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Exploits Of A Helicopter Tv Journalist, Jerry Foster
Exploits Of A Helicopter Tv Journalist, Jerry Foster
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Jerry Foster was the first TV helicopter pilot/reporter in the country; the first to go live over the scene of a breaking story. High speed police chases; devastating floods and daring rescues now splashed all over cable TV, started in the early 1970s in Phoenix. Hear this fascinating story from a remarkable aviator who won the Harmon Trophy for his flying exploits. What he pioneered would later be copied by medical and law enforcement agencies throughout the country leading to the saving of countless lives.
The Legacy Of The Tuskegee Airmen, William Norwood
The Legacy Of The Tuskegee Airmen, William Norwood
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Learn about the historic Tuskegee Airmen of WW II and how they influenced the first African American pilot hired by United Airlines. Raised in segregated Centralia, IL, he was inspired to fly by his elementary school principal who was a “Red Tail” pilot. He overcame obstacles along the way to become a USAF B-52 pilot before joining UAL where he would retire 31 years later as a DC-10 Captain. Bill shares his love of flying and adventurous spirit in hopes of inspiring others to pursue their dreams.
Apollo 13: The Longest Hour, Sy Libergot
Apollo 13: The Longest Hour, Sy Libergot
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
The epic story of Apollo 13 is well known, but hear the inside details from the NASA flight controller who was on duty when the unthinkable happened. Author of Apollo EECOM, Journey of a Lifetime, Sy Libergot’s space experience began in 1966 and spanned the entire Apollo Lunar Program; Skylab; the Apollo-Soyuz project; early Shuttle and even the International Space Station, but Apollo 13 would become the unwelcome highlight of his flight controller career. Don’t miss this exciting talk by the man who was at the console when it all happened.
The Atomic Bombings Of Japan - Right Or Wrong?, William Weiss
The Atomic Bombings Of Japan - Right Or Wrong?, William Weiss
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Few Presidential actions have generated more controversy than Truman’s decision to use atomic bombs against Japan to end WW II. Local historian Bill Weiss examines the issues based on recently released information from formerly secret American and Russian archives. Learn what the last months were like in the Pacific; American preparations for a possible invasion and Japan’s mindset at this crucial time that lead to the life-saving decision.
Flying The X-15 And Space Shuttle, Joe H. Engle
Flying The X-15 And Space Shuttle, Joe H. Engle
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Hear what it was like for Joe H. Engle, USAF/ANG, Ret. to fly both the X-15 and the Space Shuttle. In 1965 Capt. Engle flew the X-15 to 280,600 feet, to become the youngest pilot to qualify as an astronaut and would go on to fly it 15 more times. Selected for NASA space missions, he flew the Space Shuttle “Enterprise” off the top of a modified 747 on glide flight tests. He commanded the orbital test flight of “Columbia” and became the first and only pilot to manually fly an aerospace vehicle from Mach 25 to landing. A remarkable …
The Women Airforce Service Pilots (Wasp) Of World War Ii, Natalie J. Stewart-Smith
The Women Airforce Service Pilots (Wasp) Of World War Ii, Natalie J. Stewart-Smith
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Hear the fascinating story of the women who flew in WW II as members of the WASP, from Natalie Stewart-Smith. Her thesis on them was the very first academic study of the WASP and is based on numerous personal interviews, including Jacqueline Cochran, their founder. The military contribution of women fliers during World War I is a seldom seen part of the WASP story as well.
Eugene Bullard: World’S First Black Fighter Pilot, Larry W. Greenly
Eugene Bullard: World’S First Black Fighter Pilot, Larry W. Greenly
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
In honor of Black History Month, hear the fascinating story of Eugene Bullard the American who became the world’s first black fighter pilot in WW I. Award-winning writer and author of a new book on Bullard, Dr. Greenly will discuss how Eugene ran away to France and enlisted in the French Foreign Legion. He then joined the Lafayette Flying Corps where he was trained and flew combat missions. What happened to this decorated hero later and his eventual return to the U.S will also be covered in this unique talk.
Submarines For Aviators, Randy Hoffman
Submarines For Aviators, Randy Hoffman
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
What does a docent at the Pima Air & Space Museum know about submarines? A lot! Find out in this light-hearted yet informative look how they developed, how they ‘fly’ through the water and what they can do. Learn their history from WW II to the birth of nuclear propulsion and the modern missile and attack submarines. Remember, aviators may look down on them but the subs are also looking up!
Sac Drone History, John Dale
Sac Drone History, John Dale
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Learn about the previously classified Strategic Air Command drone reconnaissance program covering targets in China, N. Korea, & N. Vietnam, from the pilot who was in charge. Specially modified C-130s launched the drones that were then recovered in mid-air by helicopters. They went where manned aircraft could not and some wouldn’t make it back! This program contributed to the amazing UAVs of today.
Flying The U-2, Art Saboski
Flying The U-2, Art Saboski
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Learn what it was like to fly the famous U-2, one of history’s most secretive aircraft, from a pilot who has done just that. Art Saboski spent most of his Air Force career flying the U-2; commanding U-2 organizations as well as planning and conducting reconnaissance/intelligence operations. He will give his unique perspectives on the high altitude aircraft, its history, development and current uses today.
Ralph A. O'Neill, Arizona's Other Ww I Ace, Alan Roesler
Ralph A. O'Neill, Arizona's Other Ww I Ace, Alan Roesler
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Hear the fascinating story of Ralph O'Neill, who was inducted into the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame in 2012. He flew 103 combat missions with the 147th Aero Squadron (a squadron mate of Ernest Love of Prescott); started a functional Mexican Air Force in the 1920s and the New York Rio & Buenos Aires Airline in 1929, which later merged with Pan Am.
A (Declassified) History Of Military Drones, Stephen Rayleigh
A (Declassified) History Of Military Drones, Stephen Rayleigh
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles or drones, are said to be the newest technology of contemporary warfare, but the military's use of drones spans the last 100 years. Hear the riveting story of the numerous secret UAV programs around the world, starting with the Sperry Aerial Torpedo Project in 1918 (consulted by Orville Wright), the German cruise missile program, American remote controlled bombers in WWII, the Firebee recon drone used in Vietnam, Israel's highly successful UAV program, and finally the coming of age of UAV's in Operation Desert Storm.
The History Of Air Traffic Control, Rose Marie Kern
The History Of Air Traffic Control, Rose Marie Kern
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Did you know that the United States Aviation program began as a subdivision of the Federal Bureau of Lighthouses? Hear the fascinating story of the steps taken to bring organization to to the wild, new and exciting world of aviation at the beginning of the 20th Century. Kern will also discuss how various branches of the ATC came into being as well as some future plans of the FAA.
Airpower Prophets: Giulio Douhet, Billy Mitchell And Hugh Trenchard, Bob Berlin
Airpower Prophets: Giulio Douhet, Billy Mitchell And Hugh Trenchard, Bob Berlin
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Three airpower prophets from three nations created the concept of strategic bombing and advocated independent air forces. Their theories shaped military aviation for all time. Hear about their lives, controversies, courts martial and lasting influence.
Building A Wright Flyer - By Committee, Fred E.C. Culick
Building A Wright Flyer - By Committee, Fred E.C. Culick
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Hear the story of the earliest aircraft from 1895 to 1908 and how the Wright Brothers successfully built the first airplane but couldn’t build the second one!
General Doolittle's Elephant, Hal Cope
General Doolittle's Elephant, Hal Cope
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Gen Jimmy Doolittle is known for many things, but hunting elephants is probably not among them! Hear the life story of this remarkable aviator from another pilot and former big game hunter, Hal Cope.
Building The Spirit Of St Louis, Oce A. Dotson
Building The Spirit Of St Louis, Oce A. Dotson
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Charles Lindbergh’s, “Spirit of St Louis” is one of the world’s most famous airplanes. Hear the inside story of how it was built from Oce Dotson. His father-in-law was a foreman on the project in 1927 and Oce became fascinated by what he learned, including some widely accepted myths about it.
My Adventures In Helicopters!, Dwayne Williams
My Adventures In Helicopters!, Dwayne Williams
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Hear the remarkable story of a lifetime flying helicopters, from a flight test pilot for Bell, Heritage Aviation Ltd. and MD helicopters.
Flying Uav’S In Iraq, Stephen Rayleigh
Flying Uav’S In Iraq, Stephen Rayleigh
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, or UAV’s, are a growing reality and an important new weapon for today’s military. Hear what it was like to fly the RQ-7B “Shadow” UAV during Operation Iraqi Freedom from Stephen Rayleigh who spent a year in Iraq and has more than 1,000 hours experience flying them.
The U2 Spy Plane Crisis: Turning Point In The Cold War, William Weiss
The U2 Spy Plane Crisis: Turning Point In The Cold War, William Weiss
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
When the Soviets shot down Francis Gary Powers’ U2 spy plane in 1960, it caused an international crisis. Thanks to recently declassified US and former Soviet archives, we can now hear the inside story of what really happened as told by an American History writer & lecturer.
A Day In The Life Of A Float Plane Charter Pilot, Bryan Cox
A Day In The Life Of A Float Plane Charter Pilot, Bryan Cox
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Ever taken a float plane trip or wanted to? Learn what it’s like to be a float plane pilot doing charter work in the Puget Sound area of Washington state. Hear this light-heated, informal, presentation by someone who has done all this for “fun and profit”!
David And Goliath – Battle For The Airways, Hal Cope
David And Goliath – Battle For The Airways, Hal Cope
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
You know of AA, UA & DL, but what about the hundreds of other airlines? Learn the history of the non-scheduled airlines or “nonskeds” who battled the big guys for a piece of the air travel market. Hear their story from Hal Cope, a former airline pilot and manager, who is writing the history of these airlines.
On The Inside Of Spaceshipone, Dan Linehan
On The Inside Of Spaceshipone, Dan Linehan
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Hear the inside story of the development, testing and flight of the world’s first privately built and piloted manned spacecraft by the author of “SpaceShip One” An Illustrated History”. Exciting photos, videos and animations will help explain how and why all this took place.
Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar Systems (Joint Stars) --- The Early Days, George Cusimano
Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar Systems (Joint Stars) --- The Early Days, George Cusimano
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
J-STARS is the airborne, battle management radar platform that was such a resounding success during Desert Storm I . Hear the exciting story of the challenges associated with its early development, from the Flight Test Engineer and Mission Commander who was involved from the very start.
Adventures On The Dark Continent, Hal Cope
Adventures On The Dark Continent, Hal Cope
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Fascinating stories of flying adventures in Kenya, from
1962-1967 as told by a bush pilot, safari guide, African
wildlife photographer, airline Captain, and aviation
executive/consultant, better known as “Bwana Hal”
A History Of Prescott's Ernest A. Love Field, Nancy Burgess
A History Of Prescott's Ernest A. Love Field, Nancy Burgess
ERAU Prescott Aviation History Program
Learn about the Airport named for this hometown hero in "A History Of Prescott's Ernest A. Love Field" by City of Prescott's Preservation Specialist Nancy Burgess