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Dave Berke: Here’s Why Most Pilots Never Make It Into Top Gun
By Mike Ritland
By Mike Ritland
By Mike Ritland
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I’d love to see a follow-up on how these principles translate to civilian flight crews. Any similar anxieties there?
This feels like an apples-to-oranges comparison. Commercial pilots have different challenges than military aviators.
Ever heard of nuclear submarine captains? Their selection process is even more brutal, I’ve heard.
Not sure about the comparison to other fields. Military aviation has unique pressures—life-or-death decisions at supersonic speeds.
Top Gun pilots are about more than flying skill. The psychological resilience is what sets them apart.
This isn’t just about talent—it’s about adaptability and split-second decision-making. That’s what separates the best.
The video makes it clear why Top Gun is the pinnacle. The bar is set impossibly high, and that’s by design.
The video highlights how even the most skilled pilots don’t meet Top Gun’s standards. Makes you appreciate the dedication required.
Interesting take on the rigor of pilot selection. Wonder how these principles apply to other elite professions like space exploration or deep-sea diving.
I’d say the parachute industry has similar demands. Ever heard of elite skydivers?
Great comparison. The mental toughness required must be similar across high-stakes fields.
Fascinating breakdown. It’s rare to get this level of insight into the selection process. The physical demands alone sound brutal.
The humility of this explanation is refreshing. Not every skilled pilot is cut out for the pressure of combat aviation.