Plane + Pilot

Cayla McLeod, Plane & Pilot

Welcome to your new weekly podcast from Plane + Pilot. Join host and Editor in Chief, Cayla McLeod as she shares relatable, engaging, and "fresh off the press" general aviation conversations from her work week and beyond.

  1. 5월 13일

    Flying with Purpose: Darren Pleasance on AOPA, What’s Next, and Finding True North

    Join host Cayla McLeod for a chilly episode of the Plane + Pilot podcast, recorded right on flight line in Valdez, Alaska! In this episode, Cayla sits down with general aviation enthusiast, accomplished business leader, and author Darren Pleasance. Darren shares his journey from a 13-year-old kid fascinated by model airplanes to a corporate jet pilot, a leader at tech giants like Google and Cisco, and eventually the head of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA). He discusses his accidental entry into the business world and how a deep passion for aviation has remained the central theme of his life. In this episode, we cover: Aviation Roots: How Darren traded bike rides and airplane washing for his first flights, eventually flying multi-engine jets by his early twenties. The Importance of AOPA: The critical role the organization plays in advocacy, navigating the transition to unleaded fuel, and protecting the freedom to fly for general aviation pilots. Advice for Aspiring Aviators: Why getting tailwheel experience, showing initiative, and maintaining a positive attitude can open unexpected doors in your flying career. Finding Your "True North": Insights from Darren's book, True North, which serves as a handbook for building an inspired and fulfilling life. Alaskan Adventures: The unmatched thrill of flying over glaciers and the Prince William Sound, and experiencing the magic of the Valdez STOL competition. To order a copy of Darren's book visit: https://www.amazon.com/True-North-Handbook-Inspired-Living/dp/B0CQ74BHNN

    33분
  2. 5월 4일

    Surviving the Backcountry: Aviation Medicine, Helmets, & The 6 C's with Dr. Jon Miller

    Welcome back to the Plane & Pilot Podcast! In this episode, Cayla sits down with Dr. Jon Miller, an Idaho-based backcountry pilot and emergency medicine physician, to bridge the critical gap between general aviation and survival medicine. Dr. Miller shares his unique journey from ski bum and raft guide to ER doctor and flight doc for the Air National Guard's 190th Fighter Squadron. Recognizing a severe lack of survival training in general aviation, he and his colleagues founded Adventure Medicine Experts, a non-profit dedicated to teaching life-saving skills specifically tailored for backcountry pilots. We dive deep into the sobering statistics of off-airport accidents and discuss the practical, everyday steps you can take to become your own first responder when things go wrong in the wild. In this episode, we cover: The Root Ranch Clinic: An inside look at the immersive backcountry survival course hosted in the remote Idaho wilderness. The 6 C's of Survival: The essential components every pilot must understand: Compression (stopping life-threatening bleeding), Communications, Combustion, Cold (hypothermia prevention), Cutting tools, and Comfort (maintaining a positive mental attitude). Wearable Survival Gear: Why your emergency kit is completely useless if it's thrown in the back of the airplane during a crash. The Helmet Debate: A candid, data-driven discussion on why wearing a helmet might be the single most important decision you make before flying into the backcountry.

    41분
  3. 2월 25일

    From Orchard to Airpark: Inside Pecan Plantation with Mike Murphy

    In this episode of the Plane and Pilot podcast, host Cayla McLeod flies into one of the country’s most distinctive fly-in communities: The Landings at Pecan Plantation. Joined by Sales Manager Mike Murphy, Cayla tours this expansive 4,200-acre gated airpark situated just southwest of Fort Worth in Granbury, Texas.The conversation traces the community’s evolution from a historic 1940s pecan orchard into a premier aviator's paradise. Mike and Cayla highlight the high-caliber aviation infrastructure that defines the development, specifically the 3,100-foot paved runway (66TE), 100LL self-serve fuel, and custom home sites equipped with private 40x40 hangars.The duo discusses the "hometown USA" atmosphere that sets Pecan Plantation apart. With amenities ranging from Brazos River and Lake Granbury access to four on-site restaurants and a dedicated shopping village, the airpark demonstrates how aviation integrates into a full lifestyle. The episode also features the community’s active EAA chapter and spirited local events, such as the annual polar plunge.For those interested in joining the community, Mike provides details on the final 30 taxiway lots currently available and explains the flexible building process for new residents. Listeners can learn more by visiting the Pecan Plantation team at booth 4060 during Oshkosh or by visiting their website to schedule a private VIP fly-in tour. https://pecanplantationland.com/the-landings/

    13분

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Welcome to your new weekly podcast from Plane + Pilot. Join host and Editor in Chief, Cayla McLeod as she shares relatable, engaging, and "fresh off the press" general aviation conversations from her work week and beyond.

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