"SLUF" began his career flying A-7's with two tours to Korat Airbase where he flew 63 missions, including the Mayaguez incident. He has seen a few things in his day and shares a bit of his story. 
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TAP #29: Steve "Sluf" Abshier - A-7, F-5, F-16, T-38, A-10, 727, 737, 747, & 777

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In Episode 101 of the Afterburn Podcast, host John "Rain" Waters sits down with Joe Weiss, a nuclear engineer and pioneer in ICS cybersecurity, to discuss the critical importance of securing industrial control systems. With over 40 years of experience in industrial instrumentation, control systems, and automation, Joe sheds light on the vulnerabilities within our infrastructure that are often overlooked. From power plants and water systems to the complex networks that keep our daily lives running, Joe explains how these systems are at risk and what needs to be done to protect them. This eye-opening conversation is essential for anyone interested in cybersecurity, industrial systems, and the future of our nation's critical infrastructure. 
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#102 Joe Weiss | Critical Infrastructure Attack: The Cybersecurity Risks We Ignore

In this episode of the Afterburn Podcast, John "Rain" Waters and Mike "Flash" McVay sit down with Hal Sundt, author of "Warplane: How the Military Reformers Birthed the A-10 Warthog." https://amzn.to/3VC9B3i 
 Join us as we dive into the story behind the A-10's development, its impact on modern warfare, and the key figures who championed its creation. Hal shares insights from his extensive research and interviews, revealing the challenges and triumphs that led to the birth of this iconic aircraft. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or a history buff, this episode offers a deep dive into the world of military aviation and the legacy of the A-10 Warthog. Warplane: How the Military Reformers Birthed the A-10 Warthog : https://amzn.to/3VC9B3i 
 

#101 Hal Sundt | Birth of the A-10 Warthog

Episode 100 of  @AfterburnPodcast  with Colonel (Ret) Scott 'Soup' Campbell shares his experiences and insights from his time flying the A-10 during the early days of Afghanistan. Col. Campbell led the first and second A-10 missions into Afghanistan during OPERATION ANACONDA. He was awarded three Distinguished Flying Crosses (citations link below) as a result of those early combat missions. He is a former A-10 Weapons School graduate and instructor.  
 Distinguished Flying Cross Citations: https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/post/col-scott-soup-campbell-distinguished-flying-cross-citations 
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#100 Col (Ret) Scott "Soup" Campbell | 3x Distinguished Flying Cross | Operation Anaconda  |

Mike "Flash" McVay hosts episode 99 of  @AfterburnPodcast  for a "Hawg" Bro Chat. "Flash" is joined by fellow A-10 pilots (although "Flash" has since abandoned them and moved onto the F-16 and now F-35). He is joined by Dan "Satan" Levy, Dan “Duffle” Lusardi, and Ridge “Kelso” Flick.  They share their unique perspectives on the A-10 community, the culture, and the mindset of A-10 pilots. They discuss the importance of preserving the Hawg driver mentality and the need for experienced pilots to pass on their knowledge. They also touch on the changing landscape of warfare and the challenges faced by the next generation of pilots.  
 

#99 Bro Chat - Hawg Edition | Hosted by Mike "Flash" McVay

Jack "Farely" Stewart returns to the podcast to share his experience as a US Navy Adversary Pilot and their roles and responsibilities. His second book, Outlaw, is now available.  

TAP #29: Steve "Sluf" Abshier - A-7, F-5, F-16, T-38, A-10, 727, 737, 747, & 777

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