SMAC145 Modern Day Barnstormer Dewey Davenport

The days of barnstorming are not over because pilots such as Dewey Davenport are keeping the nostalgic golden age of flight alive! Dewey is an inspiration, outstanding pilot, and steward of aviation history. He is one of the few barnstormers in this country and the only active African American barnstormer.

Preflight Checklist:

This is a special interview with Carl and Dewey, discussing Dewey’s love of aviation and how he passes it along to others.

 

Cruise Flight:

  • Dewey tells his story of flying around Ohio giving rides in an antique biplane.
  • He has flown Travel Air, Steerman, the Standard.
  • Dewey explains the history of barnstorming right after World War I.
  • Why barnstorming in an open cockpit plane has become so rare.
  • Dewey’s story about how he got started in barnstorming.
  • Dewey has worked with the Wounded Warrior project to help veterans achieve their dream of flying in a biplane.
  • Dewey also participates in the Barnstorming Carnival

After Landing Checklist:

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

Check out Dewey’s Facebook page

Video Of The Week:

SMAC144 Airshow Entertainer and WWII Reenactor Theresa Eaman

Preflight Checklist:

This is a special interview between Carl and Theresa Eaman, who sings classical jazz and WWII songs at air shows and other places.

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Cruise Flight:

Today I have a special guest on the podcast. For over a decade Theresa Eaman has been touching hearts and souls through her singing and moving performance at airshows. I first heard Theresa at the WWII Weekend in Reading, Pennsylvania and most recently at Sun N Fun. I am excited to have this lovely person, outstanding performer, and fellow aviation enthusiast on the show. Theresa Eaman is a patriot, outstanding entertainer, and accomplished WWII reenactor.

Theresa Eaman and I discuss:

  • Her unique ability to combine her love for music and aviation.
  • How she started singing at various aviation events.
  • The National Anthem.
  • Her favorite Jazz songs.
  • When You Wish Upon A Star – my favorite song and the unique story behind the recording.
  • WWII reenacting rewards and challenges.
  • Her upcoming events and how you can find more about her.

After Landing Checklist:

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

Theresa Eaman’s Facebook

Video Of The Week:

Teresa Eaman Singing Brings Warbirds to Life SNF 2017

Thanks Again To Our Sponsor:

Jeff Kennon Author of The Day I Learned To Fly

“If you want to ignite in your small child, or rekindle the first time you fell in love with flying, purchase your copy today of ‘The Day I Learned to Fly‘ by Jeff Kennon, Speaker, Author and Pilot’