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I visited one of my old haunts last evening. Sanford Maine Airport’s “Southern Maine Aviation” was hosting one of their monthly hangar barbecues. These things have been on my calendar for months, but travel, or other personal commitments, have always interferred. But last evening I was able to make the drive up the Maine and visit [...]

We are happy to report Congress finally got around to doing at least part of its job and earlier today passed legislation extending FAA funding. For those who care, the Senate adopted by unanimous consent a House-passed bill containing the extension along with a provision eliminating funding for the Essential Air Service (EAS) program. The [...]

Sunday Morning, July 31. UCAP Daily EXTRA. Guests: James Wynbrandt & Ric Reynolds. A segment omitted from UCAP 247 for technical reasons. James & Ric perform “Rock Your Wings” Recorded July 31, 2011 Direct link to mp3 audio file of show (right-click to download/save). Photo: Phil Weston

A couple episodes back we questioned the fact that Laguadia in New York City was included on a list of the “Most Thrilling” airports in the world. In the Forums, listener jarheadpilot82 educates us about the reality of flying into this field. As an Air Line pilot for over 22 years and with probably hundreds of [...]

Monday Morning, August 1. From the EAA Weeks Hangar. Beside Jeb’s plane as he and Dave prepare to launch for the south, and Jack is soon to begin his long drive home. Recorded Monday, August 1, 2011 Direct link to mp3 audio file of show (right-click to download/save). (NOTE: The pic is actually Jeb & [...]

Sunday, July 31, 2011. Live from the AirVenture Flightline. Guests: Hal & Sandy Shevers of Sporty’s Pilot Shop, James Wynbrandt, Randy Dufault, Ric Reynolds. Recorded: Sun, 31 Jul 2011 09:30:00 -0500 Jeb Burnside, Dave Higdon, James Wynbrandt, Hal & Sandy Shevers, Ric Reynolds, Randy Dufault, Jack Hodgson Direct link to mp3 audio file of show (right-click to download/save).