Hangar Talk - An Aviation News Podcast
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.
Episodes
May 18, 2026 • 49 mins
Pilot Eric Boles realized he needed a better way to track fuel in his Piper Cherokee so he developed the SkyTimer app to handle fuel tank capacity, burn, and switching. Plus, a lively discussion on the AOPA member meeting, remembrance for Sporty's founder Hal Shevers, aftermarket Cessna tailskids, the new NTSB accident dashboard, and continued awareness for pilot mental health month.
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May 4, 2026 • 36 mins
Global ferry pilot Sam Rutherford is intercepted by fighter jets patrolling the Middle East while delivering a new Piper PA-28 from the Florida factory to India. Plus, news discussion on the surprise shutdown of Waco Aircraft, ForeFlight's emergency glide function, the elimination of ADS-B landing charges in Florida, and the latest from Aero Friedrichshafen and Sun'nFun.
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April 20, 2026 • 69 mins
AOPA Pilot Town Hall Hall with senior leadership at Sun'nFun previews proposed changes to the association's governance and addresses questions from members. Plus, Alicia and David explain the FAA's new notam system, improvements to NOAA aviation weather forecasting, updated BasicMed guidance, and the latest on pilot mental health reforms.
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April 6, 2026 • 51 mins
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.
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March 23, 2026 • 35 mins
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.
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March 9, 2026 • 27 mins
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.
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February 23, 2026 • 43 mins
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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December 29, 2025 • 39 mins
Hangar Talk aviation podcast hosts David, Alicia, and Jay break down the Top 5 general aviation news stories of 2025 including: long-awaited new MOSAIC rules for increased access to grass roots aviation, ATC modernization, pushback against misuse of ADS-B data, the DCA midair leading to changes for helicopter routes and certain military operations, and a Piper AD affecting some of GA's most iconic models.
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December 15, 2025 • 51 mins
Hear from aviation author Tom Young; plus David and Alicia discuss declassified Amelia Earhart records, proposals to restrict misuse of ADS-B data, a Cirrus trade-in program, the selection of Peraton to integrate ATC updates, and bipartisan mental health and medication bills backed by AOPA.
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December 1, 2025 • 44 mins
Textron says goodbye to the Bonanza and Baron lines, the FAA seeks new ATC systems data, Archer buys California's Hawthorne Airport, DJI drones face an imminent ban, and we hear from general aviation intercom and audio panel guru Mark Scheuer of PS Engineering.
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November 17, 2025 • 47 mins
Alicia and David share what they are most thankful for during Thanksgiving and we hear from pilot-philanthropist Chuck Fazio. Plus, discussion about a CubCrafters record, a documentary about St. Pete's Albert Whitted Airport, NASA's X-59 supersonic jet, and a budget talk plan for airspace throttling. And Jay Wiles answers the question: ‘Can Sport Pilot eligible certified aircraft maintenance be performed by light sport repa...
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November 3, 2025 • 48 mins
Otto Aerospace CEO Paul Touw talks about the teardrop shape, laminar flow technology, and lack of windows in the Phantom 3500 business jet. Plus a MOSAIC Minute update, an urgent safety issue for LearJets, uAvionix's new APRT tower systems, the ROTOR bill, and how the funding squabble affects ATC's academy, upgrades, and controllers.
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October 20, 2025 • 61 mins
This week's MOSAIC Minute is a review of sport pilot rule changes implemented October 22, and learn about aviation thriller author, CFI, A&P, and Cessna 172 owner Nate Van Coops. Plus, David and Alicia discuss the latest aviation news including drone right-of-way rules, a new notam system, a DJI lawsuit loss, and strong bizjet demand.
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October 6, 2025 • 37 mins
This week's MOSAIC Minute explains who can provide instruction for sport pilots, hear from 'Miss Montana' DC-3 pilot Bryan Douglass about flying an historical warbird, and David and Alicia comment on the latest aviation news including the ATC Archie Awards, an FAA funding stability act, and a proposed ADS-B bill to protect pilots.
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September 22, 2025 • 44 mins
This week's MOSAIC Minute explains the frequently asked sport pilot question, "How does MOSAIC benefit pilots with a PPL or higher?" And hear from Spirit single seat SE-1 founder Steve Wood, whose crew flew four of the $69,500 single-seat aircraft to from Colorado to AirVenture; plus David and Alicia comment on the latest aviation news.
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September 8, 2025 • 32 mins
This week's MOSAIC Minute explains the frequently asked sport pilot question, "Why will stall speed limits be different for sport pilots and light sport category aircraft?" Guest Grant Hoover describes how Sentinel by Aileronics shows visual traffic and collision avoidance (V-TCAS) for under $1,000; and stick around for David and Alicia to comment on the latest aviation news.
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August 25, 2025 • 69 mins
This week's MOSAIC Minute explains the frequently asked Sport Pilot question, “Can I really use my driver’s license instead of a medical certificate?” Professional Instrument Courses flight instructor Donn Heikkila discusses how CFIs flying to your airport may help pilots tackle their instrument flight rules rating; and stick around for David and Jay to comment on the latest aviation news. @dtulis
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