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 … Continue reading US Sport Aviation Expo 2018 Day 2 – SMAC162 The post US Sport Aviation Expo 2018 Day 2 – SMAC162 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jan 30, 2018•1 hr 9 min
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 … Continue reading US Sport Aviation Expo 2018 Day 1 – SMAC161 The post US Sport Aviation Expo 2018 Day 1 – SMAC161 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jan 29, 2018•1 hr 14 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC160 The Most Seaplane Friendly City In The World and The NTSB Drone Program with Bill English The post SMAC160 The Most Seaplane Friendly City In The World and The NTSB Drone Pro...
Jan 16, 2018•36 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC159 Best Of Stuck Mic AvCast 2017 The post SMAC159 Best Of Stuck Mic AvCast 2017 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jan 01, 2018•3 hr 57 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC158 What Flight School Is Best For You? The post SMAC158 What Flight School Is Best For You? appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Dec 14, 2017•1 hr 28 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC157 Flying Eyes Optics Dean Siracusa – Flying the Meyers 200 The post SMAC157 Flying Eyes Optics Dean Siracusa – Flying the Meyers 200 appeared first on Stuck Mi...
Dec 01, 2017•59 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC156 From Cessna To F16 One Pilots Dream Come True The post SMAC156 From Cessna To F16 One Pilots Dream Come True appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ...
Nov 15, 2017•50 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC155 Live From AOPA Fly-In Tampa FL The post SMAC155 Live From AOPA Fly-In Tampa FL appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Nov 01, 2017•1 hr 36 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC154 Ways To Improve Piloting Skill And Have Fun In The Process The post SMAC154 Ways To Improve Piloting Skill And Have Fun In The Process appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast...
Oct 15, 2017•1 hr 9 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC153 When A Career And Passion Come Together The post SMAC153 When A Career And Passion Come Together appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Sep 29, 2017•1 hr 2 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC152 AOPA Fly In – Norman Oklahoma The post SMAC152 AOPA Fly In – Norman Oklahoma appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Sep 15, 2017•1 hr 6 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC151 How One Pilot Changed The Approach Minimums In Brazil – Interview with Arnold Pieper The post...
Sep 01, 2017•58 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC150 Interviews From AirVenture – Oshkosh 2017 The post SMAC150 Interviews From AirVenture – Oshkosh 2017 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Aug 15, 2017•59 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC149 Pilot Partner Founder Ken VeArd The post SMAC149 Pilot Partner Founder Ken VeArd appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Aug 01, 2017•1 hr 8 min
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 … Continue reading SMAC148 The Challenges of Picking Up IFR Clearances In The Air and A Descend VIA Example The post SMAC148 The Challenges of Pi...
Jul 15, 2017•1 hr 7 min
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: Glider Rating … Continue reading SMAC147 Soaring, Light Sport, Glider Clubs, and Weight-Shift Trikes with Pilot...
Jul 01, 2017
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 … Continue reading SMAC146 How to Survive A Plane Crash The post SMAC146 How to Survive A Plane Crash appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jun 15, 2017
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 … Continue reading SMAC145 Modern Day Barnstormer Dewey Davenport The post SMAC145 Modern Day Barnstormer Dewey Davenport appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jun 01, 2017
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 … Continue reading SMAC144 Airshow Entertainer and WWII Reenactor Theresa Eaman The post SMAC144 Airshow Entertainer and WWII Reenactor Theresa Eaman appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
May 15, 2017
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 … Continue reading SMAC143 Interviews From Sun N Fun 2017 The post SMAC143 Interviews From Sun N Fun 2017 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
May 01, 2017
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 … Continue reading SMAC142 Live From Sun N Fun 2017 The post SMAC142 Live From Sun N Fun 2017 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Apr 14, 2017
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. … Continue reading SMAC141 Up For A New Flying Challenge? How About A Multi-Engine Rating? The post SMAC141 Up For A New Flying Challenge? How About A Multi-Engine Rating? appeared first on St...
Apr 01, 2017
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 … Continue reading SMAC140 Aviation Podcast Pioneer Kent Shook The post SMAC140 Aviation Podcast Pioneer Kent Shook appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Mar 15, 2017
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 … Continue reading SMAC139 Squawking and Talking The post SMAC139 Squawking and Talking appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Mar 01, 2017
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 … Continue reading SMAC138 Flight Plan Fear, Dead Reckoning Legs, and More The post SMAC138 Flight Plan Fear, Dead Reckoning Legs, and More appeared first on St...
Feb 15, 2017
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 : … Continue reading SMAC137 Flying With Diabetes, Jeppesen Chart Enhancements, Hold Short Of Where? The post ...
Feb 01, 2017
In episode 136 we discuss third class medical reform, interview Victoria and discuss a recent article written about her, and discuss the approach to ILS 01 in Medellin, Columbia discussed in a past episode. Of course, we have picks of the week, exciting announcements, and more. Don’t forget to click on the video of the week … Continue reading SMAC136 Third Class Medical Reform Is Here and Positive Trends for GA! The post SMAC136 Third Class Medical Reform Is Here and Positive Trends for GA! appe...
Jan 15, 2017
Happy New Year from all of us here at the Stuck Mic AvCast and welcome to a special edition of the podcast. In this episode, as we do every year, we compiled a show with the best of 2016. The bests episodes for the year based on your feedback and those chosen by our co-hosts. … Continue reading SMAC135 The Best Of 2016 The post SMAC135 The Best Of 2016 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jan 01, 2017
Carl is here with Rick Felty, Larry Overstreet, Tom Frick, and special guest Paul Grieco from the Aviation Careers Podcast. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor: AerospaceScholarships.com is the largest online directory for aviation scholarships for those looking to be a professional pilot, a GA pilot looking to learn more or knock the rest o their skills, or for those aspiring … Continue reading SMAC134 Fuel Planning; Emergency and Minimum Fuel Explained The post SMAC134 Fuel Planning; Emergency and Mi...
Dec 14, 2016
Eric, Rick, Victoria, Larry, Russ and Carl are all here to discuss winter flying, stabilized approaches, and flying when sick. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor: AviationCareersPodcast.com – Scholarships, Career Counseling, Interview Preparation and more. Go To AviationCareersPodcast.com. Announcements: Thanks to Pilot Mandi On Instagram for the photo this week. Follow Us On Instagram: Eric Crump – Students … Continue reading SMAC133 Winter Flying, Stabilized Approaches, and Flying Sick The post SMAC...
Dec 01, 2016
