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Former Top Gun pilot, recovering addict paying it forward
Summary by WPB News Editorial Desk Ashley Glass , as published by WPTV West Palm Beach
· November 5, 2026
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November marks National Veterans and Military Families Month, and WPTV is examining ways to celebrate and support our service members. Former Top Gun pilot Chris Claflin is doing his part and paying it forward to fellow veterans struggling with addiction issues. WATCH REPORT BELOW: Former Top Gun...
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Key points Former Top Gun pilot Chris Claflin is doing his part and paying it forward to fellow veterans struggling with addiction issues. November marks National Veterans and Military Families Month, and WPTV is examining ways to celebrate and support our service members. More News Today’s briefing Local events
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What is this story about? November marks National Veterans and Military Families Month, and WPTV is examining ways to celebrate and support our service members. Former Top Gun pilot Chris Claflin is doing his part and paying it forward to fellow veterans struggling with addiction issues. WATCH REPORT BELOW: Former Top Gun...
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