Ep. 292 Flying 18 Inches Apart: Inside the Blue Angels with Brandon Cordill

In this extended deep-dive, Nik sits down with former Blue Angel and Marine Corps F/A-18 pilot Brandon Cordill for a fascinating look into the world of one of aviation's most elite teams. From combat deployments over Afghanistan to the grueling Blue Angels selection process and life on the road, Brandon brings you into the cockpit — and behind the curtain — of precision flying at its highest level. Hear what it takes to get selected, the challenges of the 40-pound stick, and the reality of balancing family with 310 days a year on the road. This episode isn't just about flying — it's about excellence, humility, and the relentless pursuit of mastery. What You'll Learn in This Episode Life Before the Blues Becoming a Blue Angel The Pressure and Precision Life as a Blue Angel Beyond the Blues Whether you're a student pilot or a senior captain, Brandon's story is a masterclass in discipline, humility, and purpose. Behind every perfect diamond formation is a relentless pursuit of improvement -- and a deep respect for the people who make it happen. CONNECT WITH US Are you ready to take your preparation to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code "R4P2025" and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at podcast@spitfireelite.com, and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates! SPONSOR Are you a pilot just coming out of the military and looking for the perfect second home for your family? Look no further! Reach out to Marty and his team by visiting www.tridenthomeloans.com to get the best VA loans available anywhere in the US. Be ready for takeoff anytime with 3D-stretch, stain-repellent, and wrinkle-free aviation uniforms by Flight Uniforms. Just go to www.flightuniform.com and type the code SPITFIREPOD20 to get a special 20% discount on your first order. #Aviation #AviationCareers #aviationcrew #AviationJobs #AviationLeadership #AviationEducation #AviationOpportunities #AviationPodcast #AirlinePilot #AirlineJobs #AirlineInterviewPrep #flying #flyingtips #PilotDevelopment #PilotFinance #pilotcareer #pilottips #pilotcareertips #PilotExperience #pilotcaptain #PilotTraining #PilotSuccess #pilotpodcast #PilotPreparation #Pilotrecruitment #flightschool #aviationschool #pilotcareer #pilotlife #pilot