Human Performance in the Cockpit with A-10 Pilot Mike "Johnny Bravo" Drowley

On this episode we welcome our first general officer guest, BG Mike Drowley, call sign Jonny Bravo. Brrrrrrt enthusiasts will appreciate that he is an A-10 Warthog pilot which, for the unfamiliar, means he flies an aircraft that is effectively a giant machine gun with wings. Pilots face unique performance demands that revolve around around applying technical skills under pressure while resisting g-forces on their bodies. BG Drowley discusses these, but we also had a wide ranging conversation about leadership at the strategic level, taking care of people, and the importance of human performance professionals being completely integrated with the units they support. He's an engaging and thoughtful leader, and his authenticity is immediately apparent when you talk to him.

Catch his TED Talk with 2+ million views here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5WtQqKrbmKc

He also appeared on Simon Sinek's podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXLunCM7ISw