We leave the Airspeed studios and have lunch at Pasquale's in Royal Oak, Michigan with Paul Stambaugh, aerobatic pilot (and owner of Pitts S1-S N34RM "Psycho Therapy") and Great Lakes Ferry pilot, among other things.  We talk about aerobatics for both fun and safety, what it's like to be the premier Great Lakes aircraft ferry pilot in the United States, and why, despite all of his experience, Paul keeps his day job as a senior mechanical engineer.  Pull up a chair at this classic southeast Michigan Itallian eatery and hangar-fly with Steve and Paul!

We cover the Canadian Forces Snowbirds - The 431 Air Demonstration Squadron.  From its earliest heritage in England in WWII to the Golden Centennaries in 1967 to the beginnings of the modern incarnation that started in Moosejaw in 1971.  This is one American's take on the nine-aircraft demonstration squadron that takes beauty, coordination, discipline, and showmanship to a new level.  Can't wait until they come to Battle Creek July 4!

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes to present a major regional airshow?  We talk to Barb Haluska, executive director of the Field of Flight Airshow and Balloon Festival in Battle Creek, Michigan.  It's February, but June 30 through July 4 are just around the corner for Barb and her intrepid staff.  Listen in as we talk to the people who bring in the Thunderbirds, the Snowbirds, and many others to fill the skies with thunder and beauty each summer.

Ever hear a media reporter tell you that an airplane accident involved an engine stall?  In our experience, most reporters and members of the public get this wrong.  We discuss aerodynamic stalls and explain how they have nothing at all to do with the engine. 

Disclaimer:  Nothing in this or any other epidsode of the Airspeed podcasts is flight instruction.  You should seek the counsel and instruction of a certified flight instructor if you ever plan to experience stalls - or fly an airplane - yourself.  The descriptions in the Airspeed podcasts are general descriptions based on FAA literature and the pilot's operating handbook for several popular training aircraft.  They don't apply to all aircraft or to all circumstances.  Always consult the manufacturer's specifications and recommendations and any supplemental type certificates or other applicable data for the specific aircraft in question.