FPP208 - The Making of an Astronaut: From Fighter Test to the Edge of Space

FPP208 - The Making of an Astronaut: From Fighter Test to the Edge of Space

What does it take to go from strapping into fighters to leaving Earth's atmosphere?

This week, Jameel “Chocolate” Janjua — Virgin Galactic astronaut and former U.S. and Canadian fighter test pilot — breaks down the mindset behind elite aviation, how test pilots really think about risk, and what it means to operate at the absolute edge of performance.

We follow his path from military flight test to commercial spaceflight, the lessons learned along the way, and why — even as technology accelerates — human judgment remains the final safety net. It’s a rare, inside look at a journey very few people on Earth will ever make.



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FPP207 - Flying with the Algorithm: AI, Trust, and the F-35

FPP207 - Flying with the Algorithm: AI, Trust, and the F-35

What happens when artificial intelligence starts sharing cockpit responsibilities?On this episode, US Air Force Lt Col Raven “Rost” LeClair—F-35 Lightning II test pilot, squadron commander, and autono...

23 Jan 1h 19min

FPP206 - Delivering the Future: Aviation Acquisition

FPP206 - Delivering the Future: Aviation Acquisition

The future of airpower is not decided in the cockpit—it’s decided by the acquisition process.In this episode, U.S. Air Force Colonel Tim “Ivy” Spaulding joins new FPP host Tucker “Cinco” Hamilton to b...

9 Jan 1h 13min

End of Year Recap - 2025

End of Year Recap - 2025

A look back at 2025 and introduction to 2026's new FPP host in this end-of-year wrap up episode.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

28 Des 202550min

NORAD Santa Tracker (Rebroadcast)

NORAD Santa Tracker (Rebroadcast)

A holiday greeting and update on the Santa Tracker program from the 2022 NORAD commanding general and senior enlisted leader. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast...

24 Des 20257min

Scaled Composites: Flying the Impossible

Scaled Composites: Flying the Impossible

Few companies in aviation history can claim an average of one new aircraft flown every year for four decades. Enter Scaled Composites.Founded in 1982 by legendary designer Burt Rutan, Scaled Composite...

18 Des 20251h 55min

Warbirds, the Whale, and a Life Well Lived

Warbirds, the Whale, and a Life Well Lived

We’re opening the vault for another Happy Hour—this one from 2021 with retired U.S. Navy Captain Matthew “Tom” Maxwell.Tom flew numerous World War II– and Korean War–era aircraft from carriers around ...

8 Des 202539min

Honoring a Giant: The Life and Legacy of LtGen Richard Carey

Honoring a Giant: The Life and Legacy of LtGen Richard Carey

We close out our month-long tribute to the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday with a special replay of a 2021 Happy Hour conversation featuring Lieutenant General Richard E. Carey.Across nearly four decades...

24 Nov 202544min

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