Show overview
Stuck Mic AvCast - An Aviation Podcast About Learning to Fly, Living to Fly, and Loving to Fly! has been publishing since 2011, and across the 15 years since has built a catalogue of 136 episodes. That works out to roughly 120 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a roughly quarterly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 42 min and 1h 6m — 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 6 days ago, with 14 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2012, with 29 episodes published. Published by Carl Valeri.
From the publisher
The Stuck Mic AvCast is an aviation podcast brought to you by Carl Valeri about learning to fly, living to fly, and loving to fly. With your co-hosts Victoria Neuville, Rick Felty, Eric Crump, Tom Frick, Russ Roslewski, and Larry Overstreet!
Latest Episodes
View all 136 episodesSMAC357 The Aging Pilot
SMAC356 Porsche and Planes
SMAC355 Navigator's Letter
SMAC354 Speedbrake Armed
SMAC353 Matt Ryan AvWeb
SMAC352 International Red Cross Navigates The Worlds Most Dangerous Skies
SMAC351 Alpha Kilo Warrior
SMAC350 Jungle Aviation and Relay Service
SMAC349 Sun NFun 2026 Part 3
SMAC348 SunNFun 2026 Part 2
SMAC347 SunNFun 2026
SMAC347 Fly With Jeremy Part 2
Carl Attended the Fly With Jeremy open house and hangar event at Xavier Aviation Hangar in Lakeland FL. Jeremy has a unique and innovative approach to flight training and rental treating every customer with respect and providing an unparalleled level of service. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Interview: Jeremy owner of FlyWithJeremy.com After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: No pick of the week since this is an interview. Links https://www.flywithjeremy.com/ SNFRadio.org
SMAC346 Fly With Jeremy Part 1
Carl Attended the Fly With Jeremy open house and hangar event at Xavier Aviation Hangar in Lakeland FL. In Part 1 Carl interviews Fiona X a Chinese social media influencer getting ready to fly with Jeremy. Jeremy has a unique and innovative approach to flight training and rental treating every customer with respect and providing an unparalleled level of service. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Interview: Part 1 Fiona Fly With Jeremy Ambassador and Chinese Influencer After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: No pick of the week since this is an interview. Links https://www.flywithjeremy.com/ SNFRadio.org Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Flysnf.org April 14 to 19, 2026
SMAC345 Planes Trains and Automobiles 2026
SMAC344 Planes, Trains, and Automobiles 2026 Carl attended Planes, Trains, and Automobiles at Plant City Airport in Florida. PTA is a day of discovery, excitement, and family-friendly fun for kids of all ages. Plant City Airport is transformed into a wonderland of motion — where the skies, rails, and roads all converge in one spectacular celebration. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: 1 Imperial RC Club - David Raff https://imperialrcclub.com/ 2 Atlas Aviation - Abby Tapp https://atlasaviation.com/ 3 Commemorative Air Force Tampa Bay - Steve Warmuth https://caftampabaywing.clubexpress.com/ 4 Liam Hawkins Mooney Anomaly https://www.instagram.com/themooneyanomaly/?hl=en 5 Chris Gregory Stearman https://flyingadventure.com/ 6 Plane Crazy Life - Michael Kennedy, Skywagon Mark, Hanger Cole https://www.youtube.com/@PlaneCrazyLife After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: No pick of the week since this is an interview. Links: *** put a link to Victoria's information here. Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025 https://www.floridaairshow.com
SMAC344 Affordable Flying Expo Day 3 November 8 2025
The First Annual Affordable Flying Expo Day 3 November 8 2025. Carl had a great day speaking with exhibitors and attending seminars. We hope you enjoy the live interviews. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC. You can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: 1 Jamail Larkins - Aviation Start 2 James Mauch - Fly Risen - Porto Aviation 3 Mark Korin - Alpha Systems 4 Lou Mancuso - Sebring Flight Academy 5 Fly ORKA - Shona May Fenion and Roland Delhomme 6 Chris Gourdine - Side Slip Aviation After Landing Checklist: Watch the MOSAIC town hall on YouTube at : https://www.youtube.com/live/leVJsO4QT48?si=eown0_wlKzMQ9EzM Links: https://affordableflying.net https://www.aviationstart.org https://www.flyrisen.com https://alphasystemsaoa.com https://www.bristellsales.com https://sebringflightacademy.com https://flyorka.com https://sideslipaviation.com Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 14-19, 2026 https://flysnf.org
SMAC343 Affordable Flying Expo Nov 7 2025
The First Annual Affordable Flying Expo Day 2 November 7 2025. Carl had a great day speaking with exhibitors and attending seminars. We hope you enjoy the live interviews. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: 1 Shawn Staerker - The Future in Flight Podcast 2 Abid Farooqui - SilverLight Aviation 3 Hummel Aircraft 4 Anitra Goddard Sun N Fun Fan Van Ambassador After Landing Checklist: Watch the MOSAIC town hall on YouTube at : https://www.youtube.com/live/leVJsO4QT48?si=eown0_wlKzMQ9EzM Links: https://futureinflight.com https://affordableflying.net https://silverlightaviation.com https://www.instagram.com/anitragoddard/ Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun 2026 https://flysnf.org
SMAC342 A Unique View Of National Safety Month
June the National Safety Month and we are going to talk about keeping our passengers and ourselves safe in our home and workplace which is the airport. – This is the National Safety Council's annual observance to help keep each other safe from the workplace to anyplace Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Safety is more than just flying. We operate in a unique environment both on the ground and in flight. Hangar Safety. What tools do you have in your hangar? Fire extinguisher (Chris had an induction fire once) Eye cleaning supplies (fuel drips from wing tanks and sumps) Chocks - never trust the parking brake Tie down in open t hanger…carl Accident prevention (falls, hangar door safety) Evacuation Plan (Carl discusses exit plans as he was reminded in the earthquake a few days ago in DR) Adequate lighting in your hangar. Fall prevention. Pest control. Matt suggested fire ant powder Airport operation safety Walking at the airport *Leslie has a recent story about this. Driving at the airport. Slow down! Stop and pick up or report FOD. Hangar & Airport Security Everyone is the eyes and ears. https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/online-courses/general-aviation-security (this is Leslie's POTW…should I find something different?) After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: Carl - https://www.redcross.org learn first aid, cpr, and more. Tom - Russ - Remote pick of the week. Leslie - AOPA General Aviation TSA Security Awareness Training https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/online-courses/general-aviation-security Chris - https://www.avemco.com/ Links: https://www.nsc.org https://www.avemco.com/ https://www.ready.gov/earthquakes https://nbaa.org/aircraft-operations/safety/hangar-ground-safety/ Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025 https://www.floridaairshow.com
SMAC341 FAA Compliance Program
The FAA Compliance Program Explained This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Also referred to as the or "Compliance Program." (Previously ""Compliance Philosophy") • Works on the premise that errors should be corrected not punished • Voluntary Participation • Work with FAA inspector, do not ignore FAA investigations • Compliance Action may be as simple as coaching over the phone, or may have additional steps like a flight with aa CFI • Generally does not result in legal action • Generally not placed in the Pilot Records Database (PRD) • Compliance Actions are much less hassle than legal actions Filing an Aviation Safety Report (ASR, aka NASA Form) not required but a good idea. Save the confirmation number, and save a copy of the report. From FAA website: "The Compliance Program represents a focus on using — where appropriate — non-enforcement methods, or "Compliance Actions." A Compliance Action can be described as FAA's non-enforcement methods for correcting unintentional deviations or noncompliance that arise from factors such as flawed systems and procedures, simple mistakes, lack of understanding, or diminished skills. A Compliance Action is not a legal adjudication, nor does it constitute a finding of violation." • Information provided can be used in future investigations and legal proceedings by the FAA, but compliance is almost always the best option After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: https://amzn.to/446pp13 He's a former Blackhawk pilot just trying to put his past behind him—but when a plane goes missing, Luke Angel is the only one who can untangle the truth. If you love flying fiction that actually gets the aviation right, check out TROPIC ANGEL by Nate Van Coops. It's the first in a series of fast-paced aviation thrillers featuring seaplanes, shady airports, and a pilot who just wants a quiet life—but always gets pulled back into the action. The books are narrated by Scott Brick, one of the best in the business, and book three hits audio soon. So if you like your mysteries airborne and expertly voiced, start now with TROPIC ANGEL on Audible. Links: Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025 https://www.floridaairshow.com
SMAC340 Interviews From Sun N Fun 2025
SMAC340 Interviews From Sun N Fun 2025 Welcome our interviews from Sun N Fun 2025. Preflight: Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Interviews: Tom Frick: Carolyn - https://www.fly-inn.com Adriana the Luscombe Lady. Tailwheel training. Learning in a tailwheel or transitioning. Philip Gunn Recreational Aviation Foundation. The mission of RAF is to support back country and unpaved airports. https://theraf.org/ Gary Hillman Consolidated Aircraft Coverings. How to work on fabric coverings and rib stitching on vintage and modern planes. https://www.conaircraft.com/ After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: tNo Pick Of The Week Since This Is A Live Show. Links: Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025 https://flysnf.org/ Booth A-41 Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025 https://www.floridaairshow.com
SMAC339 Sun N Fun Live 2025
Welcome to our annual Live Event From Sun N Fun 2025. Today joining us are your hosts Bill English, James Spearman, and Tom Frick. Preflight: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Cruise Flight: Guests And Talking Points: Bill English - Flying Into Sun N Fun and The Tailwheel Experience. Carl Valeri - Aviation Careers Podcast. Tom Frick - A Man of Many Hats to Discuss Volunteering At Sun N Fun And Why You Should Consider Volunteering. James Spearman - Aviation Maintenance Innovative products or services he has seen on display at Sun N fun from a mechanics perspective. Guest Interviews TJ Shembekar - https://tjflyingadventures.com/ https://www.cirruspilots.org/ Dave Pasco - https://www.liveatc.net/ Sean Straeker - https://futureinflight.com Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/ Links: Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Sun N Fun April 1-6, 2025 https://flysnf.org/ Booth A-41