UltraFlight Radio - Archives for November 2004

November 30, 2004

Lars Eriksson, pilotmix.com
Lars Eriksson reports in on the ultralight-light sport aircraft scene in Sweden. We talk about regulations, what people are flying and more. He also introduces us to the light aviation on-line database, pilotmix.com. (11/30/04)

Roy Scott, Superflite Aircraft Covering & Finishing Systems
We talk to Roy Scott about the Superflite covering system. He explains the differences between vinyl and urethane aircraft covering products. Learn the advantages of a true urethane covering system. If you are planning to build a fabric coated aircraft, you will want to check this segment out. (11/30/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about the practical test standards for getting a sport pilot license. Where the knowledge tests are rather generic and cover all types of light sport aircraft, the practical test covers the hands-on flying skills that you will have to demonstrate to an examiner in whatever type of aircraft you choose to get rated in. USUA, NAPPF (11/30/04)

Bever Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
Bever Borne is on deck and ready to answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. We talk about ultralight and light sport aircraft engine ideas; past, present, and future. Call your questions (or engine news you have heard) in when the show is live to (888) 514-2100 or IM them in on AOL or Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. Air-Tech, Inc (11/30/04)

Dan Johnson, ByDanJohnson.com
Dan Johnson is working to promote the entire light sport aircraft world to the general public. He is working with manufacturers and others in the industry to reach out to the public through several different venues and educate them about flying and what a great, accessible sport we enjoy. The idea is, that by pooling resources, the light aviation world can reach out to a larger market in a way that everyone benefits. ByDanJohnson.com (11/30/04)

Tim Wood, STL Aircraft Metal Arts
Tim Wood joins us to talk about some of the incredible things that can be done to restore metal aircraft parts. He is the kind of guy that can take a really sad engine cowling from a plane and make it look like new. We also talk about some welding basics. If you are in the midwest and are interested in hands-on experience with welding, don't miss the workshop he will be teaching in St. Jacob, IL this weekend at the Wicks Aviation Center. See the events listings below to see how you can sign up. STL Aircraft Metal Arts (11/30/04)

November 23, 2004

Scott Wick, Wicks Aircraft Supply
Christmas is right around the corner (shudder), but don't worry. The folks at Wicks Aircraft Supply have been working this summer to line up some great gift items for your pilot friends. If you are the spouse of a pilot, you may want to listen in to get some ideas for that normally hard-to-buy-for pilot you married. Wicks Aircraft Supply (11/23/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver has lots of Sport Pilot news for us. The initial Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) applications are coming in and Marty has some tips for those finishing up their applications today. Along with the news, Marty will answer a few Sport Pilot questions that have come over the last week or so. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (11/23/04)

Martin Weaver, FAA Branch Manager, Sport Pilot
Marty Weaver has lots of Sport Pilot news for us. In this segment, Marty answers a few Sport Pilot questions that have come over the last week or so. Such as, "If I am already a private pilot, what do I have to do to get a Sport Pilot license?", "Will Biannual Flight Reviews be required for Sport Pilots?", "When will Practical Test Standards for Sport Pilot be ready?", "When will the FAA start to certify S-LSA aircraft?" and more. AFS 600, The Sport Pilot Branch (11/23/04)

Mike Stratman, California Power Systems
Mike Stratman is on deck and ready to answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. Questions answered include "What is the overhaul price of a 912?" and "Where should I install an EGT probe on a Rotax two-stroke exhaust system?" 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. California Power Systems (11/23/04)

Michael Purdy, The Powered Paraglider Radio Show
Michael shares some of his thoughts on competition in the powered paragliding world. USPPA (11/23/04)

Scott Hughes, Chute the Breeze
The boys in Texas know how to have fun and some of the best fun comes on the Thanksgiving weekend. Scott Hughes tells us about the Annual Turkey Trot Fly-In that the boys from BARF (Bay Area Recreational Flyers) put on each year. Flying 101 (11/23/04)

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!

November 16, 2004

Dave Hempy, U.S.A. Delegate to the FAI Microlight Commission
Dave spent the weekend in Lausanne, Switzerland. He was there to represent the United States at the 2004 meeting of the FAI Microlight Commission. Learn about what is new in the world of Microlight competition on the international level. FAI Microlight Commission, United States Ultralight Association (11/16/04)

Keith Negal, UK Delegate to the European Microlight Federation
Keith Negal reports on a relatively new organization, the European Microlight Federation. He tells us why the EMF was formed. He also tells us some of the early successes of the federation. European Microlight Federation (11/16/04)

Bud Gish
Bud tells us about EAA's Tribute to Ultralight Pioneers, a new exhibit in the works at the EAA AirVenture Museum, highlighting the three decades-old ultralight movement that burst on the scene and grew up around EAA Oshkosh. The exhibit will feature eight ultralights from the EAA collection, suspended from the museum's Restoration Center ceiling. They include the early Kiceniuk Icarus V from 1973; the Solar Riser (solar powered Easy Riser); an American Aerolights Double Eagle II; and an Antares MH 39 Flex Wing that belonged to the late Mike Jacober. Find out how pilots are making this tribute to Mike Jacober happen. EAA Article. (11/16/04)

Bever Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
Bever Borne is on deck and ready to answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. He talks about troubleshooting engine and aircraft system electrical problems. Call your questions in when the show is live to (888) 514-2100 or IM them in on AOL or Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. Air-Tech, Inc (11/16/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney tells us more about the knowledge tests being developed for sport pilot. The focus this week is on private pilot testing, instructor testing, DPE testing and the practical test standards. USUA, NAPPF (11/16/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney tells us a little about his background in flying. He also tells us about his new on-line, teleconference ground school. We close by offering our sympathy to the family of Norman Labhart, Jr. Norman Labhart was killed in an ultralight plane crash in Laurel, Kentucky. USUA, NAPPF (11/16/04)

November 9, 2004

Dan Grunloh, US Microlight Champion, Combined L1 Class
Flying his trike, Dan Grunloh was the recent winner of the combined Fixed Wing and Trike class at the 8th US National Microlight Championship. We get a chance to catch up with him and find out what kind of preparation a National Champion does. skypup.net/dangrunloh/ (11/9/04)

Phil Lockwood, Lockwood Aviation
Phil Lockwood has really been recognized this year. He is the winner of several awards including the prestigious USUA Moody Award. Phil joins a stellar group of individuals in the industry, including Jack McCornack, Wayne Ison , Tom Peghiny, Homer Kolb, Dan Johnson, Vincent Vitollo, Boris Popov, John Ballantyne, Dr. Henry O. Malone, Charles Slusarczyk and Dennis Pagen. We talk about some of the things he has done. www.lockwood-aviation.com. (11/9/04)

Eddie Johnson, Powrachute Corp.
We visit with Eddie Johnson, President of Powrachute. Powrachute is this year's winner of the USUA Ultralight Industry Award. As USUA put it, Powrachute is, "Exemplifying the qualifications for this award - ". . . exceptional level of service to the ultralight community, as well as the local community . . ." - USUA is honored to present this award for the second consecutive year to Powrachute. They provide a sturdy and safe product to many who want to enjoy low and slow flight. Every year, in a field outside Columbus, KS, they host the exciting, family-oriented event known as the Powrachute Extravaganza." www.powrachute.com (11/9/04)

Mike Stratman, California Power Systems
Mike Stratman is on deck and ready to answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. He talks about how to take care of your engine if it ends up under water. There are different methods for 2 stroke and four stroke engines. Learn about taking care of both of them in this installment. When the show is live, call your questions in at (888) 514-2100 or IM them in on AOL or Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. www.800-airwolf.com/cpsnews.htm (11/9/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney more news in the world of sport pilot. The new knowledge test questions for the different levels of sport pilot have been published. Jim shares with us some of the background on that and introduces his new on-line, teleconference ground school. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 1) (11/9/04)

November 2, 2004

George Wood, Summit Powered Parachutes
Summit is one of the few powered parachute companies that has roots in the world of conventional fixed wing aircraft manufacturing. George Wood joins us to talk about how that background makes the Summit PPC different. www.summitppc.com (11/2/04)

Dale Hooper, United States Ultralight Association
Last time we had Dale Hooper on the show, he had so much good news that we ran out of time before we could get it all in. This time, not all is good. Dale reports to us the sad news about John Moody's recent accident at the Augusta Airshow. Of course John Moody is known as the father of ultralights and has an award given in his name by the United States Ultralight Association. John is without medical insurance and could sure use your help. You can find out how at this World Airshow News link. Dale also has more news about the next USUA national convention. www.usua.org/ (Part 1, Sport Pilot Expo, John Moody) (11/2/04)

Bever Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
Bever Borne is on deck and ready to answer your four stroke and two stroke ultralight aircraft engine questions. Call them in at (888) 514-2100 or IM them in on AOL or Yahoo Instant Messenger to UFRadio. www.air-techinc.com (11/2/04)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney checks in with a report on the ASTM meetings in Sebring, Florida as well as the a report on the very first U.S. Sport Aviation Expo held at the same location. The Expo proves that there is a lot of interest in Light Sport Aviation and the people in the ASTM meetings are helping make the new rules work. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 1, the ASTM Meeting) (11/2/04)