Roy Beisswenger, UltraFlight Radio
For those clubs and chapters interested in holding a safety seminar this winter, now is the time to begin planning. The benefits of a safety seminar are many, including comraderie, training, and staying up to date in flying. Roy gives out tips on how to get started. UltraFlight Radio (9/30/08)

John Carr, UltraFlight Magazine
John Carr has been flying powered parachutes now for 25 years. We talk about the changes over the years in equipment, pilots, and training. UltraFlight Magazine (9/30/08)

Arlynn McMahon, Aero-Tech, Inc.
Arlynn McMahon has just written "Train Like You Fly: An Instructor's Guide to Scenario-Based Training". We talk to Arlynn about scenario-based training (SBT) and how flight instructors can help students training like they fly so they fly like they train. Aero-Tech, Inc. (9/30/08)

Bever Borne, Air-Tech, Inc.
We talk with Bever Borne about purchasing distressed aircraft. It sometimes seems that aircraft never go away, they just keep getting resold to others. Learn what to look for and what to avoid. Air-Tech, Inc. (9/30/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about collision avoidance. Scanning methods, flight altitudes, and listening to the radio are ways to avoid bumping into a flying friend. SweeneyCorp (9/30/08)

Terry Cohen, Steve Barret Fly-In
Learn more about the Fly-In to help benefit Steve Barrett, a PPG pilot from Georgia. Terry Cohen tells us where, when and how to help out as well as have a good time. Steve Barret Fly-In (9/30/08)

Roy Beisswenger, UltraFlight Radio
How to protect yourself from bad actors in niche aviation markets. UltraFlight Radio (9/23/08)

Lynne Birmingham, Tecnam Aircraft
Tecnam Aircraft was the first Special Light Sport Aircraft (S-LSA) manufacturer to go through the FAA LSA Assessment Project. We talk about that and the Tecnam Aircraft itself. Tecnam Aircraft (9/23/08)

Paul Hamilton, Adventure Productions
We have talked before about transitioning from airplane to weight shift control aircraft. A long time hang glider and trike pilot, Paul Hamilton decided to transition to airplanes. We talk about how that went for him. Adventure Productions (9/23/08)

Carol Carpenter, Rainbow Aviation Services
We catch up with Carol Carpenter, who (with Brian Carpenter) is visiting EAA Headquarters and putting on a Special Light Sport Maintenance Repairman Course. We talk about ongoing projects, new projects, and upcoming events. Rainbow Aviation Services (9/23/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim talks to us about the on-line resources provided by AOPA. There are pilot resources, training resources by the Airsafty Foundation and more. Some of the links we use are below:

AOPA

NOTAMs, TFRs

Air Safety Foundation

Interactive Safety Course

And from the FAA, the Aeronautical Chart User's Guide

SweeneyCorp (9/23/08)

Douglas O'Connor, Cloud Country Airport
Douglas O'Connor has made flying a passion. He has flown a variety of aircraft over the years and we talk about that and enjoying flight over scenic West Texas. Cloud Country Airport (9/23/08)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
There are lots of ways to offer feedback to the FAA. From NPRM's to suggestions to correct mistakes in training manuals, the FAA offers ways for the flying public to have an influence in the process. Earl Lawrence discusses some of those methods and why it is important to participate. Experimental Aircraft Association (9/16/08)

Jeremy Monnett, Sonex Aircraft
Jeremy Monnett talks about the proposed 51% rule and the proposed new guidelines from the FAA and how they will effect homebuilders. This is an important topic that you still have a chance to comment on. Sonex Aircraft (9/16/08)

Dean Billing
Ethanol in our fuel is still a problem. We hear from Dean Billing who has been studying the problem and offers some insight. From state and local laws to new federal guidelines to the economies of fuel production, there is a lot going on. (9/16/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney gives us the big wrap-up on sectionals, airspace, and special use airspace by talking about the considerations you would want to make when travelling cross country. A true multimedia feature, it's best if you can see the graphics we're talking about by clicking here. SweeneyCorp (9/16/08) (Part 1 of 2)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney gives us the big wrap-up on sectionals, airspace, and special use airspace by talking about the considerations you would want to make when travelling cross country. A true multimedia feature, it's best if you can see the graphics we're talking about by clicking here. SweeneyCorp (9/16/08) (Part 2 of 2)

Jim Robinson, Erie Airpark
The 25th annual Challenger Event is just around the corner and we visit with Jim Robinson to get the details. This looks like it may be an international event this year with the food, comraderie and more that people enjoy in the fall in an Erie place. Erie Airpark (9/16/08)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
Summer is ending and there are a lot of people who still haven't begun their journey towards becoming pilots. We discuss that and how people can realize more of their dreams by actively planning for them now. Experimental Aircraft Association (9/9/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about VFR cruising altitudes. If you are flying cross country and want to live a less stressful life, you will learn to go with the rest of the traffic in the sky rather than against it. Jim tells us how. SweeneyCorp (9/9/08)

Greg Gremminger, Magni USA
Greg Gremminger talks about the proposed 51% amateur built rule change and how this will effect builders of aircraft other than airplanes. If you are considering building a gyroplane, powered parachute, trike or even a composite airplane, you need to be aware of how this rule can effect you. You can make your voice heard between now and the end of September and Greg will tell you how. You can also learn more from this discussion on the Rotary Wing Forum. Magni USA (9/9/08)

Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc.
Blown pistons are a disaster for aviation engines, but the pistons themselves can tell us a lot about the problems leading to the engine failure. Mike Stratman talks about that and you can learn even more by reading Part 27 of the CPS engine series. California Power Systems, Inc. (9/9/08)

Adam Smith, AirVenture Museum
The EAA AirVenture Museum is getting ready to celebrate its 25th Anniversary. We visit with the Museum Director, Adam Smith, about a great facility that tells the story of experimental aviation. AirVenture Museum (9/9/08)

Keith Smith, Gateway Airpark
Keith Smith from Gateway Airpark is hosting a Midwest Hawk Fly-In. Of course more than just Hawk pilots are welcome and it will be a great chance to see the very first S-LSA CGS Hawk ever built. Gateway Airpark (9/9/08)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
We talk about the aftermath of a couple of fatal aviation accidents at the North Las Vegas Airport. Very interesting are the differing responses from the Clark County's Director of Aviation to the two most recent accidents. After the first experimental aircraft to have a fatality at the airport in over 40 years, he wants to ban all experimental aircraft from the airport. After yet another GA aircraft fatality originating from the airport, he believes it to be best to keep houses away from airports. Experimental Aircraft Association (9/2/08)

Michael Coates, X-Air Australia
The Pipistrel won the 2008 NASA Comparative Aircraft Flight Efficiency (CAFE) Foundation General Aviation Technology (GAT) Challenge. We talk with Michael Coates, the distributer of Pipistrel aircraft into the United States and part of Team Pipistrel. He talks about the competition and the challenges. X-Air Australia (9/2/08)

Dan Bailey, Six Chuter, Inc.
Six Chuter is the oldest continuously owned powered parachute manufacturing company in the United States and Dan Bailey has been building powered parachutes since before Six Chuter was founded. Recently, Six Chuter sold part of the company to two of its most active flight centers. Dan joins us to talk about the new arrangement and what it means to Six Chuter owners. Six Chuter, Inc. (9/2/08)

Ronnie Smith, South Mississippi Light Aircraft
Ronnie Smith joins us to talk about coolant leaks in the Rotax 582 engines. He talks about where you might typically find them and what the solutions are. South Mississippi Light Aircraft (9/2/08)

Keith Negal, British Microlight Aircraft Association
The UK team did very well at the European Classic Classes Microlight Championships this year and Keith Negal was there. We get a report from Keith on what happened in Poland this summer and catch up on competition news. British Microlight Aircraft Association (9/2/08)

Dan Johnson, ByDanJohnson.com
LAMA is helping LSA manufacturers prepare for the FAA Light Sport Aircraft audit that is in process right now. With the anticipation that comes with having FAA inspectors visiting a facility, LAMA is stepping up to help manufacturers understand the process and what is going on. Dan Johnson gives us the details. ByDanJohnson.com (9/2/08)