The Flamboyance of Female Pilots with Tornado GR4 Pilot Mandy Hickson

Mandy Hickson, author of "An Officer Not A Gentleman" shares her remarkable journey as a pioneering female pilot in the RAF flying the Tornado GR4. Sam and Mandy discuss the challenges she faced in a male-dominated field, and how pilots deal with high-stress situations. Mandy also shares a gripping…

Unravelling the Mystery of MH370 with Richard Godfrey

Sam McAdam speaks with Richard Godfrey, an aeronautical engineer who has dedicated over a decade to analysing the mystery of MH370, the Malaysian Airlines flight that disappeared in 2014. Richard shares his personal connection to aviation tragedies, his involvement in the search for MH370, and the …

The First Female Typhoon Pilot: Helen Seymour's Inspiring Story

Helen Seymour, the first female Eurofighter Typhoon pilot joins Sam to share her journey through the Royal Air Force. Helen shares her inspiring story, from her early influences and challenges in training to her operational experiences in Libya. She discusses the importance of teamwork, the pressur…

The World's Most Travelled Man: An Interview with Fred Finn

"I didn’t set out to break any records. Nobody knew about me until Concorde." Fred Finn, the world's most travelled man and record holder for the most flights on Concorde, shares his experiences and insights on air travel. He discusses how he unintentionally became a record holder and the process o…

From Tries to Takeoffs: Rory Underwood’s England Rugby and RAF Careers

Rory Underwood, former RAF pilot and England rugby player, shares his journey from aviation cadet to fast jet pilot, flying the Jet Provost and Hawk, and balancing his rugby career. He discusses training, flying challenges, and the parallels between rugby and flying.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Rory Underwood'…

Shot Down and Captured: A Tornado Fighter Pilot's Story

Shot down and captured by Saddam Hussein, John Peters, a former Tornado pilot, shares his story. From aviation career to the challenges of becoming a fighter pilot. He discusses the rigorous training and selection process, the thrill and intensity of flying fast jets, and the mindset required to ex…

Challenges and Triumphs: A Female Pilot's Story Navigating Media Coverage and Public Perception

Jo Salter, the RAF's first female fighter pilot, joins Sam to discuss her journey, challenges, and experiences. The pair chat about diversity and equal opportunities in aviation, Jo’s transition to civilian life, corporate work, and charitable activities. Jo highlights the importance of role models…

Flying on the Edge: Inside the World of Aviation Smuggling with Matt Potter

In Matt Potter's younger years, a chance encounter with author Mark Bowden helped to shape his future: "Journalism is the last great bastion and resort of the generalist".  Propelled by a fascination to learn the inner workings of everything, Matt's curiosity led him into the centre of a story abo…

Flying Faster Than Sound: The Science and Stories of Supersonic Flight

Concord, to some people out there, it's just a relic in a museum. But to others, it was a way of life. Who better to tell us about this majestic aircraft than the chief pilot of British Airways Concorde, Captain Mike Bannister. With over 9,600 Concorde flight hours and a distinguished career spanni…

The Miracle of Speedbird9 - How a Quick-Thinking Pilot Saved Hundreds of Lives with Captain Eric Moody

“Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. We have a small problem. All four engines have stopped. We are doing our damnedest to get them going again. I trust you are not in too much distress.” Those were the words of today’s guest, Captain Eric Moody all the way back on the 24th of June…