An update on Saab's latest fighter aircraft system developed to counter and defeat advanced future threats.

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Saab Gripen E Update

The Fighter Pilot Podcast explores the fascinating world of air combat: the aircraft, the weapons systems, and most importantly—the people. Episodes typically feature guests who help explain various military aviation-themed topics, such as how ejection seats work or what it&#39;s like to fly on and off nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. 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 aircraft, then this show is for you! 
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On this episode of 'On Future War', Mike "Pako" Benitez and Andrew "Scar" Van Timmeren discuss the differences between fourth and fifth-generation fighter jets, focusing on the F-22 and F-35, with insights on the learning curve and intuitive nature of the Lightning II compared to the complexity of the Raptor.

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OFW-4: 5th Generation Fighters

A discussion with three-time U.S. Navy Blue Angels commander, Greg "Rug Dance" Wooldridge, about leading the team and his involvement in two documentaries: the 1994 'Around the World at the Speed of Sound' and the 2024 iMax spectacular.

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FPP191 - Leading (and Filming!) the Blue Angels

The first interview of our new guest host, former Royal Navy pilot Paul "Tremors" Tremelling, with his longtime chum, former Royal Air Force pilot John "JP" Parker.

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Buccaneers and Tornados and Sea Harriers, Oh My!

A discussion on being the challenges of being the Navy's Blue Angels demonstration squadron commander, especially when they change aircraft between show seasons.

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FPP190 - What it's like to Lead the Blue Angels

On this episode of 'On Future War', Mike "Pako" Benitez, Dr. Lance "Boil" Lewis, and Scott "Roger" Chafian. explore the background and rationale behind the Marine Corps' Force Design 2030, which fundamentally changes the doctrine and operating concepts of the U.S. Marine Corps.

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Saab Gripen E Update

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