#244 Grit and Growth: The Mindset of a Successful Pilot w Top Gun Ace Serge Durrant

#244 Grit and Growth: The Mindset of a Successful Pilot w Top Gun Ace Serge Durrant

Serge Durrant, a former Top Gun fighter pilot turned paraglider, discusses his journey from aviation to adventure sports. We explore themes of mentorship, risk management, and the importance of community in high-stakes environments. Serge shares insights on overcoming fear, the competitive nature of flying, and the mental techniques that have helped him succeed in hang gliding, flying F-18 fighter jets, and paragliding. The conversation highlights the parallels between aviation and paragliding, emphasizing the need for grit and the value of learning from mistakes.

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Episode 123- Best Towing Practices and Safety

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Episode 122- Storytime with James “Kiwi” Oroc

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Episode 120- Lisa Verzella and Understanding XCSkies and Weather Forecasting

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Episode 119- Yael Margelisch and building confidence

Episode 119- Yael Margelisch and building confidence

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Episode 118- Charles Cazaux and Focus

Episode 118- Charles Cazaux and Focus

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Episode 117- Thomas Theurillat and Transformation

Episode 117- Thomas Theurillat and Transformation

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Episode 116- Chasing Hang Gliding for 47 years with Charlie Baughman

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