Al Malmberg spends the hour with Frank Henkels who joined the Navy in 1951 and worked as a mechanic and crew member on the B-26. Following his service with the Navy he went to work for North Central Airlines, Republic Airlines and Northwest Airlines.  Being a pilot runs through his veins.

Al Malmberg spends the hour with Frank Henkels who joined the Navy in 1951 and worked as a mechanic and crew member on the B-26. Following his service with the Navy he went to work for North Central Airlines, Republic Airlines and Northwest Airlines.  Being a pilot runs through his veins.

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04/09/23 Frank Henkels

In this episode of The World of Aviation, host Al Malmberg welcomes aviation columnist and blogger Yasmina Soria for a fascinating conversation about her unique opportunity to experience weightlessness aboard NASA's iconic KC-135 aircraft. Yasmina shares what it was like to fly on the aircraft, the sensations of zero gravity, and the unforgettable experience of floating in a microgravity environment.

The discussion also explores how someone without a background as an astronaut or military pilot can participate in specialized NASA flight opportunities. Yasmina explains the path that led to her flight, offering insight into the programs and partnerships that make these experiences possible. Join Al for an engaging look at aviation, spaceflight, and one writer's remarkable journey into weightlessness.

In this episode of The World of Aviation, host Al Malmberg welcomes aviation columnist and blogger Yasmina Soria for a fascinating conversation about her unique opportunity to experience weightlessness aboard NASA's iconic KC-135 aircraft. Yasmina shares what it was like to fly on the aircraft, the sensations of zero gravity, and the unforgettable experience of floating in a microgravity environment.
The discussion also explores how someone without a background as an astronaut or military pilot can participate in specialized NASA flight opportunities. Yasmina explains the path that led to her flight, offering insight into the programs and partnerships that make these experiences possible. Join Al for an engaging look at aviation, spaceflight, and one writer's remarkable journey into weightlessness.

08-02-26 Experiencing Weightlessness: Aboard NASA's KC-135

Sunday morning (7-26-26) on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg will visit with retired United
Airlines Captain Guy Freeman.  Guy has flown just about everything from Cessna 150's to  F-4's, 747's, 767's and the Triple 7's.  Since his airline retirement, he's enjoying his RV-8 and Cessna 
172.  Oh!  He's also been the recipient of the Wrlght Brothers Master Pilot Award.  Join Guy and
Al, Sunday morning at 10:05 (ct) for The World of Aviation on AM-1280-The patriot.
If you're outside the Twin Cities you can stream the program via www.am1280thepatriot.com
If you can't listen to the "live radio broadcast" you can always listen to the podcast at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

Sunday morning (7-26-26) on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg will visit with retired United Airlines Captain Guy Freeman. &nbsp;Guy has flown just about everything from Cessna 150's to &nbsp;F-4's, 747's, 767's and the Triple 7's. &nbsp;Since his airline retirement, he's enjoying his RV-8 and Cessna&nbsp; 172. &nbsp;Oh! &nbsp;He's also been the recipient of the Wrlght Brothers Master Pilot Award. &nbsp;Join Guy and Al, Sunday morning at 10:05 (ct) for The World of Aviation on AM-1280-The patriot. If you're outside the Twin Cities you can stream the program via www.am1280thepatriot.com If you can't listen to the "live radio broadcast" you can always listen to the podcast at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

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