The Pilot Project Podcast Episode 21: The teacher, The Snowbird, The Student: A life as a pilot in the RCAF - Blake
Aug 29, 2023
Blake, an experienced pilot in the RCAF, discusses his time instructing future pilots, flying with the Snowbirds, and his transition to helicopter flying. Topics include the challenges of flying helicopters, admiration for SARS pilots, lessons learned in the Canadian Mission Control Center, and the role of a photo chase pilot in the RCAF.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Formation Flying and Joining the Snowbirds
01:55 • 19min
Challenges and Transitions in Flying Helicopters
21:05 • 5min
Admiration for SARS Pilots
26:34 • 17min
Learning and Growing in Canadian Mission Control
43:53 • 6min
The Role of a Photo Chase Pilot in the RCAF
49:56 • 5min
Continuous Learning and Refreshing Knowledge
55:04 • 7min