How many pilots do you know that have been flying for 61 years and never flown for the airlines? As a matter of fact, how many pilots do you know that have been an active pilot for 61 years?
Well, today is your chance to meet Lou Wipotnik. Lou is perhaps best known as a flight instructor, teacher and seminar speaker. He has actively taught since 1968 and holds instructor ratings for airplane single-engine land and sea, single and multi-engine, helicopter, glider and instrument. Lou also has served as an FAA Accident Prevention Counselor and FAASTeam Representative. One of the most active volunteers in the Chicago area, Lou shares his passion for aviation, teaching safety seminars, instructing at Wings Weekend and participating in EAA Young Eagles events. Lou has received a number of awards for his service as an FAA Aviation Safety Counselor and aviation speaker. But what he has experienced is a story yet untold. Join Rhonda and Marc to meet Lou up close and personal as they take a trip down memory lane to learn about Lou's amazing experiences, as well as what the future holds for this very special and ageless aviation ambassador. So buckle your seat belt and enjoy the show. =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!!
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As we head into next weekend's #2018ChicagoAviationExpo, Marc and Rhonda have the extreme pleasure to welcome Madeleine Monaco and Eddie Trujillo (@radarcornflakes) to the Hangar 5 studio to talk about the show and it's value for pilots across the Midwest. And the surprise benefit for all our listeners is a chance to "meet" these aviation superstars live.
Madeleine is the face of the 99's in the Chicagoland area, as well as president of the Chicago Executive Pilot's Association. We all know of her, but tonight we had a chance to get to know her. Eddie, a Chicago Approach controller and speaker at the Expo, has been a guest of the show on multiple occasions, and a fan favorite. In addition to talking about the Expo, he also discussed the impact of the government shutdown on all aviation. It's not a pretty picture. =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! 
What's wrong with commercial aviation today? Some may say nothing, while others complain about delays, cramped seating, security lines, and the huge time investment, hoping that some time will be saved.
Dave Koch, with over 50 years of aviation-industry experience, including 22 years with a major air carrier, sees an opportunity to replace those negative views with a positive experience, focused on providing more than just a destination. Dave's company, AirChicago Jet Card (flyairchicago.com) promises a private jet travel experience at commercial first class fares. How does he accomplish that? We have the same question as Dave joins us on the eve before AirChicago Jet Card's inaugural flight. Listen to the SimpleFlight crew as they talk with Dave to learn about how he came to this point and how he is contributing to the changing face of commercial aviation. =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! 
Chris Williamson has always been fascinated with the story of Amelia Earhart. What started as a focus on the mystery surrounding her disappearance and how she died, has evolved into a passion to learn how she lived.
He wrote his very first report in 3rd grade on Amelia and now has started a project with the hopes of bringing even more attention to the worldwide fascination with Amelia. Chris hopes that his website (www.chasingearhart.com) will serve as an ongoing case study that will inspire more and more people to research and form their own fascinations and opinions with one of the most iconic figures of our time. Join the SimpleFlight crew as they talk with Chris to learn more about his mission, goals, and the back story behind his lifelong commitment to finding the truth. =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! 
Welcome to the end of 2017!!! What a wonderful year for SimpleFlight Radio. A year of great guests and most important..... great listeners! Our sincere thanks for your loyalty and providing the spark that keeps us going.
On this eve of starting 2018, we decided against canceling this episode in favor of a prerecorded show (so Rhonda & Marc can enjoy the New Years Eve festivities). The stars appear to have aligned, as Marc's son. Jeff, happened to be in town. Jeff recently started a podcast on two of his passions.... Games and Craft Brews. So what's the connection to aviation? Turns out that craft brews are very regional in nature, so as Marc travels around to different cities, Jeff suggests different breweries to visit. I can't think of a city I've visited that didn't come with a recommendation from him. It's an interesting world these beer aficionados live in. Listen in and find out for yourself. And stay with us in 2018, as we deliver an impressive lineup of guests and some cool technology additions to help us engage with our listeners in new and fun ways. It'll be a great ride and we look forward to all of you continuing to being part of the SimpleFlight family! Most of all, we send you and yours best wishes for a fantastic 2018, filled with good health, happiness, and peace!!! =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! 
Rhonda and Marc couldn't feel any luckier. One of the toughest interviews to get is from the Jolly man himself, especially on December 24th. Turns out Nick is a big SimpleFlight fan and made sure to stop by Hangar 5 as he started on his way to deliver presents to all good children around the world.
Tune in to hear straight from the source as to what this day is like and how it pulls it off year after year. It's a conversation that's sure to please. Besides, everyone that listens to SimpleFlight Aviation Radio, is bound to end up on the "Nice" list. So what do you have to lose? Happy Holidays from the entire SimpleFlight Crew!!! =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! 
Tonight, the SimpleFlight crew is joined by a local law enforcement professional, who also happens to be a 4,000 hour CFI. And when he's not busy with his career, he happens to own a business and takes Ukulele lessons each week. The big news is he has been selected for employment at a regional airline on their conditional acceptance program.
Sam Elvis has loved flying for years and finds himself on the brink of making his dream to fly a jet a reality. Listen in as Marc and Rhonda find out the story behind this diverse career, and also explore the often seen connection between law enforcement and aviation and the catalyst that is driving him to the airlines after a 20 year career. Listen in and enjoy! =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! 
Marc and Rhonda are pleased to welcome back Tim Rylko, a young man that established a goal of flying for the airlines, while he was going to MBA school. Over the next decade, he earned his ratings and was hired two years ago at a regional airline. The uniform may be different (see pic), but he now flies some pretty amazing aircraft.
Tim joins the SimpleFlight crew to talk about the differences between air carrier and GA flying, what are his near term goals, and why he still loves flying in a piston single with his hands on the controls and his will controls the time and destination. Tim also comments on the Human Intervention Motivation Study (HIMS), which is an airline rehab program that has a greater than 80% success rate. Listen in and find out why the success rate is so high compared to other programs. =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! 
Many of our listeners have realized some of their aviation dreams and are well on their way to achieving those that remain. But do you remember what it was like at the beginning, before you had the thrill of taking the controls and experiencing flight for the first time? Or how about actually starting flying lessons with so many experiences ahead of you, and so few behind you.
Listen in to this week's episode as Rhonda and Marc meet Joby Benoit, an aspiring pilot that brings the same energy and passion for aviation shared by us all. As he lives vicariously through those of us that have already traveled the path, you will take a trip down memory lane listening to Joby talk about the opportunities and challenges he faces at this early stage of achieving his aviation dream. It's a great trip for all of us. =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes or your favorite broadcast source, and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! 
Just as Rhonda and Marc were preparing for the show on November 12th, a Cessna 210 was approaching it's destination at KPWK after an uneventful trip from South Dakota. ATC descended the plane to 2500 feet, a regular procedure for the RNAV/GPS 16 approach. And then it happened. A loud bang, a bunch of smoke and a stopped prop. All of this in IMC and long past sunset.
Listen in and hear from the pilot himself, John Korinke, about how he put his training to the test, establishing best glide, notifying ATC, and getting vectors to a closer airport (C81). In the end, he touched down short of the airport, but skidded towards the runway, coming to the stop on the numbers. That tops all of us when we talk about landing on the numbers. John walked away uninjured and feeling good about the result. But also learned many lessons. All of us as pilots, think about the unthinkable and wonder what it's like. Will we keep our emotions in check? How will it impact our decision making? Here's your chance to hear it first hand from the left seat. John tells the story with lessons learned and questions answered. Believe me, you don't want to miss this show. =============== We hope you enjoy listening as much as we love talking to others who share our passion for aviation. Please subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes and rate, review, and let us know what you think! BLUE SKIES and TAILWINDS!!! |
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