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

07-26-26 Airlines Captain Guy Freeman

07-19-26 With Ray Johnson

Sunday morning (7-12-26) on The World of  Aviation, Al Malmberg will welcome back Brandon Montanye, the Chairman of the Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame.  We'll learn who next year's inductees will be into the Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame.  It's a veritable who's who of Minnesota Aviation.  Join Brandon and Al 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.am1280thepatriot.comIf you can't listen to the "live radio broadcast", the podcast will be available at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

Sunday morning (7-12-26) on The World of&nbsp; Aviation, Al Malmberg will welcome back Brandon Montanye, the Chairman of the Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame.&nbsp; We'll learn who next year's inductees will be into the Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame.&nbsp; It's a veritable who's who of Minnesota Aviation.&nbsp; Join Brandon and Al Sunday morning at 10:05 (ct) on AM-1280-the Patriot.If you're outside the Twin Cities you can stream the program via&nbsp;<a href="http://www.am1280thepatriot.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" data-ogsc="">www.am1280thepatriot.com</a>If you can't listen to the "live radio broadcast", the podcast will be available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.thunderbirdaviation.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" data-ogsc="">www.thunderbirdaviation.com</a>

07-11-26 MN Aviation Hall Of Fame Inductees With Chairman Brandon Montanye

With our nation celebrating its 250th anniversary, this Sunday mornings(7-6-26) World of Aviation will look back on an interview Al Malmberg did with Maggie Hill, Jen Gasperini and Karyn Fernandes who co-authored the book, “Minnesota’s Phoenix.”  This publication tells the story of the collapse of Braniff Airlines and how a handful of out of work employees decided to start their own airline.  This is a must hear story of the beginnings of Sun Country Airlines.  The World of Aviation can be heard each Sunday morning at 10:05 (ct) on AM-1280-The Patriot.
If you’re outside the Twin Cities you can stream the show 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

With our nation celebrating its 250th anniversary, this Sunday mornings(7-6-26) World of Aviation will look back on an interview Al Malmberg did with Maggie Hill, Jen Gasperini and Karyn Fernandes who co-authored the book, &ldquo;Minnesota&rsquo;s Phoenix.&rdquo; &nbsp;This publication tells the story of the collapse of Braniff Airlines and how a handful of out of work employees decided to start their own airline. &nbsp;This is a must hear story of the beginnings of Sun Country Airlines. &nbsp;The World of Aviation can be heard each Sunday morning at 10:05 (ct) on AM-1280-The Patriot. If you&rsquo;re outside the Twin Cities you can stream the show via www.am1280thepatriot.com If you can't listen to the &ldquo;live radio broadcast&rdquo; you can always listen to the podcast at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

07-05-26 Al Malmberg  with Maggie Hill, Jen Gasperini and Karyn Fernandes

In this episode of The World of Aviation, host Al Malmberg welcomes Dr. Rachel McClain, Executive Director of the National WASP WWII Museum, for a fascinating look at the legacy of the Women Air Service Pilots (WASP) who served with distinction during World War II. Dr. McClain shares the remarkable history of these pioneering women and the vital role they played in supporting the American war effort.

The program also features two pilots preparing to fly a vintage BT-13 and T-6 aircraft to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, where they will help preserve and share the inspiring story of the WASPs with aviation enthusiasts from around the world. Join Al for an engaging conversation celebrating aviation history, courage, and the enduring legacy of these trailblazing pilots.

In this episode of The World of Aviation, host Al Malmberg welcomes Dr. Rachel McClain, Executive Director of the National WASP WWII Museum, for a fascinating look at the legacy of the Women Air Service Pilots (WASP) who served with distinction during World War II. Dr. McClain shares the remarkable history of these pioneering women and the vital role they played in supporting the American war effort.
The program also features two pilots preparing to fly a vintage BT-13 and T-6 aircraft to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, where they will help preserve and share the inspiring story of the WASPs with aviation enthusiasts from around the world. Join Al for an engaging conversation celebrating aviation history, courage, and the enduring legacy of these trailblazing pilots.

06-28-26 Honoring the Women Air Service Pilots of World War II

Sunday morning (6-21-26) on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg welcomes back Dick Knapinski to talk about this year's AirVenture 2026.  Celebrating our country's 250-anniversary, this air show will be better than ever!  The Royal Air Force Red Arrows will make their first appearance at Oshkosh.  The Flying Bulls will be there as well, as will be Doc, one of two flying B-29's in the world.  Join Dick and Al at 10:05 (ct) to learn more about this year's biggest air show on AM-1280-The Patriot.
If you're outside the Twin Cities, you can stream the show via www.am1280thepatriot.
If you're unable to catch the "live" broadcast you can always listen to the podcast at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

Sunday morning (6-21-26) on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg welcomes back Dick Knapinski to talk about this year's AirVenture 2026. &nbsp;Celebrating our country's 250-anniversary, this air show will be better than ever! &nbsp;The Royal Air Force Red Arrows will make their first appearance at Oshkosh. &nbsp;The Flying Bulls will be there as well, as will be Doc, one of two flying B-29's in the world. &nbsp;Join Dick and Al at 10:05 (ct) to learn more about this year's biggest air show on AM-1280-The Patriot. If you're outside the Twin Cities, you can stream the show via www.am1280thepatriot. If you're unable to catch the "live" broadcast you can always listen to the podcast at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

06-21-26 AirVenture 2026

Sunday morning (6-7-26) on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg will discuss the Spring Swing Big Band Hanger Dance with Amy Lauria of  the Minnesota wing of the Commemorative Air Force.  Each year they put on this incredible evening of entertainment with swing dancing, big band music and most everyone dancing in dress from the 1940's, placed in the atmosphere with aircraft from the WWII era.  Don't know how to swing dance?  You can learn that evening!  Join Al and Amy Sunday morning at 10:05 (ct) on AM-1280-The Patriot.
If you're outside the Twin Cities, you can stream the show via www.am1280thepatriot.com
If you're unable to listen to the "live" radio broadcast, you can hear the podcast at any time at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

Sunday morning (6-7-26) on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg will discuss the Spring Swing Big Band Hanger Dance with Amy Lauria of &nbsp;the Minnesota wing of the Commemorative Air Force. &nbsp;Each year they put on this incredible evening of entertainment with swing dancing, big band music and most everyone dancing in dress from the 1940's, placed in the atmosphere with aircraft from the WWII era. &nbsp;Don't know how to swing dance? &nbsp;You can learn that evening! &nbsp;Join Al and Amy Sunday morning at 10:05 (ct) on AM-1280-The Patriot. If you're outside the Twin Cities, you can stream the show via www.am1280thepatriot.com If you're unable to listen to the "live" radio broadcast, you can hear the podcast at any time at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

With Guest Amy Lauria

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Sunday morning (5-31-26) on The World of Aviation Al Malmberg will introduce us to Clarence and Elmer Hinck when he visits with Jeff Wells from the Buffalo (MN) Historical Society. The two brothers, during WWII, bought approximately 400-acres across the river from Monticello with the purpose of training glider pilots. Over 200-men trained there and became instrumental in winning the war. Join Al and Jeff Sunday morning at 10:05 (CT) to hear this incredible part of our history 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" broadcast, the ensuing podcast will be available at www.thunderbirdaviation.com 

*Due to technical issues, we join the show in-progress just after the introduction of our guest.*
Sunday morning (5-31-26) on The World of Aviation Al Malmberg will introduce us to Clarence and Elmer Hinck when he visits with Jeff Wells from the Buffalo (MN) Historical Society. The two brothers, during WWII, bought approximately 400-acres across the river from Monticello with the purpose of training glider pilots. Over 200-men trained there and became instrumental in winning the war. Join Al and Jeff Sunday morning at 10:05 (CT) to hear this incredible part of our history on AM-1280-The Patriot.
If you're outside the Twin Cities, you can stream the program via&nbsp;<a href="https://www.am1280thepatriot.com">www.am1280thepatriot.com</a>&nbsp;
If you can't listen to the "live" broadcast, the ensuing podcast will be available at <a href="https://www.thunderbirdaviation.com">www.thunderbirdaviation.com</a>&nbsp;

With Guest Jeff Wells

This Memorial Day weekend on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg will replay an interview with Karl Zingheim, the official Historian aboard the USS Midway Museum in San Diego. The interview is from this past December 7th on the 84th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. How was the fleet caught so flat footed? Intelligence showed an attack was imminent. Was it simply a communication breakdown? Join Al and Karl this Sunday morning 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 catch the podcast at www.thunderbirdaviation.com

This Memorial Day weekend on The World of Aviation, Al Malmberg will replay an interview with Karl Zingheim, the official Historian aboard the USS Midway Museum in San Diego. The interview is from this past December 7th on the 84th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. How was the fleet caught so flat footed? Intelligence showed an attack was imminent. Was it simply a communication breakdown? Join Al and Karl this Sunday morning on AM-1280-The Patriot. If you're outside the Twin Cities, you can stream the program via <a href="https://www.am1280thepatriot.com">www.am1280thepatriot.com</a>&nbsp; If you can't listen to the "live" radio broadcast, you can catch the podcast at <a href="http://www.thunderbirdaviation.com/">www.thunderbirdaviation.com</a>

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