Jas S thats what got me man. Since I first saw it when I was 7. Hit me like a truck. Still on that path today. Aviation turned into a passion of mine because of that 😂
Vincent Loosa lmfao same now I’m in flight school for my ppl and attending college so I can fly jets for either the navy or Air Force! I love the hell out of aviation
Borpheus Maximus -- all right take the amount of women that you hook up with in your whole life bro, now multiply that by 200, that's probably how many chicks these metro guys bone in a couple of years
Although I never got a ride in one, but we had an incentive program for airman to get a ride in when I was in the Air Force. Not sure if all squadrons had these incentives though.
I've flown in an F-16, up to Mach 1.8. The speed feels like nothing, but whatever it is you expect for the maneuvering...it's a LOT more than that, and I didn't even get up to 9G, so props to this guy. You CAN get used to it when you know what to expect, but the first time...HOLY SHIT!
Aye I’m currently in tech school for the air force my AFSC is 1P031 which is Aircrew Flight Equipment. I’ll be doing what those guys were doing when sizing him for the helmet and mask. It’s crazy seeing something I’m learning at school being in a video I was interested in watching!
The only serious question the interviewer asked the pilot was political. "Do you ever worry, when you talk to kids, that they get the wrong idea about what the job is?" Suggesting that it's military indoctrination for the pilot to talk to kids about how awesome it is to be a pilot.
The thing that gets me with fighter pilots is the face that even a tiny hit from something can cause u to crash. I cant even imagine the ones during WW2, those fights must've been nuts.
The worst is barfing and still being sick and knowing that the rolls are not over and you are stuck for x more minutes when you just want to lie on a floor in the fetal position. Hats off to the pilots and the experts who train them.
After serving in the Air Force, of course I am partial to the Thunderbirds. But I will tip my hat to the Blue Angles, for performing their maneuvers without a G Suit. Seems the movement of the bladders interferes with the yoke. Them boys gots balls.
I met the pilots at the 'Andrews Air Force Base' air show 2017, and got all thier autographs. They're nice people and answered some questions for fans.
The breathing trick works well. WE pulled 2 Gs in a 172. the first time, it was uncomfortable but still really fun but the second, I used the breathing trick for a bit and it was a lot of fun.
kiDkiDkiD12 I don’t see what negates their statement. This is a very rare opportunity that most likely costed a pretty penny and some good connections, this isn’t like getting into some guy’s personal jet and flying around the neighborhood. There’s a comment around here that’s along the lines of “does he know how many people would give their left nut to do something like this” it really rings true. It’s one thing to complain about the feeling of the G-force as it happens and after the show is over, it’s another to complain about going on the once in a lifetime trip that you set up *BEFORE* the main event even starts...
I went on vacation to Mackinac island, Michigan; and on our way back home we stopped to eat food in Traverse City. We were walking to a food truck when we heard an EXTREMELY loud Jet plane. We all shit our pants and went to go see what it was, and there were 5-8 USAF Thunderbirds flying over the bay. We went to the beach area to check them out. We found out that they were practicing for an airshow. They were absolutely incredible.
Went to see the USAF Thunderbirds preform at the Dayton Air Show a few years back, a relative of mine a the time was was flying Slot #4, and got us tickets. Honestly, as a person who has never had any major fondness for planes, nor ever flown in one, I can tell you it was easily the best damn thing I have ever seen.
Jesus ive idolized these guys since I was in the womb.. Seen them at more airshows than I can count. Even done actual research on them. This guy gets a job at vice and a ride with them...
Loved the video, the pilot was super cool! Its unbelievable and I would give anything to have an experience like this. Especially with pilots like him, not any pilot whos doing it to earn money.
I believe the thunderbirds aren’t just stunt pilots, but I think they are also combat ready, but these are some of the best pilots in the world so I would assume they are rarely used in missions and combat (correct me if I am wrong on any of this k thx)
Why in the world would vice choose someone like you to fly in an F16 when there are probably countless others who would actually look forward to a once in a lifetime opportunity like this
I'm sure he was looking forward to it and was excited to do it, but when you're actually there and getting briefed, reality sets in and you'd probably have second thoughts too haha
"Contemplating why I agreed to do this" are you serious, you're given an opportunity that 99.9% of people will never have the chance to do. I'm not saying you shouldn't have a little fear, but be a man and swallow it. Be grateful for the opportunity you were just given. Especially being able to fly with the best men our country has to offer.
9 G is the maximum safe rating rating on the aircraft itself. F16s, F15s, and F22s all are 9G airframes, meaning that if they exceed 9G there is a high likely hood of damage. For example we had an F15 pull 13 Gs at my base and although the jet came back in one piece, it has sat broken for two years due to damage.
It's crazy to think about all of the things a pilot must know and put up with while performing that flight demo. Then on top of that, at the end of the day, also be able to destroy your enemy without them destroying you.
Awesome stuff Vice. Most of us wanted to be fighter pilots after watching Top Gun. Also, nice to incorporate the pilot's journey and then the pilot dropping some truth bombs at 5:10 mark!
