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 40: Sarah Deener flying with children [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:03
Instrument-rated private pilot, mother, and AOPA Pilot Managing Editor Sarah Deener, and husband, Matt, share tips for flying with children; also, catch up on the latest aviation news in this week's Hangar Talk podcast.
Episode 39: Adventure Above's Kyle Fosso [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:07
Pilot and aviation mechanic Kyle Fosso, with flying partner Samantha Sky Hagan, will soon embark on a 50-state journey across the U.S. in a 1954 Cessna 170B that Fosso restored. Along the way the couple hopes to inspire…
Episode 38: Piper CEO Simon Caldecott [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:40
Piper is synonymous with general aviation. The Cub is one of the world's most recognizable aircraft that helped to train a generation of pilots. This week we talk to Piper CEO to Simon Caldecott about what's new at the c…
Episode 37: Outgoing FAA Administrator Michael Huerta [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:01
Outgoing FAA Administrator Michael Huerta guided the agency through the safest period in commercial aviation history, pushed air traffic modernization, saw the explosion of drones, and supported medical certification and…
Episode 36: John Zimmerman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:16
No one in aviation knows gadgets better than Sporty's Pilot Shop's John Zimmerman. John is an active pilot and tests all of Sporty's new products. Hear his favorites, gift recommendations, and even a few busts the compan…
Episode 35: Miss Vermont Erin Connor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:59
Join us this week as we talk to 2017 Miss Vermont Erin Connor and her push to see more women in science, technology, engineering, and math fields. Connor flew herself to the Miss America pageant earlier this year, and us…
Episode 34: Jamie Patterson-Simes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:09
This week we talk to Jamie Patterson-Simes, owner of SkyTrek Alaska Flight Training, AOPA's flight school of the year. Hear about her incredible journey and dedication to bringing up the next generation of aviators. Plus…
Episode 33: Zoan Harclerode [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:26
The clocks are changing and the days are getting shorter. It's time to think about brushing up on your night flying skills. This week we chat with AOPA's Best Flight Instructor of 2017, Zoan Harcelrode, about her best ni…
Episode 32: Hurricane Hunter LT Kevin Doremus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:18
Pilots are supposed to avoid thunderstorms by 20 miles or more, right? For some brave pilots, not only do they not avoid thunderstorms, they seek them out. This week we talk to NOAA Hurricane Hunter pilot Kevin Doremus a…
Episode 31: Astronaut Scott Parazynski [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:19
Medical doctor, licensed pilot, astronaut, and mountain climber. Dr. Scott Parazynski has led a life of adventure far beyond what most of us could dream of. This week we catch up with Parazynski to learn about what it's…