Episode #1119: Ty Clinkenbeard

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Ty Clinkenbeard of Cedar Ridge Aviation, a helicopter sprayer who recently completed his service in the United States Navy, where he worked as an aircraft refueler on the flight deck.

Ty shares what life was like in the Navy, from deployments and extended time at sea to the unique challenges of living and working aboard a ship. The guys discuss the demands of flight deck operations, what it's like being confined to a ship for long stretches, and the experiences that shaped Ty during his time in the military.

The conversation also turns to Ty's decision to leave the Navy and what led him to pursue a different path after completing his service. He explains his fascination with aviation and how that passion connects his military background with his current work flying helicopters for agricultural spraying.