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Join us as we navigate the exciting world of flight, bringing you inspiring stories from young aviators, expert insights from industry leaders, and practical guidance to launch your aviation dreams.

Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a pilot, aerospace engineer, or aviation professional, we’re your trusted co-pilots on the journey to reaching new heights.

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Our Mission: Help Launch Tomorrow’s Aviation Enthusiasts and Professionals

The Future In Flight Podcast is dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation of aviation enthusiasts and professionals. By sharing compelling stories, expert insights, and real-world experiences from industry leaders, the podcast provides valuable guidance for young pilots, engineers, air traffic controllers, and aviation innovators.

Through engaging conversations and in-depth discussions, The Future In Flight Podcast serves as a launchpad for aspiring individuals, equipping them with the knowledge, motivation, and connections needed to soar in the dynamic world of aviation.

S1 E35 T31 Cannonball Run x Hartzell Prop x Alphabet

Latest Episode

Aviation in Motion: Purpose, Props, and Safety

In this episode of the Future in Flight Podcast, host Shawn Staerker explores the powerful intersection of aviation legacy, cutting-edge engineering, and the vital importance of clear communication. The episode features an in-depth look at a high-speed mission to save a youth aviation program, the evolution of propeller technology for the light-sport market, and the fascinating history behind the words pilots use to stay safe in the skies.

The journey begins with Charlie Duffie and Chris Holder, who are embarking on a 31-hour “Cannonball Run” across America in a hand-built Shelby Daytona Coupe. Their goal is to raise $1 million for the Tango 31 Aero Club, continuing the work of the late Kevin Lacey by providing at-risk youth the opportunity to build and fly airplanes. We then shift gears to discuss Hartzell Propellers’ new Falcon series, which brings a century of reliability to the affordable aviation market by cutting propeller weight in half. Finally, the episode decodes the aviation phonetic alphabet, explaining how international cooperation turned a chaotic communication system into a global safety standard.

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Meet Your Host

Shawn Staerker brings contagious excitement to every episode of the Future in Flight Podcast. Broadcasting from “a hangar somewhere near the flightline,” he combines his decade of storytelling experience with a deep love of aviation to create compelling content that both educates and entertains.

Through powerful narratives and engaging interviews, Shawn shares his passion while building a community of fellow aviation enthusiasts. When he’s not behind the microphone, you’ll find him exactly where you’d expect – somewhere outside, head tilted skyward, probably distracted by either “dogs or airplanes.” And he wouldn’t have it any other way.