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    Hypersonics

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    Hypersonics

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    Hypersonics

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    Length:
    76 minutes
    Released:
    Apr 3, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Description

    Designing and flying a vehicle intended to travel at five times the speed of sound or more presents significant challenges—add a human occupant and the stakes go even higher.On this episode, former U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress pilot Daniel "Doc" Millman, Ph.D, now of Stratolaunch, joins guest cohost Ken Katz to discuss the challenges of hypersonic aircraft design and flight, and how the U.S. military compares to other nations developing hypersonic aircraft and weapons.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations
    Released:
    Apr 3, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Titles in the series (100)

    The Fighter Pilot Podcast explores the fascinating world of air combat: the aircraft, the weapons systems, and most importantly--the people. Each episode features a guest who helps explain the topic at hand such as how ejection seats work or what it's like to fly on and off nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. Strap in and hang on for this incredible show! If you love the roar of a high-speed flyby or are enamored by the poise and confidence of the brave men and women who pilot these aircraft, then this show is for you!