Hangar Talk - An Aviation News Podcast

Hangar Talk - An Aviation News Podcast

Author: AOPA Language: English Episodes: 260
There's a particular rhythm to life in aviation, where the pace of news and innovation never really slows down. Keeping up with it all can feel like a full-time job. That's where Hangar Talk-An Aviation News Podcast finds its purpose. Produced by AOPA, this bi-weekly conversation is hosted by pilots David Tulis and Alicia Herron, who do more than just read headlines. They settle into the details of the latest general aviation stories, breaking down complex regulations, emerging technologies, and industry shifts with the clarity that comes from firsthand experience. Their discussions are grounded in a genuine passion for flight, making even niche topics accessible and engaging. Each episode builds toward conversations with the people directly shaping the future of flying-engineers, advocates, instructors, and innovators. Listening to this podcast feels less like a briefing and more like pulling up a chair in the hangar after a long flight, where the talk is informed, the insights are real, and the shared enthusiasm for aviation is the real fuel. It’s a reliable source for pilots and enthusiasts who want to stay informed without getting lost in the technical weeds, all while feeling connected to the broader community that keeps our skies alive.
Episodes
Episode 88: Alsim’s Scott Firsing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:49
U.S. sales and business director Scott Firsing of Alsim Flight Training Solutions describes how exercises in a flight simulator can help pilots learn more and save money, too.
Episode 87: Angle of Attack’s Chris Palmer talks training [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:06
Alaska-based Chris Palmer, a Cessna 172 pilot who founded the flight training site Angle of Attack, talks about teaching techniques, breaking through barriers, and how you can find amazing aviation opportunities in your…
Episode 86: Top aviation stories of 2019 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:19
Review the Top-5 general aviation stories of 2019 with a discussion about airline hiring and its effect on general aviation, backcountry flying’s mainstream emergence, Garmin’s Autoland, high-profile accidents, and two b…
Episode 85: NORAD Santa reveals secrets [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:46
Canadian Army Maj. Andrew Hennessy reveals some of NORAD Santa's secrets as a team of military defense specialists work behind the scene to help track the merry-making wanderer’s global journey each Christmas Eve.
Episode 83: Best CFI Chris Kreske [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:55
Find out why Greensboro, North Carolina, flight instructor and retired military pilot Chris Kreske was recently recognized as the best flight instructor by his students and and learn how he transitions military pilots in…
Episode 82: Corporate pilot and podcaster Justin Siems [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:47
Corporate pilot and ‘Pilot to Pilot’ podcast host Justin Siems shares thoughts about professional aviation careers, fellow aviators, and the role of social media.
Episode 81: One-eyed pilot Shinji Maeda [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:36
Shinji Maeda lost an eye to an injury when he was a youth but he didn't give up on his aviation dreams. He earned a commercial pilot certificate and is now planning an earthround journey in a Bonanza to promote aviation.