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SMAC286 Commemorating Amelia Earhart’s Solo Round The World Flight with Brian Lloyd

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Welcome to episode 286. Today we have a special guest who followed Amelia Earhart’s around the world solo flight in a single-engine plane. 

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Joining me today is Brian Lloyd who flew a solo round-the-world flight in his Mooney named “Spirit” to commemorate Amelia Earhart’s famous flight 80 years ago on the same date.

Talking Points:

  • Welcome to the show Brian Lloyd.
  • Why recreate the round-the-world flight.
  • Brian’s flying background.
  • Where did he fly?
  • Challenges of planning his flight.
  • The challenges faced during the trip.
  • Most memorable moments in his journey.
  • Where can we find out more about Brian and the Round-The-World Flight.
  • What is next for Brian?

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Links Mentioned:

http://projectameliaearhart.org

https://lloyd.aero 

https://www.earthrounders.com 

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SMAC284 How To Choose A REAL Alternate.

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REAL Alternate

Welcome to episode 284 today we discuss how to choose a REAL Alternate. It is the season of extreme weather and many times we find ourselves searching for an unplanned landing at an airport other than our destination. In this episode, we will discuss how to choose a “real” alternate, not one required by the regs. 

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So what do we mean by a “Real” alternate? Recently I had to divert due to unforeseen weather. I found myself thinking about how I chose my eventual alternate and why we should all have an alternate in mind even if not required by law. Today we discuss how to choose a “real” alternate and why one might be important on every flight, even one in the pattern. 

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Picks Of The Week:

Carl –https://www.youtube.com/StuckMicAvCast 

Eric – https://www.liveatc.net/  

Russ – Black Cat 2-1: The True Story of a Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and His Crew https://www.amazon.com/Black-Cat-2-1-Vietnam-Helicopter/dp/1612542085/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=black+cat+2+1&qid=1630024978&sr=8-3

Tom – https://www.pilotscafe.com/ 

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SMAC282 Powered Parachutes with Roy Beisswenger

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Welcome to episode 282. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly a powered parachute? I know I love watching them fly and have been curious to find out what it takes to fly and possibly own a powered parachute. Joining me today is Roy Beisswenger from https://www.easyflight.com 

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Cruise Flight: 

In today’s episode, we discover how you can fly a powered parachute with Roy Beisswenger.

Talking Points:

  • What is a powered parachute?
    • Differences between powered parachutes and powered paragliders
  • The joys of flying a powered parachute.
    • Low and slow
    • Being able to take others flying
  • How do I learn to fly one?
    • New Pilot
    • Transitioning Pilot
    • Best practices
  • Do I need a special pilot certificate?
    • Sport Pilot
    • Private Pilot
  • Where and when can I fly a powered parachute?
    • Airports
    • Home Fields
    • Weather
  • Ownership.
    • Equipment costs.
    • Insurance.
    • Storage.
  • How to find out more

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Picks Of The Week:

Not picks of the week since this is an interview.

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Established in 1928, Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology is one of the nation’s first technical training schools for aviation and pilots. 

Spartan College has trained over 100,000 pilots during its over 90-year history!

With the purchase of 32 new Piper Archers, you will train using the newest technology in the industry.

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SMAC281 Summer Flying 2021

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Summer Flying

Welcome to episode 281. Summer flying has arrived and today we start off our annual discussion of summer flying with some interesting experiences and great advice from our experienced co-hosts. My name is Carl Valeri and joining me today is Tom Frick and Sean Moody.

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Ready for your aviation career to take off? 

Visit www.Spartan.edu to find how you can accelerate your career in aviation.

Established in 1928, Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology is one of the nation’s first technical training schools for aviation and pilots. 

Spartan College has trained over 100,000 pilots during its over 90-year history!

With the purchase of 32 new Piper Archers, you will train using the newest technology in the industry.

To find out more visit www.Spartan.edu. 

Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology will accelerate your aviation career and help you reach new heights!

Cruise Flight: 

Summer flying in 2021 advice and experiences. 

Talking Points:

  • The joys of summer flying
    • Days are longer so more flying!
    • Fewer worries about icing.
  • Hazards of summer flying
    • Thunderstorms.
      • How far you should try and avoid them.
      • What side of the storm should I fly?
      • How far above the thunderstorms should I fly?
    • Airspace and thunderstorms “squeeze”.
    • Humidity
      • Carb Ice
      • Water in fuel
    • Hot starts
    • Unexpected engine system indications
    • Even affects airliners 
    • Density altitude.
  • Summer flying tips for passenger comfort….and your comfort.
    • Bring water.
    • Shade for your plane and you.
      • Hats and plane covers.
    • Fly earlier and later in the day.
    • Air vents
    • Buy an air conditioner
    • Sick sack in plane
    • Information for the passenger
  • Tools for preflight.
    • Prog charts
    • Ipad apps for navigating around weather.
  • In-flight tools for summer flying.
    • ADS-B
      • Watch what others are doing.
    • XM weather
    • Flightradar 24
  • Tools on the internet for learning weather.

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Picks Of The Week:

Carl – https://amzn.to/2TjiBMY Weather Flying by Robert Buck, 5th edition.

Tom – SkewT/LogP chart training https://www.weather.gov/source/zhu/ZHU_Training_Page/convective_parameters/skewt/skewtinfo.html

Sean – Flight simulator on Xbox https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2021/06/13/microsoft-flight-simulator-lands-on-xbox-series-xs-and-with-xbox-game-pass-on-july-27/