Hangar49
96 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsJim 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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So Many Airshows-So Little Time!
March 24, 2024 23:45 - 1 hour - 40.3 MBIn this show, we run down airshows in the Pacific Northwest and ponder how we will attend all of them. Plus, the usual breaking news, breaking movie, breaking music, breaking interview, and broken comedy. Oh, and it's the 88th anniversay for the Spitfire. All that and more on this episode of Hangar 49. Movie: Flight (1929) Book: Spitfire-A Very British Love Story Interview: Andrew Shepard-Aviation’s Next Great Adventure Website: Density Altitude Calculator Song: Angus &...
A Giant Leap For Aviation Podcasting
March 01, 2024 02:32 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBWe are leaping into the 15th season of Hangar 49! And…we’re doing it on Leap Day….February 29th! Please enjoy our usual drivel as we fly into a whole new season. Thanks for listening. Movie: Airplane II (1982) Book: Final Authority by Robert & Joseph Dobransky Interview: A Plane You Can Drive-Anna Dietrich Website: The Points Guy Song: I’m Like A Bird/Nelly Furtado Destination/Places to Fly To: Cape Canaveral Space Force Museum Comedy/Sound: Typical Pilot Intervi...
We've Gone Full Circle
January 20, 2024 17:25 - 1 hour - 32 MBHangar 49 has gone full circle. That’s a wrap for our 14th season and our 165th show. So, business is business and our corporate bigwigs for the huge media conglomerate that owns the show has put their foot down. Yep, this show contains a commercial break, just before the news segment. Stay tuned after that for the top aviation news of the day, movie, music, interviews, and more. All in this great show. Movie: The Hindenburg (1975) Book: Aircraft-The Definitive Visual History by D...
One of our elves is missing!
December 16, 2023 17:41 - 1 hour - 35.1 MBWelcome to the Hangar 49 Christmas special episode! It’s a special, and busy, time of year. Santa’s workshop, and the H49 studios have a lot going on. Just like Santa’s place, the H49 elves are busy. So, when one elf doesn’t show up for work, it makes it tough. Somehow, with only two of us, we managed to get the show on the roof…er…runway. Special Christmas Movie Feature: The Shepherd (2023) Special Christmas Video Feature: The Star Wars Holiday Special Special Christmas Musica...
Just park your flying saucer next to the Gulfsrteam, sir.
November 10, 2023 01:37 - 1 hour - 38.4 MBSo, the Reno air races might be moving south…to the Las Vegas Spaceport! Are space aliens invited to participate? Will there be a new flying saucer class? Yep, you heard it (and many other things) here first on this new episode of Hangar 49. Movie: Birdy (1984) Book: Lost in Shangri La by Mitchell Zuckoff Interview: Samantha Thresher-Corporate Angel Network Website: Aviation Fanatic Song: Blue Oyster Cult/ME 262 Destination/Places to Fly To: Nimmo Bay Resort, Nimmo Islet, BC ...
Teach Yourself How to Fly!
September 07, 2023 00:14 - 1 hour - 33.7 MBHangar 49 is on the cutting edge of aviation. And we have a new aviation breakthrough: You can now “Teach Yourself How to Fly!” Listen to this show for all the details. Movie: Interceptor Book: : Teach yourself How to Fly by Nigel Tangye Interview: Ric Elias/Three things I learned while my plane crashed Website: Sat View-Tracking Satellites Song: - Jimmy Buffet/Treetop Flyer Destination/Places to Fly To: The Hangar Flight Museum-Calgary, Alberta Comedy/Sound: Barry Bre...
Caught In A Time Warp
August 11, 2023 16:06 - 1 hour - 79 MBWe were originally going to release this show in July, but we got caught in a time warp. So, here we are on July 41st. Hey, it could have been a star date, but we are still stuck in the dimension….maybe. Tune in for the usual aviation news, aviation movie, aviation song, and aviation comedy. Movie: A Yank in the RAF (1941) Book: Truckin’ the Skies-Alaska Aviation Stories by Gary Tupper Interview: How Do Airplanes Actually Fly-Raymond Atkins Website: Aviation Museums List Song: ...
A "No-Frills" Episode
June 23, 2023 15:10 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBWe understand the high cost of everything nowadays, that’s why we have cut our cost and service down to the bare minimum allowed by law. For example, in this show, we only have two hosts instead of our usual three. (OK, Tony just got back from across the pond and still has jet-lag.) But please, listen anyway. We’ll get you there….probably. We understand the high cost of everything nowadays, that’s why we have cut our cost and service down to the bare minimum allowed by law. For examp...
May The Fourth Be With You
May 05, 2023 17:05 - 1 hour - 35.3 MBMay the fourth be with you! Yep, this month’s show was produced on Star Wars Day! We couldn’t believe that, in 158 shows, we never reviewed this classic film. So, here we are. Movie: Star Wars (1977) Book: Unlocking the Sky by Seth Shulman Interview: Jack Hohner/FeelFlight Grip Website: Rod Machado’s Aviation Learning Center-YouTube Channel Song: Theme From Star Wars/London Symphony Orchestra-John Williams Destination/Places to Fly To: USS Midway Museum-San Diego, CA Comedy/S...
This Show Has Great Vibes
April 15, 2023 00:07 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBThe world of aviation has great people, and when they get together it creates great vibes. When the Hangar 49 team gets together, our mission is to create more of those vibes. In this show, we create some great vibes…and we get to listen to some great music created with vibes. You gotta to listen to find out….and that’s a fact! Oh, we also do a lot of fact-checking in the show, including checking our own facts. Movie: Airport 1975 Book: Airport by Arthur Hailey Interview: Ravn A...
It's a Convair 880!
April 01, 2023 01:20 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBSo, 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 Come...
We can't understand a word he's saying!
February 24, 2023 17:15 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBSometimes 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 De...
Magic In The Air
January 28, 2023 16:37 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBAll 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 Schm...
Jingle All The Way
December 16, 2022 17:57 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBIt’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 Holi...
Better Late Than Never, (or is It)
December 01, 2022 00:13 - 1 hour - 36.7 MBBetter 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: [email protected] 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 (Internat...
Help Wanted!
October 13, 2022 19:02 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBHelp 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 bein...
Please Stand By
September 09, 2022 16:30 - 1 hour - 38.3 MBYikes! 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...
"The Best of Everything!"
July 27, 2022 00:25 - 2 hours - 60 MBWow! 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...
Can Penguins Really Fly?
June 17, 2022 00:45 - 1 hour - 32.9 MBSo….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 Nigh...
"Maybe That'll Buff Out!"
June 01, 2022 01:23 - 1 hour - 31.6 MBEvery 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...
Steamy Movie & a Graphic Novel
April 18, 2022 16:38 - 1 hour - 37.8 MBIt’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 ...
Now Beginning Our 12th Season!
March 20, 2022 15:19 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBIt’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:...
Help Us Buy the Martin Mars!
March 01, 2022 01:11 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBLike 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...
Around The World With Hangar 49
January 14, 2022 17:34 - 2 hours - 55 MBOur 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 Fir...
Learn To Fly a Light Aeroplane In One Easy Lesson!
December 12, 2021 18:33 - 1 hour - 39.5 MBIt'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 T...
We're Number 13!
November 25, 2021 00:38 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBAviation 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. Mo...
Viva Las Vegas!
October 31, 2021 20:27 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBIn 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: ...
It's Zero Hour!
September 29, 2021 01:44 - 1 hour - 37.4 MBWe 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 Ni...
Please Support Your Flight Attendants (and Flight Deck Crews)!
August 25, 2021 17:44 - 1 hour - 38.1 MBWe’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 Destinatio...
We Are On Fire!
August 01, 2021 16:37 - 1 hour - 35.3 MBWe 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 Webs...
Are We Flying Too Close To The Sun?
June 27, 2021 21:47 - 1 hour - 39.3 MBThere’s been a heat wave in the US and Canada where we produce Hangar 49. It’s kinda like flying too close to the sun. Hopefully, the wax in our wings won’t melt. We have news, a movie, classic, song, and some comedy. Flip on some air conditioning or a simple fan and listen to this cool show. Movie: Soul Plane Interview: Colonel Douglas Moore Book: Flying Too Close to the Sun by George Jehn Song: Boeing Boeing 707/Roger Miller Destination/Places to Fly to: Wright M...
Don't Run Out of Fuel While Listening to this Show!
May 26, 2021 00:06 - 1 hour - 40.2 MBWe know these shows are great...but can be a bit long! If you listen to us during your flight, please make sure to keep an eye on the fuel gauges. We cannot be responsible for pilots who run out of gas (or Jet A) while listening. Movie: The Sound Barrier Interview: Richard Branson Book: Kittyhawk Down by Jonathan Nicholas Website: Windy.com Song: Steve Aoki, Laidback Luke& Lil Jon/Turbulence Destination/Places to Fly To: North Atlantic Aviation Museum Comedy/Sound: Mich...
No Sleeping During This Show!
April 18, 2021 20:14 - 1 hour - 39.9 MBWe know that sometimes it’s hard to stay awake during those long flights. Hey, sometimes it’s hard to stay awake during a long episode of Hangar 49…especially for al and Tony. So, here’s a reminder: “No Sleeping During This Show!” You might miss something good. Movie – Up In The Air Interview - Christian Bailey Book – l’ll take the 18 by Scott Glute Website -Airport Spotting Song - Zayn - Flight of the Stars Destination – TWA Hotel at JFK Comedy - Dave Allen Extra Stu...
You'll Get A Charge Out Of this show!
April 01, 2021 01:30 - 1 hour - 39.1 MBWhew! We got our March show uploaded without a minute to spare. Someday, we'll be able to get these shows done quicker by speeding up our commute with an electric air taxi. We just need to find a charging station. Learn how in our featured interview. Plus, news, music, movies, and comedy in this jam-packed show. As always, we have a few technical issues. This time it's a bad auto-level on Al's voice. It's OK. He never has much to say anyway..... Interview: Joshua Portman/Electric A...
The #1 aviation podcast on Mars
February 24, 2021 17:47 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBWe are pleased to announce that all the latest polls show that Hangar 49 is the number one aviation podcast on Mars. All the cool NASA robots love this show. Be like NASA robots. Movie: Fly Away Home Interview: Jimmy Stewart-Army Air Corps pilot Book: Flight Girls by Noelle Salazar Bonus Movie: The Wind Rises Website: The Flyer Song: Turbulence by Bowling for Soup Destination/Places to Fly To: de Havilland Aircraft Museum, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, UK Comedy/Sound: ...
Yes, We Take Requests
January 17, 2021 17:30 - 1 hour - 44 MBSince this show was founded by ex-disc jockeys, we love our listeners. And since one of our hosts was once a struggling musician, we know that getting a free plug on the radio for your song (or movie) can make a big difference. So, we take requests. This month, our song suggestion came from John F. and our movie idea came from Marty D. Notice that we didn’t use their last names. There may be a reason for that. You’ll just have to listen to the show. Movie: Horizon Line Interview: ...
Ya got Any Beeman's?
December 09, 2020 21:59 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBAs we sat down in the Hangar 49 studios to record this show on December 8, 2020 word that general Chuck Yeager had passed away had just been announced. We re-vamped our show to feature his book and an interview. We also reached back about 100 shows and dusted off our review of the film, “The Right Stuff.” And, as the General would say, “Ya, got any Beeman’s, “ his favorite chewing gum. (Oh, apologies in advance: Al had some issues with his microphone so there might be a few audio glitch’...
We Are Not Bots!
November 08, 2020 17:26 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBWith all the fakery on the internet, robocalls to your telephone, and screaming pundits on your TV, it’s nice to find a place where real, honest, and truthful aviation information and humor abounds. OK, maybe everything on this show is not totally true, we might make up a factoid or two, make an error, or even (gasp) screw up big-time. But one thing is for sure…”We Are Not Bots!” Movie: Sky Fighters Interview: World War 2 German pilots Book: The Road to Station X Website: Air F...
Catch Us If You Can!
September 28, 2020 15:46 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBWe are a couple of busy guys. Between Tony's work as an award-winning photographer and Al's career as a voiceover artist, we barely have time for lunch, much less flying around and doing podcasts, but here we are again. If you listen to our podcast, but don't have time to catch this whole show, do yourself a favor (favour?) and listen to our special guest, Frank Abagnale. His talk comes at about 40 minutes into this episode. Happy flying! Movie: Catch me If You Can Interview: Frank Ab...
We've Got Free Stuff For You
August 07, 2020 19:35 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBWe don’t make you pay to listen to our show. (We have heard rumors that some of you think we should pay you to listen, but let’s not get off topic.) So, in this show, we give you free stuff and free money, (sort of). You’ll have to listen to get the details. Oh. Yes, this is our July show. Yes, we know it’s already August. Good, cheap, free help is hard to find. Movie: Command Decision (1948) Book: 1001 Aviation Facts by Mike Machat Interview: Randy Lervold-Glasair Website: FAA...
We're Just Taking Up Bandwidth
June 14, 2020 17:38 - 1 hour - 40.1 MBWith all the excitement over the Covid 19 virus, economic issues, and travel bans, we haven’t been taking airplanes up anywhere. In reality, we’ve just been taking up excess internet bandwidth with this show. There’s no better way to spend time relaxing at home than listening to this latest episode of Hangar 49. Movie: Dive Bomber (1941) Book: CFI. The Book by Alex Stone Interview: Den Reed-Wild Sky Aircraft Website: Airport Webcams dot Net Song: Queensryche/Some Peopl...
Pass the Fifth and Hold the Mayo
May 09, 2020 17:45 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBOur May episode kicks off with one of our favorite holidays, has a great movie, book, and song, then winds up with a hilarious comedy clip. Sit back, relax, and enjoy some quarantine with us. Movie: The War Lover Book: Skyfaring Journey by Mark Vanhoenacker Interview: Kyle Fowler/Go EZ Aerobatics Website: Trade a Plane Song: Flight School/Miguel Campbell Destination: Walla Walla Sound/Comedy: Saturday Night Live/Tom Hanks & Alec Baldwin
Aviation: Social Distancing Since 1903
April 01, 2020 17:47 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBWe live in crazy times. We never heard of "social distancing" until now. Luckily, aviation is a great way to put some distance between us. And, since Hangar 49 has studios in the USA and Canada, we do social distancing all the time. So, go hide in another room and listen to our latest show. Movie: Air Strike Book: A Higher Call - Adam Makos Interview: Mike Strasser-Chicken Wings Website: Aviation Work Jokes Song: Flying On My Own - Celine Dion Destination: Barra ...
Our 10th Anniversary Show!
January 17, 2020 00:56 - 1 hour - 39.7 MBIt’s our diamond jubilee! Ten years in the making! With over 120 shows! Hundreds of star-studded interviews, aviation movies, flying songs and books! Yes…it’s the 10th anniversary celebration episode of Hangar 49! Plus, a surprise 10th anniversary guest host and flashbacks. Movie: Top Gun-Maverick (2020) Book: Flying Alone by Beth Ruggerio York Interview: Will Allen Website: Pilot Mall Song: You Can Always Go Around/Ken Dravis Destination: Pearson Field Air Museum ...
Sorry, We Don't Take Cheques
December 06, 2019 18:10 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBWe may not take cheques (probably because we don’t sell anything) but we remember the glory days of freight dogs hauling cancelled checks from everywhere back to the banks. Plus, we have music, movies, and funny stuff…plus the latest news and another interview by our foreign correspondent, Grant McHerron. It's all in this brand new episode. Movie: Midway (2019 version) Book: Hauling Checks by Alex Stone Interview: Grant McHerron at Oshkosh with Gary Velasco Website: Live ATC dot N...
The "Multi-Accent" Show
November 15, 2019 00:04 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBIn this episode, Hangar 49 spans the globe in a quest to discover how many different English language accents we could cram into one show. Four isn’t too bad. We go to Las Vegas, Oshkosh, Peru, Costa Rica, Panama, and Mexico to bring you the latest in aviation entertainment. And, if you're hungry, we found a really nice restaurant in Salzburg, Austria you might enjoy. Oh, and say hello to our foreign correspondent, Grant McHerron, who traveled from down under on special assignment for Han...
It's Another Road Show!
October 08, 2019 22:40 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBIt’s another road show! Tony and Al were still on the road when they recorded this show. For the very first time, they operated from inside the mobile studio somewhere in the Pacific Northwest USA. We were having so much fun, we forgot to talk about our book! Guest host Philip Randolph joins in to interview our special guest. Movie: Captains of the Clouds (1942) Book: Oops…we forgot! Interview: Jody Rueger Destination and Website: Flying Heritage and Combat Armor Museum Song: W...
We Are In Harm's Way (Again)
September 15, 2019 00:28 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBYep. When we take this show on the road, sometimes we get in harm’s way. First Tony had motorhome engine problems. Then, Al had motorhome engine problems. We’re lucky we weren’t trying to fly an airplane on the road. (That would be a whole different issue.) Again, we are on the road and this show was recorded on the flight line at the Arlington Balloon and Aircraft Festival in mid-August. Movie: In Harm’s Way (1965) Book: Graphic War-The Secret Aviation Drawings & Illustrations of Worl...
We've Got Mighty Wings!
August 20, 2019 01:19 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBHey! We've got some mighty wings! It takes some big wings to get this show set up and recorded in a remote location. (Oh, OK...we admit that we "flew" down the freeway in the mobile studio.) Yep, once again we've taken Hangar 49 on location at the Arlington Balloon and Airplane Festival. Tony and Al, plus special guests Phillip Randolph and Emmy-Winning producer Erik Utter babble their way through another thrilling episode...complete with authentic airplane noise in the background! Movie: ...
Hold my drone and reach for the sky!
June 06, 2019 17:45 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBWe are always reaching for the sky here at Hangar 49. it doesn't matter if it's a Cessna, a Boeing, or a drone, (or on a cruise ship looking up. Take a listen as Tony and Al babble about all this stuff. Movie: Reach for the Sky (1956) Book: Stuka Pilot By Hans Ulrich Rudel Interview: WW2 B-17 Pilot John Mscik Website: FighterSweep Song: Grass Roots/Fly Me to Havana Destination: Smiley Creek, Idaho Sound/Comedy: Ajax Airlines/Hudson & Landry If you have any comme...