In Episode 143, Louis Skupien is joined by Ben “Rex” Wysack — a decorated U.S. Air Force F-16 test director, former weapons school instructor, and combat veteran. With over 3,000 flight hours and five deployments, Rex offers an unfiltered look into the world of fighter pilot testing, strategic Air Force innovation, and what it takes to keep one of the world’s most iconic jets combat ready.Rex shares his journey through training, combat, test flights, and leadership at Eglin AFB. He opens up about sustaining a serious spinal injury during a high-G flight — and how new Air Force human performance programs are revolutionising aircrew wellbeing.This is a powerful episode about resilience, innovation, and what it means to lead in the world’s most demanding environments.

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