You already know that one of the biggest reasons that physical requirements are so important in your quest to become a fighter pilot is because of the high G-forces that you subject yourself to when flying high speed air combat maneuvers. If you’ve ever ridden the “Gravitron” at the carnival, you … [Read more...] about High G Environment- Start Preparing NOW!
F/A-18 Hornet’s Landing Gear Explained (Video)
If you know anything about cars, you know that the only parts that (should!) ever touch the ground when you drive are four fist-sized patches of tire. They may get bigger when you punch the gas, smaller when you brake, but in general, that's all that connects you to the road. In my latest video … [Read more...] about F/A-18 Hornet’s Landing Gear Explained (Video)
Are Supplements Safe?
I get a lot of questions about the physical requirements for flight school and I have written a number of posts giving you some tips and tricks for getting into shape. This week I thought I would write about something a bit different that I have also had a number of questions about over the years; … [Read more...] about Are Supplements Safe?
Close Combat Training For Fighter Pilots
Learn To Protect Yourself And Kick ANYONE'S Ass![i4w_CloseCombatVideo]WARNING: Do Not Click The Link Below if You Have Moral, Ethical Or Religious Reasons Forcing You To Cower Helplessly While Someone Attacks You, Your Family Or Your Friends...Click Here To Learn More About Close Combat … [Read more...] about Close Combat Training For Fighter Pilots
Fitness For Your Eyes: Improving Your Vision
I recently wrote about the fighter pilot vision requirements for entering fighter pilot training, and it is a question I get quite often. While if you need to you can easily lose a few pounds and get in shape with a little motivation, what can you do if you have poor eyesight? The answer is that … [Read more...] about Fitness For Your Eyes: Improving Your Vision