Hangar Talk – An Aviation News Podcast
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Every other week AOPA brings you up to speed on all things flying. Pilots David Tulis and Alicia Herron explain and discuss the latest general aviation news topics to inform and entertain you before introducing aviation experts shaping the future of flight.
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Episode 266: World Aerobatics Championship competitor Britt Lincoln of Team USA
Pilot Britt Lincoln of Team USA describes her experience competing in the World Aerobatic Championships in Mason City, Iowa. Plus, David and Alicia discuss the rollout of ATC's SMART system, the Bye eFlyer2, a …
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Pilot Britt Lincoln of Team USA describes her experience competing in the World Aerobatic Championships in Mason City, Iowa. Plus, David and Alicia discuss the rollout of ATC's SMART system, the Bye eFlyer2, a record number of AOPA flight training scholarships, Beta’s Alia A250 eVTOL demo flights, and the threat to a New York City seaplane base.
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Episode 265: Photographer Noah Wetzel captures wingsuiter Mike Brewer sailing through solar eclipse
Go behind the scenes with Red Bull creators to learn how photographer Noah Wetzel captured wingsuit pilot Milke Brewer streaking across a solar eclipse. Then stay tuned while Alicia and Jay catch you up to …
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Go behind the scenes with Red Bull creators to learn how photographer Noah Wetzel captured wingsuit pilot Milke Brewer streaking across a solar eclipse. Then stay tuned while Alicia and Jay catch you up to speed on the latest general aviation news.
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Episode 264: Joby Aviation's Matt Lykins on electronic propulsion and eVTOLs
Matt Lykins, the aircraft maintenance lead at Joby Aviation, explains electronic propulsion and specific procedures for battery health, avionics integration, and other advanced air mobility integration …
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Matt Lykins, the aircraft maintenance lead at Joby Aviation, explains electronic propulsion and specific procedures for battery health, avionics integration, and other advanced air mobility integration challenges for eVTOLs. David and Jay also discuss air traffic control updates, outages, and finances; Unlimited air racing's return; a GAO report on GPS jamming and spoofing; and the latest from Congress on a mental health bill.
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Episode 263: AVStar Fuel Systems' Ron Weaver on carbs, fuel injectors
AVStar Fuel Systems' Ron Weaver talks about fuel injection, carburetors, and how to keep you airplane's fuel system happy and trouble free. Plus, David and Alicia break down a Georgia flight school under RICO …
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AVStar Fuel Systems' Ron Weaver talks about fuel injection, carburetors, and how to keep you airplane's fuel system happy and trouble free. Plus, David and Alicia break down a Georgia flight school under RICO investigation, record-breaking flights in a Risen, the latest on ATC modernization, and changes to sport pilot checkride standards.
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Episode 262: Behind the scenes with Blancolirio's Juan Browne
YouTube aviation accident analyst Juan Browne describes how the Blancolirio channel began and gives insight on how he hopes it will make aviation safer. Plus, David and Alicia comment on sunsetting Aspen's …
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YouTube aviation accident analyst Juan Browne describes how the Blancolirio channel began and gives insight on how he hopes it will make aviation safer. Plus, David and Alicia comment on sunsetting Aspen's legacy displays, a 3D -printed parts AD, Cirrus aircraft backlog, and the importance of an aviation maintenance advisory group to deepen the ranks of A&Ps.
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Episode 261: VAI CEO Francois Lassale
Vertical Aviation International CEO Francois Lassale discusses helicopters, eVTOLs, and other forms of vertical lift. Plus, David and Alicia break down AOPA governance change proposals, Purdue's study for ADS-B …
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Vertical Aviation International CEO Francois Lassale discusses helicopters, eVTOLs, and other forms of vertical lift. Plus, David and Alicia break down AOPA governance change proposals, Purdue's study for ADS-B acceptance, and ATC communications reform.
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Episode 260: GA pilot and USAF Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach
General aviation pilot and USAF Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach talks about flying his Lancair, an F-22 Raptor, his duties overseeing more than 660,000 service personnel, and how to engage others in …
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General aviation pilot and USAF Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach talks about flying his Lancair, an F-22 Raptor, his duties overseeing more than 660,000 service personnel, and how to engage others in aviation. Plus, David and Alicia discuss new two-seat trainers, changes in FAA administration, digital clearance delivery, ForeFlight's new additions, and more.
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Episode 259: 2026 EAA AirVenture news
David and Alicia share the latest 2026 AirVenture news with an on-the-scene report from Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, including the AOPA Sweeps Husky giveaway, a wearable HUD, the …
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David and Alicia share the latest 2026 AirVenture news with an on-the-scene report from Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, including the AOPA Sweeps Husky giveaway, a wearable HUD, the SkyFly eVTOL, a larger Zenith 750, wildfire smoke that kept some folks away, and the next AOPA Sweeps which has begun.
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Episode 258: EAA CEO Jack Pelton on AirVenture preparation
The EAA's Jack Pelton describes what it's like preparing for AirVenture 2026 with a behind the scenes look at how airshow performers are chosen, the more than 1,000 learning seminars that are vetted, and the …
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The EAA's Jack Pelton describes what it's like preparing for AirVenture 2026 with a behind the scenes look at how airshow performers are chosen, the more than 1,000 learning seminars that are vetted, and the thousands of volunteers who park airplanes, direct traffic, and keep portable restrooms ready for visitors. Plus, David and Alicia on Dynon's new IFR capability, the demise of RCOs, a CubCrafters turbine, and a Cirrus TRAC10 trainer.
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Episode 257: Textron Pipistrel-based flight school director De Wuan Roberson
Arizona flight school director De Wuan Roberson shares insight on how a fleet of two-person, Textron Pipistrel Alpha Trainers can lower training costs for students and flight schools. Plus, David and Jay remind …
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Arizona flight school director De Wuan Roberson shares insight on how a fleet of two-person, Textron Pipistrel Alpha Trainers can lower training costs for students and flight schools. Plus, David and Jay remind pilots that checking notams can avoid TFR interceptions, how a key phrase may help alleviate GPS jamming in critical stages of flight, and new AI-driven air traffic management systems in our future.
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Episode 256: JAARS pilot and CEO Steve Russell
JAARS CEO Steve Russell describes the jungle-specific instruction aviators need to rescue, relocate, and transport indigenous people to medical facilities worldwide. Plus, Alicia and Jay catch you up to the …
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JAARS CEO Steve Russell describes the jungle-specific instruction aviators need to rescue, relocate, and transport indigenous people to medical facilities worldwide. Plus, Alicia and Jay catch you up to the latest aviation news including landing fees in Phoenix, the fight for Burke Lakefront, a seized Stinson returned to its owner, and more.
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Episode 255: Aerobatic glider and fixed-wing pilot Mia Anderson
Catch up with AOPA scholarship winner, aerobatic glider and fixed wing pilot Mia Anderson who just entered the Southwest “Destination 225-degrees” pilot training pipeline. Plus David and Alicia discuss ATC …
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Catch up with AOPA scholarship winner, aerobatic glider and fixed wing pilot Mia Anderson who just entered the Southwest “Destination 225-degrees” pilot training pipeline. Plus David and Alicia discuss ATC staffing concerns, additional ADS-B billing pushback, fuel system practices, AirVenture preparation, and eVTOLs.
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Episode 254: SkyTimer app developer Eric Boles
Pilot Eric Boles realized he needed a better way to track fuel in his Piper Cherokee so he developed the SkyTimer app to handle fuel tank capacity, burn, and switching. Plus, a lively discussion on the AOPA …
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Pilot Eric Boles realized he needed a better way to track fuel in his Piper Cherokee so he developed the SkyTimer app to handle fuel tank capacity, burn, and switching. Plus, a lively discussion on the AOPA member meeting, remembrance for Sporty's founder Hal Shevers, aftermarket Cessna tailskids, the new NTSB accident dashboard, and continued awareness for pilot mental health month.
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Episode 253: Global ferry pilot intercepted by fighter jets
Global ferry pilot Sam Rutherford is intercepted by fighter jets patrolling the Middle East while delivering a new Piper PA-28 from the Florida factory to India. Plus, news discussion on the surprise shutdown …
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Global ferry pilot Sam Rutherford is intercepted by fighter jets patrolling the Middle East while delivering a new Piper PA-28 from the Florida factory to India. Plus, news discussion on the surprise shutdown of Waco Aircraft, ForeFlight's emergency glide function, the elimination of ADS-B landing charges in Florida, and the latest from Aero Friedrichshafen and Sun'nFun.
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Episode 252: AOPA Pilot Town Hall at Sun'nFun previews changes
AOPA Pilot Town Hall Hall with senior leadership at Sun'nFun previews proposed changes to the association's governance and addresses questions from members. Plus, Alicia and David explain the FAA's new notam …
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AOPA Pilot Town Hall Hall with senior leadership at Sun'nFun previews proposed changes to the association's governance and addresses questions from members. Plus, Alicia and David explain the FAA's new notam system, improvements to NOAA aviation weather forecasting, updated BasicMed guidance, and the latest on pilot mental health reforms.
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Episode 251: Gyrocopter pilot, best-selling author Caroline Paul
Gyrocopter pilot and NYT best selling author Caroline Paul explains her passion for flying in "WHY FLY: Seeking Awe, Healing and Our True Selves in the Sky." Plus, David and Jay discuss Burke Lakefront's latest …
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Gyrocopter pilot and NYT best selling author Caroline Paul explains her passion for flying in "WHY FLY: Seeking Awe, Healing and Our True Selves in the Sky." Plus, David and Jay discuss Burke Lakefront's latest challenges, an update on the ALERT bill, Swift fuel, the abrupt shuttering of Sonex aircraft, and more.
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Episode 250: VoltAero's Jean Botti on hybrid-electric power
VoltAero CEO Jean Botti explains the HPU 210 electric-hybrid power unit that combines an electric motor with a high-performance thermal engine. Plus, stick around for the latest general aviation news discussion …
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VoltAero CEO Jean Botti explains the HPU 210 electric-hybrid power unit that combines an electric motor with a high-performance thermal engine. Plus, stick around for the latest general aviation news discussion including a turbocharger clamp fix, an ADS-B billing ban in Florida, and a legendary Greenland airport's closure.
Episode 249: CFI of the Year Tiziano Bernard
Savannah Aviation's Tiziano Bernard is recognized for the second year in a row as the AOPA Flight Instructor of the Year as judged by students and peers. Plus, Alicia and Jay discuss the latest GA news stories.
Episode 248: Elixir Aircraft's Cyril Champenois
Elixir Aircraft’s Cyril Champenois talks about the two-seat, low-wing aircraft using Carbon Oneshot technology derived from competition sailing that helps simplify structures to produce safer, more economical …
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Elixir Aircraft’s Cyril Champenois talks about the two-seat, low-wing aircraft using Carbon Oneshot technology derived from competition sailing that helps simplify structures to produce safer, more economical, and more versatile aircraft. Plus, stick around for the latest general aviation news discussion on see-and-avoid technology that may affect pilots, GAO recommendations for the drone industry, and more.
Episode 247: ZeroAvia founder Val Miftakhov; call to action for ADS-B misuse, FAA reorg, DCA midair, Biffle Citation crash
ZeroAvia founder Val Miftakhov and the SuperStack Flex modular fuel cell power generation system, plus Alicia and David discuss the news and how you can help prevent ADS-misuse, FAA reorganization efforts …
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ZeroAvia founder Val Miftakhov and the SuperStack Flex modular fuel cell power generation system, plus Alicia and David discuss the news and how you can help prevent ADS-misuse, FAA reorganization efforts, ‘systemic failures’ leading to the DCA midair, and the Greg Biffle Citation crash preliminary report.
Episode 246: Pilot and NFL cornerback Jonathan Jones; ForeFlight trims staff, aircraft valuations return, grade your DPE, and more.
Pilot and NFL cornerback Jonathan Jones talks about aviation. Plus, co-hosts David Tulis and Alicia Herron break down the most talked about general aviation stories including how ForeFlight's staff trimming …
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Pilot and NFL cornerback Jonathan Jones talks about aviation. Plus, co-hosts David Tulis and Alicia Herron break down the most talked about general aviation stories including how ForeFlight's staff trimming measures might affect you, the return of aircraft valuations, an unleaded fuel plan, grading your DPE, and top CFIs and flight schools.
Episode 245: Jamail Larkins on careers; plus GA 2026 predictions, a presidential award for MOSAIC, and the Garmin Autoland save
Jamail Larkins plans an AI-driven career and scholarship site to boost aviation pathways; plus 2026 GA predictions from AOPA Hangar Talk co-hosts David Tulis and Alicia Herron, as well as news discussion on the …
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Jamail Larkins plans an AI-driven career and scholarship site to boost aviation pathways; plus 2026 GA predictions from AOPA Hangar Talk co-hosts David Tulis and Alicia Herron, as well as news discussion on the King Air Garmin Autoland save, a MOSAIC award for the FAA, and ATC radar updates.
Episode 244: Top 5 general aviation news stories of 2025
Hangar Talk aviation podcast hosts David, Alicia, and Jay break down the Top 5 general aviation news stories of 2025 including: long-awaited new MOSAIC rules for increased access to grass roots aviation, ATC …
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Hangar Talk aviation podcast hosts David, Alicia, and Jay break down the Top 5 general aviation news stories of 2025 including: long-awaited new MOSAIC rules for increased access to grass roots aviation, ATC modernization, pushback against misuse of ADS-B data, the DCA midair leading to changes for helicopter routes and certain military operations, and a Piper AD affecting some of GA's most iconic models.
Episode 243: Earhart records, ADS-B data privacy, health bills; and aviation author Tom Young
Hear from aviation author Tom Young; plus David and Alicia discuss declassified Amelia Earhart records, proposals to restrict misuse of ADS-B data, a Cirrus trade-in program, the selection of Peraton to …
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Hear from aviation author Tom Young; plus David and Alicia discuss declassified Amelia Earhart records, proposals to restrict misuse of ADS-B data, a Cirrus trade-in program, the selection of Peraton to integrate ATC updates, and bipartisan mental health and medication bills backed by AOPA.
Episode 242: Bonanza and Baron lines sunsetted; PS Engineering's Mark Scheuer
Textron says goodbye to the Bonanza and Baron lines, the FAA seeks new ATC systems data, Archer buys California's Hawthorne Airport, DJI drones face an imminent ban, and we hear from general aviation intercom …
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Textron says goodbye to the Bonanza and Baron lines, the FAA seeks new ATC systems data, Archer buys California's Hawthorne Airport, DJI drones face an imminent ban, and we hear from general aviation intercom and audio panel guru Mark Scheuer of PS Engineering.
Episode 241: Giving back for Thanksgiving and pilot-philanthropist Chuck Fazio
Alicia and David share what they are most thankful for during Thanksgiving and we hear from pilot-philanthropist Chuck Fazio. Plus, discussion about a CubCrafters record, a documentary about St. Pete's …
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Alicia and David share what they are most thankful for during Thanksgiving and we hear from pilot-philanthropist Chuck Fazio. Plus, discussion about a CubCrafters record, a documentary about St. Pete's Albert Whitted Airport, NASA's X-59 supersonic jet, and a budget talk plan for airspace throttling. And Jay Wiles answers the question: ‘Can Sport Pilot eligible certified aircraft maintenance be performed by light sport repairmen?’
Episode 240: Otto Aerospace CEO Paul Touw talks teardrop, laminar flow, and Phantom 3500
Otto Aerospace CEO Paul Touw talks about the teardrop shape, laminar flow technology, and lack of windows in the Phantom 3500 business jet. Plus a MOSAIC Minute update, an urgent safety issue for LearJets …
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Otto Aerospace CEO Paul Touw talks about the teardrop shape, laminar flow technology, and lack of windows in the Phantom 3500 business jet. Plus a MOSAIC Minute update, an urgent safety issue for LearJets, uAvionix's new APRT tower systems, the ROTOR bill, and how the funding squabble affects ATC's academy, upgrades, and controllers.
Episode 239: A high level review of MOSAIC changes; aviation thriller author Nate Van Coops
This week's MOSAIC Minute is a review of sport pilot rule changes implemented October 22, and learn about aviation thriller author, CFI, A&P, and Cessna 172 owner Nate Van Coops. Plus, David and Alicia …
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This week's MOSAIC Minute is a review of sport pilot rule changes implemented October 22, and learn about aviation thriller author, CFI, A&P, and Cessna 172 owner Nate Van Coops. Plus, David and Alicia discuss the latest aviation news including drone right-of-way rules, a new notam system, a DJI lawsuit loss, and strong bizjet demand.
Episode 238: Who can instruct sport pilots under MOSAIC? 'Miss Montana' DC-3 pilot Douglass
This week's MOSAIC Minute explains who can provide instruction for sport pilots, hear from 'Miss Montana' DC-3 pilot Bryan Douglass about flying an historical warbird, and David and Alicia comment on the …
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This week's MOSAIC Minute explains who can provide instruction for sport pilots, hear from 'Miss Montana' DC-3 pilot Bryan Douglass about flying an historical warbird, and David and Alicia comment on the latest aviation news including the ATC Archie Awards, an FAA funding stability act, and a proposed ADS-B bill to protect pilots.
Episode 237: How does MOSAIC benefit pilots with a PPL or higher? Spirit SE-1 single for $69,500
This week's MOSAIC Minute explains the frequently asked sport pilot question, "How does MOSAIC benefit pilots with a PPL or higher?" And hear from Spirit single seat SE-1 founder Steve Wood, whose crew flew …
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This week's MOSAIC Minute explains the frequently asked sport pilot question, "How does MOSAIC benefit pilots with a PPL or higher?" And hear from Spirit single seat SE-1 founder Steve Wood, whose crew flew four of the $69,500 single-seat aircraft to from Colorado to AirVenture; plus David and Alicia comment on the latest aviation news.
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