Best RAAF Podcasts (2024)

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Workhorse - E34 - Special Ops Development with Greg Evans and John Samulski 1:37:30

2h ago1:37:30

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This episode dives into the details of how the Special Operations role evolved within 36SQN during the 1980s and 90s. Greg Evans and John Samulski provide great insight into the reasons for developing the SPECOPS role and how it evolved over time in the Royal Australian Air Force. The discussion roams across the tactics techniques and procedures (T…

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AI # 335 : Dogfighting in the F-5 & A-4 | Tim “Nugget” Golden PART 2 22:16

2h ago22:16

22:16

Former USMC F-5 pilot and Draken A-4 pilot, Tim "Nugget" Golden, shares what it was like to fly against the USN and USAF in these two amazing jets! Watch part 1 - https://youtu.be/b9nShyHW0l0?si=7nYu6lMhXICFztkM Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/ai…

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AI # 334 : Fighter Pilot Explains Dogfighting | Tim "Nugget" Golden PART 1 32:11

3h ago32:11

32:11

Former USMC F/A-18 Hornet and Tornado F3 (exchange tour), F-5 & A-4 pilot, Tim "Nugget" Golden, talks us through BFM and DACT which includes some great stories. Strap in and enjoy! Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://…

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AI # 333 : USAF F-16 Fighter Pilot Stories | Karl Gruner PART 2 27:46

17d ago27:46

27:46

Former F-16C pilot, Karl Gruner shares some brilliant stories from his time flying the mighty Viper! Watch part 1 - https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/f111stories-kg/ Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinte…

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AI # 332 : F-111 at Red Flag & Aardvark Emergencies | Karl Gruner PART 1 24:00

22d ago24:00

24:00

Former USAF F-111 pilot, Karl Gruner shares some great stories from his time flying the mighty Aardvark. Strap in and enjoy! Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase our Aviation Ar…

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AI # 331 : Eject! Eject! | Jon "Herbie" Hancock's Phantom Story 57:26

12d ago57:26

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Former RAF Phantom nav, Jon "Herbie" Hancock shares his incredible ejection story from a FG1 in 1987. Strap in and enjoy! Filmed at https://www.nelsam.org.uk/ Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.t…

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Thanksforyourservice Podcast 73- Cowra Breakout 80th anniversary 23:22

26d ago23:22

23:22

Welcome to podcast number 73 for Thanks for your Service. Our focus is on historical topics relating to the Australian military. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter and Youtube. Just search for Thanks For Your Service. Our website is www.thanksforyourservice.net . You can also email us at info@thanksforyourservice.net On the 5th of August 1944 the…

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Workhorse - E33 - OPs Sailcloth - Morris Dance - Immune with Peter Wood 58:02

16d ago58:02

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Operations in the Southwest Pacific during the late 1980s and early-mid 90s are discussed with C-130 pilot Peter 'Wedge' Wood, along with his experiences in Papua New Guinea and as Officer Commanding 84 Wing. Additionally, Wedge's experiences of Operation Immune are discussed at length. Operations covered include: Delivery of riot gear to Port Vila…

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Workhorse - E32 - Maintenance 1975-1997 with David Richardson 1:02:55

28d ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Dave 'Richo' Richardson discusses a broad range of maintenance topics spanning the 1975-1997 era, including: Corrosion and Fatigue Boron fibre repairs C-130E wing repairs C-130E outer wing swap C-130H wing design Paint schemes Electronic warfare modifications Maintenance reorganisation Engine sulphidation Operating cost reductions (removing wing ta…

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AI # 330 : RAAF F-111 Pilot Stories | Mike Crain FULL 39:36

1M ago39:36

39:36

Former RAAF pilot, Mike Cain shares some great stories from flying the "Pig"! Enjoy Keep an eye out for Mike's interview with MAVGEEKS via https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mavgeeks-a-military-aircraft-obsession/id1585174957 Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://w…

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Workhorse - E31 - Strategic Circumstances from mid 70s - mid 90s 14:54

1M ago14:54

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This episode explores the 'Defence of Australia' years and how this strategy impacted C-130 operations. The impact of the Dibb Review is also discussed.By Bill 'K9' Kourelakos

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Thanksforyourservice Podcast 72- B24 Liberator bomber in Melbourne 30:08

2M ago30:08

30:08

Welcome to podcast number 72 for Thanks for your Service. Our focus is on historical topics relating to the Australian military. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter and Youtube. Just search for Thanks For Your Service. Our website is www.thanksforyourservice.net . You can also email us at info@thanksforyourservice.net One of the special things abo…

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AI # 329 : Flying the English Electric Canberra | Mike Jamieson PART 2 25:00

2M ago25:00

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In part 2, Mike Jamieson shares what it was like to fly the Canberra TT.18 with 7 squadron in the target towing, target facilities role with some great stories from his time there. We also hear what Mike did after his RAF career along with some personal questions. Strap in and enjoy! Watch part 1 - https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/canberra-mikejam…

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AI # 328 : Flying the English Electric Canberra | Mike Jamieson PART 1 30:47

2M ago30:47

30:47

Mike Jamieson shares what it was like to fly the EE Canberra from the PR.3 to the TT.18 with some amazing and funny stories throughout! Strap in and enjoy! Filmed at https://www.southyorkshireaircraftmuseum.org.uk/ Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com…

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Workhorse - E30 - Unique Loads of the 70s 16:54

2M ago16:54

16:54

This short episode covers a few unique loads carried by Royal Australian Air Force C-130s in the 1970s and early 1980s. Included are: A bull taken to China The entombed warriors (China again) Stock to Tonga A 3-day trip for a croc A giant pig Darwin Beer Can Regatta and, F-111 maintenance into Johnston Atoll…

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AI # 327 : Flying the C-130 Hercules | Scott Bateman FULL 34:14

2M ago34:14

34:14

Here is your early viewing of the full interview with Scott Bateman as he shares what it was like to fly the Hercules with the RAF, including some great stories throughout. Strap in and enjoy! We also discuss his new book "Hercules" which is available now to pre-order https://amzn.to/3UFjYCD and he answers some personal questions. https://www.scott…

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Workhorse - E29 - Airlift Competitions with Gary Robinson 36:27

3M ago36:27

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This episode covers off on three airlift competitions that RAAF C-130s won on several occasions: Volant Rodeo, Bullseye, and Air Tattoo. The details are discussed with retired WOFF Gary 'Robbo' Robinson, an ex 36SQN Loadmaster. Of note, Robbo was a crewmember on the only RAAF contingent to ever win 'Best Wing '- the top prize at Rodeo. Robbo also d…

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AI # 326 : Typhoon Test Pilot | Craig Penrice PART 2 27:33

3M ago27:33

27:33

Thanks to our sponsor AVI-8 watches where you can get 20% off their Dambuster Chadwick watch with code AIRCREW20 https://avi-8.com/pages/dambuster-chadwick-meca-quartz. Craig Penrice talks us through what it was like flying Typhoon and some events he had along the way. Strap in and enjoy. Watch part 1 https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/typhoontestpi…

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AI # 325 : Eurofighter Typhoon Test Pilot | Craig Penrice PART 1 28:14

3M ago28:14

28:14

Thanks to our sponsor AVI-8 watches where you can get 20% off their Dambuster Chadwick watch with code AIRCREW20 https://avi-8.com/pages/dambuster-chadwick-meca-quartz. Craig Penrice talks us through what it was like to fly and test the Eurofighter 2000/Typhoon. There are plenty of great stories throughout, so strap in and enjoy! Filmed at https://…

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Workhorse - E28 - Tactics and NVGs - with John Samulski 42:03

3M ago42:03

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During the 1975-1986 era, the Australian Army reinvigorated Airborne Operations. With the drive to enhance airborne operations capabilities came the notion of operating C-130s into contested environments, and that meant improving RAAF C-130 tactics. Modern tactics development led 36SQN to consider electronic warfare, operating as low as they could,…

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AI # 324 : Tornado F3 Display Navigator | Jon “Herbie” Hancock PART2 25:44

3M ago25:44

25:44

In part 2, former F3 nav, Jon “Herbie” Hancock shares what it was like to be the 1995 Tornado F3 display nav! Watch part 1 https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/f3display-herbie/ Filmed at https://www.nelsam.org.uk/ Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/ai…

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AI # 323 : E-2 Hawkeye Facts! | T.R. Matson aka "Wombat" FULL 24:44

3M ago24:44

24:44

Former Hawkeye pilot, T.R. Matson aka "Wombat", shares some interesting facts about the mighty E-2! Strap in and enjoy https://www.trmatson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/trmatsonauthor https://x.com/trmatsonauthor Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com…

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EP25 - The final H2H walk podcast - life after the walk......... Billy, Bats, Greg and Matt....... 1:50:54

4M ago1:50:54

1:50:54

EP25 - The Final H2H Walk Podcast: Life after the walk with Billy, Bats, Greg and Matt. The podcast wrap-up. We've been back for a while, and a few walkers have had a chat! I'll say sorry up front for the delay in doing this podcast. Even after getting it recorded, it has taken a while to edit it for the platform. To be honest, I've not been going …

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AI # 322 : Tornado F3 Display Nav | Jon "Herbie" Hancock PART 1 51:55

4M ago51:55

51:55

In this episode, Jon "Herbie" Hancock talks us through his early beginnings in aviation, going through nav training, getting selected to be a nav on the Phantom and moving onto the Tornado F3. The main focus is on Jon's time as the Tornado F3 display nav and we get a great insight into what the display nav's role was, how you get selected, coming u…

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Workhorse - E27 - Airborne Ops Development - 1975-1986 28:01

4M ago28:01

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The advent of the 1976 White Paper came with a reduction in the ADF's combat operations, and an emphasis on preparedness for the defence of Australia. As a result, the ADF put a great deal of energy into exercising and developing combat skills and proficiency. This effort led to the re-establishment of a permanent Regular Army airborne operations c…

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AI # 321 : Tornado at Ex Green Flag & SAC Competition | John Grogan PART 2 50:35

4M ago50:35

50:35

Former Tornado GR1 pilot, John Grogan, shares flying at the first exercise Green Flag for the GR1 and competing in the Strategic Air Command bombing competition against B-52s and F-111s! We also hear John's ejection story from a Tornado GR1. Strap in and enjoy. Watch part 1 https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/episodes-5#/harrieringermany-grogan/ Filmed…

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AI # 320 : Danish F-16 Display Pilot | Thomas "MET" Kristensen PART 2 23:26

4M ago23:26

23:26

“MET” shares what it was like to display the Danish F-16 across Europe. He also answers some of our patron questions. Strap in enjoy! Watch part 1 https://www.aircrewinterview.tv/#/danishf-16-met/ https://www.facebook.com/F16MET https://www.instagram.com/f16met/ https://www.politikensforlag.dk/kysser-himlen/t-0/9788740043884 Pick up some AI merch -…

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AI # 319 : Flying the Harrier GR1 in Germany | John Grogan PART 1 23:26

4M ago23:26

23:26

John Grogan shares what it was like flying the Harrier GR1 in Germany aka RAFG. Strap in and enjoy! Filmed at https://yorkshireairmuseum.org/ Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchas…

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Workhorse - E26 - Unique Missions - 1975-86 18:55

4M ago18:55

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This episode covers unique operations of the 1975-1986 era. These missions are all reflective of the flexibility inherent in the C-130 and Australia’s growing dependence on the Hercules to deliver a variety of effects. The missions covered include: Non-combatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) of Tehran UN supply missions to the Middle East 1981 Qantas …

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Thanksforyourservice- Podcast 71- The Great Escape 80th anniversary and the Australian connections 46:52

4M ago46:52

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Welcome to podcast number 71 for Thanks for your Service. Our focus is on historical topics relating to the Australian military. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter and Youtube. Just search for Thanks For Your Service. Our website is www.thanksforyourservice.net . You can also email us at info@thanksforyourservice.net This month, March 2024, marks…

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AI # 318 : Flying the Danish F-16 | Thomas "MET" Kristensen PART 1 39:30

5M ago39:30

39:30

In this episode, MET shares what it was like to train at Euro NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT), getting selected to fly F-16s, his training, flying in combat and much more. Strap in and enjoy! Fool MET: https://www.facebook.com/F16MET https://www.instagram.com/f16met/ https://www.politikensforlag.dk/kysser-himlen/t-0/9788740043884 Pick up som…

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Workhorse - E25 - SAR 1975-1986 13:28

5M ago13:28

13:28

This episode looks at a handful of Search and Rescue missions in the 1975-1986 era, including the Nocturne (which also featured Sir Angus Houston), Charleston, and Matina. The episode also discusses the development of the helibox and the air-sea rescue kit (ASRK).By Bill 'K9' Kourelakos

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AI # 317 : USMC Hornet In Combat | Tim "Nugget" Golden FULL 43:34

5M ago43:34

43:34

Here is your early viewing of our interview with former USMC F/A-18 pilot, Tim "Nugget" Golden, as he shares what it was like to fly the Hornet in combat over Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003. We hear some great stories and what it is like to take a jet into a live theatre. Enjoy Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircre…

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AI # 316 : F-14 vs F-15, F-16 & F/A-18 | Mike "Nasty" Manazir FULL 37:07

5M ago37:07

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Former USN pilot, Mike "Nasty" Manazir, shares his experiences of flying the F-14A/D in DACT against the F-15, F-16 and F/A-18! Enjoy https://mikemanazir.com/ Learn How to Lead to Win: 33 Powerful Stories and Leadership Lessons - https://amzn.to/48wAbh8 The Manazir Maxims: Learn How to Lead from the Heart - https://amzn.to/42RmQ1S Help keep the cha…

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Workhorse - E24 - HADR 1975-1986 15:26

5M ago15:26

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From the mid 1970s, Australia's defence strategy shifted to 'Defence of Australia'. This resulted in more domestically-focused tasking and support to the near region for disaster relief and SARs. This episode covers some of the Humanitarian Assistance / Disaster Relief operations of that era, including the Moree Floods, Operation Ricebowl, and seve…

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AI # 315 : Bush Pilot in Indonesia | David Burns FULL 53:21

5M ago53:21

53:21

David Burns shares what it was like to be a bush pilot with Susis Air flying the Cessna Grand Caravan in Indonesia! We also hear how David and his father started up The Flyer Watch Company and we get an exclusive timepiece release announcement which you will be able to pick up via https://www.flyerwatches.com/ Pick up some AI merch - https://www.te…

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Workhorse - E23 - Antarctica 18:40

6M ago18:40

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This episode details the history of Royal Australian Air Force operations in Antarctica with a focus on RAAF C-130 involvement, including airdrops at Macquarie Island.By Bill 'K9' Kourelakos

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Thanksforyourservice- Podcast 70- National Archives of Australia- WWII digitisation project 24:37

6M ago24:37

24:37

Welcome to podcast number 70 for Thanks for your Service and out first podcast for 2024. Our focus is on historical topics relating to the Australian military. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter and Youtube. Just search for Thanks For Your Service. Our website is www.thanksforyourservice.net . You can also email us at info@thanksforyourservice.ne…

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AI # 314 : F-14 Tomcat to Tornado F2 & F3 | Pete Legg PART 2 30:47

6M ago30:47

30:47

Pete Legg shares what it was like coming from flying the F-14A with VF-101 on his exchange tour and back to the RAF to fly the Tornado F2 and F3! Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Pur…

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AI # 313 : RAF F-14 Tomcat Pilot | Pete Legg PART 1 49:31

6M ago49:31

49:31

Pete Legg talks about flying the RAF Phantom and becoming the first RAF exchange pilot to fly the mighty Tomcat with VF-101! We hear some great stories throughout, including what it was like to fly and live in the USA. Strap in and enjoy! Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON -…

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Workhorse - E22 - Aerial Firefighting 16:56

6M ago16:56

16:56

In the early 1980s, 36SQN supported the Forest Commission Victoria by installing and operating a Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System (MAFFS). This episode details the circumstances leading to this decision, the operations that ensued, and the reasoning behind the cessation of the aerial fire fighting role.…

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AI # 312 : Flying the B-1B Lancer! | Tony Mahoney PART 2 1:12:14

6M ago1:12:14

1:12:14

Tony Mahoney shares how he went from flying the F-16 to the B-1B aka the “Bone” and finishing up his military career in the KC-135. Some great stories and insights throughout, so strap in and enjoy. Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewintervie…

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AI # 311 : Flying the OA-37 & F16 | Tony Mahoney PART 1 52:27

6M ago52:27

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Tony Mahoney shares what it was like to fly the OA-37 Dragonfly and F-16 Fighting Falcon! Enjoy Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interview Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/ Purchase our Aviation Art Book, Volume One - https://…

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Workhorse - E21 - C-130H Acquisition and C-130A Disposal 19:57

6M ago19:57

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This Episode covers: The strategic circumstances that led to the RAAF's acquisition of the C-130H Technical upgrades that came with the C-130H Acquisition and the early training for the C-130H capability The C-130A disposal saga.By Bill 'K9' Kourelakos

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AI # 310 : Flying the ITPS Hawker Hunter | Steve Murray FULL 38:05

7M ago38:05

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Steve Murray shares the story of heading to Canada to fly the International Test Pilot School (ITPS) Hawker Hunter! Enjoy Buy Steve's book here - https://amzn.to/3T1ZwrJ http://huntythejetfighter.com/ https://itpscanada.com/ Help keep the channel going: PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterview DONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donat…