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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.

CAU Flight Team Cessna 150J "Little Red" flying over a SW USA airport. Vintage comic book style.

Latest Episode

Full Throttle U: Inside CAU’s Flight Team

This episode takes you on an incredible journey through aviation excellence and history.

We kick things off rolling down the runway with the CAU Flight Team—a squad that’s climbed from 20th place at nationals in 2022 to seriously eyeing a top-10 finish. Along the way, they take to the skies cross-country in “Little Red,” a 1965 Cessna 150, competing in NIFA events while building a culture rooted in safety, discipline, and sportsmanship. That commitment has earned them four consecutive Red Baron Team Sportsmanship Awards.

Recent Episodes

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A technician from Sarasota Avionics & Maintenance checks the engine on a small airplane.

A Conversation w/Sarasota Avionics & Maintenance

Avionics Techs working on an aircraft panel. Determined looks on their faces. Vintage comic book style.

The Automation Revolution: Why Avionics Techs Run the Future

2 members of the IT FLIES design, build, fly competition talk about what makes this one unique.

Long Form Chat: IT FLIES

What People Say

“Great mix of practical advice and inspiring stories.”

Tyler P.Flight School Student

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“Hearing from professionals who’ve been where I want to go is invaluable. This podcast makes the aviation industry feel so much more accessible.”

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“As a parent, I love how this show gets my teen excited about something real and adventurous.”

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“The perfect mix of education and entertainment! I always learn something new while staying engaged the whole time.”

Davison A.Teacher

“This podcast turned my curiosity about aviation into a full-on passion—now I’m studying for my Part 107 Certification!”

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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.