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Once upon a time (and many years ago!) I stared upward
in awe at the red, white and blue streams of smoke trailing
behind the blazing red aircraft as they executed high energy
manoeuvres, seemingly impossibly close formation and daring high
speed passes. It was easy to forget that behind this precision
formation and teamwork, were 9 human beings - some of the highest
calibre aviators in the world. I am of course talking about the
Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, "The Red Arrows". A huge source
of inspiration, I was even more determined to set out to achieve
my dream to become a fighter pilot. 25 years later, having
achieved my dream and now moved into a new career as a commercial
pilot, I never thought I'd have the opportunity to interview the
team leader - Red 1. In this episode, I speak with Squadron
Leader Martin Pert, or "Perty" to those that know him personally!
I also get to learn more about the leadership, teamwork,
standards and personal endeavour that goes into leading the most
famous Aerobatic Team in the world.


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