Fighter Pilot Podcast
319 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.7K ratingsThe Fighter Pilot Podcast explores the fascinating world of air combat: the aircraft, the weapons systems, and most importantly—the people.
Episodes typically feature guests who help explain various military aviation-themed topics, such as how ejection seats work or what it's like to fly on and off nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.
If you love the roar of a high-speed flyby or are enamored by the poise and confidence of the brave men and women who fly, fix, and fight these aircraft, then this show is for you!
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Episodes
The Royal Canadian Air Force Celebrates 100 Years
April 15, 2024 14:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBSince April 1924, the Royal Canadian Air Force has defended Canadians and all freedom-loving people not just in the skies over North America but indeed, all over the world. On this episode, Lieutenant General Eric Kenny, Commander of the RCAF, explains the military element's century of service from World War 2 through current global struggles. LGen Kenny also explains the many activities and events occurring in 2024 to celebrate and showcase the centennial of service, honoring past, present...
FPP188 - All about NFOs
April 08, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBMost people can readily explain what a pilot is and does, but what about a Radar Intercept Officer, Bombardier / Navigator, or Tactical Coordinator? On this episode, FPP friend and occasional cohost Matt "Flounder" Arny, former RIO-turned WSO, explains the world of Naval Flight Officers--what they are, how they're trained, what they do, and how far up the promotion ladder they can go. To learn more about Flounder's services in management consulting and leader development, or to book him as...
Leadership from the Cockpit to the Campaign Trail
April 01, 2024 14:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBRetired U.S. Air Force Brigadier General John "Dragon" Teichert knows leadership. As an F-15E Strike Eagle and F-22 Raptor pilot early on, Dragon went on to multiple command tours before concluding his 27-year-career as the Assistant Deputy Undersecretary of the Air Force for International Affairs. Along the way, he championed inspirational, innovative, integrity-filled leadership that culminated in a 2024 run for the U.S. Senate. Check out Dragon's book, Boom! Leadership that Breaks Barri...
FPP187 - Aviation Photojournalism in the 2020s
March 25, 2024 14:00 - 2 hours - 117 MBScott Dworkin won't take "no" for an answer. As a fighter pilot-hopeful, Scott encountered roadblocks that forced him to pivot to aviation photography and eventually aviation photojournalism, where he went on to fly in most U.S Air Force and many U.S. Navy aircraft, without ever wearing the uniform. Today, Scott is the genius behind Mach 91 Aerial Photography and the author of this generation's greatest #navalaviation book, Becoming the Rhino. Current Sponsor AirCorps Aviation - If you'r...
OFW-2: Unsinkable Aircraft Carriers
March 18, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBOn this month's episode of 'On Future War,' Scott "Roger" Chafian, Mike "Pako" Benitez, and Matt "Flounder" Arny explore the strategic and controversial world of China's man-made island bases including the historical locations, construction strategies, and strategic intent of these so-called "unsinkable carriers.” Brought to you by Authentic Media with the support of Cubic Defense. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP186 - The Perfect Wingman
March 11, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBFormer U.S. Air Force F-15E WSO Mike "Pako" Benitez describes how future fighter pilots will train alongside (and go to war with) unmanned 'collaborative combat aircraft', sometimes also known as 'loyal wingmen.' Subscribe to Pako's newsletter, 'The Merge' here. Check out 'The Merge' on YouTube here. Current Sponsor AirCorps Aviation - If you're looking for an exciting career in the field of aviations, click here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast...
D-Day and the C-47 Skytrain, 80 Years Later
March 04, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBGuest host Ken 'Primetime' Katz returns with his first foray into warbirds, exploring the venerable Douglas C-47 Skytrain (plus its many derivatives) and the role it played in the pivotal D-Day invasions of World War II with guests Eric Zipkin and Moreno 'Mo' Aguiari. Visit the DC-3 Society here. Watch Into Flight Once More on Amazon Prime here. Current Sponsor AirCorps Aviation - If you're looking for an exciting career in the field of aviations, click here. Support this podcast at — h...
FPP185 - Flying the President
February 26, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 80.3 MBRetired U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Jim "Boone" Jamison describes being a Presidential Command Pilot with HMX-1 during the Reagan and Bush 1 presidencies. Current Sponsor AirCorps Aviation - If you're looking for an exciting career in the field of aviations, click here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
OFW-1: Defending Against Power Projection
February 19, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 88.1 MB'On Future War' is a 12-part series exploring the evolving landscape of military strategy and defense technologies with a focus on the Pacific. On this inaugural episode, Mike "Pako" Benitez and Scott "Roger" Chafian set the stage by delving into the challenges posed by technologies (including cruise- and hypersonic missiles) to power projection and the sustainability of forward deployed bases in modern, peer-level conflicts. Brought to you by Authentic Media with the support of Cubic Defe...
FPP184 - Fighter Pilot Best Practices
February 12, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 96.5 MBPlanning, briefing, executing per standard operating procedures (SOPs) while using checklists, and then debriefing--these are some of the best practices military aviators routinely employ to ensure safe, effective operations whether in combat or in training. This week, former U.S. Navy and Air National Guard pilot Yarko "J.J." Sos and Navy RIO-turned-WSO Keith "Kombat" Kimmel explain these best practices and how their company, Check 6, adapts these practices to other consequential industri...
Hobo to Hero: A World War 2 Bomber Pilot's Saga
February 05, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBArt Palmer is a child of the dust bowl and self-admitted "hobo" who joined the U.S. Army Air Corps and piloted B-24 Liberators during World War 2. Art's plane was shot down on his 50th mission and he spent the remainder of the war as a German prisoner. Now, at 104-year-young, Art shares his recollections with guest host Matt "Flounder" Arny, proving why his truly was the Greatest Generation. To read the book of stories and prisoner poems compiled by Art's late wife, visit our Patreon page....
FPP183 - F-111s in Desert Storm
January 29, 2024 15:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBFormer U.S. Air Force pilot Jeff "Guinnbob" Guinn and navigator Kevin "Rim" Allen describe their participation in Operation Desert Storm flying F-111Es out of Turkey. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Fighter Pilot Math
January 22, 2024 15:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB"Do you have to be good at math to be a fighter pilot?" On this episode, the host Vincent Aiello shares a September 2020 blog addressing this question, providing examples of the common math concepts fighter pilots must be able to master. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP182 - Designing the A-10 Warthog
January 15, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBHal Sundt author of Warplane, How the Military Reformers Birthed the A-10 Warthog describes the origination story of the close air support aircraft the U.S. Air Force never wanted but pilots and ground troops came to love. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
NORAD Santa Tracker Update (Rebroadcast)
December 24, 2023 14:00 - 7 minutes - 6.52 MBEvery year we feature the hard working men and women of NORAD who tirelessly monitor threats all year long and then, on December 24th, add the mission of tracking Santa. Enjoy this 2022 update on the NORAD Santa Tracker program featuring then-U.S. Air Force Gen. Glen VanHerck, the Commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command, and U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. James Porterfield, the NORAD and NORTHCOM Senior Enlisted Leader And Merry Christmas from all of us h...
What Makes a 'Good' Fighter Pilot
December 18, 2023 14:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBSituational awareness. Confidence. Teachability and ability to teach. ...wait, helpful? Ever stop and think about the traits that make a 'good' member of your industry? This week, host Vincent Aiello continues the "audio musing" show format with the narration of a 2019 musing on the Fighter Pilot Podcast blog inspired by a question posed during a live YouTube session. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP181 - Keeping Promises: Finding our MIA with Project Recover
December 11, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBMore than 81,000 American service members remain listed as 'missing in action' from conflicts dating back to World War 2. This week, retired U.S. Marine Derek Abbey, PhD, explains how Project Recover enlists 21st century science and technology to find and repatriate those missing in order to provide recognition and closure for families and the nation. As a podcast listener, enjoy a $300 savings when you upgrade your inexpensive suit cases to all aluminum travel cases with Sterling Pacifi...
The Attack on Pearl Harbor (Rebroadcast)
December 07, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 68.5 MB“December 7th, 1941, a date which will live in infamy...” are among the most famous words spoken by a United States President and have reverberated every year on this day for more than eight decades. On this special bonus from 2021, author Bert Kinzey of Detail and Scale Aviation Publications explains the significance of the attack and what took place on that fateful Sunday morning. Having conducted extensive research for his book Attack On Pearl Harbor, Japan Awakens a Sleeping Giant, Ber...
Yes, the Navy Flies F-16s
December 04, 2023 14:00 - 8 minutes - 7.39 MBPeople are often quick to comment on the Fighter Pilot Podcast's various social media channels that the Navy does not fly F-16s. Wrong. This week, host Vincent Aiello shares another article from the Fighter Pilot Podcast blog, this one from 2019 describing how we can all do a better job of avoiding being wrong and reacting when we inevitably are. Find the original musing here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP180 - Why We Need TOPGUN Adversaries with "Farley"
November 27, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBRetired U.S. Navy F/A-18 pilot Jack "Farley" Stewart explains who "adversary" pilots are, what they do, how TOPGUN trains them, and why it is vital to have professional adversaries (or "aggressors," as the U.S. Air Force calls them). Be sure to check out Farley's exciting first novel, Unknown Rider. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Fighter Pilot Stereotypes
November 20, 2023 14:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBHollywood portrays fighter pilots as devil-may-care risk takers and rule breakers intolerant to authority. Is that true in the real world? This week, host Vincent Aiello shares another article from the Fighter Pilot Podcast blog, this time identifying the top 10 myths about military aviators and why they are wrong. Find the original 2021 musing here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
How to Succeed in Flight School
November 13, 2023 14:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBYou've heard of audio books, what about audio blogs? This week, host Vincent Aiello introduces a new show format where he narrates one of the articles on the Fighter Pilot Podcast blog. This first edition is from a December 2022 musing titled, How to Succeed in Flight School? Don't Ask Me! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Veterans Day Tribute (Rebroadcast)
November 11, 2023 11:11 - 5 minutes - 4.8 MBThe Fighter Pilot Podcast would not be possible without the support of the hundreds of veterans who served both in uniform and, in this case, in the studio. To those who have served: happy Veterans Day and thank you, from a grateful nation. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP179 - "Yogi" the former Marine, Sailor, Soldier, & Airman
November 06, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBOn this 2020 'Happy Hour,' Yonel "Yogi" Dorelis describes a career in aviation that spanned all four branches: Marines, Navy, Army, and lastly Air Force where he spent the majority of his service as a combat search and rescue helicopter pilot. (The Space Force did not yet exist when Yogi served.) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Flying F/A-18 Hornet Post-maintenance Check Flights at FRCSW
October 30, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBThis week, guest cohost Ken 'Primetime' Katz turns the tables on our usual host Vincent 'Jell-O' Aiello, asking him to explain his role at the Fleet Readiness Center Southwest and what it is like to fly a post-maintenance check flight in F/A-18 Hornets. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Flying F/A-18 Hornet Post-maintenance Check Flights at FRC SW
October 30, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBThis week, guest cohost Ken 'Primetime' Katz turns the tables on our usual host Vincent 'Jell-O' Aiello, asking him to explain his role at the Fleet Readiness Center Southwest and what it is like to fly a post-maintenance check flight in F/A-18 Hornets. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP178 - All about Landing Signal Officers with "Jamboy"
October 23, 2023 13:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBU.S. Navy F/A-18 pilot Joe "Jamboy" Kirksey, a career LSO currently serving as "Force Paddles" at the Chief of Naval Air Forces in San Diego, explains the history of LSOs assisting fixed-wing aircraft on aircraft carriers, how LSOs are trained and whether they and their grading methods are still necessary with the advent of Precision Landing Mode. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Authentic Media: The F-22 (Episode 1)
October 19, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this Authentic Media Snap Shot, we delve into the genesis of the F-22 Raptor—the pioneering fifth-generation fighter that redefined the realm of aviation as "Air Dominance." By offering a comprehensive overview of Air Force doctrine and elucidating the principles of air superiority and air supremacy, our conversation with the esteemed former F-15 & F-22 Weapons School Commander, Tom ‘BA’ Burago, contextualizes the role and requirements of the Raptor. You can listen to the rest of this e...
Leadership and the USS Gerald R Ford with "Yank"
October 16, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 97.7 MBRetired U.S. Navy Captain J.J. "Yank" Cummings joins FPP cohost Matt "Flounder" Arny to talk Tomcats, flight school, surface warfare, nuclear power, Top Gun: Maverick, and above all, how to lead when in charge of the first ship in a new class of aircraft carriers that has had its share of bad press. Visit jjcummingsleadership.com to learn more about Yank and his exploits since leaving uniform service. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Building and Flying the Stratolaunch 'Roc'
October 09, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBRetired U.S. Air Force Colonel Evan "Ivan" Thomas joins cohost Ken "Primetime" Katz to discuss the Stratolaunch Roc—the world's largest aircraft initially designed to haul space vehicles into the upper atmosphere that instead found purpose providing commercial "access to the hypersonic" environment. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Authentic Media: F-35 Lightning II (Episode 1)
October 05, 2023 13:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBOn this Authentic Media Snap Shot of our F-35 series, author, aviation journalist, and host of the 10 Percent True podcast, Steve Davies interviews John ‘Press’ Wheeler on the requirements of the F-35. Press discusses the various elements that make an aircraft stealthy, not invisible, and how sensor fusion gives the pilot the information needed to ensure maximum situational awareness during a given mission. In the full episode Press provides a tutorial on the progression of the aircraft fro...
FPP177 - The End of VMFAT-101 (for now)
October 02, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBMCAS Miramar-based Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 101 closes its doors after 50+ years of teaching U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviators first in the F-4 Phantom and then the F/A-18 Hornet. On this episode, the final VMFAT-101 Commander, LtCol Ryan "Yoshi" Franzen and the -101 Operations Officer Maj Erik "Tucker" Rheinhart share the Sharpshooter history and legacy, and what's next for USMC F/A-18 training. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP176 - RF-4 Photo Phantoms with "Racehorse"
September 25, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBOn this repurposed 2021 'Happy Hour' discussion, retired U.S. Marine Lieutenant Colonel Larry "Racehorse" Rannals describes his career beginning as a Naval Flight Officer before converting to pilot via Air Force flight training and flying the RF-4 in Vietnam--in both seats! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Authentic Media: The AIM-9 Sidewinder
September 21, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBOn this Authentic Snap Shot we dive into the captivating world of the AIM-9 Sidewinder missile with Scott "Roger" Chafian and Brian "Sunshine" Sinclair. From it's WWII German roots to its stellar integration into the U.S. military, Roger and Sunshine cover the combat applications, seeker systems all the way to the improvements in the AIM-9X. Referenced Presentation is available HERE on the Authentic Discord Channel You can listen to the rest of this episode and more with a FREE 3-Day Trial...
Authentic Media: Ford vs. Nimitz
September 14, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this Authentic Media Snap Shot, Craig "Crunch" Snyder and Shannon "Flash" Coulter as they explore the distinctions and advancements between the Nimitz- and Ford-class carriers. Air Boss is a five-part series describing the fascinating and complex world of the U.S. Navy carrier air department. You know the difference between a Rhino and a Growler but do you know the difference between The Street and The Six Pack, or between an Ordie and a Grape? You can listen to the rest of this episode...
FPP175 - MiG Killer Reconciles with Former Enemy
September 11, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBRobert Dosé was a World War 2 fighter pilot who downed an Imperial Japanese aircraft. Thirty years later, his son Curtis downed a Vietnamese MiG-21, making them the only father-son duo to each achieve aerial victories in combat. "Dozo," as Curt is known, joins us this week to describe the May 10, 1972 engagement and reconciliation with his former enemy 40+ years later. A TOPGUN graduate and test pilot, Dozo also performed much of the aircraft carrier suitability testing on the F-14 Tomcat. ...
Authentic Media: The F/A-18 Super Hornet Block III
September 07, 2023 13:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBIn this Authentic Media Snap Shot, former FPP cohost Brian "Sunshine" Sinclair and Scott "Roger" Chafian lead up to the cutting-edge Block III upgrade of the F/A-18 Super Hornet, commonly known as the "Rhino." While this iconic aircraft has been a staple of U.S. carrier aviation for over two decades and gained cinematic fame in Top Gun: Maverick, it's far from resting on its laurels. The Block III modifications are poised to revolutionize the Super Hornet capabilities, extending its relevan...
Authentic Media: The F-15EX
August 31, 2023 13:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this Authentic Media Snap Shot, Mike "Pako" Benitez joins Scott "Roger" Chafian to discuss the history and evolution of the F-15 Eagle. Pako explains how the F-15 was developed in response to the Soviet Union's MiG-25 interceptor and how it outperformed everything that came before it, becoming the premiere fourth-generation fighter. The F-15's enduring design allowed for changes in software, engines, and avionics, making it a versatile and reliable fighter. Host and guest also discuss th...
FPP174 - Green Phantoms, Pink Jags, and the Shah of Iran with "Ed"
August 21, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBNelson "Ed" Cobleigh is a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and Vietnam veteran-turned author who flew the A-4 Skyhawk, F-4 Phantom, Jaguar, F-104 Starfighter, and F-16 Fighting Falcon, among others. This episode is adapted from a 2022 'Happy Hour' discussion over Zoom. Visit Ed's website here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP173 - Fighter Pilot Legacy with "Guido"
August 07, 2023 13:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBRetired U.S. Navy Captain Jim "Guido" Dimatteo is the son of a WW2 fighter pilot, himself a former A-4, F-14, F-16N, F/A-18 pilot and still an F-5 pilot, the former purveyor of a successful bar & restaurant, a rugby veteran, former Director of the Red Bull Air Races, Director of the Breitling Jet Team North American tour, and so much more as you will learn on this exciting episode. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Fly Girls Revolt: The Women Who Kicked Open the Door to Fly in Combat
July 31, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBFPP friend and occasional cohost, Ken Katz, welcomes back to the show Dr. Eileen Bjorkman to discuss her new book, Fly Girls Revolt: The Story of the Women Who Kicked Open the Door to Fly in Combat. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP172 - Rogers E. Smith: The Test Pilot Who Flew Everything
July 24, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBRogers E. Smith is a Canadian-American pilot who served in the RCAF, U.S. Marines, and U.S. Air National Guard and spent a long career testing nearly every American fighter (and several Russian ones), despite never attending a formal test pilot school! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP171 - The Flying Leathernecks Return to Irvine
July 10, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBRetired U.S. Marine Corps Brigadier General Mike Aguilar explains how the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum is moving from MCAS Miramar in San Diego to the Great Park in Irvine, near the former MCAS El Toro., California. Visit the FLAM website here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP170 - Italian Tornados in the Storm with "Puffo"
June 26, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBRetired Italian Air Force General and former Tornado pilot Gianmarco Bellini joins guest host Craig "Crunch" Snyder to discuss his terrifying low-altitude, high-speed ejection in the opening hours of Operation Desert Storm. Watch the Gianmarco Bellini: Gulf War POW (2023) Official Trailer here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP169 - Helo's to Hornets to Headlines with "Chopper"
June 13, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 121 MBRetired U.S. Navy Captain Brett "Chopper" Crozier describes his career from flying SH-60B Seahawks to returning to flight school to learn the F/A-18 Hornet to nuclear power school and eventually command of the USS Theodore Roosevelt, including his very public firing at the beginning of COVID. Order Chopper's book, Surf When You Can, from Amazon here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP168 - 50 Years of Fighter Piloting with "Frawls"
June 05, 2023 13:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBPhillip Frawley is not only a retired Royal Australian Air Force fighter pilot, he is a Guinness World Record holder for being the oldest and longest-serving fighter pilot in the world. With a half-century of service and nearly 500 flight students taught, "Frawls" has seen it all. This Zoom interview was originally recorded during a late 2020 happy hour session for FPP Patreon supporters. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP167 - From F-16s to F-35s to YouTube with "Hasard"
May 22, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBU.S. Air Force Reserve fighter pilot, Justin "Hasard" Lee, describes his career flying the block 50 F-16 before transitioning to the F-35 and ultimately starting a compelling YouTube channel. His exploits and many lessons learned are captured in his book, The Art of Clear Thinking. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP166 - Big Plans for the San Diego Air & Space Museum with "Slug"
May 12, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBRetired U.S. Navy fighter #pilot, James "Slug" Kidrick, makes a case for aviation museums and how to keep patrons, besides just children, walking in the door. Slug had a hand in making the necessary arrangements for a San Diego Air & Space Museum F-14 Tomcat to appear on an aircraft carrier flight deck for the first time in more than a dozen years. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP165 - How Military Forces Help and Heal with "SugarBear"
May 01, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBRetired U.S. Navy captain and MH-60 Seahawk pilot Alan "SugarBear" Worthy explains how military forces and weapons systems designed primarily to destroy and kill are also used to help and heal during natural disasters and humanitarian crises. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
FPP165 - Highway to the Disaster Zone: How Military Forces Help & Heal
May 01, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBRetired U.S. Navy captain and MH-60 Seahawk pilot Alan "SugarBear" Worthy explains how military forces and weapons systems designed primarily to destroy and kill are also used to help and heal during natural disasters and humanitarian crises. Sponsored by National University. To find out more, visit nu.edu. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations