SMAC059 – Aircraft Salvage, Recovery, and Transport with @FastAviationFL

 

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Episode 59 is on the air with your favorite group of aviation junkies – Victoria, Rick, Sean, and Len. Carl couldn’t join us on this recording as he recently got MARRIED and was away on his honeymoon! Make sure to send a big congrats to Carl when you get a chance, we’re sure he’ll appreciate it 🙂

We’ve got a cool guest today to talk about aircraft salvage, recovery, transport, and all kinds of other cool topics like growing up with some of aviation’s legends. Not only does she have an amazing story and background, but she’s also overcome some pretty difficult heath issues on the road to pursing her pilot’s license. In fact, we are proud to also announce her recent completion of her Private Pilot Certificate!

So let’s clear that prop and fire it up! Here we go.

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Announcements

  • PracticalGuideToWinterFlying.com – The Stuck Mic AvCast website has been updated and configured for VIP membership access to NEW online digital training products! Check out our VERY FIRST e-course, the Practical Guide to Winter Flying. You’ll learn all things winter flying for GA pilots based on Len and Carl’s flight instructing and airline experience. Packed chock full of useful tips and information, this training will give you the confidence to make smart decisions and fly safely during the cold, winter months.
  • New blog posts on the website for your reading pleasure – List Of Record-Breaking Airports Worldwide and Flying to Ottawa? Here’s one recommendation. Make sure to check those out and leave a comment on the blog when you’re done.
  • Special Thank You to our AMAZING sponsors, Aviation Universe and For Pilots Only for supporting this episode. We’re really grateful to have you on board with us.

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Show Notes

Special Guest – Rachel Payne – Florida Aircraft Salvage & Trasport (FAST) AviationBR1BKvJCIAEXTQp.jpg-large

Rachel’s dad was a pilot, so she was born into the aviation world. She’s been flying in one way or another ever since she could sit in the front seat with her dad. Rachel had to overcome several medical issues until she finally earned her certificate just a few months ago. She’s got time in all kinds of airplanes including Bonanzas and a Beech 18!

Rachel says she’s doing her part to keep general aviation alive by finding parts for people who need them. She travels from airport to airport dropping in to see what people are working on and if they need to unload any parts or airplanes. Rachel’s family has always accumulated airplanes. In fact, she built her 172 with her father.

When it was time to look into buying a car as a teen, Rachel decided to start selling airplane parts on eBay to make money. From there, Rachel’s business grew. She went to different people offering to sell their parts online. Rachel’s company also does airplane hauling. She’s been able to do some REALLY interesting flying with her job.

Rachel’s contact info:

FastAviationFlorida.com

Facebook.com/FASTAviation

Twitter.com/FastAviationFL

After Landing Checklist

No Picks of the Week were included in this interview episode.

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SMAC038 – 12 Flights of Christmas, FAA MedXpress, iFlyBlog

In this edition of the Stuck Mic AvCast we deliver quite a lineup of announcements before jumping in to a detailed discussion of the new changes in obtaining an FAA Medical specifically with regards to the paperwork process which has recently gone all digital! Join us for this educational chat about working with the new MedXPress system including tips and tricks from an actual AME followed as always by the co-hosts aviation Picks of the Week.

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American Heroes Airshow – This event is the nations premier helicopter airshow sporting a display of law enforcement, fire and government helicopters. Events are hosted all over the United States and the next show will be in Fort Myers, FL on Saturday January 19th, 2013 at the JetBlue Stadium park in Fort Myers. That’s right, helicopters IN a stadium! We’re sure you won’t want to miss this.

SocialFlight 2.0 [app update] – In a previous episode co-host Len Costa mentioned the SocialFlight app as his pick of the week and they’ve just recently released version 2.0. Here’s a brief breakdown of the features taken from the SocialFlight website: “SocialFlight 2.0 makes a good thing even better by adding your very own “Hangar Page” where you can search for other SocialFlight members, join together in “Flight Clubs”, chat, share photos and see who’s going to upcoming aviation events in your area.  You can also click on the “Fans” button on any event to see people who have made that event one of their “Favorites” (and may be attending).”

12 Flights of Christmas – Parents and family members, looking for that perfect gift for your youngster this holiday season? Well look no further! This year the folks at Sun N Fun in Lakeland, FL are taking nominations for children between the ages of 8 and 18 for the opportunity to win a FREE airplane ride. All you have to do is submit your child, grandchild, or neighbors information on the website. Entries will be accepted through December 20th, 2012 and there are 12 slots available, so don’t delay, enter today! Winners will also receive free admission to the STEMtastic camp on Saturday January 12th, 2013.

Brighter Future Through Aviation – Sun N Fun is working hard to promote aviation to our younger generations to help foster the growth of our favorite hobby and industry. Check out the video explaining their mission to: “preserve and enhance the future of flight through world-class events, inspiring and educating people of all ages. This is what we do and when you watch our new video you’ll learn why we do it.

***DON’T FORGET to stick around until the end of the show for a special holiday song that we’ve included for your listening pleasure***

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After Landing Checklist

~ Picks of The Week ~

Victoria – Astronaut Col Pam Melroy

Rick – Scheyden Sunglasses

Len – Brent Owens iFlyBlog.com

Carl – Commemorative Air Force

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