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Episode 40 - Stunt Flying for Top Gun: Maverick
Former F-18 and Blue Angels pilot, Scott Kartvedt, takes us behind the scenes of flying in Top Gun: Maverick.In this episode hear behind-the-scenes stories of how some...
Episode 39 - Flying the Space Shuttle
In 1996, astronaut Tom Henricks became the first Space Shuttle pilot/commander to log 1,000 hours in space. Tom tells us about his time as an F-4 pilot and F-16 test p...
Episode 38 - Lessons From Vietnam Aerial Warfare
From aggressor training to the F-15, the United States military addressed several shortcomings after the Vietnam War.Today, we are excited to speak with a retired F-4 ...
Episode 37 - The Pilot Mental Health Paradox
For Mental Health Awareness Month, we explore the critical challenges pilots face while suffering from mental health issues and discuss possible individual and organiz...
Episode 36 - In Case of Emergency
Explore the evolution of cabin safety and learn how it could save your life. Today, we are excited to talk with retired Cabin Safety Specialist, and Wings Over the Roc...
Episode 35 - 14 SAMs in 15 Minutes
Today, in celebration of National Volunteer Month, we are excited to speak with Wings Over the Rockies volunteer, Phil Mentesana. Phil shares personal stories about hi...
Episode 34 - The First VR Spacewalk
A first-of-its-kind virtual reality spacewalk experience. Space Explorers: THE INFINITE is a captivating immersive journey inspired by NASA missions aboard the Intern...
Episode 33 - The Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) of WWII
In celebration of Women's History Month, dive into the story of the first female Air Force pilots and their roles during World War II. Today's episode tells us about t...
Episode 32 - Defying Death and Breaking Records
Fly to all fifty states in this in-depth conversation about a record-breaking flight and airplane.Today, we are excited to speak with world-record-holding pilot, Micha...
Episode 31 - The First Black Astronaut Candidate
The first Black astronaut candidate talks about his experiences with the astronaut program in this in-depth conversation about his pioneering space journey.Welcome to ...
Season 4 Trailer | Behind the Wings
The Behind the Wings Podcast is back this February with Season 4 and 10 new episodes! Hear from Ed Dwight Jr, the first Black astronaut candidate, world record holder ...
Episode 30 - America's Secret MiG-23s
An American MiG-23 pilot reveals long-held secrets in this in-depth conversation about a declassified program, Constant Peg. On today's show, we’ll meet John Mann who ...
Episode 29 - The World's First Astronomers
This episode will dive into the history of some of the world’s first astronomers, exploring how their knowledge has been passed down for more than 60,000 years. We are...
Episode 28 - Red Tails and Blue Skies: Tuskegee Today
The Tuskegee Airmen were an experiment by the US Army Air Corps to determine whether Black pilots could handle military flying. It turns out they could! But the Tuskeg...
Episode 27 - AI in Aviation
This episode will dive into the cutting-edge realm of AI in aviation, with a particular focus on its military applications. From autonomous wingmen drones to predictiv...
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!