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"There I was..." The best beginning to every aviation story. These stories occur "off-airport"...
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Tanmoy, or Tan, is one of the RAF's state liaisons for Michigan. He's known as the guy who feeds the crowds of volunteers who show up and work at airstrip work parties. Many a volunteer has asked if he's bringing the kabobs! Tan's infectious energy brings you quickly into his story and even though his airplane has wheel pants, he gets to those backcountry strips you wouldn't think would be possible. He takes an analytical approach to flying and does his homework before takin...
Dave Wyckoff from Kansas started a YouTube channel to meet backcountry pilots in Kansas and beyond! That endeavor has created a local community that builds local strips, host events, and exports beyond the state. His proximity to opportunities in Missouri and Arkansas has enabled his community to grow and explore. This is a fun listen at what it means to build a group around aviation and proves that you don't need extreme backcountry or high-end equipment to be backcountry pilots....
This episode is with with Matt Dearden, a UK-based pilot who was featured in the UK TV program titled "Worst Place to be a Pilot" that followed the adventures of UK pilots building flight time with Susie Air in Indonesia. Matt later wrote a book titled "Flying from Shangri-La" that is an amazing read and recap of his time there. It follows his beginning days in a Cessna Caravan and later in the Pilatus Porter. We talk a lot about those experiences and some not mentioned in the boo...
This episode is pure Arkansas from one of the pilots who knows the network and builds events to highlight the state's backcountry beauty. Rusty Coonfield is an Arkansas pilot that helped build the ArkanSTOL event at Byrd's Adventure Center. He has unique insight into how the event began and the aspects that went into creating a unique and challenging competition course for the best backcountry pilots. He also shares some of his favorite Fly Oz destinations and helps me pick a few ...
This episode is with Tres Clinton from Burnet, Texas and C3 Air. Tres teaches a wide range of aviation students but loves to teach backcountry flying in tailwheel aircraft and float planes. He has some amazing stories and insight in flying in central Texas and provides some insight into getting prepared for off-airpot operations from training and equipment. You'll enjoy hearing how Tres runs things in his operation and will certainly be looking him up when passing through ce...
Kicking off Season 3 is my conversation with Anitra Goddard from the Sun'n Fun Team. She's affectionately known in the community as the STOL Queen. She's pioneered the Bushwheel Basecamp and has everything to do with STOL events far and wide! This is a very fun talk with her about how she got into all this and she shares some PRO TIPS for attending Sun'n Fun this year in Lakeland, Florida! Bushwheel Basecamp LINK Want to support Backcountry Aviation Radio? Shop HERE to get t...
This episode is with Cayla McLeod, the editor-in-chief of Plane & Pilot magazine. We talk about her aviation start with what is now called the Ron Alexander Youth Aviation Program, where kids earn flight hours working on vintage aircraft. We also explore her travels in Idaho and also how she's rebranding a legacy aviation publication. This is a really fun listen and great opportunity to hear from one of the young voices in aviation! Learn more about the Ron Alexand...
This week I talk to Al Clayton, the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) State Liaison for the State of Alaska, who spearheaded the efforts to create the airstrip at Childs Glacier. This is an amazing story of how the RAF coordinates efforts from multiple state and federal agencies to create a one-of-a-kind experience for backcountry pilots. His efforts also aided those same agencies to enhance their missions in the Copper River Basin. You certainly need to start off by go...
In this crazy episode I talk to the voices of the National STOL series, Ryan and Cam. They bring their announcer energy to the podcast world and talk about the events, their favorite aircraft (J-3 or Champ?) and how they got into the announcer gig for the biggest backcountry event series in the country. I know you'll love hearing about their backgrounds and more from the personalties that make the events entertaining, educational, and of course, memorable. Follow Ryan on In...
This episode is with the Director of Fly Oz, Philip Sneed. We talk everything that makes up the Fly Oz community from airstrips, social gatherings, and airplane services. Before you head to Arkansas you'll want to listen to this discussion about all the strips the area has to offer and how to make the most of your time in the Natural State. Visit Bentonville and make it your home base for tackling the 70+ strips the area has to offer. Learn more at Fly Oz Download the ...
This week Matt Williams joins the podcast to talk about his bear encounter in Alaska. After watching his YouTube recap of the bear attack on his Super Cub I knew he'd be a great guest and I wanted to hear more about it. This is a great story about preparedness in the backcountry and I know you'll enjoy all the details! Follow Matt on YouTube and Instagram to keep up with his adventures! Matt on Instagram Chaos Cub Matt on YouTube We talked about the Alaska Survival website i...
In this episode I talk to Anthony Longobardo…a backcountry pilot and pioneer making backcountry strips possible with dedication, grit, and hard work. Did you know that Southern California has some hidden gems for backcountry aviation? Dive into this episode where Anthony shares insider info on private airstrips tucked away in the beautiful Southern Sierras. Follow Anthony on Instagram Want to support Backcountry Aviation Radio? Shop HERE to get the gear.
This week I talk to Cathy Page, an airline pilot, backcountry pilot, and STOL competitor on the STOL and STOL Drag circuits. She's a regular at STOL events and flies an orange CubCrafters Carbon Cub FX2 numbered "85". She's got a great story and passion for aviation! This is a great listen as we talk about her getting started in aviation and how she's acquired airplanes over the years. We also talk about flying the backcountry in Idaho, Arizona, and Nevada. Follow Cath...
This week I talk to Bill McGlynn, president of the Recreational Aviation Foundation. Our first episode was a great introduction to Bill and his path into backcountry flying. In this second episode we focus on the RAF exclusively and you'll learn all about the organization and its impact on backcountry strips around the country. Bill has such a passion for this mission and after listening to what's going on you'll surely be clicking the link below to see how you can hel...
This episode covers flying the river bars in Georgia with one of the state's biggest advocates. Brian Screws, and his YouTube channel OneAV8, highlights all the joys of flying in the backcountry with a Southeast flair. Here we talk about his getting started in aviation, transition to backcountry style, aircraft changes, flying to Arkansas and Byrd's, and long haul flying tips. You'll certainly be hearing from Brian again as we fly together in the near future in very si...
This episode is a candid discussion with Don Wade from Patriot Aircraft about his role as pilot during a crash. He was piloting the Super Patriot Mark II during a demonstration flight for a perspective customer in August 2025 when the engine quit shortly after takeoff. This interview occurred almost 2 months after the incident and the final report from the NTSB is still pending. Don discusses several factors that led to the crash and details events shortly after the crash.&n...
This is the best way to start off a second season of Backcountry Aviation Radio...with a big YEE HAWW! I had a great time getting to meet Levi and hearing all about his getting started in aviation and what he's done since then. You definitely need to follow him on Instagram and YouTube to see what's going on in the Backcountry and STOL communities...because he's there...wherever it happens to be. Follow Levi on Instagram and YouTube Want to support Backcountry Aviation Radio? Sho...
This week I talk to Bill McGlynn, president of the Recreational Aviation Foundation. Due to some technical difficulties we didn't get to the really good work being done by The RAF so we're going to do a second episode in the near future. THIS episode was a fun talk about Bill, how he got started in aviation, and how he came to know and love the mission of The RAF. We had a great time and I look forward to the second part! More about The RAF here Want to support B...
In this episode I talk to Jon "Jughead" Counsell. There is so much to talk about with Jughead I had to prioritize backcountry topics. I plan to do a future episode to talk about more of Jughead's fantastic flying adventures! In this episode we talk about flying in Washington State, his Cessna 170B, and flying the CubCrafters FX3 for the last month. This is a fun listen and a taste of what's to come in a follow-on with Jughead! Want to support Backcountry Aviation Radio...
In this episode I talk to Don Wade, from Patriot Aircraft. He, along with his brother Ron, have been very involved in the Cub business for many years…starting from engines and fabric, to J-3 restorations, and now the super cub variant they call Super Patriot. We talk about getting started and how the Super Patriot came to be. Along the way we talk about the airplane's finer details and what they all mean to the company. Through this look behind the curtain at Patriot A...
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