares his personal aviation journey, starting from a young age when he became fascinated with airplanes. He talks about his experiences flying cross-country and shares memorable flights, including ferrying an aircraft over water. The conversation also delves in...

Airplanes and Coffee is a Facebook group and nonprofit organization that brings together aviation enthusiasts. The group was started by John Noggle as a fun place to interact with other pilots. It has since grown to over 242,000 followers and organizes monthly fly-ins and events. The organization's mission is to promote aviation and provide opportunities for people to get involved in the indus...

In this episode, Gabe, Adrienne, and James share their experiences from the third day at SUN 'n FUN, one of the world's largest aviation events. Despite the rain and the cancellation of the airshow, they had the opportunity to connect with fellow aviators from diverse backgrounds, exchange knowledge, and even recruit a new mentor pilot. From engaging with STEM flight enthusiasts to trying...

Mark Patey of Best Tugs shares his insights on finding good people, the aviation community, and the power of gratitude. He also discusses the origin of Best Tugs and the importance of attention to detail in product development. Takeaways The importance of finding good people and surrounding oneself with smart and good individuals. The unique and filter-like nature of the aviation community, which...

Kelly Murphy of Women in Aviation International joins the podcast to discuss the organization's mission of getting girls and women involved in all career aspects of aviation. They offer scholarships and connect members through local chapters. The conversation also touches on career transitions in aviation, the impact of scholarships, and inspiring stories of women in aviation. Kelly shares her...