WARBIRD RADIO - This week on Warbird Radio, we’re diving into the lighter side of aviation with two guests who bring passion, personality, and serious talent to the hangar.

First up is Dan White from CockpitCreations.com. Known for his sharp humor and knack for turning aviation laughs into a full-blown business, Dan’s work is delighting aviation fans—especially kids. From witty cockpit cartoons to creative aviation-themed merchandise, Dan’s work brings joy to hangars and classrooms alike. In this episode, he shares how Cockpit Creations took off and where it’s headed next.

Also joining the conversation is Skipper Hyle from the Museum of the Forgotten Warrior. A master restorer and passionate caretaker of aviation history, Skipper gives us the inside scoop on his latest Stearman restoration. His stories, like the aircraft he works on, are rich with detail and built to last.

It’s an episode full of laughs, inspiration, and a whole lot of love for flying.

🎧 Take a listen, enjoy the ride, and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Warbird Radio.

Fly safe—and keep ’em flying!

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WARBIRD RADIO - The summer season of Warbird Radio kicks off in grand style with a brand-new episode featuring one of the true legends of the warbird world: Warren Pietsch.

Hailing from the iconic Pietsch family of North Dakota, Warren grew up surrounded by flying and hospitality at his family’s FBO operation at the Minot Airport — a place long known for its aviation excellence. While Warren’s flying talents are widely respected across the airshow circuit, this latest conversation dives deeper into his extraordinary ability to restore and preserve priceless aviation history.

Warren shares the incredible story behind his newest project — Thunderbird, the famed P-51 Mustang once owned by none other than Hollywood legend and WWII bomber pilot Jimmy Stewart. With his signature mix of humility and insight, Warren walks us through the journey of bringing Thunderbird back to life. Joining the conversation is his longtime friend and fellow warbird collector Bruce Eames, whose passion for historic aircraft helps bring even more depth to the discussion.

But that’s just the beginning…

We also catch up with Scott Clyman from Cockpit USA and the incomparable American Airpower Museum in Long Island, New York. A recently retired F-16 pilot, Scott grew up at his family’s museum, working on and flying warbirds — and today, he’s carrying on both the aviation and apparel legacy. From maintaining rare aircraft to crafting the legendary A-2 leather flight jackets worn by generations of American aviators, Scott’s story is a powerful reminder that preserving history is both a calling and a craft.

This episode has it all — heroes, history, restorations, and the unmistakable sound of warbirds echoing through time.

Be sure to like, follow, and subscribe so you never miss an episode. The Warbird Radio summer season has officially begun — and we’re just getting started.

Listen now at WarbirdRadio.com or wherever you get your podcasts.

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WARBIRD RADIO - We're finishing Safety Month 2025 with a special guest: John Lohmar, Principal at Air Safety Investigators. With a career spanning from airline captain to active warbird pilot, John brings a wealth of experience in aviation safety, risk assessment, and human factors in decision-making.

Air Safety Investigators specializes in helping pilots and organizations avoid costly mistakes through smart planning, good training, and attention to detail. Their expertise in risk assessment, avoidance, and mitigation assists aviators in understanding the cognitive biases that can lead even the best pilots to make critical errors. In addition to preventative measures, the company also investigates root causes of incidents to prevent future mishaps.

In this final episode of Safety Month 2025, John will share his insights on how pilots—both warbird enthusiasts and commercial operators—can enhance their safety mindset. Whether it’s through better preparation, refined situational awareness, or learning from past mistakes, his approach helps pilots make safer decisions in the cockpit.

Don’t miss this informative episode! Tune in and hear John’s expert advice, then visit Air Safety Investigators to learn more about their work.

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