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Loaded for Bear: F-106 Delta Dart

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In this episode of 10 Percent True, we sit down with retired U.S. Air Force pilot Fred Knowles, whose career spanned two of the most unique fighters in American service: the supersonic F-106 Delta Dart and the rugged A-10 Thunderbolt II.Fred shares vivid stories of flying the T-33 and F-106 in Air Defense Command—intercepting Soviet Tu-95 “Bear” bombers, training with nuclear-tipped Genie missiles, and living the culture of the Cold War interceptor community. He also reflects on the transition out of the 106 era and into the A-10, previewing his later adventures in Alaska.If you’re fascinated by Cold War air defense, the legendary “Six,” or the unique blend of speed and firepower that defined this era of fighter aviation, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

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In this episode of 10 Percent True, we sit down with retired U.S. Air Force pilot Fred Knowles, whose career spanned two of the most unique fighters in American service: the supersonic F-106 Delta Dart and the rugged A-10 Thunderbolt II.Fred shares vivid stories of flying the T-33 and F-106 in Air Defense Command—intercepting Soviet Tu-95 “Bear” bombers, training with nuclear-tipped Genie missiles, and living the culture of the Cold War interceptor community. He also reflects on the transition out of the 106 era and into the A-10, previewing his later adventures in Alaska.If you’re fascinated by Cold War air defense, the legendary “Six,” or the unique blend of speed and firepower that defined this era of fighter aviation, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

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