UltraFlight Radio - Ultralight, Microlight and Light Sport Aircraft Talk

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Listen Live Tuesdays at 12 PM Eastern Time
or 9 AM Pacific Time
or 1600 HRS Zulu (UTC Time)

Join Roy Beisswenger with guests from throughout the world of light aviation.

Learn about light sport aircraft, ultralights and microlights as well as the pilots, manufacturers, and organizations in the forefront of the sport.

UltraFlight Radio discusses fixed wing, rotorcraft, powered parachutes, hang gliders, powered paragliders and more. If you are flying or have always dreamed of flying, this is the show for you.

Visit with organizers of fly-ins and designers of products to make your flying safer and more fun. Learn from experienced aircraft builders. Hear from some of the top instructors in the sport and record-setting pilots.

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Here is What is Going on This Week!

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
We talk with Jim Sweeney about pilot transitions, be they from one category of aircraft to another or even one model to another. We cover legal requirements, insurance requirements, and of course practical and student requirements. SweeneyCorp (6/30/09)

Barbara Tolbert, Arlington Fly-In
It is time again for the Arlington, Washington Fly-In. Barbara Tolbert joins us to talk about what visitors can expect at this year's event. Arlington Fly-In (6/30/09)

Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
Normally Earl Lawrence talks about what is going on with Federal Agencies, since it is a part of his job to talk to them and advocate for pilot interests. But today he talks about what is on the minds of pilots as reflected in a recent survey the EAA sent to members. Experimental Aircraft Association (6/30/09)

Mike Stratman, California Power Systems, Inc.
If you have seized your pistons in your Rotax 582, you will need to replace them. Mike Stratman talks us through the process including disassembly, tools, parts needed and reassembly. California Power Systems, Inc. (6/30/09)

Greg Gremminger, Magni USA
Greg Gremminger just returned from a trip to the Magni Gyroplane factory in Italy. He talks about flying the new models and the stability standards that the Magni is built to. Magni USA (6/30/09)

Scott Johnson, US Airborne Sport Aviation Center
Scott Johnson was half of the USA Microlight Trike Team that went to Italy for the World Air Games. He tells us about his experiences preparing for the competition, finding equipment to use at the WAG's and of course the competition itself. US Airborne Sport Aviation Center (6/30/09)

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Earl Lawrence, Experimental Aircraft Association
Earl Lawrence joins us to give us some good news. The Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General (not an office I would expect to hear good news from) delivered a report that said in part, "We determined that general aviation presents only limited and mostly hypothetical threats to security" and does not require the TSA to increase regulatory oversight of the industry. We talk about how that report came about and what it means as well as what aviators are seeing as threats TO aviation. Experimental Aircraft Association (6/23/09)

James Wiebe, Belite Aircraft
For years it has been my belief that ultralight aircraft should become lighter, not heavier, with the use of newer technologies and materials. Someone else seems to also believe this and is working to make it a reality. James and Kathy Wiebe acquired the production rights to the Kitfox Lite and are using carbon fiber components to make it meet FAR Part 103 weight requirements. We talk with James about the challenges involved. Belite Aircraft (6/23/09)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
For light aircraft, low and slow flight in the midday offers dangers that many aren't aware of. Jim Sweeney talks about the hazards of mechanical turbulence. SweeneyCorp (6/23/09)

Carol Carpenter, Rainbow Aviation Services
Carol Carpenter discusses misunderstandings many have about the maintenance and equipment side of light sport aviation. We talk about what certificates you need to perform maintenance and inspections on Special Light Sport Aircraft (S-LSA) and some of the things you need to be aware of before you purchase a S-LSA. We also talk about how 16-Hour repairman courses are few and farther apart. Rainbow Aviation Services (6/23/09)

Jason Blair, National Association of Flight Instructors
We catch up with news from NAFI. Jason Blair talks about the revamping of the Master Instructor program and the introduction of the Associate Master Flight Instructor. We talk about what this level of recognition means to students and CFI's alike. We also talk about the FAA's outlook on aviation instruction. National Association of Flight Instructors (6/23/09)

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Upcoming Ultralight & Light Sport Aircraft Events!

If you have an upcoming ultralight related event that you would like to get on the schedule, E-mail me with the event name, location, date, and contact information by clicking here. This is a free service provided to help promote the sport.

Arlington Fly-In
July 8-12, 2009. Arlington Municipal Airport, Arlington, Washington. Ultralights, restored rare to modern aircraft, kid's activities, exhibitors, forums, workshops, military vehicles, fireworks, and world class aerobatic performers. Arlington Fly-In.

Ickes Airpark Annual Gathering
July 10-12, 2009. Ickes Public Ultralight Airport and Licensed Private Airport, Osterburg, Pennsylvania. There will be ultralights, powered parachutes and remote control models. All are invited for a fun weekend. There is free camping, parking, shower facilities and admission. There are nightly campfires, a covered dish dinner on July 11th and a great time to be had by all. Come join the gang and swap flying stories. Ickes Public Ultralight Airport.

18th Annual Yankee Ultralight Fly-In
July 10-12, 2009. Sanderson's Field, Greenland, New Hampshire . Fixed Wing Ultralights, Trikes, Powered Parachutes, Rotorcraft, Light Sport and General Aviation Aircraft are all welcome. Flying from Dawn to Dusk. Great food and fun for all. A USUA Signature Event. Yankee Ultralight Flyers.

Max Conrad Field Annual Fly-In/Drive-In. Airshow & Breakfast
July 12, 2009. Winona Airport, Winona, Minnesota. Great family Event. Free Airshow at 10:30 AM. Airplane rides available. The airport will again have many unique aircraft for you to encounter first hand. Exhibits include Winona Aero Modelers, EAA Chapter 919 Display, Civil Air Patrol, Medlink Helicopter, Winona County DARE, and more. Again this year Future Pilot Events "Just For Kids" events. Steve Buswell , 507-452-2220, funnsky@hbci.com.

10-Day Sport Pilot Training Course for Powered Parachutes
July 14-25, 2009. Greenville Municipal Airport, Greenville, Illinois. This 10-Day Sport Pilot course provides the required training for pilots wishing to fly powered powered parachutes. Class includes all ground schooling, flight training, and testing needed to earn a Sport Pilot license for Powered Parachutes. For more information visit Easy Flight Powered Parachutes.

Sho-Me Chute Flyers Annual Fly-In
July 16-19, 2009. Baugh Flight Park, Reeds, Missouri. Great fun flying, competitions, food and fellowship in Ozark Mountain country. Flight park is complete with RV hookups and camping. Clean showers and rest rooms are available on site, too. Event is also a fund raiser for Camp Quality, a camp for children with cancer. For more information call (417) 246-5801 or visit Baugh Flight Park.

MAPA 2nd Annual Light Sport Aircraft Jamboree
July 17-18, 2009. Essex County Airport, Fairfield, New Jersey. This year's event will take place on Friday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Currently over a dozen aircraft makers have confirmed that they'll exhibit at MAPA's LSA Jambo, making it the largest LSA event in the greater New York Metropolitan Area. Mid-Atlantic Pilots Association.

Two Rivers Light Sport And Ultralight Fly-In
July 17-18, 2009. Vermillion, South Dakota. North Central Ultralight Club Event. Contact Lowell Rahn at (605) 670-0256.

Shenandoah Ultralight and Light Sport Flight Festival
July 18, 2009, 2:00 - 7:00 PM. New Market Virginia Airport, New Market, Virginia. Come and see up close the many kinds of light aircraft that fly in the Shenandoah Valley: hot air balloons, powered paragliders, powered parachutes, gliders, hang gliders, trikes, fixed wing ultralights, fixed wing light sport airplanes, and radio controlled model airplanes. Flight instructors for all the different kinds of aircraft will attend. Discover how easy and inexpensive it can be to own a light aircraft and learn to fly. Learn about the LSA Repairman Inspection Rating program offered by Blue Ridge Community College. Free airplane rides for youth 8 – 17 years old. Free admission for all.

Gullivers' Wilderness Airpark 11th Annual Fly-In
July 22-26, 2009. 1222 Red Schoolhouse Road, Fulton, New York. All aircraft are welcome including powered para-motors and gyros and GA- you don't have to be FAR Part 103. We will tailor needs to fit all types of aircraft. Check airpark page for runway lengths and pictures Free Primitive Camping available for pilots. No pilot registration fees. Public is welcome and encouraged to attend, learn about Ultralights and sport planes! See them first hand. Free parking and free admission. Food and drinks concession available all day. ULFlyers.

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