Stuck Mic AvCast

What happens when Porsches, airplanes, aviation enthusiasts, young aviators, and community organizations all come together in one hangar?

In this episode of the Stuck Mic AvCast, we visit the Porsche & Planes Morning Social, presented by Jeremy & Kilo Aviation at Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL). The event brought together premium automobiles, aircraft, pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and members of the local community for a morning centered around a shared passion for cars and flying.

We also sit down for several conversations highlighting different sides of the aviation community.

Featured Interviews

Fly With Jeremy

We talk with Jeremy about the idea behind Porsche & Planes, why he created an event combining automobiles and aviation, and how gatherings like this can introduce more people to general aviation. We also discuss building community around the airport and Jeremy’s passion for sharing aviation with others.

Young Aviator Wyatt

One of the highlights of the event is meeting Wyatt, a young aviation enthusiast with big aviation dreams. We talk about what sparked his interest in airplanes, what he hopes to accomplish in aviation, and why exposing young people to aircraft, pilots, and airports can have such an impact on their future.

American Red Cross

We speak with representatives from the American Red Cross about its mission, its role in the community, and opportunities for aviation professionals and volunteers to use their skills to help others.

About Porsche & Planes

The Porsche & Planes Morning Social was held Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Xavier Hangar & Ramp at Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL).

The morning included Porsche displays, premium aircraft, aviation and automotive conversations, networking, cockpit and aircraft viewing, coffee and donuts, giveaways, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow enthusiasts.

Cars. Aviation. Community.

Question for Our Listeners

What aviation event, pilot, or experience first inspired you to become involved in aviation?

Share your story in the comments.

And if you know someone like Wyatt who dreams of flying, invite them to an airport, introduce them to a pilot, or take them flying. You might change the direction of their life.

Sponsor:

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/ Coaching, Courses, and Scholarships.

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

http://flysnf.org/  2027 – April 6-11

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Today we have a special guest Jan Cress Dondi author of The Navigator’s Letter The Navigator’s Letter, a USA Today bestseller and WWII narrative nonfiction, follows the Ploesti campaign through the experiences of two B-24 navigators, John B. and Bob—Jan’s uncle and father—friends from the same small Illinois town whose lives unfolded in strikingly parallel ways.

Sponsor:

https://pilotcounsel.com/

Talking Points:

The discovery of 500-600 wartime letters

• Why Ploesti matters

• Operation Tidal Wave—audacious as planned; obstacles in execution

• The two navigators’ parallel journeys, their voices throughout the book

• Research and personal connection

• Operation Reunion—overlooked humanitarian mission, forgotten history

Links:

The Navigator’s Letter: The True Story of Two WWII Airmen, a Doomed Mission, and the Woman Who Bound Them Together

Find The Book On Amazon:

https://amzn.to/4pNOHvi

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/ Coaching, Courses, and Scholarships.

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

https://FlySnf.org 2027 – April 6-11

Website: https://jancressdondi.com/

IG: @b24navigators

FB: The Navigator’s Letter

LinkedIn: Jan Cress Dondi

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Today, we have a special guest, Peter Buffington, an airline pilot and amazing aviation-themed musician. His high-energy and visually exciting channel can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@SpeedBrakeArmed

Preflight:

Sponsor:

https://pilotcounsel.com/

Cruise Flight:

Talking Points:

Peter’s aviation journey and what inspired him to fly.

He was able to meld his passion for aviation with a passion for music.

What is SpeedBrake Armed?

Why he feels SpeedBrake armed resonates with those who love to fly.

Where can we find Peter online?

What is next?

After Landing Checklist:

Pick Of The Week:

No pick of the week if an interview.

Links:

https://www.youtube.com/@SpeedBrakeArmed

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

https://FlySnf.org 2027 – April 6-11

SpeeBrake Armed Airshows:

Oshkosh 2026 – July 20 – 26 (Night Airshow Music Wed & Sat.)

Northern Alabama Airvest 2026 Sept 11 (VIP) 12 – 13 (Public) Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) in Tanner, Alabama

National Light Sport Aircraft and Ultralight Fly-in 2026, Oct 1 – 3. Hodges Field Ultralight Fly-In in Andersonville, GA

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Today, we have a special guest, Matt Ryan. Matt is AVweb’s lead editor. His eyes have been turned to the sky for as long as he can remember. Now a fixed-wing pilot, instructor, and aviation writer, Matt also teaches in

a college aviation program in the Dallas area. Today, we discuss Matt’s lifelong love for aviation and how a spark at a young age lit the flame that is seen by aviation enthusiasts throughout the world.

Sponsor:

https://pilotcounsel.com/

Links

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/

Coaching, Courses, and Scholarships.

https://avweb.com/

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

https://FlySnf.org 2027 – April 6-11

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Did you know the International Committee of the Red Cross runs one of the

most complex humanitarian flight operations in the world? Today we have a

special guest ICRC’s Head of Air Ops Laurent Camisa to describe the life

saving and humanitarian efforts of the ICRC and specifically their flight

operations.

Preflight:

Sponsor:

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/

Coaching, Courses, and Scholarships.

Cruise Flight:

Talking Points:

What is the ICRC: https://blogs.icrc.org/intercross/

The aviation mission of the ICRC.

What type and how many aircraft do you have?

Who flies the aircraft?

Describe a “typical” mission.

Why the mission is critical and how we can help.

After Landing Checklist:

Links:

ICRC Aviation YouTube

https://blogs.icrc.org/intercross/2026/04/16/cleared-for-takeoff-how-the-international-red-cross-navigates-the-world-s-most-dangerous-skies/

https://x.com/ICRC

https://x.com/ICRC_dc

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