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How US Navy pilots train to be the best

This video dives into the world of U.S. Navy pilots, officially known as Naval Aviators, who fly everything from fighter jets ...
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What Is The Typical Salary For A Fighter Jet Pilot?

Being a fighter jet pilot is undoubtedly one of the most demanding roles in aviation, requiring exceptional physical and mental strength, knowledge of technical systems and an astute tactical ...
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Why Do Pilots Still Learn “Air Combat Maneuvering?”

ACM training is not about memorizing a catalog of maneuvers, but ingraining a mindset within the pilot: managing chaos, ...
The Sentinel

Carlisle woman gives insight into life as a fighter pilot

As she applied for the program, Congress rescinded the program and women were then eligible to become fighter pilots. She was denied four times, and she explained that her friends were not supportive ...
KTVZ

First female Air Force Thunderbird solo pilot using retirement to teach and encourage others

AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colorado (KOAA) — The shelves in Samantha Weeks’ home office are filled with reminders of her 23 years as a fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force. The retired Colonel’s dream to ...
Military.com

2 Elite Marine Corps Pilots Reveal What It's Like to Fly a F-35B Fighter Jet

In his role as a pilot with the Marine Corps air demonstration team, Maj. Craig Norris flew the F-35B Lightning II at airshows along the West Coast in 2024. While the fighter aircraft's capabilities ...