88 episodes

Flight Suit Friday was a created by a group of Coast Guard Aviators to share stories, discuss the art of search and rescue, and most importantly, to revel in this demanding, yet impossibly rewarding, job. Also, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday

For any Coasties out there past or present, aviators, sailors, watchstanders - there are tales of heroism and rules of life we can all live by and enjoy listening to. We hope to expand our reach beyond the Mighty 65 as the show goes on.

Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
Social Media: LT Miranda Fay
Creator & Producer: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
Editor & Technical Expert: Chuck Seay
Prior Hosts: LCDR Nathan Shakespeare, LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner

Disclaimer:
The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

Flight Suit Friday Ryan Vandehei

    • Leisure
    • 5.0 • 69 Ratings

Flight Suit Friday was a created by a group of Coast Guard Aviators to share stories, discuss the art of search and rescue, and most importantly, to revel in this demanding, yet impossibly rewarding, job. Also, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday

For any Coasties out there past or present, aviators, sailors, watchstanders - there are tales of heroism and rules of life we can all live by and enjoy listening to. We hope to expand our reach beyond the Mighty 65 as the show goes on.

Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
Social Media: LT Miranda Fay
Creator & Producer: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
Editor & Technical Expert: Chuck Seay
Prior Hosts: LCDR Nathan Shakespeare, LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner

Disclaimer:
The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    E87 2024 Women in Aviation Conference Pt. 1

    E87 2024 Women in Aviation Conference Pt. 1

    Normally behind the scenes, Miranda Fay takes the mic to kick off our Women in Aviation International Conference coverage. Miranda is joined by 6 junior aviation members to talk about their experience at the conference, provide insight to the importance of the conference and talk about the take aways from the weekend. It’s not often we get to highlight our most junior members, so shout out to AMT3 Gina Ryan, AET3 Nacole Nader, AMT2 Megan Howard, AMT3 Winter Smith, AMT2 Alex Roper, and AMT3 Melanie Andrews for sharing your experiences with us!
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno, LT Miranda Fay, LT Leigha Steinbeck 
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare, LCDR Kenny Ingram
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 29 min
    E86 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 2

    E86 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 2

    The team welcomes CDR Doug Watson (ret.). Doug recounts his experience from a survivors perspective as an HH-60 pilot whose helicopter entered the water during the dramatic M/V Selendang Ayu SAR case!
    P.S. Sam was last seen shredding some gnar in Europe, we really don't know where he is this time..
    Nick is still learning how to upload files to the internet so apologies for the day late episode drop!!
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare, and LCDR Kenny Ingram 
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 59 min
    E85 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 1

    E85 CDR Doug Watson (ret.) and CG 6020 Pt. 1

    The team welcomes CDR Doug Watson (ret.). Doug recounts his experience from a survivors perspective as an HH-60 pilot whose helicopter entered the water during the dramatic M/V Selendang Ayu SAR case!
    If you're at WAI, go find Miranda (our IG Guru), she is currently hosting the show down in Orlando!
    P.S. Sam's feet are cold from all the amazing skiing he's been doing in Europe so we think he's heading back to the states soon
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 56 min
    E84: Hangardeck Stories

    E84: Hangardeck Stories

    We have a great show this Friday with LT Brian Dugal. He and Nick regale stories of hangardeck life before they switched to the dark side of officership and pilotage. Leigh Steinbeck joins as well to back up Nick as a host!
    If you're at WAI, go find Miranda (our IG Guru), she'll be hosting the show down in Orlando!
    P.S. Sam thought Zurmat was too fancy, so he's in the back country of Switzerland now!
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 1 hr 7 min
    E83: SAR Stories

    E83: SAR Stories

    Back on track again! The team welcomes LT Leigha Steinbeck to the show to tell us another great SAR story. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the team bringing you the action yet again.
    If you're at the Heli Expo, check out booth 3015 and jump on the show with us!
    P.S. Sam had to switch to IPA's as he hikes the fjords of Norway.
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 1 hr 16 min
    Throwback: The Bail-Out

    Throwback: The Bail-Out

    We are incredibly sorry for the delay between shows. We'll be back on track shortly, we promise. in a couple weeks the gang will be headed to the Heli Expo to record even more shows! Swing by and say hello on air if you're in the area!
    In the meantime, check out this throwback to one of our most popular shows. It'll give you the chills all over again!
    P.S. Sam had to switch to IPA's as he hikes the fjords of Norway.
    As always, check us out on Instagram @flightsuitfriday
    We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course!
    Hosts: LT Nick Litchfield, LT Rob Mineo, LT Max Sherno
    Producer/Creator: LCDR Ryan Vandehei
    Technical Director & Editor: Chuck Seay
    Social Media Director: LT Miranda Fay
    Past Hosts: LCDR Kenny Ingram, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner, LCDR Nate Shakespeare
    Disclaimer:The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

    • 1 hr 9 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
69 Ratings

69 Ratings

Antonio Gemma More' ,

USCG aviation at its finest..

What a great show! You guys have great energy and do an awesome job telling the Coast Guard story professionally. Keep up the great work!!

echo papa helo ,

Like a stream-of-consciousness master class in aviation leadership

As a former Marine aviator and now 18-year HEMS pilot, I promise you there’s a gold mine of wisdom behind the microphones here. If you are an outsider listening in, hang on - it’s worth the effort to decipher the lingo. This is NOT the idiot’s guide to USCG aviation; don’t expect a training timeout for Acronyms-101. What you CAN expect is world class aircrew sharing insight with humility and a lot of fun.

CASA Pilot ,

It’ll do

More exciting than a trip to Iowa!

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