The Afterburn Podcast

Kevin Latchman is a Royal Air Force C-17 officer who has commanded at multiple levels within the RAF. He joined the  @AfterburnPodcast  to share his story and perspectives throughout his Air Force Career. He was awarded the Air Force Cross for his actions during the Kabul Afghanistan evacuation in August 2021. Group Captain Kevin Latchman's superior airmanship adverted certain disaster during a takeoff when vehicles crossed the runway during his takeoff roll. Join our free weekly newsletter for insights into aviation, defense, and geo-politics - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter   🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨 Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Contact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contact Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast Apple - https://apple.co/3dLradT Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr Rain on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en Podcast on IG - https://www.instagram.com/afterburnpodcast/ Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rainwaters27?lang=en Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/afterburnpodcast Website - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message

Brett Yoakum joins  @AfterburnPodcast  for episode 83. Brett is a C-17 loadmaster a former police officer and a firefighter. Brett recalls his harrowing time in Afghanistan, where he found himself in the midst of chaos during the Kabul evacuation missions. Grab the newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Brett shares the challenges he faced as a police officer and the often negative public perception of law enforcement. They explore the complexities of the militarization of police and discuss recent events that have shaped public opinion. From intense situations in war zones to battling mental health issues, Brett's story is one of resilience, camaraderie, and the tough choices one encounters in the line of duty. 🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨 Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Contact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contact Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast Apple - https://apple.co/3dLradT Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr Podcast on IG - https://www.instagram.com/afterburnpodcast/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/afterburnpodcast Website - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/ Rain on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en Guns Garin Memorial Foundation https://bit.ly/GunsGarin 🎙️Afterburn Podcast Sponsors🎙️ Launch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDope Secure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburn E3 Aviation Association: https://bit.ly/E3Aviation   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message

Grab the Lowdown ⁠newsletter⁠ to stay in the fight with critical insights into defense, aviation, and geo-political happenings around the globe -> ⁠Sign Up Here⁠ Guns Garin Memorial Foundation ⁠https://bit.ly/GunsGarin Dive into the latest global events as we discuss escalating tensions with Iran's proxy forces in the Middle East, and the U.S. bolstering its defense posture. We'll also touch on the shocking off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot incident, Boeing's financial turbulence over the Air Force One project, and the renaming of U.S. Army posts in Georgia. Plus, get insights into China's diplomatic moves with its new defense minister and the rocky road to the San Francisco summit. Lastly, we delve into the chilling reports of Russia executing its soldiers. Don't miss this comprehensive roundup of the week's most pressing news! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message

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Retired A-10 Fighter Pilot, Dylan "Habu" Thorpe joins episode 82 of  @AfterburnPodcast  with John "Rain" Waters. Dive deep into Habu's career from a Weapon Systems Operator in the F-15E to his journey to becoming an A-10. Explore combat stories, air show highlights, and the intricate world of Combat Search and Rescue. Thanks to  @e3aviationassociation  for bringing out the film crew. Check out E3 Aviation's awesome aviation community here: https://bit.ly/E3Aviation Grab the weekly newsletter for defense & aviation insights 👉 https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message

Grab the newsletter here https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter for your weekly insider look at all things aviation, defense, and geopolitics. 🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨 Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Contact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contact Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast Apple - https://apple.co/3dLradT Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr Rain on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en Podcast on IG - https://www.instagram.com/afterburnpodcast/ Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rainwaters27?lang=en Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/afterburnpodcast Website - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message

In episode 81  @AfterburnPodcast  Colonel Samuel G. McIntyre, a U-28A Air Force Special Operations Pilot, who distinguished himself during the tumultuous events unfolding at Hamid Karzai International Airport, Kabul, Afghanistan. Amidst the initial Taliban invasion and the emergency United States embassy evacuation, Colonel McIntyre's exceptional flying skill, courage, and precision defensive maneuvers were pivotal in safeguarding the lives of his crew, Afghan civilians, and U.S. embassy and military personnel. For his actions, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor. Read the DFC citation here: https://bit.ly/McIntyre_DFC_Citation Join our free weekly newsletter for insights into aviation, defense, and geo-politics - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Colonel McIntyre’s valor is encapsulated in his receipt of the Distinguished Flying Cross, awarded for his extraordinary achievement during Operation Freedom’s Sentinel. Facing a runway obstructed by a stampede of civilians and enemies, emergency fuel conditions, and violent urban warfare, Colonel McIntyre executed unprecedented feats of airmanship, landing amidst chaos and ensuring the safe recovery of his crew. This episode delves into the intricate dynamics of U-28A tactical capabilities, offering a glimpse into the life of a pilot marked by complexity, challenge, and courage. It’s a narrative that transcends the ordinary, unveiling the profound impact of precision, skill, and dedication in the theatre of war. 🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨 Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Contact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contact Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast Apple - https://apple.co/3dLradT Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr Rain on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en Podcast on IG - https://www.instagram.com/afterburnpodcast/ Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rainwaters27?lang=en Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/afterburnpodcast Website - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/ #afterburnpodcast Guns Garin Memorial Foundation https://bit.ly/GunsGarin 🎙️Afterburn Podcast Sponsors🎙️ Launch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDope Secure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburn E3 Aviation Association: https://bit.ly/E3Aviation --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message

Unfortunately, this week the aviation world lost a pillar of the community. Richard McSpadden tragically lost his life in a general aviation mishap on Sunday October 1st. I was fortunate to have been able to talk "Spad" and capture a few of those moments in the podcast. This episode was initially released as #57 back in November of 2022. Lt Col (Ret) Richard "Spad" McSpadden is the Senior Vice President of AOPA's Air Safety Institute.  Prior to his time at AOPA, "Spad" lead large efforts in the IT industry after serving 20 years in the Air Force.  His Air Force career began with him flying the F-15C and he would later become the Commander and Flight Leader of the USAF Thunderbirds. 🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨 Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Contact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contact Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast Rain on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en Podcast on IG - https://www.instagram.com/afterburnpodcast/ Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rainwaters27?lang=en Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/afterburnpodcast Website - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message

Richard McSpadden is a former Air Force Fighter pilot, Commander of the USAF Thunderbirds, and led AOPA's Air Safety Institute. He unfortunately passed away this week in a General Aviation accident. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message

Episode 80 - Part II - Captain Sterling "Sterls" Gilliam joins the ⁠ @AfterburnPodcast ⁠ for episode 80. Sterls is a career naval fighter pilot and is now the National Naval Aviation Museum director in Pensacola, Florida. Check out E3 Aviation Association: ⁠https://bit.ly/E3Aviation⁠ ✈️ Grab the newsletter - ⁠https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter⁠ 🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨 Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter Contact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contact Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast Apple - https://apple.co/3dLradT Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr Rain on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en Podcast on IG - https://www.instagram.com/afterburnpodcast/ Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rainwaters27?lang=en Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/afterburnpodcast Website - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/ Guns Garin Memorial Foundation https://bit.ly/GunsGarin Launch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDope Secure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburn E3 Aviation Association: https://bit.ly/E3Aviation #afterburnpodcast #navalaviation #fighterpilot #f18 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-afterburn-podcast/message