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Welcome to your new weekly podcast from Plane + Pilot. Join host and Editor in Chief, Cayla McLeod as she shares relatable, engaging, and "fresh off the press" general aviation conversations from her work week and beyond.

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Join host Cayla McLeod for the latest episode of the Plane + Pilot podcast featuring longtime pilot, Master CFI, and FAAST Team representative Ken Wittekiend. From learning to fly in a 65-horsepower J-3 Cub to administering nearly 2,500 check rides a... more

Welcome to the latest episode of the Plane + Pilot podcast! This week, Cayla McLeod comes to you straight from the ramp at the Valdez Pioneer Field (KVDZ) in Valdez, Alaska.

McLeod sits down with veteran Alaskan bush pilot Denny Serie to discuss the... more

Join host Cayla McLeod for a chilly episode of the Plane + Pilot podcast, recorded right on flight line in Valdez, Alaska! In this episode, Cayla sits down with general aviation enthusiast, accomplished business leader, and author Darren Pleasance.

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In the latest episode of the Plane + Pilot podcast, Cayla sits down with Aviat Aircraft Vice President of Brand, Matt Hofeldt, for a candid conversation recorded during Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo. Together, they discuss all things Aviat, the iconic Hu... more

Welcome back to the Plane & Pilot Podcast! In this episode, Cayla sits down with Dr. Jon Miller, an Idaho-based backcountry pilot and emergency medicine physician, to bridge the critical gap between general aviation and survival medicine.

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In this episode of the Plane + Pilot podcast, host Cayla McLeod sits down with country music star and lifelong aviator Aaron Tippin. While many fans know him for his chart-topping hits, aviation has always been at the core of his story. From his earl... more

In this special episode of the Plane + Pilot podcast, host Cayla McLeod sits down with her boss, Ryan Ewing, who leads the entire aviation division at Firecrown. Ryan shares his lifelong passion for the industry and pulls back the curtain on what it ... more

Welcome back to the Plane + Pilot podcast. This week we’re sitting down with Danny Goggans, the official flight instructor and test pilot for American Legend Aircraft out of Sulphur Springs, Texas. Danny walks us through his 46-year aviation journey—... more

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Shelly deZevallos
A third-generation pilot, aviation advocate, and congress candidate from Texas.
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Episode: Flying, Policy, and Public Service with Shelly deZevallos

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Cayla McLeod
Host and Editor in Chief, Plane + Pilot; associated with content creation and editorial leadership

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Flying, Policy, and Public Service with Shelly deZevallos
Q: What does it mean to you particularly to be a pilot and to be representing the Lone Star State on such a big political stage?
It's truly humbling and an honor, representing a lot of different people, and standing up for aviation safety and economic viability.
Flying, Policy, and Public Service with Shelly deZevallos
Q: So I'm specifically interested in your time at AOPA. I'd love to hear about what you were doing with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
I was following and tracking legislation and policy initiatives affecting airports and aviators in multiple states.
Flying, Policy, and Public Service with Shelly deZevallos
Q: So Shelly, I know that you guys are based out of the West Houston Airport. Can you kind of just walk us through the West Houston Airport and what it's like down there?
West Houston Airport is a privately owned public use airport, one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country with a 4,000 foot runway and over 350 based airplanes.
Backbone of the Backcountry with Heart X Outfitters
Q: How can pilots help be good stewards of a place like Lower Loon Creek?
Be mindful that it is public land, pick up after yourself.
Backbone of the Backcountry with Heart X Outfitters
Q: What tips can you give to people on etiquette for Lower Loon?
Wheel chocks really get under my skin when everybody lines up in the keyhole and chocks their wheels. It's unnecessary.

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This show spotlights practical, real-world aviation—from backcountry flying and aircraft brokerage to policy, airspace regulation, and niche flying communities. Episodes thread together personal journeys of pilots, small-airport operations, and enthusiasts who emphasize safety, hands-on flying skills, and a culture of mentorship. Listeners can expect stories about choosing aircraft, transitioning between aircraft types, and the unique challenges and thrills of backcountry and STOL flying, all with a strong emphasis on community and hands-on expertise. A standout throughline is how policy, education, and safety intersect with everyday aviation practice, making it engaging for both professional aviators and passionate hobbyists who want actio... more

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