Rob "Scratch" Mitchell: Snowbird Leader, CF-18 Demo Pilot, and Film Producer

"I remember that moment. There was 22 sets of eyes just staring at me, and they all said the same thing, 'What do we do now, Boss?' That's when the penny dropped for me that, ah, this is what leadership is about." Rob "Scratch" Mitchell's 20-year career in the Royal Canadian Air Force is highlighted by his time as a CF-18 demo pilot, and two tours with the Snowbirds, including as Team Lead in 2006-2007. Performing at airshows sparked his interest in acting and film, and eventually it became his calling. Since leaving the air force, he has thrown himself into the world of producing, directing, and acting for film and television. His credits include the likes of Discovery Channel's Airshow, and the Midway movie. On this episode, we talk about tough lessons in leadership, what GA pilots can learn from the military, and how his air force experience lends itself well to the film world. And be sure to stick around to the end…you won’t want to miss his story about spiders and what the g-loading limits are on a tarantula! Be sure to check out a special bonus episode available to everyone at Patreon.com/flyingBC where Scratch answers listener questions, including how the Snowbirds design their show each year, and how they deal with turbulence while in tight formation. Follow Flying BC on Instagram / Facebook / YouTube www.flyingbc.com