Secure Your Digital Identity - Try today with two weeks free - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburnThis episode originally aired as episode 21. "2Watt is an A-10 pilot who, on July 20th, 2017, conducted a low-angle strafe during an operational check flight. The gun malfunctioned, causing the canopy to be jettisoned and damaging the aircraft's hydraulic system.  "2Watt" successfully recovered the stricken aircraft to a nearby field. For his superior airmanship, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.  Follow along on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AfterburnPodcastSupport The Afterburn Podcast for on Patreon and gain early access and AD Free episodes. Plus access to “There I was…” stories. https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcastPlease leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts:Apple - https://apple.co/3dLradTSpotify - https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUrAfterburn Podcast Links:Website – https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=enSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy