Product review and my feedback on using the Bose A20 Aviation Headset. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Bose, A20, Bose A20, Headset, Aviation Headset, Review, Aviation...
Apr 04, 2018•16 min•Season 3Ep. 51
This is a "best of" episode with highlights from the first 2 years of the Why We Fly podcast. We hope you enjoy it! Please share this episode to help spread the word! THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https:/...
Apr 04, 2018•1 hr 31 min•Season 3Ep. 50
I don't work in aviation, but in my career I have had some interesting experiences that tie into aviation. These have had a significant impact on my aviation life, so I wanted to share those stories. I hope you enjoy hearing it! THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or ...
Feb 25, 2018•31 min•Season 3Ep. 49
Recapping a great year of flying my Tri Pacer. I give an overview of my 2017 flying and highlight some of the best trips from last year. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords...
Jan 31, 2018•33 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Interview with my friend Carl Valeri - airline pilot, flight coach, and aviation podcast host. Carl is super involved in aviation and has some great stories and experiences to share. A couple of Carl's aviation projects: Aviation Careers Podcast StuckMic Avcast THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (pic...
Dec 14, 2017•50 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Interview with Ken VeArd with Pilot Partner. We discuss the pilot lifestyle, his Bonanza flying, flying clubs, and his electronic logbook Pilot Partner. Visit pilotpartner.net or download the Pilot Partner app for a free 60 day trial of Ken's electronic logbook, then use Promo Code: whywefly18 for 18 months for the price of 12 months: $29.95. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We RE...
Nov 10, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 46
My buddy Paul made his way back to flying after a long hiatus. Since returning to flying he has expanded his experience flying gliders and tailwheel, doing an incredible cross country, and now owning an airplane! THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom ite...
Oct 18, 2017•30 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Talking with my buddy Derek Rowe who is an Aviation teacher in a local high school. That's right - Aviation as a high school subject! We discuss what Derek's students are learning about aviation, how they are earning college credits towards an aviation / aerospace degree, and what they are learning building an airplane. It is a great program inspiring the next generation! www.highschoolaviationassociation.com THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts &a...
Oct 08, 2017•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Interview with Major General Carl Schneider, USAF (Retired) and author of "Jet Pioneer: A Fighter Pilot's Memoir." www.jetpioneer.com THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: A...
Sep 16, 2017•36 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Interview with John White who has had a long career in aviation including as a corporate pilot flying a DC-3. Today in retirement John runs two aviation websites: www.aviator-sunglasses.net & www.all-things-aviation.com . THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or oth...
Sep 06, 2017•39 min•Season 1Ep. 42
My buddy Brett Leslie put an airplane to good use to go see the total solar eclipse. Hear his total eclipse story as well as some other highlights from his experiences as a pilot & Flight Instructor. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Chec...
Aug 25, 2017•52 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Talking about the highlights so far from my first Oshkosh as of Friday evening. Also an interview with an astronaut! I was fortunate enough to catch up with Charlie Precourt, space shuttle pilot, who was absolutely fascinating to talk to. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N n...
Jul 29, 2017•34 min•Season 1Ep. 40
My first Oshkosh! This episode covers my flight and arrival into EAA Airventure - Oshkosh and my first night on the grounds looking at the B-29 Doc and Blue Origin rocket. Also included is an interview with B-29 Doc's Senior Crew Chief & Flight Engineer. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (pictur...
Jul 24, 2017•26 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Interview with flight instructor Jason Schappert of MzeroA.com sharing his enthusiasm and unique perspective on aviation and flight training. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Key...
Jul 15, 2017•32 min
Interview with John "Lites" Leenhouts, President & CEO of Sun 'n Fun. Lites has an incredible aviation background and is leading Sun 'n Fun into a new era for the event itself and their mission of enhancing the future of aviation by educating & inspiring. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (p...
Jun 28, 2017•44 min
An exciting announcement from podcast sponsor Nashville Flight Training, then a discussion about the Air Race Classic with the Dakota Fly Girls, pilots Ramona Banks & Corbi Bulluck. www.dakotaflygirls.com THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items)....
Jun 17, 2017•32 min
We recently took a family vacation trip to the beach in my Piper Tri Pacer. It was a GREAT trip and a story I hope you will enjoy! THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Avia...
Jun 10, 2017•23 min
A very common question I get from people who don't know much about General Aviation is how long does it take to get places and how much it costs. So on this episode I take several trip scenarios and compare the time & fuel cost for driving, flying a General Aviation airplane like mine, and flying on the airlines. This is a great frame of reference for someone who in interested in learning about General Aviation for personal or business travel! THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Trainin...
May 15, 2017•30 min
A local Boy Scout troop recently spent the day at the airport learning about airplanes and taking their first flights, while earning an Aviation Merit Badge for each of the boys. I volunteered with several other pilots to take the boys on their first airplane rides, and we talked afterwards about their exciting experiences. THANKS to our sponsors! Nashville Flight Training Bose A20 Aviation Headset T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org . We REALLY appreciate you...
May 01, 2017•12 min
Interview with Janine Shepherd - aerobatic pilot, speaker, and author of "Defiant." Janine has the most incredible and inspiring life story, and aviation plays a major role. http://www.janineshepherd.com T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org. We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Aviation...
Apr 15, 2017•26 min
Final Sun 'n Fun 2017 episode. Features interviews with AOPA Live anchor Tom Haines, Piper, AirCam, & CubCrafters. T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org. We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Aviation, General Aviation, Plane, Planes, Airplane, Airplanes, Fly, Flying, Flight, Pilot, P...
Apr 11, 2017•25 min
Interviews from Sun 'n Fun 2017 with Blue Angels #4 pilot Lt. Lance Benson, Blue Angels maintenance tech Drew Verble, and French National Jet Team pilot. T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org. We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Aviation, General Aviation, Plane, Planes, Airplane, Airpl...
Apr 08, 2017•17 min
Welcome to Sun 'n Fun 2017! Talking about the flight down in my Tri Pacer and getting setup in Vintage Camping. T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org. We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Aviation, General Aviation, Plane, Planes, Airplane, Airplanes, Fly, Flying, Flight, Pilot, Pilots...
Apr 08, 2017•10 min
Interview with Paul Hornick, pilot with the Phillips 66 Aerostars Precision Aerobatic Team. The Aerostars team will be performing next week April 4th & 5th at Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland, FL. We talk about the team and their aerobatic routine as well as the Yak 52s they fly. Paul is also a Mooney owner and corporate jet pilot, and has great aviation experiences to share in this episode. If attending Sun 'n Fun, come by the Phillips 66 booth N-30 for a meet & greet with the Aerostars team Tues...
Apr 01, 2017•41 min
Interview with Katie Pribyl, AOPA Senior Vice President - Aviation Strategy & Programs. We discuss AOPA's You Can Fly programs designed to address the various challenges of building the pilot community. We also talk about Katie's personal flying and taking her Cessna 180 back to her family's ranch in Montana. T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org. We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N nu...
Mar 15, 2017•34 min
Several announcements of developments with the podcast as we start our second year. Also a discussion of some of the things you can do with a pilot's license that in my experience are surprising to people who are not (yet) pilots. T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org. We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63L...
Mar 01, 2017•26 min
I'm always encouraging potential pilots to go take a discovery flight, so this episode I tell the story of how I got interested in flying and my discovery flight, which was my first time in a small airplane. T-shirts & other merchandise available in the Store at whywefly.org. We REALLY appreciate your support of the podcast! Custom items available by request (picture of your plane, N number, or other custom items). Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Avia...
Feb 15, 2017•23 min
Interview with Johnathan Smith (aka LightSport Man), a LightSport pilot & instructor in Arizona. Johnathan has been featured in numerous print & televised news stories across the country. He shares the story of how he overcame a problem with stuttering to become a pilot, even though he was told that having a stutter meant that he could never learn to fly. Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Aviation, General Aviation, Plane, Planes, Airplane, Airplane...
Feb 01, 2017•25 min
Recapping an awesome day of flying that marked 1 year of flying the Tri Pacer since buying it. Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Aviation, General Aviation, Plane, Planes, Airplane, Airplanes, Fly, Flying, Flight, Pilot, Pilots
Dec 24, 2016•21 min
My brother Mark and I had a great time talking about a recent flight. I hope you enjoy! Check out my "Why I Fly" video at https://youtu.be/63Lmrqg-9xs Keywords: Aviation, General Aviation, Plane, Planes, Airplane, Airplanes, Fly, Flying, Flight, Pilot, Pilots
Dec 14, 2016•23 min
