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Van Stumpner, Federal Aviation Administration
Van Stumpner joins us to tell us why powered parachutes and trikes don't need Emergency Locator Transponders (ELTs) and other mysteries of FAA regulations. He talks about the regulations that apply specifically to those wanting to transition their aircraft to Experimental Light Sport Aircraft (E-LSA) status. Light Sport Aircraft Information

Dan Nachbar, Skyacht Aircraft, Inc.
We talk with Dan Nachbar about his new type of aircraft called the Personal Blimp. It's big difference is that it uses hot air instead of helium for lift. By using hot air, the personal blimp can be rapidly deflated and stored in smaller areas than the huge hangars used for helium blimps. Skyacht Aircraft, Inc.

Erik Pederson, Phantom Aeronautics
Erik Pederson explains the manufacturers' process for creating a Special Light Sport Aircraft (S-LSA) airplane. We talk about the three big parts of the process; aircraft certification, production certification, and documentation required. We also talk about some of the changes made to the Phantom two-place to accommodate the LSA rules. Phantom Aeronautics

Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc.
Mike finishes up the conversation about intercom systems. We focus on RF interference from the engine ignition system and how to eliminate it. Also, we get some last minute Christmas ideas from Mike for those shopping for a pilot. Mike can also answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. Do you have questions? When the show is live, IM them in on Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. Roy@EasyFlight.com is the address you can use to E-mail those questions in. California Power Systems, Inc.

Arty Frost
Arty Frost just finished her sport pilot licensing. A Drifter pilot for many years, she talks about how she went through the process of becoming a sport pilot and some of the things she learned.

Jim Hill, Ultralight Aircraft Of Iowa
Jim Hill is getting ready to host a trip to Las Vegas for a number of ultralight airplane pilots that have waited until the last minute to get transitioned to sport pilot. With the January 31, 2007 looming, learn how you can be a part of the effort. Ultralight Aircraft Of Iowa

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 (866) 613-1612. If you have a show idea or know someone that would be a guest on the show (that could be you!) Contact Roy.

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Michael Riggs, Seagull Aerosports
We speak with Michael Riggs, who has been designing and engineering what he is hoping turns out to be the ultimate soaring trike. He's been using the lightest materials and minimalist engineering to achieve that design goal. We talk with him about his experience in the sport aviation world and the trike itself. Seagull Aerosports (12/5/06)

Tom Gunnarson, Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association
Tom Gunnarson helps us sort out both all of the terms related to aircraft that sport pilots are qualified to fly and the different manufacturing certifications that go with them. He compares Special Light Sport Aircraft (S-LSA), Experimental Light Sport Aircraft (E-LSA), and Experimental Amateur Built (EAB) airworthiness certifications and what that means to aircraft purchasers and manufacturers. Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association (12/5/06)

Mo Sheldon, Airparamo
The last time we visited with Mo Sheldon, we talked about the deteriorating relationship with the airport he was based at. Well, he has moved on to his own facility. He tells the story about what happened to the airport, the new location, and some of its history. Airparamo (12/5/06)

Bever Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
Bever joins us to talk about belt drives for light aircraft. This is a common way to get the power from the engine to the propeller. We learn about the drives and how to maintain them. Bever 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 Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. Roy@EasyFlight.com is the address you can use to E-mail those questions in. Air-Tech, Inc (12/5/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks about the special concerns connected to flying in the cold of winter. (Hint: It doesn't just include a warmer coat.) There are things you need to consider in the flight planning process, for the aircraft, and for the pilot and passenger. We also talk about possible emergencies and how to be prepared for them. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 1) (12/5/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks about the special concerns connected to flying in the cold of winter. (Hint: It doesn't just include a warmer coat.) There are things you need to consider in the flight planning process, for the aircraft, and for the pilot and passenger. We also talk about possible emergencies and how to be prepared for them. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 2) (12/5/06)

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