In the 1970s and 80s, the #usnavy maintained a robust adversary force to provide air-to-air training for its fighter squadrons. Aircraft employed in this role included the F-5 Tiger, T-38 Talon, F-16N Viper, and more.

On this episode, retired U.S. Navy Commander Bob “BB” Brauer, former #f14tomcat-turned adversary #pilot, describes flying the A-4 Skyhawk and the F-21 Kfir – an Israeli #aircraft based on the French Mirage 5.