The F-14 Tomcast is a biweekly internet radio show dedicated to the Grumman F-14 Tomcat and the amazing men and women who flew, fixed, fought, and loved her. Hosted by a former F-14 pilot and RIO duo who combined have well over 30 years, 5,000 hours, and 1,000 carrier landings in the Tomcat, episodes feature experienced guests who explain the F-14's service life from early development to the beloved fighter's retirement. Season one of the F-14 Tomcast ran from September 2021 through August 2022. There are no current plans for subsequent seasons.
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episode 20: "Speed & Angels" -- the Movie
Aviation movie fans are likely familiar with the movie “Speed & Angels,” a documentary that was released in 2008 and still gets high praise for its scenes of fighter aviation as well as its realism. The film follows two upcoming F-14 pilots in training, reveals their life stories and dreams, and continues as they enter the fleet.
Our guests are one of the pilots profiled in the film, Meagan Flannigan (who was then Meagan Varley), and the fighter pilot who originated the idea and worked tirelessly to see it to completion, Paco Chierici. The interview is full of revelations and about flying the Tomcat, making a movie, and their lives.
Get the full story on what many consider to be the best Tomcat movie – Speed & Angels.
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