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The Pilot Project Podcast

Bryan Morrison
RCAF
Royal Canadian Air Force
Canadian Armed Forces
Search and Rescue
Afghanistan
Aviation Training
Aviation
Aerial Firefighting
Pilot Training
Skies Magazine
Ch-146 Griffon
Canada
F-18
Palisades Fires
Flight Training
NORAD
Cc-295 Kingfisher
Cf-188 Hornet
NATO
California

Welcome to The Pilot Project Podcast, your premier source for stories and insights from pilots in the RCAF and mission aviation - brought to you by Skies Magazine! Whether you're an aspiring aviator, navigating flight training, or simply fascinated by the world of military and mission aviation, this podcast is your guide. We sit down with pilots and aviation professionals to hear their thrilling e... more

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Before she commanded the Snowbirds, Maryse Carmichael was a young Air Cadet from Quebec City with a dream of becoming a military pilot. That dream would eventually make her the first woman to fly with the Snowbirds - and the first woman to fly with a... more

In Part 3, Captain Troy Clarke discusses flight instruction, standards flying, STARS Air Ambulance operations, and his decision to return to the RCAF after leaving military service.

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Captain Troy Clarke shares incredible stories from his time flying the CH-149 Cormorant with 103 Search and Rescue Squadron, including North Atlantic rescues, fatigue lessons, operational pressure, and the realities of SAR flying.

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Captain Troy Clarke shares his unconventional path into aviation, from growing up in rural Newfoundland to navigating early flight training struggles, 9/11’s impact on the industry, and joining the RCAF.

After earning his wings on fast jets, a serio... more

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Troy Clarke
CH-149 Cormorant Pilot and Helicopter Instructor at 3CFFTS
Royal Canadian Air Force
Episode: Episode 103: The Greener Grass: Flying the Cormorant in Gander, Flying the Airbus H145 with STARS, and returning to the RCAF to instruct on the Bell 412 Outlaw Part 2 - Troy Clarke
Captain Troy Clarke
CH149 Cormorant Pilot and helicopter instructor
Three Canadian Forces Flying Training School / Royal Canadian Air Force
Episode: Episode 102: The Greener Grass: Flying the Cormorant in Gander, Flying the Airbus H145 with STARS, and returning to the RCAF to instruct on the Bell 412 Outlaw Part 1 - Troy Clarke
Nils Olson
Captain, 3CFFTS instructor
Three Canadian Forces Flying Training School (3CFFTS)
Episode: Episode 101: The Instructor Series: Instructing at 3CFFTS on the Bell 412 Outlaw and Op Lentus during the 2025 Manitoba Wildfires - Niels Olson
Jamie Speiser-Blanchet
CH-146 Griffon Pilot and Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force
Royal Canadian Air Force
Episode: Command: The Future Force: Building a Fifth Generation Air Force - Jamie Speiser-Blanchet
Niels Olson
Captain, Sea King pilot
Royal Canadian Navy
Episode: Episode 99: The King:Flying the CH-124 Sea King and life at sea with the Royal Canadian Navy Part 2 - Niels Olson
Matt Chretien
Canadian Seedcorn pilot, RAF Lozimouth P-8A Poseidon co-pilot
Seedcorn program, RAF Lozimouth
Episode: Episode 96: The SEEDCORN: flying the P-8A Poseidon in Scotland Part 1 - Matt Chretien and Dylan Gilje-Allan
Dylan Gilje-Allan
Canadian Seedcorn pilot, P-8A Poseidon co-pilot
Seedcorn program, RAF Lozimouth
Episode: Episode 96: The SEEDCORN: flying the P-8A Poseidon in Scotland Part 1 - Matt Chretien and Dylan Gilje-Allan
Greg Hudson
Warrant Officer, SAR Tech Lead, 103 SAR Squadron
Royal Canadian Air Force, 103 SAR Squadron
Episode: Episode 94: The Rescue Series: Rescue 901 and the MSC Baltic III Rescue on the CH-149 Cormorant Part 2 - Pete Wright and Greg Hudson
Pete Wright
Major, former commanding officer of 103 SAR Squadron
Royal Canadian Air Force
Episode: Episode 93: The Rescue Series: Rescue 901 and the MSC Baltic III Rescue on the CH-149 Cormorant Part 1 - Pete Wright and Greg Hudson

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Brian Morrison
Host of The Pilot Project Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 236 ratings
  • Educational, Real, Human, Helpful, Addictive.

    This has easily become one of my favorite podcast. I only started listening a couple months back, and had into jumped to a more recent SAR episode. Since then I’ve started at the beginning and worked my way through most of the episodes. From the very beginning I’ve been very impressed with the quality of production, as well as the quality of question and conversation- you can see the growth over the years but early episodes are still very educational and enjoyable. That being said I’m not in any... more

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    5
    GearKat
    United States3 months ago
  • 103 SQN

    You should get @mattfrom103 on YT in your interview list. Equally excellent content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VE9NPS
    Canadaa year ago
  • Not bad but….

    Pretty good but episode 38 just hurt my ears, it was painful full to listen to I had to turn it off after 10 mins. The guy sounded so dull and boring! No expression in his voice , no humour nothing just a vacant sounding chap like he was robotically reading off some notes , by far the worst episode yet.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Londonist39
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great podcast

    Very informative, definitely worth a listen to anyone interested in piloting for the RCAF!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Graham159
    Canada2 years ago
  • Jaclyn

    Great podcast! Thanks for providing this insight into the people behind the RCAF!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JacAMaz
    Canada3 years ago

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Warm, insightful storytelling with high production quality and strong interview technique.
Excellent for aspiring CAF pilots seeking a window into training and leadership.
Listeners praise breadth of topics from SAR to modernization and leadership.

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#58
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#26
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#30
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#33
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#60
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Episode 101: The Instructor Series: Instructing at 3CFFTS on the Bell 412 Outlaw and Op Lentus during the 2025 Manitoba Wildfires - Niels Olson
Q: How did Op Lentus demonstrate the 3CFFTS capability during the Manitoba wildfires?
The operation showed the outlaw helicopter's value in difficult, weather-challenged evacuations, using advanced avionics to coordinate with civil and military assets, adapting routes, managing limited runway access, and delivering people to safety under stressful conditions.
Episode 101: The Instructor Series: Instructing at 3CFFTS on the Bell 412 Outlaw and Op Lentus during the 2025 Manitoba Wildfires - Niels Olson
Q: What was it like transitioning to instructing at 3CFFTS?
The transition was a significant mindset shift from just flying to teaching, emphasizing structure, the training plan, and becoming comfortable with longer briefings, debriefs, and ensuring students can think through complex decisions.
Command: The Future Force: Building a Fifth Generation Air Force - Jamie Speiser-Blanchet
Q: What first drew you to the military and to aviation specifically?
Her father's career as a fighter pilot inspired her, and after considering engineering she chose aviation as a path, driven by the opportunity to study engineering while becoming a pilot and the idea of traveling and serving Canada.
Episode 99: The King:Flying the CH-124 Sea King and life at sea with the Royal Canadian Navy Part 2 - Niels Olson
Q: What was the mission and what was Canada contributing?
The mission was Op Artemis as part of CTF 150, a multinational counter-narcotics and counter-terror operation in the Indian Ocean region, with Canada contributing a ship and air support for surveillance and interdiction.
Episode 93: The Rescue Series: Rescue 901 and the MSC Baltic III Rescue on the CH-149 Cormorant Part 1 - Pete Wright and Greg Hudson
Q: When did aviation shift from a childhood inspiration to a real career goal?
Pete describes starting with Top Gun as inspiration, then shifting to pursue rotary-wing SAR after realizing the path could lead to impactful, mission-focused work rather than a traditional airline route.

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This program centers on military and mission aviation, featuring in-depth conversations with RCAF and CAF aviators, instructors, SAR specialists, and international partners. Episodes frequently explore aviation career paths, training pipelines, leadership lessons, and high-stakes missions—from SAR hoists and wildfire evacuations to cross-national training programs and modernization efforts. A standout element is the focus on resilience, mentorship, and human factors in demanding aviation roles, often paired with vivid, on-the-job anecdotes that illuminate decision-making under pressure. The format blends personal storytelling with technical insights, making it valuable for aspiring pilots, current service members, contractors, and aviation ... more

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Recent guests on The Pilot Project Podcast include:

1. Troy Clarke
2. Captain Troy Clarke
3. Nils Olson
4. Jamie Speiser-Blanchet
5. Niels Olson
6. Matt Chretien
7. Dylan Gilje-Allan
8. Greg Hudson

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