Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXIV: Regarding close-in, high velocity, aerial combat, you may ask: what is it; why do I need to know about it; how is this good for me? Captain Smith discusses all of these questions this week.

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXVIII: This week Captain Smith encourages everyone to think like a fighter pilot by doing the following: 1) think critically, 2) clarify what is real and true, 3) exploit velocity, 4) manage trajectory, and 5) achieve mission success! Find all of Captain Smith’s podcasts on his website ThrottleUpRadio.com.

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXVII: Captain Smith says “Fighter pilots employ that which is necessary to achieve mission success in an uncertain and complex world.” We need to understand those methods. Listen to the discussion!

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXVI: In this episode Captain Smith discusses what it means to be willing and able to “build and create”. And why as humans we need to be able to do this.

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXV: Captain Smith discusses his recent author event at the Henderson Barnes and Noble, Las Vegas, NV. He recognizes the growing desire in our culture for men and women that can actually lead and get things done.

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXIV: Captain Smith discusses the legacy of Colonel Tommy Hitchcock, U.S. Army Air Force, a leading P-51 Mustang pilot and the first Top Gun “Maverick”. Why is this important? Join the discussion and find out for yourself!

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXIII: Let us consider how well we are thinking… Captain Smith’s observation: Not very well! If we agree, then what do we do about it? Captain Smith’s answer: Think like a fighter pilot! Fighter pilots live in a high velocity world in which complexity and uncertainty prevail. They … Continue reading "Throttle-Up® Episode: Jan. 28 & 29, 2023"

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXII: Join Captain Kevin Smith in his discussion of becoming a first generation Sonic Warrior and Top Gun pioneer. What is the significance of these accomplishments and how did he do it?

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXXI: 2023 – The Year of Change. Captain Kevin Smith: 60 years ago, in 1963, I entered a completely new world in which humans just began to occupy a world in which they had no operational or theoretical knowledge. In 2023 we all are doing that which I … Continue reading "Throttle-Up® Episode: Jan. 7 & 8, 2023"

Think Like a Fighter Pilot – Part XXVIII first broadcast Dec. 3, 2022: Captain Smith shares with the audience that speaking at the USS Midway Museum and the Yanks Air Museum was an honor. At both events he discussed the quality and effectiveness of thinking and reasoning when engaged in high-stakes operations under challenging conditions. … Continue reading "Throttle-Up® Episode: Dec. 31 & Jan. 1, 2023"