SMAC345 Planes, Trains, and Automobiles 2026

Carl attended Planes, Trains, and Automobiles at Plant City Airport in Florida. PTA is a day of discovery, excitement, and family-friendly fun for kids of all ages. Plant City Airport is transformed into a wonderland of motion — where the skies, rails, and roads all converge in one spectacular celebration. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: 1 Imperial RC Club – David Raff https://imperialrcclub.com/ 2 Atlas Aviation – Abby Tapp https://atlasaviation.com/ 3 Commemorative Air Force Tampa Bay – Steve Warmuth https://caftampabaywing.clubexpress.com/ 4 Liam Hawkins Mooney Anomaly https://www.instagram.com/themooneyanomaly/?hl=en 5 Chris Gregory Stearman https://flyingadventure.com/ 6 Plane Crazy Life – Michael Kennedy, Skywagon Mark, Hanger Cole https://www.youtube.com/@PlaneCrazyLife 7 Tampa Bay Aviation Association – Pat Livzey https://mytbaa.org 8 Wes Kercher Real Clean Aircraft Detailing https://www.realcleanaircraft.com The post SMAC345 Planes, Trains, and Automobiles 2026 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

The First Annual Affordable Flying Expo Day 3 November 8 2025. Carl had a great day speaking with exhibitors and attending seminars. We hope you enjoy the live interviews. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC. You can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: 1 Jamail Larkins – Aviation Start 2 James Mauch – Fly Risen – Porto Aviation 3 Mark Korin – Alpha Systems 4 Lou Mancuso – Sebring Flight Academy 5 FlyORKA (OR-KA) — Shona May Fenion and Roland Delhomme 6 Chris Gourdine – Side Slip Aviation After Landing Checklist: Watch the MOSAIC town hall on YouTube at : https://www.youtube.com/live/leVJsO4QT48?si=eown0_wlKzMQ9EzM Links: https://affordableflying.net https://www.aviationstart.org https://www.flyrisen.com https://alphasystemsaoa.com https://www.bristellsales.com https://sebringflightacademy.com https://flyorka.com https://sideslipaviation.com Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 14-19, 2026 https://flysnf.org The post SMAC344 Affordable Flying Expo 2025 Nov 8 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

The First Annual Affordable Flying Expo Day 2 November 7 2025. Carl had a great day speaking with exhibitors and attending seminars. We hope you enjoy the live interviews. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: 1 Shawn Staerker – The Future in Flight Podcast 2 Abid Farooqui – SilverLight Aviation 3 Hummel Aircraft 4 Anitra Goddard Sun N Fun Fan Van Ambassador After Landing Checklist: Watch the MOSAIC town hall on YouTube at : https://www.youtube.com/live/leVJsO4QT48?si=eown0_wlKzMQ9EzM Links: https://futureinflight.com https://affordableflying.net https://silverlightaviation.com https://www.instagram.com/anitragoddard/ Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 14-19, 2026 https://flysnf.org The post SMAC343 Affordable Flying Expo 2025 Nov 7 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

June the National Safety Month and we are going to talk about keeping our passengers and ourselves safe in our home and workplace which is the airport. – This is the National Safety Council’s annual observance to help keep each other safe from the workplace to anyplace Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Safety is more than just flying. We operate in a unique environment both on the ground and in flight. Hangar Safety. What tools do you have in your hangar? Fire extinguisher Eye cleaning supplies Chocks – never trust the parking brake Tie down in open t hanger Accident prevention Evacuation Plan Adequate lighting in your hangar. Fall prevention. Pest control. Matt suggested fire ant powder Airport operation safety Walking at the airport Driving at the airport. Slow down! Stop and pick up or report FOD. Hangar & Airport Security Everyone is the eyes and ears. https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/online-courses/general-aviation-security After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: Carl – https://www.redcross.org learn first aid, cpr, and more. Russ – Remote pick of the week. Leslie – AOPA General Aviation TSA Security Awareness Training https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/online-courses/general-aviation-security Chris – https://www.avemco.com/ Links: https://www.nsc.org https://www.avemco.com/ https://www.ready.gov/earthquakes https://nbaa.org/aircraft-operations/safety/hangar-ground-safety/ Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025 https://www.floridaairshow.com The post SMAC342 A Unique View Of National Safety Month appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Also referred to as the or “Compliance Program.” (Previously ““Compliance Philosophy”) • Works on the premise that errors should be corrected not punished • Voluntary Participation • Work with FAA inspector, do not ignore FAA investigations • Compliance Action may be as simple as coaching over the phone, or may have additional steps like a flight with aa CFI • Generally does not result in legal action • Generally not placed in the Pilot Records Database (PRD) • Compliance Actions are much less hassle than legal actions Filing an Aviation Safety Report (ASR, aka NASA Form) not required but a good idea. Save the confirmation number, and save a copy of the report. From FAA website: “The Compliance Program represents a focus on using — where appropriate — non-enforcement methods, or “Compliance Actions.” A Compliance Action can be described as FAA’s non-enforcement methods for correcting unintentional deviations or noncompliance that arise from factors such as flawed systems and procedures, simple mistakes, lack of understanding, or diminished skills. A Compliance Action is not a legal adjudication, nor does it constitute a finding of violation.” • Information provided can be used in future investigations and legal proceedings by the FAA, but compliance is almost always the best option After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: https://amzn.to/446pp13 He’s a former Blackhawk pilot just trying to put his past behind him—but when a plane goes missing, Luke Angel is the only one who can untangle the truth. If you love flying fiction that actually gets the aviation right, check out TROPIC ANGEL by Nate Van Coops. It’s the first in a series of fast-paced aviation thrillers featuring seaplanes, shady airports, and a pilot who just wants a quiet life—but always gets pulled back into the action. The books are narrated by Scott Brick, one of the best in the business, and book three hits audio soon. So if you like your mysteries airborne and expertly voiced, start now with TROPIC ANGEL on Audible. Links: Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025 https://www.floridaairshow.com The post SMAC341 FAA’s Compliance Program appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

Welcome our interviews from Sun N Fun 2025. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Interviews: Tom Frick: Carolyn – https://www.fly-inn.com Adriana the Luscombe Lady. Tailwheel training. Learning in a tailwheel or transitioning. Philip Gunn Recreational Aviation Foundation. The mission of RAF is to support back country and unpaved airports. https://theraf.org/ Gary Hillman Consolidated Aircraft Coverings. How to work on fabric coverings and rib stitching on vintage and modern planes. https://www.conaircraft.com/ After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: tNo Pick Of The Week Since This Is A Live Show. Links: Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025 https://www.floridaairshow.com The post SMAC340 Interviews From Sun N Fun 2025 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

Welcome to our annual Live Event From Sun N Fun 2025. Today joining us are your hosts Bill English, James Spearman, and Tom Frick. Preflight: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/  The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Guests And Talking Points: Bill English – Flying Into Sun N Fun and The Tailwheel Experience. Carl Valeri – Aviation Careers Podcast. Tom Frick – A Man of Many Hats to Discuss Volunteering At Sun N Fun And Why You Should Consider Volunteering. James Spearman – Aviation Maintenance Innovative products or services he has seen on display at Sun N fun from a mechanics perspective. Guest Interviews TJ Shembekar – https://tjflyingadventures.com/ https://www.cirruspilots.org/ Dave Pasco – https://www.liveatc.net/ Sean Straeker – https://futureinflight.com Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Links: Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025 https://flysnf.org/ Booth A-41 The post SMAC339 Live From Sun N Fun Radio 2025 appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

Runway Incursions, unstable approaches, and simple misjudgment during landing are the main reasons we need to go around, but are you ready to execute a go-around maneuver properly? In my over 25 years of instructing recreational, business, and airline pilots, I have noticed a consistent trend: we don’t perform discontinued approaches very well. In this episode, we discuss how and why you should go around. Additionally, we will give you tips and tricks to execute the go-around maneuver safely and properly. Preflight: Sponsor: Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training, and they understand your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/ Whether financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more, click here: https://stratus.finance As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides, and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.stuckmicavcast.com/free/ Cruise Flight: Accident Analysis: https://data.ntsb.gov/Docket?ProjectID=65858 Talking Points: Why should you discontinue an approach? Make the decision! Like Yoda says, “Do, or do not.” Tools to better see and avoid objects on the ground and in the air during landing. The difference between a go-around and a discontinued approach. Configuration challenges. Go Around is a normal procedure to be practiced. Power, Pitch, Configure. Programming the electronics comes last. Brief the go-around on every approach. After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: James – https://epicaircraft.com/ Carl – https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute Bill – https://www.youtube.com/@Airplanefactswithmax Tom – Eufy Doorbell Camera https://www.eufy.com/products/t8224111?variant=44298879205562&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pmax&utm_content=alwayson&utm_campaign=us_security_edge_m3_google-pmax_alwayson_allpn_purchase_ost_retargeting_internal_highroas&utm_term=19873407993__&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm7q-BhDRARIsACD6-fWoZRXeKtnxviOPWua4ZysnUGV88FI5v1pVtaadFcFRYHDTTM8OpwcaAv-mEALw_wcB   Links: Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025 https://flysnf.org/ Booth A-41 Live From Sun N Fun: April 5, 6 pm at Sun N Fun The post SMAC338 Go Around! appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

As pilots, we learn many skills and thought processes to accomplish our unique mission of exploring the world in an amazing environment passing through the air. The thought process of being a pilot can play a key role in the cockpit but also benefits us in our personal and business lives. Bobby Dutton is a passionate aviator who has enabled many through his keynotes to translate the skills and passion we as pilots use to guide us towards an amazing airborne journey to an amazing life here on the ground. Preflight: Visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! you can find more at https://stratus.finance/ Whether financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more https://stratus.finance As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.stuckmicavcast.com/free/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Bobby’s Passion for Aviation. How he transforms lives based on lessons in the air. How to manage stress in life like a pilot. Efficiency in the air and on the ground. How to reach Bobby. What is next for Bobby in the air and on the ground? After Landing Checklist: Links: https://thinklikeapilot.com/ Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025 https://flysnf.org/ Booth A-41 The post SMAC337 Think Like A Pilot with Bobby Dutton appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.

Preflight: Please visit our sponsor Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training and they understand your needs because they are pilots! you can find more at https://stratus.finance/ As a sponsor of this podcast, Stratus Financial is giving away scholarship guides and you can get yours for free using the coupon code “Stratus” when you visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ Whether it’s financing your dream of flying or simplifying the process by taking care of your student loans, their efficient, hassle-free funding can connect you to the life of your dreams of becoming a professional pilot sooner than you ever thought possible! To find out more visit https://stratus.finance Cruise Flight: Fuel begins on the ground. AvGas Auto Fuel (Mo Gas) Jet Fuel Strategies to avoid misfuelling What to do with spent fuel? Know your Fuel System. Do you know your system? 182 new vs old story from Carl. Gravity fed Fuel boost pumps Aux fuel pumps Aux Tanks – Super Cub Know your fuel selector Tools to manage fuel in flight. Timer – Leslie Audible reminder Visual reminder How far vs how long you can stay aloft Leaning Do you track your fuel consumption? For instructors who is responsible for the fuel Personal minimums Where is it After Landing Checklist: Pick of the Week: James- Garmin Aviation: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/aviation/ Carl – https://stuckmicavcast.com/podcast/smac327-collision-avoidance-tips-and-tricks/ Leslie – JPI Fuel Scan 450 https://www.jpinstruments.com/shop/fuel-scan-450/ Tom – The Islands of the Bahamas App Apple https://apps.apple.com/in/app/the-islands-of-the-bahamas/id1098173174 Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/datasafety?id=com.bahamas.app Links: https://www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/09_phak_ch7.pdf Accident referenced in my opening: Jet A instead of 100L leads to a crash. https://data.ntsb.gov/Docket?ProjectID=100366 Loss of control. Contributing was the pilot’s inadequate supervision of the fuel servicing. Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025 https://flysnf.org/ Booth A-41 The post SMAC336 Fuel Management Fuel Management Tips, Tricks, And Common Errors. appeared first on Stuck Mic AvCast.