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Backcountry Aviation Radio

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Backcountry Aviation
Backcountry Flying
Alaska
Idaho
Ozarks
Recreational Aviation Foundation
Freedom Fox
Texas Outdoor Ventures
Oshkosh
National STOL
Arkansas
Brett Baker
Youtube
Super Patriot Mkii
Oklahoma
Patriot Aircraft
General Aviation
Cessna 170B
Air Force Thunderbird
Sun and Fun

"There I was..." The best beginning to every aviation story. These stories occur "off-airport"...

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Latest Episodes

Season 4 closes out with a returning guest...Brett Baker of Cleared to Adventure was one of the very first people on this show, back in episodes 4 and 5, and this time we caught up in person on a gravel bar in Alaska. We flew in on the HawkWagon, cau... more

Shane Madson runs Mad Custom Cubs out of Westlock, Alberta — and he builds airplanes the way he used to build Harleys, one weld and one custom touch at a time. Before he ever picked up an aircraft-grade torch, he spent years on Alberta drilling rigs ... more

Jeff Smith and Matt Axley join the show to talk about Fly Rocky Top — a brand-new backcountry airstrip network in East Tennessee, and the flagship project of the Recreational Aviation Foundation's "Expanding the Map" initiative, announced at Oshkosh ... more

Josh Richling has one of the best seats in competition STOL flying - he's the crew chief behind Steve Henry's Wild West Aircraft Highlander XL builds, the machine that's put up some of the shortest takeoff numbers in the sport. He's also the guy runn... more

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Recent Guests

Jackie Burch
Programs and Events Manager at CubCrafters
CubCrafters
Episode: Jackie Burch flew her Taylorcraft to Alaska & the CubCrafters NX Cub to Oshkosh
Ryan Dembroski
National STOL competitor, co-host
National STOL
Episode: National STOL & eSTOL 2026 Events with Cam Walton & Ryan Dembroski
Cam Walton
Co-host, National STOL participant
National STOL
Episode: National STOL & eSTOL 2026 Events with Cam Walton & Ryan Dembroski
Lukasz Czepiela
Polish commercial and aerobatics pilot, Red Bull athlete
Red Bull, CubCrafters
Episode: Lukasz Czepiela lands the Red Bull Carbon Cub ANYWHERE
Tanmoy Ganguly
Michigan-based pilot, state liaison for Michigan from the RAF
Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF)
Episode: Tanmoy Ganguly feeds Michigan RAF Volunteers at North Fox Island
Dave Wyckoff
Kansas-based pilot and YouTuber sharing aviation adventures.
Backcountry Aviation
Episode: Dave Wyckoff talks Kansas Backcountry and Arkansas Adventures
Rusty Coonfield
Professional ATP-rated pilot, co-founder of ArkanSTOL, committed to promoting backcountry aviation
ArkanSTOL
Episode: Rusty Coonfield, ArkanSTOL origins, and how to tackle the Fly Oz network
Tres Clinton
Professional pilot and owner of C3 Air, specializing in backcountry and proficiency flight training
C3 Air
Episode: Tres Clinton of C3 AIR talks Texas Backcountry Flying
Anitra Goddard
Fan van ambassador and aviation engagement liaison for Sun'n Fun
Sun'n Fun
Episode: Anitra Goddard is the STOL Queen + Sun'n Fun Bushwheel Basecamp PRO TIPS

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • soo good!!

    this was such a fun thing to listen to!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The best niece ever
    United States9 months ago
  • Great podcast!!

    Always enjoy listening to this podcast. Keep the interviews coming, looking forward to the next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chaos Cub
    United States10 months ago
  • Yee Haww

    Enjoyed listening to the podcast with Levi.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JY757
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great episodes!

    BAR is posting great episodes with very interesting back country focused themes! Well worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gsp188
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice!

    Thanks for the awesome podcast! Great content on a subject not covered by any other Aviation Podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mhcrowder
    United Statesa year ago

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Praise focuses on approachable, entertaining coverage of a specialized aviation niche.
Listeners praise the show's authentic, adventure-forward storytelling and real-world backcountry insights.
Fans highlight engaging guests who illuminate practical aspects of off-airport flying.

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Tanmoy Ganguly feeds Michigan RAF Volunteers at North Fox Island
Q: How does North Fox Island fit into Michigan's backcountry strategy?
North Fox Island serves as a social and logistical hub where pilots meet, camp on or near the runway, cook kebabs, and plan trips to other backcountry airstrips; it's central to creating a cohesive backcountry network.
Jackie Burch flew her Taylorcraft to Alaska & the CubCrafters NX Cub to Oshkosh
Q: What first inspired Jackie to pursue backcountry flying and Cubcrafters involvement?
Her emerging fascination with tailwheel airplanes and the community around Cubcrafters, plus opportunities that arose through social media and collaborative projects, gradually led her into backcountry flying and eventually to working with Cubcrafters.
Lukasz Czepiela lands the Red Bull Carbon Cub ANYWHERE
Q: How did Lukasz first become involved with Red Bull and the RACE program?
He pursued aerobatic flight opportunities for years, built relationships with Red Bull RACE staff, and finally met Sergio who outlined the steps to qualify, leading to a contract after achieving competitive milestones and becoming a world champion in Challenger class.
Rusty Coonfield, ArkanSTOL origins, and how to tackle the Fly Oz network
Q: Wouldn't it be cool if we like timed him and see, you know, see how long it could, you know, he could go from one end to the other, you know, and do all these strips?
Eventually, this idea evolved into the ArkanSTOL competition, which showcased individual pilot skills within the backcountry flying realm.
Rusty Coonfield, ArkanSTOL origins, and how to tackle the Fly Oz network
Q: So when I learned to fly almost 30 years ago, was always going out to the lake and hanging out. That was, you know, that's where adventure was, you know, cliff jumping and free diving and boating.
Arkansas offers a multitude of lakes and rivers that are perfect for flying and seaplane adventures, making it an exciting area for pilots or adventurers.

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What is Backcountry Aviation Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on off-airport aviation stories, with a strong emphasis on backcountry and STOL flying. Listeners glimpse the realities of landing on remote strips, venturing into rugged terrain, and building communities around shared passion for bush flying. Episodes frequently highlight training, landowner relationships, safety, and the camaraderie among pilots, teachers, and event organizers who keep backcountry airstrips accessible and vibrant. A standout thread is the diverse mix of guests—from seasoned backcountry pilots to magazine editors and advocacy leaders—each sharing practical insights, memorable adventures, and the culture that surrounds this niche world.

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1. Jackie Burch
2. Ryan Dembroski
3. Cam Walton
4. Lukasz Czepiela
5. Tanmoy Ganguly
6. Dave Wyckoff
7. Rusty Coonfield
8. Tres Clinton

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