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on the Fighter Pilot Podcast.

Strap in for 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's your host, retired U.S. Navy Fighter Pilot, Vincent ILO.

Hello and welcome to the Fighter Pilot Podcast. This is Episode 130. I am your host,

Jello. And that's right, today we're talking all about flight surgeons with our guest,

Lieutenant Colonel Rocky Jettick of the United States Air Force Reserve, who will be along shortly.

But first, having a Wingman is always a good idea, and I definitely need some help with today's

topic. So, returning as coast from all the way back on Episode 6, the show we titled Pulling Gs

is now retired U.S. Navy Commander Su J. Welcome back to the show, Cyclone.

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