Show overview
Hangar Talk - An Aviation News Podcast has been publishing since 2016, and across the 10 years since has built a catalogue of 273 episodes. That works out to roughly 220 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 11th season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 40 min and 57 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Leisure show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 20 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2020, with 35 episodes published. Published by David Tulis.
From the publisher
Every other week AOPA brings you up to speed on all things flying. Pilots David Tulis and Alicia Herron explain and discuss the latest general aviation news topics to inform and entertain you before introducing aviation experts shaping the future of flight.
Latest Episodes
View all 273 episodesEpisode 264: Joby Aviation's Matt Lykins on electronic propulsion and eVTOLs
Episode 263: AVStar Fuel Systems' Ron Weaver on carbs, fuel injectors
Episode 262: Behind the scenes with Blancolirio's Juan Browne
Episode 261: VAI CEO Francois Lassale
Episode 260: GA pilot and USAF Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach
Episode 259: 2026 EAA AirVenture news
Episode 258: EAA CEO Jack Pelton on AirVenture preparation
Episode 257: Textron Pipistrel-based flight school director De Wuan Roberson
Episode 256: JAARS pilot and CEO Steve Russell
Episode 255: Aerobatic glider and fixed-wing pilot Mia Anderson
Episode 254: SkyTimer app developer Eric Boles
Episode 253: Global ferry pilot intercepted by fighter jets
Episode 252: AOPA Pilot Town Hall at Sun'nFun previews changes
S11 Ep 251Episode 251: Gyrocopter pilot, best-selling author Caroline Paul
Gyrocopter pilot and NYT best selling author Caroline Paul explains her passion for flying in "WHY FLY: Seeking Awe, Healing and Our True Selves in the Sky." Plus, David and Jay discuss Burke Lakefront's latest challenges, an update on the ALERT bill, Swift fuel, the abrupt shuttering of Sonex aircraft, and more.
S10 Ep 250Episode 250: VoltAero's Jean Botti on hybrid-electric power
VoltAero CEO Jean Botti explains the HPU 210 electric-hybrid power unit that combines an electric motor with a high-performance thermal engine. Plus, stick around for the latest general aviation news discussion including a turbocharger clamp fix, an ADS-B billing ban in Florida, and a legendary Greenland airport's closure.
S10 Ep 249Episode 249: CFI of the Year Tiziano Bernard
Savannah Aviation's Tiziano Bernard is recognized for the second year in a row as the AOPA Flight Instructor of the Year as judged by students and peers. Plus, Alicia and Jay discuss the latest GA news stories.
S10 Ep 248Episode 248: Elixir Aircraft's Cyril Champenois
Elixir Aircraft’s Cyril Champenois talks about the two-seat, low-wing aircraft using Carbon Oneshot technology derived from competition sailing that helps simplify structures to produce safer, more economical, and more versatile aircraft. Plus, stick around for the latest general aviation news discussion on see-and-avoid technology that may affect pilots, GAO recommendations for the drone industry, and more.
S10 Ep 247Episode 247: ZeroAvia founder Val Miftakhov; call to action for ADS-B misuse, FAA reorg, DCA midair, Biffle Citation crash
ZeroAvia founder Val Miftakhov and the SuperStack Flex modular fuel cell power generation system, plus Alicia and David discuss the news and how you can help prevent ADS-misuse, FAA reorganization efforts, ‘systemic failures’ leading to the DCA midair, and the Greg Biffle Citation crash preliminary report.
S10 Ep 246Episode 246: Pilot and NFL cornerback Jonathan Jones; ForeFlight trims staff, aircraft valuations return, grade your DPE, and more.
Pilot and NFL cornerback Jonathan Jones talks about aviation. Plus, co-hosts David Tulis and Alicia Herron break down the most talked about general aviation stories including how ForeFlight's staff trimming measures might affect you, the return of aircraft valuations, an unleaded fuel plan, grading your DPE, and top CFIs and flight schools.
Episode 245: Jamail Larkins on careers; plus GA 2026 predictions, a presidential award for MOSAIC, and the Garmin Autoland save
Jamail Larkins plans an AI-driven career and scholarship site to boost aviation pathways; plus 2026 GA predictions from AOPA Hangar Talk co-hosts David Tulis and Alicia Herron, as well as news discussion on the King Air Garmin Autoland save, a MOSAIC award for the FAA, and ATC radar updates.