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Episode 26 - Manufacturing the New Artemis Lunar Drill
On today’s show we’re getting an inside look at the design, testing and manufacturing processes at Honeybee Robotics, as they build a key component for the Orion Space...

Episode 25 - Hypersonic Flight & Heat Management
This episode will dive into the world of hypersonic flight, and how new methods of heat management could help usher in a new era for high-speed flight. Join us as we l...

Episode 24 - A Chief’s Take on Aviation in the Vietnam War
Explore the pivotal role of aviation in the Vietnam War alongside former USAF Chief of Staff General Ron R. Fogleman (Ret).Join us as we talk with Ron Fogleman, who ta...

Episode 23 - Gas Stations in Space!
This episode will dive into the world of orbital infrastructure – both the challenges and opportunities - through the lens of an on-orbit spacecraft refueling company,...

Episode 22 - Landing the A-10 Warthog Manually
This episode will dive into the story of Kim “KC” Campbell, one of the few pilots ever to land the Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II “Warthog” manually. Kim is a ...

Episode 21 - Apollo Astronaut & Museum Curator Discuss Apollo's Legacy
The Behind the Wings Podcast is back for Season 3!This episode delves into the legacy of the iconic Apollo program and its profound influence on NASA's ambitious Artem...

Season 3 Trailer | Behind the Wings
Calling all aviation lovers, space nerds, history buffs, and futurists – The Behind the Wings® Podcast is back for Season 3! Ready or not, strap in, because we have 1...

Episode 20 - Pioneers, Pacesetters, Possibilities
What is it about Colorado?Coloradans have had a major impact across every aspect of aviation and space exploration.Our state produced the first American flying ace, th...

Episode 19 - Colorado's First Lady Fighter Pilot
This episode will dive into the story of Tracy "JackieO" LaTourrette, Colorado’s first lady fighter pilot. LaTourrette graduated from the United States Air Force Acade...

Episode 18 - What is the Space Force?
Gain insight into the newest branch of the U.S. military- the Space Force.In this episode, we explore the creation and operations of the Space Force, the newest branch...

Episode 17 - Pilot Pathways: A Chick in the Cockpit
Explore the topic of pilot pathways – how people navigate the path to becoming a pilot.Our guests are Erika Armstrong and Val Blome. We will dive into Erika’s personal...

Episode 16 - The Tuskegee Helmet that Forged a Friendship
Meet the unlikely cast of characters who came together to reunite Col. James Randall with a piece of his past.We will get into many topics today all connecting back to...

Episode 15 - Accessibility in Space Exploration
Mission: AstroAccess - a crew of disabled scientists, aerospace professionals and artists based in America - is planning their second mission to explore how different ...

Episode 14 - Design, Deploy, Discover: The James Webb Space Telescope
Explore the James Webb Space Telescope and the impact it will have on our understanding of the universe.

Episode 13 - Delivering Blood, Organs & Pizza with Drones
A drone company delivers blood and pizza, but not in the same package!

Episode 12 - How Eileen Collins Blazed a Trail in Space
Strap in folks, we are going to Space with Eileen Collins, who blazed her own trail, defying the grip of Earth’s gravity, and breaking a glass ceiling into the cosmos.

Episode 11 - The History and Mission of The Civil Air Patrol
Trace The Civil Air Patrol's incredible history and learn about their mission today.

Season 2 Trailer | Behind the Wings
Calling all aviation lovers, space nerds, history buffs, and futurists – Behind the Wings® is back for Season 2! Published every other Monday.

Episode 10 - NASA is going back to the moon!
The Orion spacecraft is set to launch with Artemis I this fall!

Episode 9 - A 'Professor' of Spacewalking!
There's nothing simple about going for a walk 250 miles above the earth!

Episode 8 - The Radical Life of Legendary Aviatrix Amelia Earhart
We are all familiar with the name Amelia Earhart, but do we really know what she was like or what she believed in?

Episode 7 - Hap Arnold “The Father of the Air Force”
Hap Arnold, the Father of the Air Force, urged an independent air arm which he lived to see authorized in 1947.

Episode 6 - Family Insights on Aviation Pioneer Jimmy Doolittle
James H. Doolittle's granddaughter share's an inside look at a remarkable career in aviation.

Episode 5 - An Astronaut's Vision for the Future of Space Exploration
Steve Lindsey connects his experience as a NASA Astronaut, and his vision for the future of space exploration.

Episode 4 - Drones: From E-Sports to Industry
Explore new E-Sports like drone soccer, the role of drones in combat, artificial intelligence, and drone law.

Episode 3 - Sharon McDougle on Being a Modern Day Hidden Figure
Sharon Caples McDougle shares her journey from SR-71 suit tech to NASA crew chief.

Episode 2 - Mike Rabens on the F-14 Tomcat
Mike Rabens shares on the history, design features, and legacy of the iconic F-14 Tomcat.

Episode 1 – Keith Seiwell on Carl Spaatz's Life and Legacy
Wings sat down with CEO of the General Carl Spaatz National USAAF Museum, Keith Seiwell, to learn more about Spaatz's life and legacy.

Trailer | Behind the Wings
Calling all aviation lovers, space nerds, history buffs, and futurists – Behind the Wings® is now also a podcast! Published every other Monday.
