As a pilot who loves to fly, we try to protect our hobby through prudent planning, budgeting, and training. I often get asked questions about what to do when pulled over by the police to protect our pilot certificate. Should I take the sobriety test or not? To help me answer this question is Chris … Continue reading SMAC312 Managing Traffic Stops as a Pilot The post SMAC312 Managing Traffic Stops as a Pilot appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Mar 01, 2024•23 min
Many of you have challenges when learning to fly or adding a rating. I encourage you to keep pursuing your wings and aviation goals. Today I have someone who has an inspirational message for you and knows how to overcome numerous challenges during the learning process. Keith Young is the author of “Expect Turbulence” an … Continue reading SMAC311 Expect Turbulence Author Keith Young Discusses Overcoming Challenges when Learning To Fly The post SMAC311 Expect Turbulence Author Keith Young Discuss...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr
SMAC310 Florida International Airshow 2023 Day 2 Welcome to Episode 310 This is day 2 of the airshow whose primary mission is to offer opportunities for attendees to learn more about aviation, space, and military services. Joining me today is Tom Frick and I am sure you will enjoy the diverse interviews of exhibitors, vendors, … Continue reading SMAC310 Florida International Airshow 2023 Day 2 The post SMAC310 Florida International Airshow 2023 Day 2 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Nov 05, 2023•1 hr 6 min
This is day 1 of a two-day airshow whose primary mission is to offer opportunities for attendees to learn more about aviation, space, and military services. Joining me today is Tom Frick and I am sure you will enjoy the diverse interviews of exhibitors, vendors, and performers prompting aviation, space, and military service. FIAS provides … Continue reading SMAC309 Florida International Airshow 2023 Day 1 The post SMAC309 Florida International Airshow 2023 Day 1 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCas...
Nov 04, 2023•52 min
Today I am speaking with the first female President of the Florida International Airshow and an all-around great person. Denise Dull. If you like exciting action-packed airshows that give back to the local community you will love the Florida International Airshow in Punta Gorda Florida. We are excited to be part of the Florida International … Continue reading SMAC308 Florida International Airshow with Denise Dull The post SMAC308 Florida International Airshow with Denise Dull appeared first on S...
Oct 16, 2023•47 min
Welcome to Episode 307 In past episodes, we mentioned we would be participating in the Triple Tree Fly-In but didn’t explain the purpose and details of the event. Today we have Robb Williams, the Executive Director of the Triple Tree Aerodrome, to give us some background and explain why this might become one of your … Continue reading SMAC307 Triple Tree Aerodrome with Rob Williams The post SMAC307 Triple Tree Aerodrome with Rob Williams appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Sep 15, 2023•29 min
Welcome to episode 306. Today Brianna Dittman will discuss how to successfully run a flying club. Brianna is involved with the administration of the Jacksonville Naval Flying Club, an administrator for a company ferrying airliners worldwide, and an adjunct aviation professor. Preflight Checklist: Pay It Forward. http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/ Our next event is the Triple Tree … Continue reading SMAC306 The Successful Flying Club The post SMAC306 The Successful Flying Club ...
Sep 09, 2023•58 min
Welcome to episode 305. Today we recap our best experiences from AirVenture 2023. Joining me today is Bill English. Preflight Checklist: This episode is sponsored https://www.aviatorsclinic.com Flight Medicine for pilots by pilots. Use the Coupon Code AviatorsClinic to get a free scholarship guide. Cruise Flight: The Airventure experience is both online and in person. The … Continue reading SMAC305 Airventure 2023 The post SMAC305 Airventure 2023 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Aug 31, 2023•37 min
Welcome to episode 304. Can online training help you become a better pilot? To discuss this with me today is Gavin Leake of https://www.pilotproficient.com Preflight Checklist: This episode is sponsored https://www.aviatorsclinic.com Flight Medicine for pilots by pilots. Use the Coupon Code AviatorsClinic to get a free scholarship guide. Cruise Flight: What is online training? How … Continue reading SMAC304 Become A Better Pilot With Online Training The post SMAC304 Become A Better Pilot With On...
Aug 15, 2023•39 min
Welcome to episode 303.. Today is our annual Sun N Fun edition which is slightly different from years past. We are only including an interview with Bill English where he flew with one of his co-workers to Sun N Fun in a Cessna 337. Preflight Checklist: This episode is sponsored https://www.aviatorsclinic.com Flight Medicine for pilots … Continue reading SMAC303 Flying A Warbird Into Sun N Fun 2023 The post SMAC303 Flying A Warbird Into Sun N Fun 2023 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Apr 22, 2023•12 min
Welcome to episode 302. Today we discuss how the FAA’s Flight Inspection Group, better known to us pilots as “Flight Check”, insures our safety during instrument approaches. Joining us today is our co-host and flight check pilot Russ Roslewski to give us an inside look at what flight inspection is and what it is like … Continue reading SMAC302 How The FAA Flight Inspection Group Insures Our Safety – Interview with A Flight Check Pilot The post SMAC302 How The FAA Flight Inspection Group Insures ...
Mar 16, 2023•1 hr
Welcome to episode 301. One of my favorite aviators because of his passion for flying is Dean Showalter. Dean is an aviation educator, podcaster, and all round nice guy. In a recent episode of his podcast, he discussed “The Most Challenging Approach” and asked the question “What’s the most interesting or out-of-the-ordinary instrument approach you’ve … Continue reading SMAC301 What Is Your Most Challenging Approach? The post SMAC301 What Is Your Most Challenging Approach? appeared first on Stuck...
Mar 01, 2023•46 min
Welcome to episode 300. Some pilots only fly in and out of controlled fields. For others, it may have been years since they visited an airport without a tower. Maybe you are a professional pilot getting back into general aviation and want a refresher on operating at non-towered airports. For those who operate every day … Continue reading SMAC300 Demystifying Non-Towered Airport Operations The post SMAC300 Demystifying Non-Towered Airport Operations appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jan 01, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Welcome to episode 299. During my decades of volunteering with various organizations at Sun N Fun, I have been blessed with the ability to view in person Soviet Migs and have always wondered what it would be like to fly one let alone own a MIG. Today we answer that question. Joining me in this … Continue reading SMAC299 Paul Entrekin Author of “Mr. Mig – The Real Story of the First MiGs in America” The post SMAC299 Paul Entrekin Author of “Mr. Mig – The Real Story of the First MiGs in America” a...
Dec 15, 2022•33 min
Welcome to episode 298. We all have had to take a break from flying for various reasons. One of the most difficult things to do is keep up with all the changes and our skills while we have stepped away. Additionally, we want to keep the passion alive but how do we do that? Today … Continue reading SMAC298 Keeping Your Flying Passion Alive Through Flight Simulation The post SMAC298 Keeping Your Flying Passion Alive Through Flight Simulation appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Nov 15, 2022•48 min
Welcome to episode 297 this is Russ Roslewski, not Carl with a cold. It has been a while since we’ve recorded, but for good reason – In today’s episode We switch seats! Bill English and I are going to interview Carl about his recent upgrade to Captain. Hopefully, you will learn from his experience and … Continue reading SMAC297 Carl Upgrades To Captain On The Airbus A320 The post SMAC297 Carl Upgrades To Captain On The Airbus A320 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
May 01, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Welcome to episode 296. Today we are reporting on the Redbird Migration held Feb 8-9 at the Aerospace Center for Excellence in Lakeland FL. Eric Crump Attended migration and had some interesting experiences. Preflight Checklist: Before we begin I want to say thank you to all of our listeners who have supported us through Patreon … Continue reading SMAC296 Redbird Migration 2022 Lakeland Florida The post SMAC296 Redbird Migration 2022 Lakeland Florida appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Feb 17, 2022•35 min
Today we discuss mitigating threats and managing errors in your daily flying life. Many of us hear Threat and Error Management and think oh no another acronym and a dozen things I need to learn to implement some new strategy. Today we want to give you some practical advice with examples on how to implement … Continue reading SMAC295 Introduction To Threat and Error Management The post SMAC295 Introduction To Threat and Error Management appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Feb 01, 2022•57 min
Welcome to episode 294. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly the skyline of New York City? Recently Bill English flew the Hudson River corridor and enjoyed the unique perspective you can enjoy during this flight. In this episode, we will discuss Bill’s journey down the river and discuss how you … Continue reading SMAC294 Flying The Hudson River Corridor The post SMAC294 Flying The Hudson River Corridor appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jan 15, 2022•45 min
Welcome to episode 293 and happy flying new year! This is our annual best-of addition we publish every year. This year we have 4 episodes running back to back in this annual marathon episode. Preflight Checklist: Before we begin I want to say thank you to all of our listeners who have supported us through … Continue reading SMAC293 Best Of Stuck Mic AvCast 2021 The post SMAC293 Best Of Stuck Mic AvCast 2021 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Jan 02, 2022•3 hr 49 min
Welcome to episode 292. The crew of Stuck Mic AvCast spoke with some amazing aviators about airplanes and flying. Day 2 was busy and filled with some excited attendees. We bring to you interviews from the show highlighting passionate aviators, interesting products, and some really cool airplanes. Joining me at the show are Tom Frick, … Continue reading SMAC292 2021 Holiday Flying Festival and Car Show Day 2 The post SMAC292 2021 Holiday Flying Festival and Car Show Day 2 appeared first on Stuck ...
Dec 17, 2021•24 min
Welcome to episode 291. The crew of Stuck Mic AvCast spoke with some amazing aviators about airplanes and flying. In the next two episodes, we bring to you interviews from the show highlighting passionate aviators, interesting products, and some really cool airplanes. Joining me at the show are Tom Frick, Bill English, and Eric … Continue reading SMAC291 2021 Holiday Flying Festival and Car Show Day 1 The post SMAC291 2021 Holiday Flying Festival and Car Show Day 1 appeared first on Stuck Mic Av...
Dec 15, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Welcome to episode 290 and our first annual Holiday Shopping Guide. Every holiday season we try to decide what to get our friends, loved ones, and relatives for the holidays. Why not make it a holiday season for aviation! In this episode, we describe our favorite holiday gifts to include products, services, and experiences. Joining … Continue reading SMAC290 2021 Holiday Shopping Guide The post SMAC290 2021 Holiday Shopping Guide appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Dec 01, 2021•24 min
Welcome to episode 289. This holiday season is one we have much to celebrate. The pandemic is subsiding in most of the world, businesses are opening, and we are all ready to get out and enjoy the world again. This also means more of us are in the air both in the general aviation world … Continue reading SMAC289 Preflight For A Safe And Fun Holiday Flying Season The post SMAC289 Preflight For A Safe And Fun Holiday Flying Season appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Nov 15, 2021•35 min
Welcome to episode 288. What Is It Like To Fly Without An Engine? Glider Instructor Chris Pezalla relates his experience flying through the air without an engine! Preflight Checklist: Sponsor : http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/ http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free Cruise Flight: Joining me today is Chris Pezalla. Talking Points: Can you really fly without an engine? Yes, first glider … Continue reading SMAC288 What Is It Like To Fly Without An Engine? with Glider Instru...
Nov 02, 2021•37 min
Welcome to episode 287. In this episode, we continue our series of IFR questions that started in Part 1, episode 245, and discuss a few questions many have discussed online: “If I go around below MDA, am I in protected airspace?” “Is there a “non-protected side” of a holding pattern?” “The Missed Approach Point doesn’t … Continue reading SMAC287 Beyond the IFR Checkride, Part 2 The post SMAC287 Beyond the IFR Checkride, Part 2 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Oct 15, 2021•55 min
Welcome to episode 286. Today we have a special guest who followed Amelia Earhart’s around the world solo flight in a single-engine plane. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor : www.stuckmicavcast.com/patreon http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free Coupon Code Spartan. Cruise Flight: Joining me today is Brian Lloyd who flew a solo round-the-world flight in his Mooney named “Spirit” to commemorate Amelia Earhart’s … Continue reading SMAC286 Commemorating Amelia Earhart’s Solo Round The World Flight wi...
Oct 01, 2021•1 hr
Welcome to episode 285. In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Flight Sim Expo for 2021 and the newly launched Flight Simulation Association. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor : www.stuckmicavcast.com/patreon http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free Coupon Code Spartan. Cruise Flight: Joining me today is Even Reiter from the Flight Sim Expo and newly launched Flight Simulation Association. Talking Points: The Industry … Continue reading SMAC285 Flight Sim Expo 2021 The post SMAC285 Flight Sim Exp...
Sep 15, 2021•35 min
Welcome to episode 284 today we discuss how to choose a REAL Alternate. It is the season of extreme weather and many times we find ourselves searching for an unplanned landing at an airport other than our destination. In this episode, we will discuss how to choose a “real” alternate, not one required by the … Continue reading SMAC284 How To Choose A REAL Alternate. The post SMAC284 How To Choose A REAL Alternate. appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast ....
Sep 01, 2021•58 min
Welcome to episode 283 in which we discuss a new podcast Wonder Women of Aviation with host Natalia McAlee. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor : Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology. Please visit them at www.Spartan.edu http://www.StuckMicAvCast.com/Free Coupon Code Spartan. Cruise Flight: The Wonder Women of aviation is a podcast that helps preserve the history of women … Continue reading SMAC283 Wonder Women Of Aviation Podcast with Natalia McAlee The post SMAC283 Wonder Women Of Aviation P...
Jul 15, 2021•32 min
