Randy W. Ball — Speaking Engagements & Guest Lectures.
Randy W. Ball is one of the most experienced and recognizable jet demonstration pilots in North America, with more than 45 years of aviation experience, a career spanning military operations, corporate aviation, warbird restoration, and high-performance jet demonstrations. As the lead pilot for FighterJets Inc, Randy has flown thousands of presentations in the MiG-17F, T-33, and other historic jets, inspiring millions of spectators with aircraft that defined Cold War and Vietnam-era aviation history.
Today, Randy brings that same passion to universities, engineering programs, aviation schools, airshow academies, and aerospace conferences, delivering powerful presentations that connect real-world flying, high-performance jet operations, and personal leadership lessons with modern-day STEM education and professional development.
Speaking Topics & Program Themes
Speaking Topics & Program Themes
A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to fly a 1950s- era jet in modern airspace:
- G-forces, physical conditioning, and decision making
- The mental discipline required in high-performance aviation
- Situational awareness and cockpit management
2. Cold War Aircraft in the Modern World
- How FighterJets Inc preserves, restores, and flies aircraft such as the MiG-17F, F-100 Super Sabre, and F-4 Phantom — and what these jets teach us about engineering progress, aerodynamics, and aviation history.
3. STEM in the Sky
A program for engineering, aviation, and STEM departments covering:
- Thrust, drag, wing loading, and supersonic design
- Jet engine technology, afterburner physics, and aircraft systems
- Real applied science from a pilot’s perspective
4. Leadership Under Pressure
Lessons learned from thousands of high-stakes flight hours:
- Building confidence and skill
- Trust, communication, and team operations
- “Aviate, Navigate, Communicate” as a life model
5. Airshows, Safety & Professional Aviation Culture
- How safety, discipline, and teamwork drive modern aviation — from training flights to national airshow demonstrations.
Who Books Randy W. Ball?
Randy is available for:
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- University STEM Departments
- Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering Programs
- Aviation Colleges & Flight Schools
- Professional Pilot Associations
- Airshow & Aviation Conferences
- Veteran and Military Heritage Groups
- Leadership Programs & Corporate Events
He can also speak in conjunction with a static jet display, a STEM outreach event, or a FIGHTERJETS INC. airshow appearance.
Why Randy Inspires Students & Professionals
Randy bridges the gap between historic aircraft and modern thinking. Students and professionals hear from someone who has:
- flown aircraft older than many of their textbooks.
- applied physics and engineering under real-world pressure.
- Preserved Cold War aircraft for educational use and inspired generations through airshows, heritage flights, and STEM programming.
He brings energy, authenticity, humor, and unforgettable stories from a lifetime in aviation.
Format Options
Randy offers:
- Keynote speeches (30–60 minutes)
- Classroom lectures or Q&A sessions
- Leadership workshops
- STEM demonstrations with visuals
- Event guest appearances• Panel participation
- Virtual options available.
Booking Information
To inquire about speaking engagements for your university, aviation program, or organization, contact:
FIGHTERJETS INC.
Randy@fighterjets.com
www.FighterJets.com
Representation available nationwide