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Fighter Pilot Podcast

E. Vincent "Jell-O" Aiello, Retired U.S. Navy Fighter Pilot

The 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!For advertising, partnerships or other business opportunities, please contact: FPP@seenandherd.coCurrent SponsorsNational University {Title Sponsor} - Visit nu.edu/veteran to discover how NU supports service members, veterans, and their families through flexible online programs in high-demand fields.AirCorps Aviation - Click here to explore exciting aerospace career opportunities in northern Minnesota.

FPP189 - Returning to the Moon a Half Century Later

A former U.S. Navy F-14 Tomcat pilot-turned NASA astronaut describes the coming Artemis II space missions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Apr 22

59 min

The Royal Canadian Air Force Celebrates 100 Years

A discussion with the RCAF Commander on the 100-year history of the Royal Canadian Air Force from World War 2 through today, as well as the many planned activities to commemorate the centennial. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Apr 15

37 min

FPP188 - All about NFOs

A discussion on the non-pilot naval aviation warfare community. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Apr 8

1 hr 7 min

Leadership from the Cockpit to the Campaign Trail

A discussion on the leadership lessons a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot learned over a 27-year career and how they translate into leading at the national level. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Apr 1

2 hr 2 min

FPP187 - Aviation Photojournalism in the 2020s

A discussion with Mr. Scott Dworkin, aviation photojournalist and author of 'Becoming the Rhino: What it Takes to Teach the Next Generation to Fly and Fight in the F/A-18 Super Hornet.' Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Mar 25

2 hr 7 min

OFW-2: Unsinkable Aircraft Carriers

On 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, touching on the historical locations, construction strategies, and strategic intent of these so-called "unsinkable carriers.” Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Mar 18

1 hr

FPP186 - The Perfect Wingman

A discussion on how future fighter pilots will train alongside (and go to war with) unmanned 'collaborative combat aircraft', sometimes also known as 'loyal wingmen.' Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Mar 11

1 hr 7 min

D-Day and the C-47 Skytrain, 80 Years Later

Guest 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. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Mar 4

1 hr 33 min

FPP185 - Flying the President

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Jim "Boone" Jamison describes being a Presidential Command Pilot with HMX-1 during the Reagan and Bush 1 presidencies. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Feb 26

1 hr 27 min

OFW-1: Defending Against Power Projection

A discussion on the challenges posed by advanced missile technologies, including cruise and hypersonic missiles, to power projection and the sustainability of large forward deployed bases in modern peer-level conflicts. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

Feb 19

1 hr 36 min