Hangar Talk - An Aviation Podcast

Every other week the experts at AOPA bring you up to speed on all things flying.

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Episode 147: David Moser of Cirrus on pilot tra...
Cirrus Aircraft fleet sales specialist David Moser talks about pilot training, the aviation market, supply chain challenges, how to grow the pilot community, and much more. Plus, get caught up on the latest aviation news.
50 min
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Episode 146: Retiring AOPA Editor-in-Chief Tom ...
AOPA Editor-in-Chief Tom Haines reveals some of his favorite assignments, and one that he would rather forget, during a wide-ranging interview upon his retirement.
63 min
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Episode 145: Latina corporate pilot Jessika Her...
Latina corporate pilot Jessika Hernandez describes her life as a corporate pilot and talks about opportunities to help diversify the pilot population. Plus, get caught up on the latest aviation news.
37 min
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Episode 144: Pulitzer-winning author, pilot Bev...
Pulitzer prize-winning author and instrument-rated private pilot Beverly Weintraub talks about the trailblazing U.S. Navy female pilots profiled in her book, Wings of Gold. Plus, get caught up on the latest general aviation news.
36 min
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Episode 143: In the Pattern named best flight s...
In the Pattern, cofounded by Texans Darren and Sherman Gardner, was named the best flight school during the AOPA Flight Training Experience awards. The brothers explain how their passion for aviation is helping others succeed.
53 min
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Episode 142: Best CFI Ambyr Peterson
Career-changer and CFI Ambyr Peterson of Minnesota was named the best flight instructor during the AOPA Flight Training Experience awards and explains why she enjoys encouraging others to fulfill their dreams. Plus, get caught up on the latest aviation news.
30 min
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Episode 141: Aviation writer Martha Lunken rece...
Aviation writer and 14,000-hour pilot Martha Lunken describes how she re-earned her private pilot certificate after an FAA enforcement action grounded her for flying under an Ohio bridge. Plus, get caught up on the latest aviation news.
41 min
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Episode 140: SpaceX commander Jared Isaacman
SpaceX commander, general aviation pilot, airshow performer, and philanthropist Jared Isaacman describes a three-day journey into space with the Inspiration4 crew. Plus, get caught up on the latest aviation news.
36 min
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Episode 139: Future of avgas tops 2021 GA news ...
The future of avgas, a successful AirVenture, a wayward aviator, skyrocketing aircraft values, and insurance woes top the general aviation news stories with the most impact in 2021.
32 min
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Episode 138: Steven Carlson plans small biz 48-...
Helicopter and Steven Carlson is planning an 8,300-mile helicopter tour through 48 states to support general aviation awareness and post-coronavirus pandemic economic recovery. Plus, get caught up on the latest GA news.
50 min
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Episode 137: Corporate pilot Kim Kissh
Chicago-based corporate pilot and 2020 NBAA “Top 40 Under 40” award winner Kim Kissh advocates for the next generation of aviators, hosts a scholarship tips series on LinkedIn, and is pursuing a passion for aerobatics. Plus, get caught up on the...
52 min
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Episode 136: Aviation wellbeing coach Reyné O'S...
General aviation pilot and aircraft owner Reyné O'Shaughnessy is a former airline captain who advocates for aviation wellbeing, awareness, and safety. Plus, get caught up on the latest GA news.
46 min
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Episode 135: Earthrounding hopeful Zara Rutherford
Pilot Zara Rutherford, 19, talks mid-trip about her around-the-world attempt in a Shark Aero ultralight, promotes STEM-related careers, and encourages young women to pursue their dreams. Plus, get caught up on the latest general aviation news.
34 min
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Episode 134: Autogyro pilot, serial adventurer ...
Autogyro pilot and serial adventurer James Ketchell explains the preparation, the funding, and the execution of an around-the-world flight in a two-place Magni M16; plus get caught up on the latest general aviation news.
58 min
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Episode 133: 'Latinas in Aviation' author and p...
Latinas in Aviation author and light sport pilot Jacqueline Ruiz introduced 15 Hispanic female pioneers who shared their aviation stories of courage and determination during the inaugural Latinas in Aviation Global Festival in College Park, Maryland....
35 min
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Episode 132: Bearhawk Aircraft STOL manufacture...
Bearhawk Aircraft’s Mark Goldberg explains how the line of rugged kit-built short-takeoff-and-landing taildraggers with aluminum wings offer good performance and value; plus get caught up on the latest general aviation news.
42 min
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Episode 131: Remembering United Flight 93 First...
Learn how the downing of on 9/11 turned tragedy into triumph with scholarships honoring first officer LeRoy Homer Jr., plus get caught up on the latest aviation news.
34 min
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Episode 130: NFlightCam founder Patrick Carter
NFlightCam founder, engineer, and pilot Patrick Carter offers action camera mount solutions, tips, and tricks; plus get caught up on the latest aviation news. Please take a short survey to tell us how we’re doing and what you’d like to hear on the...
38 min
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Episode 129: AeroShell pilot Jimmy Fordham, Air...
Ride along with AeroShell Aerobatic Team slot pilot Jimmy Fordham; plus get a wrap-up up of the top AirVenture news stories including GAMI’s go-ahead for unleaded fuel, FAA’s Dickson on LODA as a ‘four-letter word,’ and why EAA’s Pelton dubs...
47 min
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Episode 128: AirVenture special and XPrize cofo...
Find out the latest from EAA AirVenture after thousands of pilots and aviation enthusiasts flocked to Oshkosh, Wisconsin; and learn more about the XPrize from cofounder Gregg Maryniak.
37 min
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Episode 127: Teen pilot Travis Ludlow circles t...
Learn how Travis Ludlow, 18, recently completed a Guinness World Record flight as the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world; and get caught up on the latest aviation news.
41 min
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Episode 126: Student pilot, A&P apprentice Meag...
Student pilot, aviation maintenance apprentice, and scholarship recipient Meagan Huerta sold her motorcycle to pay for flight lessons and markets original artwork to continue funding her flying bug.
55 min
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Episode 125: Pilots to the Rescue founder Micha...
Find out what it’s like flying 13 cats and a dog to their new home during an in-flight chat with Pilots to the Rescue founder Michael Schneider; and get caught up on the latest aviation news.
58 min
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Episode 124: New York aerial photographer Paul ...
Learn how New Yorker relies on general aviation helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft for aerial photography missions that help make his beloved Manhattan skyline shine; and get caught up on the latest aviation news.
62 min
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Episode 123: Young Pilots USA founder Luc Zipkin
Find out how Young Pilots USA founder Luc Zipkin, 16, plans to fly a Piper Cub across the country from Connecticut to California to increase aviation awareness for youth, plus get up to speed on the latest aviation news.
54 min