Flying Midwest Podcast

On this episode, we are once again joined by Ferry Pilot, Author, and Reality TV Star Kerry McCauley. We had such a great conversation with Kerry, that we had to split it into two separate episodes. In the first episode, we heard a bit about Kerry's introduction to aviation, how he got into ferry flying, and some of the tense moments he has had on some of these flights. In this episode, he shares more about his books, his time on the discovery channel program "Dangerous Flights," and he shares his unpopular opinion with us.

Check out Kerry's website to learn how you can get your copy of his books, "Ferry Pilot," and "Dangerous Flights."

https://kerrymccauley.com/

Be sure to follow us and subscribe on social media, and leave us a review wherever you find our podcast.

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NEWS -

Michigan - 

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70478

Illinois - 

https://www.wrex.com/news/illinois-invests-2-6-million-in-rockfords-aviation-mechanic-training-pipeline/article_7f00b94a-9ea3-11ed-b27b-7b0ccd91155d.html

Indiana - 

https://generalaviationnews.com/2023/01/24/aviation-has-10-billion-impact-in-indiana/

EVENTS -

North Dakota Aviation Association Conference - 

https://www.fly-nd.com/events/Conference

Iceport 2023

https://www.facebook.com/CreateLift/

EAA Chili Cook Off 

https://www.eaa320.com/chili?fbclid=IwAR1pxfXLCQf_6lvSdsWg7Dz_mxhn0G_VOMz1S0R1Kav3g-zayFfN0L0Rwhk

Welcome to the start of the second year of the Flying Midwest Podcast!

On this episode, we are joined by Ferry Pilot, Author, and Reality TV Star Kerry McCauley. We had such a great conversation with Kerry, that we had to split it into two separate episodes. In this first episode, we hear a bit about Kerry's introduction to aviation, how he got into ferry flying, and some of the tense moments he has had on some of these flights. 

Kerry will join us for a second episode in two weeks. In that episode, he shares more about his books, his time on the discovery channel rogram "Dangerous Flights," and he shares his unpopular opinion with us. 

Check out Kerry's website to learn how you can get your copy of his books, "Ferry Pilot," and "Dangerous Flights."

https://kerrymccauley.com/

Be sure to follow us and subscribe on social media, and leave us a review wherever you find our podcast.

Website: www.flyingmidwest.com

Merch: www.flyingmidwest.com/merch

Facebook: www.facebook.com/flyingmidwestpodcast

Linktree: linktr.ee/flyingmidwestpodcast

Email: [email protected]

NEWS - 

Minnesota - Fourth Generation Flyer

https://www.bemidjipioneer.com/news/minnesota/minnesota-woman-becomes-her-familys-fourth-generation-pilot

Wisconsin - STEM School Aircraft Build

https://runwaygirlnetwork.com/2023/01/wisconsin-high-school-airplane-building-program/

North Dakota - Drone Program Funding Boost

https://gcn.com/cloud-infrastructure/2023/01/governor-calls-37m-boost-drone-funding/381865/

Indiana - Gary Airport Fuel Facility

https://www.aviationpros.com/airports/news/21291704/fuel-facility-at-gary-airport-included-in-governors-budget-proposal

National - Flight Delays

https://www.wral.com/amp/faa-computer-outage-causes-more-than-100-delays-rdu-airport/20667102/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/laurabegleybloom/2022/12/26/southwest-airlines-creates-chaos-across-america-travel-meltdown/amp/

EVENTS - 

Hudson Hot Air Affair

https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/

EAA Winter Flight Fest

eaa.org

Iceport 2023

https://www.facebook.com/CreateLift/

In this episode, we officially welcome Trevor back to the Midwest and we have a great conversation with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer/Pilot Jason Jensen. He talks to us about the different missions and aircraft used by the MN DNR, his journey into aviation, and some hangar talk story swapping.

Jim also announces his new podcast, Fly the Transition. He’s got some great guests scheduled who will share how they transitioned into aviation as a second career. These folks take the leap to follow their dreams. Check out Fly the Transition’s first episode on Saturday 12/17/2022.

We close with the huge announcement of Rob Reider joining us on our next episode. We can’t wait!

www.flyingmidwest.com

News

Minnesota

https://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/496466/global-air-charters-first-tree-planting-completed-by-minnesota-dnr

Ohio

https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/ohio-state-university/pilot-accused-of-flying-drone-over-ohio-stadium-without-a-license/amp/

Michigan

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70026

Kansas

https://www.wibw.com/2022/12/06/kansas-aerospace-company-awarded-14-billion-army-helicopter-contract/?outputType=amp

In this episode, Jim, Madi and Trevor chat about check rides. If you are a student at any level and prepping for your check ride, you won’t want to miss this one. We will discuss tips passed along to us, how we prepared, resources we used, and much more.

Plus, we check in with the crew on their aviation adventures and have some fun hangar talk.

You can check out the links below for all the things we talked about.

Seth Lake Content - https://www.youtube.com/@SethLakeDPE

MzeroA Commercial -  www.amazon.com/Pass-Your-Commercial-Pilot-Checkride/dp/1090299400

Jeppesen - https://ww2.jeppesen.com/training-and-pilot-supplies/courseware/

Check out our Merch - www.flyingmidwest.com/merch

NEWS

Iowa -

https://www.radioiowa.com/2022/10/26/kirkwood-community-college-starting-aviation-maintenance-program/

Wisconsin -

https://www.newsobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article268786702.html

Nebraska -

https://www.ketv.com/article/oma-uno-aviation-institute-teams-up-with-united-airlines/41930089

https://www.1011now.com/2022/11/21/breaking-down-costs-nebraska-state-patrols-new-helicopter-aviation-division/

Federal Funding -

https://ftnnews.com/aviation/45095-faa-funding-for-us-airports-to-tackle-winter-weather

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EVENTS

Holiday Tree of Hope - Dec 3rd.

https://holidaytreeofhope.org/upcoming-events

In this episode, we bring your a content creation cross-over of epic proportions. We are joined by Ryan Dembroski of SuperAero. Ryan joins us in the podcast, as we join him on SuperAero Live! It is an event that nobody asked for, that you didn't realize you needed. Join us as we interview Ryan about his YouTube content creation and community, the opportunities he has had in aviation, and an overall fun conversation.

Message from the FMP Crew:

The FMP Crew all have really busy schedules over the next several weeks. We will be taking a quick break from podcast production, but we will be back with new guests, fresh content, and some fun new opportunities in early November.

If you have missed our News and Events segments, they will return in November.

Watch the Interview on SuperAero Live : 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9BhvpUlogE

Checkout Ryan's Social Media:

YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/SuperAero/

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@superaero

Facebook: www.facebook.com/SuperAeroFlight/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/SuperAeroFlight/

Be sure to follow us and subscribe on social media, and leave us a review wherever you find our podcast.

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In this bonus episode, we return with part two of our interview with airshow performer Kyle Franklin. Kyle is well known for his "Drunk Pilot" comedy act, his Dracula act, and his previous act Pirated Skies. In this part of the interview, Kyle talks more about his performances, what goes into making a routine, what performing means to him, and much more. 

Kyle Franklin: https://www.facebook.com/franklins.flying.circus

Episode Thumbnail Photo Courtesy of Jeremy D. Dando: https://jeremyd.smugmug.com/

We will also chat about The latest video from Just Plane Silly, featuring Bryan Turner's Interview with Jim. 

You can check out that video right here:

https://youtu.be/ZOpJUMlGWno

Be sure to follow us and subscribe on social media, and leave us a review wherever you find our podcast.

Website: www.flyingmidwest.com

Merch: www.flyingmidwest.com/merch

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Email: [email protected]

In this episode, we are thrilled to bring you part one of our interview with airshow performer Kyle Franklin. Kyle is well known for his "Drunk Pilot" comedy act, his Dracula act, and his previous act Pirated Skies. Kyle talks about his family history in aviation, and how he got into the airshow business. We will bring you part two of our interview in our next episode!

Kyle Franklin: https://www.facebook.com/franklins.flying.circus

Episode Thumbnail Photo Courtesy of Jeremy D. Dando: https://jeremyd.smugmug.com/

We will also chat about what the crew has been up to in the past two weeks, including Jim’s adventure to Sidnaw, Michigan for the 6Y9 fly-in.

Sidnaw Airport: http://6y9.sidnaw.org/

Be sure to follow us on social media, subscribe to our social media, and leave us a review wherever you find our podcast.

Website: www.flyingmidwest.com

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Email: [email protected]

News

G100UL

https://www.avweb.com/insider/g100ul-triumphs-now-the-hard-part/

Mississippi King Air

https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/king-air-down-pilot-in-custody-after-crash-threat/

Iowa

https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/state-news/iowa-news/iowa-lakes-community-college-earns-top-scores-for-aviation-program/amp/

Illinois

https://patch.com/illinois/across-il/amp/30871706/skydiving-fatality-near-ottawa-not-linked-to-world-record-chase

Events:

EAA Chapter 838 Flyout:

https://www.facebook.com/events/426985286066174/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22group%22%7D]%7D

Girls in Aviation Day:

https://starsofthenorth.org/girls-in-aviation-day

McConnel Air Force Base Airshow:

https://www.frontiersinflight.com/

On this episode, we are thrilled to speak with the folks with Angel Flight Central. This organization is a 501 (c) 3 providing charitable flights to those in need of healthcare through a cadre of over 350 Midwestern aviators. We speak with Angel Flight Central's Executive Director Brendan Sneegas and volunteer pilot Greg Stack about the mission, the rewards, and how you can get involved. If you are interested in Angel Flight or can help spread the word about this amazing group, visit their website or social media to get started. 

www.angelflightcentral.org

or

https://www.facebook.com/angelflightcentral

Our Merchandise site is not online. If you are interested in clothing, mugs, or other Flying Midwest Podcast merchandise, check out the link below. 

www.flyingmidwest.com/merch

NEWS

Minnesota

https://www.echopress.com/news/local/alexandria-airport-to-receive-5-8m-for-improvements

Wisconsin

https://avgeekery.com/air-wisconsin-becoming-american-eagle-carrier/

North Dakota

https://www.aviationpros.com/aircraft/unmanned/news/21277354/grand-forkseast-grand-forks-chamber-forms-new-statewide-uas-committee

South Dakota

https://www.opb.org/article/2022/08/21/forest-service-testing-balloons-in-northwest-to-monitor-wildfires/

Kansas

https://www.kake.com/story/47125644/kansas-aviation-museum-opens-women-of-aviation-exhibit

https://www.kctv5.com/2022/08/20/k-state-granted-145k-study-use-drones-disasters/

EVENTS

Northwest Illinois Airshow (Freeport). Tix $10 online, $15 at gate, kids 10 + under are free. Food trucks tix @ nwilairshow.com 

Cleveland National AIrshow - Sept 3, 4, and 5th. - https://www.clevelandairshow.com/in-the-air/

Garmin KC Airshow - https://kcairshow.org/