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History Of Aviation Podcast

History Of Aviation Podcast

Derrick Beeler 92 Episodes Jul 7, 2026

A podcast covering the history of aviation, both civilian and military. Hosted by Derrick Beeler, it explores key events, aircraft, and figures in aviation history.

Episodes

#92 Captain Nick Anderson: Fast Jets, Phantoms, and Commercial.
#92 Captain Nick Anderson: Fast Jets, Phantoms, and Commercial. Jul 7, 2026 01:02:49 Buckle up for a masterclass in aviation history! In this episode, we are joined by the legendary Captain Nick Anderson, a pilot whose career spans the absolute peak of Cold War fast-jet action and decades of commercial airline captaincy. Nick takes us inside the cockpit of some of the world's most iconic aircraft. From intercepting Soviet targets over the North Sea in the legendary McDonnell D
#91 Shadows in the Cockpit: A Decade with Air America’s Captain Neal Hansen
#91 Shadows in the Cockpit: A Decade with Air America’s Captain Neal Hansen Jul 1, 2026 01:21:11 Behind the frontlines of the Vietnam War was a shadow network of pilots who flew where regular military couldn't go. On this episode of The History of Aviation, Captain Neal Hansen joins us to share his incredible journey as an Air America pilot. Captain Hansen opens up about the adrenaline-fueled, high-stakes flying that defined his ten years in Southeast Asia. He shares thrilling accounts of
#90 Pete Owen - Fighting Falcons: The Campaigns of VMF-221 in the Pacific
#90 Pete Owen - Fighting Falcons: The Campaigns of VMF-221 in the Pacific Jun 10, 2026 01:16:47 In this episode, Julien and Shae dive deep into WWII aviation history with marine-turned-author Pete Owen. >Get ready for a masterclass on wartime survival, leadership, and the sheer grit of VMF-221—the Marine Fighting Squadron that flew straight into some of the Pacific’s most harrowing campaigns. Pete breaks down the incredible stories of these pilots, what they went through to earn their win
#89 Tennessee Museum of Aviation Recap: The Executive Producer’s Cut: Julie’s On-Location Debut
#89 Tennessee Museum of Aviation Recap: The Executive Producer’s Cut: Julie’s On-Location Debut Mar 4, 2026 00:24:58 Listen in as we recap our exciting visit to the Tennessee Museum of Aviation in Sevierville, TN! We had a great visit and want to give a huge shout out to Neal and Rhonda Melton as well as our amazing tour guide Jerry! We can't wait to go back and visit them again and we highly recommend everyone go see them!
#88 The Guardians of the Tarmac: Bob Yanacsek and the Birth of FROST
#88 The Guardians of the Tarmac: Bob Yanacsek and the Birth of FROST Jan 31, 2026 00:26:03 In this episode of the History of Aviation Podcast, we sit down with Bob Yanacsek, a key figure behind the Fast Response Operational Safety Team (FROST) 1 . While many see the glamour and precision of airshows, Bob and his team are the elite specialists working behind the scenes to prepare for the unthinkable.https://www.go4frost.com/hoapod1@gmail.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@history_of_aviation_pod
#87 | Training for the Impossible: The origins of modern aviation emergency procedures.
#87 | Training for the Impossible: The origins of modern aviation emergency procedures. Jan 5, 2026 00:27:56 While the early days of aviation are often remembered for glamour and luxury, the true evolution of the cabin crew happened behind the scenes in rigorous, high-stakes training centers. In this episode, we strip away the white gloves to look at how the profession transformed into one of the most critical safety roles in the sky.Join Derrick Beeler, Julien Martinson, Will D, and Shae Jones as we cov
#86 The Final Sunset: Flight 220 and the End of TWA
#86 The Final Sunset: Flight 220 and the End of TWA Dec 29, 2025 00:22:17 For over 70 years, Trans World Airlines (TWA) was more than just a carrier; it was the "Airline of the Stars" and a symbol of American prestige in the jet age. But on December 1, 2001, the iconic red-and-white livery took to the skies for one final time.
Ep. 85 - Round and Round Over Vegas: The 64-Day Cessna 172 Flight
Ep. 85 - Round and Round Over Vegas: The 64-Day Cessna 172 Flight Dec 10, 2025 00:20:40 Take your seats and fasten your seatbelts as Derrick Beeler, Shae Jones, Will D, and Julien Martinson take you back to 1958 and the historic Cessna 172 world record flight for the Hacienda Hotel.
#84 Hemingway, Airplanes, Gin & Bananas
#84 Hemingway, Airplanes, Gin & Bananas Nov 10, 2025 00:43:57 This week on the History of Aviation Podcast we discuss legendary author Ernest Hemingway and the incredible story of him surviving not one, but TWO plane crashes within 48 hours. Want to know what happened, or what two things he had with him when he was rescued? Click that play button to hear all about it as Derrick, Shae, and Will dive into this crazy but true story about one of the best authors
#83 The Passion for Aviation: More Than Just Flight
#83 The Passion for Aviation: More Than Just Flight Oct 30, 2025 00:47:03 In this special episode of The History of Aviation Podcast, we dive deep into the enduring passion that drives aviation enthusiasts, historians, and innovators around the world. From the roar of engines to the artistry of aircraft design, aviation is more than flight—it’s a culture, a calling, and a lifelong love.This episode also marks an exciting milestone: our first conversation with our new co
#82 Exploring the legacy of flight in film
#82 Exploring the legacy of flight in film Oct 1, 2025 00:40:01 In this episode of The History of Aviation Podcast, we take a cinematic journey through the skies as we explore the world of aviation in film. From adrenaline-pumping dogfights to emotional tales of pilots and passengers, aviation movies have captured the imagination of audiences for decades. Derrick Beeler dives into iconic titles, discusses their historical accuracy, and reflects on how these fi
Preserving Flight, Inspiring Futures: Jerry Scott of the Lone Star Flight Museum
Preserving Flight, Inspiring Futures: Jerry Scott of the Lone Star Flight Museum Aug 4, 2025 01:09:41 In this inspiring episode, host Derrick Beeler, co-host Julien Matinson, and producer Shae Jones welcome Jerry Scott, Chief Operating Officer of the Lone Star Flight Museum, for a deep dive into the museum’s mission to preserve aviation history and inspire future generations.Jerry shares how the museum brings aviation to life through its impressive aircraft collection, immersive exhibits, and inno

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