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Lowdown 23 Jul 2024 | Chinese J-10 Exercise w/UAE | CIA Analyst Indicted | Growler Air-to-Air Kill

In episode 106, Mike "Flash" McVay, hosts Brigadier General (Ret) Max Stitzer where they discuss a wide-ranging career in the military, from being an enlisted target intel specialist to becoming a maintenance officer and eventually a general officer. Checkout Aura | See Who Has Your Data | https://aura.com/afterburn14-day free trial - No "Gotchas" - Cancel Anytime Join our free newsletter for insights into aviation, defense, and geo-politics - <a href="https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter" rel="nofollow">https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter</a> He shares his experiences and favorite assignments, including his time at the Air Force Reserve and the Pentagon. General Stitzer also talks about the importance of mentorship and the impact of the AMOS (Advanced Maintenance and Munitions Operator School) program. He provides insights into serving in the Pentagon and navigating the political landscape. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the establishment of the U.S. Space Force. Gen Stitzer discusses the establishment of the Space Force and the challenges it faced. He emphasizes that the creation of the Space Force was driven by Congress and the recognition that space is a warfighting domain. Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts:Apple - <a href="https://apple.co/3dLradT" rel="nofollow">https://apple.co/3dLradT </a>Spotify - <a href="https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr" rel="nofollow">https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr </a> Support The Afterburn Podcast for on Patreon and gain early access and AD Free episodes. Plus access to “There I was…” stories. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast </a> Afterburn Podcast Links:Website – <a href="https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com" rel="nofollow">https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com </a>Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast</a>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Policygenius: policygenius.com Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

#106 Brig Gen (Ret) Max "Stiffy" Stitzer

Checkout Aura | See Who Has Your Data - <a href="https://aura.com/afterburn" rel="nofollow">https://aura.com/afterburn</a>14-day free trial - No "Gotchas" - Cancel Anytime Join our free newsletter for insights into aviation, defense, and geo-politics - <a href="https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter" rel="nofollow">https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter</a>Welcome to the latest episode of "Lowdown" on the Afterburn podcast, where we dive into aviation and defense news. This week, we look back into a bit of recent history with iTurkey's failed coup attempt on July 15, 2016, and its impact on the F-35 program. Turkey's shift towards Russia led to its removal from the F-35 program.We also cover the latest in aviation mishaps, including a tail strike incident involving a 777, a food poisoning scare on a Delta flight, a tragic maintenance accident on a Varesh Airlines 737, Boeing's Starliner mission, and the groundbreaking KC-46's nonstop around-the-world flight.Find the right life insurance policy for you and your family today, visit <a href="http://policygenius.com" rel="nofollow">policygenius.com</a>﻿Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple - <a href="https://apple.co/3dLradT" rel="nofollow">https://apple.co/3dLradT</a> Spotify - <a href="https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr" rel="nofollow">https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr</a> Support The Afterburn Podcast for on Patreon and gain early access and AD Free episodes. Plus access to “There I was…” stories. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast</a> Afterburn Podcast Links: Website – https://www.theafterburnpodcast.comChapters00:00 The Turkish Coup Attempt and Turkey's Removal from the F-35 Program01:38 Aviation News: Tail Strike, Flight Diversion, and Maintenance Worker Fatality03:07 Former Airline Pilot Pleads Guilty to Obstructing NTSB Investigation04:04 Incident Involving Two Regional Jets and Stranded NASA Astronauts05:00 Aura: Identity Protection and Data Breach Notification06:28 Defense Updates: KC-46 Around-the-World Flight and ICBM Upgrade Program08:12 Issues with TR3 Upgrade and Delayed F-35 Deliveries09:37 Chinese Military Ships Spotted off the Coast of Alaska and Russia's Presence in Cuba Our Sponsors: * Check out Policygenius: policygenius.com Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Lowdown - 16 Jul 2024 | Pilot Obstructs NTSB | Airliner Near Miss | Around the World KC-46 Flight

In this episode of the Afterburn Podcast, we dive into the possibility of replacing the A-10 Warthog with the F/A-18 Super Hornet. This episode is hosted by John "Rain" Waters who is joined by Patrick "Burt" Brown, an experienced A-10 pilot and Weapons School Instructor. "Burt" has presented the idea (see article link below) of replacing the A-10 with the F-18 Super Hornet in the United States Air Force. He makes the case for the Super Hornet, highlighting its asymmetrical capabilities, austere field capability, weapons loadout, and joint outside platform. The discussion also touches on the concept of agile combat employment and the importance of retaining the knowledge and skill set within the A-10 community. The conversation explores alternative options such as the Super Tucano, T-7, and F-15EX, but ultimately concludes that the Super Hornet is the best choice. The conversation explores the viability of using F-18 Super Hornets as a replacement for the A-10 Warthog. The main themes discussed include the need to preserve the knowledge and skill set of the A-10 community, the importance of maintaining production capacity for fighter jets, and the potential advantages of the Super Hornet in terms of versatility and asymmetry. The conversation also touches on the possibility of the Air Force acquiring Growlers and the challenges of organizational change and specialization within the F-35 program. "Burt's" article: <a href="https://www.twz.com/a-10-pilots-compelling-case-for-replacing-warthogs-with-super-hornets" rel="nofollow">https://www.twz.com/a-10-pilots-compelling-case-for-replacing-warthogs-with-super-hornets</a>Follow along on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@AfterburnPodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@AfterburnPodcast</a> Support The Afterburn Podcast for on Patreon and gain early access and AD Free episodes. Plus access to “There I was…” stories. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast</a>🎙️Show Sponsors 🎙️Go to <a href="https://aura.com/afterburn" rel="nofollow">https://aura.com/afterburn</a> to get a 14-day free trial and see if your personal information has been compromised.Find the right life insurance policy for you and your family today, visit <a href="http://policygenius.com" rel="nofollow">policygenius.com</a> Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts:Apple - <a href="https://apple.co/3dLradT" rel="nofollow">https://apple.co/3dLradT</a>Spotify - <a href="https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr" rel="nofollow">https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr</a> Afterburn Podcast Links:Website – <a href="https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com" rel="nofollow">https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com</a>Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast</a>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Policygenius: policygenius.com Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

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