Greg Gremminger, Popular Rotorcraft Association/Magni USA
Greg Gremminger talks about the PRA training committee and what it is there to accomplish. Single place gyroplane training is a big issue and training methods are being documented to help with students and instructors with that and conventional training. Popular Rotorcraft Association (5/29/07)

Richard Meredith-Hardy, FAI Microlight Commission
We talk with Richard Meredith-Hardy about his latest adventure; a cross-country flight from London, England to Sydney, Australia by microlight. Richard talks about the flight and what really made it special. We also get an update on the World Parawing Championship to be held in China. FAI Microlight Commission (5/29/07)

Richard Avalon, U. S. Pacific
Richard Avalon, cofounder of U.S. Pacific, the company that originally designed and produced the Mitchell Wing, talks about the different aircraft models. We learn about the history of this aircraft and how you can get plans to build one yourself. U. S. Pacific (5/29/07)

Bever & Kim Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
Last time Bever was with us we talked about braking systems for light aircraft. Then our focus was on mechanical systems and this time we focus hydraulic brakes. Bever talks about the advantages of hydraulic systems as well as some of the maintenance issues with them. Air-Tech, Inc. (5/29/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
It's the beginning of the summer flying season and that means not only more flying but more thunderstorms. Jim reviews summer flying weather concerns so you can make the decisions when to fly cross country, when to fly locally, and when you should stay on the ground. SweeneyCorp (5/29/07)

Michelle Daniele, American Flyer PPG
Michelle Daniele talks about the upcoming 8th Annual American Flyer Fly-In and Roundup in New Mexico. We talk about events like the PPG Safari to the Malpais (Bad Lands). Spectacular scenery, fun people and great outdoor homemade meals are there to be enjoyed. American Flyer PPG (5/29/07)

Larry Clymer, Federal Aviation Administration
Larry Clymer talks about a very busy week at the FAA Sport Pilot Branch. Several new were trained and the first powered parachute private pilot without restrictions was certified. We talk about all that as well as some listener questions about what a private pilot rating for trikes or powered parachutes allows a pilot to do. FAA Sport Pilot Branch (5/22/07)

Daryl Heinemann, Warp Drive
Daryl Heinemann from Warp Drive joins us to talk about the Warp Drive prop. We talk about how it’s made and the benefits of the propeller. dalewarpdrive@netins.net (5/22/07)

John Yonkin, UltraFlight Magazine
John Yonkin has just gone through an ordeal with an aviation web site he owns that those of us with domains will find frightening. He didn’t get renewal notices for the popular site, powerchutes.com. When the site came up for renewal, he missed the renewal and a cybersquatter took it over. We visit about what happened and how he was able to get the domain returned. UltraFlight Magazine (5/22/07)

Brian Carpenter, Rainbow Aviation Services
Brian Carpenter from Rainbow Aviation Services takes time out from teaching class to talk to us about composite repairs. We talk about what kind of repairs a plane owner should attempt and what kind of equipment and skills will be needed to make the repair. Rainbow Aviation Services (5/22/07)

Morris Yoder, Skyview Powered Parachutes
Morris Yoder just became the first private rated powered parachute pilot without restrictions. We talk about his week at Oklahoma City where he first had to go through a check ride himself, then began training FAA personnel. We talk about some of the things he and the FAA learned about flying chutes at night. Skyview Powered Parachutes (5/22/07)

Norris Warner, The EAA Texas Fly-In
The EAA Texas Fly-In in Hondo, Texas is going to take place soon. Norris Warner, the President and Chief Operating Officer, talks about what you can expect to experience at the fly-in. The EAA Texas Fly-In (5/22/07)

Paul Poberezny, Founder, Experimental Aircraft Association
We visit with EAA Founder, Paul Poberezny. We talk about aviation, the experimental movement, and frankly anything else this aviation icon wants to talk about. Experimental Aircraft Association (5/15/07)

Dave Rogers, Powered Paraglider World Record Holder
Dave Rogers is a rare man. He's an American that holds a world record in powered paragliding. Dave tells us his story about that accomplishment and how he hopes to help motivate other US PPG pilots to get involved in world records and competitions. United States Powered Paragliding Association, United States Ultralight Association, Inc. (5/15/07)

Thomas Janetzke, ZKE Films
Tom Janetzke recently returned from the NAB Show (That's the National Association of Broadcasters for the rest of us that just watch television instead of create it.) As a pilot, he's always looking for video equipment that can be used on aircraft or to film aircraft. He talks about what he found and about a new aviation oriented television show in the making. ZKE Films (5/15/07)

Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc.
Mike Stratman goes over piston maintenance with us. This is what many call decarboning an engine. For those of you following your maintenance schedules, or maybe just curious about what mechanics do to your engine when they "decarbon" it, you will want to listen in. Part 47, Piston Maintenance (5/15/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
If you're a regular user of 1-800-WX-BRIEF for checking weather or filing flight plans, you may be noticing some long waits as the service goes through some major restructuring. Jim Sweeney talks about what's causing the delays and reviews alternative ways to get weather information and file those flight plans. SweeneyCorp (5/15/07)

Felice Apodaca, Brian Ranch Airport
We visit with Felice Apodaca about the eleventh annual "World's Smallest Airshow". We talk about the event and try to catch up with a year's worth of news from the Brian Ranch Airport. Brian Ranch Airport (5/15/07)

Dale Hooper, United States Ultralight Association, Inc.
Dale Hooper joins us to talk about insurance options for aircraft owners, competition award winners, 16 hour maintenance inspection courses now being organized, and the issues around the loss of Powerchutes.com, the web free web site that powered parachutists use. Powerchutes.com Update, United States Ultralight Association, Inc. (5/8/07)

Michael Theeke, Fly Hard Trikes
At Sun 'n Fun this year Mike Theeke won "Best Type Trike" for his Skycycle. Mike talks to us about the Skycycle and the rest of his triking operation. Fly Hard Trikes (5/8/07)

Robert Heimberger, St. Louis Rotocraft Club
Last time Bob Heimberger was with us, we talked about things gyroplane pilots could do to safely attend fly-ins and other events. We talked about points leading up to the initial parking of the gyro. In this segment we talk about considerations for the rest of a stop at a fly-in. This is great stuff for other pilots, too. St. Louis Rotocraft Club (5/8/07)

Ronnie Smith, South Mississippi Light Aircraft
As important as the exhaust system is on a two-stroke engine, some pilots let them get in pretty nasty shape. Ronnie Smith talks about how to keep your exhaust system in good condition. South Mississippi Light Aircraft (5/8/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about aircraft lighting. We talk about the day and night VFR requirements for light Light Sport Aircraft as well as how early and late Sport Pilots can fly and what kind of lighting they need to take full advantage of their privileges. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (5/8/07)

Doug Maas, Western Powered Parachute Association LLC
Doug Maas briefs us on the upcoming Memorial Day Rally, now being held in Eltopia, Washington. We talk about why it's a good deal that it's a rally instead of a fly-in with this last hour change in plans. We also talk about other events happening in the Great Northwest. NW Powered Parachute Coalition, Event Flyer (MS Word Document) (5/8/07)