On episode 70, Micah and I talk with Eric the Mapmaker about his trip on Alaska Airlines. He flew from JFK to Palm Springs to Seattle to Newark and has some interesting comments about his trips.   But first, we have some Listener Mail from Chef Kathy, who tells Micah about the U2 song he likes. Then we hear from Listener Ron who wants to know if we feel safe flying these days. And then we close the segment with an email from a United flight attendant explaining why planes might be serviced...

On episode 69, Micah and I talk about my surprise trip to Tampa to visit with Momma Coleman.   But first, Listener Lu wants to know about tracking Taylor Swift's plane. Micah and I talk about Jack Sweeny and Ground Control, ⁠https://grndcntrl.net/⁠ There is also an addition about Maps from Listener Grant and an update from Mapmaker Eric. Micah and I then talk about my surprise trip to visit with Momma Coleman and my two wonderful flights with United. Even though I couldn't get my Bluetooth...

On episode 68, Micah and I talk with Chef Kathy about my road trip to Vegas, and her return flight, to see U2 at The Sphere. Sadly, we did not attend the same concert date.   But first, we answer questions from Listener Sue and Henry. Sue askes about how much Micah would pay to fly a non-US based airline for a better experience and Listener Henry asks about the features / benefits of United Global Services. Listener Lu wants to know about a diverted flight to Bangor, Maine and if passengers...

On episode 67, Micah and I talk about my trip to Lodi, California where I helped a friend to start a website that reviews the wines and vineyards of the area. (For those unfamiliar with Lodi, CA, it's a pretty amazing place and nothing like the one horse town it used to be 20 or more years ago.)  But first, we have a few additions, corrections and shout outs. 1) A friend passes along some advice about flying United to Hong Kong 2) Eric the Mapmaker corrects himself and tells us which way...

On episode 66, Micah and I talk with Matt Smith, cohost of the Plane Talking UK podcast. He joins us to share his unlikely journey from aviation newbie to podcast co-host, all while battling a fear of flying.  Matt was kind enough to talk with us about his fear of flying. But first, Micah and I confirm Listener Tanya was at the United Club at gate C-123. And Listener Jonathan tells us about the origins of the United 1K designator.  Then we answer Listener Lu's question about Prince Harry,...

On episode 65, Micah and I talk about my trip to Seattle, Washington on Alaska Airlines. But first, Micah and I answer Listener Rudy's question about the the difference between being a mapmaker and a cartographer. Well, actually, Mapmaker Eric answers that questions as he is the mapmaker / cartographer. Then we answer Listener Lu's question about our reservations of flying on the Boeing 737 Max 9. We also, inadvertently, didn't answer her question on international carrieers and the Max 9....

On episode 64, Micah and I talk with Julie Osborne, Curatorial Director at the Yankee Air Museum. But first, Micah and I answer Listener Ben's question about the future direction of the show. Then we answer Listener Lu's question about me interviewing Micah on episode 58. This is the episode where Micah flew on Breeze Airways to Tampa Florida. After that, we played an interview Micah and I conducted a few months back with Julie Osborne of the Yankee Air Museum. We learned what it's like to...

On episode 63, Micah and I talk with Chef Kathy and another high school friend, Adele. The girls did a roadtrip to Las Vegas to stalk U2... I mean see them in concert at The Sphere. But first, Micah and I answer listener questions. We hear from Listener Sandra who asks about meetups and new destinations. Then we play an audio file that was sent in by Listener Tanya. And oddly enough, she talks about U2 and episode 45, which featured Chef Kathy! Then we answer Listener Lu's question about...

On episode 62, Micah and I talk with Eric Riback, President of Franko Maps and CEO of Bella Terra Maps, about his trip to France on an airline I've never flown. But first, Micah and I answer Listener Lu's question about what I ask all the flight crews I fly with. Then we talked with Eric the Mapmaker about a correction from episode 58 and The Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel. After we make our corrections, we talk with Eric about his experiences on French Bee... an airline I've never flown...

On episode 61, Micah and I talk with Thom Richards of War Bird Adventures. But first, Micah and I answer Listener Carole's question about why our show with Captain Jeff of the Airline Pilot Guy podcast was so long. Then Listener Lu's wants to know when is the best time to give out gifts to the flight crews. After that, we talked with Thom about his company War Bird Adventures where you can learn to fly a tail dragger and other war birds. We also discussed the event he held, and hopefully,...

On episode 60, Micah and I talk with Capt Jeff, a former Delta Airlines pilot who has been producing the Airline Pilot Guy podcast for the past 15 years!  Because APG is 3 hours, and this episode ended up being nearly that long, we don't have any listener feedback nor Listener Lu question this episode. Sit back, relax and enjoy the podcast.  Thanks once again to all of our global listeners.  Please write in and let us know how you found the show, we’d also love to know what you like about...

On episode 59, we continue with our trip report on our visit to Tampa.  But first, we answer Listener Lu's question about our promotion of certain products. She wants to know if we are receiving compensation for our mentions... and the answer is NO! Then Micah and I talk about my trip to Tampa, the surprise of Momma Coleman and the meetup at Your Pizza Place. We also talk with Listener Linda about her trip to South Africa!  Thanks once again to all of our global listeners.  Please write in...

On episode 58, we turn the tables and I get to interview Micah about his trip on Breeze Airways. But first, Micah and I continue our discussion about pizza along with listener John. Listener John wrote in on [email protected] to share his views on Chicago Deep Dish Pizza and I had to correct him on some of the reasons why it's not Pizza. Then we answer Listener Lu's question about flying with the same flight crews. I then get to interview Micah and learn all about his flight to...

On episode 57, Micah and I discuss my trip to Manhattan where I met with my nephew George, whose family expanded with a new daughter. But first, Micah and I answer Listener Lu's question about United benefits and upgrades, now that I've had some time after reaching Lifetime 1K status. Then talk about my flight experiences to Newark and getting into the City. We also discussed all the places Nephew George took me to eat. Then we talked about my trip back home where I was able to check out...

On episode 56, Micah and I discuss my trip to Chicago where I met / supported my nephew Bryan who ran in the Chicago Marathon. But first, Micah and I answer the second part of Shreenand's question about his 1942 Stearman and what he should do with it. Then Micah and I answer Listener Lu's question about buying jewelry while traveling. This question was prompted from episode 52 when we interviewed Christine of Days Jewelry. We then talk about my flight experiences to Chicago and meeting...

On episode 55, Micah and I talk with the co-host of the podcast, Plane Talking UK.  But first, Micah and I answer a question from Listener Lu about Israel Then Micah and I talk with Sir Nev about all things BA and why he likes seat 1A so much. We also discuss his podcast, Plane Talking UK. It's interesting to me to have so many aviation podcasts and we all cover the industry from a very different perspective. Thanks once again to all of our global listeners.  Please write in and let us...

On episode 54, Micah and I discuss my trip to Hamburg Germany.  But first, Micah and I answer some feedback sent by listener Shreenand. He comments on the show with Capt Chris and CRM. Listener Lu wanted to know about our thoughts on an adult-only airline. OK, an airline that would have an adults-only section and a kid-friendly section. Then Micah and I talk about my trip to Hamburg where I met up with Momma Coleman as she completed her 200th cruise on the Queen Mary. I was also able to...

On episode 53, Micah and I discuss my participation at CrankyDorkfest 23.  But first, Micah and I answer some feedback sent by listener Andy. He had another suggestion for when we visit the Yankee Air Museum. Listener Lu wanted to know about Mamma Coleman's 200th cruise.  Then Micah and I play / comment on some of the recordings I was able to capture at Dorkfest '23. They included Ben and Heather of NYC Aviation, Nick of JetTip, Courtney and his new Time on Wing Podcast, Jon regarding his...

On episode 52, Micah and I discuss how travel and jewelry fit together with Christine of Day's Jewelry in Portland ME.  But first, Micah and I answer some audio feedback that was sent to our special email address; [email protected] by listener Nik. We then get to listen to an interview Micah conducted with Major Rick Bell and his lovely wife Erin. After that, we point out a great travel tip. Listener Lu is wondering about why I (we) hate Las Vegas. Next, Micah and I share a...

On episode 51, Micah and I discuss my trip to Minneapolis and my visit with my niece AND the Minnesota State Fair.  But first, Micah and I try our best to avoid answering a question on upgrades sent in by listener Uli. (It's just too long of a topic for a question. It needs its own show!). We then address Listener Chris' comments about "The Kings Speech" and his flights to Europe and India. Chef Kathy complimented our episode with Capt Chris of United Airlines and suggested having a meetup...

On episode 50, Micah and I discuss my turnaround flight on Northern Pacific Airways. But first, Micah and I play some feedback from Eric the Map Maker, owner and publisher of Bella Terra Maps. Listener Lu sent in a recording asking about the use of VOIP on an airplane. As you can probably guess, Micah and I are firmly against it. Next, Micah and I discuss my review flight of Northern Pacific Airways. Yes, I was given the ticket but that doesn't stop me from sharing my opinion on the...

On episode 49, Micah and I continue our discussions with Subject Matter Experts. This time, it's Captain Chris Dowell, Assistant Chief Pilot at United Airlines. But first, Micah and I answer a question from Listener Melly regarding interviews with Mamma Coleman.  Apparently Mom was a hit on the show and people want to hear more about her adventures and life as a travel agent. Hopefully mom will agree to be on the show again! Listener Lu sent in a recording asking about Aviation Artifacts...

On episode 48, Micah and I continue our discussions with Subject Matter Experts. This time, it's Roger Sands, CEO, of Wyebot, the leader in Wi-Fi automation. But first, Micah and I answer a question from Sean regarding the direction of the show.  Then from listener Danna who returned from South Africa and wanted to thank me for all of my recommendations. Listener Lu sent in a recording because she wants to know about us being pilots, our RC and or drone experiences. We than play a...

On episode 47, Micah and I have a great conversation with Megan Favio, Director of Air Adventures, at the Yankee Air Museum in Belleville, MI. But first, Micah and I talk about the question Listener Lu wanted to know... When and where will we have our first TJITR Meetup. Then we discuss the States we haven't been to but pretty much decided we can combine the two and have our meetup at the Yankee Air Museum! With our guest Megan, we talked about her job as the Director of Air Adventures,...

On episode 46, Micah and I get back to talking about flying on United as I had a trip to South Bend, Indiana. But first, Micah and I answer listener email... one of the best parts of the show. This time it wasn't just a listener but it was an email from our previous guest, U2 stalker... I mean Super Fan, Chef Kathy. Apparently, she forgot to promote her business, www.kathyiscooking.com, and wanted to thank me for doing a great job in editing the audio.  Micah then goes into a few...