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Aircrew Interview

Mike Young
RAF
Anxiety
Mental Health
Panic Attacks
F-16
Tornado
US Air Force
Buccaneer
Air Force
Tornado F3
F-14 Tomcat
S-3b Viking
Veterans Affairs
International Test Pilot School
Hawker Hunter
F-15
F-15a
Air National Guard
Naval Aviation
NATO

Interviews with past and present aircrew of both military and civilian types. © Aircrew Interview, all rights reserved

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Former Harrier and C-17 pilot, Matt Doncaster shares what it was like to be a Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) at the Empire Test Pilot School flying the Tucano, Hawk T1, Alpha Jet, Andover and more!

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Former Harrier GR7 pilot, Matt Doncaster shares what it was like going from flying the Harrier to the C-17 with some great stories throughout.

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F-14A pilot, Dave "Beaker" Lobdell shares what it was like to fly and operate the USAF F-117A on his exchange tour which also includes the similarities and differenceS from the USN.

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Former Tomcat pilot, Dave “Beaker” Lobdell shares what it was like to fly the F-14A with VF-111 and VF-41 which includes great stories and flying on live ops!

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Recent Guests

Matt Doncaster
Former RAF C-17 pilot and interview guest
Royal Air Force
Episode: AI # 415 : Harrier GR7 to C-17 Globemaster | Matt Doncaster *PART 1*
Manolis "Lou" Lourakis
Former F-16 pilot with experience in the Hellenic Air Force
Hellenic Air Force
Episode: AI # 348 : Flying the Greek Viper | Manolis "LOU" Lourakis *PART 2*
Mal Craghill
Former Tornado GR1 and GR4 Nav, and F-15E Strike Eagle WSO
Episode: AI # 307 : "That's Mental" | Mal Craghill (Tornado GR1/4 Nav & F-15E WSO)

Hosts

Mike
Primary host; long-running interviewer of aircrew from military and civilian sectors.
Dave Lobdell
Former naval aviator commonly known as Beaker; recurring guest and host figure in many episodes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 296 ratings
  • OG

    Among the best military aviation podcast out there, thank you to the host and guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stuka Afabant
    United States8 months ago
  • Fab

    Amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prouddaughtertime31895
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great conversational style

    As an aviation buff I love the tone, style and of course content. And it’s mainly UK based which offers a different perspective from other (also good) pods. The recent F-4 ejection episode was particularly fascinating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hhhhhjhhhjhhdjdjdjdd
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Brilliant !

    This was the first podcast I got into and it consistently delivers. The content varies from military to civilian and occasionally Mike will do an interview with a guest at an aviation museum. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wild Hog
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great show.

    Great show mike. Keep it up. Really enjoy your interview style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    speedcloud6
    New Zealand3 years ago

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A subset of feedback notes opportunities for deeper questioning or more exhaustive exploration of topics.
Guest diversity and production quality are frequently highlighted as strengths, with appreciation for international perspectives in some episodes.
Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with many noting high value for aviation professionals and enthusiasts.
Listeners consistently praise the host's ability to let guests tell their stories and share detailed, technically rich insights.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

AI # 414 : F-14 Pilot Flies the F-117 Nighthawk | Dave “Beaker” Lobdell *PART 2*
Q: Can we find you online and do you have any books in the works?
No books in the work yet, but it is in the back of my mind and I am on LinkedIn.
AI # 414 : F-14 Pilot Flies the F-117 Nighthawk | Dave “Beaker” Lobdell *PART 2*
Q: Is there an aircraft you would like to fly, either past or present?
I always thought the F-8 Crusader looked really cool.
AI # 414 : F-14 Pilot Flies the F-117 Nighthawk | Dave “Beaker” Lobdell *PART 2*
Q: What is your favorite aircraft you have flown?
I think the Hornet was the funnest because it was easy to fight and had great performance.
AI # 414 : F-14 Pilot Flies the F-117 Nighthawk | Dave “Beaker” Lobdell *PART 2*
Q: What hobbies do you have?
I enjoy activities with the church, working on the cars, working on the house, and spending time with my kids.
AI # 414 : F-14 Pilot Flies the F-117 Nighthawk | Dave “Beaker” Lobdell *PART 2*
Q: Did you feel welcome on base and with the F-117 community?
The social side was great. It was very much like the Navy, a lot of drinking, a lot of fun.

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Aviation-focused interview series that centers on aircrew from military and civilian sectors, with a strong emphasis on personal journeys, aircraft specifics, and real-world operations. Conversations frequently explore training, mission profiles, crew dynamics, and the human side of flying—from carrier landings and stealth aircraft to air mobility and humanitarian missions. Listeners often praise the relaxed, story-driven interviewing style that lets guests share detailed anecdotes and technical insights, while production quality and guest diversity are highlighted as standout strengths. The show appears to attract aviation enthusiasts, current and aspiring pilots, and defense professionals, with a notable appreciation for niche aircraft hi... more

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