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SMAC212 Michael McClellan Airshow Announcer, Airport Owner and the First Light Sport Pilot

Welcome back from Sun N Fun and a special edition of the Stuck MIc AvCast. Today I have with me airshow announcer, airport owner, and light sport pilot #1 Michael McClellan. Michael has been a volunteer at Sun N Fun for over 20 years!

Michael McClellan

Preflight Checklist:

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News And Announcements:

  • 182 flight with russ and student to tucson.
  • Congratulations Michael McClellan on 20 years volunteering at Sun N Fun.
  • Congratulations Carl Valeri on his 5 year recognition as a volunteer at Sun N Fun.
  • Tom Frick 5 year pin.
  • Today is Carl’s 30th anniversary of flying. On May 1st, 1989 he took his first flight at Wilkes-Barre, Wyoming Valley Airport, soloing 30 days later. Things sure have changed in aviation.

Cruise Flight (Michael McClellan):

  • Living the dream flying small airplanes from his own private airport.
  • Volunteering at Paradise City in Sun N Fun with LAMA (Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association)
  • What is LAMA.
  • Announcing for Patty Wagstaff.
  • How he built his own airport.
  • LIght Sport Certificate #1
  • Converting Light Sport to IFR
  • What Is Deland Sport Aviation Showcase and how does it differ from Sebring.
  • Live announcing from Deland.
  • What is next for Michael?

After Landing Checklist:

Picks Of The Week:

No Pick of the week since this is an interview show.

Links Mentioned In The Podcast:

http://www.airnav.com/airport/7GA2

Michael McClellan

https://www.sportaviationshowcase.com