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How It Feels to Fly a B-1 Bomber Over the Super Bowl LX | US Air Force Pilot Buster Christon
Episode Description
On this Stay Tranquilo Podcast episode, we sit down with Buster Christon, a U.S. Air Force pilot chosen to fly the lead B-1 bomber in the historic Super Bowl LX flyover — a rare joint formation with Air Force and Navy aircraft celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
We dive deep into what it really feels like to fly a supersonic bomber over Levi’s Stadium, the pressure of hitting perfect timing during the National Anthem, and how this once-in-a-lifetime moment compares to everyday flying and military tradition.
🎙️ In this episode you’ll hear about:
✈️ What it takes to be selected for a Super Bowl flyover
✈️ Flying a B-1 Lancer: power, speed & maneuverability
✈️ What going Mach 1+ feels like in the cockpit
✈️ How military precision makes the flyover possible
✈️ Top Gun Maverick — reality vs Hollywood
🏈 And of course… Seahawks vs Patriots predictions
Whether you’re into aviation, military life, or just love incredible Super Bowl stories — this conversation takes you up close with the pilots behind the sky show everyone tuned in for. 🙌
👇 Subscribe for more stories at the intersection of culture, sport, and real-life experiences — Stay Tranquilo.
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