Aircrew Interview

Aircrew Interview episodes:

• 04.22.2024

  AI # 325 : Eurofighter Typhoon Test Pilot | Craig Penrice| Craig Penrice *PART 1*

  Thanks to our sponsor AVI-8 watches where you can sign up now for priority access for the Dambuster Chadwick watch which will be available on 26 April https://avi-8.com/pages/dambuster-chadwick-meca-quartz-unveilyou You can also get 20% off all full priced watches with code AIRCREW20 Craig...

  
• 04.14.2024

  AI # 324 : Tornado F3 Display Navigator | Jon “Herbie” Hancock *PART2*

  In part 2, former F3 nav, Jon “Herbie” Hancock shares what it was like to be the 1995 Tornado F3 display nav! Watch part 1  https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/f3display-herbie/ Filmed at https://www.nelsam.org.uk/ Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview  Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE -...

  
• 04.12.2024

  AI # 323 : E-2 Hawkeye Facts! | T.R. Matson aka "Wombat" *FULL*

  Former Hawkeye pilot, T.R. Matson aka "Wombat", shares some interesting facts about the mighty E-2! Strap in and enjoy https://www.trmatson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/trmatsonauthor https://x.com/trmatsonauthor 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 our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://amzn.to/3sehpaP  Use...

  
• 04.07.2024

  AI # 322 : Tornado F3 Display Nav | Jon "Herbie" Hancock *PART 1*

  In this episode, Jon "Herbie" Hancock talks us through his early beginnings in aviation, going through nav training, getting selected to be a nav on the Phantom and moving onto the Tornado F3. The main focus is on Jon's time as...

  
• 03.31.2024

  AI # 321 : Tornado at Ex Green Flag & SAC Competition | John Grogan *PART 2*

  Former Tornado GR1 pilot, John Grogan, shares flying at the first exercise Green Flag for the GR1 and competing in the Strategic Air Command bombing competition against B-52s and F-111s! We also hear John's ejection story from a Tornado GR1. Strap in...

  
• 03.27.2024

  AI # 320 : Danish F-16 Display Pilot | Thomas "MET" Kristensen *PART 2*

  “MET” shares what it was like to display the Danish F-16 across Europe.  He also answers some of our patron questions. Strap in enjoy! Watch part 1 https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/danishf-16-met/ https://www.facebook.com/F16MET https://www.instagram.com/f16met/ https://www.politikensforlag.dk/kysser-himlen/t-0/9788740043884 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 our...

  
• 03.26.2024

  AI # 319 : Flying the Harrier GR1 in Germany | John Grogan *PART 1*

  John Grogan shares what it was like flying the Harrier GR1 in Germany aka RAFG.  Strap in and enjoy! Filmed at https://yorkshireairmuseum.org/ 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 our Aviation Art Book, Volume One...

  
• 03.26.2024

  AI # 319 : Danish F-16 Display Pilot | Thomas "MET" Kristensen *PART 2*

  “MET” shares what it was like to display the Danish F-16 across Europe.  He also answers some of our patron questions. Strap in enjoy! Watch part 1 https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/danishf-16-met/ https://www.facebook.com/F16MET https://www.instagram.com/f16met/ https://www.politikensforlag.dk/kysser-himlen/t-0/9788740043884 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 our...

  
• 03.10.2024

  AI # 318 : Flying the Danish F-16 | Thomas "MET" Kristensen *PART 1*

  In this episode, MET shares what it was like to train at Euro NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT), getting selected to fly F-16s, his training, flying in combat and much more. Strap in and enjoy! Fool MET: https://www.facebook.com/F16MET https://www.instagram.com/f16met/ https://www.politikensforlag.dk/kysser-himlen/t-0/9788740043884 Pick up some AI merch...

  
• 03.03.2024

  AI # 317 : USMC Hornet In Combat | Tim "Nugget" Golden *FULL*

  Here is your early viewing of our interview with former USMC F/A-18 pilot, Tim "Nugget" Golden, as he shares what it was like to fly the Hornet in combat over Iraq  for Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003.  We hear some...

  
• 02.25.2024

  AI # 316 : F-14 vs F-15, F-16 & F/A-18 | Mike "Nasty" Manazir *FULL*

  Former USN pilot, Mike "Nasty" Manazir,  shares his experiences of flying the F-14A/D in DACT against the F-15, F-16 and F/A-18! Enjoy https://mikemanazir.com/ Learn How to Lead to Win: 33 Powerful Stories and Leadership Lessons - https://amzn.to/48wAbh8 The Manazir Maxims: Learn How to Lead...

  
• 02.18.2024

  AI # 315 : Bush Pilot in Indonesia | David Burns *FULL*

  David Burns shares what it was like to be a bush pilot with Susis Air flying the Cessna Grand Caravan in Indonesia! We also hear how David and his father started up The Flyer Watch Company and we get an exclusive...

  
• 02.04.2024

  AI # 314 : F-14 Tomcat to Tornado F2 & F3 | Pete Legg *PART 2*

  Pete Legg shares what it was like coming from flying the F-14A with VF-101 on his exchange tour and back to the RAF to fly the Tornado F2 and F3! Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON...

  
• 01.28.2024

  AI # 313 : RAF F-14 Tomcat Pilot | Pete Legg *PART 1*

  Pete Legg talks about flying the RAF Phantom and becoming the first RAF exchange pilot to fly the mighty Tomcat with VF-101!  We hear some great stories throughout, including what it was like to fly and live in the USA. Strap in...

  
• 01.21.2024

  AI # 312 : Flying the B-1B Lancer! | Tony Mahoney *PART 2*

  Tony Mahoney shares how he went from flying the F-16 to the B-1B aka the “Bone” and finishing up his military career in the KC-135.  Some great stories and insights throughout, so strap in and enjoy.  Pick up some AI merch -...

  
• 01.16.2024

  AI # 311 : Flying the OA-37 & F16 | Tony Mahoney *PART 1*

  Tony Mahoney shares what it was like to fly the OA-37 Dragonfly and F-16 Fighting Falcon! Enjoy 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 our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://amzn.to/3sehpaP  Use our Amazon...

  
• 01.07.2024

  AI # 310 : Flying the ITPS Hawker Hunter | Steve Murray *FULL*

   Steve Murray shares the story of heading to Canada to fly the International Test Pilot School (ITPS) Hawker Hunter! Enjoy Buy Steve's book here  - https://amzn.to/3T1ZwrJ http://huntythejetfighter.com/ https://itpscanada.com/ Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://amzn.to/3sehpaP  Use...

  
• 12.28.2023

  AI # 309 : Flying the Tornado F3 at Red Flag | Derek "Grinner" Smith *PART 2*

  Former Tornado F3 pilot, "Grinner", shares what it was like to fly at exercise Red Flag playing both red and blue air. We also hear what it was like flying on exercise "Blazing Saddle" from Davis Monthan AFB when a...

  
• 12.21.2023

  AI # 308 : Tornado F3 In The Gulf! | Derek "Grinner" Smith *PART 1*

  Former RAF Tornado F3 pilot, Derek “Grinner” Smith, shares his experience of flying the F3 on operations in the Gulf, including living in tent city. Strap in and enjoy! Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE...

  
• 12.17.2023

  AI # 307 : "That's Mental" | Mal Craghill (Tornado GR1/4 Nav & F-15E WSO)

  Here is your early viewing of our "That's Mental" episode with former Tornado GR1/4 nav and F-15E WSO (exchange), Mal Craghill, as he shares a bit about his mental health and the ways to cope.   https://veteranaware.nhs.uk/op-courage/ Help keep the channel going: Pick up...

  
• 12.10.2023

  AI # 306 : Flying the Nuclear Tornado GR1 | Terry Cook *PART 2*

  Former RAF Buccaneer nav, Terry Cook, shares what it was like transitioning from the Bucc to the Tornado GR1, holding the nuclear role, flying on exercises and much more! Filmed at https://yorkshireairmuseum.org/ Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch -...

  
• 12.03.2023

  AI # 305 : Flying the Nuclear Buccaneer | Terry Cook *PART 1*

  Former RAF/RN Buccaneer nav, Terry Cook, shares what it was like to fly the Bucc, getting a Royal Navy exchange and holding the nuclear role. Strap in and enjoy! Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE...

  
• 11.27.2023

  AI # 304 : Flying The S-3B Viking! | Loree Draude *PART 2*

  Loree Draude shares what it was like to fly the mighty S-3B Viking. Strap in and enjoy! https://loreedraude.com/ "Soar into Joy - https://amzn.to/3MIOB65     https://amzn.to/3sHbsrD "She's Just Another Navy Pilot" - https://amzn.to/3QY1gV4 Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE...

  
• 11.25.2023

  AI # 303 : Flying The Hornet In The Support Role | Loree Draude *PART 1*

  Loree Draude shares what it was like fling in the USN including her time training on the A-4 Skyhawk and becoming a support pilot in the F/A-18 Hornet.  Strap in and enjoy! https://loreedraude.com/ "Soar into Joy - https://amzn.to/3MIOB65     https://amzn.to/3sHbsrD "She's Just Another Navy...

  
• 11.12.2023

  AI # 302 : F-15 to Business | Jim “Murph” Murphy *PART 2*

  In part 2, Jim "Murph" Murphy shares flying the F-15 A Eagle with the ANG and how he used his skills as a fighter pilot to transition into business and create his company, Afterburner. https://www.afterburner.com/ https://twitter.com/AfterburnerInc https://www.linkedin.com/company/afterburner https://www.instagram.com/afterburner_inc/ "Flawless Execution" https://amzn.to/3s91yPw Help keep the channel going: Pick...

  
• 11.05.2023

  AI # 301 : Flying the Air National Guard F-15A! | Jim “Murph” Murphy *PART 1*

  Jim "Murph" Murphy shares what it was like to fly the mighty F-15A Eagle with the Air National Guard. Of course we discuss DACT/ACM and how the Eagle fared against Vipers and Hornets. Strap in and enjoy. https://www.afterburner.com/ https://twitter.com/AfterburnerInc https://www.linkedin.com/company/afterburner https://www.instagram.com/afterburner_inc/ "Flawless Execution" https://amzn.to/3s91yPw Help keep the...

  
• 10.29.2023

  AI # 300 : "That's Mental" | Mark "Phats" Taylor (Tornado GR4 Nav)

  In our first episode of  "That's Mental", former Tornado GR4 nav, Mark "Phats" Taylor, shares his mental health journey and the ways he has recovered and deals with his personal mental health. https://www.samaritans.org/ https://www.instagram.com/phatstaylor Support the show

  
• 10.22.2023

  AI # 299 : Lightning to Tornado F3 | Derek "Grinner" Smith *PART 2*

  Grinner shares some more great stories from flying the Lightning and transitioning to the Tornado F3 Strap in and enjoy! Watch part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWFIUBL9PBM&feature;=youtu.be Filmed at https://www.nelsam.org.uk/ Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase our Aviation...

  
• 10.15.2023

  AI # 298 : Flying the Lightning! | Derek "Grinner" Smith *PART 1*

  Grinner shares what it was like to fly the mighty English Electric Lightning which includes the background of the jet, his training, first flight, insights to the weapons and the systems, DACT and much more. Strap in and enjoy! Thumbnail photo by...

  
• 10.08.2023

  AI # 297 : Flying The Jaguar GR1 & Tornado GR1 | John Grogan *PART 2*

  Former RAF fighter pilot, John Grogan shares what it was like to fly the Jaguar GR1 and Tornado GR1 which includes some great stories. Strap in and enjoy! Watch part 1 https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/hunter-harrier-jgrogan-pt1/ Filmed at https://yorkshireairmuseum.org/ https://www.facebook.com/yorkshireairmuseum/ https://www.instagram.com/yorkshireairmuseum/ https://twitter.com/air_museum Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch...

  
• 10.01.2023

  AI # 296 : Flying The Hunter and Harrier GR1 | John Grogan *PART 1*

  John Grogan shares his early flying career going through flying training, getting posted to Hawker Hunters and then being one of the first to fly the new Harrier GR1.  Strap in as there are some brilliant stories throughout! Enjoy Filmed at https://yorkshireairmuseum.org/ https://www.facebook.com/yorkshireairmuseum/ https://www.instagram.com/yorkshireairmuseum/ https://twitter.com/air_museum Help keep...

  
• 09.07.2023

  AI # 295 : Eject! Eject! | Tahir Alams Libyan Mirage III Story

  Tahir Alam shares his ejection story from a 2 seat Libyan Mirage III! Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://amzn.to/3sehpaP  Use our Amazon affiliate link when...

  
• 09.06.2023

  AI # 294 : What’s It Like Being a TOPGUN Instructor? | Kevin Proton” McLaughlin *PART 2*

  Kevin "Proton" McLaughlin shares what it was like going from a TOPGUN student to TOPGUN instructor and then onto becoming the CO (Commanding Officer). We also hear what it was like to fly the F-16N and how it faired against...

  
• 09.03.2023

  AI # 293 : Eject! Eject! | Tahir Alam’s MiG-19 Story

  Tahir Alam shares his incredible story of his "failed" ejection in a PAF MiG-19! Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://amzn.to/3sehpaP  Use our Amazon affiliate link...

  
• 08.30.2023

  AI # 292 : The Real TOPGUN! | Kevin "Proton" McLaughlin *PART 1*

  Kevin “Proton” McLaughlin shares what it was like becoming a TOPGUN student flying the Hornet, the school syllabus, social life and much more! Strap in and enjoy. Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase...

  
• 08.20.2023

  AI # 291 : Flying The Draken A-4 Skyhawk | Tim “Nugget” Golden *PART 2*

  Former Marine fighter pilot, Tim "Nugget" Golden shares what it was like to fly and fight in the mighty A-4 Skyhawk with Draken! Fun fact, they use to fly with the Royal New Zealand Air Force. Help keep the channel going: Pick up...

  
• 08.14.2023

  AI # 290 : What's It Like To Command An F-5 Aggressor Squadron? | Tim "Nugget" Golden *PART 1*

  Former Marine fighter pilot, Tim "Nugget" Golden shares what it was like to fly he Marine F-5 and command VMFT-401 the "Snipers"! Enjoy Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase our Aviation Art Book,...

  
• 08.06.2023

  AI # 289 : Eject! Eject! | Mike “Nasty” Manazir’s Tomcat Story

  Here is the brilliant story of Nasty’s ejection from an F-14A Tomcat from VF-124! Strap in (no pun intended) as it’s a good one.  https://mikemanazir.com/ Learn How to Lead to Win: 33 Powerful Stories and Leadership Lessons - https://amzn.to/43UP3Ug https://twitter.com/manazirmike Help keep the channel going: Pick...

  
• 07.23.2023

  AI # 288 : Flying In The Falklands | Roy Macintyre *FULL*

  Roy Macintyre shares what it was like to live and fly in the Falklands which includes some great stories - one of my favorites is the flight when Roy got his 3000 hours in the F3! Enjoy Help keep the channel going: Pick...

  
• 07.16.2023

  AI # 287 : F-4G to F-15E & Flying In Combat | Starbaby Pietrucha *PART 2*

  Former USAF EWO, Starbaby shares what it was like transitioning from the F-4G to the F-15E, being stationed at RAF Lakenheath and flying in combat with some incredible stories! Help keep the channel going: Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview PATREON -...

  
• 07.09.2023

  AI # 286 : What’s It Like To Fly The F-4G Wild Weasel? | Starbaby Pietrucha *PART 1*

  Former F-4G Wild Weasel EWO, Starbaby Pietrucha shares what it was like going through F-4 training, what the role of the Wild Weasel Phantoms were, the munitions it could carry, flying in live theatres and much more.  As you can imagine,...

  
• 06.25.2023

  AI # 285 : Last F-14 Tomcat Demo RIO Interview | Joe "Smokin" Ruzicka *FULL*

  Strap in for a great interview as former F-14 Tomcat RIO, Joe “Smokin” Ruzicka, shares what it was like being an F-14A RIO which includes flying out of Japan and fighting against F-15Cs, plus flying on the last F-14D demo...

  
• 06.20.2023

  AI # 284 : Lynx to Wildcat | Simon Wilson *PART 2*

  Simon Wilson shares what it was like transitioning from the Royal Navy Lynx to the more modern Wildcat. We also hear what it was like to fly the Swordfish with Royal Navy Historic Flight.  Enjoy https://twitter.com/siwilson_flying https://www.instagram.com/siwilson_flying/ Filmed at http://www.newarkairmuseum.org Help keep the channel going: PATREON...

  
• 06.15.2023

  AI # 283 : What's It Like To Live On A USN Carrier? | "Wombat" (Hawkeye & Hornet Pilot)

  Want to know what it was like to work and live on a USN aircraft carrier?  You're in luck! Former E-2 and F/A-18 pilot, TR Matson aka "Wombat" talks us through what it was like to work, eat, sleep, entertain yourself...

  
• 06.11.2023

  AI # 282 : Flying the Royal Navy Lynx | Simon Wilson *PART 1*

  Former Royal Navy Lynx pilot, Simon Wilson shares what it was like going through helicopter training, his first time hovering, the cockpit, the strengths and weaknesses of the aircraft and much more! Enjoy. https://twitter.com/siwilson_flying https://www.instagram.com/siwilson_flying/ Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase...

  
• 06.05.2023

  AI # 281 : What's It Like Being An Airline Pilot? | Kam Majd *FULL*

  Kam Majd shares what it takes to become an airline pilot and we wrap by talking about his book, "High Wire". Enjoy https://kammajd.com/ https://twitter.com/KamMajdBooks https://www.instagram.com/KamMajdBooks/ https://www.facebook.com/KamMajdBooks Purchase our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://amzn.to/3sehpaP  Use our Amazon affiliate link when you purchase from Amazon as it...

  
• 05.28.2023

  AI # 280 : Flying the PAF Mirage III/V | Fahad Ibne Masood *PART 2*

  In part 2, Fahad shares more of experiences of flying the PAF Mirage III/V and we wrap up with some personal questions. Enjoy! https://om.linkedin.com/in/fahadibnemasood?trk=author_mini-profile_title Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://amzn.to/3sehpaP  Use our Amazon...

  
• 05.21.2023

  AI # 279 : What's It Like To Fly The PAF Mirage III/V? | Fahad Ibne Masood *PART 1*

  Former Pakistan fighter pilot, Fahad Ibne Masood shares what it was like to fly the PAF Mirage III/V in a variety of roles which includes some great stories, plus ging up against F-16s! Enjoy https://om.linkedin.com/in/fahadibnemasood?trk=author_mini-profile_title Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE -...

  
• 05.14.2023

  AI # 278 : Tornado F3 Exchange Pilot | Tim "Nugs" Golden *PART 2*

  Thank you to our sponsor Baltany watches where you can get £15 off any order with code AIRCREW via https://baltany.co.uk/ Former USMC Hornet pilot, "Nugs" shares what it was like to fly the F3 on his exchange tour, commanding an F-5...

  
• 05.07.2023

  AI # 277 : USMC Hornet to RAF Tornado F3 | Tim "Nugs" Golden *PART 1*

  Thank you to our sponsor Baltany watches where you can get £15 off any order with code AIRCREW via https://baltany.co.uk Former USMC Hornet pilot, Tim “Nugs” Golden, shares what it was like becoming a Marine, being selected to fly the F/A-18,...