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National University knows how important flexibility is for busy adults going back to school.

After all, NU was founded by a U.S. Navy veteran.

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If it is safe to do so, take a look around you right now. Go on. See that car in the

lane next to you and needs an oil change. That house across the street, it needs to be painted and the furnace filter replaced.

Oh, and the flower bed out front, it needs to be weeded.

And don't even get me started on the boat under the tarp in the driveway.

Everything needs occasional maintenance and

upkeep. Vehicles, homes, pets, our earthly bodies, heck even relationships. It's an ongoing

requirement for virtually everything and anything, and that most certainly includes a 1,000 foot long, 10-story tall, 8 billion dollar nuclear-powered aircraft carrier that sails the world sees protecting the nation's interests.

If you want a lethal spear, you need to spend a little time sharpening it as we learn this

week on the Fighter Pilot Podcast.

Welcome to the Fighter Pilot Podcast,

the Internet Radio Show that explores the fascinating world of air combat, the aircraft, the weapon

systems, and most importantly, the people.

Now here are your hosts.

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