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Nov 2021
1h 43m

FPP124 - 21st Century Light Attack

E. Vincent "Jell-O" Aiello, Retired U.S. Navy Fighter Pilot
About this episode
A discussion on the simple, low cost, easy-to-fly and -fight light attack aircraft that offer an affordable alternative to the hugely expensive modern jet fighters. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations 
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