AviatorCast Episode 105: John Chmiel: Flight Instructor | Airport Manager | Orange Roughy Stearman
Today’s Flight Plan
It’s not every day you run across someone that oozes aviation passion. John Chmiel is one of those guys. From the second you step foot into his FBO in Wausau, Wisconsin you’ll feel right at home, and ready to commit some aviation.
John joins us to discuss his unique journey in aviation, how to get kids into aviation, flying an old airplane like his Stearman “Orange Roughy”, thoughts on tech in training, and much more.
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John Chmiel
A huge thanks to John for joining us on the episode. Really, you need to go fly with him!
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