#121 Chad "Vinny" Vincelette | TOP GUN Fighter Pilot | F-14 & F/A-1

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Join John 'Rain' Waters, former Air Force fighter pilot, on The Afterburn Podcast as he sits down with Captain (Ret) Chad "Vinny" Vincelette, a retired Navy F-14 Tomcat and F/A-18 fighter pilot, to share his experiences during his time in the U.S. Navy. https://www.victory-strategies.com/vincelette

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-vincelette-7068bb36/

In this gripping episode, Vinny recounts his unforgettable ejection at 20,000 feet during Operation Iraqi Freedom, the challenges of ejecting at night over enemy territory, and how he survived against all odds.

Vinny also dives into:
• The intricacies of naval aviation training and combat missions.
• Life as an F-14 pilot during Operation Southern Watch and Iraqi Freedom.
• Transitioning from Tomcats to Super Hornets and the evolution of naval aviation technology.
• Unforgettable moments, including 40-foot sea states and carrier landings at night.
This episode is packed with adrenaline-pumping stories and insights into the life of a naval aviator. Don’t miss this deep dive into the realities of flying, ejecting, and surviving in some of the toughest conditions imaginable.

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