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SMAC324 Tropic Angel Author Nate Van Coops

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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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Nathan Van Coops is an author, pilot, mechanic, aviation business owner, and many other things, and it is a pleasure to talk to him today.

Welcome.
How Russ found Nate.
His passion for aviation and writing.
Book Summary – Tropic Descent (Tropic Angel series).
Other book series.
Other new books since our last interview or in the works.
What else has he been up to since our last interview?

Links:

https://stuckmicavcast.com/writing/smac244-two-passions-flying-in-formation-aviation-and-writing/

https://www.nathanvancoops.com/

Tropic Angel Book Link:
https://books2read.com/TropicAngel

Tropic Descent:
https://books2read.com/TropicDescent

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

https://www.floridaairshow.com


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SMAC311 Expect Turbulence Author Keith Young Discusses Overcoming Challenges when Learning To Fly

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Many of you have challenges when learning to fly or adding a rating. I encourage you to keep pursuing your wings and aviation goals. Today I have someone who has an inspirational message for you and knows how to overcome numerous challenges during the learning process.

Keith Young is the author of “Expect Turbulence” an inspirational read. I think everyone will be able to relate to at least one of the challenges he overcame during his journey to his pilot certificate.

Joining me today are Bill English, and Leslie Caubble.

Before we begin a quick reminder the new 2024 version of the scholarship guide has been published and is available by clicking on the scholarships guide on the right side of the screen at https://stuckmicavcast.com/

Cruise Flight:

  • Book Title – Expect Turbulence: The title has an obvious double meaning.
    Learning to fly is hard.
  • Overcoming health issues.
  • Time is the biggest factor
  • Money is the second biggest factor.
  • Finding a flight School/Instructor
  • Have a support system
  • Have Fun

Links:

Expect Turbulence: My Real-Life Experience Learning to Fly by Keith Young
https://amzn.to/48GXc28

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SMAC259 Ferry Pilot: Nine Lives Over the North Atlantic with Kerry McCauley

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Welcome to Episode 259. Today we have a special guest Kerry McCauley author of Ferry Pilot: Nine Lives Over the North Atlantic. 

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FRIDAY DECEMBER 4TH, 2020 1PM – 7PM

SATURDAY DECEMBER 5TH, 2020 9AM-4PM

SUN ‘N FUN HOLIDAY FLYING FESTIVAL AND CAR SHOW

Join us Saturday, December 5th at 10 AM for a GA Town Hall

ACE President and CEO John “Lites” Leenhouts, 

AOPA President and CEO Mark Baker, and 

EAA President, CEO, and Board Chairman Jack Pelton

Stay tuned for more details by visiting FlySNF.org. 

Again joining us today is Kerry McCauly author of Ferry Pilot: Nine Lives Over the North Atlantic. In his 30 year career as an international ferry pilot, Kerry has battled fuel system malfunctions over the Atlantic, a total electrical failure at night over the Sahara, being struck by lightning off the coast of Portugal, and losing his engine in a thunderstorm. Today he will share his adventure and give us an inside view into the thrills and challenges of being a ferry pilot over the Atlantic.

Welcome to the show, Kerry.

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

  • Single engine over the ocean. Really?
  • Why fly a plane over the ocean when you can ship it in a container?
  • How do you prepare for a journey over water?
  • Challenges and exciting adventures.
  • Mitigating the risks when flying over the Atlantic.
  • What Kerry flies when there is land under his wings.
  • Landing at St. Barts. 
  • Kerry’s next flying adventure.
  • How we can get in touch with Kerry and find his book.

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Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

FERRY PILOT: Nine Lives Over the North Atlantic by Kerry McCauley

https://amzn.to/34sIe0Y

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fY2XPtcrng&ab_channel=SmithsonianChannel

SMAC258 Pacific on the Right: Two Pilots, One Airplane, a Lifetime of Memories

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Welcome to Episode 258. Today we have a special guest Curtis Pierce Author of Pacific on the Right: Two Pilots, One Airplane, a Lifetime of Memories. “Pacific on the Right” chronicles the journey of Curt Pierce from Arizona to Chile. His flight student, Miguel, bought a new plane, and instead of shipping it down to his home in Chile, the two made the flight together. The 6,760-mile journey through 11 countries leaves them under house arrest in Peru, landing in a restricted military base, crossing paths with a fleeing President―and much more.

Before we begin a quick word from our sponsor.

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Please consider becoming a patron. Every dollar we raise goes towards giving away a scholarship guide through our Pay It Forward Campaign. Please visit:

https://www.patreon.com/ValeriAviation 

With over $120 Million in aerospace scholarships, we are the largest online directory. Be part of changing people’s lives by investing in others and becoming a patron by visiting http://StuckMicAvCast.com/patron.

News And Announcements:

FRIDAY DECEMBER 4TH, 2020 1PM – 7PM

SATURDAY DECEMBER 5TH, 2020 9AM-4PM

SUN ‘N FUN HOLIDAY FLYING FESTIVAL AND CAR SHOW

Join us Saturday, December 5th at 10 AM for a GA Town Hall

ACE President and CEO John “Lites” Leenhouts, 

AOPA President and CEO Mark Baker, and 

EAA President, CEO, and Board Chairman Jack Pelton

Stay tuned for more details by visiting FlySNF.org. 

Cruise Flight (Talking Points): 

  • Why flying a brand new 172 from Phoenix, AZ all the way to Santiago, Chile when you could have shipped it?
  • How the idea of flying instead of shipping developed.
  • Don’t fall into the trap of the $100 hamburger and try new adventures.
  •  2 ½ weeks, 63 hours, and a whole bunch of crazy stories.
  • Planning the trip.
  • Challenges
  • Unique sights and experiences.
  • Crossing paths with a fleeing President.
  • How to get your ideas and stories into a book.
  • Book availability.

After Landing Checklist:

No picks of the week since this is an interview.

Links Mentioned In This Podcast:

Pacific on the Right: Two Pilots, One Airplane, a Lifetime of Memories

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