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August 26, 2008

Roy Beisswenger, UltraFlight Radio
Roy talks about the new economics of getting into light flying. Some costs have gone up in recent years while others have gone down. UltraFlight Radio
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Doug Maas, Western Powered Parachute Association LLC
The truth of the matter is that most incidents (or near-incidents) in flying can be traced back to a few broad categories of errors made by the pilot. Doug Maas talks about ten ways to "Incident-Proof" your flying. While the discussion focuses on powered parachutes, there are a lot of things that apply to all flying and will have pilots flying other categories of aircraft nodding their heads in agreement.Read the 10 ways to incident proof by clicking here. Western Powered Parachute Association LLC (8/26/08)

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Tom Peghiny, Flight Design USA
We visit with Tom Peghiny about the new offerings from Flight Designs, including the Flight Design MC. Tom had a busy Oshkosh and we talk about some of what went on including the donation of an aircraft for the 2009 EAA Sweepstakes. Flight Design USA (8/26/08)

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Bever Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
The more electrical and electronic toys and gadgets we put on our aircraft, the more opportunities we have for wiring problems. And with electrical problems being some of the most frustrating to diagnose, it is a good thing we have Bever Borne to give us an idea about where and how to start looking. Air-Tech, Inc. (8/26/08)

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Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Last month we began talking with Jim Sweeney about Special Use Airspace and we continue that discussion today. Special Use Airspace usually includes some kind of military activity that civilian pilots should know about. Sometimes the areas are dangerous and not allowed to be entered, other times they just indicate increased activity. A true multimedia feature, it's best if you can see the graphics we're talking about by clicking here. SweeneyCorp (8/26/08) (Part 1 of 2)

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Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Last month we began talking with Jim Sweeney about Special Use Airspace and we continue that discussion today. Special Use Airspace usually includes some kind of military activity that civilian pilots should know about. Sometimes the areas are dangerous and not allowed to be entered, other times they just indicate increased activity. A true multimedia feature, it's best if you can see the graphics we're talking about by clicking here. SweeneyCorp (8/26/08) (Part 2 of 2)

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August 19, 2008

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
We talk with Earl Lawrence about ways to help protect your local airport. From simple activities that engage the people of the community to getting involved in local politics, there are a lot of ways to help make sure that your airport will be there for generations to come. Experimental Aircraft Association (8/19/08)

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Jeffrey Shultz, Sonex Builder
Jeffrey Shultz is not your typical homebuilder. Jeffrey is someone that has managed to raise a family, maintain a busy career and build an airplane in a reasonable amount of time. We talk about how you don't have to wait until retirement to make your dream of homebuilding come true. Sonex Builder (8/19/08)

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Shawn Okun, Float Planes And Amphibs
In an economy that is a little tight, it seems that a lot of aviation companies are contracting while waiting for better times. Float Planes and Amphibs is instead growing in Florida by designing new products like floats and opening new facilities including a maintenance shop in Clearwater. Float Planes And Amphibs (8/19/08)

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Randall Fishman, Electric Aircraft Corporation
We can an update on electric aircraft from Randall Fishman. Last year Randall showed off an electric powered trike at Oshkosh. This year he put an electric power system into an airplane which was very well received at the show by other builders and the audience itself. Electric Aircraft Corporation (8/19/08)

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Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about why powered parachutes mostly fly in the early morning and late afternoon hours. Learn about safety concerns that come with low and slow flight. SweeneyCorp (8/19/08)

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Ray Johnson, Fly/In Cruise/In
We visit with Ray Johnson about Marion, Indiana's Fly/In Cruise/In event. This is a great event that combines aircraft, classic vehicles, and a fund-raising pancake breakfast for the local band. Learn why you should be a part of it. Fly/In Cruise/In (8/19/08)

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August 12, 2008

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
Earl Lawrence talks about the EAA response to the Sport Pilot NPRM. This Notice of Proposed Rule Making is a good idea, but there are a lot of ideas out there in how to make it even better. Experimental Aircraft Association (8/12/08)

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Kamron Blevins, North Wing Design
There is finally a Special Light Sport Aircraft trike being built in the United States. Kamron Blevins talks about the Rotax 582 powered trike and what it means to instructors and pilots. North Wing Design (8/12/08)

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Norman Burr, World Directory Of Leisure Aviation
The new edition of the World Directory of Leisure Aviation was recently published and Norman Burr talks about the changes in this years guide. We also talk about the large numbers of aircraft offered on a worldwide basis. World Directory Of Leisure Aviation (8/12/08)

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Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc.
Mike Stratman talks about aviation radios and intercom systems. He explains some of the basic differences in microphones, why some connecting cables are more expensive than others and more. California Power Systems, Inc. (8/12/08)

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Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney discusses the FAA logic in proposing a requirement for sport pilots who want to fly airplanes that can fly 87 knots. The FAA is wanting to require them to have at least an hour of training "under the hood". SweeneyCorp (8/12/08)

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Gary Gulliver, ULFlyers Gulliver's Wilderness Airpark
We talk with Gary Gulliver about the End of Summer Fly-In. We learn about what happens at the fly-in an how you can be a part of it. ULFlyers Gulliver's Wilderness Airpark (8/12/08)

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August 5, 2008

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
AirVenture 2008 is now one for the history books and Earl Lawrence talks about the highlights of the show, including what some of the aviation decision makers were doing. Experimental Aircraft Association (8/5/08)

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Neil Bungard, Air Creation U.S.A.
Neil Bungard is the the new Air Creation importer for the United States. We talk about the Air Creation line of trikes and Neil's plans for the future. Air Creation U.S.A. (8/5/08)

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Granger Whitelaw, Rocket Racing League
The public debut of the Rocket Racing League happened at AirVenture this year. Noisy, flashy, and designed for television, the Rocket Racing League hopes to mainstream aviation competition. We talk with the President and Chief Executive Officer of the RRL, Granger Whitelaw. Rocket Racing League (8/5/08)

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Ronnie Smith, South Mississippi Light Aircraft
Warm temperatures are being felt throughout the United States and Ronnie Smith joins us to talk about how that effects engines in ultralight and light sport aircraft. South Mississippi Light Aircraft (8/5/08)

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Dan Johnson, ByDanJohnson.com
Dan Johnson was all over the place at AirVenture this year and reports on new aircraft introductions, organizations, and more effecting the sport aviation world. ByDanJohnson.com (8/5/08)

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Kathryn Ridgway, United States Ultralight Association
USUA's Region 2 is sponsoring the Wings n' Wheels 2008 flying event. Kathryn Ridgway, a new USUA board member, talks to us about this first time event, what to expect there, and how you can be a part of it. Wings n' Wheels (8/5/08)

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