Welcome aboard another episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! Have you ever wondered about airport management and reliever airports? We welcome Joe Harris of the Metropolitan Airports Commission to talk talk about their system, his role, and much more. This Minnesota based airports commission runs the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, and…

Welcome a special episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! On this episode, We were supposed to have Air Force Pilot Charlie Bennett, but his schedule was incredibly busy. So we found a guy with nothing better to do, Bryan Turner, to join us for this episode. Learn More About Bryan: www.worldsgreatestpilot.com https://www.youtube.com/@JustPlaneSillyB…

Welcome aboard another episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! On this episode, we learn all about the Air Race Classic, from Cheryl and Emmy. They are both finishers of the '23 Air Race Classic and they tell us all about how it works and share their experience. Learn More Here: www.airraceclassic.orgBe sure to follow us, subscribe on social media, …

Welcome aboard another episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! On this episode, we give a warm welcome to Martin Pauly, a German pilot who is now flying the American skies in his Beechcraft Bonanza. He immortalizes his adventures on his YouTube channel, which has both fun and educational content. He tells us about flying internationally, his journey…

Welcome aboard another episode of Flying Midwest! This time, we're bringing you part two of our interview with DPE (Designated Pilot Examiner) Matt Teller join us for an insightful conversation. Matt provides invaluable perspectives from the examiner's seat. Gain unique insights into the intricacies of pilot examinationsBe sure to follow us and sub…

Welcome aboard another episode of Flying Midwest! This time, we're diving into the world of check rides – a challenge every pilot knows well. We're delighted to have DPE (Designated Pilot Examiner) Matt Teller join us for an insightful conversation. Matt not only shares the journey to becoming a DPE but also provides invaluable perspectives from th…

This one is a long time coming. We are talking mental health, wellness, and resiliency for pilots. We are so thrilled to have Dr. Penny Levin join us. She is a CFI/CFII and Psychologist who has much to share with us on the state of the industry and mental well being. We first interviewed her at Osh this year, but the audio gremlins made our intervi…

Join us as we celebrate 2 years and 50 episodes of the Flying Midwest Podcast. We will take a look back at some of our favorite moments and guests over the run of the podcast. Be sure to follow us and subscribe on social media, and leave us a review wherever you find our podcast. Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.flyingmidwest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.fac…

In this episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast, we are thrilled to have a special guest, Caroline "Blaze" Jensen, former US Air Force Thunderbird #3. Blaze shares insights into her multifaceted career, spanning her time at the Air Force Academy to her illustrious military career, and her experiences as one of the elite pilots on the Thunderbirds. Be…

In this episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast, we shine a spotlight on the Midwest family behind Pilot Quarters apparel. Join us as we delve into the origins of their business idea, exploring the creative process behind their chart-inspired apparel. The guys share insights into how customer feedback plays a pivotal role in shaping their designs, en…

Welcome to another thrilling episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! Today, we are beyond excited to introduce our new guest co-host, Andrew, popularly known as the Badger Pilot on YouTube and social media. As a dedicated listener and supporter of the podcast, we're excited to have him join the aviation conversation.In this episode, we have an excit…

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast! In this episode, we have a special guest joining us, airline captain and thriller author, Kam Majd. With a remarkable 40-year career in the aviation industry, Kam Majd has recently re-released his thrilling aviation novel, "High Wire." Kam Majd - https://kammajd.com/ Highwire on Ama…

In this special episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast, we pay heartfelt tribute to the remarkable life and legacy of Loren Jones, an exceptional aviator who left an indelible mark on the aviation community. Our last conversation with Loren took place at this year's Airventure, where he graciously shared his unwavering passion for aviation with us d…

With heavy hearts we remember and pay tribute to a truly remarkable individual, Richard McSpadden. The aviation world has been shaken by the sudden loss of this extraordinary man, whose impact on the industry was profound. We reflect on the life and contributions of Richard, a former commander of the USAF Thunderbirds and a vice president at AOPA, …

We’re joined by Dr. Keith Roxo with Wingman Med. Medical exams are just as important as any other exam you will take in your aviation career. Keith chats with us all about FAA medicals and how Wingman Med can help you prepare for your next exam. If you’d like to learn more about Wingman Med, check out their website - https://wingmanmed.com/ Faceboo…

Recorded LIVE from Airventure 2023, it's FMP Live from OSH! We had a really fantastic opportunity to meet with the crew of the Super Guppy at Airventure. Climb up into the flight deck with us as we talk to Pilot Brett Pugsley, and Flight Engineer Nelson Reyes. They tell us all about what it takes to make this unique aircraft fly. Special thank you …

Come one, come all to experience the joy of aviation! In this week’s episode, we were delighted to speak with a previous guest, Ambyr Peterson, as well as Mina Carlson, about Women in Aviation International’s event called Girls in Aviation Day. This is a worldwide event held annually by local WAI chapters for girls (and boys!) to experience differe…

All good things must come to an end, but at least we have good stories to tell! Join us (Jim and Madi) as we rehash our experience at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023. We'll discuss our roles as Media, meeting some of you, our Interviewee Scavenger Hunt, and the content we were fortunate to record with a lot of great people. Come relive the memories wit…

Recorded LIVE from Airventure 2023, it's FMP Live from OSH! We had a great morning on Day 4 with the folks over at AOPA. We reconnect with Kyle Lewis, the Great Lakes Regional Manager for an update on what they are working on in the region. We then sit down and chat with Cade Halle about the medical side of AOPA's Pilot Protection Services. Finally…

We are proud to bring you the first of our episodes recorded live at this year's Airventure 2023. On day one of the event, Cirrus announced the launch of their new Cirrus Private Pilot Program. We caught up with Cirrus CEO, Zean Nielsen to learn more about Cirrus, the companies Midwestern roots, and their exciting new pilot training program. A huge…

The gang's all here! In this live bonus episode, we are on location at AirExp 2023. We get a chance to catch up with Trevor, learn a bit more about the C130, and hear about where he is at with his flying. Jim and Madi will talk about all the exciting things we will be getting into a Airventure. Free content isn't always free. Each month, we have va…

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Airventure Call-in Extravaganza Spectacular! On this episode, we are so thrilled to be joined by several guests and fans of the podcast, talking all things Airventure. We had such a great time connecting with with people in this episode. A huge thank you to all of them for playing along with our crazy podcasting crew. 1. E…

In this highly anticipated episode, we are joined by Richard McSpadden. He's gone from being a combat F-15 pilot, to Commander of the USAF Thunderbirds, to the Executive Director of AOPA's Air Safety Institute. We will talk about his incredible career, his roles with AOPA and the Thunderbirds, and some exciting things that the Air Safety Institute …

We welcome the funniest game in aviation weather, METAR AF! This new aviation weather app gives you the latest METAR data for your local airport, with a comedic twist. Creators Bryan Turner and Andrew Hughes talk to us about the creation of the app and what they are working on for the future! www.metaraf.com https://apps.apple.com/us/app/metar-af/i…

Welcome to Episode Reload! With Simventure '23 on the horizon, we want to replay our episode from last year's event. We're joined by Kevin from Pilotedge. He will preview this year's event and we will roll into last years episode where he talks about their virtual Oshkosh event, Simventure. Sim pilots can fly into the virtual show using the Piloted…

On this bonus episode, we review the big news from the FAA related to mental health and medicals. We sit down and chat about what the changes mean, some other medical issues, and share some of our own opinions on the FAA medical system. We also make mention of the Pilot's Pandemic Podcast. If you are interested in more information on pushes for med…

On this episode, we chat with Erika Armstrong. She is the author of the book A Chick in the Cockpit, active on social media, and has flown a wide array of aircraft. She talks with us about her start in an FBO at a Minnesota airport, her journey to become the Chick in the Cockpit, and her take on aviation today. We also announce another partnership …

On this episode, we sit down with former UND Aerocast Host, Tyler Lauer. During Covid, Tyler was part of revamping the UND Aerocast channel with Three Minute Thursdays, focusing on improving common errors of student pilots. He talks with us about the inspiration and the process behind the revamp. We also announce our partnership as a Lightspeed aff…

On this episode, we sit down with Liz Kailey of Jeppesen. Liz has been writing and editing the Jeppesen flight training materials for nearly 30 years. If you've ever read their Guided Flight Discovery text, you have read her work. Hear how she got into writing flight training materials, more about her role, and some things Jeppesen is looking at fo…

On this episode, we are thrilled to welcome back AOPA's Kyle Lewis, Great Lakes Regional Manager. Kyle chats with us about his background in aviation, how he got started with AOPA, and what his role is. We also take a moment to talk about our efforts to help grow and develop the podcast and a call to action for our listeners. You can show your supp…

On this episode, we are joined by Joe Czech, of the Minnesota Aviation Career Education Camp (MN ACE Camp.) This annual summer camp is open to teens to explore the variety of careers in aviation. Campers get to experience tours, flights, demonstrations, and guest speakers, as they bridge the gap from classroom to careers in aviation. If you or some…

On this episode, we are are excited to bring you John Zimmerman. He is the president of the Midwest based aviation superpower, Sporty's! If you are a pilot, it is highly unlikely that you aren't familiar with Sporty's. We will talk about the origins of Sporty's, their pilot training programs, John's growth within the company, and how they have adap…

On this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by AOPA's Kyle Lewis, Great Lakes Regional Manager. Kyle chats with us about the advocacy efforts that AOPA is undertaking and what is going on in our region of the country. He will also discuss the latest in avgas and unleaded fuel updates and what that means for pilots and owners. Visit AOPA's State A…

On this episode, we are once again joined by Ferry Pilot, Author, and Reality TV Star Kerry McCauley. We had such a great conversation with Kerry, that we had to split it into two separate episodes. In the first episode, we heard a bit about Kerry's introduction to aviation, how he got into ferry flying, and some of the tense moments he has had on …

Welcome to the start of the second year of the Flying Midwest Podcast! On this episode, we are joined by Ferry Pilot, Author, and Reality TV Star Kerry McCauley. We had such a great conversation with Kerry, that we had to split it into two separate episodes. In this first episode, we hear a bit about Kerry's introduction to aviation, how he got int…

We welcome Airshow Announcer, the face and voice of Sporty's pilot training videos, and host of the "I Learned About Flying From That" podcast, Rob Reider. An Aviation Renaissance Man who has lent his talents to the aviation community for years. Rob Reider has spent decades as a highly sought airshows announcer, announcing shows all across the nati…

In this episode, we officially welcome Trevor back to the Midwest and we have a great conversation with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer/Pilot Jason Jensen. He talks to us about the different missions and aircraft used by the MN DNR, his journey into aviation, and some hangar talk story swapping. Jim also announces his…

In this episode, Jim, Madi and Trevor chat about check rides. If you are a student at any level and prepping for your check ride, you won’t want to miss this one. We will discuss tips passed along to us, how we prepared, resources we used, and much more. Plus, we check in with the crew on their aviation adventures and have some fun hangar talk. You…

We are back from our Fall break!In this episode, we sit down with Russ Keith and learn more about the Facebook Community “Airplanes & Coffee.” Russ is the President of the Board for Airplanes & Coffee. Now boasting over 120K members, this rapidly growing community is looking to continue to expand. They have big dreams and we get to hear all about i…

In this episode, we bring your a content creation cross-over of epic proportions. We are joined by Ryan Dembroski of SuperAero. Ryan joins us in the podcast, as we join him on SuperAero Live! It is an event that nobody asked for, that you didn't realize you needed. Join us as we interview Ryan about his YouTube content creation and community, the o…

In this bonus episode, we return with part two of our interview with airshow performer Kyle Franklin. Kyle is well known for his "Drunk Pilot" comedy act, his Dracula act, and his previous act Pirated Skies. In this part of the interview, Kyle talks more about his performances, what goes into making a routine, what performing means to him, and much…

In this episode, we are thrilled to bring you part one of our interview with airshow performer Kyle Franklin. Kyle is well known for his "Drunk Pilot" comedy act, his Dracula act, and his previous act Pirated Skies. Kyle talks about his family history in aviation, and how he got into the airshow business. We will bring you part two of our interview…

On this episode, we are thrilled to speak with the folks with Angel Flight Central. This organization is a 501 (c) 3 providing charitable flights to those in need of healthcare through a cadre of over 350 Midwestern aviators. We speak with Angel Flight Central's Executive Director Brendan Sneegas and volunteer pilot Greg Stack about the mission, th…

On this episode, we are excited to welcome Air Traffic Controller Cole FInley, and Columbia Jet Center’s Brittany Griffin to talk to us about their recent charitable fly-ins. They have hosted two successful events so far this year, with a third on the horizon. Hear how they came up with the events, their goal, and their big plans for the future. Pl…

On this episode, we are so thrilled to host our first call-in/zoom-in special. We are joined by several guests and fans of the podcast, talking all things Airventure. You won't want to miss the end of this episode, as Bryan Turner and Tomas Icenogle defend their honor and unpopular aviation opinion for you, the FMP faithful. We had such a great tim…

On this episode, we are joined by Kevin Meyers from Pilotedge. We will talk about their virtual Oshkosh event, Simventure. Sim pilots can fly into the virtual show using the Pilotedge ATC service, provided by real Airventure controllers. He also talks about what Pilotedge is and how it can enhance your flight simulator experience. Check out Piloted…

On this episode, we are joined by AOPA’s 2021 National CFI of the Year, Ambyr Peterson. She will talk with us about her award, her thoughts on flight instruction, and some tips and tricks for new students and CFIs. You can find Ambyr at: linkedin.com/in/ambyr-peterson-94a5537 You can Find Ambyr's Event at: https://starsofthenorth.org/girls-in-aviat…

On this episode, we have a little story time with Jim, Madi and Trevor. That first solo flight, the most quintessential moment of every pilots early days of flight, we can't wait to share our experience. We're also joined by returning guest and newly minted Private Pilot Elle Taylor, as we congratulate her and Madi on some new ratings. If you want …

On this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by fans of the podcast Tomas and Nicole Icenogle, from the Instagram channel Flying Tandem. They chronicle their adventures around the county on their Instagram page of over 15,000 followers. They discuss their origins, highs and lows in aviation and content creation, and the future of their channel. ht…