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“Nabbed!” Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #43

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “Nabbed!“ Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #43, here or on your favorite podcast directory.

Perils of a Dream Pilot Job!

“When the police first came up I asked ’em 2-3 times, โ€˜youโ€™re joking, right?โ€™ But about the time they put me in handcuffs and locked me in the police carโ€ฆ well, I donโ€™t know the law, but I donโ€™t think theyโ€™re allowed to joke with handcuffs!”

Climb into my Flying Carpet, buckle up your seatbelt, and prepare to take off on Flying Carpet Podcast Flight #43, “Nabbed!”

Greg

Find all of Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast episodes here!

Podcast music by Hannis Brown.

Read John King’s Flying magazine article, mentioned in the podcast:ย โ€œSky Kings: Innocent Pilots Face Down Guns, Handcuffsโ€ย 

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Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

“In Search of Lost Time,” Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #42

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “In Search of Lost Time,“ Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #42, here or on your favorite podcast directory.

Experience the Magic of Being a Pilot!

Where the heck is my watch? I wondered, upon checking my wrist for the current time. Jean and I were dining with aviation author and humorist Rod Machado, his wife Diane, and friends at a Palm Springs, California fly-in.

“So Greg,โ€ said Rod, continuing a conversation in progress, โ€œHow was your flight from Phoenix yesterday…?”

What’s this all about? Join us in experiencing, “The Magic of Being a Pilot!”

Climb into my Flying Carpet, buckle up your seatbelt, and prepare to take off on Flying Carpet Podcast Flight #42, “In Search of Lost Time!”

Greg

Find all of Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast episodes here!

Podcast music by Hannis Brown.

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If you enjoyed this story, you’ll love Greg’s book, Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane. Autographed copies available!

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Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

“Best Landing Anyone Ever Made,” Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #41

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “Best Landing Anyone Ever Made,“ Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #41, here or on your favorite podcast directory.

My family and I recently had occasion to remember my dad on what would’ve been his 100th birthday. He was a cool guy with an impressive aviation background who lived some memorable flying adventures, so I decided to honor his memory through this episode.

So climb into my Flying Carpet, buckle up your seatbelt, and prepare to take off on Flying Carpet Podcast Flight #41, “Best Landing Anyone Ever Made.”

Greg

Find all of Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast episodes here!

Podcast music by Hannis Brown.

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Podcast episode questions or suggestions? Join Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast Facebook Group!

If you enjoyed this story, you’ll love Greg’s book, Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane. Autographed copies available!

Please support Gregโ€™sย Flying Carpetย Podcast, Blog, &ย Student Pilot Pep Talkย Facebook Group!

Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

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“Lessons & Landmarks,” Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #40

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “Lessons & Landmarks, “ Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #40, here or on your favorite podcast directory.

Cross Country Odyssey During the ATC Strike

During the recent longest-ever US government shutdown, airline traffic was restricted at 14 major airports around the country. But you may not know that those same airports closed entirely to General Aviation (“GA”) traffic, meaning non-airline private, and business aircraft. That aborted a plan to pick up friends at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

The experience reminded me of how fortunate we GA pilots are to fly generally open skies. It also reminded me of two previous occasions when our piloting privileges were limited or taken away. Some pilot listeners will remember the pain following the 9/11 terrorist attacks when all general aviation traffic was grounded.

Well, an earlier historical event had a longer lasting effect on general aviation impacting my personal first ever West Coast piloting journey — that’s what this episode is about. Oh, and what a landing at the “Airport in the Sky!”

Greg

Episode Photo by Chris Dejongh

Find all of Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast episodes here!

Podcast music by Hannis Brown.

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Photos by Chris Dejongh, Barry Knuttila, and Diane Myers

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Subscribe here to follow Greg’s latest posts, photos, and podcasts!

Podcast episode questions or suggestions? Join Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast Facebook Group!

If you enjoyed this story, you’ll love Greg’s book, Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane. Autographed copies available!

Please support Gregโ€™sย Flying Carpetย Podcast, Blog, &ย Student Pilot Pep Talkย Facebook Group!

Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

Greg’s Aviation Books, Fine Art Aerial Photo Prints, and Pilot Achievement Plaques!

Greg’s Aviation Books
Greg’s “Views from the Flying Carpet” Aerial Fine Art Prints
Greg’s Pilot Achievement Plaques

“Best ‘1st Flying Lesson’ Ever!” Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #39

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “Best ‘1st Flying Lesson’ Ever!” Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast #39, here or on your favorite podcast directory.

Any pilot will tell you that learning to fly an airplane is a challenging endeavor. So when you fly with someone who demonstrates a natural knack for it, that’s a special occasion.

Well, I recently experienced the best “1st flying lesson” I have encountered in thousands of hours as a flight instructor. Here is the inspiring story.

Greg

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Find all of Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast episodes here!

Podcast music by Hannis Brown.

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Subscribe here to follow Greg’s latest posts, photos, and podcasts!

Podcast episode questions or suggestions? Join Greg Brown’s Flying Carpet Podcast Facebook Group!

If you enjoyed this story, you’ll love Greg’s book, Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane. Autographed copies available!

Please support Gregโ€™sย Flying Carpetย Podcast, Blog, &ย Student Pilot Pep Talkย Facebook Group!

Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

Greg’s Aviation Books, Fine Art Aerial Photo Prints, and Pilot Achievement Plaques!

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Greg’s Pilot Achievement Plaques

Grand Canyon by “Flying Carpet”

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Hey, Fellow Pilots: Can you believe we get to do this??!!

Relive ‘Grand Canyon by โ€œFlying Carpetโ€’

“Ghost of Christmas Flights Past,” your Audio Holiday Card from Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “Ghost of Christmas Flights Past”

It’s been a mighty tough year, between pandemic, politics, and world problems, so from our family to yours, we hope this little audio card from the Flying Carpet might brighten your holiday season, whatever your heritage or faith. May the coming year mark happier times for all of us!

Greg & Jean

Music by Hannis Brown.

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About Greg

A former National Flight Instructor of the Year, Greg is author of five books, a former Barnes & Noble Arizona Author of the Month, and recently completed twenty years as aviation adventure columnist for AOPA’s Flight Training magazine. Some reviewers have compared his book, “Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane,” to sixties road-trip classics like “On the Road,” and “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.”

โ€œGreg thinks with the mind of a pilot, questions with the curiosity of a philosopher, and sees with the eyes of a poet.โ€ — Rod Machado, aviation author and humorist

“You don’t have to be a pilot, or even a frequent flyer, to soar with Greg Brown in [his] Flying Carpet.” — Nina Bell Allen, former Assistant Managing Editor, Readers Digest

So buckle in and join Greg for the ride!

Please support Gregโ€™sย Flying Carpetย Podcast, Blog, &ย Student Pilot Pep Talkย Facebook Group!

Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

If you enjoyed this story, you’ll love Greg’s book, Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane. Autographed copies available!

Greg’s Aviation Books, Fine Art Aerial Photo Prints, and Pilot Achievement Plaques!

Greg’s Aviation Books
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“World War I in the Air!” Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast #16

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “World War I in the Air!” Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast Flight #16

“The engine is the heart of an airplane, but the pilot is its soul,” โธบSir Walter Raleigh, The War in the Air, 1922

Ever wonder what it was like to fly primitive airplanes into battle in World War I? Well here’s your opportunity to find out!

If you enjoy this podcast, please share with friends!

Greg

See associated photos below, all taken at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome!

Read The War in the Air Vol. 1 online.

Podcast music by Hannis Brown.

PS: Find all Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast episodes here!

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About Greg

A former National Flight Instructor of the Year, Greg is author of five books, a former Barnes & Noble Arizona Author of the Month, and recently completed twenty years as aviation adventure columnist for AOPA’s Flight Training magazine. Some reviewers have compared his book, “Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane,” to sixties road-trip classics like “On the Road,” and “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.”

โ€œGreg thinks with the mind of a pilot, questions with the curiosity of a philosopher, and sees with the eyes of a poet.โ€ — Rod Machado, aviation author and humorist

“You don’t have to be a pilot, or even a frequent flyer, to soar with Greg Brown in [his] Flying Carpet.” — Nina Bell Allen, former Assistant Managing Editor, Readers Digest

So buckle in and join Greg for the ride!

Please support Gregโ€™sย Flying Carpetย Podcast, Blog, &ย Student Pilot Pep Talkย Facebook Group!

Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

If you enjoyed this story, you’ll love Greg’s book, Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane. Autographed copies available!

Greg’s Aviation Books, Fine Art Aerial Photo Prints, and Pilot Achievement Plaques!

Greg’s Aviation Books
Greg’s “Views from the Flying Carpet” Aerial Fine Art Prints
Greg’s Pilot Achievement Plaques

“Birthday Flowers,” Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast #15

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “Birthday Flowers,” Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast Flight #15

When celebrating birthdays with zeros in them, flowers alone wonโ€™t do it. So when my wife Jean marked a new decade I sought somewhere special we could fly to celebrate.

โ€œBut it seems kinda weird celebrating a big birthday in Death Valley,โ€ she said…

If you enjoy this podcast, please share with friends!

Greg

See associated photos below!

Podcast music by Hannis Brown.

PS: Find all Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast episodes here!

Subscribe here to be notified of Greg’s latest posts and podcasts!

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About Greg

A former National Flight Instructor of the Year, Greg is author of five books, a former Barnes & Noble Arizona Author of the Month, and recently completed twenty years as aviation adventure columnist for AOPA’s Flight Training magazine. Some reviewers have compared his book, “Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane,” to sixties road-trip classics like “On the Road,” and “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.”

โ€œGreg thinks with the mind of a pilot, questions with the curiosity of a philosopher, and sees with the eyes of a poet.โ€ — Rod Machado, aviation author and humorist

“You don’t have to be a pilot, or even a frequent flyer, to soar with Greg Brown in [his] Flying Carpet.” — Nina Bell Allen, former Assistant Managing Editor, Readers Digest

So buckle in and join Greg for the ride!

Please support Gregโ€™sย Flying Carpetย Podcast, Blog, &ย Student Pilot Pep Talkย Facebook Group!

Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

If you enjoyed this story, you’ll love Greg’s book, Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane. Autographed copies available!

Greg’s Aviation Books, Fine Art Aerial Photo Prints, and Pilot Achievement Plaques!

Greg’s Aviation Books
Greg’s “Views from the Flying Carpet” Aerial Fine Art Prints
Greg’s Pilot Achievement Plaques

“Realm of the Ancients,” Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast #14

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Ride along with renowned aviator, writer, and photographer Greg Brown in his light airplane, the Flying Carpet, as he searches behind clouds for the real America, experiencing countless aerial adventures along the way.

Listen to “Realm of the Ancients,” Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast Flight #14

Archaeology by Flying Carpet: Seeking Kindred Spirits in Navajoland. 

Earning your wings is more than piloting an airplane; it’s about where flying can take you!

If you enjoy this podcast, please share with friends!

Greg

See associated photos below!

Podcast music by Hannis Brown.

PS: Find all Greg’s Flying Carpet Podcast episodes here!

Subscribe here to be notified of Greg’s latest posts and podcasts!

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About Greg

A former National Flight Instructor of the Year, Greg is author of five books, a former Barnes & Noble Arizona Author of the Month, and recently completed twenty years as aviation adventure columnist for AOPA’s Flight Training magazine. Some reviewers have compared his book, “Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane,” to sixties road-trip classics like “On the Road,” and “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.”

โ€œGreg thinks with the mind of a pilot, questions with the curiosity of a philosopher, and sees with the eyes of a poet.โ€ — Rod Machado, aviation author and humorist

“You don’t have to be a pilot, or even a frequent flyer, to soar with Greg Brown in [his] Flying Carpet.” — Nina Bell Allen, former Assistant Managing Editor, Readers Digest

So buckle in and join Greg for the ride!

Please support Gregโ€™sย Flying Carpetย Podcast, Blog, &ย Student Pilot Pep Talkย Facebook Group!

Make a one-time donation, or better yet, subscribe your ongoing support. Thank you! Greg

If you enjoyed this story, you’ll love Greg’s book, Flying Carpet: The Soul of an Airplane. Autographed copies available!

Greg’s Aviation Books, Fine Art Aerial Photo Prints, and Pilot Achievement Plaques!

Greg’s Aviation Books
Greg’s “Views from the Flying Carpet” Aerial Fine Art Prints
Greg’s Pilot Achievement Plaques