TAP #38: F-16 Test Pilot - Lt Col (Ret) Russ "Cranky" Prechtl

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TAP #38: F-16 Test Pilot - Lt Col (Ret) Russ "Cranky" Prechtl

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Sep 22, 2021

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"Cranky" has flown over 30 aircraft and is a graduate of Air Force Test Pilot's School. He has logged time in the B-17, F-111, MiG-21, F-5 to name just a few. On top of that he has logged over 3,000 in the mighty Viper.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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TAP #38: F-16 Test Pilot - Lt Col (Ret) Russ "Cranky" Prechtl

TAP #38: F-16 Test Pilot - Lt Col (Ret) Russ "Cranky" Prechtl

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