Preflight:

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

Talking Points:

Safety is more than just flying. We operate in a unique environment both on the ground and in flight.

After Landing Checklist:

Pick Of The Week:

Carl – https://www.redcross.org learn first aid, cpr, and more.

Russ – Remote pick of the week.

Leslie – AOPA General Aviation TSA Security Awareness Training

Chris – https://www.avemco.com/

Links:

https://www.nsc.org

https://www.ready.gov/earthquakes

https://nbaa.org/aircraft-operations/safety/hangar-ground-safety/

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025

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Preflight:

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

Talking Points:

Also referred to as the or “Compliance Program.” (Previously ““Compliance Philosophy”)

From FAA website: “The Compliance Program represents a focus on using — where appropriate — non-enforcement methods, or “Compliance Actions.” A Compliance Action can be described as FAA’s non-enforcement methods for correcting unintentional deviations or noncompliance that arise from factors such as flawed systems and procedures, simple mistakes, lack of understanding, or diminished skills. A Compliance Action is not a legal adjudication, nor does it constitute a finding of violation.”

After Landing Checklist:

Pick Of The Week:

https://amzn.to/446pp13

He’s a former Blackhawk pilot just trying to put his past behind him—but when a plane goes missing, Luke Angel is the only one who can untangle the truth. If you love flying fiction that actually gets the aviation right, check out TROPIC ANGEL by Nate Van Coops. It’s the first in a series of fast-paced aviation thrillers featuring seaplanes, shady airports, and a pilot who just wants a quiet life—but always gets pulled back into the action. The books are narrated by Scott Brick, one of the best in the business, and book three hits audio soon. So if you like your mysteries airborne and expertly voiced, start now with TROPIC ANGEL on Audible.

Links:

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025

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Preflight:

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

Interviews:

Tom Frick:

Adriana the Luscombe Lady. Tailwheel training. Learning in a tailwheel or transitioning.

Philip Gunn Recreational Aviation Foundation. The mission of RAF is to support back country and unpaved airports. https://theraf.org/

Gary Hillman Consolidated Aircraft Coverings. How to work on fabric coverings and rib stitching on vintage and modern planes. https://www.conaircraft.com/

After Landing Checklist:

Pick Of The Week:

tNo Pick Of The Week Since This Is A Live Show.

Links:

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025

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Welcome to our annual Live Event From Sun N Fun 2025. Today joining us are your hosts Bill English, James Spearman, and Tom Frick.

Preflight:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ 

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

Guests And Talking Points:

Bill English – Flying Into Sun N Fun and The Tailwheel Experience.

Carl Valeri – Aviation Careers Podcast.

Tom Frick – A Man of Many Hats to Discuss Volunteering At Sun N Fun And Why You Should Consider Volunteering.

James Spearman – Aviation Maintenance Innovative products or services he has seen on display at Sun N fun from a mechanics perspective.

Guest Interviews

TJ Shembekar – https://tjflyingadventures.com/

Dave Pasco – https://www.liveatc.net/

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Links:

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

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Runway Incursions, unstable approaches, and simple misjudgment during landing are the main reasons we need to go around, but are you ready to execute a go-around maneuver properly? In my over 25 years of instructing recreational, business, and airline pilots, I have noticed a consistent trend: we don’t perform discontinued approaches very well. In this episode, we discuss how and why you should go around. Additionally, we will give you tips and tricks to execute the go-around maneuver safely and properly.

Preflight:

Sponsor:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training, and they understand your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/

Whether financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more, click here: https://stratus.finance

As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides, and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.stuckmicavcast.com/free/

Cruise Flight:

Accident Analysis:

https://data.ntsb.gov/Docket?ProjectID=65858

Talking Points:

After Landing Checklist:

Pick Of The Week:

James – https://epicaircraft.com/

Carl – https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute

Bill – https://www.youtube.com/@Airplanefactswithmax

Tom – Eufy Doorbell Camera

Links:

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

Live From Sun N Fun: April 5, 6 pm at Sun N Fun

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As pilots, we learn many skills and thought processes to accomplish our unique mission of exploring the world in an amazing environment passing through the air. The thought process of being a pilot can play a key role in the cockpit but also benefits us in our personal and business lives. Bobby Dutton is a passionate aviator who has enabled many through his keynotes to translate the skills and passion we as pilots use to guide us towards an amazing airborne journey to an amazing life here on the ground.

Preflight:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! you can find more at https://stratus.finance/

Whether financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more https://stratus.finance

As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.stuckmicavcast.com/free/

Cruise Flight:

Talking Points:

Bobby’s Passion for Aviation.

After Landing Checklist:

Links:

https://thinklikeapilot.com/

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

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Preflight:

Please visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! you can find more at https://stratus.finance/

As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/

Whether it’s financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more visit https://stratus.finance

Cruise Flight:

Fuel begins on the ground.

Know your Fuel System.

Tools to manage fuel in flight.

After Landing Checklist:

Pick of the Week:

James- Garmin Aviation:

Carl – https://stuckmicavcast.com/podcast/smac327-collision-avoidance-tips-and-tricks/

Leslie – JPI Fuel Scan 450

Tom – The Islands of the Bahamas App

Links:

https://www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/09_phak_ch7.pdf

Accident referenced in my opening: Jet A instead of 100L leads to a crash.

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

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Preflight:

AOPA awards

Leslie: I Hart aFlying Foundation “Fuel From the Hart” scholarship. Will be used toward Commercial Multi-engine add-on training.

Talking Points:

Reasons to Buy or Not Buy (Not just about money):

Solo Ownership v Partnership

Common Mistakes made when purchasing an aircraft:

After Landing Checklist:

Pick of the Week:

Carl – scholarships for non-traditional recipients – stratus financial https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free/

Leslie – Airplane Owner Maintenance podcast with Dean Showalter

Bill – https://www.cfithebook.com/

Tom -AOPA Flying Club Finder

Links:

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Redbird Migration, Denver, Co. March 4-5, 2025 https://migration.redbirdflight.com/

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

Booth A-41

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The Distinguished Flying Cross medal is awarded to any officer or enlisted person of the armed forces of the United States for heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. We are proud to announce that our Co-Host James Spearman has been Awarded The Distinguished Flying Cross and he is here to tell us about his experience leading to the award and how you can learn from his experience and apply it to your flying.

Cruise Flight

What Is the Distinguished Flying Cross?

After Landing Checklist:

Links:

https://www.dfcsociety.org

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Redbird Migration, Denver, Co. March 4-5, 2025 https://migration.redbirdflight.com/

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

Booth A-41

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Want to truly feel like a bird and fly with the wind rushing by your face? You should try powered paragliding today! Our guest Noah will explain that it is easier and less expensive than you might think. Noah runs the All American Paramotor in Harrah Ok. Welcome to the show Noah

Talking Points:

What is Paramotoring (Powered Paragliding)?

Sponsor:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/

As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.stuckmicavcast.com/free/

Whether financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more https://stratus.finance

After Landing Checklist:

Links:

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Redbird Migration, Denver, Co. March 4-5, 2025 https://migration.redbirdflight.com/

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

Booth A-41

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