On this podcast, Maj. Waters, of Air Force Recruiting Service Detachment 1, sits down with Maj. Mason “Flint” Locke. In this episode, they discuss his pathway to become an F-16 Instructor Pilot, his upbringing in rural Texas, his journey through Reserve Officer Training, his combat deployment, and his perspective as an F-16 instructor.

The "Pathway to Wings" is Air Force Recruiting Service, Detachment. 1's official podcast. This podcast is designed for those looking to become Air Force aviators, and is hosted by Air Force aviators. This podcast strives to inform, influence, and inspire our future leaders by sharing real stories and experiences of what it's like to fly and the process it took to get there.