Commander Frank Weisser, U.S. Navy is a two-time Blue Angels pilot, combat-deployed Naval Aviator, Topgun: Maverick stunt pilot, bestselling author, and trusted leadership authority who has performed at the highest levels of excellence under pressure.
A 21-year U.S. Navy veteran, Frank deployed three times in support of combat operations, including missions over Iraq and Afghanistan. He later earned one of the most competitive positions in military aviation, flying as a demonstration pilot with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, serving during five air show seasons across two separate tours and performing with 10 different Blue Angel teams.
Frank also served as the real-world pilot behind the controls for some of the most iconic flight sequences in Top Gun: Maverick, flying in the front seat to capture the breathtaking, high-speed canyon runs that demanded absolute precision, trust, and performance at the edge of possibility.
His bestselling book, Lead Solo: Learning Life’s Vectors from an F/A-18 Blue Angels Aviator, became an immediate bestseller and delivers a powerful framework for achieving Excellence Under Pressure, a mindset forged in combat and refined within one of the most recognizable high-performance teams in the world.
A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy with a Master’s Degree in Systems Analysis from the Naval Postgraduate School, Frank is also a business owner and Gulfstream type-rated pilot (450/550/700/800). He has delivered keynote addresses to hundreds of organizations worldwide, from Fortune 500 companies to professional associations and executive leadership teams.
Today, Frank translates the lessons learned in combat cockpits and elite teams into actionable leadership strategies for organizations operating in high-stakes environments. He brings authenticity, credibility, and a commanding stage presence that resonates from the C-suite to frontline teams.
If you are ready to bring your organization to new heights, contact Frank Weisser and his team today!