The SR-71 Blackbird, a top-secret spyplane designed by Lockheed's Skunk Works, was known for its stealth technology and ability to fly at supersonic speeds at high altitudes. In 1966, one of the planes disintegrated in mid-air, and the pilot, Bill Weaver, miraculously survived the accident, which remains one of the most incredible stories in aviation history. [... more]

Major Brian Schule recounts his legendary story of flying the SR-71 Blackbird, known as the LA Speed Check, where he and his crew outdid a Navy F-18 and a twin bonanza in a speed check, showcasing the aircraft's incredible capabilities. Meanwhile, the importance of financial literacy is highlighted, with statistics showing that adults with financial literacy skills have 82% more wealth than those who don't. [... more]

The SR-71 Blackbird, a high-altitude, stealth-capable spy plane, was designed by Lockheed's Skunk Works in the 1950s. On January 25, 1966, pilot Bill Weaver survived a catastrophic accident while flying the plane at 78,000 feet, where the aircraft disintegrated in mid-air. Weaver's remarkable story of survival is a testament to the plane's innovative design and the bravery of its pilots. [... more]

Major Brian Schuhl recounts his experience as an SR-71 Blackbird pilot, recalling a training mission where he and his crewmate Walter engaged in a speed check with air traffic control, showcasing the aircraft's incredible speed and agility. [... more]

The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, a high-altitude spy plane, disintegrated at 78,000 feet during a test flight in 1966. Pilot Bill Weaver survived the accident, but his crew member Jim Zwayer was killed. The plane's extreme speed and altitude made it nearly impossible to survive an ejection, but Weaver's flight suit and parachute system helped him land safely. [... more]

Major Brian Schuhl recounts his legendary story of flying the world's fastest jet, the SR-71 Blackbird, and performing a speed check over Los Angeles, where he and his crewmate Walter outdid a Navy F-18 and became a crew at that moment. [... more]

Bill Weaver, an experienced test pilot, survived a catastrophic accident in the SR-71 Blackbird, the world's fastest air-breathing manned jet aircraft, after it disintegrated at 78,000 feet. He was thrown clear of the plane and landed safely, despite the extreme conditions, thanks to his pressurized flight suit. Meanwhile, the story of Myasthenia Gravis, a rare condition, is explored through the experiences of real people living with it. [... more]

Major Brian Schuhl recounts his legendary story of flying the SR-71 Blackbird, the world's fastest jet, and doing a speed check over Los Angeles, showcasing the aircraft's incredible speed and agility. [... more]

The SR-71 Blackbird, a supersonic spy plane, disintegrated at 78,000 feet, and pilot Bill Weaver miraculously survived the accident, despite being thrown clear of the aircraft without activating the ejection system. Weaver's flight suit held together, and he was rescued by a ranch owner and pilot, Albert Mitchell, who flew him to the nearest hospital. [... more]

Major Brian Schuhl recounts his experience as an SR-71 pilot, flying the world's fastest jet and performing a speed check over Los Angeles, where he and his crew were challenged by a Navy F-18 and a Cessna pilot, showcasing their skills and camaraderie in the high-stakes world of aviation. [... more]

Major Brian Schuhl recounts his legendary story, the L.A. Speed Check, where he and his crew flew the world's fastest jet, the SR-71 Blackbird, and engaged in a speed check with air traffic control, showcasing their aircraft's incredible speed and agility. [... more]

Kathy Cooley shares the story of her son Christopher, who at the age of three was diagnosed with pediatric cancer, and how he touched the lives of those around him with his kindness and generosity. Christopher's story highlights the importance of pediatric cancer awareness and the impact that children with cancer can have on their families and communities. [... more]