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Hangar49

Jim Leighty, Al Gilson, and Tony Roberts talk about different airstrips to visit, the ups and downs of flying in the Pacific Northwest, and all the fun events you can find here! We also like to discuss aviation music, movies, books, and websites. Basically we are just a bunch of fun loving pilots that have a passion for aviation just like you!

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01:39:32

It's a Convair 880!

Hangar49 ·

2023/04/01

So, it’s time for our March show…and just in time…since March is almost over. Yes, we’re running late-just like most airlines. In this show, Tony referees while Jim and Al argue about Elvis. To find out who wins, just listen. Movie: Con Air Book: Hornet Flight by Ken Follett Interview: Trent Moyers from Pangborn/Wenatchee Airport (KEAT) Website: History of Spy Balloons Song: Higher and Higher/Moody Blues Destination/Places to Fly To: Pacific Coast Dream Machines Comedy/Sound:

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01:17:18

We can't understand a word he's saying!

Hangar49 ·

2023/02/24

Sometimes it’s hard to understand what people are saying. Sometimes it’s a foreign accent, sometimes it’s a fast-talking approach controller in busy Bravo airspace, possibly a mega rock and roll star, or maybe babbling podcast hosts. Listen to this show and you decide. Movie: Dawn Patrol (1938) Book: Into The Silk by Ian MacKersey Interview: TED Talk-Ryah Whalen: Three ways to make flying more climate friendly Website: Project Blue Book Song: Flight 505/The Rolling Stones

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01:31:16

Magic In The Air

Hangar49 ·

2023/01/28

All pilots know what keeps an airplane in the air: Magic! OK...money is an important component. In this show, we take a desperate journey, help you build an airplane for very little money, introduce you to some sorcery, invite you to a museum that you can't visit, see some great aviation photography, and learn what bored pilots do behind that closed cockpit door. Movie: Desperate Journey (1942) Book: Advanced paper Airplanes for Kids and Adults by Andrew Thorne Interview: Derek Schmidt-Lightspeed

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01:38:03

Jingle All The Way

Hangar49 ·

2022/12/16

It’s our annual holiday episode, so gather ‘round the tree and take a listen. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or whatever you celebrate. Movie: Devotion (2022) Book: Wing Leader by Johnnie Johnson Interview: Marci Veronie/Avemco Website: The Last Boeing 747-News Story and Boeing’s 747 Stats Song: The Kinks/Supersonic Rocket Ship Destination/Places to Fly To: Bradbury Science Museum-Los Alamos, New Mexico Comedy/Sound: Benny Hill/Scuttle Airlines Special Holiday Bonus Song: Royal

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01:24:50

Better Late Than Never, (or is It)

Hangar49 ·

2022/12/01

Better late than never, right? We didn’t hit the numbers, but at least we were able to turn off the runway before the end of November. So, you get to decide, was this show worth waiting for, or is it just another bomb? Let us know at: h49flying@gmail.com or tell everybody by commenting on our Facebook posts. Movie: Fighter Squadron (1948) Book: Wager with the Wind/The Don Sheldon Story by James Greiner Interview: Dave Hubner-SiriousXM Aviation Services Website: ICAO (International Civil

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01:21:54

Help Wanted!

Hangar49 ·

2022/10/13

Help Wanted! Hangar 49 has been plagued by technical issues such as lost recordings, bad microphone quality, editing delays, and bad jokes. We blame our production staff for everything. So, we are looking for help. We need a production team member who is an experienced and qualified audio engineer, network administrator, editor, news director, web designer, script writer, comedy writer, commercial pilot, CFII, and janitor who can work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while being

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01:27:37

Please Stand By

Hangar49 ·

2022/09/09

Yikes! Technical problems, internet crashes, infestations, and you name it-this show has it. Tune in and find out why. Plus, the usual drivel and Jim rejoins us. Why? We still aren’t sure. Movie: Angels One Five (1952) Book: The first Fighter Pilot by Ed Cobleigh (about Roland Garros) Interview: Sully Sullenberger Website: Sierra Hotel Aeronautics-Aviation Humor page Song: I Wish I Could Fly/Roxette Destination: AOPA’s The Hangout/KSFF Sound/Comedy: MAD TV-Funny Low Cost Airlines

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02:14:54

"The Best of Everything!"

Hangar49 ·

2022/07/27

Wow! Over 12 years in the making! There’s 149 episodes of these guys working up to this very day. Through trials and tribulations, this team has worked tirelessly to produce the most entertaining aviation podcast in the world. So, here it is. The Best of Everything. And….please welcome our special guest host, Hangar 49 founder, Jim Leighty So: Sit down. Shut up. And hold on. Top 10 Movies: #10: Pushing Tin #9: Fail Safe #8: The High and the Mighty #7: Planes-Fire and Rescue #6: The Dam Busters

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01:13:29

Can Penguins Really Fly?

Hangar49 ·

2022/06/17

So….can Penguins Really fly? Inquiring minds want to know. Aeronautical engineers want to know. We know turkeys can fly…we have the video. Oh, check out out song, movie, and book and listen to this show for all the answers. Movie: Lancaster Skies (2019) Book: Warbirds in the Cloak of Darkness Interview: Shane Woodson-Uavionix Website or App: Airmate EFB Song: Nice Little Penguins/Flying Destination/Places to Fly To: Great War flying Museum Comedy/Sound: Saturday Night Live/Aer Lingus

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01:09:53

"Maybe That'll Buff Out!"

Hangar49 ·

2022/06/01

Every airplane owner has had a little “hangar rash” but one of our news stories in this month’s show highlights an extreme example. Plus, we have the usual movie, song, comedy and more for you to enjoy! Movie: Island In The Sky (1953) Book: Flight-The 100 Worlds Greatest Aircraft by Mark Phelps Interview: Jamie Smith/Ameriflight Website: Vatsim-The world’s Virtual Air Traffic Simulation network Song: The Motors/Airport Destination/Places to Fly To: The Bahamas Comedy/Sound: Ricky Gervais-What

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01:26:10

Steamy Movie & a Graphic Novel

Hangar49 ·

2022/04/18

It’s our latest episode: “Steamy Movie and a Graphic Novel!” We understand marketing…and how to build a big audience with a catchy title. See, we already got you to read this far. Give a listen and find out what we are really talking about. (Oh…by the end of this show, we’ll still be rated PG (Pretty Good.) Movie: The Carpetbaggers (1964) Book: Hero’s of Flight by Dan Green Interview: Mark Baker/AOPA Website: Oleg Antonov State Aviation Museum-Kviv, Ukraine Song: Walter Murphy Band-Flight

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01:35:56

Now Beginning Our 12th Season!

Hangar49 ·

2022/03/20

It’s been a long hard road…er…runway, but Hangar 49 is now entering our 12th season on the air…er…internet. Crank up the hi-fi and listen to this episode with a movie, book, song, interview, and comedy. Movie: The McConnell Story (1955) Book: Wings of Gold/The Story of the First Women Naval Aviators by Beverly Weintraub Interview: Peter Zaccagnino-Part 3-Books, TV, and what's next. Website: Flying to Mexico Song: Up and Flying/Reba McIntire Destination/Places to Fly To: Abbotsford

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01:28:17

Help Us Buy the Martin Mars!

Hangar49 ·

2022/03/01

Like all pilots, we dream about our next airplane. So, when a great deal opens up, we can’t wait to get going. But, like most dreaming pilots…we’re a bit short on cash. Here’s your chance to help us out. We think we need a GoFundMe or Venmo money-raising campaign! We’re sure all our loyal listeners would be happy to help us step into a great airplane. Stay tuned for donation details! Martin Mars for sale-Isn’t she a beauty? Movie: Thunderbirds-Soldiers of the Air (1943) Destination: Castle Air

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02:05:54

Around The World With Hangar 49

Hangar49 ·

2022/01/14

Our special guest on this show has even been around the world. So has Tony. Our movie for this episode is Around The World In 80 Days. Sometimes we talk to much. In fact, in the time it takes to listen to this show, the International Space Station will travel around the world. Movie: Around the World in 80 Days (1956) Website: The Honourable Company of Air Pilots Interview: Peter Zaccagnino (Part One-How he started) Book: Relevant by Peter Zaccagnino Song: Gotta Get the First Plane Home/The

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01:34:24

Learn To Fly a Light Aeroplane In One Easy Lesson!

Hangar49 ·

2021/12/12

It's finally here! A quick and easy way to learn how to fly in one easy lesson...just listen to this show. Oh, and before we forget: Merry Christmas or whatever you celebrate and happy new year. (Oh...by the way this is show #142, but it's our 143rd episode. Last months show was #143 but it was our 142nd episode. Hopefully, you're just as confused as we are.) Movie: Air Force (1943) Interview: Gracie Johnson/TallyHo! Apps Book: Buffalo Air by Darrel Knight Website: Hawker Typhoon Song:

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01:40:57

We're Number 13!

Hangar49 ·

2021/11/25

Aviation Podcasting is a competitive business! So, the entire staff and management of Hangar 49 is pleased to announce that we are listed as number 13 in the Top 45 Aviation Podcasts list. Wow, after over 10 years of grueling efforts, we are finally recognized. Oh, we won’t let it go to our heads. Our November show proves it. Please listen to our usual lineup of breaking news, classic films, great music, tantalizing books, outrageous comedy, all punctuated by our amazing commentary. Movie: Fail

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01:45:51

Viva Las Vegas!

Hangar49 ·

2021/10/31

In this episode, Tony and Al give you all the inside tips on how to enjoy Las Vegas. Al recently returned from the National Business Aviation show in Sin City with interviews and tips on staying in Vegas on a budget and getting started on your first million. Oh….we talk about some aviation stuff as well. Movie: Only Angels Have Wings (1939) Interview: John Thivierge/Aircraft Performance Group (Seattle Avionics) Book: Airborn by Kenneth Oppel Website: Aero News Net Song: Ozzy! Flying

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01:33:07

It's Zero Hour!

Hangar49 ·

2021/09/29

We know that you can hardly wait until our next show. Us too. Well, here it is. Mission Control is please to announce...It’s finally ZERO HOUR at Hangar 49! Movie: Zero Hour (1957) Interview: Juliet Siddons-Challenge Air Book: Go Flight-The Unsung Heros of Mission Control by Rick Houston Website: Real-Time Space Tracking—N2YO.com Song: Daddy, Teach Me to Fly/Ken Dravis Destination/Places to Fly To: USS Midway Museum/San Diego Comedy/Sound: Flight Attendants/Saturday Night Live

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01:35:09

Please Support Your Flight Attendants (and Flight...

Hangar49 ·

2021/08/25

We’ve seen the stories about nutty airline passengers going berserk when asked by the flight attendants to please put on their masks during the flight. So, here’s the deal…please support your flight attendants and flight deck crews. Movie: The Flight Attendant Book: I am a Flight Attendant by Jessica De Serre Boissonneauilt Interview: Scariest Tomcat Flight/Cmdr Matt Plaiser USN (Ret.) Website: AirBus Zero Emission Electric Flight Song: Moody Blues/Fly Me High Destination/Places to Fly

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01:23:29

We Are On Fire!

Hangar49 ·

2021/08/01

We are on fire! No…not the plane or the studio (yet) but it seems like the entire western USA and Canada are covered in wildfires and high heat. Tony and Al are also blanketed in wildfire smoke. We huddled inside the studio to get a break and record this show. It’s our July show and we’re a bit late in the month. Luckily we still have time to release this on July 32nd. Movie: Boeing, Boeing Interview: Nancy Bradshaw Book: Flying on Instinct-Canada’s Bush Pilot Pioneers Websites: Wildfire

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