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UltraFlight Radio can now be found live on Tuesday UltraFlight Radiomornings 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: 1-866-613-1612. 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

Dale Hooper, United States Ultralight Association, Inc.
Jeff Goin, United States Powered Paragliding Association

USUA and USPPA have entered into an agreement that will provide the PPG pilot the advantage of the resources of the oldest powered ultralight organization in the US, and provide the USUA member the opportunity to participate in a truly unique and exciting form of ultralighting. Dale and Jeff tell us all about it. United States Ultralight Association United States Powered Paragliding Association

Doug Maas Six Chuter, Inc.
Doug Maas just got back from the very first Designated Pilot Examiner course in 2006. He talks about his impressions of the course. He also gives us an update on the S-LSA project being worked on by Six Chuter. He talks about flying the prototype for the new side-by-side powered parachute
. Six Chuter, Inc.

William Wynne, The Corvair Authority
William Wynne joins us to talk about how the Corvair engine can be a reliable, affordable engine for homebuilt aircraft. He talks about how he got involved with Corvair engines and how best to use one to power your aircraft. The Corvair Authority

Ronnie Smith, South Mississippi Light Aircraft
Ronnie talks to us about the Rotax 912 series of engines and how to keep them cool. We talk about Evans Waterless Coolant and its advantages, disadvantages, and whether it is necessary to use with the Rotax 912 engines. Ronnie can also answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. Do you have questions? When the show is live, call your questions in at (888) 514-2100 or you can IM them in on AOL or Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. South Mississippi Light Aircraft

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks with us about the hard reality of transition times to Sport Pilot. Ultralight Pilots have until January 31st, 2007 to grandfather into Sport Pilots. While some people want to believe that date will be pushed out, all signals from the FAA are that they won't be. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF.

Chuck King, Rocky Mountain EAA Regional Fly-In
Chuck King is back to talk about the 2006 Rocky Mountain EAA Regional Fly-In at Denver's Front Range Airport in Colorado. He talks about what you can expect at the event as far as forums, things for the kids, flying, and more. Rocky Mountain EAA Regional Fly-In

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!

And if You Missed The June 13th Show...

You Can Still Get It In The Archives

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. Get Windows Media PlayerJust 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.

Chris Dancy, AOPA
Chris Dancy joins us from the Airplane Owners and Pilots Association to talk about AOPA's petition to let pilots that have lost their medicals be able to fly under recreational pilot privileges with a "driver's license medical". Chris gives us the background on this idea and what it will mean to pilots. Airplane Owners and Pilots Association
(6/13/06)

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Paul Hamilton, Adventure Productions
Paul Hamilton talks about landing the trike. Pilots transitioning from airplane to weight-shift-control seem to have particular problems. Paul shares some tips
. Adventure Productions (6/13/06)

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Frederick Scheffel, SkyTrails Ranch Inc.
Frederick Scheffel just got back from a trip where he performed several check rides for powered parachute sport pilots. He talks about what pilots seem to know and areas that applicants should work on before meeting a Designated Pilot Examiner. SkyTrails Ranch, Inc. (6/13/06)

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Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc.
Fuel delivery is critically important to keep your engine running and Mike Stratman tells us how to keep fuel delivered. He talks about keeping your fuel pump running and what to do if it fails. Mike can also answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. Do you have questions? When the show is live, call your questions in at (888) 514-2100 or you can IM them in on AOL or Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. Part #53, Fuel Pump Maintenance (6/13/06)

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Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about getting a telephone weather briefing from flight service. He talks about what information you should be ready to give the briefer and what kind of information you can ask for and get from the weather briefer. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (6/13/06)

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Mike Engel, Wisconsin Powered Parachute Association
Mike Engel tells us about what to expect at the Wisconsin Powered Parachute Association's Fifth Annual Fly-In. He talks about the clinics, demonstrations, facilities and of course the flying. Wisconsin Powered Parachute Association (6/13/06)

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Upcoming Ultralight & Light Sport Aviation Events

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:

Fifth Annual Wisconsin Powered Parachute Association Fly-In
June 22-25, 2006. Flying, clinics, demonstrations, camping, food, and much more. www.wisconsinppa.org/

4th PPG World Show 2006
June 23-25, 2006. Basse-Ham, France. Come flying with us .... in France. All types of paramotor are invited (foot launch, wheels, mono, and tandem). In 2004, 223 pilots attended. http://www.grandair.fr

Gateway Area Ultralight Association Founders Fly-In
June 24-25, 2006. Gateway Airpark, Pierron, Illinois. We are looking for all members past and present to get together and reminisce about the old days. Please bring photos, video and whatever you have about the club. Please contact old members to let them know. Contact Keith Smith @ (314) 776-4790. Gateway Area Ultralight Association.

Rocky Mountain EAA Regional Fly-In
June 24-25, 2006. Front Range Airport, Watkins, Colorado. Rocky Mountain EAA Regional Fly-In.

Wight Party (Spamfield) Fly-In 2006
June 24-26, 2006. Sandown, Isle of Wight. The BMAA annual Fly-In. Fly-in, Party, Karaoke, food, bar, camping. Just a damned good social microlight event back for its sixth year. http://www.wightparty.org/

Third Annual Cajun Prop Blast
June 30 - July 2, 2006.
Marksville Airport, Marksville, Louisiana. This year, in addition to the awesome Louisiana flying, we will be looking at the Sport Pilot program in detail. Tim McCord from Performance Designs will also be there and will give us a class on our wings. He is also bringing along some PD wings if you are in the market for one, and would like to try before you buy. All pilots and aircraft are invited to attend. For more information, www.lapowerchutes.com

4th Annual Eastport Fly-In and Pancake Breakfast
July 2-5, 2006. Eastport, Pembroke, Maine. Contact Ed Nedeau, (207) 726-5865 or kitlover@ptc-me.net.

Northwest EAA Fly-In
July 5-9, 2006. Arlington Municipal Airport, Arlington, Washington. Northwest EAA Fly-In.

5th Annual Power of Dreams Fly-In
July 6-9, 2006. Allen County Airport, Iola, Kansas. Iola is located in the Southeast corner of Kansas. Last year we had over 50 machines in attendance from six states, the weather was perfect and everyone had a great time. For more info please visit the Iola Flyers web site, www.iolaflyers.com. On this site you will find pictures of past fly-ins, info on the Allen County Airport, and much more. You can also pre-register on this site at the end of May. Hope to see everyone there!

Ickes Airpark Annual Gathering
July 7-9, 2006. Ickes Public Ultralight Airport and Licensed Private Airport, Osterburg, Pennsylvania. Model Airplanes. Powered Parachute and Ultralight Displays. Free Parking and Admission. Full Restroom Facilities; Shower, Hot & Cold Water. For more information, contact: Don Ickes, dickes@bedford.net (814) 276-3353 Ickes Public Ultralight Airpark

7th Annual Nebraska Ultralight Gathering (ANUG)
July 8-9, 2006. David City Municipal Airport, David City, Nebraska. Learn more about it at: www.anug.org

10th Annual Flight Park Appreciation Day Fly-In
July 8-9, 2006. Boyer Flight Park, Burnettsville, Indiana. Learn more at www.boyerflightpark.com/Fly-in.html

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