Blue Angel Phantoms

Inside the Blue Angels: Flight Leader “Boss” Adam Bryan on 2026 and the Road Ahead

As the Blue Angels prepare to head to Winter Training for the 2026 season, we’re joined by Captain Adam “Boss” Bryan, Flight Leader and Commanding Officer of the U.S. Nav

Inside the Rivalry: Blue Angels vs Thunderbirds

Inside the Rivalry: Blue Angels vs. Thunderbirds What really separates the U.S. Navy Blue Angels from the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds? In this exclusive episode, we dive

He Led the Blue Angels. Then He Disappeared in Vietnam. His Wife's Fight for Answers

Captain Harley H. Hall was the Flight Leader and Commanding Officer of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels—a decorated combat pilot, father, and husband. On January 27, 1973, he be

What Really Happened to the Blue Angels on 9/11

The Blue Angels on 9/11 – A Firsthand Account | Produced by Ryan Nothhaft On the morning of September 11, 2001, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels were in the middle of a routine

Inside the 2025 Blue Angels: Lcdr Lilly Montana's Incredible Journey

The Blue Angels are back and ready to kick off their 2025 airshow season! In this episode of the Blue Angel Phantoms Podcast, we sit down with LCDR Lilly “Lunchbox” Monta

From Near Extinction to Naval Squadron, the Rebirth of the Blue Angels ft. Boss Tony Less

1973 was a bleak year for the Blue Angels with exacting consequences. Three distinct incidents resulted in the destruction of six F4 Phantoms and the tragic loss of three

The TRUE STORY of the Blue Angels' F7U Cutlass Featuring Edward "Whitey" Feightner

With its sleek and unusual tailless design, the Vought F7U Cutlass seemed like a perfect fit for the U.S. Navy's Flight Demonstration Team, the Blue Angels. However,

Harley Hall II Honors his father's legacy with a VIP flight in the back of Blue Angel #7

With the U.S. Navy Blue Angels launching into their 77th year, the 2023 airshow season kicked off in grand fashion at Naval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu. The event not

Meet the NEW Blue Angels' Flight Leader: Cmdr. Alex Armatas

For the first time in three years, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels have a new flight leader. Cmdr. Alexander Armatas officially took command of the Naval Flight Exhibition Team

A Blue Angel's Journey Featuring Boss Gil Rud

Featuring Boss Gil Rud, Blue Angels Flight Leader (1986 - 1988) | Produced & hosted by Ryan Nothhaft, Blue Angel Phantoms In this Interview, Boss Rud discusses his brand

The Untold Story of the Blue Angels Visit to Moscow with John "Gucci" Foley

In what was once thought to be an impossibility, the Blue Angels made history in 1992 by becoming the first United States flight team to fly over the skies of Moscow, Rus

In the Cockpit of "Top Gun: Maverick" with Blue Angel Pilot, Frank Weisser

Described as a “love letter to aviation” by producer Jerry Bruckheimer, the new box office sensation “Top Gun: Maverick” is receiving critical acclaim for its state of th

Fat Albert's first JATO takeoff featuring former pilot, Steve Petit

Fat Albert is the Blue Angels C-130 support aircraft that has  served as the team's primary transport since 1970.  However, many air show enthusiast know Fat Albert

The story of the Blue Angels' transition to the A4 Skyhawk featuring former solo pilot, Jerry "Turkey" Tucker

During the course of their 74 year history, the Blue Angels have flown eight different aircraft and will be transitioning to their ninth, the F/18 Super Hornet, for the 2

Fat Albert Pilot, Major Katie Higgins Cook (2015 - 2016)

Marine Corps aviator and veteran of Afghanistan, Major Katie Higgins Cook is the first female pilot to fly with the famed Blue Angels. In this episode of the Blue Angel

Blue Angels Maintenance Officer, Lt. Brian Abe

Lt. Brian Abe is the current Maintenance Officer (MO) for the United States Navy Blue Angels.   In this episode of the podcast, Lt. Abe shares insights into his 22 year

State of the YouTube channel: Blue Angel Phantoms

It's been two months since I last published an episode of the podcast so I thought this was the perfect time to catch up and let you know what has been going on behi

Blue Angels Flight Surgeon, Dr. Gary Mullen (2003 - 2004)

Dr. Gary Mullen was the Flight Surgeon for the United States Navy Blue Angels during the 2003 & 2004 air show seasons.   On this episode of the Podcast, Dr. Mullen detai

Blue Angels F4 Phantom Team Photographer, Ron Rentfrow (1970 - 1973)

Ron Rentfrow was the official photographer assigned to the Blue Angels from 1970 to 1973.  During this episode of the podcast, Ron shares insights behind some of the most

Blue Angels Leader, George Dom (1997 - 1998)

George Dom is the former leader of the United States Navy Blue Angels and served on the team during the 1997 and 1998 air show seasons.   During this episode, Boss Dom s