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The Final Flight of Captain Forrester

The Final Flight of Captain Forrester

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 A woman’s search for her father—a pilot who disappeared during a mission in Vietnam—collides with the fight over what we owe those who never returned from war.

From the producers of "America's Girls," and hosted by Texas Monthly writer Josh Alvarez, the show debuts April 2025.

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    Texas Monthly's Listener Survey is Now Open
    Dec 11 2025
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  • Support Texas Monthly in the Signal Awards' Listener's Choice Awards

    Support Texas Monthly in the Signal Awards' Listener's Choice Awards
    Oct 1 2025
    We're honored that "The Final Flight of Captain Forrester" is a finalist in two categories of this year's Signal Awards. You can help the show get recognized — and help the story to reach more listeners — by voting for us in the "History" and "Best Original Score/Music" categories. Cast your vote by October 9!

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  • The Final Flight of Captain Forrester | 5. The Final Flight

    The Final Flight of Captain Forrester | 5. The Final Flight
    May 27 2025
    Karoni and her family gather in Arlington to remember Ron Forrester, surrounded by friends and MIA advocates. For many more American families, the search for answers continues.
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