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FPP161 - High Risk Resupply Missions in Vietnam with Bob

FPP161 - High Risk Resupply Missions in Vietnam with Bob

FromFighter Pilot Podcast


FPP161 - High Risk Resupply Missions in Vietnam with Bob

FromFighter Pilot Podcast

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Length:
71 minutes
Released:
Mar 6, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Former U.S. Air Force cargo pilot Bob Strang describes flying the beloved but not-well-known C-7 Caribou on risky resupply missions during the Vietnam Conflict, often landing on extremely short runways freshly cut from the jungle with no navigational aids or runway markings—all while being fired upon by the enemy.Visit the C-7A Caribou Association:http://www.c-7acaribou.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
Released:
Mar 6, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Fighter Pilot Podcast explores the fascinating world of air combat: the aircraft, the weapons systems, and most importantly--the people. Each episode features a guest who helps explain the topic at hand such as how ejection seats work or what it's like to fly on and off nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. Strap in and hang on for this incredible show! If you love the roar of a high-speed flyby or are enamored by the poise and confidence of the brave men and women who pilot these aircraft, then this show is for you!