The Pilot Project Podcast
Episode 25: The Advance Party: Flying with the Snowbirds, Ejecting from the CT-114 Tutor, and Remembering Jenn Casey - Rich
Oct 24, 2023
Former tank commander and Snowbird member, Rich Macdougall, shares his experiences including flying with the Snowbirds, ejecting from the CT-114 Tutor, and recovering from the tragedy of losing a teammate. Topics covered include joining the Snowbirds, daily life as a Snowbird pilot, the process of ejecting from an aircraft, and recovering from tragedy in the line of duty.
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Quick takeaways
- Rich McDougall shares his harrowing experience of ejecting from an aircraft after a bird strike during a Snowbirds mission.
- The importance of mental health support and perseverance in overcoming challenges during recovery and returning to flying.
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The crash and surviving the ejection
The podcast episode starts with the host and guest, Rich McDougall, discussing the details of the crash and the ejection process. Rich shares his experience of feeling an impact and hearing Jen Casey yell 'bird' before ejecting from the aircraft. He describes the excruciating pain and the immediate response from emergency personnel and fellow squad members who were on the scene. Rich also reflects on the emotional and physical challenges he faced during his recovery.
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