Best RAAF Podcasts (2025)

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Workhorse - E58 - Nicknames with Hally and Kramer 2:28:46

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Nicknames are rife in Australian culture; particularly in the Royal Australian Air Force. This episode of Workhorse dives into nicknames used by the RAAF C-130 community (aircrew, maintenance and support staff). Tony Hall (Hally, or 'Tony Hall from Australia') and Graham Johnson (Johno 1, or Kramer) join me (K9) in presenting the top 100 nicknames …

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AI # 392 : RAAF Pig Driver Tales | Mike Crain FULL 36:56

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Send us a text Former RAAF F-111 pilot, Mike Crain, shares some great stories from his time flying the mighty "Pig" including the Gulf War workup, tactics, wing sweep and more! Help to keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ * Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teep…

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AI # 391 : Flying "The Brick" | Rick Peacock-Edwards PART 1 30:36

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Send us a text Rick PE talks us through what it was like coming from the single seat world in the Lightning to the fly the Phantom FG1/FGR2, his training, the jets pros and cons, flying QRA and plenty of brilliant stories throughout! Pick up Rick's books - https://amzn.to/3JM0HN4 Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircre…

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AI # 390 : F-111 to Test Pilot | Dan Isbell PART 2 43:07

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Send us a text Former F-111 pilot, Dan Isbell shares how he became a test pilot, what the programme involved, flying both the F-16 & F-111 at Eglin AFB with plenty of stories throughout. Follow Dan - https://x.com/dantannaisbell Help to keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.t…

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Workhorse - E57 - 2-Engine Failure with Michael Garside 1:16:19

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Royal Australian Air Force C-130s participated in courses run by the US Advanced Airlift Tactical Training Center (AATTC) to hone their skills in combat environments. The course developed skills in airdrop, low-level flying, and threat avoidance. Michael 'Gus' Garside captained a 36SQN C-130H crew on this course in June 1998, and his crew experienc…

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AI # 389 : Flying The Mighty F-111 Aardvark | Dan Isbell | PART 1 32:36

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Send us a text In this fascinating episode, former F-111E and test pilot, Dan Isbell shares stories from his time flying the Aardvark at Upper Heyford which includes both the flying and social sides. He also recounts some of the amazing mods he added to the aircraft and improvements for the aircrew on the squadron which was amazing to hear about. F…

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AI # 388 : Flying the Phantom and Tornado on 43(F) Squadron | Roy Macintyre FULL 37:58

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Send us a text Former RAF Phantom and Tornado pilot, Roy Macintyre talks about what it was like to fly on 43(F) Squadron aka the 'Fighting Cocks'. Roy shares some of the history of the squadron, living and working from RAF Leuchars, flying both types from the base all with some great and funny stories throughout (including a night out and a bus!). …

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AI # 387 : 695 mph F/A-18E Ejection | Kegan "SMURF" Gill PART 2 46:29

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Send us a text Former F/A-18E Super Hornet pilot, Kegan “SMURF” Gill shares the incredible story of his 695 MPH ejection which was the fastest survived ejection in naval aviation history, and his miraculous and insane recovery journey. "Phoenix Revival" - https://amzn.to/469EbXA https://kegangill.com/ https://heroicheartsproject.org/ https://www.an…

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AI # 386 : Flying the "Pukin Dogs" F/A-18E Super Hornet | Kegan "SMURF" Gill PART 1 27:11

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Send us a text Former F/A-18E Super Hornet pilot, "SMURF" shares what it takes to get to fly with VFA-143 the "Pukin Dogs", banter between fighter squadrons, flying on large exercises and much more! "Phoenix Revival" - https://amzn.to/469EbXA https://kegangill.com/ Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONA…

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Workhorse - E56 - Flight Instructing with Ash Pendergast 1:10:12

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Ash Pendergast had a long association with the Royal Australian Air Force's 36 Squadron where he was a Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI); took part in original NVG trials; and was a Flight Commander. Ash recalls these roles and his RAAF career in this episode.By Bill 'K9' Kourelakos

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AI # 385 : Tornado Tales with GR4 Pilot | Rich "Parge" Pargeter PART 2 20:46

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Send us a text Former Tornado F3 and GR4 pilot, Rich Pargeter shares more stories from flying the legendary jet, including a brilliant tale of a show of force! Thanks to Philip Stevens for the photos - https://www.targeta.co.uk/index.htm Filmed at https://www.nelsam.org.uk/ Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinter…

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AI # 384 : RAF Fighter Pilot Stories | Rich "Parge" Pargeter PART 1 38:11

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Send us a text Former RAF Tornado F3 pilot, Parge shares some brilliant and funny stories including, intercepting Tu-95 Bear's, flying in the Falklands, being based with 111 squadron and much more! Thanks to Philip Stevens for the photos - https://www.targeta.co.uk/index.htm Filmed at https://www.nelsam.org.uk/ Help keep the channel going: PATREON …

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AI # 383 : Student to Typhoon Pilot | James "Ammo" Carraway PART 2 20:27

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Send us a text In part 2, "Ammo" shares more info on what it takes to be a frontline RAF Typhoon pilot with some great insights throughout, including if he ever encountered any"Maverick" type pilots! Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ * Pick up some AI merc…

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Workhorse - E55 - Engine Fire with Ben Charters 1:31:25

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In mid-March 1997, the yacht Queen Charlotte was being skippered from New Zealand to Japan by Australian Bob Cornell, with four passengers. On 19 March, the yacht was located approximately 600 nm east of Cairns when it ran into Cyclone Justin and its emergency position-indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) was activated. In response, Ben Charters and his…

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AI # 382 : How To Become A Frontline Typhoon Pilot | James "Ammo" Carraway PART 1 41:01

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Send us a text Former USAF F-22 pilot and Typhoon instructor, "Ammo" shares what it takes to become a frontline Typhoon pilot in the RAF with great detail throughout! Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ * Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/use…

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AI # 381 : USAF Thunderbird Lead Solo Pilot | Michelle "MACE" Curran PART 2 37:40

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Send us a text MACE shares her amazing story of being part the USAF Thunderbirds and becoming the lead solo for the elite team! We hear everything from training, flying at shows, interacting with the public all with some great stories through out. We also talk about her books and her upcoming release, "The Flipside" which you can pre-order here - h…

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AI # 380 : Flying the F-16 Fighting Falcon | Michelle “MACE” Curran PART 1 37:50

4M ago37:50

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Send us a text Former USAF F-16 pilot, Michelle “MACE” Curran shares what it was like to fly the mighty Viper. Oh and we hear how MACE got her callsign! https://macecurran.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mace_curran * Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.c…

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AI # 379 : Aviation Filmmaker & Podcaster | Louis Skupien (Full) 40:45

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Send us a text I chat with amazing aviation podcaster, filmmaker and entrepreneur, Louis Skupien as we talk all things aviation! Check Louis out and pick up his book via: https://louisskupien.com/ https://www.instagram.com/louisskupien/?hl=en https://amzn.to/4kmELFc In part 2, former EE Lightning pilot, RPE shares more great stories on what it was …

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Workhorse - E54 - Flight Engineers with Tony Hall 1:40:18

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This episode features a wide-ranging discussion of the flight engineer category and its place on the C-130 Hercules. Tony Hall also covers his operational C-130 experience, along with his transition onto Caribous and then as a Loadmaster on C-130Js. The discussion ranges into: RAAF B-707 operations based in Kyrgyzstan (where Tony was an Operations …

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AI # 378 : What Was It Like to Fly The Lightning? | Rick Peacock-Edwards PART 2 26:15

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Send us a text Rick Peacock-Edwards shares what it was like to fly the mighty English Electric Lightning with some great stories throughout! Thanks to our sponsor https://avi-8.com/ * Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http…

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AI # 377 : Flying the Beast That is the Lightning! | Rick Peacock-Edwards PART 1 31:37

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Send us a text Rick Peacock-Edwards shares what it was like to fly the mighty English Electric Lightning with some great stories throughout! Thanks to our sponsor https://avi-8.com/ * Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http…

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AI # 376 : Wild USN Helicopter Missions! | "Ryan "Nemo" Pote PART 2 35:29

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Send us a text In part 2, former USN MH-60R pilot, "Ryan "Nemo" Pote shares some of amazing and diverse missions he flew while in the Navy (footage included) and we also discuss his book, "Blood and Treasure" which you can pick up here - https://amzn.to/3E5TKUJ Check Ryan out: https://www.ryanpote.com https://www.facebook.com/ryanpotebooks https://…

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AI # 375 : Flying the Mighty USN H-60! | Ryan "Nemo" Pote PART 1 30:24

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Send us a text Former USN H-60 pilot, Ryan 'Nemo" Pote shares what it was like to fly the SH-60B and MH-60R with plenty of great stories throughout! Enjoy Pick up Ryans book, "Blood and Treasure" - https://amzn.to/3E5TKUJ Check Ryan out: https://www.ryanpote.com https://www.facebook.com/ryanpotebooks https://www.instagram.com/ryanpotebooks/ https:/…

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Workhorse - E53 - Innovation with Gav Nicholson 1:18:53

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Gav Nicholson recounts his involvement with systems integration on RAAF C-130Hs during the late 1990s to the late 2000s, including electronic warfare self-protection, the FMS-800 flight management system, and other modifications of that era. Also discussed are PNG operations, Operations Falconer (Iraq 2003), Shaddock (PNG), Catalyst (Iraq, as C-130…

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AI # 374 : Life As A Sepecat Jaguar Pilot | Bob Marston PART 2 23:08

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Send us a text In part 2, Bob Marston shares what it was like fly the mighty Sepecat Jaguar, including life at Coltishall, operating in live theatre, his books and plenty of great stories throughout.! Pick up Bob's books - https://amzn.to/3R4i7F0 Watch part 1 - https://youtu.be/_PNEUQQJvkI?si=4bkmVIvVsjIox8c- Thanks to http://www.newarkairmuseum.or…

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AI # 373 : Harrier Pilot to Jaguar Pilot | Bob Marston PART 1 30:40

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Send us a text Bob Marston shares what it was like going from flying the Harrier to the Jaguar with some great insights throughout! Pick up Bob's books - https://amzn.to/3R4i7F0 Thanks to http://www.newarkairmuseum.org/ for hosting us. https://x.com/NewarkAirMus Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE …

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AI # 372 : USN Helicopter Pilot Reacts to the Tragic MH-53 Incident | Ryan “Nemo" Pote 20:31

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Send us a text Former USN MH-60 pilot, Ryan Pote talks about the tragic incident including a MH-53E in 2014 and draws some of the parallels from his time flying in the Navy. Pick up Ryans book, "Blood and Treasure" - https://amzn.to/3E5TKUJ Check Ryan out: https://www.ryanpote.com https://www.facebook.com/ryanpotebooks https://www.instagram.com/rya…

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AI # 371 : USAF Aircraft Maintenance Officer | Katrine Waterman PART 2 32:52

6M ago32:52

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Send us a text Katrine Waterman shares what it takes to be a USAF aircraft maintenance officer. https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinewaterman Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase …

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AI # 370 : USAF Aircraft Maintenance Officer | Katrine Waterman PART 1 38:46

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Send us a text USAF Aircraft Maintenance officer, Katrine Waterman shares her incredible journey from joining the USAF academy to becoming an aircraft maintainer working on F-15C/D, A-10, B-52H, F-16C, F-22A, C-17A, KC-10A, HH-60G and HC-130Js. Enjoy! https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinewaterman Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user…

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Workhorse - E52 - Formation Lead with Andrew Elliott 1:25:16

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Royal Australian Air Force C-130s airdrop parachutists and equipment to force project Australian military capabilities. C-130s flew in formation as a tactic to concentrate Army parachutists on a target area as quickly as possible (thereby minimising the risk to the paratroopers and aircraft). In this episode of 'Workhorse', Andrew "Stretch" Elliott…

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AI # 369 : Synchro Display & The “Blue Circle” Radar | Rick Peacock-Edwards 15:22

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Send us a text RPE talks about flying the amazing Tornado F2/Spitfire display in 1985 and putting the myth of the famous “Blue Circle” radar to bed! Pick up Rick's books - https://amzn.to/3DiEnI5 Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview D…

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AI # 368 : Tornado Tales | Rick Peacock-Edwards (F2/F3 Pilot) 23:06

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Send us a text Rick Peacock-Edwards shares a couple of great stories from flying the F3 around the Middle East, including a sales tour and flying his longest sortie from the UK to Oman! Pick up Rick's books - https://amzn.to/3DiEnI5 Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https…

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AI # 367 : F/A-18C Pilot Stories & A Broken Ice Cream Machine! : | Jack Stewart PART 2 30:57

7M ago30:57

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Send us a text Former USN F/A-18C pilot, Jack Stewart shares some great stories from his time flying the jet, including a funny tale which involves an ice cream machine and some angry pilots! We wrap up by talking about his brilliant book series, "Battle Born". Strap in and enjoy! Pick up Jack's books and find out more about the man himself via htt…

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Workhorse - E51 - Somalia and PNG with Graham Johnson 2:17:25

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Graham 'Johno' 'Johno1' 'Kramer' Johnson flew C-130Hs on a variety of operations from 1989 to 1999, including Operations Solace (Somalia 1993), Immune (Pilot Strike 1989) and Ples Drei (PNG famine 1998), all of which he discusses in this episode. Johno also discusses the differences between pushing crew training to the boundaries of aircraft limits…

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AI # 366 : Flying the Legacy Hornet & Missions Over Iraq | Jack Stewart PART 1 36:01

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Send us a text Former F/A-18C pilot and TOPGUN graduate, Jack Stewart shares his initial flying training, how he got selected for the F/A-18C, his Hornet training, flying on a frontline squadron, being on cruise and flying missions over Iraq. Strap in and enjoy! Pick up Jack's books and find out more about the man himself via https://jackstewartboo…

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AI # 365 : Harrier Pilot Flies the Super Hornet | Paul "Tremors" Tremelling PART 2 18:03

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Send us a text Thanks to our sponsor https://newmarkwatchcompany.com/ "Tremors" shares how the SHAR compared to the Super Hornet, the social side of the exchange along with some random questions to wrap up! Strap in and enjoy Pick up Paul's book, "Harrier: How to Be a Fighter Pilot" - https://amzn.to/4gEM6O7 Follow Paul on X https://x.com/paul_trem…

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Workhorse - E50 - C-130J Goes Tactical with Justin Ryder 1:34:32

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The Royal Australian Air Force's C-130J fleet was acquired in 1999, but it was not fitted with electronic warfare self-protection systems. When C-130Hs deployed to the Middle East in early 2003, 37 Squadron had only just begun training its C-130J crews in tactical procedures. Thus when Middle East operations were extended into 2004, 36 Squadron's C…

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AI # 364 : Royal Navy Sea Harrier Pilot Flies the F/A-18E | Paul "Tremors" Tremelling PART 1 33:06

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Send us a text Thanks to our sponsor https://newmarkwatchcompany.com/ Former Royal Navy Sea Harrier pilot, Paul "Tremors" Tremelling shares what it was like to fly the USN F/A-18E Super Hornet with VFA-25 on his 2 year exchange tour including flying at Red Flag! Strap in and enjoy Pick up Paul's book, "Harrier: How to Be a Fighter Pilot" - https://…

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AI # 363 : Talon Tales & T-38A vs F-15C | "Ammo" PART 2 15:07

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Send us a text Ammo shares some memorable stories from his time flying the T-38A in the adversary role, including going up against F-15Cs in New Orleans! Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/don…

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Workhorse - E49 - Extended Range Surveillance with Michael Phillips 1:29:44

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Reports arising in 1996 from Australian-flagged fishing vessels indicated the presence of dozens of Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated fishing vessels in the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Exclusive Economic Zone. In response, the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) sought an enforcement action and requested Defence assistance with…

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AI # 362 : Day In The Life of a T-38 Adversary Pilot | "Ammo" PART 1 40:22

8M ago40:22

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Send us a text Former T-38A adversary pilot, "Ammo" gives us a great glimpse into what it was like to fly the Talon in this role, which includes a very detailed "day in the life" on the squadron with plenty of great stories throughout! Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - ht…

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AI # 361 : F-14 DACT/BFM & Tomcat Stories | Rich "Corky" Erie PART 2 39:20

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Send us a text Thanks our sponsor https://praesidus.com - get 10% off as a new customer by signing up via their website. Former F-14 pilot, "Corky", shares some great stories from flying the Tomcat including DACT against F-16s, F-15s and Alpha Jets! Strap in and enjoy Follow Corky here - https://x.com/RSE_VB Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teep…

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Workhorse - E48 - Test Flight at the North Pole with Matt Hegarty 1:19:18

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The FMS-800 flight management system was installed on RAAF C-130Hs in 1999 under Project AIR 5195. The FMS-800 delivered a range of enhanced capabilities for C-130Hs making them even more ideally suited for the Airborne Operations and Special Operations support roles. These capabilities included GPS precision navigation, airdrop navigation, receive…

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AI # 360 : Flying the "Aluminium Overcast" | Rich "Corky" Erie PART 1 36:24

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Send us a text Thanks our sponsor https://praesidus.com - get 10% off as a new customer by signing up via their website. Former F-14A/B pilot, "Corky" shares what it was like to fly the Tomcat with VF-24, VF-101 & VF-154 with great stories throughout! Strap in and enjoy Follow Corky here - https://x.com/RSE_VB Pick up some AI merch - https://www.te…

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AI # 359 : Flying The Pilatus Porter As A Bush Pilot! | Matt Dearden FULL 32:04

8M ago32:04

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Send us a text Matt Dearden shares his early path into aviation and how he came to fly with Susi Air in Indonesia flying the Cessna Caravan and Pilatus Porter as a bush pilot! We also also talk about his new book, "Flying from Shangri-La" which you can pick up here : https://amzn.to/4a8hOBy https://www.instagram.com/indopilot/ https://wwwx.com/Indo…

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Workhorse - E47 - 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami with Charlie Siedentopf 55:06

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On 26 December 2004, an earthquake measuring 9.2 on the Richter scale struck north of Simeulue Island in the Indian Ocean. The earthquake lifted an estimated 30 cubic kilometres of water which radiated from the epicentre devasting coastal communities around the Indian Ocean. Banda Aceh was hardest hit, and the RAAF responded immediately. This episo…

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AI # 358 : F-22 Pilot Flies The RAF Typhoon | James "Ammo" Caraway PART 2 54:14

9M ago54:14

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Send us a text Former F-22 pilot, "Ammo" shares what it was like to fly the RAF Typhoon on 29 Squadron on his exchange tour. Ammo gives plenty of detail including how it compared to the F-22, the jets strengths and weaknesses, what it was like to be on an RAF squadron, DACT and much more. Strap in and enjoy! Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teep…