Stuck Mic AvCast

You just landed after a challenging flight when the controller says, ‘Possible pilot deviation—advise you contact the facility.’ What should you do next? Should you immediately make the call? Should you explain what happened? And could your pilot certificate be at risk? A possible pilot deviation does not automatically mean the end of your flying career. Your immediate priority is operating the ai...

What does an FAA Flight Inspection Pilot actually do, and how does this specialized work help keep the National Airspace System safe? In this episode of the Stuck Mic AvCast, Carl Valeri interviews Russ Roslewski about his career as an FAA Flight Inspection Pilot. Russ takes us behind the scenes of flight inspection missions and explains how pilots and mission specialists evaluate the navigational...

Today we will discuss aging challenges and provide tools to continue flying as you, your friends, or learners approach and navigate the golden years. There is no mandatory retirement age for General Aviation (GA) pilots flying non-commercial aircraft in the U.S. While airline pilots face a strict mandatory retirement age of 65, GA pilots simply need to hold a valid medical certificate and maintain...

  What happens when Porsches, airplanes, aviation enthusiasts, young aviators, and community organizations all come together in one hangar? In this episode of the Stuck Mic AvCast , we visit the Porsche & Planes Morning Social , presented by Jeremy & Kilo Aviation at Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL) . The event brought together premium automobiles, aircraft, pilots, aviati...

Today we have a special guest Jan Cress Dondi author of The Navigator’s Letter The Navigator’s Letter, a USA Today bestseller and WWII narrative nonfiction, follows the Ploesti campaign through the experiences of two B-24 navigators, John B. and Bob—Jan’s uncle and father—friends from the same small Illinois town whose lives unfolded in strikingly parallel ways. Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel...

Today, we have a special guest, Peter Buffington, an airline pilot and amazing aviation-themed musician. His high-energy and visually exciting channel can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@SpeedBrakeArmed Preflight: Sponsor: https://pilotcounsel.com/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Peter’s aviation journey and what inspired him to fly. He was able to meld his passion for aviation with a passion...

Today, we have a special guest, Matt Ryan. Matt is AVweb’s lead editor. His eyes have been turned to the sky for as long as he can remember. Now a fixed-wing pilot, instructor, and aviation writer, Matt also teaches in a college aviation program in the Dallas area. Today, we discuss Matt’s lifelong love for aviation and how a spark at a young age lit the flame that is seen by aviation enthus...

Did you know the International Committee of the Red Cross runs one of the most complex humanitarian flight operations in the world? Today we have a special guest ICRC’s Head of Air Ops Laurent Camisa to describe the life saving and humanitarian efforts of the ICRC and specifically their flight operations. Preflight: Sponsor: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/ Coaching, Courses, and Scholarshi...

Today we have a special guest Alex Koziol better known as Alpha Kilo Warrior on YouTube. Alex was a volunteer this year at Sun N Fun and has been encouraging and entertaining pilots through his YouTube Channel. Preflight: Sponsor: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/ Courses, Coaching, and Scholarships. Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Alpha Kilo Warrior 51-Year-Old. General Aviation Private Pilo...

For over 75 years, JAARS (Jungle Aviation and Relay Service) has dedicated itself to covering the last mile of missions through aviation. Typically involving transport of missionaries, translators and logistical support, JAARS has established itself as a leader in missionary aviation in the world’s green band of rainforests and jungle regions. Steve Russell, president of JAARS, joins us to d...

Welcome to the Sun n Fun 2026 edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. Russ, Tom, Carl, and Victoria attended the airshow and had an amazing time. This is part 3 of our favorite interviews from Sun N Fun. Chats From The Deck At Sun N Fun: Eric Crump Vice President Aerospace Center For Excellence https://aceedu.org Aerocreeper https://aerocreeper.com/ Bose https://boseaviation.com/ Sandrine Gassard https:/...

Welcome to the Sun n Fun 2026 edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast Russ, Tom, Carl, and Victoria attended the airshow and had an amazing time. This is part 2 of our favorite interviews from Sun N Fun. Cruise Flight: Chats From The Deck At Sun N Fun: Piedmont Airlines Eric Washburn Chairman Sun N Fun Jane Winter and Nancy Leenhouts Antitra Goddard STOL Linda Solars Flying over the Atlantic with a home b...

Welcome to the Sun n Fun 2026 edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast Russ, Tom, Carl, and Victoria attended the airshow and had an amazing time. Sponsor: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com Our Favorite Interviews From Sun N Fun: Speed Brake Music Limitless Aviation wheelchair user did formula 1 air and STOL https://www.instagram.com/limitless_air_racing/ Mooney Anomaly https://www.instagram.com/themo...

Carl Attended the Fly With Jeremy open house and hangar event at Xavier Aviation Hangar in Lakeland FL. Jeremy has a unique and innovative approach to flight training and rental treating every customer with respect and providing an unparalleled level of service. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strum...

Carl Attended the Fly With Jeremy open house and hangar event at Xavier Aviation Hangar in Lakeland FL. In Part 1 Carl interviews Fiona X a Chinese social media influencer getting ready to fly with Jeremy. Jeremy has a unique and innovative approach to flight training and rental treating every customer with respect and providing an unparalleled level of service. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is...

Carl attended Planes, Trains, and Automobiles at Plant City Airport in Florida. PTA is a day of discovery, excitement, and family-friendly fun for kids of all ages. Plant City Airport is transformed into a wonderland of motion — where the skies, rails, and roads all converge in one spectacular celebration. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC &...

The First Annual Affordable Flying Expo Day 3 November 8 2025. Carl had a great day speaking with exhibitors and attending seminars. We hope you enjoy the live interviews. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC. You can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including...

The First Annual Affordable Flying Expo Day 2 November 7 2025. Carl had a great day speaking with exhibitors and attending seminars. We hope you enjoy the live interviews. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, inc...

June the National Safety Month and we are going to talk about keeping our passengers and ourselves safe in our home and workplace which is the airport. – This is the National Safety Council’s annual observance to help keep each other safe from the workplace to anyplace Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at http...

Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Also referred...

Welcome our interviews from Sun N Fun 2025. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ C...

Welcome to our annual Live Event From Sun N Fun 2025. Today joining us are your hosts Bill English, James Spearman, and Tom Frick. Preflight: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/  The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medica...

Runway Incursions, unstable approaches, and simple misjudgment during landing are the main reasons we need to go around, but are you ready to execute a go-around maneuver properly? In my over 25 years of instructing recreational, business, and airline pilots, I have noticed a consistent trend: we don’t perform discontinued approaches very well. In this episode, we discuss how and why you should go...

As pilots, we learn many skills and thought processes to accomplish our unique mission of exploring the world in an amazing environment passing through the air. The thought process of being a pilot can play a key role in the cockpit but also benefits us in our personal and business lives. Bobby Dutton is a passionate aviator who has enabled many through his keynotes to translate the skills and pas...

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