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Luke AFB, 1985-1988-Fighter Country: A counter forecaster is picked to replace an officer as Wing Weather NCO, then selected by the Wing commanders for an F-15 incentive ride. Hear the story of a once-in-a-lifetime flight.

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Honduras—and much of Central America—was in turmoil in 1987, and some might argue that conditions have not improved much since. I was sent to Palmerola Air Base to provide weather support for our missions in Honduras. The Iran-Contra affair was still unfolding, and Swan Island was reportedly being used as a transit point for CIA weapons shipments and humanitarian aid bound for Honduras. My time there offered a firsthand look at the harsh living conditions in the area known as “Little Vietnam” and at Palmerola long before it became an international airport. Spiritually, the experience confronted me with difficult lessons about submitting to authority and the belief that resisting it meant standing against God Almighty.

Thanks for listening to the Squall Line Podcast. Hope to do one a month and move up to every other week as time allows. Blessings. SMSgt (ret) Rick Fiske

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We were a typical dysfunctional family of the 1960s. Our father, a second-generation alcoholic, ruled our home through fear—controlling water, electricity, noise, and daily life from the basement. If we walked too heavily or showered too long, he punished us by striking us on the head with his knuckles. Eventually, Mom divorced him and obtained restraining orders. Despite the abuse, all of us broke the cycle and chose healthier, more constructive lives. Learn how we coped with the pain and overcame the abuse, only by God's grace!

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Weather affected mission operations 39% of the time. Logistics were massive deploying to Saudi Arabia. The commander of the 11th Aviation Brigade, Colonel Johnnie Hitt, are instrumental in the execution and success of our mission. Looking back, I consider it a privilege to have been one of those Air Force weather personnel. More importantly, I consider it a privilege to have served alongside the men and women of Det. 13, 7WS, and the 11th Aviation Brigade. The bonds formed under those circumstances became lifelong friendships. Through the uncertainty, responsibility, and danger of war, I also saw what I believe was the Lord's guidance and provision. What began as an assignment became an experience that shaped my life, my friendships, my understanding of service, and my faith.

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This episode is about my personal walk to find the truth, and ending up finding truth is but one, Jesus! We had a very dysfunctional family. A very angry and abusive alcoholic father, but we survived. From Out of the Body experiences, to being baptized by the Holy Ghost in Saudia Arabia, Christ is faithful all the time. Come along my journey and see the scarlet thread of Christ. Blessings!

Thanks for listening to the Squall Line Podcast. Hope to do one a month and move up to every other week as time allows. Blessings. SMSgt (ret) Rick Fiske

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Welcome to the Squall Line Podcast—where weather meets warriors, veterans, and the mighty works of God's grace. I'm glad you're here.

Todays episode is about David Allen Fiske Sr. My grandfather. He fought in the famed "Yankee Division" in WW1. He was there in the 104th Infantry Division and was awarded the "War Cross" from France. Quite an interesting man. Very gifted, yet at the age of 20, went through some of the worst fighting in WW1. Here about our soldiers, WW1 and what they went through on the frontlines. Want to learn more?

Pictorial history of the 26th Division in WW1: https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=hvd.32044074321803&seq=9

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From the eyes of a 19 year old Airmen First Class attending USAF Weather School at Chanute AFB, IL in the Spring of 1974. Events as they unfolded in Illinois, and spread throughout 13 states. 148 plus Tornadoes, 320 lives lost. It all started here!

Thanks for listening to the Squall Line Podcast. Hope to do one a month and move up to every other week as time allows. Blessings. SMSgt (ret) Rick Fiske