Flying Midwest Podcast

02/05/2025

New Episode Out Now:
Pilots Under Pressure- Mental Health Reform in Aviation
with Chris Hastings & Brian Bomhoff of the Pilot Mental Health Campaign

The mental health of our aviation community is a conversation that’s long overdue—and one that can’t wait any longer.

In this episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast, we speak with two advocates at the forefront of reform, tackling the silent struggles pilots face, the stigma that keeps them grounded, and the critical legislation in Washington that could finally bring change.

This isn’t just about policy—it’s about people. Real pilots. Real stories. Real consequences.

Listen now and help us lift the mask.

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flying-midwest-podcast/id1601680150?i=1000705869389

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ynBRt8iIjSidbX9eCVjkU?si=gmnb-SBrR9iuwlegXNla-A&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A3l7f7XPF2WpNKwrNLsHfHB

Learn more or get involved: PMHC.org

20/04/2025

Doing some driving today? Take us with you!

Listen to a new episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast, where we’re doing a ATP and Type rating check ride deep dive. We’ll be joined by a very special surprise guest!

Links below!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flying-midwest-podcast/id1601680150?i=1000703408871

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5RBzQrD8S41TLmRo3sus80?si=k2vWNGoGTyylYslJ_vjrEQ

01/04/2025

Our annual April Fools episode is out now! Packed full of totally not made up aviation news and events, and some fun and games with the Flying Midwest crew!

Leave us a comment on what you thought was the best news or event!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flying-midwest-podcast/id1601680150?i=1000701684603

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2laGKiMMGkCBlmA9waUHj0?si=oItoXLpQR7a86dhv0eUWJQ

30/03/2025

We are just over an hour away from our livestream recording.

Join us over on YouTube tonight at 7:30 central!

As has been our tradition, we will be embracing all the fun and tomfoolery of April Fool's Day with a special episode. Join us for this livestreamed recordin...

10/03/2025

Jim explores another really cool moment in aviation history. This story is absolutelyy crazy!

March 10, 1967—Captain Bob Pardo attempted one of the craziest, most daring aerial rescues in history. He used his own jet to push a crippled F-4 Phantom out of enemy territory. Dont miss this video!

The UNBELIEVABLE Story of Pardo’s Push – A Daring F-4 Phantom Rescue over Vietnam

In the heat of the Vietnam War, two F-4 Phantom pilots found themselves in a desperate fight for survival. After a bombing run over North Vietnam, Captain Bo...

06/03/2025

Super unorganized, but tonight, we go live... at 8PM Central....in other words, right now.

In what is an unplanned event, we will be chatting about events in our pilot journey's that that were great learning moments.

Head over to our youtube to check out the live.

Welcome to the Flying Midwest. Connecting aviators from across America's Heartland. You can check out our aviation video content, or catch up on the latest episodes of our podcast. We will share the latest and greatest in Midwest aviation news, events, hangar talk, and aviation history. Welcome aboa...

09/02/2025

🚀 New Episode Alert! 🚀

Ever dreamed of flying a WWII warbird? Our latest episode of the Flying Midwest Podcast takes you inside the cockpit of aviation history!

We sit down with Nicholas Stoley, an airline pilot who spends his free time flying with the Commemorative Air Force, piloting legendary aircraft like Miss Mitchell. From the thrill of flying these incredible machines to how YOU can get involved, Nicholas shares it all.

🎧 Tune in now and join us for an unforgettable journey into the world of warbirds!

📲 Listen here:
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/44ZUTyUf6emSaw01Csy4fk?si=QopbN_etSLaFGw_Rpvfxkw

Apple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-79-fly-all-the-things/id1601680150?i=1000690626247

05/02/2025

Tonight, we go live!

Join us at 8:15 on our YouTube channel. We’re talking about those winter flying blues!

https://www.youtube.com/live/mX###L6nUBg?si=tvTI0O6zJrUT_pMB

04/02/2025

This is an episode we didn’t plan to make.

There are moments in aviation that shake us all, and this past week has been one of them.

The aviation community is reeling after the mid-air crash in Washington D.C. As we sat down to record our next episode last night, we couldn’t ignore the weight of this tragedy.

In this special episode, we take a moment to pause, reflect, and honor those lost in this horrible event. While the investigation continues, in time we will come to understand what happened and through tragedy, find the knowledge to make the skies safer.

Our sincerest condolences to those lost, their families, friends, and peers. They are in our thoughts and prayers as are the controllers, first responders, and investigators who also have to work through this profound loss.

03/02/2025

Today marks 66 years since “The Day The Music Died.” Check out Jim’s latest installment of This Week in Aviation History, where he takes a closer look at this tragic crash.

You can check out new installments of notable moments in aviation history every week, over at the AeroExploration YouTube Channel.

This Week in Aviation History: The Day the Music Died 🎶On February 3, 1959, a tragic plane crash claimed the lives of rock and roll legends Buddy Holly, Rit...

02/02/2025

In the wake of a tragedy, we find ourselves eagerly searching for answers. Why did this happen, and what can we learn to prevent it in the future?In my last ...