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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Why fly multi-engine aircraft?

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:

Picks Of The Week:

Carl – The Complete Multi-Engine Pilot – https://amzn.to/4iurBpF

Bill – Doug Rozendaal, multi-engine ground school. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD3YPdOH5Xo

Leslie – FAA WINGS Course ALC-30 “Multi-Engine Safety Review”

Tom – Multi-Engine Pilot Flight Maneuvers

James: https://www.dfcsociety.org

Russ: Night Intruder: A Personal Account of the Radar War Between the RAF and Luftwaffe Night-Fighter Forces by Jeremy Howard-Williams https://amzn.to/4fxdope

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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Are You trying to decide what to get your favorite aviators for the holidays? This episode is for you. The team at Stuck Mic AvCast has thought long and hard to come up with gifts you can buy your favorite aviators this season! And that includes you! Let’s get started!

Preflight Checklist:

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

Stuck Mic AvCast Holiday Gift Guide

Experiences:

Carl – https://pattywagstaff.com/school/

Bill – https://www.tacaero.com/

Chris – Seaplane & Land Flights | Tours & Charters | Kenmore Air

Leslie – The Pilot’s Quarters, Backcountry Pilot Experience at Buffalo Outdoor Center

Fun Gifts:

Carl – https://metarmaps.com/

Bill – How To Eat An Airplane (Bad Idea Book Club)

Chris – Paper Airplane Kit: Publications International Ltd.

Leslie – Melissa & Doug Interactive Jet Pilot Dashboard (ages 3+)

Gifts To Make Us Better Pilots:

Carl – https://kingschools.com/cleared-for-multi-engines

Bill – https://www.cloudahoy.com/

Chris – Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (2024): FAA-H-8083-25C by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), U.S. Department of Transportation, Paperback

Leslie – ACR ReQLink 400 Personal Locator Beacon

After Landing Checklist:

Picks Of The Week:

This episode is one big pick of the week!

Links:

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

Booth A-41

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Preflight Checklist:

Cruise Flight:

The Flight Review

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:

Picks Of The Week:

Tom – ALC-25: Flight Review Prep Guide

https://www.faasafety.gov/files/helpcontent/Courses/ALC-25/content/index.html#/

Carl – The Practical Guide To Winter Flying will not only teach you how to manage encounters with ground and in-flight icing but also provide you the tools to make smarter decisions so you fly confidently during the coming cold, winter months.

Leslie – AOPA’s Focused Flight Review profiles

James – AC 61-98D Currency Requirements and Guidance for the Flight Review and Instrument Proficiency Check

Links:

https://stuckmicavcast.com/podcast/smac119-getting-the-most-out-of-your-flight-review/

https://expertaviator.com/2011/07/11/never-do-a-flight-review-again/

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025

Booth A-41

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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. Today I am speaking with Denise Dull, President of the airshow who has led a team to help grow into one of the best air shows in the United States. We will discuss the challenges and keys to success in creating, growing, and continuing the legacy of an airshow.

UPDATE: In light of the significant impacts of Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene on the community, the organizers have decided to cancel the 43rd Annual Florida International Air Show. The dual hurricanes have caused widespread damage and disruption across the region, making it impractical to proceed with the event.

Preflight Checklist:

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.aviationcareerspodcast.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

Cruise Flight:

What is The Florida International Airshow and What can we expect?

How it’s important to build the right show on the ground & in the air (this year’s non-jet team show revenue will be needed to help fund the costs of next year’s show but ticket purchasers are saying they will wait for the Blues…that actually hurts us)

Building strategic community partnerships. Our new Charlotte Community Foundation partnership is funding the expansion of our Earn Your Wings reading program into Middle Schools and our new Innovators STEM Pavilion & Family Aviation Experience area

What is the Presidents Club?

Trying to work harder – reviewing costs of a growing show while losing funding….huge hurdle and building additional/nontraditional revenue streams

Losing the majority of our Board experience in one year and trying to develop new depth and sustainability while preparing for major shows and juggling airport expansion & airline challenges

Top 10 USA Today Reader’s Choice & Signature Events of the Southeast 2024

https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-air-show-2024/

After Landing Checklist:

Links:

https://www.floridaairshow.com/

https://www.facebook.com/denise.c.dull

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