Roy Beisswenger, UltraFlight Radio
Round up of news and events in the ultralight, microlight, and sport aviation world. UltraFlight Radio (4/22/08)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
The EAA has filed a request to the FAA for regulatory exemptions that would allow the use of electric motors in ultralight and light-sport aircraft. Earl Lawrence talks to us about what this means to builders and those supporting electric powered aircraft. Experimental Aircraft Association (4/29/08)

Paul Hamilton, Adventure Productions
You know that a book has been around awhile when the "second edition" is being published. Paul Hamilton talks to us about changes made to the "Sport Pilot Checkride" book. Adventure Productions (4/29/08)

Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc.
Mike Stratman talks about how the the Rotax 912 series of engines is cooled. With air cooling, water cooling, and even an oil system installed, there is a lot going on. Mike sorts it out for us. California Power Systems, Inc. (4/29/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney continues his discussion of sectionals. We start looking at airports and airport data and other related items on the sectional. For graphics that go with this segment, visit here. SweeneyCorp (4/29/08) (Part 1 of 2)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney continues his discussion of sectionals. We start looking at airports and airport data and other related items on the sectional. For graphics that go with this segment, visit here. SweeneyCorp (4/29/08) (Part 2 of 2)

Roy Beisswenger, UltraFlight Radio
Round up of news and events in the ultralight, microlight, and sport aviation world. UltraFlight Radio (4/22/08)

Scott Severen, IndUS Aviation Inc
IndUS Aviation introduced the first diesel-powered light-sport aircraft (LSA), the Thorpedo DP, at the Sun 'n Fun Fly-In. Scott Severen has flown it and he tells us about it. IndUS Aviation Inc (4/22/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney continues his discussion of sectionals. We talk Maximum Elevation Figures and how they are derived. We also talk about Insets, Military Training Routes and how to transfer course lines across sectionals. For graphics that go with this segment, visit here. SweeneyCorp (4/22/08)

Ronnie Smith, South Mississippi Light Aircraft
While Ronnie Smith was at Sun 'n Fun, the biggest topic of discussion was ethanol and Rotax engines. There are new guidelines from Rotax and Ronnie tells us about them. South Mississippi Light Aircraft (4/22/08)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
Last week Earl Lawrence talked about the new Sport Pilot Notice for Proposed Rule Making (NPRM). But when it rains it pours. The FAA just published policy on the Federal Register regarding 51% Approved Amateur-Built kits, which Earl talks about. We also answer more questions about the Sport Pilot proposed changes. Experimental Aircraft Association (4/22/08) (Part 1 of 2)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
Last week Earl Lawrence talked about the new Sport Pilot Notice for Proposed Rule Making (NPRM). But when it rains it pours. The FAA just published policy on the Federal Register regarding 51% Approved Amateur-Built kits, which Earl talks about. We also answer more questions about the Sport Pilot proposed changes. Experimental Aircraft Association (4/22/08) (Part 2 of 2)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
The long expected Sport Pilot "cleanup" NPRM has just been published and we talk to EAA's vice-president of government and industry affairs, Earl Lawrence. Earl explains how the far reaching proposed rule will affect many people that fly and instruct in the Sport Pilot world. To see a copy of the NPRM, click here. Experimental Aircraft Association (4/15/08) (Part 1 of 2)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
The long expected Sport Pilot "cleanup" NPRM has just been published and we talk to EAA's vice-president of government and industry affairs, Earl Lawrence. Earl explains how the far reaching proposed rule will affect many people that fly and instruct in the Sport Pilot world. To see a copy of the NPRM, click here. Experimental Aircraft Association (4/15/08) (Part 2 of 2)

Dan Johnson, ByDanJohnson.com
Dan Johnson joins us for a wrap-up of the Sun 'n Fun Fly-In. Still in Florida and already making plans for next year's event, we get the latest information from Dan. ByDanJohnson.com (4/15/08)

Arlynn McMahon, Aero-Tech, Inc.
Arlynn McMahon will be hosting what is probably the first Flight Instructor Refresher Clinic (FIRC) geared specifically towards Sport Pilot CFI's. Arlynn talks about what a FIRC is supposed to accomplish and who can benefit from attending. Aero-Tech, Inc. (4/15/08)

Robert Gaither, Higher Class Aviation
It's been awhile since we visited with Robert Gaither from Higher Class Aviation. We learn about a new model and a new engine. Higher Class Aviation (4/15/08)

Shawn Okun, Float Planes And Amphibs
We invite one of the Sun 'n Fun Light Sport Plane Grand Champion winners, Shawn Okun onto the show to talk about the plane that did the winning. Float Planes And Amphibs (4/15/08)

Roy Beisswenger, UltraFlight Radio
Round up of news and events in the ultralight, microlight, and sport aviation world. UltraFlight Radio (4/8/08)

Carol Carpenter, Rainbow Aviation Services
Carol Carpenter is the first person we talk on site at Sun 'n Fun. We visit with her about the repairman maintenance course Rainbow Aviation is offering for S-LSA gliders. Rainbow Aviation Services (4/8/08)

Greg Gremminger, Magni USA
We talk about gyroplane rotor basics with Greg Gremminger. Learn about how the most important part of a gyroplane works. Magni USA (4/8/08)

Andy Richardson, AirBus Balloon Rides
We learn about what goes into building a hot air balloon from Andy Richardson of AirBus Balloon Rides. We talk materials and construction techniques. AirBus Balloon Rides (4/8/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney is on site at the GA side of Sun 'n Fun. He talks with us about how the opening of the show is going on that side of the world. SweeneyCorp (4/8/08)

Spencer Forman, TrikePilot.com
Spencer Forman joins us to talk about an inexpensive high definition camcorder that he's experimenting with. The goal is to have a high definition recording system that's mountable on trikes, powered parachutes, and light airplanes. TrikePilot.com (4/8/08)

Roy Beisswenger, UltraFlight Radio
Round up of news and events in the ultralight, microlight, and sport aviation world. UltraFlight Radio (4/1/08)

John Burton, Sun 'n Fun President and Convention Chairman
We talk with John Burton about the 2008 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 (4/1/08)

Shawn Okun, Float Planes And Amphibs
Shawn Okun is just down the road from Lakeland and is looking forward to introducing his new S-LSA amphib at Sun 'n Fun and the Splash-In. It's called the Cape Town and you can learn about it here first. Float Planes And Amphibs (4/1/08)

Bever Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
With spring in the air, pilots' eyes are turning to the sky. Before you just roll out your aircraft and crank it up, you should give it more than a routine preflight. Bever Borne talks about how to inspect for corrosion, one of the biggest threats to the structural integrity of your aircraft. Air-Tech, Inc. (4/1/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney continues his discussion of sectionals. We talk about legend information, how to decipher the airport information on a sectional, and where to look for detailed information about military operational areas and other special use airspace as well as information about control towers. For graphics that go with this segment, visit here. SweeneyCorp (4/1/08) (Part 1 of 2)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney continues his discussion of sectionals. We talk about legend information, how to decipher the airport information on a sectional, and where to look for detailed information about military operational areas and other special use airspace as well as information about control towers. For graphics that go with this segment, visit here. SweeneyCorp (4/1/08) (Part 2 of 2)