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The Hangardeck PodcastThe Great Navy Birds of Lake Michigan with Taras LyssenkoIn this Episode, Pete and Ed talk with Author, Archaeologist, Aviation Historian Taras Lyssenko. He Authored the book - The Great Navy Birds of Lake Michigan and recovered nearly 40 aircraft from Lake Michigan. Taras is the T from A and T Recovery. A and T Recovery (Allan Olson and Taras Lyssenko) is an American company that has the primary purpose to locate and recover once lost WWII US Navy aircraft for presentation to the American public. They have recovered nearly forty such aircraft, mainly from Lake Michigan. The aircraft were lost during the aircraft carrier qualification conducted o...
2020-02-171h 06The Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #107. Back in the SaddleIn this Episode, The Hangardeck team gets back together. The discussion ranges from whats changed at the Hangardeck, introductions of new team photographer, Sean, and Sean's trips to several air shows in recent months. Check out some new pictures on our website - http://www.thehangardeck.com/gallery1. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2019-09-1633 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #106. Vintage Wings and Beach City BabyIn this Episode, The Hangardeck team talks to Vintage Wings about the Beach City Baby. Check out the Vintage Wings website - https://www.vintagewingsinc.com/ Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2019-09-1250 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #105. The GEICO SkytypersIn this Episode, The Hangardeck team talks with GEICO Skytyper pilot Steve Kapur and the upcoming 2019 Air Show circuit. Check out the GEICO Skytyper website - https://geicoskytypers.com/ Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2019-02-1436 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #104: Richard Aboulafia talks about the state of the aviation industryRichard Aboulafia joins the Hangardeck Crew to discuss the state of the aviation defense industry. Lots of great analysis on new and legacy aircraft. Richard is the Vice President of the Teal Group.
2019-02-0330 minThe Hangardeck PodcastThe Fighter Factory 2018 Year in ReviewIn this Episode, the General Manager of the Fighter Factory in VA is back to talk about the awesome 2018 year at the Military Aviation Museum and the upcoming events of 2019.
2019-01-071h 31The Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #102. Veteran and Aviation Enthusiast Ken Murray and his book "On Parr".In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with Author, Veteran, Photographer, and Aviation Enthusiast Mr. Ken Murray about his book "On Parr". Please leave feedback on I-tunes to help the show grow.
2018-07-2236 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #101. Sikorsky Test Pilot Nick Lappos.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with Sikorsky Test Pilot Nick Lappos. Mr. Lappos was a test pilot for Sikorsky helicopters including the S76, UH-60, RAH-66 (Comanche) and others. Please leave us some feedback on Itunes.
2018-07-1742 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #100. The Hangardeck 100th Episode with Guest John Mazza.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete, Whitey, and Producer Steve talk about the Hangardeck Podcast and the previous 99 episodes over the last 4 years. Special Guest from the Military Aviation Museum, Mr. John Mazza joins the guys for a short talk on the Flying Proms and his mock dogfight with the Spitfire and the BF-109G4. Stay Tuned for more great content at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-07-1644 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #99. Gordon Page from The Spirit of Flight Center and Chasing Planes TV Show.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with a Gordon Page founder of the Spirit of Flight Center and star of Chasing Planes. Please leave us some feedback on Itunes.
2018-06-1943 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #98. The CAF - Minnesota Wing talks with The Hangardeck Team at Warbirds over the Beach 2018.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at Warbirds over the Beach 2018 talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Visit with the Military Aviation Museum to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-06-1420 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #97. Barry Bertrando discusses the Range Finder Device used during the Dambuster Raid. Warbirds over the Beach 2018.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at Warbirds over the Beach 2018 talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Visit with the Military Aviation Museum to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-06-1228 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #96. WWII Veteran Tony Goebel talks with the Hangardeck Team. Warbirds over the Beach 2018.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at Warbirds over the Beach 2018 talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Visit with the Military Aviation Museum to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-06-0715 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #95. Theresa Eaman talk singing and activities for women at Warbirds over the Beach 2018.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at Warbirds over the Beach 2018 talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Visit with the Military Aviation Museum to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-06-0525 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #94. Talking with Cooler and Jackie about the SNJ Aircraft and Formation Flying at Warbirds over the Beach 2018.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at Warbirds over the Beach 2018 talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Visit with the Military Aviation Museum to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-06-0320 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #93. The PAX River Expo with CO "Reggie" Hammond, Warrior Flight Team "Sheriff" Blush, and Aerobatic Champion Rob Holland.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at NAS Pax River talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Make it out to the PAX River Air Expo 2018 to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-06-0236 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #92. Patty Wagstaff talks aviation and aerobatics.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with Patty about the PAX River Air Expo coming up on June 2 and June 3. She discusses aircraft, Aerobatic routines, The Smithsonian Institute, and flying for Cal Fire as an Air Attack Controller. Stay Tuned for more great content at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-05-3133 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #91. Gabriel Iancic talks about the IAR 80 Warbird Project.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at Warbirds over the Beach 2018 talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Visit with the Military Aviation Museum to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-05-3023 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #90. "Boom" Powell at Warbirds over the Beach 2018.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at Warbirds over the Beach 2018 talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Visit with the Military Aviation Museum to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-05-2838 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #89. Restoring the Goxhill Control Tower at the Military Aviation Museum.In this Episode, The Hangardeck Podcast is on location at Warbirds over the Beach 2018 talking with a variety of Aviation Enthusiasts. Visit with the Military Aviation Museum to enjoy all they have to offer. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
2018-05-2322 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #88. LCDR "Cash" Castillo - PAX River Air Expo Airshow Director at NAS PAX RiverIn this Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with a The PAX River Air Expo about the upcoming airshow on June 2nd and June 3rd. This show features the US Navy Blue Angels, Geico Skytypers, Rob Holland, ShockWave, Patty Wagstaff, Elias Corey, and of course the Warrior Flight team with their L-39. Great talking with CASH on it. Come out and have a great time and look for the Hangardeck Podcast Team.
2018-05-1042 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #87. The Conneticut Air and Space Center's Corsair efforts with David Crumb.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with a Connecticut Air and Space Center volunteer and Aviation Enthusiast David Crumb. We talk about the Corsair Restoration effort going on and the history of the Sikorsky Airport. Please leave us some feedback on Itunes.
2018-05-0337 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #86. The F-14 with Veteran, Aviation, Author Bill "Pinch" Paisley.In this Episode, Pitchlock talks with F-14 Veteran Radar Intercept Officer Bill "Pinch" Paisley. He wrote a book called 99 Camelots which he describes his time with VF-14 Tophatters from 1987 to 1990. A great conversation between two Naval Aviators. Check out Pinch and his block at http://instapinch2.com/ Stay tuned as we bring more great content to the Hangardeck.
2018-04-2857 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #85. Steve Seal, the CAF Dixie Wing, EAA Squadron 31, and owning a Warbird.In this episode, Pitchlock Pete talks again with US Navy Capt. (Ret.) Steve Seal about the CAF Dixie Wing, EAA Squadron 31 and what it takes to own your own WWII era Warbird.
2018-04-1238 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #84. Vietnam Veteran Tom Grubaugh.In This Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with Tom Grubaugh about the Mercury 7 mission, USS Kearsarge, VMA-533, and VMA-244 in Vietnam.
2018-03-1139 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #83. "Boom" Powell - The A-5 VigilanteIn This Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with Boom Powell about flying in the A-5 Vigilante in Vietnam, Carrier Operations, Warbirds over the Beach and WWI aircraft.
2018-02-2556 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #82. Flying Podcast with USN Capt. (ret) Steve Seal from the CAF Dixie Wing.In this episode, Pitchlock Pete takes a flight with US Navy Capt. (ret) Steve Seal onboard his Sentinel Stinson L-5 during the 2017 Atlanta Warbird Weekend. Audio is from the aircraft.
2018-01-1422 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #81. The Corsair Guy - Mr. Charles "Obie" O'BrienIn this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Whitey enjoy a morning talk about Corsairs, Cougars, and Crusaders with Korean and Vietnam U.S. Navy Pilot Charles "Obie" O'Brien.
2018-01-1355 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #80. Author Steve Snyder discusses the story of his Father "Shot Down".In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete enjoys a talk with Author Steve Snyder and the extraordinary story of his father and WWII Pilot Howard Snyder and the crew of the B-17 Susan Ruth. "Shot Down"
2017-12-2433 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #79. The Tuskegee Airman at the Atlanta Warbird Weekend Part 2.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Whitey traveled to the -Dekalb-Peachtree Airport upon invite from the Commemorative Air Force-Dixie Wing to record and document some wonderful aviators and the remaining Tuskegee Airman from WWII. This event marks the 75th anniversary of the Tuskegee Airman. We hope you enjoy this series of interviews. We are so privileged to interview so many heroes. Enjoy - Pitchlock Pete.
2017-12-0628 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #78. The Tuskegee Airman at the Atlanta Warbird Weekend Part 1.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Whitey traveled to the -Dekalb-Peachtree Airport upon invite from the Commemorative Air Force-Dixie Wing to record and document some wonderful aviators and the remaining Tuskegee Airman from WWII. This event marks the 75th anniversary of the Tuskegee Airman. We hope you enjoy this series of interviews. We are so privileged to interview so many heroes. Enjoy - Pitchlock Pete.
2017-11-1929 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #77. The EAA Pilots talk about the B-17G "Aluminum Overcast" at the Atlanta Warbird Weekend.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Whitey traveled to the -Dekalb-Peachtree Airport upon invite from the Commemorative Air Force-Dixie Wing to record and document some wonderful aviators and the remaining Tuskegee Airman from WWII. This event marks the 75th anniversary of the Tuskegee Airman. We hope you enjoy this series of interviews. We are so privileged to interview so many heroes. Enjoy - Pitchlock Pete.
2017-10-2532 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #76. Retired U.S. Air Force Major General George Harrison at the Atlanta Warbird Weekend.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Whitey traveled to the -Dekalb-Peachtree Airport upon invite from the Commemorative Air Force-Dixie Wing to record and document some wonderful aviators and the remaining Tuskegee Airman from WWII. This event marks the 75th anniversary of the Tuskegee Airman. We hope you enjoy this series of interviews. We are so privileged to interview so many heroes. Enjoy - Pitchlock Pete.
2017-10-2425 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #75. TK from the Fighter Factory and awesome Warbird talk.In this episode, We catch up with TK at the Fighter Factory from the Military Aviation Museum. Great catching up with what's going on with the guys at the Fighter Factory. Enjoy! ~Pitchlock Pete
2017-09-2257 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #74. Airplane Repo Star Ken Cage talks with the Hangardeck Podcast.In this Episode, the Hangardeck Podcast talks with Airplane Repo star Mr. Ken Cage. He discusses his favorite episodes and many "inside" the show details with him and Danny. We continue to love this show and hope they bring it back very soon. Look for the Hangardeck Podcast at the Atlanta Warbird Weekend Live. The Hangardeck Podcast will be recording and internet broadcasting this event October 6, 7, 8, 2017. Enjoy.
2017-09-1450 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #73. Jack Weber and the Restoration of EC-121 WV2 US Navy Constellation 141311.aphy with 3G Aviation Media.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with Jack Weber about the WV 2 EC-121 US Navy Constellation restoration efforts. Jack tells the story of the Yankee Air Museum adoption of this aircraft through the US Navy and it's debut at Thunder of Michigan Airshow. Look for the Hangardeck Podcast at the Atlanta Warbird Weekend Live. The Hangardeck Podcast will be recording and internet broadcasting this event October 6, 7, 8, 2017. Enjoy.
2017-09-0123 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #72. Warbird Photography with 3G Aviation Media.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with Doug and Tony from 3G Aviation Media and their upcoming visit and workshops at the Atlanta Warbird Weekend. 3G Aviation Media provides aviation photography, video, editing and instructional workshops. The Hangardeck Podcast will be recording and internet broadcasting this event October 6, 7, 8, 2017. Enjoy.
2017-08-1531 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #71. The Atlanta Warbird Weekend with Dixie Wing Coordinator Moreno Aguiari.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete discusses the Atlanta Warbird Weekend with the Dixie Wing of the Commemorative Air Force Coordinator Mr. Moreno Aguiari. The Hangardeck Podcast will be recording and internet broadcasting this event October 6, 7, 8, 2017. Enjoy.
2017-08-1029 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #70. Airventure 2017, Atlanta Warbird Weekend, and the 138th Aviation Company Memorial.In this Episode, the Pitchlock Pete talks with Andrew Rodriguez about his teams efforts regarding the RU-21 memorial with the 138th Aviation Company Memorial.
2017-08-0228 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #69. WWII P-38 Pilot Ira Comstock shares his stories during WWII.In this Episode, the team talks with WWII P-38 and P-51 Pilot Ira Comstock. Ira was Born in 1924 in Van Buren, Arkansas. He served in the US Air Corps, flying P-38's and P-51's for the Photo Reconnaissance Group.
2017-07-1531 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #68. WWII P-51 Recon Pilot Mr. Al Galub at Warbirds over the Beach.In this Episode, the team talks with WWII P-51 Pilot Al Galub. A great interview and Al tells his story during WWII flying the P-51. Enjoy.
2017-07-1520 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #67. Actor and Veteran Captain Daly Dye.In this Episode, Actor and Captain Dale Dye joins Pete and Brad for a discussion on his movie project, No Better Place to Die. This project is about the 82 Airborne on D-Day as they battle the Germans to take the causeway objective. Captain Dale Dye has supported and acted in Platoon, Saving Private Ryan, Band of Brothers and many more great films. Once again, we are proud to bring this great interview.
2017-06-2355 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #66. WWII Normandy 101st Airborne Veteran SGT Norwood Thomas Jr.In this episode, 94 year old WWII Normandy 101st Airborne Veteran Norwood Thomas Jr. Tells his an amazing story from his Jump into Normandy and Glider Operations. This man is an amazing hero during WWII and tells his story to The Hangardeck Podcast at the Military Aviation Museum's Warbirds over the Beach. We are pleased to bring this episode to our listeners. Enjoy the story of SGT Norwood Thomas Jr.
2017-06-1328 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #65. WWII B-17 "Lazy Baby" Survivor, Flight Engneer and Waist Gunner Bob Cinibulk.In this episode, 96 Year Old B-17 Bomber Flight Engineer Bob Cinibulk tells his an amazing story. On the morning of October 14th, 1943 along with 15 others from the 305th Bomb Group, Lazy Baby set off from Chelveston in England on Mission 115, the second Schweinfurt raid, later to become known as Black Thursday. By the time they reached Aachen on the outward leg only Lazy Baby and two others of the 305th were left flying. They were then seriously damaged and three crew severely injured whilst two bailed out. Diving from 23,000 ft to only 3,000 ft, pilot Ed...
2017-05-2732 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #64. The Commemorative Air Force, Minnesota Wing B-25 Pilot "Jolly" at Warbirds over the Beach 2017.This episode was recorded with US Air Force Pilot "Jolly" Roger. We recorded this interview in the Navy Hangar at the Military Aviation Museum during the Warbirds over the Beach 2017 event. Thanks to all the Pilots at the Commemorative Air Force for supporting The Hangardeck Podcast. Enjoy "Jolly" talk with the crew on the Commemorative Air Force B-25 "Miss Mitchell."
2017-05-2624 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #63. Author, Aviation Historian,and US Navy Vietnam Pilot "Boom" Powell.This episode was recorded with US Navy Pilot "Boom" Powell. We recorded this interview in the Navy Hangar at the Military Aviation Museum during the Warbirds over the Beach 2017 event. Thanks to all the Pilots at the Military Aviation Museum for supporting The Hangardeck Podcast. Enjoy "Boom" talk with the crew.
2017-05-2438 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #62. The "Project" with Screen Writer - John Orloff on site at Warbirds over the Beach 2017.This episode was recorded with Band of Brothers Screenwriter, Mr. John Orloff. We recorded this interview in the Navy Hangar at the Military Aviation Museum during the Warbirds over the Beach 2017 event. Thanks to Museum Director Mike Potter for coordinating this great interview.
2017-05-2425 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #61. The Hottest Warbirds this season! The P-63 King Cobra and the SBD Dauntless.This episode was recorded with the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Pilots privileged to fly the P-63 and the SBD from the Military Aviation Museum during Warbirds over the Beach 2017. May 21, 2017
2017-05-2324 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #60. Vietnam Corsair II Pilot Harry Stonelake.This episode was recorded from the Military Aviation Museum during Warbirds over the Beach 2017. May 19, 2017
2017-05-1922 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #59. Airlines, Military, Drones, and Warbirds over the Beach.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete, Fast Eddie, and Jackscrew Jesse talk about Airline Industry, Military Aviation OBOGGS SAGA and of course their trip to Warbirds over the Beach. Enjoy and look for us this year at Warbirds over the Beach 2017 this upcoming weekend.
2017-05-1652 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #58. The Brunswick Naval Museum 2017.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete, Fast Eddie, and Jackscrew Jesse join the John Briley from the Brunswick Naval Museum and Memorial Gardens. The guys talk about the former Brunswick Naval Base and the Museum. Enjoy and look for us this year at Warbirds over the Beach 2017.
2017-05-0637 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #57. The P-63 King Cobra.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete, Fast Eddie, Jackscrew Jesse and Whitey discuss the P-63 King Cobra WWII Warbird. Enjoy and look for us this year at Warbirds over the Beach 2017.
2017-04-0649 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #56. The Naval Air Museum Barbers Point with Brad Hayes.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete, Fast Eddie, and Jackscrew Jesse join the Brad Hayes from the Naval Air Museum Barbers Point. The guys talk about the former Hawaii Navy base and the living flight line at the Museum. Enjoy and look for us this year at Warbirds over the Beach 2017.
2017-04-0450 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #55. The Military Aviation Museum Director - Mike Potter.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Fast Eddie join the Military Aviation Museum Director Mike Potter. The guys talk warbirds and the 75h Anniversary of the Goxhill Tower. Enjoy and look for us this year at Warbirds over the Beach 2017.
2017-03-1632 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #54. The Hangardeck Podcast on Warbird Radio with Host Matt Jolley.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Fast Eddie join Warbird Radio Host Matt Jolley for Aviation Safety Month. This is the second half of the show hosted on Warbird Radio and we had a great time with Matt. Enjoy and look for some great syndicated aviation shows on Warbird Radio..
2017-03-1323 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #53. The Mighty Eighth and the Military Aviation Museum with Mr. Jerry Yagen.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Chopper Mike talk about the upcoming HBO mini-series "The Mighty Eighth" and the history during WWII. The second part of this episode is an interview recorded from the Military Aviation Museum owner and pilot Mr. Jerry Yagen.
2017-02-2651 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #52. Mike Dale's Percival P-56 Provost British Trainer.In this Hangardeck Podcast episode, Pitchlock Pete was able to have the privileged to talk with Mike Dale in his hangar at the Culpeper airport about his amazing Percival P-56 Provost. There are only 4 airworthy articles left in the world and his in an amazing restoration. Thanks for listening and stayed tuned for more great episodes.
2017-02-1215 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #51. The Sea Harrier with Art Nalls and Nalls Aviation.In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete and Whitey have the pleasure of interviewing Art Nalls and his unique Sea Harrier Aircraft from the Nalls Aviation Hangar at the St. Mary's airport in Southern Maryland. Art provides to be an undisputed expert on Harrier Jump Jets and has a cadre of experts that work with Art to provide a really awesome experience for aviation enthusists to appreciate during his airshow routines. This interview is an in-depth history of how Art has acquired on how he has come to operate the Harrier Jet.
2016-11-0642 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #50. Call sign "Gintac" and the Potomac Historic Warbird Formation Flight.In this episode of The Hangardeck Podcast, "Pitchlock" Pete and Fast Eddie talk with US Navy Captain (ret.) Mike "Gintac" Ginter who has coordinated and leads a Warbird formation through the most guarded airspace in the United States. Gintac outlines his plan on the history behind this awesome historic event and it was a true pleasure to join the guys and be a part of a great organization with really awesome aviators. The Potomac Flight over the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery is in honor of DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and pays tribute to the services and s...
2016-10-1921 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #49. Vietnam Helicopter Pilot Buzz Lockwood shot down 13 Times.In this episode of The Hangardeck Podcast, "Pitchlock" Pete, Fast Eddie and Raging Rick talk with Vietnam veteran Buzz Lockwood. Lockwood is a decorated helicopter pilot. During his 2 ½ tours in Vietnam Lockwood received 3 purple hearts among other medals honoring his bravery during service. Lockwood faced many hardships during his service, including being shot down a total of 13 times. Regarding his medals Lockwood was extremely humble stating, "There were tens of thousands of acts of valor, bravery, and courage done by Americans every day during the war – only a few people got recognized, most acts went unrewarded." He...
2016-10-1326 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #48. Kevin Russo and his T-6 TexanIn this episode, Pitchlock Pete and Fast Eddie are on location for the 2016 Culpeper Air Fest. The guys set up location and interviewed many performers and event coordinators at the Air Fest. In this interview, the guys talk with Pilot Kevin Russo who performs around the country at airshows in his T-6 Texan. Kevin is in his 18th year flying air shows with his SNJ-6/T-6 aircraft. His aircraft is a restored SNJ-6 the aircraft was built in 1944 and delivered to Pensacola NAS FL in August 1945. Kevin purchased the aircraft 21 years ago and restored it back to the...
2016-10-1222 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #47. The Potomac Formation Flight at Culpeper.In this on site segment, Pitchlock Pete joins SNJ-6 Charlie Flight Element and chats about the low ceiling level with "Pappy", "Hollywood", "Jackie", "Cooler", and "Will". Also, a briefly chatting with Chuck from The Flying Circus.
2016-10-0717 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #46. WWII B-24 Pilot Easly Smith at the Military Aviation Museum.In this Episode Segment, Uncut and Raw with WWII B-24 Pilot Easly Smith. A MUST Listen and pay respect to our Veterans of this great nation. This man is a HERO and we are happy to bring this short segment of his background.
2016-10-0411 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #45. The Fighter Factory at Biplanes and Triplanes - **Explicit Language**In this episode, The Hangardeck Podcast interviews the Fighter Factory Maintenance Leadership team. Standby and Hold On as TK and the boys tell us how it is with Warbird Maintenance.
2016-10-0423 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #44. The F-14 Tomcat and Topgun with US Navy Veteran Dave "BIO" Baranek.In this Video Podcast episode, Pitchlock Pete and Whitey are on location for an interview with former F-14 Skipper and Topgun Instructor Dave "Bio" Baranek. He is an accomplished author of his first hand accounts in the US Navy and the books are Topgun Days and Before TopGun Days respectively. Check out Bio at http://www.topgunbio.com/ You can find his books on Amazon.com.
2016-09-2644 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #43. Interview - Flygirlpainter Shayne Meder and the Southwest Engine Failure Discussion.In this episode, The Hangardeck Podcast Interviews Aircraft Artist and Painter Shayne Meder - www.flygirpainters.com and then we discuss the preliminary news release from the Southwest Engine Failure.
2016-09-1853 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #42. Lithium Batteries and the P-8 Poseidon Intercept.In this episode, Pitchlock Pete and Jackscrew Jesse give unedited views of the most recent Samsung Galaxy 7 Lithium Battery issue regarding aviation and also talk about US Military Air to Air Intercepts with Fighter Jets.
2016-09-1346 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #41. The WWII Messerschmitt Me 262 with Test Pilot Wolfgang Czaia.In this Episode of the Hangardeck Podcast, the team has the privilege to interview aviation and aerospace expert pilot Wolfgang Czaia. Wolfgang discusses the first production jet fighter, the ME-262, and the history, flying characteristics and how many reproduction aircraft are flying today. It's an amazing discussion that we guarantee to satisfy your itch for unique aviation discussions. We have been working on this episode and are very proud to bring our audience this special interview with Wolfgang. Wolfgang flies the aircraft once a year at the Military Aviation Museum – "Warbirds over the Beach" so if you are an...
2016-08-1149 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #40. WWII Luftwaffe BF-109 Pilot Hans Meyer.In this Episode of The Hangardeck Podcast, we have the privilege of talking with WWII Luftwaffe pilot Hans Meyer. Hans Meyer was born in 1927 and grew up in Brandenburg, Germany. Ever since his youth he was interested in aviation, so at the age of 14, Hans joined the Flieger-HJ and learned to fly the Schneider SG-38 (Flying Glider). When he was 16, he earned himself the Glider Pilot Proficiency Badge 'C' level and signed up for the Luftwaffe a year later in 1944 to become a fighter pilot. After Hans completed his flight training in Werneuchen with the M...
2016-08-0814 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #39. Antarctic Aviation Down Under with Mattew McArthur. Aviation Enthusiast Matthew McArthur from Melbourne, Australia Skype's into The Hangardeck Podcast to discuss Antarctic Aviation and the History of flying in this unforgiving environment. Matthew's expert commentary is quite fascinating and enthusiastic as he describes the history and his experiences while working there. Matthew also is the host and creator of the Ice Coffee Podcast and discusses his passion about Antarctic exploration and base his content on my his extensive research on the topic and his own experiences working as a diver at Scott Base. During Matthew's time on the ice he flew in a...
2016-08-0630 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #38. The State of The Hangardeck Podcast Union and introducing "Jackscrew Jesse".A great State of the Hangardeck Podcast Union. Tune into the explosion of the Podcast this year and our discussion on our upcoming events and our relationships with the Military Aviation Museum and the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum. We are also introducing our new Co-Host "Jackscrew Jesse" Olmstead to the show.
2016-08-0430 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #37. The NASA Super Guppy with Program Manager Dave ElliottOur first Podcast from the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum with our Special Guest Mr. Dave Elliott. Dave is the Program Manager for the NASA Super Guppy Transport Aircraft. This episode The Hangardeck Podcast team continue the discussion with Dave on the specifics of the aircraft, history and unique cargo that the aircraft is designed to transport. The Patuxent River Naval Air Museum staff was extremely hospitable and welcoming to the team. We look forward to monthly Podcast Recordings with a unique guests supporting diverse aviation topics.
2016-07-2441 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #36. Warbirds over the Beach with SNJ Pilots Jackie and Cooler.The Hangardeck Podcast Team Traveled to Virginia Beach to participate in the Warbirds Over the Beach 2016 Airshow. We were fortunate to witness the first flight of Jerry Yagen's Messerschmitt Bf-109G. First, we have to say, Jerry is an amazing host and provided us with the opportunity to record some amazing people he has flying and working with these unique aircraft. This episode we recorded on Saturday May 21, 2016 with SNJ Pilots "Jackie" and "Cooler" who were flying the photography shoot aircraft this weekend in formation to help capture rare Warbird formation footage for the Military Aviation Museum....
2016-06-2715 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #35. Warbirds over the Beach with the Fighter Factory General Manager "TK" Kurtz.The Hangardeck Podcast Team Traveled to Virginia Beach to participate in the Warbirds Over the Beach 2016 Airshow. We were fortunate to witness the first flight of Jerry Yagen's Messerschmitt Bf-109G. First, we have to say, Jerry is an amazing host and provided us with the opportunity to record some amazing people he has flying and working with these unique aircraft. This episode we recorded Saturday May 21, 2016 with Fighter Factory General Manager "TK" and talk about the Fighter Factory and his maintenance team. The Fighter Factory is the restoration & maintenance facility of the Military Aviation Muse...
2016-06-1029 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #34. Warbirds over the Beach with Spitfire Pilot John "Pappy" Mazza.The Hangardeck Podcast Team Traveled to Virginia Beach to participate in the Warbirds Over the Beach 2016 Airshow. We were fortunate to witness the first flight of Jerry Yagen's Messerschmitt Bf-109G. First, we have to say, Jerry is an amazing host and provided us with the opportunity to record some amazing people he has flying and working with these unique aircraft. This episode we recorded on Saturday May 21, 2016 with Pilot John "Pappy" Mays. Pappy discusses his time at the Military Aviation Museum. John, "Pappy" Mazza has been flying his entire life; as a matter of fact he took...
2016-05-3115 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #33. Warbirds over the Beach with Owner Mr. Jerry Yagen.The Hangardeck Podcast Team Traveled to Virginia Beach to participate in the Warbirds Over the Beach 2016 Airshow. We were fortunate to witness the first flight of Jerry Yagen's Messerschmitt Bf-109G. First, we have to say, Jerry is an amazing host and provided us with the opportunity to record some amazing people he has flying and working with these unique aircraft. This exclusive interview took place with Mr. Jerry Yagen on Sunday, May 22, 2016.
2016-05-2921 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #32. Warbirds Over the Beach with BF-109G Pilot Rick Volker.The Hangardeck Podcast Team Traveled to Virginia Beach to participate in the Warbirds Over the Beach 2016 Airshow. We were fortunate to witness the first flight of Jerry Yagen's Messerschmidt Bf-109G. First, we have to say, Jerry is an amazing host and provided us with the opportunity to record some amazing people he has flying and working with these unique aircraft. This episode we recorded on Sunday, May 22, 2016 with Pilot Rick Volker. Rick explains the flight characteristics of the BF-109G on it's first flight on May 20, 2016.
2016-05-2527 min
The Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #31. The Helicoper Pilot with Sam Maroon.In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team
discusses the Flying US Navy Helicopters with CDR Sam Maroon
(ret.). Sam discusses dynamics of flying large carrier based
helicopters to include water landings. Listen to this great
Episode and thanks for supporting our Podcast.
2016-02-0241 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #30. Turkish F-16 shoots down Russian Sukhoi SU-24 Fencer.In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team discusses the Russian SU-24 being shot down over the Turkey Syria Border. A Turkish Air Force F-16 fighter jet shot down a Russian Sukhoi Su-24M bomber aircraft near the Syria–Turkey border on 24 November 2015. According to Turkey, the aircraft whose nationality was unknown at the time was fired upon while in Turkish airspace because it violated the border up to a depth 1.36 miles for about 17 seconds after being warned to change its heading 10 times over a period of five minutes. The Russia Defense Ministry denied the aircraft ever le...
2015-12-1039 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #29. British Airways Engine Failure.The Hangar Deck Podcast is back from the Summer Break. Pete, Ed, Rick and Andy jump right back into the studio and discuss the most recent British Airways Catastrophic Engine Failure.
The NTSB most recent press release:
As part of its ongoing investigation into Tuesday’s engine fire that occurred during takeoff of British Airways flight 2276, a Boeing 777, at McCarran International Airport (LAS), the NTSB today released the following investigative update.
NTSB investigators arrived on scene Wednesday morning local time to begin the on-scene investigation. The NTSB investigative team includes experts in powerplants, airplane systems, and fire. The following g...
2015-09-2733 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #27. The Boeing 747-400 Cargo Aircraft with Pilot Brian Mills.In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team discusses our Boeing 747-400 Cargo Aircraft with Pilot Brian Mills. The Boeing 747-400 is a major development and the best-selling model of the Boeing 747 family of jet airliners. While retaining the four-engine wide-body layout of its predecessors, the 747-400 embodies numerous technological and structural changes to produce a more efficient airframe. Its most distinguishing features versus preceding 747 models are 6-foot (1.8 m) winglets mounted on 6-foot (1.8 m) wing tip extensions, which are found on all 747-400s except for Japanese domestic market versions. The 747-400 is...
2015-06-2133 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #26. Aircraft Pick of the Week. The B-25 MitchellIn this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team discusses our Aircraft Pick of the week. The B-25 Mitchell. The B-25 was derived from the 1939 NA-40B company proposal that was not accepted by the Army Air Corps. The Air Corps issued a circular (Number 38-385) in March 1938 describing the performance they required from the next bombers - a payload of 1,200 lb (540 kg) with a range of 1,200 mi (1,900 km) at more than 200 mph (320 km/h). Those performance specifications led NAA to submit their NA-40 design. The NA-40 had benefited from the North Amercian XB-21 (NA-39) of 1936 which wa...
2015-06-2143 min2015-06-0625 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #25. Author and Aviation Photographer Del Laughery – The Boneyard Almanac - An AMARG Book This Episode is brought to you by www.cuvr.org. In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team interviews Veteran, Author and Professional photographer Mr. Del Laughery. Del is the Author of the book The Boneyard Almanac. Del is a 21-year veteran of the U.S. Submarine Service. During his Navy days, Del served aboard USS Jacksonville, SSN-699, USS George Washington Carver, SSBN-656 (Gold), USS Pasadena, SSN-752, and USS Norfolk, SSN-714. He was aboard the USS Jacksonville during her collision with a Turkish freighter in 1982, an...
2015-05-1139 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #24. The Aircraft Carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, CVN-71, with MCPON Jim Herdt.
2015-05-0453 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #23. Part 2 - US Navy Squadrons HCS-84 and HCS-85 with Captain Sean Butcher.
2015-04-2139 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #22. The Patuxent River Naval Air Museum Expansion with Mr. Ed Sierra.In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team interviews the President of the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum, Mr. Ed Sierra. The museum celebrates the past, present and future of the Research, Development Test and Evaluation of Naval Aircraft. The team discusses the Construction of the new Patuxent River Naval Air Museum and Tourism Center and the details of the new facility and exhibits. Ed explains the history of the Museum and the passion of its patrons and contributors.
The discussion is very informative with a vast lists of museum activities and new planned activities. Wh...
2015-03-2825 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #21. US Navy Squadrons HSC-84 and HSC-85 with Mr. Lee Barbrey.In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team interviews U.S. Navy CMDCM (NAC/AW) Lee Barbrey (ret). and discuss the mission, history and future of the U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadrons HCS-84 and HCS-85. These squadrons have rich histories within the US Navy and are highly regarded due to their close relationships with Special Forces.
Lee explains the history that dates back to the Vietnam War and the significance of these specialized squadrons. In recent weeks, we have noticed news articles discussing the future of these squadrons.
The Hangar Deck Po...
2015-03-2234 min2015-03-1529 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #19. The Maritime Patrol Association with CAPT Curt Phillips.
In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team interviews US Navy Captain Curt Phillips, President of the Maritime Patrol Association (MPA) and US Navy Captain Rich Heimerle (ret.), National Director of the MPA. The MPA is a non-profit professional organization for the Maritime and Patrol Reconaissance Force (MPRA) community.
The Maritime Patrol Association, Inc (MPA) was founded in 2011 to provide recognition and to enhance the prestige of the U.S. Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance community by promoting the use of the patrol and reconnaissance aircraft in the United States Navy. In...
2015-03-0923 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #18. The Brunswick Naval Museum and Memorial Gardens with Mr. John Briley.
2015-03-0744 min2015-02-2828 min2015-02-1643 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #15. The Orion Arial Fire Fighters - Part 2.***Caution*** This Podcast is all about flying aircraft in Dangerous Situations. Please listen closely if you would like to do this job. I am back in studio with the Hangar Deck Team talking again with Dale Head and now Dan Mathern. We are discussing the specifics of using aircraft to fight forest fires. These guys have tons of experience and go into detail how the team does it with the mighty P-3 Orion. The Audio is quite choppy cause we lose Dan Mathern's cell phone numerous times. Please excuse this technology hiccup. Pass the word for the...
2015-01-2641 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #14. Save the Firefighting P-3 Orions! Part 1In this Hangar Deck Podcast Episode the team talks with Mr. Dale Head. Dale is the CEO of the Orion Arial Fighter Fighters who are determined to get the P-3 Orion Firefighting aircraft flying again. They been grounded since 2011 for structural inspection debates. Pitchlock Pete, Fast Eddie, and Raging Rick talk about Dale's plan and discuss the program prior to 2011 and the importance of these aircraft to the region.
Dale and his team launching an indiegogo campaign for 60 days using his fellow fire fighters and many aviation enthusiasts. This campaign starts January 15, 2015 and can be found on soci...
2015-01-1539 min
2014-11-2342 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #12. The Commercialization of UAVs.Were back after a short break! In this Episode, we interview the company CUVR or the Cluster for Unmanned Vehicles and Robotics from Exton, PA. Tom an Steve join the Hangar Deck Podcast team to discuss a number of interesting topics regarding Commercialization of UAVs in the US National Airspace System (NAS).
We briefly talk about the terms UAV, Drones, Remote Control (RC) and what the differences are. Rick and Ed also add their Airline experience and discuss UAVs operating in Commercial Airspace. Tune in and Enjoy The Hangar Deck Podcast. Thanks for listening.
2014-11-2229 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode 9. The KC-97 and Special Guest Ron TaylorWelcome back to the Hangar Deck Podcast. In this Eisode, we discuss Cold War Aviation with regards to the Air Force TAnker, the KC-97. Our special Guest in studio is an Air Force Veteran from 1962, Mr. Ron Taylor. Of course, Raging Rick feels comfortable with another Air Force Veteran in Studio. We discuss inflight refueling and share stories from both sides of the Boom.
This diverse discussion captures the historic KC-97 and Rons experience with the Air Force's famous 11th Aerial Refueling Squadron. Plenty of detailed airplane discussions from the past and present. Tanks for listening and we are...
2014-09-2933 minThe Hangardeck PodcastThe Hangar Deck Podcast - Aircraft Pick of the Week.Aircraft Pick of the Week.
In this episode, Raging Rick and the team discuss the US Navy MZ-3A Airship and it's roots back to the Airship Hindenberg. Also, it's comparison to tethered and un-tethered blimps. It's a short episode and we hope you enjoy our twist on this segment of the Show -Aircraft Pick of the Week-. We have new guests lined up and are excited to bring more energized topics to our audience. Feel free to leave us comments and if you are interested in the show don't hesitate to drop us a line and prov...
2014-09-2617 minThe Hangardeck PodcastEpisode #6. ADS-B Technology TalkIn this Episode, The Hangar Deck Podcast Crew discusses ADS-B Technology. It's an overall discussion on what ADS-B is and what impact it will have on Commercial and General Aviation. Pete's Avionics background engages both former Commercial Airline Pilots Raging Rick and Fast Eddie in this Next Generation Air Transportation topic. References to FAA mandates and current testing are also discussed. Thenk for your continued support and listening to our Podcast. Drop us a line and become the next guest on the Hangar Deck Podcast.
2014-09-1819 min