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Welcome to Episode 107 of The Stuck Mic AvCast, an aviation podcast about Learning To Fly, Living to Fly, and Loving to Fly! Sharing the magic of aviation is a joy flight instructors experience every day. Occasionally, instructors have a student which changes our lives and perspective on life. Today we discuss flying with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) and how the lessons have changed the life of both the student and the instructor.
Joining us for this episode are two guest hosts Russ Roslewski, flight instructor and aviation blogger; and Tom Frick, Flight Instructor from West Florida. Are regular hosts Victoria and Carl also join the conversation today.
Announcements:
Paws & Planes Day : Holiday at the Airport
Aerospace Scholarships Guide Update
Polk State Flight Team Place in the NIFA Region 9 SafeCon Event
Flight Team Wins The Society Of Experimental Test Pilots Challenge Award
Flight Team also won The Safety Award from ExpressJet Airlines.
Cruise Flight:
- Teaching a student with ALS To Fly – Tom Frick
- Flying with Students with Challenges
- Flying the Maule Aircraft – Russ Roslewsk
After Landing Checklist:
Pick Of The Week:
DIY ADS-B Receiver – Russ Roslewski
Aviation Weather TAF Board – Tom Frick
National WASP WWII Museum – Victoria Zajcko
Solo Flight: One Pilot’s Aviation Adventure around Australia
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That is my husband flying with ALS. Tom was wonderful and very inspirational during this time with Bob Boyer trying to fulfill his dream. Unfortunately he has had to stop due to complications with his legs and hands, but holds it dear to his heart.
My first symptoms of ALS occurred in 2014, but was diagnosed in 2016. I had severe symptoms ranging from shortness of breath, balance problems, couldn’t walk without a walker or a power chair, i had difficultyswallowing and fatigue. I was given medications which helped but only for a short burst of time, then I decided to try alternative measures and began on ALS Formula treatment from Tree of Life Health clinic. It has made a tremendous difference for me (Visit w w w. treeoflifeherbalclinic .com ). I had improved walking balance, increased appetite, muscle strength, improved eyesight and others. ]