Night Stalker Master Aviator Author Alan C. Mack
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- Опубликовано: 12 июн 2024
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CW5 Alan C. Mack is an elite aviator, war hero, public speaker, and the author of 'Razor 03: A Night Stalker's Wars.' Over the course of his near 36 year military career, he flew over 6700 hours of flight time, of which over 3200 hours were flown with Night Vision Goggles. He's trained and flown with the best, and he's been a part of a number of operations that were later adapted into Hollywood film productions like '12 Strong' and 'Lone Survivor'. He even had a hand in the rescue of Bowe Bergdahl, the U.S. Army soldier that was held captive by the Taliban from 2009-2014.
So how do you become one of the most skilled aviators in our Armed Forces? How do you manage to clock that many flight hours, at night, in the desert, with night vision goggles on? And most importantly - what's the secret to making those incredibly difficult flight maneuvers look so simple to pull off? Let's ask Alan.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
10:11 - Born in '63
15:14 - An Aircraft Mechanic in Germany
27:04 - Flight School
32:33 - How to Fly a Helicopter
49:22 - Desert Storm, Desert Shield, Desert Pilot
55:48 - Flying in Korea
01:16:34 - Training for Night Stalkers
01:31:25 - Welcome to 160th B Company
01:44:17 - Flying The Horse Soldiers
02:11:44 - The Battle of Roberts Ridge
02:57:10 - After-Action Analysis
03:08:40 - The Real Lone Survivor - Flying Operation Red Wings
03:28:44 - Saving Marcus Luttrell
03:39:16 - Finding Bowe Bergdahl
03:58:23 - Dog Days in Iraq
04:11:24 - Family Matters
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Support Alan Mack -
Website - alancmack.com
Instagram - / alancmack2015
Facebook - / alancmackauthor
Support the Night Stalker Foundation -
Website - www.nightstalkerfoundation.com/
Support the Special Operators Transition Foundation -
Website - sotf.org/
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Former CH-47 pilot here- losing hydraulics while flying and still landing that aircraft is beyond comprehension
How about landing with only one rotor left ?
@@djzrobzombie2813that ain’t happening.
He actually did have hydros when he landed. The crew chief was able to refill the reservoir with spare fluid giving him control in short increments. Without that they would've crashed.
Awesome interview with an unbelievably good pilot. Even in his young days during Desert Storm he was fun to fly with. I almost spit my coffee out when he mentioned my cigarette story with the Iraq POWs. I was his CrewChief on the ramp.
I never get tired of listening to Als stories even though I was present and lived through many of them. A detail he left out about the Son Tay Bergdahl mission was when he said it I looked in the mirror in the cockpit and all I saw was this big bushy caterpillar mustache covered shit eatin’ grin. The most impressive landing I experienced in my career. He is a true hero of mine!!! Great interview!
I’ve seen Alan interviewed 3 times previously. Always great. But your time with him is far more laid back, informative, enlightening, and hair raising. And you know we’ve only heard 1% of his actual lore.
Well done ! 👍👍👍
40 Mike Mike is a darn good interviewer.
Love that he mentioned Pete Blaber with Operation Anaconda. Hands down the single most influential book I’ve ever read was Pete’s book The Mission, The Men and Me. Which culminates in that battle.
I saw Mr. Mack on Combat Story and the same night listened to the entire book Razor 3 on Audible. He's story is moving, at points heartbreaking and best of all has a happy ending. He's a American hero and what anyone who has ever flown a toy helicopter over there head as a child dreams of being.
This channel is going places, it’s very hard for something to keep my attention but i watched this from start too finish with no distractions.
Pepper was the dog who was lost along the river in Iraq. Her handler's name is Dave Neilsen. He would be a stellar guest for Mike Drop.
The Legend himself, thank you for this Mike
What an incredible individual; I listened to the podcast driving from DC to Philly today and finished it when I got home. I’m amazed that there isn’t enough notoriety placed on the pilot’s and crew of the 160th ; they’re all heroes. I guess they’re the true silent warriors. God bless them all and what they did during the Gwot, and continue to do today. Thank you Mike for bringing Mr. Mack on the show, and thank you Mr. Mack for what you’ve done for our country.
Listening to the aviators is my favorite type of podcast, what a great interview.
Good old Berghdal! Spent a lot of time back in 09 looking for that dude. Thanks for another great episode.
Solid soldier. Sf in his own mind. About to be in ground branch
Mike just leaning back enjoying these incredible stories like I was. Alan is so calm and well spoken, great demeanor to him. Thanks to both of you for this one 👏
Incredible and humble guy and he has a radio voice. Make us WO's proud
Freaking awesome interview. Huge reminder as to all of the assets involved to make missions possible.
Mike, i have already listened to this multiple times because of the details.
I must say that you have outdone yourself with this guest. Thank you for what you have done for us in bringing guests that have something to say as well as bring some truth for us civilians to hear.
I am offering you a challenge, can you find the Bin Laden pilots and ask about the crash landing that safely kept all of our men alive?
Please accept this challenge.
God bless you friend.
I remember when Mike didn’t ride motorcycles now he talks about them a lot, I love it
Same about to get an fz8 lol
Nonaviators I don’t think can comprehend the gravity of what he did in an aircraft. Truly amazing!!!
I’ll say it! The best interview thus far. Wow!
25 mins in and I'm hooked. Another great one!
Currently a ch47 mechanic and crew chief. Best damn job I’ve ever had!
Incredible military career. This should have a million views. Thanks Alan and Mike! 🇺🇸
This episode was real gooood.
Thanks Mike!
You got a way of digging deeper in Mike Drop than any other podcast…. Telling you this is the best damn show. For years, you’ve given me the best damn content… really appreciate you bro. @mikeritland
Thank you buddy! I sure appreciate it
It’s because he listens to their answers instead of just waiting for his turn to talk. A shockingly rare skill these days.
Legit Legend.....Thanks, Mike!
Great episode! Mike - you should interview Dave Nielson.. that was his dog pepper that Al was referring to that was killed in Iraq.
Absolutely STELLAR interview! The stories and experiences Alan Mack has are just incredible to hear...
Great job Mike, Alan’s been on a few podcasts and all are great. Thank you for your service.
Great interview Mike. You outdid yourself in this one.
Thank you Alan C. Mack.
Incredible interview no stale moments! I appreciate that you let him share his experiences without interrupting
Such a great interview. Love hearing about the aviation details that I never knew was happening while riding on birds as an 11B. We flew on birds a lot while I was stationed in Korea with 1/503 INF AASLT at Camp Casey. I was fresh into the Army at 18 years old and flying around in Blackhawks. I was loving life. I could listen to this guy talk forever. A freaking stud.
Incredible interview! Thanks Mike!
Mike wasn't kidding... one of the longest podcast.
Al is a great American! 🇺🇸🫡 He was one of our instructors during Green Platoon!
As I was a kid, I read the books on tora Bora, lone survivor, kill bin ladin, a good day to die, ECT. Listening to these guys bring up names I've read about from other books is like hearing about all my heros I had going through school. It's like my version of the dream teams. Love listening to all of these heros and the truth behind stories that are told.
For those curious, that’s 291 days of straight flying. Mad respect to this man and the Night Stalkers!!
His voice is so calm it relaxes you
First city I lived in was portsmouth grew up in Dover and reside in Rochester NH currently. Seldom hear anyone notable from here listening to any podcast like this.
Mike love the content . Been watching you for years. Thank you 👍😊 you are a really underrated interviewer. One of the best interviewers on youtube . You ask some very intriguing questions.
He has 3 years solid in the cockpit....... LEGEND
Might be one of the best shows I have watched. I was at NTC and was part of the 1st Air Defense unit ever at NTC. I simulated a SA-8 Missile System.
Great interview Mike. Mr. Mack you are a great paragon for the 160th SOAR.
One of my favorite Mike Drops! Outstanding guess. Great job Mike.
That was an awesome interview! I could listen to Al all day!
This is mind blowing man, I mean I knew being a pilot must be complex especially at his level but I had no idea
Mike I have watched or listened to every episode to date. This is by far the best and my favorite one. Thanks man thanks a lot.
Amazing as always Mike.. well done
That was absolutely awesome, alan is an absolutely legend & a great storyteller. Thanks mike & alan for a brilliant interview & thank you both for your service.
Great interview!!! Thank you Mike.
Big fan from the Netherlands
Thanks, Mike and Al. Amazing interview and stories!
This was so good man. I enjoyed it immensely.
This deserves more views, great stories here
Incredible! Anyone ever interview the crew chief?
Thank you sir . Always a great podcast.
Wow, I had to stop what I was doing to listen to this one. Great interview!
Amazing! Best podcast to date!
Wow, thanks!
@@MikeRitlandwhat's up skid Marks?
Great guest and great interview from two American heroes!
Thank you for bringing these stories to us...
From an old Jarhead
Hellll yeah I loved him on Cleared Hot. You’re crushing it Mike.
Thanks Mike,this was an epic podcast
Awesome podcast, very enlightening.
Man this dude is a legend Forsure. Such a great episode. You should definitely try to get Jimmy hatch on the podcast.
Such Amazing stories and men. I want to thank you guys for sacrificing for all of us.I pray for you guys and your families since they serve also.Im in a big military family, and I know loss. It is so important to document these stories. Thank you 🇺🇸
Great interview!
Thank you Sir! You are a special man and national treasure! You to Mike!
Great episode!!
Excellent interview!
Best in the business!!
Awesome interview!!
This was a phenomenal podcast.
Damn Mike This is going to be on a "best of" no doubt.. Thanks fealls
Great interview and very humbling to hear of the sacrifices made for our nation- even the POS bergdahl. Semper Fidelis!
That was a great show very interesting thanks guys
This was an awesome show.
Thank you Sirs! Shared.
Great interview
Great one Mike 👌
great interview
Amazing stuff.
Great episode Mike
Much appreciated
Damn, great podcast!
Mike these heroes are amazing! Appreciate all of you men/heroes. I’d like to hear some stories from C130 Talon pilots if you can find them. Loved the long episode.
Awesome interview Mike! Just finished it. As always thank you for sharing this story with us and for everything you’ve done in the navy and beyond. Couple of books I want to plug. Alan Mack’s book Razor 03 is a great read. Robert’s Ridge by Malcolm Macpherson and a powerful read on the topic: Alone at Dawn by Schilling and Longfritz. All great books.
On a side note: Mr. Mack mentioned Son tay…there is a great book on that topic called “who will go” by terry buckler. An absolutely incredible mission conducted in north Vietnam. If you or anyone else gets a chance to read any of these books I would highly recommend. PS I’ve read all your books as well Mike…keep em coming.
Very good one!
great interview true warrior
God DAYUM thus one was really good
Incredible interview. When I think your guests cant get any better…bam… on walks another.
Great show... I was thinking that I might have known the dude that he mentioned during his first few weeks of 160th INDOC that he was doing the karate chops on the neck with (Linebacker). I befriended a MH-47 guy from that era while at Vance AFB. He had left the army to fly C-130s for the Air National Guard. He graduated at Vance just before 911 and got a callback to the Night Stalkers. I never saw him again but he fits the description. Also, my dad was in that Birmingham, AL Sky Crane unit just before they converted to 47s. I bet my dad knew those old crusty guys... he said there were quite a few there!
This is my favorite episode right behind Macdonald episode. Fuck yeah Mike Drop
Kick Ass 🌞🇺🇸 just sitting here trying to listen to SRS and then MD notifications 🙌 , ill bounce back to finish SRS after this 🤙
Did ya notice his quoted response when told that there were SF Operators on the mountain with an impending blizzard comin in that would result in all of them "perishing" due to exposure if left on the mountain. He stated that AFTER he was informed that he would have to be part of the response units to go get em, he said, "Dude I just got shot down, Really?"
I realize that he is the Elite of the Elite as far as Helicopter Pilots go, the Top .05%, probably one of the Top 10-12 Copter Pilots on earth, however could you EVER imagine a Team Guy, Green Beret/Unit, Ranger or Marine EVER responding like that if told that there was ANYBODY on that mountain, regardless of the tab on their chest/shoulder.
They would've been out that door and into that helicopter before that officer had completed his order.
I realize that he was/is a pilot though it was just surprising that when presented with his brothers in arms in need of assistance that only he could give, his response was, "I just got shot down, Really?"
Thanks for another Superb interview!!
You're a cut above Brotha👊
Continued Success Mike🍻
RP
Amazing episode. I'm left with only one question. "What would you do for a Klondike bar?"
I am with you Mike on never watched lone survivor or read the book. It was for just the money. A lot of badass men lost their lives and one individual benefits from it 💰💰💰. Very sad!
Seems like a lot of backlash is going around currently because of that movie and book
I've listened to his story on the cleared hot podcast more times than I care to admit. Dude is a hero and I am so thankful Americans like him exist!
I gotta check that out
This one has flavor .
Excellent brothers. 👍🏻💯🇱🇷💪
Nice.
Mike knows his bikes. Loves this shit even more!!! Yamaha burble baby!!!
This is my 3 time watching this since you dropped it. I’ve listened to a few interviews with him, but This is by FAR THE BEST AL Mack interview ever done. Awesome Job Mike 🫡. I also love that you have never deviated from what made your channel so great. 🫡🫡🫡
17 deployments. God damn.
Damn good listen