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Parkflyer PodcastJet Rally SVF 2024Jet Rally SVF 2024
Join the guys this week as they discuss the swap meet with Shannon and the Jet Rally with Michael. There were two events and we each attended our events. Shout out to Tony Quist for putting together a great event and Barry for some great photos.
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Parkflyer PodcastJet Rally SVF 2024Jet Rally SVF 2024
Join the guys this week as they discuss the swap meet with Shannon and the Jet Rally with Michael. There were two events and we each attended our events. Shout out to Tony Quist for putting together a great event and Barry for some great photos.
2024-11-1228 minParkflyer PodcastGunsmoke 2024Gunsmoke 2024
This week we recount Shannons trip to Gunsmoke 2024. Shannon takes us through getting his airplane ready and what it took to compete in this years event. The event was hosted by Arizona Model Aviators in Mesa, AZ and had about 13 pilots competing Lots of fun to be had and the T-28 was a winner. Michael finished the motion RC OV-10 that he received as a gift and is ready for the maiden. Jay asked about syncing the motors on a multi engine airplane and the OV-10 did sync up correctly. Michael painted the rocket tips on the model...
2024-04-1632 minParkflyer PodcastGunsmoke 2024Gunsmoke 2024
This week we recount Shannons trip to Gunsmoke 2024. Shannon takes us through getting his airplane ready and what it took to compete in this years event. The event was hosted by Arizona Model Aviators in Mesa, AZ and had about 13 pilots competing Lots of fun to be had and the T-28 was a winner. Michael finished the motion RC OV-10 that he received as a gift and is ready for the maiden. Jay asked about syncing the motors on a multi engine airplane and the OV-10 did sync up correctly. Michael painted the rocket tips on...
2024-04-1632 minParkflyer PodcastAZEF 2024 Part 1AZEF 2024 – Part 1
Welcome to the AZEF. This is the 20th year of this event and we are excited to be a part of the festivities. Day one was spent setting up and dodging winds and weather and finishing up putting all the aircraft together and charging batteries. This year we added some video to our podcast over on our you tube channel and spent the day testing it out and trying to get it all to work. So this episode starts us on a very busy second day. Friday morning channel 10 the local Fox news, did a spot for us...
2024-02-0634 minParkflyer PodcastAZEF 2024 Part 1AZEF 2024 – Part 1
Welcome to the AZEF. This is the 20th year of this event and we are excited to be a part of the festivities. Day one was spent setting up and dodging winds and weather and finishing up putting all the aircraft together and charging batteries. This year we added some video to our podcast over on our you tube channel and spent the day testing it out and trying to get it all to work. So this episode starts us on a very busy second day. Friday morning channel 10 the local Fox news, did a sp...
2024-02-0634 minParkflyer PodcastMesa Jet Rally 2023Mesa Jet Rally 2023
This week join the guys as they discuss the Mesa Jet Rally. Shannon and Michael attended the Jet Rally this year and both had lots of fun and lots of flying. Shannon recounts thursday and Friday fun and Michael walks us through the events on saturday. Congratulations to Shannon for his Trophy this weekend. Subscribe to our you Tube channel and join our facebook listeners group.
2023-11-2845 minParkflyer PodcastMesa Jet Rally 2023Mesa Jet Rally 2023
This week join the guys as they discuss the Mesa Jet Rally. Shannon and Michael attended the Jet Rally this year and both had lots of fun and lots of flying. Shannon recounts thursday and Friday fun and Michael walks us through the events on saturday. Congratulations to Shannon for his Trophy this weekend. Subscribe to our you Tube channel and join our facebook listeners group.
2023-11-2845 minParkflyer PodcastAZEF 2024 PreviewAZEF Preview 2024
Join us this week as we make a request for any Black Friday sales items that you might know about and make sure to check our Facebook page for sale items that come up as we post them on our page so everyone can take advantage of them. Join Michael and Shannon at the 35th annual Mesa Jet Rally in Mesa,AZ. Finally the guys discuss the upcoming AZEF 2024 being held in Mesa,AZ in the first week of Feb 2024
2023-11-1433 minParkflyer PodcastAZEF 2024 PreviewAZEF Preview 2024
Join us this week as we make a request for any Black Friday sales items that you might know about and make sure to check our Facebook page for sale items that come up as we post them on our page so everyone can take advantage of them. Join Michael and Shannon at the 35th annual Mesa Jet Rally in Mesa,AZ. Finally the guys discuss the upcoming AZEF 2024 being held in Mesa,AZ in the first week of Feb 2024
2023-11-1433 minParkflyer PodcastBest in the West Jet Rally 2023Best In the West 2023
Join Michael and Shannon as they discuss the best in the west Jet rally for 2023. Michael and Barry headed out early to Buttonwillow, CA to attend this years event. Fun was had by all and the only jet that didn’t come home in one piece was the HAVOC. Join the guys as they discuss the flying and troubles during the week. Shannon mentions that he attended the scale masters this past weekend as well and will get back to us on how he did.
2023-10-1735 minParkflyer PodcastBest in the West Jet Rally 2023Best In the West 2023
Join Michael and Shannon as they discuss the best in the west Jet rally for 2023. Michael and Barry headed out early to Buttonwillow, CA to attend this years event. Fun was had by all and the only jet that didn’t come home in one piece was the HAVOC. Join the guys as they discuss the flying and troubles during the week. Shannon mentions that he attended the scale masters this past weekend as well and will get back to us on how he did.
2023-10-1735 minParkflyer PodcastArizona Electric FestivalAEF 2023
Once again we attend the AEF here in Mesa Arizona. Join Michael and AK Mike as they enjoy the great weather and good friends and meet some new people. This episode covers Friday the first day of the festival and we are lucky to have Steve from FrSky on the podcast. With such great weather we were able to fly lots of planes and meet lots of new folks…
2023-02-0742 minParkflyer PodcastSo Long 2022SO Long 2022
Well the year has come an gone and the guys say goodby to 2022. Michael and Jay discuss the fact that the years are clipping along at a faster pace as they get older. Michael shows off his addition to the turbine gear installed on the L39. Then they discuss working with Carbon fiber plates. Make sure you wear protective gear when doing that so you don’t wind up with lung problems….Merry Christmas from the Parkflyer Podcast Staff and we will see you in 2023
2022-12-2035 minParkflyer PodcastSpecial Guest - AZEF 2023SECIAL GUEST -AZEF 2023
Join the guys as they have special guest Shannon Gallagher on the show to discuss the upcoming AZEF2023. This is Shannon’s last year as the club president and being in charge of the event. Make sure you go register for the event to be in February 2023. Stop by and see Michael and Jay as they are usually podcasting from the event or on the flight line trying out new planes.
2022-12-0632 minParkflyer PodcastBlack Friday SaleBlack Friday Sale
Join Michael and Jay as they give a few suggestions for Black Friday. Every year the guys look around for the best sales during the Thanksgiving season and this year batteries were on the list. Several companies have some items on sale and the guys give you the places to find them. We wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving and hope your holidays are spectacular. Please let us know if you find something or pick up something from our suggestions, you can let us know at parkflyerpodcast@gmail.com
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2022-11-2231 minParkflyer PodcastElectric Motor RepairELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR
Join the guys as they discuss flying with Jim and having his electric motor failing. Jim asks all the right questions and with help from everyone he decides to take on the repair of his electric motor. Jay describes the flight and Michael provides the steps to rewind an electric motor. Thanks to some elbow grease and coaching Jim successfully repairs his motor and is looking forward to the next flight.
2022-10-2532 minParkflyer PodcastOctober Safety TipsOCTOBER SAFETY TIPS
Join Michael and Jay as they discuss safety tips for the RC Flyer. This week Michael recounts an article from his clubs newsletter “slow roll” which covers the use of preflights. Doing correct preflights at the house and field will make your day go well and keep your planes in shape. The article brought out the fact that you should be prepared to physically and mentally fly.
2022-10-1132 min
Parkflyer PodcastCA to the RescueCA to the Rescue
After several successful maiden flights on the Infinity Wing Mini, Michael and Jay tried to take flight once again. Much to our chagrin the exact same thing happened on both of the guys launches and the wings found the ground in a hurry. Join the guys as they discuss the disappointment of crashing their new Infinity Wings and how the repairs are coming along. SU-XO a new 3d printed EDF, LW PLA Stress Test – youtube link for epoxy building techniques
2022-08-3031 minParkflyer PodcastGas to Electric ConversionsGas to electric Conversions
This week we continue to answer questions from our listeners. Jim asked us how to figure out which electric motor goes into his glow airplane now that he has decided to convert it. Michael and Jay discuss the different ways to go about getting the right motor by measuring watts per pound or using the 3 W’s of Jays technique. Join the discussion by posting your thoughts or how you go about converting your airplane on our facebook listeners page.
2022-05-1030 minParkflyer Podcast4th of July SurpriseJoin Michael and Jay as they spend the 4th of July at the field. Michael surprises Jay and our Friend Tom by dropping by for the holiday. Michael and Jay meet up with Jim to test fly his New A-10 edf. The guys discuss the new TRUST exam put out by the FAA. Feel free to comment on our facebook page or send us an email with your thoughts.
2021-07-0658 minParkflyer PodcastSpecial GuestJay decided to take a road trip to visit some friends and in the mean time Michael and AZ Mike are left to hold down the fort….Lucky for us Tim Walker and Doug LeRoy decided to step up and help us out. Its always a great time with these guys on the show and today is just as fun. Tim was able to attend SEF and brings a few stories with him and Doug is busy building his club and help out the locals who stop by the hobby store and buy new product. Join us as we ca...
2021-05-251h 12Parkflyer PodcastAZEF 2021 – Part 3This episode is the continuation of our saturday afternoon chat about AK Mike leaving his tail feathers back at the house again this year. Jay decides to make a late night trip to Home Depot and buy some Pink foam to make a new elevator for the night walrus. The episode continues into Sunday morning where we are able to sit with Shannon to wrap up a great weekend. Due to the Severe weather in Dallas, AK Mike had to jump a flight back in order to return to work and Jay gets to hang out in Sunny AZ...
2021-03-161h 13Parkflyer PodcastAZEF 2021 Part 2Join your hosts as they make it through saturday morning and the noon demo. We get to chat with Doug Allen who is active on RC Groups converting small balsa and tissue airplanes into great flyers. We also chat with Scott Meyer who is a first timer here at the AZEF and hails from northern california but has now relocated to sunny Phoenix, AZ. Finally we sit down with one of our sponsors Eric Haddad of 3D Aeroventures and discuss the new planes and whats on the horizon….This is also Eric’s first AZEF and we welcome him back...
2021-03-0254 minParkflyer PodcastAZEF 2021 Part 1Join the park flyer podcast staff as they head to Arizona for the 17th annual Arizona Electric Festival. This is the 6th year we have attended with the podcast and we are once again excited to see everyone and participate in the activities. In this episode we chat with contest director Shannon Gallagher. We also get a chance to discuss the changes to the large cessna with Big Mike Calloway. We wrap up the night with the night fly and hit the sack for the following day.
2021-02-1657 minParkflyer PodcastWhat the FAA gave me for Xmas!Most guys want a new RC plane or gear for Christmas but the FAA gave all of us new regulations instead! The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released final rules for Unmanned Aircraft (UA) in part 107. The new rules will require Remote Identification (Remote ID) of drones and allow operators of small drones to fly over people and at night under certain conditions. The boys will discuss highlights that they like and those that they have concerns.
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Parkflyer PodcastDamn those Cheap Seals!Where have the Parkflyers been? On some great Christmas and New Year RC flying vacation? We will fill you in on the “end” of 2020 (good riddance!) and a hopeful outlook on this coming New Year….
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Parkflyer PodcastCovid vs AZ Electric Festival 2021Its almost that time of the year and the members of the Arizona Model Aviators (AMAs) are busy planning for the 17th annual Electric Festival held at Superstition Air Park. President of the AMAs, Shannon Gallagher explains all the extra hoops that they had to overcome to plan for this upcoming event!
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Parkflyer PodcastNot so "Black" FridayLast episode we met with the Depron King , Greg Tanous. This episode we have the King of Deals, Nicholas Turner. He is here to describe the best deals for the upcoming holidays! Nick is also our #1 “call in” commercial contributor for Apower Batteries.
2020-11-241h 08Parkflyer PodcastDepron KingThis episode we invite Greg Tanous on the show to discuss his lifetime supply of Depron Foam. Greg is a toy designer that has built toys for some of the major manufactures and done flyable models for the movie industry. He is currently designing a flying wing suit that will be available on his website in the near future. He was able to secure the distribution of Depron for the US and we are excited to have him join us to discuss the stories involved in making this happen.
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Parkflyer PodcastStork brings a 3D babyDoug Leroy, current President of the Holly Springs Skyhawks Radio Control Group is back with a new bundle of Joy! Covid has driven him crazy from isolation and has made him buy a 3D printer. Doug gives a great beginners perspective on getting a one. He also explains that the pandemic has been great for his club and his youth membership is at a record high! The boys find out all the dirt on the Skyhawks since their visit last year.
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Parkflyer PodcastWattenberg is a Unit of Power!AZ Mike and Jay are fortunate to have a guest this week. Steve Wattenberg, president of Watervliet Wind Warriors home of the Capital Regions best Indoor Flying Site. They talk to Steve about his trip to the latest NEAT Fair in New York and his unique club.
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Parkflyer PodcastMy New Plane RoomAZ and AK talk about why they couldn’t make the last podcast . AK Mike talks about his needs and desires for a designing a new plane room. AZ Mike flew a turbine that was a Parkflyer in disguise!
2020-09-291h 00
Parkflyer PodcastVector Thrust is a Must!Hope you’ve been keeping cool and flying up a storm during the dog days of summer. AZ Mike has ended his vacation and returned in his “mobile bunker” to the living fire pit known as Phoenix! The boys reminisce over the last bit of flying they did at Jays place in the Hills of Texas. AK Mike and Jay talk about the some 3d printer projects they have been working on.
2020-09-291h 00
Parkflyer Podcast5 Minutes of FameWhere is everybody? Looks like Jay’s going to have to do a mini podcast!
2020-09-1511 minParkflyer PodcastYou can do it!Good friend to the podcast Philip Hinkle has good luck scoring a free plane (FMS Typhoon) but on the maiden he has a slight mishap that cracks the fuselage. Philip was undaunted and thought what would the Parkfliers do? Philip gives his all to restore the plane and give it a re-remaiden.. You can see the results at his channel, “Will it Fly. A Crashed Typhoon lives again.”
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Parkflyer PodcastApprehensive EDF flyingAZ Mike has moved his mobile bunker to his other secret location outside Jays door! The boys have some explosive fun with a 3D printed plane that fell into their laps! Mike helps Jay get over some bad flying habits and apprehension flying his L-39.
2020-08-0459 minParkflyer PodcastHigh Density AltitudeAZ Mike is in his secondary bunker located next to Cheyenne Mountain Complex and notices that his L-39 having problems flying in Colorado. We’ll explore issues with high density altitude and Mikes trip to the rocky mountain state.
2020-07-211h 07Parkflyer PodcastAll Fixed!!Hey guys had another snafu on the website and this weeks broadcast was only 3 min long! We fixed the problem so go ahead and re-download, “Glider Towing… How hard can it be?”
Enjoy!!
2020-07-111h 02Parkflyer PodcastGlider Towing... How hard can it be?What happens when you take beat up Fun Cub and a Gentle Lady and attempt to have one pull the other? Michael and Jay decided to give this glider towing a try and what do you know, it turned out semi-OK!
2020-07-071h 02Parkflyer PodcastJay Done Crashed his KeeCat This week we discuss Jay’s KeeCat demise and some reflection on the drone/blues flyby. AK Mike joins us for our second video episode and we look forward to hearing from our fans.
2020-06-231h 08Parkflyer Podcast3D Aeroventures New PlansIn this weeks episode Eric Haddad from 3D Aeroventures joins us again for an update on the new 3D printed plans he has to offer for electric RC planes. Last time we chatted with Eric he was putting together a plan to help people 3D print planes. Well since then he has launched his website and offered up some very nice products. The newest plans on the market are for small high wing flyers thats based around a smaller 2s battery. Join your hosts as they explore the 3D plans from 3D Aeroventures. For those of you who have not...
2020-06-091h 08Parkflyer PodcastCracking the Seal!Things are starting to return to “semi-normal”. Texas has started opening up the state and are letting folks move around. Jay has cracked the seal on his hermetically sealed bunker and invited AZ Mike down for a visit. AZ Mike came with toys and techniques to teach Jay how to fiberglass some of his broken gliders. AK Mike was so bored that he spent time letting all the “Blue” smoke put his electronics on a new plane build and he is not too happy about that!
2020-05-261h 00Parkflyer PodcastThis weeks ProjectsIn this episode the guys get together to laugh about the technical difficulties of our last podcast. Discuss the latest and greatest projects on their agenda. AK Mike flies at a new field and looses an Aircraft. Jay picks up a new glider and is already modifying the thing. and AZ Mike talks about fiberglass/balsa work on his L-39 turbine project. This weeks episode is brought to you in part by APower Batteries…we are offering our listeners a chance to own the best batteries on the market. If you haven’t flown with these batteries you must try...
2020-05-121h 04Parkflyer PodcastZOHD and SonicModellwell it looks like the Virus effected our podcast as well as everything else…Sorry about the technical difficulties. We found the wayward tracks and got everything corrected and here is the nice clean version of the podcast. Thanks to all our listeners for their support and keeping us on our toes. Please repost as you can and let others know about our passion. Stay safe in this time of uncertainty and take the opportunity to get out and fly…
2020-04-3051 minParkflyer PodcastSonicModell/ZOHD Loooooong distance interviewThe boys had some credit on their long distance calling card and gave “AJ” the Marketing Director of SonicModell/ZOHD a call at his office in Guangdong China! Jay, AK Mike talked about their favorite planes in their fleet ( Nano Talon, Orbit, Micro Skyhunter, Mini AR. Wing). AJ discusses the differences between the SonicModell and the newer ZOHD products. He also lets the PP listeners in on a new battery line called “Lionpack” that they are releasing this year which long distance FPV’ers will love! These batteries sound great but you do need to get your system tweaked right to g...
2020-04-3051 minParkflyer PodcastDon't be a Frank!The boys crack open the sealed bunker this week to welcome in Tim Walker, former “Angle of Attack” member. Tim fills us in on current events. AZ Mike tells Tim how he won “you call that low?” contest. We have a hoot describing a funny YouTube video that made the rounds with our RC Anti-hero “Frank”. (Warning: video is very explicit, it should only by viewed by 18+) Remember, don’t be a Frank!
2020-04-141h 07Parkflyer PodcastAK, Corona & MeWe hope everyone is isolated, home and virus free! Jay opened his hermetically sealed bunker to let AK Mike in with a bunch of planes to fix and a broken throttle on a real paramotor. The guys design fixes for the planes using Jay”s 3D printer. AZ Mike goes to the Jet rally in Tucson AZ and sees some cool birds. Later he has a mishap and major repair on his newest 3D plane! AK mike finishes one xmas gift and starts the “chuck glider challenge”.
2020-03-311h 07Parkflyer Podcast2020 AZEF part 3Sunday is the final day of the Electric Festival. The guys sit down with Shannon to review the weekends events, then pack up and head out to the flying field for the after party. The episode wraps up with our Monday trip out to the flying field and everyone gets a turn flying something. This year was, as always, a great event and if you have not attended one please make plans to come see us next year as we meet up again in sunny Arizona for fun and flight.
2020-03-171h 05Parkflyer Podcast2020 AZEF Part 2Well day two of our event brings Scott Todd to the show. Scott is a rocket scientist who has some amazing talent taking old Kraft radios and restoring them with all new electronics and making them work with the new modern 2.7ghz receivers. Jay gets in inside look at the radio and we discuss the idea behind taking the old and making it new. Bryce Hatfield from Critical RC also joins us with his new line of FLEXCESSORIES. Critical RC manufactures landing gear and wheels for the Flex Innovations line of aircraft. Its always a good time when Bryce...
2020-03-0354 min
Parkflyer Podcast2020 AZEF part 1well its that time of year again as we head out to sunny Arizona and participate in the 16th annual Arizona Electric Festival. Join your hosts as they hang out with old friends and meet new ones. This year we get to chat with Shannon about the event, welcome Doug LeRoy from NC, see a 1/2 scale cub, chat with Jason from APower Batteries, Join us for our 4 day stay at the field for a wonderful event.
2020-02-1856 minParkflyer Podcast3D AeroventuresThis week we are pleased to have Eric Haddad from 3D Aeroventures as a special guest. Eric is the designer of the Infinity wing and we take time to chat with him and hear about the development and the amazing 3D printing requirement to make it happen. Eric has a 3D printer farm and uses them for work and play and brings us up to speed on how he uses them to create new and exciting plans.
2020-02-041h 04Parkflyer PodcastFAA Remote ID DiscussionJoin the guys as they offer their take on the FAA drone remote ID proposal. On Dec 31,2019 the FAA announced a remote ID program for all unmanned aerial systems. This has caused quite a stir. Your hosts discuss the thoughts of this proposal and offer a short excerpt of the proposed law that will cause the biggest change in the industry. Please feel free to comment on our website or Facebook Listeners page.
2020-01-211h 07Parkflyer PodcastHappy New YearJoin Michael and Jay as they discuss the upcoming year and what they did during the holidays. Michael participated in the TCCSS project this year and both gave and received gifts. Jay picks up a new project for 2020 and recounts his purchase. The new website is up and running and contains a donate button should you wish to help defray our costs for website design and podcast hosting. We appreciate our listeners worldwide and wish them the best in the new year. Thanks for your support and we are looking forward to a new season with lots of interviews...
2020-01-071h 10Parkflyer PodcastMerry Christmas Tiny Tim…..Welcome to the last podcast of this year. A very Merry Christmas to all of our listeners world wide. We wish you a Happy Holiday season and best wishes for the New Year. We are excited to take on 2020 with new episodes and new guests and all of the events we would like to attend. This Christmas we have Tim Walker as our special host. Tim was one of the CoHosts of The Crash Cast and its spin off Angle of Attack and he joins us in the studio to bring us up to speed on The TCCSS project...
2019-12-241h 04Parkflyer PodcastEventsJoin your hosts as they talk with Harold Walsh the president of the RRCC on his vision for 2020. Also joining us on this episode is President and Contest Director Shannon Gallagher as he brings us up to speed on the Arizona Electric Festival coming in Feb 2020. Please join our Parkflyerpodcast Listners Group on Facebook.
2019-12-1055 minParkflyer PodcastBlack Friday SalesJoin the guys as they chat with Jay the Plane Broker on all the Black Friday sales that will be coming up this weekend. Jay brings everyone up to speed on some of the deals he has found scouring the inter webs for sale products.
Here are the links to the products we discussed:
Glue Gun
TS 100
Laines Planes
Hobby King
Prin Cube
Value Hobbies
Eflight -Horizon Hobby
Tower Hobbies
Qwinout – Code QWIN for 15% off
Maxford USA
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2019-11-261h 07Parkflyer PodcastHuckfest 2019 – Part 2AK Mike continues to interview folks attending his clubs first Huckfest! Glenn Gifford describes his noble efforts to bring youth into the aviation fold though the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) program and RC. John Shippo makes the long trip from Oklahoma City with his brother and Dad to enjoy the festivities. AK Mike interviews another “Mike” who is a local club member and super RC fanatic. AK Mike finishes the festivities by interviewing the Jennings, a humble father & son who’s family has been into RC for 3 generation! If the name sounds familiar that maybe because Johnathan Jennings is a form...
2019-11-121h 00Parkflyer PodcastHuckfest 2019No, the boys were not shucking corn at the state fair in Nebraska! AK Mike saved some money on the travel budget and attend the Richardson Radio Control Club for a 3 day 3D flying throw down in Dallas. At the event Mike got a chance to catch up with are old buddy Tim Hanstein from Northwest RC. Mike also had chance to talk to a young champion and club member Rhett Lambert on his latest win! Jay finishes his 3D printing project for his fuel can/ fuel pump and tells what things tripped him up.
2019-10-2953 minParkflyer PodcastStupid Work!AZ Mike and Jay discuss Mikes new training in Dallas that is getting in the way of him attending “Best of the West Jet Rally and the AMA Expo West“. Jay talks about his mind shift from electric to gas “gear” for his new plane and how his 3D printer is helping to make his fuel system.
2019-10-151h 04Parkflyer PodcastBack in TexasWell we all made it back the the studio from our trip to Holly Springs. Michael and Jay catch up with the last few days of his Texas Visit and the demise of the Turbo Beaver. AK Mike brings us up to speed on his Jet Painting project. The guys talk about launching their You Tube channel and Facebook Listeners Group and wrap up the hour with a discussion on Jays new Gas BiPlane that Michael put together while he was in Texas. Enjoy the show and let us hear from you on You Tube or Facebook on Topics...
2019-10-011h 09Parkflyer PodcastWings Over Springs (2)Part II of Wings over Springs starts of with a BANG! Jay gets the “Hard Luck” award by destroying something that took months to put together, lucky for him Steve and Keith the “Flight Doctors” from Hanger 18 were there to save the day! AK Mike and Jay get a chance to talk to “AMA Jay” the District 4, Vice President on his regions AMA events and successes like Holly Springs. After a long day of shenanigans we talk to Doug to see if he was able to get a dry shirt after hosting/running/MC’ing the days events. Finally the boys get a...
2019-09-171h 02Parkflyer PodcastWings over SpringsJoin your host Michael, Jay and AK Mike as they travel to Holly Springs, NC for the 3rd annual Wings over Springs Event. Working with Meg’s Smile Foundation the Holly Springs Skyhawks have organized a fantastic event at the hands of Doug LeRoy and company. This year AK Mike was to be the Parkflyer Podcast attendee. However, Michael and Jay decided to surprise everyone and fly out to meet up with AK Mike. Lots of planes and events went into the day and this episode covers the mornings events. Doug gives us the layout for the day and Ji...
2019-09-0359 minParkflyer PodcastSpecial Projectswell this week was filled with Special Projects, Michael is putting the final touches on the RC Trailer and Jay got his 3D printer in the mail and man has it been a pain. AK Mike lost his internet due to the dry heat in Dallas and Doug LeRoy joins our hosts to talk about his upcoming Wings over Springs event.
2019-08-2051 minParkflyer PodcastLearning from Master BuildersJoin the guys as they talk about the projects they are working on, Michael learns from some master builders on how to remove carbon fiber, AK Mike is still working on his painting skills. Michael has been working on his RC trailer as well and brings everyone up to date.
2019-08-061h 03Parkflyer PodcastWorking With FoamSummer is here and is melting the guys in Arizona/Texas! The A/C is calling so guys are staying indoors this week. AK Mike is painting his EDF, Jay gets a new FPV racing wing and AZ Mike helps out some listeners with tips on painting and repairing foam models.
2019-07-231h 05Parkflyer PodcastHappy 4th of July!Hope everyone was able to get out to the flying fields to celebrate Independence Day with a BANG! The boys certainly did, AZ Mike got a new AMA waiver with the help of Spencer and Jay and AK Mike spent the long weekend “power flying” to get in maximum stick time…
2019-07-091h 07Parkflyer PodcastAZ Mike gets a Fun Racer TooAfter having so much fun with AK Mikes fun racer, a huge box shows up on the door step in the form of a Birthday Present from AK Mike. Join your hosts as they talk about the new addition to Michael’s fleet. The new paint and a 4s lipo make this racer a rocket.
2019-06-251h 03Parkflyer PodcastAK Mike Visits AZ -part 2While the last episode talked about the build and painting of AK Mikes fun Racer, this week we join the hosts as they discuss the fun racer flight. Happy birthday flying all around as they head to the park to fly with the guys. Mike’s visit is coming to an end and the wrap up of the fun makes for good conversation between the hosts. AK Mike learns a valuable lesson during the troubles of getting the fun racer back in the air.
2019-06-111h 07Parkflyer PodcastAK Mike In AZAK Mike has come to Phoenix to attend his daughters graduation from NAU. While waiting to attend the festivities he and AZ Mike decide to do some building and flying during his stay. AK Mike has brought a new Multiplex FunRacer that debuted at the AZEF and has really grabbed his attention. The model comes ready to fly but needs some Painting so off to the shop to try his hand at Air Brushing with AZ Mike. Join your hosts as they talk about the creative process in getting the FunRacer ready to fly and the maiden flight. We...
2019-05-281h 06Parkflyer PodcastDAWN PATROLPhilip, the newest member/media director of the ParkFlyer podcast goes off to Miami to interview members of the AMPS – Aero Modelers of Perrine during their WWI fly-in called the “Dawn Patrol.” AZ and AK Mike are hanging out for the week of shenanigans as well.
2019-05-1457 minParkflyer PodcastTexas Visit – part 3Join the guys as they wrap up Mike’s visit to Texas. Two weeks have just flown by, but fun was had by all. We got lots of flying in and was able to help Jim trim out some of his airplanes and get Jay comfortable with his new L-39. Hard to believe time is up but the look back over all the experiences and fun brings a laugh or two. Mike heads back to AZ and is able to attend the 1/8th air force event for one last day of flying. Thanks to everyone who was able to sh...
2019-04-301h 00Parkflyer PodcastTexas Visit – Part 2This first week has just zipped by for Michael and Jay. With all the ups and downs of getting out to the flying field and having radio problems that was actually easily fixed but a week late, the time has just been to fast. This week the guys are able to head down to San Antonio to the Alamo Radio Control Society and fly with the guys down there. The field is amazing and Bill P, was able to join the broadcast and talk about his field. Its amazing that this club has been around for such a long time...
2019-04-161h 09Parkflyer PodcastTexas VisitAs it turns out Michael sent a nice big box down to Jay for his birthday in the form of a Freewing L39. Not wanting Jay to have to go it alone Michael heads down to Texas for a visit and some RC Fun. Join the guys for a look at the first week of the visit. Jay talks about the arrival of the gift and assembly and the maiden flight. Michael discusses the weeks flying with Jim and loosing the tiny Whoop quad. Lots more have happened but we only have an hour so sit back and enjoy...
2019-04-021h 04Parkflyer PodcastArizona Electric Festival – part 3Sunday morning brings SupaTim to the show, Northwest RC owner and avid 3D pilot Tim Hanstine joins us to talk about his new line of RC products. We are excited to see some of the new SkyWing products that will be coming out this summer. Along with the Extreme Flight product line Tim will be adding to his line up with the new arrivals. Shannon visits us as the show closes and gives his thoughts on the weekend. Back in the studio we give Jay a call and recount the weekends highlights. Thanks to everyone who participated in this...
2019-03-1958 minParkflyer PodcastArizona Electric Festival – part 2Welcome back to the AZEF…our saturday episode has some exciting interviews and we get to meet Emma who came down to join the festivities. Saturday was fun with a great noon show and watching the vendors do their demos with all the planes they could find. Spencer, Barry and Michael were able to take part in the Motion RC demo flying the L-39 in formation and the A-10 flying the low cover. After the night fly the guys get together and discuss the days activities. Join the fun as we recount the demise of Barry’s L-39 during one of t...
2019-03-0551 minParkflyer PodcastAZEF – Part 1This is the 15th year for the AZEF and Shannon and his staff did not disappoint. The podcast crew arrived early thursday and participated in the set up and fun fly. Friday was the start of the event and Shannon explains the program and excitement for this year. Big Mike Calloway over from California displays his incredible building skills with his two large scale planes. The 14ft Cessna was the star of the show. Although it arrived in all its glory, we had no idea that it had not been flown. AZ Mike was asked to take it around the p...
2019-02-191h 04Parkflyer PodcastPhilip Visits AZWe are always pleased when our listeners get in touch with us. Philip Hinkle decided to give us a shout and let us know that he was in Phoenix and would love to fly with us. We spent the whole day out at the RC club and go to fly a few airplanes. Philip shot some video that can be found on our listeners group on Facebook so head on over and take a look. AK Mike talks about the new 3D printed park flyer he was able to see at his club and we are getting ready to...
2019-02-051h 10Parkflyer PodcastXicoy Weight and BalanceHave you ever thought to use a scale and a ruler to find your CG? AZ Mike tells a tall tale of Spanish “high tech” hockey pucks that determine the CG on his huge “Dumpster dive” salvaged 3D Katana project. AK Mike has been contributing to the INAV Open Source community by giving them a “Fork” and Jay has been modding his Taranis transmitter by building some new batteries.
2019-01-221h 06Parkflyer PodcastWelcome To 2019Well we are starting a new year and the podcast is still going strong. We are excited about several events this year and a few visits to some new fields as well as listeners reaching out to us to fly at our fields. Give us a listen this year and keep up with the guys as they explore the RC hobby and enjoy each others company. Season 4 is up and running don’t miss an episode. Check us out on Facebook and we are now on Spotify and Google Podcasts so don’t forget to subscribe. Now on with the Show.
2019-01-081h 00Parkflyer PodcastMerry Christmas EveryoneMerry Christmas everyone, we hope your holiday is a wonderful one filled with RC toys for all good girls and boys. Our hosts touch base this Christmas Day to see what was under everyones tree. The holiday season is meant for giving and the guys react to their gifts from one another. Its been a fabulous year for us here despite some Health scares and personal vacations but our season wraps up with our Christmas episode. Enjoy your holiday and join us next year for our new season. Please let us hear from you as we love to hear from...
2018-12-251h 05Parkflyer PodcastWelcome Back AZ MikeWell Michael has returned from his trip abroad and joins the guys talking about his Trip. AK Mike brings up new regulations and asks AZ Mike what he got for Black Fly Day. Jay is still working on his flight controller board and getting ready for the new podcast season. Hard to believe that we are moving into season 4 and looking forward to some great episodes. Special thanks to Doug LeRoy for filling in for Michael during his absence and its always a pleasure to have him on as a guest. The Park Flyer Podcast would like to wish every...
2018-12-111h 09Parkflyer PodcastBlack Fly-DayThe Parkflyers are trying to recover from their self-induced Turkey comas and are down a man. Luckily, help comes from a former guest and the boys discuss attending Flitetest Texas and give “helpful hints” for the listeners to give their loves ones for that special RC Christmas gift!
2018-11-271h 04Parkflyer PodcastASW28 – Jays New GliderI know we have talked about this on several podcasts before, but Jay finally gets to talk about his new ASW28 Glider he received from Bangood Hobbies. They recently had a sale and being a good plane broker he sent us all a message with coupons to get the glider on sale. Jay received his within 3 days of order and got busy building and modifying the plane to suit his needs. Join the guys as they discuss the mods Jay was able to make and what he thinks of the new addition to his fleet.
2018-11-131h 08Parkflyer PodcastBest in the West Jet Rally Part IIHappy Halloween everyone!!!….Its Saturday night and it has been a fast and furious fun filled couple of days here in CA and the jets were awesome. Join Michael, Spencer and Barry as they walk back through the event and discuss the Best of the West. Saturday was “lets make a deal” day and there were lots of toys for sale. Several jets were bought and sold and some of the pilots went home with new projects. We were no exception and found a few items we just couldn’t leave behind. Lucky for us we had a trailer that could ho...
2018-10-301h 02Parkflyer PodcastBest in the West Jet Rally – part IMichael, Spencer and Barry loaded up the trailer and headed out to the Best in the West Jet Rally in Buttonwillow, CA. There were a 161 registered pilots at the event and over 300 aircraft. The days were fast and furious, with lots of fast movers and very impressive scale jets. The Thunderbirds F-16 seemed to be the overall favorite aircraft since there were several models on the flight line almost all the time. The scale B2 was the highlight of the show with several flybys and an emergency landing. overall it was a great event and we spent most of the t...
2018-10-161h 02Parkflyer PodcastAircraft Maiden F-15Join your Hosts Michael, Jay and AK Mike as they talk about new additions to their fleet. Michael gets his F-16 finished and talks about flying it, along with his new F-15 from FreeWing. Jay has two new Gliders in the shop, and being modified and AK Mike has a few still in the box from his move down to Texas. Rain in Texas has the guys in the build mode but good weather in Phoenix allows Michael to head to the field. Join the guys as they discuss their flying stories at the Field.
2018-10-021h 10Parkflyer PodcastWings Over Springs ReviewJoin your hosts as they review Wings over Springs with Doug LeRoy. The Holly Springs Radio Control Group had its annual wings over springs event for the town of Holly Springs. Doug joins your hosts and gives his review of the event. Good times were had by all and Doug takes us through some of funny stories during the event.
2018-09-1858 minParkflyer PodcastComposites with Spencer – part IIJoin the Hosts of the ParkFlyer Podcast as they continue the discussion with Spencer on building techniques using composites.
2018-09-0456 minParkflyer PodcastComposites with Spencer – part IJoin your hosts Michael, Jay and AK Mike as they sit down with Spencer to discuss the F-16 intake. Spencer has the Lxi F-16 and designed and built an intake out of composites and has sold them on the internet. We find our hosts chatting about the process and how this gets done. Spencer is a wiz at the fiberglass and carbon fiber process and walks our hosts through the entire process of mould making and glassing the intake for this build. We are also pleased to have Doug LeRoy return and give us the details of the Holly Spr...
2018-08-211h 14Parkflyer PodcastMotor Size and KvThis week Michael and Jay are joined again by AK Mike as they discuss the questions, what size motor do I put on my airplane and what is Kv. Our hosts explain that Kv is how many RPM will turn per 1 volt. AK Mike and Jay discuss the watt meter and its importance to figuring out your Motor, battery, prop combo. Michael gives some ranges for his fleet, to give an idea of what type of combo to put on your project. Don’t forget to stop by our new Facebook page and leave some input and what you woul...
2018-08-071h 11Parkflyer PodcastMy P-51 has ShotMichael and Jay talk about trying to fly the Comanchee. It helps to bring the right battery connectors. Flying the comanchee off grass is a bit of a new experience. However the flight did not go as planned and wound up in a fatal crash for this airframe. The guys discuss what might have caused this mishap. Then off to the Hanger 9 P-51 to discuss the weight issue that Jay has tackled with buckshot. The aircraft was built for a glow but Jay has converted it to electric and needs more nose wight. Lucky he has some buckshot laying around...
2018-07-241h 09Parkflyer PodcastHappy 4th of July from TexasNow that AK Mike lives in Texas he takes the opportunity to drive down and see Jay for the Holiday weekend. AK Mike and Jay spend the week at the flying field with the guys from Jays flying group. The guys recount the fun had by all and discuss some of the mishaps that happened along the way. Jay and AK Mike fly the tuff wings and have a midair collision. Jim over stresses his Zagi and breaks it in half. Lots of fun flying and a few crashes has everyone telling stories.
2018-07-101h 05Parkflyer PodcastAK Mike moves to TexasAK Mike moves to Texas and the team talks about packing your planes for shipment, the benefits of living in the Lower 48, foam planes and batteries in the heat and other various items.
2018-06-261h 08Parkflyer PodcastCharleston RC SocietyJay takes a road trip to see the Kids. While there he has the opportunity to visit the Charleston RC Society and visit with Founder Rich Jackson and President Edward Yeash. The Charleston RC Society has had an AMA charter for 50 years and we are excited to talk to Rich about it. Please check out their club at http://charlestonrcsociety.net . You can also check out their YouTube channel here ! Thanks to everyone in South Carolina that hosted Jay as he traveled and looking forward to hearing about another 50 years. Congratulations!
2018-06-121h 02Parkflyer PodcastJim Bourke Stops by the Podcast StudioWe are pleased to announce that AK Mike is officially moved to TEXAS! Congratulations and welcome to Dallas. As AK Mike makes his way around his unpacking duties we are lucky enough to have RC Groups Creator and Real Flight owner Jim Bourke on the show. As we mention in the Podcast Jim is the inspiration behind the Parkflyer Podcast. We enjoy catching up with Jim and his Airshow career, new software arrival, and his thoughts on the changes in the industry.
2018-05-2952 minParkflyer PodcastAK Mike Visits TexasAK Mike visits Jay in Texas! Join in as they talk about how AK Mike’s first FPV solo flight goes!
2018-05-1557 minParkflyer PodcastFlying on FloatsMichael, Jay and AK Mike are able to pull from the Mail bag and grab a new topic. Thanks to Bernard Adderley, one of our listeners, who reached out to us and asked us to do a podcast on Flying on Floats. Summer is coming and its a perfect time to put that airplane in the water, so to speak. We discuss some of the things needed to get your float plane ready to fly and relate some of our stories we have had flying at the lake. Enjoy the summer get out and fly and thanks for sending in...
2018-05-011h 11Parkflyer PodcastSpektrum iX12 First LookSpektrum has come out with a new radio, the iX12. Michael and Jay sit down with Matt Ventura to take a look at how the Android radio is making its way into the RC markets.
2018-04-1754 minParkflyer PodcastHolly Springs EpisodeHey all, sorry about the audio on our release, today we were experiencing technical difficulties in the upload. We have since sorted it out and the new audio should have been pushed to the various podcast engines. Enjoy and thanks for your support.
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