Planes on the Prairie

Planes on the Prairie


Latest Episodes

Captain John O. Donaldson - ND Aces 12
November 13, 2023

In our last episode of the North Dakota Aces series, we cover John Owen Donaldson, our only Ace from World War One. Tune in to hear us discuss World War I aerial combat, Donaldson's victories, and his harrowing journey as a POW on the run.

Lieutenant Colonel Leland "Tommy" Molland - ND Aces 11
November 06, 2023

In this installment of the North Dakota Aces Series, we cover Leland Molland, a Nome, North Dakota native who flew Spitfires and Mustangs in the Mediterranean Theater of Operations with the 308th FS of the 31st FG. Tune in to learn more about Reverse Lend

Lieutenant Commander Harvey P. Picken - ND Aces 10
October 30, 2023

Welcome to our tenth episode of the ND Aces Series, where Max and Sam cover Harvey Picken, a Minot, North Dakota native who served as a photo reconnaissance pilot with VF-18 in the Pacific. Special thanks go out to Mike Fink and Jackie Case for the wealth

Colonel Donald A. Baccus - ND Aces 9
October 09, 2023

Episode nine of our ND Aces series features Colonel Donald A. Baccus, a Jamestown, ND native who downed five aircraft while serving with the 356th Fighter Group in Europe during World War II. Tune in to hear a neat story!

Lloyd P. Heinzen - ND Aces 8
October 02, 2023

In this episode, the crew talk about Lloyd P. Heinzen, a Garrison, ND native who served with VF-8 during the war. Tune in to hear about his combat career, his interesting victories, and his tragic death in an aircraft accident.

Captain Norman E. Olson - ND Aces 7
September 25, 2023

In episode 7 of the North Dakota Aces series, Sam and Max talk about the life and combat career of Norman E. Olson, a P-47 and P-51 pilot from Fargo, ND. We hope you enjoy this episode and thanks for listening!

Lieutenant Commander Leonard J. Check - ND Aces 6
September 18, 2023

In this episode, Sam and Max talk about Lieutenant Leonard Joeseph Check, a Double Ace from Berwick, North Dakota. Tune in to hear Check's interesting path to the navy as well his mixed bag of victories against both Japanese Army and Naval aircraft!

Ensign Clarence Borley - ND Aces 5
September 11, 2023

In this episode, Max and Sam discuss the combat career of Ensign Clarence "Spike" Borley, a Williston, ND native who flew Hellcats with VF-15 in the Pacific. Tune in for an epic story of combat and survival on this installment of our ND Aces Series!

Max's Colorado Aviation Trip
September 04, 2023

This week, Sam and Max take a little break from the ND Aces series to discuss Max's recent trip to the Denver area. In this episode, the crew will discuss some museums and kebabs so we hope you enjoy the listen!

Lieutenant Francis "Cash" Register - ND Aces 2
August 14, 2023

In this episode, Max and Sam dive into the biography of Francis "Cash" Register, the first ace of North Dakota who hailed from Bismarck, North Dakota. Tune in to hear his story and discussion about the fighting in Guadalcanal. Thanks for listening!