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You can listen to the only All-Ultralight and Light Sport Aviation Radio Show on the Internet
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Check Out The Schedule of Ultralight and Light Sport Aviation Events Below
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UltraFlight Radio can now be found live on Tuesday  mornings right here on the web at www.ultraflightradio.com at 10:00am Eastern Standard Time and 7:00am Pacific Time. But you don't have to hear it live to hear it.
You can also hear (previous shows) at the show archive. We make it convenient for you.
To be a part of the show and you are in the U.S., you can call toll-free: 1-888-514-2100. If you are somewhere that the toll-free number does not work, you can reach us at 1-858-268-3068. Another (often better) way to get questions to us is by E-mail. You can write Roy at roy@easyflight.com
Richard Meredith-Hardy, First Vice-President, FAI Microlight Commission
Richard Meredith-Hardy talks to us about the loss of a great aviator, Angelo d'Arrigo of Catania, Italy. Richard shares with us some of his experiences with Angelo and talks about some of the things Angelo accomplished. FlyMicro.com
Greg Gremminger, Popular Rotorcraft Association
Greg Gremminger just got back from the Board of Directors meeting for the Popular Rotor craft Association. Lots of news came from that PRA meeting and Greg updates us on what is going on with the association. Popular Rotorcraft Association
Dan Bailey, Six Chuter, Inc..
We join Dan Bailey from Six Chuter to talk about powered parachute design. Six Chuter is currently going through the Special Light Sport Aircraft process. Of course the first step is to figure out which aircraft design to take through the process. Dan talks about Six Chuter design philosophy, the Six Chuter Legend, and the S-LSA process for powered parachutes. Six Chuter, Inc.
John Fetz, Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
John Fetz is an A&P mechanic that has turned his skills and knowledge towards the repair and building of propellers. He talks about how the home builder can build a propeller out of composites. He talks about how to select and airfoil, mold making, and building the actual propeller. Propeller Building & Repair DVDs
Dawn Bonet, UltraFlight Magazine
Dawn Bonet talks about this year's Nikon Photo Contest at Sun 'n Fun. The contest, cosponsored by UltraFlight Magazine, allows both expert and non-expert photographers to compete. Dawn talks about the categories, judging, and what equipment is used and how to get it. UltraFlight Magazine
Remember, if you have any questions you want to ask the guests or you have any of your own comments about a topic, please call the show toll free when we're live at (888) 514-2100. If you have a show idea or know someone that would be a guest on the show (that could be you!) Contact Roy.
Hope you get a chance to listen in!
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And if You Missed The March 28th Show...
You Can Still Get It In The Archives
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We archive shows for four to six weeks. But for your convenience, you can access segments from last weeks show straight from this E-mail.  Just click on the segment number.
If this is the first time you plan to listen to the radio show, you may need to download a copy of Windows Media Player. Don't fret, there are versions for the Mac, too.
Dale Newton, Flight Design USA
Dale Newton is one of the first graduates of the 120 Hour Repairman Course and is probably the very first light-sport aircraft repairman. Dale talks about his three week experience at Rainbow Aviation in California. Flightstar Sportplanes, Inc. / Flight Designs USA (3/28/06)
Erik Pederson, Phantom Aeronautics
Erik Pederson gives us an update on the rotary engine he has flying on a single place Phantom. He also talks about his new two-seat Phantom. Both will be flying at Sun 'n Fun. Phantom Aeronautics (3/28/06)
John Burton, Sun 'n Fun President and Convention Chairman
We talk with John Burton about this year's Sun 'n Fun Fly-In. He gives us an overview of everything you can expect at this year's Florida event. Sun 'n Fun Fly-In (3/28/06)
Bever Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
We deal with a question on engine wiring. A pilot bought a starter for his engine, got it installed, put some current to it and got the engine to turn over. Now that pilot wants to know what some of the other things he needs to make the system work. Bever Borne is the man to ask and we ask him. Air-Tech, Inc (3/28/06)
Paul Hamilton, Adventure Productions
Paul Hamilton talks about the shifting approach to training and testing for Light Sport Pilots. Until recently, sport pilot training has been approached with a unified training program from training materials through the knowledge test. Also, Paul talks about new products and his plans for the Sun 'n Fun Fly-In. Adventure Productions. (3/28/06)
Dave Piper, Sun 'n Fun Paradise City Chairman
We talk with the man that runs our favorite area at Sun 'n Fun, Paradise City. Dave Piper talks about what's going on in the area and how you can get involved. Sun 'n Fun Fly-In (3/28/06)
Click Here to access older archives for the UltraFlight Magazine Radio Show.
If you have any problems accessing the audio files or the live show, check out the trouble shooting page.
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Upcoming Ultralight & Light Sport Aviation Events
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If you have an upcoming ultralight related event that you would like to get on the schedule, E-mail me with the event name, location, date, and contact information by clicking here. Meanwhile, check out the following events:
Sun 'n Fun EAA Fly-In
April 4-10, 2006. Lakeland, Florida. This year's theme is "The Joy of Flight". Ultralights, Light Sport Aircraft, and lots of seminars. www.sun-n-fun.org
USUA Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony
April 7, 2006. Lakeland, Florida. The Annual Member Meeting is a part of the conferences that will be held by USUA in Lakeland. Following the Member Meeting, the day will conclude with the presentation of the USUA Ultralight Awards Ceremony. Annual Meeting News
International Aerorally of Egypt
April 9-18, 2006. Egypt's 'Pyramids 2006' Rally will be held for the fourth time under the direct supervision of the Egyptian Civil Aviation and the Ministry of Tourism and in coordination with the Egyptian Aero Club, a member of the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI). Fly over the Nile and see the pyramids, the Sphinx of Giza, the Citadel, and much more. To learn more visit http://www.aerorallyes-egypt.com/.
IRS Bomb Drop
April 15, 2006. Parma, Ohio. Competition and pot luck lunch. For info contact Steven Clements (208) 323-1585.
Easter Egg Hunt
April 22, 2006. Kersey, Colorado. Sponsored by the Wild West Ultralight Association of Northern Colorado. For more information contact Jeff at (303) 460-8309.
16 Hour Maintenance Training Course - Wisconsin
April 29-30, 2006. Beloit Airport, Beloit, Wisconsin. 16-hour training course for owners of powered parachute experimental light-sport aircraft (E-LSAs) to prepare for an FAA repairman certificate. Following successful completion of the course, students can apply to their local FSDO office for issuance of the repairman certificate, which will allow them to perform the annual condition inspection on their E-LSA. Normal tuition is $349, with a $50 discount for EAA, USUA, or ASC members. www.sportaviationspecialties.com
WigWag 2K6
May 6-7, 2006. Boyer Flight Park, Burnettsville, Indiana. This is a great opportunity for those who would like to compete flying microlights FAI style including navigation tasks. For more information contact Dave Ahlberg at (219) 464-3830 or E-mail at delta2ul@yahoo.com
For more events, click here
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