The Navy’s Secret to Building Elite Aviators – Revealed by Commodore Douglas White | TALK4 EP 148

18/05/2025 1h 3min Temporada 1 Episodio 148

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In Episode 148 of the Talk4 Podcast, Louis Skupien welcomes Commodore Douglas White, Commanding Officer of Training Air Wing SIX in Pensacola, Florida. A fourth-generation Navy service member and fast jet veteran, Doug has shaped the future of naval aviation through elite training and visionary leadership.In this episode, Doug shares the pivotal moments that changed his life, including a life-altering hallway conversation that led to his Naval Academy admission. He opens up about his journey through the electronic attack community, leading EA-6B Prowlers and EA-18G Growlers, and ultimately becoming Commodore of TW-6, responsible for training over 275 naval flight officers and drone pilots annually.Doug discusses what it takes to reach command, the value of decentralised leadership, human performance innovation in training, and how to build trust, initiative, and resilience in the next generation of aviators. Whether you’re military or civilian, you’ll walk away with powerful tools for leadership, purpose, and personal growth.🎧 Available now on all major platforms!

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