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    FPP177 - The End of VMFAT-101 (for now)

    FPP177 - The End of VMFAT-101 (for now)

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    FPP177 - The End of VMFAT-101 (for now)

    FromFighter Pilot Podcast

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    Length:
    64 minutes
    Released:
    Oct 2, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Description

    MCAS Miramar-based Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 101 closes its doors after 50+ years of teaching U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviators first in the F-4 Phantom and then the F/A-18 Hornet. On this episode, the final VMFAT-101 Commander, LtCol Ryan "Yoshi" Franzen and the -101 Operations Officer Maj Erik "Tucker" Rheinhart share the Sharpshooter history and legacy, and what's next for USMC F/A-18 training.Sponsored by National University. To find out more, visit nu.edu.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
    Released:
    Oct 2, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Titles in the series (100)

    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!