Stuck Mic AvCast

Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. Carl attended the US Sport Aviation Expo 2018 in Sebring, FL. This four day event is what Carl describes as “where aviation begins because we all start flying in small light aircraft”. With many hours of interviews we decided to try something new and publish a daily show from Sebring. We wanted you to experience all the exciting new...

This is a special episode where Carl and Bill English report live from the most seaplane friendly city in the World, Tavares, FL. Bill has his seaplane rating and wanted to take a tour of the SeaRay facility. So we where up for an adventure and drove to Tavares from Lakeland. What a wonderful city which I am sure you will enjoy as we describe our seaplane adventures. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor :...

Happy New Year and welcome to our special best of Stuck Mic AvCast 2017 edition of the show. This is the annual podcast where the co hosts pick their favorite episodes and you can listen in a mini marathon special. Of course we want to send a special thank you to all our listeners especially those that helped contribute to the podcast as occasional guest host. The picture in the show notes on our...

Many people make a New Year resolution to obtain their pilot certificate or new rating. Before the year ends and to help you move towards your aviation goal we will discuss what flight school is best for you. Joining us today is guest host Dan Freeman of the Accelerated Flight School Podcast . Dan recently finished his commercial pilot certificate and is looking to complete his flight instructor c...

Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. One of the most important aspects of flying is our eyesight. One pilot, Dean Siracusa of Flying Eyes Optics, has made it his mission to help pilots increase their ability to see and avoid traffic while wearing functional and stylish eyewear. Dean is the founder of Flying Eyes Optics and an avid Meyers 200 pilot. What is a Meyers 200 you might a...

Today we have with us a former co-host and now television reporter for NBC affiliate KSL 5 in Utah, Sean Moody. Sean is a private pilot and had the fortunate opportunity to fly in the F16. The F16 recently received a new lease on life pushing back the retirement to 2048. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com Announcements: Facebook.com/StuckMicAvCast Cruise Flight: Former co-hos...

Welcome to a special edition of the podcast live from AOPA Fly-In 2017 in Tampa, Florida. Carl was on assignment in conjunction with Sun N Fun Radio. The Fly-In was a fun and informative event held at one of Carl’s favorite airports Peter O. Knight airport. This airport is where Carl began his aviation career and you will hear his excitement about returning to his roots. The weather was wonderful...

Welcome to Episode 154 of the podcast about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. Today we have a few special guests to discuss Ways to improve your piloting skill and have fun in the process. Chris Pezalla is an aviation consultant, attorney and author. To learn more and read his aviation articles visit: https://www.facebook.com/3pointaviation/ . Before we get started we have a few a...

It’s a beautiful thing when a career and passion come together Welcome to a special episode of the Stuck Mic AvCast where we answer your questions, including about when a career and passion come together. Remember you can send us any questions, comments, or stories about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly by visiting us on facebook , twitter , or sending us an e-mail at StuckM...

Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast. Our reporter in the field, Russ Roslewski was in Norman Oklahoma for the AOPA Fly In. AOPA fly-ins happen around the country bringing many people together in the aviation community. This event broke all previous attendance records with over 7500 people including 500 planes. The AOPA Fly In’s are a great place to learn, share your passion for av...

The team is here to discuss approach minimums with special guest Arnold Pieper, and how he convinced the Brazilian government to change those minimums. Preflight Checklist: We reach over 5,000 general aviation listeners every week. For sponsorship opportunities contact us at contact@stuckmicavcast.com . Announcements: AOPA Fly-In Sept 8th and 9th in Norman, OK (KOUN). Russ will be there. http://ww...

Preflight Checklist: Carl is joined by Russ Roslewski to narrate through the interviews Russ conducted at AirVenture 2017. Russ got to meet up with Larry, Tom, Dave Abbey, Dave Pasco, and Jennifer. AOPA is having a fly-in September 8-9, 2017 in Norman, Oklahoma. There will be seminars and talks on Friday and open displays on Saturday. Cruise Flight: Interviews from AirVenture 2017: Levil Aviation...

If you have used an electronic logbook, or have an interest in switching to one, we have a special treat for you. Ken VeArd, who has harnessed his technological skills with his passion for aviation to produce a truly innovative, easy to use, and practical electronic logbook. Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Ken about his passion for aviation and his electronic log book PilotPartner.net...

Tom, Rick, and Victoria join Carl for a great technical episode on the challenges of picking up IFR clearance in the air Preflight Checklist: Thank you to our sponsor, Three Point Aviation Services , specializing in aviation seminars and training materials. Checkout Three Point’s facebook page, to browse its new collection of short aviation articles. It can be found at www.facebook.com/3pointaviat...

In this episode Carl and Rick interview Pilot Jim G about his experiences with light sport, how to get into soaring, and it’s advantages. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com  offers the largest directory of aviation related scholarships, along with scholarship advice, career coaching, and more. Announcements: Valeri Aviation is moving to Lakeland, FL! Cruise Flight: Glid...

Have you ever wondered what it is like to survive a plane crash? Today Larry Overstreet and Carl interview a special guest who was involved in a plane crash and has some great advice for what to do. Preflight Checklist: Larry Overstreet and Jeff Jorgensen join me to talk about surviving a plane crash. Jeff was a Flight Instructor involved in a crash and is here to tell his story. Sponsor : Aviatio...

The days of barnstorming are not over because pilots such as Dewey Davenport are keeping the nostalgic golden age of flight alive! Dewey is an inspiration, outstanding pilot, and steward of aviation history. He is one of the few barnstormers in this country and the only active African American barnstormer. Preflight Checklist: This is a special interview with Carl and Dewey, discussing Dewey&#8217...

Preflight Checklist: This is a special interview between Carl and Theresa Eaman, who sings classical jazz and WWII songs at air shows and other places. Sponsor : Jeff Kennon Author of The Day I Learned To Fly “If you want to ignite in your small child, or rekindle the first time you fell in love with flying, purchase your copy today of ‘ The Day I Learned to Fly ‘ by Jeff Kennon,...

Pre-Flight Checklist: Welcome to a special episode of the podcast, featuring interviews from Sun N Fun 2017! Tonight Carl and Russ Roslewski will introduce and discuss the interviews conducted at the show. You can also check them out on LiveATC.net  and Chats From The Deck . Cruise Flight: Interviews featured on this show: Jerrod and Jordan Hildreth, twins who received a Cessna 150 for their 15th...

Welcome to America’s Front Porch at Sun n Fun 2017! This is a recording of the live show produced at the fly-in from Sun n Fun Radio. Rick Felty is participating from home, while Carl, Eric, Larry, Tom and Russ are all on the deck together! Preflight Checklist:   The crew gets right to it discussing Cruise Flight: Eric got to ride along in a T-6 Texan! If you ever wondered how The Polk...

Whether you are a hobby pilot or looking to fly for a living, the multi-engine rating is always a challenge. However, it can be fun, and open up a lot of doors for more flights and types of flights. Today we are interviewing one of our co-hosts Tom Frick, who recently completed his multi-engine commercial. Preflight Checklist: Sponsorship: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Career Coaching, Interv...

Welcome to the podcast where we educate and inspire you to fly. Today we have a special guest Kent Shook. Kent is an aviation podcast pioneer and one of the original organizers of Podapalooza at AirVenture. Kent has a varied technical and aviation background which helped him create the popular PilotCast Podcast. Joining us tonight on the podcast are Rick Felty, Larry Overstreet, Tom Frick, and Vic...

Carl is joined by Rick Felty, Tom Frick and Larry Overstreet to answer your emails and get some feedback! We talk extensively about communicating with the tower in Charlie and Bravo airspace. Preflight Checklist: Announcements: The new updated 2017 Aerospace Scholarships Book is now available in Amazon  and the iBooks store . AOPA WELCOMES DRONE PILOTS Rick has released another book: Tabitha Fink,...

Preflight Checklist: Carl is here with Russ, Tom  and Larry to discuss flight plan fear, dead reckoning legs, and a number of other topics. Rick is out tonight, battling a big snowstorm. Sponsor : AviationCareersPodcast.com/Coaching  if you are a GA pilot, looking into pursuing your hobby as a career, or you just need help figuring out how to acquire your ratings for your hobby, then check out the...

Preflight Checklist: Sponsor: “Thank you to our sponsor Three Point Aviation Services. Check out Three Point’s book and video on IFR holding at ExpertAviator.com . You can find out more about Three Point Aviation at www.3pointaviation.com or facebook.com/3pointaviation .” Announcements: New Sun N Fun website: http://www.flysnf.org Fly In April 4-9, 2017 Cruise Flight: Flying with Diabetes : Raisin...