WARBIRD RADIO – One of the least told airman stories of World War Two is that of the Army Air Corps glider pilot.  Bill Cheloas was one of hundreds of pilots that flew troop transport gliders into combat in the last years of the war.The IX Troop Carrier Command flew WACO CG-4A gliders full of troops across the Rhine River on March 24, 1945 in what was called Operation Varsity, the largest operation of it’s kind.

Bill tells us the story of his flight into Germany, under fire and unarmed, an amazing glimpse into the last airborne operation of WWII.

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WARBIRD RADIO – After surviving an IED blast in Iraq, Steve Reichert was medically retired from the USMC. Steve is credited with a kill of an insurgent from over 1600 meters when he was deployed to Iraq in 2004.  He founded Tier 1 Group, which specialized in training for defense and other government agencies, and grew the company to an industry leader for defense and tactical training.

HISTORY WORTH SAVING - Listening saves lives, especially Chris Hood's. Chris was trapped in a disastrous health situation and saved by a doctor who listened. Today, Chris makes his living studying data and listening to clients. His story is a blunt reminder of why we have two ears and one mouth. QUICK LINK: https://www.theconversionmill.com

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WARBIRD RADIO- Rob’s back from winter training with the Blue Angels and shares the story!  Plus, Ric covers all the airshow news he can find.  Matt might have the flu…time will tell.  

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WARBIRD RADIO – The Vintage Flying Museum at Meacham Field in Fort Worth, Texas is a busy place in the winter months. Crew Chief Bill Gorin joins Zane Adams on a new episode of the Texas Warbird Report to give us the scoop on annual maintenance and other happenings around the museum as well as an update on the 2020 National Warbird Operator Conference that just concluded in Alabama.

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WARBIRD RADIO – It’s our February show! Since this entire month celebrates love, here’s an episode devoted to a lovebird’s warbird.  Tom Reilly and his XP-82 is the perfect warbird for anyone looking to get their special someone a unique gift.  Tandem bicycle says “we do everything together” – the world’s only flying Twin Mustang says “we do everything together – but way cooler.”  It truly is the perfect warbird for two lovebirds.

Currently Tom’s restoring two B-17’s and a P-51D at his shop in Douglas, Georgia.  On this episode you’ll hear a complete update on all the projects – plus some news about the XP-82.  Subscribe today and never miss an episode!

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WARBIRD RADIO – From fighting ISIS in Afghanistan to instructing in the F-35,  “Fifty” talks about his journey in the Air Force.  This episode covers everything from his initial medical disqualification to flying the most advanced fighter ever built.  Also, we hit on why the F-35 evolution of the F-35, bad press, and how it is not a replacement for the A-10.

WARBIRD RADIO – North America’s favorite jet truck driver Chris Darnell talks about the all new Shockwave – TOP GUN Edition.  Plus, the guys discuss an important safety warning about weighted blankets.

HISTORY WORTH SAVING - This is a story about friendship. Author Mark Stevens talks about his late friend Gary Reilly, a Vietnam Veteran, Denver cab driver and failed novelist who left behind a staggering 25 completed manuscripts. Today, Mark is working to get Gary's novels published and his loyal fan base is hungry for more. QUICK LINK: http://theasphaltwarrior.com QUICK LINK: https://www.writermarkstevens.com

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WARBIRD RADIO – On this episode the guys waist yet another half hour of your time.  Television superstar and social media influencer Steph Stricklen talks about her ground school training and Ric reveals some airshow music trivia.