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EAA's The Green Dot - An Aviation Podcast

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A podcast by Experimental Aircraft Association for those who build, restore, or fly for the love of it or are simply fascinated by the world of flight. The Green Dot features EAA news, general aviation topics, history, personal experiences from the hosts and a variety of guests, and anything fun, interesting, or cool in and around the world of flight.
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Episodes

Laura Laban — Infinite Flight CEO and Co-Founder

This time on EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew was joined by Infinite Flight CEO and co-founder Laura Laban to discuss the history and future of Infinite Flight, a flight simulation app available on mobile phones with an engaged and dedicated user base. The post Laura Laban — Infinite Flight CEO and Co-Founder first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Jun 06, 201946 min

Mike Zidziunas — Lakeland Aero Club President

This time on EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew was joined by Lakeland Aero Club President Mike Zidziunas to discuss his work with young people, how to missionize chapter events for the good of aviation, and more. The post Mike Zidziunas — Lakeland Aero Club President first appeared on Hangar Flying .

May 22, 201950 min

Jeff Duford — National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Curator

This time on EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew was joined by Jeff Duford, a curator of the National Museum of the United States Air Force, to take a behind-the-scenes look at the museum, talk about Jeff’s background and start as a historian, and answer some fun hypothetical aviation questions. The post Jeff Duford — National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Curator first appeared on Hangar Flying ....

May 08, 201944 min

Jeff Thatcher — Children of the Doolittle Raiders Association Director

On EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew sat down with Jeff Thatcher, director of the Children of the Doolittle Raiders Association and son of Doolittle Raider David Thatcher, to talk about the legacy of the Doolittle Raid nearly 80 years later. The post Jeff Thatcher — Children of the Doolittle Raiders Association Director first appeared on Hangar Flying ....

Apr 24, 201947 min

Erik Lindbergh — Verdego Aero President

The Green Dot crew sat down with Verdego Aero President Erik Lindbergh to talk about his aviation background, the meaning of his legacy as Charles and Anne’s grandson, and his involvement with what he calls “flying cars.” The post Erik Lindbergh — Verdego Aero President first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Apr 10, 20191 hr 1 min

Jon Bernstein — AH-64 Apache Pilot

On the latest episode of EAA’s The Green Dot podcast, the crew sat down with Jon Bernstein to discuss his unique background in aviation and transitioning from researching and writing about the Boeing AH-64 Apache to joining the Army and flying it. The post Jon Bernstein — AH-64 Apache Pilot first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Mar 27, 201932 min

Andrew King — Vintage Restorer/Pilot

This time on EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew was joined by vintage aircraft restorer and pilot Andrew King, EAA 275985, to talk about his childhood spent at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, the vintage aircraft he’s gotten to work on and fly, and some of his flying for television and film. The post Andrew King — Vintage Restorer/Pilot first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Mar 13, 201952 min

Steven Hinton — Championship Air Racer

On the latest episode of EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew was joined by Steven Hinton Jr. to discuss his background in aviation and growing up in Chino, his introduction to air racing, some of the fantastic airplanes he’s flown, and his record-breaking flight in P-51 Voodoo. The post Steven Hinton — Championship Air Racer first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Feb 27, 201935 min

Memphis Belle Expert Dr. Harry Friedman

EAA’s The Green Dot crew sat down with Dr. Harry Friedman to discuss the Memphis Belle’s history. The post Memphis Belle Expert Dr. Harry Friedman first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Feb 13, 201937 min

Patrick Harten — Miracle on the Hudson Controller

The Green Dot crew sat down with air traffic controller Patrick Harten who was on duty when Chesley Sullenburger ditched US Airways Flight 1549 safely on the Hudson River. The post Patrick Harten — Miracle on the Hudson Controller first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Feb 01, 201931 min

Andrew Findlay — Championship Air Racer

The Green Dot crew sat down with 2018 STIHL National Championship Air Race Sport Gold champion Andrew Findlay to talk about his beginnings in aviation and his victory in Reno. The post Andrew Findlay — Championship Air Racer first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Jan 16, 201946 min

Bobby Breeden — STOL Champion

The Green Dot crew sat down with multi-time Valdez champion Bobby Breeden to discuss getting into aviation at a young age, STOL flying, the experience of flying bushplanes, and more. The post Bobby Breeden — STOL Champion first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Jan 03, 201947 min

Frank Borman — Apollo Astronaut

On the latest episode of EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew was joined by Col. Frank Borman, EAA Lifetime 300174, on the day that “The Borman Collection: An EAA Member’s Space Odyssey Exhibit” opened in the EAA Aviation Museum. The post Frank Borman — Apollo Astronaut first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Dec 19, 201842 min

Ragwood Refactory Owner Kyle Bushman

The Green Dot crew sat down with Kyle Bushman, owner and operator of Ragwood Refactory, to talk about his passion for restoring vintage airplanes and how he was able to open up a restoration shop in his 20s. The post Ragwood Refactory Owner Kyle Bushman first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Dec 05, 201843 min

Patty Wagstaff – Aerobatic Champion

On the latest episode of EAA’s The Green Dot, the crew was joined by Patty Wagstaff, EAA 200806, to cover a variety of topics ranging from Patty’s time working with aerial firefighters, to her beginnings in aviation, to her journey to becoming an aerobatic champion and staple on the air show circuit. The post Patty Wagstaff – Aerobatic Champion first appeared on Hangar Flying ....

Nov 21, 201849 min

Jerry McLaughlin – B-17 City of Savannah Restoration Manager

The Green Dot crew sat down with Jerry McLaughlin, the special projects coordinator at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, to discuss his role in acquiring the museum’s B-17 and more. The post Jerry McLaughlin – B-17 City of Savannah Restoration Manager first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Nov 07, 201848 min

Neil Hansen – Air America Pilot

Former Air America pilot Neil Hansen sat down with The Green Dot crew to discuss his life and share stories from his time flying for the CIA-run airline, which operated mostly during the Vietnam War. The post Neil Hansen – Air America Pilot first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Oct 23, 201851 min

Aerobatic Champion Rob Holland

Eight-time consecutive National Aerobatic Champion Rob Holland joined The Green Dot crew to talk about his record-setting victory, his air show career, and much more. The post Aerobatic Champion Rob Holland first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Oct 10, 201839 min

Flying Cowboys – Backcountry Pilots

The Green Dot crew hosted Cory Robin and Trent Palmer of the Flying Cowboys to talk about their group’s inception, how they got into flying, and much more. The post Flying Cowboys – Backcountry Pilots first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Sep 26, 201845 min

NASA Chief Historian Bill Barry

The Green Dot crew sat down with NASA’s chief historian Bill Barry to discuss topics ranging from the pre-NASA days all the way to present day, plus plenty in between. The post NASA Chief Historian Bill Barry first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Sep 12, 201849 min

Aviation Films II

The Green Dot crew invited EAA staff photographer Connor Madison to discuss their favorite aviation-themed films, television shows, and documentaries for a second time. The post Aviation Films II first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Aug 29, 201856 min

Breaking Down AirVenture 2018

On the latest episode of The Green Dot, several EAA staff members recap the fun of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2018. The post Breaking Down AirVenture 2018 first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Aug 15, 201843 min

KC-135 Tanker Crew

Three crewmembers from a KC-135, who heroically risked their aircraft and lives to drag an F-4 Phantom jet to safety after it suffered mechanical issues, came to Oshkosh for a special episode of EAA’s The Green Dot, recorded in front of a live audience. The post KC-135 Tanker Crew first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Aug 01, 201848 min

Operation Migration’s Joe Duff

Joe Duff joined The Green Dot crew to talk about Operation Migration, the effort to reintroduce Whooping cranes into eastern North America, which inspired the movie Fly Away Home. The post Operation Migration’s Joe Duff first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Jun 27, 201845 min

The Restorers 15th Anniversary with Adam and Kara White

Filmmakers Adam and Kara White stopped by The Green Dot studio to talk about The Restorers 15th anniversary and much more. The post The Restorers 15th Anniversary with Adam and Kara White first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Jun 13, 201854 min

Paul Dye – Former NASA Flight Director and Kitplanes Editor-in-Chief

Former NASA flight director and Kitplanes Editor-in-Chief Paul Dye stopped by The Green Dot studio to talk about his storied career, his homebuilding experiences, and more. The post Paul Dye – Former NASA Flight Director and Kitplanes Editor-in-Chief first appeared on Hangar Flying .

May 30, 201841 min

Powered Paragliding with Eric Farewell

EAA’s The Green Dot team sat down with Paradigm Aerobatic Team founder Eric Farewell to discuss the ins and outs of powered paragliding. The post Powered Paragliding with Eric Farewell first appeared on Hangar Flying .

May 16, 201844 min

EAA’s The Green Dot – Returning to Flight with Instructor Steve Krog

EAA’s The Green Dot crew sat down with Cub Air Flight founder Steve Krog to take questions from listeners and give tips for out-of-practice pilots to return to the left seat. The post EAA’s The Green Dot – Returning to Flight with Instructor Steve Krog first appeared on Hangar Flying .

May 02, 201855 min

Hangar Flying with The Green Dot Crew

EAA’s The Green Dot crew sat down with EAA Flight Training Manager Joe Norris to swap some of their favorite flying stories. The post Hangar Flying with The Green Dot Crew first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Apr 18, 201844 min

EAA Staff at SUN ‘n FUN

EAA’s The Green Dot crew sat down with EAA staffers Jim Busha and Dennis Dunbar, both of whom are in Florida, to talk about SUN 'n FUN 2018. The post EAA Staff at SUN ‘n FUN first appeared on Hangar Flying .

Apr 13, 201834 min
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