Greg Wooldridge / 3-Time Blue Angel Flight Leader

Greg Wooldridge / 3-Time Blue Angel Flight Leader

Author: Aviation January 16, 2026 Duration: 1:01:06

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In this episode, we sit down with Captain Greg “Boss” Wooldridge, a respected leader in naval aviation history.

Greg is the only pilot to have led the Blue Angels three times, a rare distinction that speaks volumes about his leadership, trust, and performance under pressure. His career spans decades of excellence—from a distinguished Navy career, to the flight deck as a FedEx pilot, and now impacting audiences worldwide as a sought-after public speaker.

This conversation is packed with insight on leadership, accountability, preparation, humility, and trust, delivered by someone who has lived them at the very highest level.

🎤Check out his speaker information here:
https://johnfoleyinc.com/greg-boss-wooldridge/

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