Fighter Pilot Podcast

Tucker "Cinco" Hamilton, Retired U.S. Air Force Fighter Test Pilot

The Fighter Pilot Podcast explores the fascinating world of air combat: the aircraft, the weapons systems, the emerging technologies, and most importantly—the people.

Most episodes feature a guest who helps explain military aviation topics such from Vietnam shoot down stories to how AI is changing air combat.

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 amazing aircraft, then this show is for you!

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342 episodes
Updated July 20

Episodes342

Newest first

Nov 18, 2024 · 1 hr 19 min
FPP198 - Optimizing the Human Weapon System
With former Royal Canadian Air Force pilot Billie Flynn
Nov 4, 2024 · 1 hr 28 min
"Lombers" talks CRM, from the Hornet to the Airlines
With Paul "Lombers" Loombardi
Oct 28, 2024 · 1 hr 23 min
Flight Testing the V-22 Osprey
With Jennifer Uchida
Oct 21, 2024 · 1 hr 46 min
FPP197 - The F-22 Raptor Demo Team
With U.S. Air Force Major Sam "RaZZ" Larson and Master Sergeant John Lugo
Oct 14, 2024 · 1 hr 16 min
OFW-7: Surface Combatants
'On Future War' is a 12-part series exploring the evolving landscape of military strategy and defense technologies with a focus on the Indo-Pacific. This episode addresses the U.S. Navy's challenges to project power in a potential "away game" conflict. Following the Cold War, surface ship design changed radically. Revolutionary concepts were introduced including the Zumwalt destroyer and Littoral Combat Ship. When technology didn’t work the only way to pay for fixes in the Global War on Terror era was to retire existing hulls and cut back on ship building. This has led to closure of public and private shipyards, limiting our capacity to build ships and grow the fleet. Brought to you by Authentic Media with the support of Cubic Defense. Support this podcast at — https://www.patreon.com/cw/ftrpltpdcst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 7, 2024 · 1 hr 10 min
Talking Swing Wing Fighters with "Moz"
With former Royal Air Force navigator David "Moz" Morris
Sep 30, 2024 · 1 hr 27 min
World Flight Centennial, 3 of 3 - Finish Line
In this conclusion of the 1924 World Flight, Matt "Flounder" Arny, alongside special guests Lance "Boil" Lewis, Mike Lockwood, and Rob Crotty, recount the final leg of the odyssey—crossing the Atlantic via Iceland and Greenland, and then crossing the U.S. Listeners will be on the edge of their seats during the nerve-wracking rescue of Wade and Ogden after their aircraft, Boston, was forced to land in the icy waters of the North Atlantic. Even as the crews approach the finish line, they continue facing daunting and unexpected challenges. Drawing from historical sources like First World Flight by Lowell Thomas, Around the World in 175 Days by Carroll Glines, and First Flight Around the World by Tim Grove, this episode brings to life the harrowing final moments of one of history’s most remarkable aviation achievements. Support this podcast at — https://www.patreon.com/cw/ftrpltpdcst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 23, 2024 · 1 hr 33 min
World Flight Centennial, 2 of 3 - Westbound and Down
In this exciting follow up, Matt "Flounder" Arny continues the epic story of the 1924 World Flight, diving into the challenges and adventures faced after the final preparations. Guests Lance "Boil" Lewis, Mike Lockwood, and Rob Crotty return to discuss the harrowing flight through Alaska, including the tragic loss of the Seattle. They explore the Pacific crossing, touching on U.S. relations of the time with Japan and the newly-formed Soviet Union, and the critical role of maritime support from the Navy, US Coast Guard, and others. Listeners will hear gripping tales of dodging sampans and junks in Asian harbors, changing an engine under a bridge, and a look at the UK’s participation and the unfortunate fate of the British team. The episode wraps up with liberty adventures in Shanghai and Bangkok. Drawing from historical sources like First World Flight by Lowell Thomas, Around the World in 175 Days by Carroll Glines, and First Flight Around the World by Tim Grove, this episode captures the drama and international intrigue surrounding one of the greatest feats in aviation history. Support this podcast at — https://www.patreon.com/cw/ftrpltpdcst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 16, 2024 · 1 hr 21 min
World Flight Centennial, 1 of 3 - Build Up
Episode 1 of a 3-part miniseries describing the first aerial circumnavigation of the globe in 1924. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Sep 9, 2024 · 1 hr 41 min
FPP196 - Talking Marine Aviation
With U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant General Mike "Homey" Cederholm
Sep 2, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
Stratolaunch Update: Talon-A
With messers Dave Fedors and Josh Stults
Aug 26, 2024 · 1 hr 18 min
The Empire Test Pilot who Flew the X-32, and More
With retired Royal Navy Commander Paul "Pebbles" Stone
Aug 19, 2024 · 1 hr 6 min
OFW-6: Fragile Precision, GPS Vulnerabilities in Modern Warfare
A discussion on the U.S. military's dependence on GPS and the system's vulnerability to jamming and interference. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Aug 12, 2024 · 1 hr 32 min
FPP195 - Comms & Bombs, Vietnam F-4 Phantom Pilot Tell-All
With retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Jim "Reaper" Dunlap
Aug 5, 2024 · 1 hr 12 min
The Israeli Air Force
Wither former IAF navigator Eyal Shay Shenkman
Jul 29, 2024 · 1 hr 18 min
The New "Sheriff" in Town
With RAF fighter pilot Zane "The Sheriff" Sennett
Jul 22, 2024 · 1 hr 44 min
Larry the 5,000-hour Intruder Guy
With retired U.S. Navy Captain Larry "Mung" Munns"
Jul 8, 2024 · 58 min
OFW-5: Redefining the Battlefield, Remotely
On this episode, Mike "Pako" Benitez and Andrew "Scar" Van Timmeren examine the concepts, abilities, and future of Remotely Piloted Aircraft in modern warfare, reviewing the history of technology, from early trials in the 1910s to the current day and clarifies the difference between remotely piloted and autonomous aircraft. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Jul 1, 2024 · 2 hr 14 min
FPP194 - "Heater," the Quintessential Navy Fighter Pilot
With retired U.S. Navy Captain C.J. "Heater" Heatley
Jun 24, 2024 · 2 hr 1 min
All about Remotely Piloted Aircraft
With retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Matt "Killjoy" Martin

Fighter Pilot Podcast

FPP198 - Optimizing the Human Weapon System

"Lombers" talks CRM, from the Hornet to the Airlines

Flight Testing the V-22 Osprey

FPP197 - The F-22 Raptor Demo Team

OFW-7: Surface Combatants

Talking Swing Wing Fighters with "Moz"

World Flight Centennial, 3 of 3 - Finish Line

World Flight Centennial, 2 of 3 - Westbound and Down

World Flight Centennial, 1 of 3 - Build Up

FPP196 - Talking Marine Aviation

Stratolaunch Update: Talon-A

The Empire Test Pilot who Flew the X-32, and More

OFW-6: Fragile Precision, GPS Vulnerabilities in Modern Warfare

FPP195 - Comms & Bombs, Vietnam F-4 Phantom Pilot Tell-All

The Israeli Air Force

The New "Sheriff" in Town

Larry the 5,000-hour Intruder Guy

OFW-5: Redefining the Battlefield, Remotely

FPP194 - "Heater," the Quintessential Navy Fighter Pilot

All about Remotely Piloted Aircraft