Episode #251 - Flite Fest Volunteering With Dustin

Episode #251 - Flite Fest Volunteering With Dustin

Author: FliteTest.com | Radio Control Flight June 11, 2026 Duration: 29:40

Thinking about volunteering at Flite Fest 2026 but not sure what to expect? This episode is for you!

Join us as we sit down with Dustin, the leader of the Flite Fest Volunteer Team, to discuss what it really means to volunteer at the world's largest RC aviation event. In this Flite Test Podcast episode, we take a deep dive into the volunteer experience, the opportunities available, and the behind-the-scenes work that helps make Flite Fest one of the biggest RC airplane gatherings in the world.

We also tackle some of the most common questions, fears, and misconceptions from the RC community about volunteering. Will you miss out on flying? How much time is required? What jobs are available? Dustin shares firsthand insight into how volunteers help create an amazing experience while still enjoying all that Flite Fest has to offer.

Whether you're interested in RC airplanes, model aviation, FPV flying, STEM education, drone technology, scratch-built aircraft, or simply want to become more involved in the Flite Test community, this episode provides valuable information about getting involved and making a difference at Flite Fest 2026.

If you've ever considered volunteering at Flite Fest, attending an RC flying event, or becoming part of one of the most welcoming aviation communities in the hobby, this podcast is a must-watch.

✈️ Topics Covered:

• Flite Fest 2026 Volunteers • How to Volunteer at Flite Fest • Volunteer Benefits and Expectations • Common Volunteer Concerns • Behind the Scenes of Flite Fest • RC Airplane Events • Flite Test Community • STEM and Aviation Education • FPV and Model Aviation • Event Planning and Operations

Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with anyone interested in RC aviation, model aircraft, FPV flying, drones, aviation education, or Flite Fest 2026!

Flite Fest 2026 Volunteer Link: https://www.flitefest.com/


For anyone captivated by the hum of a motor and the sight of a model soaring against the sky, Flite Test: Aviation-RC Planes-Multirotors is your hangar. This podcast, born from the FliteTest.com team, delves into the hands-on, often exhilarating, and sometimes crash-filled world of radio control flight. It’s a conversation among enthusiasts who live to test, build, and fly. You’ll hear detailed discussions on constructing and repairing RC airplanes, the intricacies of setting up quadcopters, and explorations into helicopters and all related gear. The tone is one of shared curiosity and practical experience, where mishaps are just part of the learning process. In the FliteTest After Hours episodes, host Chris pulls back the curtain, offering candid behind-the-scenes looks at the web show and insights into the broader radio control industry. Listening to this podcast feels like joining a knowledgeable group of friends in the workshop, where the passion for aviation translates into tangible projects and stories from the field. It’s a direct line to the community for hobbyists who want to deepen their understanding and share in the collective joy of making things fly.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Flite Test: Aviation - RC Planes - Multirotors
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