Fat Albert is the Blue Angels C-130 support aircraft that has  served as the team's primary transport since 1970.  However, many air show enthusiast know Fat Albert for the breath taking JATO takeoff if used to perform prior to 2009 when the team ceased using the rocket bottles as part of their demo.  In this episode of the podcast, you'll hear the origin story of the first Fat Albert JATO takeoff from former pilot, Steve Petit who served on the team from 1975 through 1977.  Steve also  details his military career including his selection process with the Blue Angels and shares insights and behind the scenes stories of what it was like to serve as a Fat Albert pilot during those early years.  Support the show