Topic: Auto Gyro

NPR reports that Palestinian militants utilized paragliders and sea routes to infiltrate Israeli military camps and communities near the Gaza border. The discussion shifts to the technical feasibility of these "power parachutes" and a comparison to ultra-lightweight aircraft and auto gyros commonly seen in the Texas Hill Country and Northern California. Skepticism is expressed regarding the media's focus on paraglider footage, which some suggest looks overproduced.

The hosts discuss the security breach involving Doug Hughes, who landed a gyrocopter on the West Lawn of the US Capitol to deliver letters to Congress. Curry explains the technical difference between a helicopter and an auto gyro, emphasizing the safety of autorotation. They critique MSNBC's coverage of the event, noting that Hughes had alerted the Secret Service and the media well in advance of his flight.