Stuck Mic AvCast

Today, we have a special guest, Peter Buffington, an airline pilot and amazing aviation-themed musician. His high-energy and visually exciting channel can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@SpeedBrakeArmed

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Talking Points:

Peter’s aviation journey and what inspired him to fly.
He was able to meld his passion for aviation with a passion for music.
What is SpeedBrake Armed?
Why he feels SpeedBrake armed resonates with those who love to fly.
Where can we find Pe...

Today, we have a special guest, Matt Ryan. Matt is AVweb’s lead editor. His eyes have been turned to the sky for as long as he can remember. Now a fixed-wing pilot, instructor, and aviation writer, Matt also teaches in
a college aviation program in the Dallas area. Today, we discuss Matt’s lifelong love for aviation and how a spark at a young age lit the flame that is seen by aviation enthusiasts throughout the world.

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https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/

Coaching, Cour...

Did you know the International Committee of the Red Cross runs one of the
most complex humanitarian flight operations in the world? Today we have a
special guest ICRC’s Head of Air Ops Laurent Camisa to describe the life
saving and humanitarian efforts of the ICRC and specifically their flight
operations.

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Cruise Flight:
Talking Points:

What is the ICRC: https://blogs.icrc.org/intercross/
The aviation mission of the ICRC.
Wh...

Today we have a special guest Alex Koziol better known as Alpha Kilo Warrior on YouTube. Alex was a volunteer this year at Sun N Fun and has been encouraging and entertaining pilots through his YouTube Channel.

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Talking Points:

Alpha Kilo Warrior 51-Year-Old.
General Aviation Private Pilot 300 hours. Started Flying in 2001 after 9/11. Took 10-years off, Rusty Pilot started a YouTube channel due to being Rusty.
Aviation Ambassador in New England.
Aviation Entertainment...

For over 75 years, JAARS (Jungle Aviation and Relay Service) has dedicated itself to covering the last mile of missions through aviation. Typically involving transport of missionaries, translators and logistical support, JAARS has established itself as a leader in missionary aviation in the world’s green band of rainforests and jungle regions.

Steve Russell, president of JAARS, joins us to discuss the valuable role JAARs plays and its new direction towards their new MedEvac mission. Welcome to the show Steve!

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Welcome to the Sun n Fun 2026 edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast.
Russ, Tom, Carl, and Victoria attended the airshow and had an amazing time. This is part 3 of our favorite interviews from Sun N Fun.

Chats From The Deck At Sun N Fun:

Eric Crump Vice President Aerospace Center For Excellence
https://aceedu.org

Aerocreeper
https://aerocreeper.com/

Bose
https://boseaviation.com/

Sandrine Gassard
https://girlsgofly.com/

Phillips 66
https://www.phillips66.com/aviation/

Women Shine At Sun...

Welcome to the Sun n Fun 2026 edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast
Russ, Tom, Carl, and Victoria attended the airshow and had an amazing time. This is part 2 of our favorite interviews from Sun N Fun.

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Chats From The Deck At Sun N Fun:

Piedmont Airlines

Eric Washburn Chairman Sun N Fun

Jane Winter and Nancy Leenhouts

Antitra Goddard STOL

Linda Solars Flying over the Atlantic with a home built

NORAD Pilots

After Landing Checklist:

Pick...

Welcome to the Sun n Fun 2026 edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast
Russ, Tom, Carl, and Victoria attended the airshow and had an amazing time.

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Our Favorite Interviews From Sun N Fun:

Speed Brake Music

Limitless Aviation wheelchair user did formula 1 air and STOL

https://www.instagram.com/limitless_air_racing/

Mooney Anomaly

https://www.instagram.com/themooneyanomaly/

Gleim

https://aviation.gleim.com

Aviation Artist

Amanda Holley From Chanel 8...

Carl Attended the Fly With Jeremy open house and hangar event at Xavier Aviation Hangar in Lakeland FL. Jeremy has a unique and innovative approach to flight training and rental treating every customer with respect and providing an unparalleled level of service.

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on...

Carl Attended the Fly With Jeremy open house and hangar event at Xavier Aviation Hangar in Lakeland FL. In Part 1 Carl interviews Fiona X a Chinese social media influencer getting ready to fly with Jeremy. Jeremy has a unique and innovative approach to flight training and rental treating every customer with respect and providing an unparalleled level of service.

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LL...

Carl attended Planes, Trains, and Automobiles at Plant City Airport in Florida. PTA is a day of discovery, excitement, and family-friendly fun for kids of all ages. Plant City Airport is transformed into a wonderland of motion — where the skies, rails, and roads all converge in one spectacular celebration.

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medi...

The First Annual Affordable Flying Expo Day 3 November 8 2025. Carl had a great day speaking with exhibitors and attending seminars. We hope you enjoy the live interviews.

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC.
You can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

1 Jamail Larkins – Av...

The First Annual Affordable Flying Expo Day 2 November 7 2025. Carl had a great day speaking with exhibitors and attending seminars. We hope you enjoy the live interviews.

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

1 Shawn Staerker – The Futu...

June the National Safety Month and we are going to talk about keeping our passengers and ourselves safe in our home and workplace which is the airport. – This is the National Safety Council’s annual observance to help keep each other safe from the workplace to anyplace

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medica...

Preflight:

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

Talking Points:

Also referred to as the or “Compliance Program.” (Previously ““Compliance Philosophy”)
• Works on the premise that errors should be corrected not punished
• Voluntary Partic...

Welcome our interviews from Sun N Fun 2025.

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Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

Interviews:

Tom Frick:
Carolyn – https://www.fly-inn.com

Adriana the Luscombe Lady. Tailwheel training. Learning in a...

Welcome to our annual Live Event From Sun N Fun 2025. Today joining us are your hosts Bill English, James Spearman, and Tom Frick.

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ 

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

Guests And Talking Points:

Bill English – Flying Into...

Runway Incursions, unstable approaches, and simple misjudgment during landing are the main reasons we need to go around, but are you ready to execute a go-around maneuver properly? In my over 25 years of instructing recreational, business, and airline pilots, I have noticed a consistent trend: we don’t perform discontinued approaches very well. In this episode, we discuss how and why you should go around. Additionally, we will give you tips and tricks to execute the go-around maneuver safely and properly.

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Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Fina...

As pilots, we learn many skills and thought processes to accomplish our unique mission of exploring the world in an amazing environment passing through the air. The thought process of being a pilot can play a key role in the cockpit but also benefits us in our personal and business lives. Bobby Dutton is a passionate aviator who has enabled many through his keynotes to translate the skills and passion we as pilots use to guide us towards an amazing airborne journey to an amazing life here on the ground.

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Visit our sponsor Stratus...

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Please visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! you can find more at https://stratus.finance/

As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/

Whether it’s financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to t...

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AOPA awards
https://www.aopa.org/-/media/Files/AOPA/Home/Training-and-Safety/2025-Flight-Training-Experience-Award-Winners.pdf

Leslie: I Hart aFlying Foundation “Fuel From the Hart” scholarship. Will be used toward Commercial Multi-engine add-on training.

Talking Points:

Reasons to Buy or Not Buy (Not just about money):
Cost/Utilization
24-hour availability
Type of aircraft
Exactly meet your mission
No unicorns.

Solo Ownership v Partnership
Costs
Control
Availability
Ability to Sell Plane

Common Mistakes made when purchasing an aircraft:
Not...

The Distinguished Flying Cross medal is awarded to any officer or enlisted person of the armed forces of the United States for heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. We are proud to announce that our Co-Host James Spearman has been Awarded The Distinguished Flying Cross and he is here to tell us about his experience leading to the award and how you can learn from his experience and apply it to your flying.

Cruise Flight

What Is the Distinguished Flying Cross?
Why James Was Awarded The Medal.
What J...

Want to truly feel like a bird and fly with the wind rushing by your face? You should try powered paragliding today! Our guest Noah will explain that it is easier and less expensive than you might think. Noah runs the All American Paramotor in Harrah Ok. Welcome to the show Noah

Talking Points:

What is Paramotoring (Powered Paragliding)?
Why is Noah passionate about Paramotors?
Noah’s aviation background.
Do I need a pilot certificate? How about a medical certificate?
How much does it cost?
Paramotor scholarships. (I only know of...

Why fly multi-engine aircraft?
When a twin is safer than a single.
When is a twin more dangerous than a single?
Considerations of multi-engine aircraft ownership.
Cost of maintenance.
Cost of training.
What twin should I buy?
Depends on budget and mission.
What can you do to make flying a twin safer?
Where to train?
Accelerated programs and type-specific programs.

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Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pi...

Are You trying to decide what to get your favorite aviators for the holidays? This episode is for you. The team at Stuck Mic AvCast has thought long and hard to come up with gifts you can buy your favorite aviators this season! And that includes you! Let’s get started!

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Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/

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The flight review is a requirement but is also an opportunity to enhance your skills and increase your and your passenger’s safety. In this episode, we take you beyond the basic FAA requirements and promote what we call a “Successful Flight Review”.

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Cruise Flight:

The Flight Review
What Is A “Successful” Flight Review
Beyond (14 CFR) 61.56 https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/14/61.56
A review of the current general operating and flight rules of part 91 of this chapter; and
A review of those maneuvers and procedures that, at t...

If you like exciting action-packed airshows that give back to the local community you will love the Florida International Airshow in Punta Gorda Florida. Today I am speaking with Denise Dull, President of the airshow who has led a team to help grow into one of the best air shows in the United States. We will discuss the challenges and keys to success in creating, growing, and continuing the legacy of an airshow.

UPDATE: In light of the significant impacts of Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene on the community, the organizers have decided to cancel...

Welcome to a special edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast.

Preflight Checklist:

Sponsor:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/

As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.stuckmicavcast.com/free/

Whether financing your dream of flying or simplifying the pr...

March 7 2023 a low-wing piper and a high-wing piper on floats collided killing a flight instructor and student pilot in both planes. This accident was especially tragic for me since the instructor of the low-wing Piper, Faith, was one of the members of the flight team I coached.

In today’s episode, we will discuss collision avoidance tips and tricks to prevent such a tragic accident from happening again. I am also recording this because I promised Faith’s Mom I would do everything I could to help promote good collision avoidance practices. So here are our coll...

Obtaining a pilot certificate is a license to learn but there are a few things we wish we knew before we passed our checkride. In this episode, we discuss what we wish we were taught during our flight training to fly safer and operate more efficiently.

Preflight Checklist:

Sponsor:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/

As a sponsor of this pod...

It was after midnight and the lights of New York City could be seen from miles away as we flew over Republic Field on Long Island New York on our way to White Plains. I could make out the airport many miles away and the winds were calm. I caught myself saying “What could go wrong on this perfect night”. I wish I didn’t say that.

In the flare to touchdown, I noticed things getting dark out of the corner of my eye. That is when I realized the time set for the lights had fi...

Are you looking for a thrilling aviation adventure without leaving your living room? An amazing aviation wordsmith and pilot Nathan Van Coops is joining us today. He was last on episode 244 and his passion for aviation shines both in his writing and his life as a pilot and mechanic.

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Sponsor:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! you can find more at https://stratus.finance/

As a sponsor of this podcast, St...

In today’s episode, we discuss how to talk to your mechanic to help improve your maintenance outcomes. We are going to try to look at how we can better describe problems and ask questions to increase the quality of our maintenance experience while reducing the stress of having a broken plane.

Preflight Checklist:

Sponsor:

Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! you can find more at https://stratus.finance/

Whether financing your drea...

What is too much Airplane? Are you considering upgrading the aircraft you rent or pondering purchasing a new plane to carry all of your friends and family? Well with a more complex and larger airplane come some considerations especially if the airplane you are considering is too much pane for you.

As with all of our hobbies, we tend to want the biggest and “best” but sometimes smaller and adequate fulfill our needs and are more in line with our skill level. Today we will discuss how you can tell if you are considering or have “Too Much A...

For the first time since 2001 aircraft representing virtually every chapter of general aviation’s history flew over the National Mall in Washington, D.C for the National Celebration of Aviation. Part of this flyover was our very own Bill English who is here today to discuss this historic event.

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This episode is sponsored by STEM Flights, a national nonprofit organization that connects Middle and High School students with volunteer Pilot Mentors to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). They inspire America’s youth to pursue STEM and aviation careers with a unique flig...

Home flight simulation is not only a fun hobby but will help you with real-world flight training; now we have the statistics to prove it. Joining us today is Evan Reiter to discuss how you can benefit from home flight simulation and the upcoming Flight Simulation Expo 2024.

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Women’s Air Racing has been a tradition since 1929 which has evolved to the Woman’s Air Race Classic to be run June 18 through 24 of 2024. To tell us more about the storied history of the air race classic is Emmy Dillon, a competitor in this year’s race

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A brief history of The Air Ra...

Australians are passionate about aviation and one of the most passionate aviation geeks is Grant McHerron. Grant along with Steve Visscher host Australia’s longest-running aviation show. Speaking of Australia did you know we have Australian Scholarships in our Scholarship guide and you can get one for free?

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strum...

Every aviator has struggles in training whether you are a fighter pilot or a student pilot. Many times our struggles are with confidence in ourselves. Today I have someone who will help you realize success in your aviation journey.

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This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ They are giving away 100 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw”

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC handles various aviation matters, including, FAA safety...

Cruise Flight:

C17 Loadmaster Noah Cummings
Stallion 51 T6 Training
https://www.stallion51.com/
Lin Caywood 99’s
https://www.ninety-nines.org/
Bryan Turner Just Plane Silly YouTube channel
https://youtube.com/@JustPlaneSilly
Russ Still Gold Seal Ground School
https://groundschool.com/
Bob Santom CGS Hawk Ultralights
https://www.cgsaviation.com/
C17 Aircraft Commander Sammy Bledsoe

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