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Sunday morning (8-16-26) on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg gets together with Aletha Lenz.  
Aletha is about as enthusiastic as an aviator can be!  Not only is she a pilot, she sells airplanes
and is an aviation columnist.  In a recent Midwest Flyer article, titled "Two firsts:  The unforgettable feeling of Soloing."  Aletha describes soloing twice.  Twice?  She'll explain Sunday morning at 10:05 (CT) on AM-1280-The Patriot.
If you're outside the Twin Cities, you can stream the program via www.am1280thepatriotcom
If you're unable to listen to the "live radio broadcast" the ensuing podcast will be available at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

Sunday morning (8-16-26) on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg gets together with Aletha Lenz. &nbsp; Aletha is about as enthusiastic as an aviator can be! &nbsp;Not only is she a pilot, she sells airplanes and is an aviation columnist. &nbsp;In a recent Midwest Flyer article, titled "Two firsts: &nbsp;The unforgettable feeling of Soloing." &nbsp;Aletha describes soloing twice. &nbsp;Twice? &nbsp;She'll explain Sunday morning at 10:05 (CT) on AM-1280-The Patriot. If you're outside the Twin Cities, you can stream the program via www.am1280thepatriotcom If you're unable to listen to the "live radio broadcast" the ensuing podcast will be available at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

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 08-15-26 Two Firsts: The Unforgettable Feeling of Soloing with Aletha Lenz

In this episode of The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg welcomes back Terry Baker, Chairman and CEO of the American Aviation Heritage Foundation, to discuss the progress of their latest restoration project—a 1941 PT-19 aircraft. Terry shares the history behind this historic trainer aircraft and provides an update on the work being done to preserve it for future generations.

Al and Terry also turn their attention to the remarkable women who have helped shape the history of aviation. From pioneering pilots to women who broke barriers in the industry, they explore some of the stories and accomplishments that continue to inspire today's aviation community.

In this episode of The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg welcomes back Terry Baker, Chairman and CEO of the American Aviation Heritage Foundation, to discuss the progress of their latest restoration project&mdash;a 1941 PT-19 aircraft. Terry shares the history behind this historic trainer aircraft and provides an update on the work being done to preserve it for future generations.
Al and Terry also turn their attention to the remarkable women who have helped shape the history of aviation. From pioneering pilots to women who broke barriers in the industry, they explore some of the stories and accomplishments that continue to inspire today's aviation community.

08-09-26 The PT-19 Project and the Women Who Shaped Aviation

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

08-15-26 Two Firsts: The Unforgettable Feeling of Soloing with Aletha Lenz

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