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On this week’s episode of AvTalk, United and Delta Air Lines face lawsuits for charging extra for window seats without a window. Serbian investigators reveal the extent of damages to a Marathon Airlines E195 during takeoff in Belgrade and the chain of errors leading up to the flight. A Finnair ATR (operated by NORRA) has an unfortunate incident with a ground power unit. Air Canada’s flight attendants return to work and a tentative agreement could be the first domino to fall in how flight attendants across the industry are paid. 
Helpful links for this week’s episode

* Marathon Airlines report
* Finnair ATR photo
* Ryanair Seat 11A (no window)
* Spirit Airlines flight through (over) Hurricane Erin

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AvTalk Episode 333: Whinging about windowless window seats

In July 2012, F-16 pilot Scott “Fester” Fredrick found himself in a fight for survival over the frigid North Pacific. What began as a routine movement flight from Misawa to Eielson turned into a catastrophic engine failure, forcing him to eject over open ocean and spend more than six hours in 55-degree water before rescue.In this episode, we dive into Fester’s incredible career — from chasing the B-2 Spirit during flight test, to combat over Iraq, to his harrowing ejection and rescue. We talk pilot training lessons, split-second decision making, survival training that saved his life, and how perspective changes after you’ve stared death in the face.Whether you’re into aviation, military history, or just a great story of resilience and skill under pressure, this one delivers.
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#137 Scott "Fester" Frederick | F-16 Fighter Pilot | Surviving an Ejection over the Pacific Ocean

OB397: Verifiably Visual Have a great week, and thanks for listening to Opposing Bases Air Traffic Talk! ✈️ Real pilots. Real controllers. Real talk. 🎙️ Visit OpposingBases.com for show notes, merch, and more. 🎧 Want early access, bonus content, and full back-catalog access? Join the crew and support the show at opposingbases.supercast.com —or visit the Support page on our website. 🗣️ Your feedback fuels the show! Use the Send Audio to AG and RH button on our site to record a message, or email us using the tier-specific address found on your Supercast dashboard. 🎵 Music bumpers by audionautix.com 📻 Third-party audio provided by liveatc.net

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Join host Rob Reider in Episode 111 of I Learned About Flying From That, featuring acclaimed air show pilot Anna Serbinenko, the "sky dancer". Anna recounts a harrowing incident during her Canadian Arctic Aviation Tour in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. After a successful performance, her routine post-landing 360-degree bow with air show smoke turned into an "oh sh*t moment" due to gusty, shifting winds. Anna shares the critical lessons learned, including the importance of never relaxing too soon and the need for counterintuitive control inputs in unexpected situations. 

This episode is sponsored by Avemco Insurance.

111. The Gusty Bow and the Prop Strike

A guest panel discusses aircraft accidents, air turbulence injuries, airline and airframer culture, pilot training and experience, FAA shortfalls, and other topics that impact the flying public. In the news, the 90-second evacuation rule, the fatal Jeju Air crash at Muan Airport, and Zunum Air’s suit against Boeing for the misappropriation of trade secrets.



Guests







Chris Manno became an Air Force pilot after graduation from college and served seven years as a squadron pilot in the Pacific. He flew as a pilot with American Airlines for 35 years and was a captain for 29 of those years. Over his career, Chris logged over 25,000 hours of jet time. He’s a cartoonist and author of many books. Chris has just written a new book based on actual airline incidents titled Whiskey Air. It's a fictionalized deep-dive into actual airline incidents.



James Albright co-wrote Whiskey Air. He’s a fellow USAF pilot (they flew together in a squadron in PACAF) who went on to command a USAF squadron, then retired and spent another twenty years as a corporate pilot. He also writes safety analysis for AvWeek.



Erin Applebaum is a Partner in the aviation practice at Kreindler & Kreindler LLP. She represents the interests of passengers severely injured or killed in general aviation and commercial airline accidents. Erin is currently on the team representing numerous victims of the DCA midair collision. She's also handling cases on behalf of several passengers from the February 2025 Delta Air Lines crash in Toronto. Erin is a foremost authority on litigating claims governed by the Montreal Convention, the international treaty on commercial air travel.



Erin’s other major cases at Kreindler include the Southwest Airlines Flight 1380 catastrophic engine failure and the Liberty Helicopters doors-off tour helicopter crash in the East River. For the past six years, Erin has played a key role in Kreindler’s fight against Boeing in the Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302/737 MAX litigation. She was appointed by the court as a member of the Plaintiffs’ Executive Committee for the Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 cases and was instrumental in the victims’ families’ effort to overturn the Deferred Prosecution Agreement between Boeing and the Department of Justice.



Discussion



In this episode’s roundtable, our guests bring their knowledge and experience to the discussion of important issues faced by the industry, including: 




The 90-second evacuation rule.



The liability of the airlines, airports, and the regulators.



Boeing’s corporate culture, reputation, and the DOJ’s criminal case.



Profit motives over safety.



Decision making in the cockpit and being the captain that sometimes has to say, “no.”



Lack of FAA oversight resources and the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).



Delegated oversight authority.



Injuries sustained due to air turbulence.




See:



Whiskey Air on Amazon



Chris Manno's author page



Code 7700 page by James Albright



Rough Skies Ahead: Legal Options for Turbulence Injuries [PDF] by Erin Applebaum and Taylor Sandella.



Aviation News



Senator Pushes FAA to Examine Aircraft Evacuation Rules



Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) sent a letter to the FAA asking the agency to compare its 90-second evacuation standard against recent incidents. The rule originated in the late 1960s and requires aircraft manufacturers to demonstrate during certification that all passengers and crew can evacuate the aircraft within 90 seconds, even with only half of the emergency exits available.



Duckworth’s letter: “While FAA has yet to disclose how long any of the referenced passenger evacuations took, these incidents once again raise serious questions about FAA’s 90-second evacuation standard as well as FAA’s assumptions about how evacuations occur in real world conditions (such as the assumption every passenger will comply with instructions to deplane without carry-on bags).”

860 The Edge of Disaster

Max talks with airline pilot and Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) Jim Pitman to clear up a persistent avionics myth: that pressing the APR (Approach) key activates a GPS approach. In reality, APR is part of the automatic flight control system (AFCS)—not the GPS navigator. Its function is to arm the flight director’s lateral and vertical capture modes so the autopilot (if engaged) can follow the approach path. You can also view a video version of this episode. Just look on the page for August 15, 2025 video. And while you're on that page, please sign up to support the show.     Jim’s “apples vs. oranges” analogy helps pilots keep the two systems straight: Apples = GPS navigator functions like activating an approach, sequencing waypoints, and CDI scaling. Oranges = AFCS/autopilot functions like heading, NAV, APR, and altitude hold modes. Max and Jim break down common scenarios in G1000 and Garmin Perspective+ cockpits, including:  How to know an approach is active (look for magenta waypoint below the approach title). Why APR is often pressed at the wrong time—and how that can disarm modes. When to press NAV instead of APR (e.g., intercepting before clearance). How to interpret scaling modes (LPV, LNAV, terminal, en route) inside the HSI. Using OBS mode effectively and when to turn it off.  They also discuss common checkride errors, such as failing to deselect OBS or mishandling the SUSP (suspend) key during a hold. Jim explains why the FAA expects private pilot applicants to demonstrate basic knowledge of installed automation—even without an instrument rating. You’ll hear practical techniques to avoid “automation surprise,” like keeping the active flight plan visible, always checking the flight mode annunciator (“scoreboard”) before and after pressing a button, and using the “look–press–look” habit. Finally, they clarify the confusion between loading and activating an approach: often, the best way to start is simply going direct to the IAF or IF rather than pressing “Activate Approach.” Pilots can download Jim’s free “G1000 Common Errors & Solutions” guide at flywithjim.com/G1000 and  Whether you fly glass-cockpit IFR regularly or are just starting instrument training, this episode will help you use the APR key correctly, fly more precise GPS approaches, and avoid costly autopilot errors. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon.   Support the Show by buying a Lightspeed ANR Headsets Max has been using only Lightspeed headsets for nearly 25 years! I love their tradeup program that let's you trade in an older Lightspeed headset for a newer model. Start with one of the links below, and Lightspeed will pay a referral fee to support Aviation News Talk.  Lightspeed Delta Zulu Headset $1299  NEW - Lightspeed Zulu 4 Headset $1099  Lightspeed Zulu 3 Headset $949Lightspeed Sierra Headset $749  My Review on the Lightspeed Delta Zulu   Send us your feedback or comments via email   If you have a question you’d like answered on the show, let listeners hear you ask the question, by recording your listener question using your phone.   Mentioned on the Show Buy Max Trescott's G3000 Book Call 800-247-6553 Win a Free Headset: Lightspeed Delta Zulu Headset Giveaway NTSB News Talk Podcast    NTSB News Talk on Apple Podcasts App    NTSB News Talk on Spotify App UAV News Talk Podcast Rotary Wing Show Podcast Video Version of this Episode! Watch it for free on Patreon Jim Pitman's website and APR slides Free Index to the first 282 episodes of Aviation New Talk    So You Want To Learn to Fly or Buy a Cirrus seminars Online Version of the Seminar Coming Soon – Register for Notification    Check out our recommended ADS-B receivers, and order one for yourself. Yes, we’ll make a couple of dollars if you do.   Get the Free Aviation News Talk app for iOS or Android.   Check out Max’s Online Courses: G1000 VFR, G1000 IFR, and Flying WAAS & GPS Approaches. Find them all at: https://www.pilotlearning.com/   Social Media Like Aviation News Talk podcast on Facebook Follow Max on Instagram Follow Max on Twitter Listen to all Aviation News Talk podcasts on YouTube or YouTube Premium   "Go Around" song used by permission of Ken Dravis; you can buy his music at kendravis.com If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.

397 APR Key Explained: GPS Approach & Autopilot Errors to Avoid with DPE Jim Pitman

Flying High with Charlie Gasmire: Lessons from the Cockpit and BeyondJoin us as we soar into the world of aviation with Charlie Gasmire, the brain behind Airplane Academy. With a family legacy of aviators, Charlie’s journey from a young boy inspired by his grandfather and father to a successful pilot and entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we dive deep into Charlie's experiences, discussing the ups and downs of becoming a pilot, the importance of mentorship, and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives him to create valuable content for aspiring aviators. Charlie shares his insights on what it takes to own an aircraft, the process of buying a 182, and the joys and challenges of flying with family. From the thrill of soloing on his 16th birthday to the practicalities of aviation ownership, Charlie's story is a testament to the dedication and passion required in this field. We also touch on the importance of creating community and encouraging others to pursue their dreams of flying, making this episode a must-listen for anyone with a passion for aviation.Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or just starting out, Charlie's experiences and advice provide a wealth of knowledge and encouragement. Tune in to discover how you can embark on your own aviation journey and perhaps find your own place in the skies.Takeaways: Becoming a pilot is a journey filled with adventure, and it's essential to embrace the process, taking actionable steps towards your dream, just as Charlie did from a young age.  Owning a plane like the Cessna 182 provides flexibility and freedom, allowing spontaneous trips and memorable family adventures, reinforcing the joy of aviation.  The transition from renting to ownership comes with unique financial realities, where the unexpected costs can be daunting, but the rewards of flying make it worthwhile.  Charlie emphasizes the importance of sharing mistakes in aviation to help others learn, showcasing the value of community and support among pilots.  Airplane Academy is not just a business; it's a passion project aimed at inspiring others to pursue their aviation dreams, emphasizing that anyone can become a pilot.  Having a mission, whether it's flying for fun or taking friends up, helps maintain enthusiasm for flying, even when busy schedules try to hold you back. 

E338 - No Regrets: Why You Should Take the Leap into Aviation

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APG 673 SHOW NOTES WITH LINKS AND PICS

00:00:00 Introduction
00:05:21 NEWS
00:05:38 UPS B747-800 Engine Pod Strike on Landing in Taiwan
00:13:58 Lingus A321-200N at IAD on Aug 30th 2023, False Landing and Tail Strike
00:24:18 INVESTIGATIVE HEARINGS - PSA CRJ7 Midair Collision With Army Helicopter DCA
00:27:00 Spanish F/A-18 Hornet Seen Nearly Crashing Into Surf During Beach Airshow
00:33:01 That Helicopter Is Coming Pretty Close
00:41:49 2 Dead After Utility Helicopter Crashes Onto Barge in Mississippi River
00:47:46 Spirit Airlines Warning It May Not Survive Another Year
00:53:44 Veteran EasyJet Captain Suspended After Stripping Naked In Hotel Bar During Drinking Session
00:59:37 A USMC TAV-8B Harrier from VMAT-203 Suffered a Landing Gear Malfunction When Trying to Teturn to MCAS Cherry Point
01:05:27 New Zealand Herc Crew Hailed for Antarctic Rescue
01:07:40 Astronaut James Lovell, Commander of Apollo 13, Dies at 97
01:12:18 GETTING TO KNOW US
01:41:45 FEEDBACK
01:42:05 Bob Judson - Nick Anderson on Leading 4 Life Podcast
01:47:51 Captain Al - Love of Grey
01:53:20 WRAP UP


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Dylan and Max connect from hotel rooms across the West, with Max prepping for his Cub camping trip to Idaho and Dylan testing out foam ear tips for his ProFlight headset (link in the show notes). In the Mailbag, listeners weigh in on commuting trade-offs, a gear-down hydraulic improvisation involving bottled water, and flying under Bravo airspace with “raw dog radios.” Flight Advice tackles a business aviation bait-and-switch: hard days off evaporating into 24/7 on-call duty. The hosts dig into leverage, contracts, and how to sniff out a toxic flight department. Comply 400 Foam tips for Bose Proflight   Show Notes 0:00 Intro  3:34 CPDLC & Sh!t Landings 11:58 Many Musings 15:46 Gear Review: Bose ProFlight Headset 20:55 Upcoming Education 25:07 Reviews & Comments 28:07 Mailbag 45:51 Flight Advice   Our sponsors: Harvey Watt, offers the only true Loss of Medical License Insurance available to individuals and small groups. Because Harvey Watt manages most airlines' plans, they can assist you in identifying the right coverage to supplement your airline’s plan. Many buy coverage to supplement the loss of retirement benefits while grounded. Visit harveywatt.com to learn more! -- Advanced Aircrew Academy enables flight operations to fulfill their training needs in the most efficient and affordable way—anywhere, at any time. We do this by providing high-quality professional pilot, flight attendant, flight coordinator, maintenance, and line service training modules delivered via the web using a world-class online aviation training system. Visit aircrewacademy.com to learn more! --  Tim Pope is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a pilot. His financial planning practice provides services to aviation professionals and aviation 401k plans. Tim helps clients pursue their financial goals by defining them, organizing & optimizing resources, planning, implementing, and monitoring their financial plan. Visit https://link.21fivepodcast.com/timothy-pope to learn more. Check out Tim's podcast: The Pilot's Portfolio podcast -- VSL ACE Guide Version – Your All-in-One Pilot Training Resource Stay ahead in your aviation journey with the VSL ACE Guide, meticulously crafted to provide everything you need for pilot training and certification. This guide includes the most up-to-date Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), and Instrument Instructor (CFII) ratings. 21Five listeners get a discount on the guide, click here to learn more! VAERUS MEANS RIGHT, TRUE, AND REAL. Buy or sell an aircraft the right way, using a true partner, to make your dream of flight real. Connect with Brooks at Vaerus Jet Sales | Learn more about the DC-3 Referral Program  --  The 21.5 Podcast is supported by our friends at ProPilotWorld.com - The Premier Information & Networking Resource for Professional Pilots  -- Do you have feedback, suggestions, or a great aviation story to share? Email us info@21fivepodcast.com Check out our Instagram feed @21FivePodcast for more great content and to see our collection of aviation license plates. The statements made in this show are our own opinions and do not reflect, nor were they under any direction of any of our employers.

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179. What Happened to Those “Hard Days Off” You Promised Me?

A 2008 mid-air collision between an F/A-18 Hornet and F-5F Tiger II near Naval Air Station Fallon, Nevada left one pilot dead, two aircraft destroyed, and dozens of squadron mates, family, and friends changed forever.This concluding episode of The Merge features the widow of the lost pilot, Jeremy &#34;Suge&#34; Wise.Brought to you by BVR Productions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

The Merge-6: The Family of the Lost

Episode Summary:








This week we’re talking about what it’ll take to project airpower into the heart of the fight in a conflict with China. Most of the time we think about enemy fighter planes, surface-to-air missiles, and AAA, but the biggest challenge might come down to electromagnetic spectrum operations. China has long-studied US warfighting constructs and they know that our forces are highly reliant on networked operations. Whether thinking about command and control, teaming mission assets real-time, or taking advantage of connectivity to space… the American way of war, especially airpower, requires a lot of connectivity. They’ve focused a tremendous amount of energy to degrade and deny this communication. That has huge implications for our forces.
It’s exactly what Mike Dahm investigated in his latest report—Disconnected by Design—Fifth and Sixth Generation Aircraft in Disaggregated Collaborative Air Operations. The concept relies upon a force of fifth and sixth-generation aircraft, plus CCA, that can penetrate adversary air defenses, sensing, coordinating, and executing individual actions at the tactical edge of the battlespace.








Credits:
Host: Douglas Birkey, Executive Director, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies
Producer: Shane Thin 
Executive Producer: Douglas Birkey
Guest: J. Michael "JDAM" Dahm, Senior Fellow for Aerospace and China Studies, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies
Guest: Col. Russell "Big" Badowski, Assistant Professor, Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy, National Defense University

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Disconnected by Design: The Case for 5th and 6th Generation Airpower — Ep. 251

This week on The Lowdown military aviation news: Hungarian MiG-29 theft – Thieves broke into Kecskemét Air Base and stole radar components from retired MiG-29 fighters. Was it an inside job inside NATO territory? F-15 accidental ejection – At Barnes Air National Guard Base a passenger unexpectedly ejected from an F-15D during taxi. We break down how this could happen. MQ-9 Reaper crash – A $13 million Reaper drone was lost in the Mediterranean Sea after a propeller failure. Singapore cancels Guam F-15 training plan – Why Singapore and the United States decided not to move forward with this fighter detachment. B-2 bomber Alaska appearance – A stealth bomber and F-35 escorts arrive during the Putin and Trump Alaska event. 
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Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sergeant Justin Lillie shares the story of an engine failure in his Mooney during an IFR cross-country flight with his family.

Episode 86: Engine Failure Over New Mexico

On this week’s episode of AvTalk, Spirit Airlines’ second quarter earnings report raises “ongoing concern” concerns and paints a bleak portrait of the airline’s future. A French notification about a Swiss investigation tips us off to a close call by an Aegean A320neo from last November.
Brazilian investigators release their final report on the collision between a GOL 737 MAX and a truck on the runway and reveal the incredible sequence of events the prevented the accident from being much, much worse and also how it could have been avoided entirely.
The US DOT Office of Inspector General has launched an audit of the FAA’s airspace organization around DCA airport and the ADS-B exceptions provided to military aircraft.
Chile has agreed to drop the charges against Ethan Guo, the pilot who landed at Chile’s Antarctic base, but Guo is still stuck for the time being.
Helpful links for this week’s episode

* Spirit Airlines Q2 financial report
* Aegean Airlines flight
* GOL 737 MAX vs truck final report
* US DOT OIG audit announcement

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AvTalk Episode 332: “Ongoing concern” concerns

How old is too old to be a pilot? It's a question we get a lot on Mentour and it's something that Petter and Ben will be diving into today as well as what happens when you start reaching closer to retirement age.For more content about aviation incidents, find Mentour Pilot on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MentourNowFor more analysis of the aviation industry, find Mentour Now! on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MentourNowAnd consider supporting the channel on Patreon, where you'll find bonus content, exclusive live hangouts with Petter, and early access videos: https://www.patreon.com/c/mentourpilot/home Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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When are you TOO OLD To Become a Pilot? (Audio-Only)

Learning to fly does not mean learning to travel by light airplane. In this episode, longtime aviation journalist Tom Haines shares tips he’s learned from a lifetime of cross-country flying in piston airplanes, including many he learned while flying with the late Richard Collins. Tom is also deeply involved in efforts to prevent poaching in Africa, so he describes the unique uses of CubCrafters airplanes in Namibia. In the Ready to Copy segment, Tom talks about flying the B-25, when he thinks unleaded avgas will be available, and his advice for new airplane owners.SHOW LINKS:* ERP Air Wing: https://www.erp.ngo/* Air Care Alliance: https://www.aircarealliance.org/* Lightspeed Zulu 4: https://www.sportys.com/zulu4

Learning to travel by light airplane, with Tom Haines

August in flight safety: at least 40 reportable events in just 12 days. The Flight Safety Detectives have reason to believe the number of events is even higher.

Flight Safety Detectives

40+ Reportable Aviation Events in 12 Days & NTSB Reports Fall Short - Episode 289


We depart from the Red Bull X-Alps in this episode and dive into a whole bunch of questions that have come in this past year from our listeners. And instead of answering them on my own we return to Karlis Jaunpetrovičs, former test pilot for BGD and current head of his own instructional SIV, coaching, and guiding (as well as running competitions) company Flying Karlis. We cover a lot of very solid ground here, especially when we got into reserves. Topics include:



•⁠ ⁠Stepping down in glider class



•⁠ ⁠Stepping up in glider class



•⁠ ⁠All about harnesses… open vs pod, fairing vs no fairing, seatboard vs hammock, sub vs non-sub.&nbsp;



•⁠ ⁠Coming back to paragliding after being away from it



•⁠ ⁠Stepping away from PG, what’s on the other side?



•⁠ ⁠A more practical discussion about SIV, also practicing maneuvers outside of SIV



•⁠ ⁠How to climb better



•⁠ ⁠How to forecast better



•⁠ ⁠How to glide better, and everyday speedbar use



•⁠ ⁠Mitigating the testosterone driven decision making afflicting our sport



•⁠ ⁠All about reserves from a reserve expert (round vs square vs rogallo, lightweight vs regular weight, how to decide the actual right size, actual lifespan of reserves, repacking them safely, factors on reserve/bridle connections, sink rate, why isn’t projected area advertised? In depth discussion about down-planing and size of reserves relative to size of wing, tips on throwing in different situations)”



Enjoy!













Cloudbase Mayhem Podcast

#253 Ask Me Anything with Karlis Jaunpetrovičs

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OB396: The Top Gun of ATC

Retired Marine AV-8B Harrier pilot, “Cutter,” brings stories that are equal parts funny and awe-inspiring. He kicks off with the 2005 twelve-ship departure from al-Asad—skimming the Saudi desert on fumes, praying the tankers showed up—before pushing through a 10.5-hour odyssey to Rota, Spain. He rewinds to OCS at Camp Upshur with 300 candidates lined up for a cold gamma-globulin shot, then to flight school in T-2s that needed a literal bicycle pump to make the radio work. Cutter recounts the logging cable in Japan that shredded his wing at 480 knots, and the engine fire in Yuma that ended in an ejection so violent it still rattles him. He explains how smart fixes and blade blending saved Harrier engines, why “Hobbitville” became a deployment, and how commanding MCAS Yuma eventually led to teaching in Vermont. It’s fast, funny, and human: Marine brotherhood, cockpit chaos, and leadership lessons from a Colonel who’s seen it all. Stick around for the Extra—Cutter at Mach .99 over on Patreon!