Al Malmberg welcomes back Lt. Col. Tom Fitzhenry of the Minnesota Wing of the Civil Air Patrol.  On December first the CAP celebrated their 84th anniversary.  It was established just weeks before the attack on Pearl Harbor to  mobilize civilian pilots for national defense, evolving into an official U.S. Air Force Auxiliary.  Today, the CAP does so much more. Tom and Al  delve into all they do in serving their local communities.

Al Malmberg welcomes back Lt. Col. Tom Fitzhenry of the Minnesota Wing of the Civil Air Patrol. &nbsp;On December first the CAP celebrated their 84th anniversary. &nbsp;It was established just weeks before the attack on Pearl Harbor to &nbsp;mobilize civilian pilots for national defense, evolving into an official U.S. Air Force Auxiliary. &nbsp;Today, the CAP does so much more. Tom and Al &nbsp;delve into all they do in serving their local communities.

12-21-25 Lt. Col. Tom Fitzhenry

You're flying along on a beautiful October day when suddenly you have a catastrophic engine failure.  Your training kicks in, you pick out a place to land and you make a perfect emergency landing on a Minnesota state highway.  Phew!  That was scary!  Little do you know your troubles are only beginning.  You've landed on the Red Lake Indian Reservation.  You didn't know you couldn't do that, even in an emergency.  Well, that's what happened to Darrin Smedsmo, our guest on The World of Aviation on Sunday morning.  They seized and impounded his plane.  What!?  To hear more, join Darrin and Al Malmberg at 10:05 on Am-1280-The Patriot.
If you're outside the Twin Cities you can catch the show at www.am1280thepatriot.com
If you can't listen to the broadcast you can hear the podcast at anytime via www.thunderbirdaviation.com 

You're flying along on a beautiful October day when suddenly you have a catastrophic engine failure. &nbsp;Your training kicks in, you pick out a place to land and you make a perfect emergency landing on a Minnesota state highway. &nbsp;Phew! &nbsp;That was scary! &nbsp;Little do you know your troubles are only beginning. &nbsp;You've landed on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. &nbsp;You didn't know you couldn't do that, even in an emergency. &nbsp;Well, that's what happened to Darrin Smedsmo, our guest on The World of Aviation on Sunday morning. &nbsp;They seized and impounded his plane. &nbsp;What!? &nbsp;To hear more, join Darrin and Al Malmberg at 10:05 on Am-1280-The Patriot. If you're outside the Twin Cities you can catch the show at www.am1280thepatriot.com If you can't listen to the broadcast you can hear the podcast at anytime via www.thunderbirdaviation.com&nbsp;

“Emergency Landing Gone Wrong: A Minnesota Highway to Red Lake Trouble” W Guest Darrin Smedsmo

This week on World of Aviation, Al Malmberg commemorates the 84th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, which occurred on December 7, 1941. To help mark the occasion, he welcomes back Karl Zingheim, the official historian of the USS Midway. Together they explore why the United States was caught so flat-footed that morning, despite clear signs that Japan was preparing for an attack. They examine the decisions that led to the battleships being grouped together in the harbor and discuss whether there were answers—or missed opportunities—that might have changed history. Join us for a compelling and thoughtful look back at one of aviation’s most pivotal moments.

This week on World of Aviation, Al Malmberg commemorates the 84th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, which occurred on December 7, 1941. To help mark the occasion, he welcomes back Karl Zingheim, the official historian of the USS Midway. Together they explore why the United States was caught so flat-footed that morning, despite clear signs that Japan was preparing for an attack. They examine the decisions that led to the battleships being grouped together in the harbor and discuss whether there were answers&mdash;or missed opportunities&mdash;that might have changed history. Join us for a compelling and thoughtful look back at one of aviation&rsquo;s most pivotal moments.

12-7-25 With guest Karl Zingheim

This week on World of Aviation, Al welcomes special guest Brianna Fiandt for an engaging conversation filled with real-world aviation stories, industry insights, and professional best practices. Brianna shares her experiences from the cockpit to the hangar, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and rewards of life in aviation. Whether you're a seasoned pilot, an aspiring aviator, or simply fascinated by flight, this episode delivers inspiration and practical wisdom from one of the field’s passionate voices.

Tune in as World of Aviation continues to explore the people, stories, and innovations that keep our skies moving.

This week on World of Aviation, Al welcomes special guest Brianna Fiandt for an engaging conversation filled with real-world aviation stories, industry insights, and professional best practices. Brianna shares her experiences from the cockpit to the hangar, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and rewards of life in aviation. Whether you're a seasoned pilot, an aspiring aviator, or simply fascinated by flight, this episode delivers inspiration and practical wisdom from one of the field&rsquo;s passionate voices.
Tune in as World of Aviation continues to explore the people, stories, and innovations that keep our skies moving.

With Guest Brianna Fiandt

In this week’s episode of World of Aviation, Al takes listeners on a meaningful journey through the history of Tree of Hope, reflecting on its mission and sharing practical ways listeners can get involved and support the work being done. Deb follows with powerful, heartfelt stories of individuals whose lives have been deeply touched by Tree of Hope, highlighting the real-world impact of compassion in action.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that blends aviation, service, and hope—reminding us of the difference we can make when we choose to give.

In this week&rsquo;s episode of World of Aviation, Al takes listeners on a meaningful journey through the history of Tree of Hope, reflecting on its mission and sharing practical ways listeners can get involved and support the work being done. Deb follows with powerful, heartfelt stories of individuals whose lives have been deeply touched by Tree of Hope, highlighting the real-world impact of compassion in action.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation that blends aviation, service, and hope&mdash;reminding us of the difference we can make when we choose to give.

11-23-25 W Guest Deb Klier

On this episode of The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg spoke with Cyndi Rojohn and David Rojohn,, authors of the book The Piggyback Flight Pilot''s JOURNEY,. the harrowing story of their father lt. Glen Rojohn and how their B-17 bomber pancaked with another B-17 bomber.  Truly a story Hollywood, in their wildest dreams, could never come up with!

On this episode of The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg spoke with Cyndi Rojohn and David Rojohn,, authors of the book The Piggyback Flight Pilot''s JOURNEY,. the harrowing story of their father lt. Glen Rojohn and how their B-17 bomber pancaked with another B-17 bomber. &nbsp;Truly a story Hollywood, in their wildest dreams, could never come up with!

11-16-25 W Guests Siblings Cyndi and David Rojohn

Al Malmberg spends the hour with Stephanie Stout. She is a CFI-I&II, She's also the President of her local EAA chapter and is the author of the book, "Hey! I'm a pilot!" In her spare time she's a criminal defense lawyer and a legal mediator.

Al Malmberg spends the hour with Stephanie Stout. She is a CFI-I&amp;II, She's also the President of her local EAA chapter and is the author of the book, "Hey! I'm a pilot!" In her spare time she's a criminal defense lawyer and a legal mediator.

11-09-25 Guest Stephanie Stout

In this episode of World of Aviation on AM1280, we honor the incredible story of Colonel Joe Peterburs, a distinguished World War II fighter pilot who flew 49 combat missions over Europe. Col. Peterburs recounts his experiences in the skies during one of history’s most pivotal eras—from intense aerial battles to the courage, sacrifice, and camaraderie that defined the Greatest Generation. Join us for a firsthand look at aviation history through the eyes of a true American hero whose service continues to inspire aviators and patriots alike

In this episode of World of Aviation on AM1280, we honor the incredible story of Colonel Joe Peterburs, a distinguished World War II fighter pilot who flew 49 combat missions over Europe. Col. Peterburs recounts his experiences in the skies during one of history&rsquo;s most pivotal eras&mdash;from intense aerial battles to the courage, sacrifice, and camaraderie that defined the Greatest Generation. Join us for a firsthand look at aviation history through the eyes of a true American hero whose service continues to inspire aviators and patriots alike

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