The Hangardeck Podcast: Recent Episodes
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If you love all things about Aviation as we do, then you will certainly enjoy our crew and show. We are presenting this Podcast for the Aviation Enthusiast featuring news and technology discussions on all things Aviation.
Our Goal is to have fun and present discussions on diverse Aviation topics with our partners and various guests from commercial and military aviation communities. The Hangar Deck Podcast team aims at bringing a relaxed, enthusiastic and entertaining experience while talking about cool aviation topics and perhaps learn a thing or two along the way. Our content and topics range from the Amateur to Expert Level Aviation Enthusiast.
Our multiple segment Podcast includes interviews with Pilots, Analysts, Maintenance Specialists, Aerospace Engineers ad Aviation Business Owners.
In this Episode, The Hangardeck team gets back together. The discussion focused on the North American B-25J Sandbar Mitchell recovery and restoration.
In 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 out of the former NAS Glenview that was located north of Chicago.
In 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 - . Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
In this Episode, The Hangardeck team talks to Vintage Wings about the Beach City Baby. Check out the Vintage Wings website - Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
In 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 - Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more great aviation talk at the Hangardeck Podcast.
Richard 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.
In 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In 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.
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.
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 Stay tuned as we bring more great content to the Hangardeck.
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.
In This Episode, Pitchlock Pete talks with Tom Grubaugh about the Mercury 7 mission, USS Kearsarge, VMA-533, and VMA-244 in Vietnam.
In 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.
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.
In 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.
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"
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Dienhart managed to escape the attacking fighters. With the ball turret gunner trapped and navigator seriously injured they proceeded at 30 to 50 feet, hedge-hopping all the way, to Switzerland and safety. Guided by the navigator Don Rowley who, despite having both arms virtually severed, managed to steer them from memory for over an hour to Switzerland where they made a dramatic crash landing only four miles from the German border. The navigator died the following day from his injuries." On this 2017 Memorial Weekend take a moment to respect our fallen and give thanks to all our fallen who died to preserve our freedoms. God Rest Your souls - Pitchlock Pete (Hangardeck Podcast)
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."
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.
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.
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
This episode was recorded from the Military Aviation Museum during Warbirds over the Beach 2017. May 19, 2017
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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..
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.
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.
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.
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 sacrifices veterans have made to secure our nation’s freedom. This annual ceremonial formation flight is visible from Alexandria, Arlington and Rosslyn, VA. The Culpeper Air Fest serves as a home base for the ground-breaking flight. In its day, the Texan represented the cutting edge of aviation technology, a mere 35 years after the Wright brothers’ first flight on a North Carolina beach. Over 15,000 “Texans” were built between 1938 and 1947, and approximately 400 are still flying today. We are proud to support and bring this episode to our fans. We look forward to bringing many more veteran based episodes for your listening enjoyment.
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 added that he would gladly return all three of his purple hearts, in turn for not having to endure what he did to get them, stating the hearts were basically rewarding any near death experience. Lockwood graduated from Fort Rutgers Alabama flight school, and three months later he was in Vietnam. He flew a light observation helicopter, nicknamed a Loach by the military men. The loach helicopters took part in “Hunt and Kill” team, described less harshly by media as “Pink Teams” for the red and white pendants the aircrafts had. The Pink Teams were made up of three aircrafts – two gunships, and one scout. Lockwood flew scout, his job was to fly extremely low to the ground and locate the enemy for the gunships in his team. Lockwood was one of the brave men who volunteered to be in the war, he was not drafted. Also he volunteered to fly scout, which was a very dangerous job. Regardless of his voluntary service Lockwood expressed, “Not wanted to fight in a war, not wanting to be in a shooting match, or to kill someone – There isn’t anything unpatriotic about that.’ Lockwood shared much of his Vietnam experience with The Hangardeck Podcast, stating that he feels dealing with such an experience is much easier if he can talk about it.
In 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 Pensacola colors you see today. Kevin’s SNJ-6 is thought to be the lowest time Texan around with only 3,000 hours.
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.
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.
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.
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 You can find his books on
In this episode, The Hangardeck Podcast Interviews Aircraft Artist and Painter Shayne Meder - and then we discuss the preliminary news release from the Southwest Engine Failure.
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.
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 aviation enthusiast, you MUST see this first hand. The Hangardeck Podcast would like to thank our audience for the continued support on our venture. We reached a milestone of over 12,000 downloads and continue to grow our audience. The Hangardeck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast. Tell us how we are doing by dropping Pitchlock Pete a direct comment at info@thehangardeck.com.
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 Messerschmitt Bf 109, he was transferred to Jagdgeschwader 54 “Grünherz” and was stationed on the Eastern Front. There he distinguished himself as a fighter pilot and was credited with a total of 5 air victories. Tune into more great Episodes of The Hangardeck Podcast.
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 range of types not normally a transport option to Australian civilians and found himself spending time at the sea ice runway and local helipads as much as he could where he could combine his passion for Aviation and the Antarctic. Tune into Matthew at his podcast -
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.
Our 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.
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 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.
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 General Manager "TK" and talk about the and his maintenance team. The Fighter Factory is the restoration & maintenance facility of the , a recently built hangar located on the grounds of the Virginia Beach Airport located in Pungo, VA. The Team maintains and restores WW2 & WW1 military aircraft. With a large inventory of flying vintage aircraft from both the First World War and the Second World War and also other vintage aircraft from from the Korean war . Military warbirds, fighters, bombers, training aircraft and liaison planes. Go and see all these warbirds restored to their former glory on show at the . What a great interview with "TK" and tune in for more episodes and great interviews on The Hangardeck Podcast.
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 his first plane ride at the age of 1 Month. When Pappy was nine years old he was given a check ride by an FAA flight examiner and passed the check ride for a private pilot's license due to Pappy being only nine years old. On his 16th birthday, he soloed and went on to et his commercial license, single engine land, multi-engine land and instrument rating. Today, Pappy has over 4,500 hours in over 40 different aircraft, flying everything from a J-3 to an F-16. He has flown in aerobatic competitions and raed in both the formula "V" and formula one class of air racing. Today, he flies the museum's PT-17, SNJ, P-40, B-25, PBY Catalina, and of course the Spitfire. What a great interview with Big John and his son Little John and Stay Tuned for more episodes and great interviews on The Hangardeck Podcast.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 left Syrian airspace, counter-claiming that their satellite data showed that the Sukhoi was about 1,100 yards inside Syrian airspace when it was shot down. The US State Department said that the US independently confirmed that the aircraft's flight path violated Turkish territory, and that the Turks gave multiple warnings to the pilot, to which they received no response. Russian president Vladimir Putin said that the US knew the flight path of the Russian jet and should have informed Turkey; two US officials said that Russia did not inform the US military of its jet's flight plan. The Russian pilot and weapon systems officer both ejected from the aircraft. The weapon systems officer was rescued, the pilot was shot and killed by Syrian Turkmen rebel ground fire while descending by parachute. A Russian naval infantryman from the search-and-rescue team launched to retrieve the two airmen was also killed when a rescue helicopter was shot down by the rebels. The shoot down was the first destruction of a Russian or Soviet Air Forces warplane by a NATO member state since the Korean War. Reactions to the incident included denunciation from Russia and an attempt to defuse the situation by NATO afterwards. Russia deployed the guided missile cruiser Moskva armed with S-300F (SA-N-6 Grumble) long-range SAM missiles off the Syrian coast near Latakia and S-400 (SA-21 Growler) mobile SAM systems to Khmeimim airbase. The Hangar Deck Podcast would like to thank our audience for the continued support on our venture. We reached a milestone of over 7,000 downloads and continue to grow our audience. The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast. Tell us how we are doing by dropping Pitchlock Pete a direct comment at pitchlockpete@thehangardeck.com.
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 groups will be organized: powerplants, airworthiness (airplane structure, systems, and fire), flight data recorder and cockpit voice recorder. Parties to the NTSB investigation are the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), The Boeing Company, and GE Aviation. In accordance with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 13, the UK Air Accidents Investigations Branch (AAIB), as the State of the Operator, has appointed an accredited representative to assist the investigation. The UK accredited representative has initially appointed British Airways and the UK Civil Aviation Authority as technical advisors. The following are the initial factual findings:
British Airways flight 2276, a Boeing 777-200ER, equipped with two GE90-85B engines, registration G-VIIO, was operating under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 129 and was enroute to London - Gatwick Airport (LGW), Horley, England. There were 157 passengers, including 1 lap child, and 13 crew members on board. There were several minor injuries as a result of the evacuation (mostly abrasions). The flight data recorder, cockpit voice recorder and quick access recorder have arrived at the NTSB Vehicle Recorder Laboratory and are currently being downloaded. On Tuesday evening, the airplane was photographed and the runway debris documented by FAA and airport officials before airplane was towed to secluded area of the airport (in order to reopen the runway). Initial examination of the left engine revealed multiple breaches of the engine case in the area around the high pressure compressor. Examination of the material recovered from runway found several pieces of the high pressure compressor spool (approximately 7-8 inches in length). Initial examination of the airplane by NTSB revealed that the left engine and pylon, left fuselage structure and inboard left wing airplane were substantially damaged by the fire. This damage will be documented over the next several days.
The powerplants and airworthiness groups will continue documenting the airplane and engine over the next several days. It is anticipated that once the tooling is in place, the left engine will be removed and shipped to a facility to conduct a full teardown. The Guys are happy to be back in action and have some great Episodes coming up. Stay Tuned for some great Aviation Talk for the Aviation Enthusiast.
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 equipped with a two-crew glass cockpit, which dispenses with the need for a flight engineer, along with more fuel-efficient engines, an optional fuel tank in the horizontal stabilizer, and revised fuselage/wing fairings. The aircraft also features an all-new interior with upgraded in-flight entertainment architecture. As on the 747-300, passenger variants include a stretched upper deck as standard. The model has a maximum capacity of 660 passengers with the 747-400D variant, and can fly non-stop for up to 7,670 nautical miles (14,200 km) with maximum payload, depending on model. Northwest Airlines first placed the 747-400 in commercial service in February 9, 1989. The 747-400 was produced in passenger (−400), freighter (−400F), combi (−400M), domestic (−400D), extended range passenger (−400ER) and extended range freighter (−400ERF) versions. The 747-400 is the second-most recent version of the Boeing 747 aircraft family, having been superseded by the more economical and advanced Boeing 747-8. The last −400 model was delivered in December 2009. As many 747-400s are now more than 20 years old, airlines are beginning to replace them. Airlines using the 747-400 have accelerated its retirement (as at 2015) and are replacing the model with more fuel efficient aircraft. The 747-400's leasing, resale and salvage value has dropped steeply because it is relatively expensive to operate. In most cases, it is being replaced with wide-body twin-engine aircraft like B777 or A330. The change in emphasis from hub and spoke operations to point-to-point flights has also reduced the need for jumbo jets. For example, Delta Airlines has reduced the number of flights it operates from the United States to Narita International Airport that are intended to transfer passengers to other destinations in Asia. Instead, Delta will utilize twin-engine widebody aircraft operating from an expanded hub at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Total capacity will be cut, but consequentially load factors will increase. In April 2015, Delta announced it would accelerate the retirement of its 747-400 aircraft and replace them either with Airbus A330 aircraft reassigned from cancelled international runs, or with new Airbus A350 aircraft now on order. That will leave just six 747s flying for the airline in 2015. Delta could not keep the 747s full without deeply discounting ticket prices; the discounts and increased maintenance required of a four-engine aircraft led to a drag on profits. Moreover, economic weakness in air cargo markets has slowed demand for cargo conversions. Since the cost of replacing a 747-400 is high (an airline must purchase or lease another wide-body), some operators choose to fly the 747-400 to the conclusion of its accepted useful life and then scrap it. The current parts resale value for this aircraft has been reduced to its engines. Several airlines have retired their 747-400 from the trans-pacific market. Remaining operators in 2014 include Qantas, British Airways and United. United is retaining its 23 747-400s for now, but the airline's deployment of them also reflects a change in emphasis from Asian hubs to domestic hubs, meaning that it will have more direct flights from the United States to secondary Asian market cities. This may reduce the need for jumbo jets. 747-400
Boeing 747-400 of Singapore Airlines, the type's first international operator
The original variant of the redesigned 747, the 747-400 debuted an increased wingspan, winglets, revised engines, and a glass cockpit which removed the need for a flight engineer. The type also featured the stretched upper deck (SUD) introduced with the 747-300. The passenger model formed the bulk of 747-400s sold, and 442 were built. In 1989, a Qantas 747-400 flew non-stop from London to Sydney, a distance of 9,720 nmi (11,190 mi, 18,001 km), in 20 hours and 9 minutes to set a commercial aircraft world distance record. As of 2014, this is the fastest heavyweight flight between London and Sydney. This was a delivery flight with no commercial passengers or freight on board. During testing, the first 747-400 built also set a world record for the heaviest airliner takeoff on June 27, 1988, on a flight to simulate heavy-weight stalls. The flight had a takeoff weight of 892,450 pounds (404,810 kg), and in order to satisfy Fédération Aéronautique Internationale regulations, the aircraft climbed to a height of 6,562 feet (2,000 m). 747-400F
Cargolux 747-400F with nose door open.
The 747-400F (Freighter) is an all freight version of the 747-400. While using the updated systems and wing design of the passenger versions, it features the original short upper deck found on the classic 747s in order to save weight. The model's first flight was on May 4, 1993, and it entered service with Cargolux on November 17, 1993. Major customers included Atlas Air, Cargolux, China Airlines, Korean Air, Nippon Cargo Airlines, Polar Air Cargo, and Singapore Airlines. The −400F can be easily distinguished from the passenger −400 by its shorter upper-deck hump and lack of windows along the main deck. The 747-400F has a main deck nose door and a mechanized cargo handling system. The nose door swings up so that pallets or containers up to 40 ft (12 m) can be loaded straight in on motor-driven rollers. An optional main deck side cargo door (like the 747-400M (Combi)) allows loading of dimensionally taller cargo modules. A lower deck ("belly") side door allows loading of unit load devices (ULD) up to 1,63 m height. Boeing delivered 126 Boeing 747-400F aircraft with no unfilled orders as of November 2009.[2] The last −400F was delivered to Nippon Cargo Airlines on August 2, 2008. 747-400M
A KLM Boeing 747-400 Combi, on short final to JFK Airport in New York City
The 747-400M (a passenger/freight or "Combi" variant) first flew on June 30, 1989 and entered service with KLM on September 12, 1989. Based on the successful Combi versions of the Classic 747s, the −400M has a large cargo door fitted to the rear of the fuselage for freight loading to the aft main deck cargo hold. A locked partition separates the cargo area from the forward passenger cabin, and the −400M also features additional fire protection, a strengthened main deck floor, a roller-conveyor system, and passenger-to-cargo conversion equipment. The last 747-400M was delivered to KLM on April 10, 2002. 747-400D
Japan Airlines Boeing 747-400D at Tokyo International Airport
The 747-400D (Domestic) is a high density seating model developed for short-haul, high-volume domestic Japanese flights. This model is capable of seating a maximum of 568 passengers in a two-class configuration or 660 passengers in a single-class configuration. The −400D lacks the wingtip extensions and winglets included on other variants. Winglets would provide minimal benefits on short-haul routes, while adding extra weight and cost. The −400D may be converted to the long range version if needed. The 747-400D can be distinguished from the otherwise similar-looking 747-300 by the extra windows on the upper deck. These allow for extra seating at the rear of the upper deck, where a galley would normally be situated on longer flights. In total, 19 of the type were built, with the last example delivered to All Nippon Airways on February 11, 1996. This variant was retired with ANA retiring their last 747 on March 31, 2014. 747-400ER The 747-400ER (Extended Range) was launched on November 28, 2000 following an order by Qantas for six aircraft. The model was commonly referred to as the '910k' signifying its maximum weight achieved via structural modifications and modified landing gear. This was the only order for the passenger version, chosen by Qantas to allow for full loads between Melbourne and Los Angeles, particularly in the western direction. The −400ER can fly 500 miles (805 km) further, or carry 15,000 lb (6,800 kg) more freight. The first 747-400ER was used as a test flight airplane and painted in Boeing colours, registration N747ER. Qantas received the first delivery of a 747−400ER Registration VH-OEF on October 31, 2002; this was the second airplane built. The flight test airplane was refurbished and delivered in Qantas livery. The 747-400ER included the option of one or two additional 3,240 US gallon body fuel tanks in the forward cargo hold, but no customers ordered the tanks. Manufactured by Marshall Aerospace, these tanks utilized metal to metal honeycomb-bonded technology to achieve a high fuel volume-to-dry weight ratio. The tanks featured a double wall, integrated venting system, and achieve fuel control via a modified Fuel System Management Card (FSMC) which optimizes fuel transfer into the Center Wing Tank (CWT) in flight along with the fuel transfer from the Horizontal Stabiliser Tank (HST). The tank is removable using tooling that interfaces with the cargo loading system. Similar technology has been used by Marshall in the development of body fuel tanks for the Boeing 777-200LR and Boeing P-8A Poseidon. Other changes to the 747-400ER include relocation of oxygen system components and the potable water system tanks and pumps since the body fuel tanks prevent access to the standard locations. 747-400ERF
KLM Boeing 747-400ERF at Schiphol International Airport
The 747-400ERF (747-400ER Freighter) is the freight version of the −400ER, launched on April 30, 2001.[17] The 747-400ERF is similar to the 747-400F, except for increased gross weight capability which allows it to carry more cargo weight. Unlike the 747-400ER, no customers ordered the optional body fuel tanks (cargo compartment fuel tanks). The 747-400ERF has a maximum takeoff weight of 910,000 pounds (412,769 kg) and a maximum payload of 248,600 pounds (112,760 kg). It offers cargo airlines the choice of either adding 22,000 pounds (9,980 kg) more payload than other 747-400 freighter variants, or adding 525 nautical miles (972 km) to the maximum range. The -400ERF has a range of 5,700 miles (9,200 km) with maximum payload, about 326 miles (525 km) farther than the standard 747-400 freighter, and has a strengthened fuselage, landing gear, and parts of its wing, along with new, larger tires. The first −400ERF was delivered to Air France (via ILFC) on October 17, 2002. Boeing has delivered 40 Boeing 747-400ERFs with no outstanding orders as of 2009. The last 747-400 was a −400ERF delivered on December 22, 2009 to Kalitta Air. The new 747-8 Freighter has more payload capacity, but less range than the 747-400ERF. 747-400 Boeing Converted Freighter The 747-400BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), formerly known as the 747-400SF (Special Freighter), is a conversion program for standard passenger 747-400s. The project was launched in 2004 and will be done by approved contractors such as TAECO, KAL Aerospace and SIA Engineering. The first Boeing 747-400BCF was redelivered to Cathay Pacific Cargo and entered service on December 19, 2005. This kind of converting procedure is located at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport in China. The 747-400BDSF (Bedek Special Freighter) is another converted version freighter by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). The first 747-400BDSF was redelivered to Air China Cargo.[citation needed] EVA Air's several Boeing 747-45EM planes have been converted as BDSF model after retiring from passenger service upon the delivery of Boeing 777-300ER planes. This kind of converting procedure is located at Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel. Neither the 747-400BCF nor the 747-400BDSF have a nose cargo door; freight can only be loaded through the side cargo door. 747 Large Cargo Freighter Main article: Boeing 747 Large Cargo Freighter
Boeing 747 Large Cargo Freighter at Chūbu Centrair International Airport, Japan
Boeing announced in October 2003 that, because of the amount of time involved with marine shipping, air transport would be the primary method of transporting parts for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Pre-owned passenger 747-400 aircraft have been converted into an outsize, "Large Cargo Freighter" (LCF) configuration to ferry sub-assemblies to Everett, Washington for final assembly. The LCF has a bulging fuselage similar to that of the Aero Spacelines Super Guppy or Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft. The conversion, designed by Boeing engineers from Puget Sound, Moscow and Canoga Park, Cal., and Gamesa Aeronáutica in Spain, was carried out in Taiwan by a subsidiary of the Evergreen Group. Boeing purchased four second-hand aircraft and had them all converted; the fourth and final LCF took its first flight in January 2010. Delivery times are as low as a day using the 747 LCF, compared to up to 30 days for deliveries by ship. The LCF has the largest cargo hold of any aircraft and can hold three times the volume of a 747-400F freighter. The LCF is not a Boeing production model and has not been offered for sale to any customers. The LCFs are intended for Boeing's exclusive use. In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete's panel of Aviation Contributers included Fast Eddie Raging Rick, and our special Guest Mr. Brian Mills. We would like to thank our listeners for the continued support on our adventure. The team has reached a milestone of over 7,000 downloads and continue to grow our shows and audience. If you would like to be a guest on The Hangar Deck Podcast, contact us at Pitchlockpete@thehangardeck.com. We continue to strive to bring our listeners a great and fun listening experience.
In 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 was the company's partly-successful design for an earlier medium bomber that had been initially accepted and ordered but then cancelled. However, the company's experience from the XB-21 contributed to the design and development of the NA-40. The single NA-40 built flew first at the end of January 1939. It went though several modifications to correct problems. These improvements included fitting 1,600 hp Wright R-2600 "Double Cyclone" radial engines, in March 1939 which solved the lack of power. In March 1939, North American delivered the substantially redesigned and improved NA-40 (as NA-40B) to the United States Airmy Air Corps for evaluation. It was in competition with other manufacturers' designs (Douglas 7B, Stearman X-100 and the Martin Model 167F) but failed to win orders. The aircraft was originally intended to be an attack bomber for export to the United Kingdom and France, both of which had a pressing requirement for such aircraft in the early stages of World War II. However, the French had already opted for a revised Douglas 7B (as the DB-7). Unfortunately, the NA-40B was destroyed in a crash on 11 April 1939 while undergoing testing. Although the crash was not considered due to a fault with the aircraft design, the Army ordered the DB-7 as the A-20. The Air Corps issued a specification for a medium bomber in March 1939: 2,400 lb (1,100 kg) over 1,200 mi (1,900 km) at 300 mph (480 km/h) NAA used the NA-40B design to develop the NA-62 which competed for the medium bomber contract. There was no YB-25 for prototype service tests. In September 1939, the Air Corps ordered the NA-62 into production as the B-25, along with the other new Air Corps medium bomber, the Martin B-26 Marauder "off the drawing board". The NA-40 lost out to the Douglas A-20 in the attack type competition, but NAA developed a more advanced design, the NA-40B, which in turn lead to the NA-62, B-25 Mitchell bomber. Early into B-25 production, NAA incorporated a significant redesign to the wing dihedral. The first nine aircraft had a constant-dihedral meaning the wing had a consistent, upward angle from the fuselage to the wingtip. This design caused stability problems. A slight anhedral on the outboard wing sections nullified the problem and gave the B-25 its gull wing configuration. Less noticeable changes during this period included an increase in the size of the tail fins and a decrease in their inward cant. NAA continued design and development in 1940 and 1941. Both the B-25A and B-25B series entered AAF service. The B-25B was operational in 1942. Combat requirements lead to further developments. Before the year was over, NAA was producing the B-25C and B-25D series at different plants. Also in 1942, the manufacturer began design work on the cannon-armed B-25G series. The NA-100 of 1943 and 1944 was an interim armament development at the Kansas City complex know as the B-25D2. Similar armament upgrades by U.S-based commercial modification centers involved about half of the B-25G series. Further development led to the B-25H, B-25J and B-25J2. The gunship design concept dates to late 1942 and NAA sent a field technical representative to the SWPA. The factory produced B-25G entered production during the NA-96 order followed by the redesigned B-25H gunship.The B-25J reverted to the bomber role but it too could be outfitted as a strafer (Pictured above). North American Aviation manufactured the greatest number of aircraft in World War II. It was the first time a company had produced trainers, bombers and fighters simultaneously (the AT-6/SNJ Texan, B-25 Mitchell, and the P-51 Mustang). It produced B-25s at both its Inglewood main plant and an additional 6,608 aircraft at its Kansas City, Kansas plant. Postwar, the USAF placed a contract for the TB-25L trainer in 1952. This was a modification program by Hayes of Birmingham, Alabama. Its primary role was reciprocal engine pilot training. A development of the B-25 was the North Amercian XB-28, designed as a high-altitude bomber. Two prototypes were built with the second prototype, the XB-28A, evaluated as a photo-reconnaissance platform but the aircraft did not enter production. In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete's panel of Aviation Contributers included Fast Eddie Raging Rick, Andy White and our special Guest Mr. Steve Zvara. We would like to thank our listeners for the continued support on our adventure. The team has reached a milestone of over 7,000 downloads and continue to grow our shows and audience. If you would like to be a guest on The Hangar Deck Podcast, contact us at Pitchlockpete@thehangardeck.com. We continue to strive to bring our listeners a great and fun listening experience. I
This episode is brought to you by www.cuvr.org. The Grey Beard Series is all about Aircraft Maintenance Stories from experienced military and commercial aircraft technicians. WARNING: Explicit languange and content with this series of discussions. In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete's panel of aviation contributors include former US Navy and Commercial Technicians discussing the dreaded aircraft wash and horror stories from the Wash Rack. We promise it will be downright silly. The Grey Beard Series is all about our sarcastic and funny side of the Aviation Community with stories that might surprise you or remind you of times of past. The Hangar Deck Podcast would like to thank our listeners for the continued support on our adventure. We have reached a milestone of over 6,000 downloads and continue to grow our shows and audience. If you would like to be a guest on The Hangar Deck Podcast, contact us at Pitchlockpete@hangardeck.com. The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring our listeners a great show.
This Episode is brought to you by 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, and in a cruel twist of fate was assigned to her again as his final boat - following the Norfolk - and was aboard for another collision in 1996. In addition, to his submarine background Del is a private pilot, aviation photographer, and works in the aviation industry at Pratt & Whitney. If you know aviation, you know that company. His is the lead for the military jet engine training program. Del says, “Writing these books came as something of an accident. I didn't "get the bug" to write, instead, I just started writing down thoughts about my submarine career, which eventually became the backbone for . The came into being as a byproduct of my aviation photography. After numerous visits to Davis-Monthan AFB, I suddenly had a few thousand photos along with a desire to share them.” He continues to say, “The Boneyard is a patch of Arizona desert full of stored and derelict aircraft from the past and present. To walk among the war-weary aircraft parked here is to take a literal trip into the past. Fighters sit among cargo aircraft, while bombers are surrounded by trainers. Regardless of what specific plane is in your view, there's a story around how it got there and the men and women who flew it. One of service. One of sacrifice. Of times both better and worse for the airmen and the world.” Photographer Del Laughery received unprecedented access over the last ten years to the collection itself as well as never-before-seen archival photographs. He also includes the boneyard's connections with the USAF Museum and the Pima Air and Space Museum as part of the greater story of what happens to old, unwanted warplanes. If you're an aviation fan, an ex-military pilot, or in love with history, The Boneyard Almanac will provide a highly pictorial perspective that few ever get to experience firsthand. Del's photographs are extraordinary, placing you right next to these aircraft, so close, in fact, you can almost reach out and touch them. The Hangar Deck Podcast would like to thank our audience for the continued support on our venture. We reached a milestone of over 6,000 downloads and continue to grow our audience. If you would like to be a guest on The Hangar Deck Podcast contact us at . The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast.
This Episode is brought to you by In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team interviews the 9th Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, MCPON Jim Herdt. We discuss his time as the Command Master Chief or CMC of the Aircraft Carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). This interview is by far our best work and we appreciate his stories and memories. Jim Herdt is the CEO of Herdt Consulting, Inc. Jim transitioned from active duty in April 2002 with 35 years of active naval service. He served the last four years of his active service as the most senior enlisted member of the United States Navy. As such, his responsibilities included leading program and policy development for an enlisted force of over 400,000 personnel. Additionally, he served as a personal advisor to the Chief of Naval Operations, Secretary of the Navy, Secretary of Defense and U.S. Congress on all U.S. Navy personnel policies. This is an awesome and inspiring conversation from MCPON Herdt and he takes a trip back in time to the early to mid 90s in the US Navy and onboard a Nimitz Class Carrier. Raging Rick, Fast Eddie and myself had a great time with Jim and we hope you continue to enjoy our stories and interviews. The Hangar Deck Podcast would like to thank our audience for the continued support on our venture. We reached a milestone of over 6,000 downloads and continue to grow our audience. If you would like to be a guest on The Hangar Deck Podcast contact us at . The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast.
This Episode is brought to you by In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team continues the series on US Navy Squadrons HCS-84 and HCS-85 and invite Former Skipper (CO) of HCS-84, Captain Sean Butcher to join our aviation panel. We continue discussing the mission, history and future of 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. Captain Butcher explains the history that dates back to the Vietnam War and the significance of these specialized squadrons and how relevant they are today. Captain Butcher has 6 deployments to the Gulf region and discusses the contributions to COCOMS HSC-84 and HCS-85 have contributed. HSC-84 and HSC-85 flew over 1,200 SOF missions in OIF and are currently deployed forward as a main part of the Navy’s contribution to counter terrorism. Captain Sean Butcher specifically outlines the support that is provided to US Navy SEALS. We have seen many budget cuts to the Navy Reserves and Captain Sean Butcher outlines the details of the plan and possible challenges. We touch on the challenge of excess capacity in the fleet and why is congress considering cutting the complete reserve capability vice cutting some capacity in the active US Navy. The big discussion point the Captain touches on is which Special Operations Forces (SOF) stands to lose out the most if these squadrons go away. Learn as the Captain describes a typical pilot/gunner in the squadron and the qualifications they are subjected to to include the amount of hours that the pilots typically have and the amounts of rounds the aircrewmen must expend to get qualified? The Hangar Deck Podcast would like to thank our audience for the continued support on our venture. We reached a milestone of over 6,000 downloads and continue to grow our audience. The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast. Tell us how we are doing by dropping Pitchlock Pete a direct comment at pitchlockpete@thehangardeck.com.
In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team interviews the , 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. What originally began as a temporary location for the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum 14 years ago is currently being turned into a museum complex. There are currently two buildings, one of which holds the museum exhibits and a second building that is currently being used for storage. The new building is under construction and will fully take this facility from a museum building to a museum complex. The new museum will make the museum a landmark for St. Mary’s County and Southern Maryland The Hangar Deck Podcast would like to thank our audience for the continued support on our venture. We reached a milestone of over 4,000 downloads and continue to grow our audience. The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast. Tell us how we are doing by dropping Pitchlock Pete a direct comment at pitchlockpete@thehangardeck.com.
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 Podcast would like to thank our audience for the continued support on our venture. We reached a milestone of over 4,000 downloads and continue to grow our audience. The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast. Tell us how we are doing by dropping Pitchlock Pete a direct comment at pitchlockpete@thehangardeck.com.
In this Episode of the Hangar Deck Podcast, the team interviews US Navy AFCM (NAC/AW) Joe Tierney (ret.). Joe has been a private pilot since 1982 and he has always had the desire to be around aviation. Joe chased his dream and passion for aviation and recently built his own airplane. We talk exclusively with Joe on his aircraft build efforts from kit selection to engine selection and avionics selection. Sure, every home built aircraft has its own challenges but if you’re determined like Joe, then you are sure to succeed. Listen into this episode as Joe explains the challenges and milestones from the first rivet to the first flight and FAA certification of his experimental experimental aircraft build. Follow his build at this website The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast. Tell us how we are doing by dropping Pitchlock Pete a direct comment at pitchlockpete@thehangardeck.com.
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 pursuing these objectives, MPA will provide a forum whereby past, present and future MPA members can: interact and network with each other through a variety of meetings and events and media; provide recognition to those persons who have made significant contributions to the community. The Hangar Deck Podcast Team continues to strive and bring great interviews for the aviation enthusiast. Tell us how we are doing by leaving a comment or dropping Pitchlock Pete a direct comment at pitchlockpete@thehangardeck.com.
In this Episode of Pitchlock Pete and Co-host Fast Eddie along with our Contributor Andy White 'Whitey' talk with the Brunswick Naval Museum and President Mr. John Briley. John and his members have started an organization to preserve the history of the closed Naval Air Station Brunswick (NASB), Maine. John details for the Hangardeck crew when the Museum idea was first discussed and how popular it is to former base residents and the local community. He explains the Museum’s purpose and how they would like to promote a better understanding and appreciation of the history of naval airborne patrol, especially the history of NASB and naval units based in Maine; and to maintain a memorial to those service members who gave their lives in service to their country. To that end they are planning to establish and maintain museum facilities, maintain the memorial gardens, collect and preserve artifacts, photographs, documents and other materials pertaining to that history, and mount ongoing educational activities including exhibits, research, publications, seminars, workshops, lectures and outreach programming. John's team will also provide a place for veterans to meet and get referrals to or information about community and veterans’ services. how many members, sponsors and which facilities they are looking to display some of the memorabilia and static display aircraft. If you would like to be a member of the Brunswick Museum or sponsor this great effort contact John at . It was great talking with John and we look forward to bringing him on the show again.
In this Episode, , Fast Eddie and Raging Rick have a discussion on vs. Sense and Avoid. The guys outline See and Avoid for new listeners and then discuss Sense and Avoid as it relates to Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Also discussed briefly is the recently released UAS Proposed regulations. The guys talk about how technology available takes part in See and Sense and Avoid. Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems or TCAS is briefly discussed with manned and unmanned aircraft. is referenced and discussed briefly in this episode. Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode. Stay tuned for great upcoming episodes that include a very diverse choice of topics which include the , , , NOAA and many more. We appreciate the continued support and look forward to great discussions. Check out our channel for quick video blasts on upcoming events, news and schedules. You can always find us at
Our Best Episode to date. YOU MUST LISTEN TO THIS INTERVIEW!!! This interview is with the Lead Flight Engineer and Program Manager for the NASA Super Guppy and he talks to the Hangar Deck Podcast team about this wonderful aircraft. The Super Guppy is a National Asset and the only one still flying today. The Guppy and Super Guppy missions date back to the 1950’s and it’s a very interesting story. Listen to Mr. Dave Elliott talk about this wonderful aircraft and the details of what this mission is all about. We are very proud to bring this segment to our listeners and if you are interested in working for the NASA team contact us at: and we can put in touch with Mr. Dave Elliott and the NASA team. We continue to enjoy bringing these interviews to you so if there is something you like about it or not, leave us a comment and tell us how we are doing. I know there are a lot of Flight Engineer’s that might listen to this podcast and we continue to support the Professional Flight Engineer in the Navy and in the Commercial/Government sectors. Thank you for all your support.
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 Orion Arial Fire Fighters and as always, thanks for listening to the Hangar Deck Podcast.
In this Hangar Deck Podcast Episode the team talks with Mr. Dale Head. Dale is the CEO of the 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 social media at
Key West Search and Rescue These stories are rarely told about this special US Navy Search and Rescue Unit. I am proud to have been part of a great cohesive unit. Most Open Ocean rescues that normal people are exposed to are on TV and usually include the US Coast Guard. The US Navy does not share the same exposure as does the US Coast Guard so we are bringing some of these stories to you from the Hangar Deck Podcast. Listen to the men who participated in these actual dangerous open ocean rescues and their participation during Hurricane Andrew. I can assure you the stories are real and it did happen the way these men describe them. From delivering babies to night time Cuban Refugee Rescues these are the stories. The Hangar Deck Podcast Team is proud to present this episode and dedicates this to all the men and women serving as Rescue Swimmers and who Operate and Maintain these Search and Rescue units.
Were back after a short break! In this Episode, we interview the company 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.
In this Episode, Pitchlock Pete, Fast Eddie and Raging Rick welcome special Guest Brian Mills who me have official deemed him nickname as Blazing Brian. The topic for this Episode is Aircraft Automation Dependency. Blazing Brian’s resume includes a vast military and commercial aviation background. A US Navy P-3 Flight Engineer for 22 years, Brian continued his Career flying for a major Cargo Carrier and as an FE has flown the 747-100 and 200 series legacy aircraft. Brian has always had the desire to pilot aircraft and as owned and piloted a Cessna 172 aircraft for many years. In most recent years, he has upgraded his licensing and now flies as a first officer on the 747-400 Aircraft. The Hangar Deck Podcast Team talks with Blazing Brian about automation on the Flight Deck and current and past training that most carriers require of their pilots. In addition, we briefly touch on the Asiana Flight 214 mishap. Thanks for all the overwhelming support from our audience! We recently partnered up with the guys at crewman.org and they continue to provide overwhelming support to veteran aircrewman finding employment for veterans looking to continue their skill sets in the commercial market. Look them up at .
In this Episode. Fast Eddie describes and discusses the Lockheed C-130 Hercules Cargo Aircraft. It's fascinating to learn how long this platform has been in production at the Marietta, GA Lockheed facility. This airplane has a vast and long history supporting the US Military and is the most under appreciated platform in our inventory. Listen close as Fast Eddie discusses in detail the Lockheed C-130 Hercules Aircraft. And always, Thanks for listening to the Hangar Deck Podcast.
Welcome 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 excited to keep ringing all thing Aviation to the Show. - Pitchlock Pete.
Welcome back to the Hangar Deck Podcast. In this episode, Raging Rick explains the details and events leading up to his callsign being issued to him (CHUMP). Rick flew F-4 Phantoms and the F-16 Falcon in the US Air Force. This story is both interesting, informative and yet funny. Rick goes into detail of air to air combat scenarios with 1 vs. 1 2 vs. 1 and ultimately 2 vs. 2 fighter scenarios. We continue to have great chemistry in the studio and if you are interested in coming into the show let us know. Keep the comments coming and we look forward to our next Espisode when we talk with Mr. Ron Taylor, a former US Air Force In-Flight Refueling Boom Operator with the 11th ARS during the Cold War (1962-1965). He directly supported B-52 SAC missions and it's exciting to hear aviation stories from this time.
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 provide a topic you want to talk to the team about. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more exciting Hangar Deck Podcast Episodes. - Pitchlock Pete
In 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.
In this Episode, we discuss innovative Avionic Technologies from the maintainer point of iew. Ou Guest, Chapper Mike is an expert in the industry and has supported the Commercial, Corprate and Military industries regarding engineering, maintaining, operating and training state of the art Avionics systems. We call him Chopper Mike but he has a diverse background with fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft. Notably, Chopper Mike was first on scene to support Hurricane Katrina Operations as a Technical and Engineer Expert for Rotary wing aircraft. His Expert Knowledge assited many government agencies with Reliability and Maintainability concerns with the Sikorsky line of government products. It's a great discussion.
In this Hangar Deck Podcast Episode, we discuss the current status of UAV technology and look closer at the levels of autonomy associated with UAVs. Our Guest, Dyhedral Doug owns his own company developing autonomous UAVs for multiple markets. Fast Eddie and Radical Rick are also back in studio to blend their aviation experience into the show. Aircraft Pick of the week is back and interesting as ever. Thanks for listening.