I Flew My Parents Onto an Aircraft Carrier

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  • Опубліковано 14 лис 2024

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  • @flyrobroy
    @flyrobroy  4 дні тому +79

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    • @TheConmany
      @TheConmany 3 дні тому +2

      6:22 in the background .... mmmmmmmmm Jolly Roger

    • @joanieb641
      @joanieb641 3 дні тому +4

      This was great! It’s wonderful that you did this for your parents! They will never forget this! 🇺🇸

    • @flyrobroy
      @flyrobroy  3 дні тому +1

      @@joanieb641 thanks Joe! They were very deserving of this amazing trip and are tickled by the video 👍🏼

    • @drums_life
      @drums_life 3 дні тому +1

      hey man just wondering what us your callsign?

    • @Brian_Hoover
      @Brian_Hoover 2 дні тому

      @@drums_life I was wondering that myself!

  • @markenda1
    @markenda1 4 дні тому +1038

    Two people who absolutely deserved being VIP's. Fantastic video, thanks for sharing.

    • @flyrobroy
      @flyrobroy  4 дні тому +19

      Thanks Mark!!

    • @desertodavid
      @desertodavid 4 дні тому +14

      As a retired Marine Corps avionics chief, I totally agree. Great video, "See Ya!"
      It made my heart swell and eyes well up, on this 249th birthday of the US Marine Corps. Thanks so much to all of you who made this happen.
      I joined 49 years ago. Wow it still looks also familiar in today's Navy.
      Ooh Rah, America! The Navy Marine Corps team is Semper Fidelis--
      "Always Faithful".
      Nov 10th, 2024

    • @gurjitkaur9591
      @gurjitkaur9591 День тому

      Good job sir jai hind ❤

    • @daniel_7234
      @daniel_7234 Годину тому

      They must be very proud of you

  • @cockpitmagician
    @cockpitmagician 4 дні тому +617

    Your mom is single handedly hyping up the entire air wing! LFG!

  • @CPDheadstomp
    @CPDheadstomp 4 дні тому +275

    I can’t imagine how proud your parents must be.

    • @kickthesky
      @kickthesky 4 дні тому +6

      It goes both ways. With all of the stuff his parents have done, I am sure Rob is very proud of them, too!

    • @puppergump4117
      @puppergump4117 2 дні тому +2

      His parents were incredibly disappointed as there are no tailgates on a carrier

  • @JR-ud4kk
    @JR-ud4kk 4 дні тому +306

    Way friggin cool. They’ll always remember this, a good son.

  • @gryhze
    @gryhze 4 дні тому +331

    This beats all your carrier landing videos. This is priceless. Thank you.

  • @mikebashford8198
    @mikebashford8198 4 дні тому +179

    That must be the best present any parents can get. Awesome video.

  • @spawntez
    @spawntez 4 дні тому +38

    As a 33-year military man, now retired, I owe my career to my VIP's, AKA, mom & dad. So, I thank my parents for all their support and life lessons which served me well. I wouldn't have made through my career without them always encouraging me and pushing me. Thanks mom and RIP, dad I owe you more than you'll ever know. Semper Fi

  • @GRISEZ118
    @GRISEZ118 4 дні тому +39

    Proud USAF parents here! That’s such an amazing recognition and honor for your parents!
    Thank you! 👍🏻🇺🇸
    FLY NAVY! & FLY FIGHT WIN! 🇺🇸

  • @tangle60r
    @tangle60r 4 дні тому +79

    Your parents must really proud of you , congrats mate on your succesful career. My father is a retired Master Chief Petty Officer (O9) in Turkish Navy and he did everything to support my dream to become a naval aviator which is becoming a Seahawk pilot but I couldn't fullfill it because of the several reason but height was the number 1 issue. I am 6'7. Now I'm doing my best to somehow earn a green card and eventually a citizenship and complete my dream in US Navy. I hope people doesn't see this or understand this comment wrong I just wanted to share my life. Have a great day and FLY NAVY!

    • @johngross8300
      @johngross8300 4 дні тому +6

      Go Luck. Also a Master Chiefs Son, USN, with my own 30yrs to look back upon. 6’7” in a SeaHawk. . . Yeah, that’s a hard one. Cheers and Best of Luck into your future.

    • @tangle60r
      @tangle60r 4 дні тому

      @@johngross8300I talked to some Blackhawk and Apache pilots they said that only a sitting and sitting eye height is most important. I’m fitting those numbers but that’s the Army not Navy so I’m hoping that it’s the same way for the Navy. Worst case scenario I will serve as anything besides aviation.

    • @Die4dutch2
      @Die4dutch2 День тому +1

      Never give up on that dream bro. Im sure you will fullfill it one day!

    • @lemonsqweezy9532
      @lemonsqweezy9532 День тому +1

      If you get your green card, there are a few aviation opportunities in the military for someone your height if that's your only issue. Tons more on the civilian side too.

  • @spacemax8896
    @spacemax8896 4 дні тому +48

    My first job after college was working on the reactivation of the USS Wisconsin. I got to take my dad with me on it for "Family Day" before commissioning in 1988. One of the best and most satisfying things I've ever done. When I saw you did this I knew I'd watch this video and hit the LIKE Button. Thanks and thanks for doing that for your mom !

    • @tonyInPA
      @tonyInPA 4 дні тому +1

      USS NEW JERSEY restoration volunteer here. Thanks for your role in having All the Iowas live on to tell their stories today and for future generations.
      Yesterday when leaving the ship it occurred to me that weve probably had about 4x the number of encampment guests as there were active crew members in her 4 active periods. ALL who have been part of these ships past are a part of the reason they are relevant today.

  • @paulholmes672
    @paulholmes672 4 дні тому +51

    Crying my eyes out, sir, happy tears for sure. As an Air Force Brat. 3rd generation Veteran, Retiree, also Air Force, what a great experience for your Mom and Dad. Following me is my son, USAF E-5, currently deployed to the Mediterranean, and my daughter, USN MM3, about to transfer to the LPD-28 Fort Lauderdale, I can understand the pride your parents have in you. Thanks for Sharing!!!!

    • @shawnerz98
      @shawnerz98 4 дні тому

      I just about teared up! *SO* cool!

  • @RicoD5
    @RicoD5 4 дні тому +32

    Rob, you are the GOAT! This by far the best way to thank your parents for always believing in you and all the support that helped you what you are now.

  • @damienpayne8245
    @damienpayne8245 4 дні тому +34

    What an amazing story, and a amazing,ing honour to repay your parents

  • @georgeumstead2705
    @georgeumstead2705 4 дні тому +25

    Greatest thing you could ever do for your parents who give so much! Thanks for your service and FLY NAVY!

  • @Pilotwisco
    @Pilotwisco 4 дні тому +16

    They will tell this story forever! You’re a good man!

  • @coloradod3649
    @coloradod3649 4 дні тому +11

    Dude! I am literally getting misty eyed watching your parents and listening to your narration. Such an incredible gift to your parents and your followers on UA-cam. Amazing!

  • @LeeShand
    @LeeShand 4 дні тому +32

    Awesome Rob. Just fecking awesome!

  • @ChiIeboy
    @ChiIeboy 3 дні тому +10

    Watching this on Veteran's Day (also my birthday) and _could not be prouder_ of you, your parents, everyone on that carrier, and all service members, past, present, and future.
    Go Navy! _GO AMERICA!_

  • @fergywurst
    @fergywurst 4 дні тому +8

    6:17 LSO platform. Everybody looking up to the planes. Your mom looking at you and showing a mile wide smile. Priceless. 😎

  • @JcXtreme72
    @JcXtreme72 4 дні тому +17

    You're best video yet, for many many reasons. Give your parents a hug from all of us.

  • @philchurch1115
    @philchurch1115 4 дні тому +15

    Navy 1982 to 1988 AZ2 VS-41 and VS-33 two west pacs and I took my parents on the USS Ranger when we got back after a 9 1/2-month west pacs and my father couldn't believe his eyes.

  • @stephenrrose
    @stephenrrose 4 дні тому +4

    Priceless! Way to go Mom and Dad!!!! Great job Rob Roy!

  • @ibana8449
    @ibana8449 3 дні тому +4

    Mr Rob Roy, 100% payback for having great parents. A great back story to their reward going to sea with you. Well deserved. Stay safe on your travels and thank you.

  • @joewilliams4142
    @joewilliams4142 4 дні тому +4

    How proud they are !!!!!!! Thanks for posting. When my Dad was 90 I took him for his FIRST ever plane ride in a PA28.
    It was a proud moment.

  • @angeloftheabyss5265
    @angeloftheabyss5265 4 дні тому +11

    I’m so glad the NAVY was able to say thank you to your parents. They so deserved this.

  • @chrisc2683
    @chrisc2683 4 дні тому +6

    Bro, I’ve been following your channel for quite some time. Not only do you have one of THEE best naval aviation channels on here but this video, by far, has to be the best one you’ve put out. Seeing your mom on the LSO platform barely paying attention to the jets coming in for a landing. She was too busy beaming that giant smile at you. They must be so proud and this is probably the best gift you could have given them. Not that it needs to be said but you’re one lucky kid to have such supportive parents and they equally lucky to have you as a kid. Great job man 🤙

  • @deanc.5984
    @deanc.5984 4 дні тому +3

    Best. Video. Ever. I'm a parent & there's nothing greater than seeing your children succeed and become a great person. Great parents. They are very proud of you. (I'm not crying, I have something in my eye!)

  • @hawkertyphoon4537
    @hawkertyphoon4537 2 дні тому +3

    Payback time. Letting them know and smell and sense and see and hear... what their efforts have led to.
    No words, man, no words.

  • @GUBVentures
    @GUBVentures 3 дні тому +3

    That is the coolest thing ever! Always great for a son to give his hero the best ride of their lives! Way to go!!!

  • @robthatsme9831
    @robthatsme9831 4 дні тому +12

    Rob this is great 👍 Cheers, Rob from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @goodnightmr5892
    @goodnightmr5892 4 дні тому +15

    This is epic bro! Brought my mom to Germany NATOHQ, this totally trumps it!

  • @carlbehr4909
    @carlbehr4909 4 дні тому +4

    Great story. What a wonderful experience for your parents.

  • @thestrum71
    @thestrum71 4 дні тому +23

    Epic on all levels!!!

  • @aioni77
    @aioni77 4 дні тому +13

    Great video! Thanks for sharing ❤

  • @stevelovejoy3262
    @stevelovejoy3262 2 дні тому +5

    As the 40th employee of Grumman, my pop worked on the J2F “Duck” which was likely the closest thing to a COD the Navy had in the 1930s. He eventually rose to become Plant Superintendent at Calverton, N.Y.. When then Blue Angels took delivery of the F11F in 8:03 the mid 1950s, he was made an honorary “Blue”.

  • @lnomolas3427
    @lnomolas3427 4 дні тому +3

    Outstanding! And of all the "DV's" that get rides out to the boat, your parents are well deserving. Those are the folks that should be given that opportunity. You know they were hyper excited.

  • @catdaddy57
    @catdaddy57 4 дні тому +6

    that is very cool....... you're parents must be very proud of you...... retired Navy here as well....

  • @JOSHUA8CS
    @JOSHUA8CS 3 дні тому +2

    That was absolutely incredible!!!! I’ve never heard of anything like this to include how much love your parents showed all of your college and naval academy friends!!! This video was a blessing to watch!!! Thanks so much. I was on a ship that’s probably razor blades now. USS LEAHY DLG and CLG 16. The great start to my life was the Navy!!! One of if not the best life decisions I made!! Happy Veterans Day!! 🇺🇸

  • @raymaiden958
    @raymaiden958 3 дні тому +1

    That's the ultimate Mother's Day and Father's Day gift! What a grateful son. BRAVO-ZULU

  • @rudelchw
    @rudelchw 4 дні тому +8

    Really great video, your parents must be so proud of you and of this video honoring them and their impact on your own life. Wish you the best.

  • @workout1520
    @workout1520 4 дні тому +5

    Awesome stuff. You're blessed with great parent's.

  • @pdoherty
    @pdoherty 4 дні тому +2

    Good job from you and for them for having and supporting you. Fly Navy! USN PR2 1971-75

  • @larry5508
    @larry5508 4 дні тому +6

    That was awesome, and thanks to your parents for all they have done supporting the Navy!!

  • @tbk1801
    @tbk1801 4 дні тому +3

    This is absolutely the best thing on the internet! They are so proud of you

  • @ghost2112_fpv
    @ghost2112_fpv 3 дні тому +1

    Man this is one of the coolest and sweetest things I’ve ever seen. God bless you, your parents, and our Navy. Thank you for your dedicated service to this country sir. Blue skies. 🇺🇸

  • @Iwoodlikethat
    @Iwoodlikethat 4 дні тому +2

    Mom Roy is so supportive and adorable! I happy for you that you got to give your parents this trip!

  • @oshtoolman
    @oshtoolman 4 дні тому +1

    How awesome to have your parents onboard. I did get COD'd off in the Mediterranean in 1973, USS Independence. Going home for good! Something that I and your parents will never forget. Wish I could have experienced a trap though. I can tell you're very proud to be their son and thankful for all they did for you and your career. We need more parents and their children like this. Thank you for your service and thank you to your parents for making the sacrifices to make this happen.

  • @bensmith7536
    @bensmith7536 4 дні тому +2

    what an incredible family.... truly exceptional people all round.

  • @robertday6845
    @robertday6845 4 дні тому +11

    Awesome and way too cool!!!

  • @brianchamberlain9630
    @brianchamberlain9630 4 дні тому +2

    Most Important Flight ever! God Bless America! and your Mom!

  • @michaelraasch5496
    @michaelraasch5496 4 дні тому +6

    Top video. And I bet some very proud parents.

  • @jasonsong86
    @jasonsong86 4 дні тому +3

    Awesome!!! Parents are the best fans! This is their proudest moment!

  • @GoatLockerGaming
    @GoatLockerGaming 4 дні тому +12

    Fly NAVY!

  • @nashguy207
    @nashguy207 4 дні тому +3

    I'M sure your parents are very proud of you. This was a great gift you gave them. Thanks for sharing with us. Awesome video!

  • @fritzmobil
    @fritzmobil 4 дні тому +3

    Un grand merci que vous avez montré à vos parents avec ce geste et avec ce vol unique/"More Majorum"

  • @enclavex69
    @enclavex69 4 дні тому +4

    😂 this is absolutely fantastic, mum’s awesome. Thank you & as always Fly Navy 🇺🇸🇬🇧👊

  • @richardhoare9963
    @richardhoare9963 4 дні тому +2

    Incredible. That's a proud parent moment 👍👏

  • @chrissullivan6574
    @chrissullivan6574 4 дні тому +1

    So awesome. Famliy is the backbone of this nation. One Navy Vet to another, thank you for sharing.

  • @KSparks80
    @KSparks80 4 дні тому +2

    What an awesome video. Can't imagine how proud your parents are, and you know they'll always remember this trip for the rest of their lives.Thx for sharing!

  • @marcosavila8215
    @marcosavila8215 4 дні тому +2

    7:42 that's literally like they all are inside of a giant bullet, was powerful and funny, man after following your channel for so long and now meeting the parents, i feel very proud of you brother, may God bless you and your parents..and me as well. much love from Portugal-Lisbon

  • @ChrisMuncy
    @ChrisMuncy 4 дні тому +11

    Best. Video. EVAR!

  • @km6341
    @km6341 2 дні тому

    Two of the most deserving people ever! That was so much fun to see and hear. As much to you AND your parents…. Thank you for your service!

  • @michaeldoxey1240
    @michaeldoxey1240 День тому

    Well done, ex army 1973. I'm happy to see Americans believing in and supporting what our service men and women do. Out standing!

  • @Funk_Reactions
    @Funk_Reactions 4 дні тому +4

    0:05 and that’s VFA-143 my old sister squadron. They used to be VF-143 as tomcats. I was at VFA-131 from 2003 to 2006 on the GW and the IKE

  • @firstfreonwarrior
    @firstfreonwarrior 4 дні тому +1

    A most wonderful treat for your parents. Best wishes from your friends in the UK. x

  • @markrivera2522
    @markrivera2522 2 дні тому +2

    awsome. thank you for your sevice

  • @richmanwisco
    @richmanwisco 3 дні тому

    Absolutely wonderful. And the best Veteran's Day shoutout yet. Behind every soldier, sailor, marine, and airman are a whole team of support. Without that support, life in the military would be so much more difficult.
    Thank you to all my fellow brothers and sisters in arms, past and present, for your dedication. And as always, we must hold true to those who did not make it back in one piece. We, as a country, owe everything to them and it is our solemn duty to take care of them and make them whole.

  • @USNveteran
    @USNveteran 4 дні тому +2

    Great footage Rob. As we all (those who have been there) know the only thing more impressive than flight ops on the boat is night flight ops on the boat. Thanks to all now serving, those who have, and those who will in the future. FLY NAVY!!!

  • @clyderokke5409
    @clyderokke5409 2 дні тому

    Your parents are awesome!. Being a vet, I appreciate their support of our military.

  • @TheCousinEddie
    @TheCousinEddie 4 дні тому +1

    The world needs more people like your parents.

  • @Trav-ij
    @Trav-ij 2 дні тому

    That’s so awesome. Supportive parents are priceless. You’re a lucky guy. Thanks for the vid !!

  • @johnm.9989
    @johnm.9989 2 дні тому

    Amazing. Thank you for your service and to your parents for supporting you and your colleagues all those years. My brother was an Air Force pilot and my parents were his greatest cheerleaders also.

  • @MRantzWI
    @MRantzWI 3 дні тому

    Just.... Awesome !!! 2 wonderful parents, and a very grateful son. You can't get better than that ! Thank you for your service, and thank you to your parents for their service & sacrifices as well.

  • @Ghost_Recon_Actual
    @Ghost_Recon_Actual 4 дні тому

    Talk of deserving parents. Your mom and dad are super parents and adoptive parents of several thousand MidShipmen as well. It's great that you were able to get permission to fly them in during active maneuvers out at sea so they could see EXACTLY how much fun you get to have and get paid for it too.

  • @jaasmac
    @jaasmac 4 дні тому

    That was bloody awesome mate! As a parent, I felt so proud of you looking after your Mum and Dad like that. It's obvious you appreciate everything they've done for you. I'm sure your parents don't expect thanks for all their efforts for you but I'm sure they loved the appreciation.

  • @portermedley8343
    @portermedley8343 3 дні тому

    Your video made me tear up on this Veterans Day. The best four years of my life were working the flight deck of the USS Midway. I love the way your Parents are serving our Nation!!! Way to go, Go Navy, Beat Army (BTW, my Father is a West Point Grad - Class of 56 - big point of contention in December of each year).

  • @Brian_Hoover
    @Brian_Hoover 2 дні тому

    Rob, you truly made your parents very proud and gave them a gift so very few could. A very Happy Veterans Day to you!

  • @shabo857
    @shabo857 3 дні тому

    I’m choked up with happy tears. It’s videos like yours that make me proud and happy to pay my taxes. God bless you and everything you’ve done. And a huge thank you to your parents for everything they have done for our boys and girls out there. ❤

  • @richardhall5221
    @richardhall5221 День тому

    Best son ever! The gift you gave them is priceless. 👍

  • @DonkeyKing-ol5rs
    @DonkeyKing-ol5rs 3 дні тому

    Love seeing the support your parents had for you, I always wanted to be a pilot as a kid but my family was broken and I didn't have the greatest upbringing, I remember getting to fly a Cessna when i was 11 years old for free with an instructor and it was one of the greatest feelings I've ever had, If only my family was supportive i could have continued pursuing it.

  • @scottmcpoil6184
    @scottmcpoil6184 3 дні тому

    Thanks for this brother! It’s a great way to celebrate Veterans Day. I’m retired Army. My dad was a WWII veteran and my mom danced in USO shows during the war. We don’t often spotlight our parents, but we should. Like your parents, my mom and dad were always supportive of my Army career. Thanks again Rob - Navy, Army, Marines, Air Force, or Coast Guard - we are all brothers and sisters. 🫡🇺🇸

  • @seanpatsdad
    @seanpatsdad 4 дні тому

    Love this. Your parents are very cool for everything they did for the Mids. My son is a "21" grad and I know how important the tailgates where to him. Thanks to your Mom and Dad. Go Navy!

  • @jamesrea8454
    @jamesrea8454 3 дні тому

    As a Naval Aviator in my youthful past I loved that story. It brought warmth to my heart in these current stressful times. Goodness prevails. I always enjoy your other flight deck and LSO platform videos. On my first cruise to SE Asia we lost one of our pilots who was working the LSO platform when an A4 hit the platform. He is honored on the Intrepid museum in New York harbor. FLY NAVY!

  • @TheStowAway594
    @TheStowAway594 4 дні тому

    This is absolutely incredible, you are so lucky to have amazing parents like that, and they are lucky to have you. Thank you so much for all of your service & sacrifice. The world desperately needs more people like you and your family.

  • @brunofagulha
    @brunofagulha 4 дні тому +1

    So great to see! my 2 childhood dreams, being in an aircraft carrier and have my parents together. Your parents look awesome people Rob! take care and thank you for sharing. Greetings from Portugal.

  • @davidm6256
    @davidm6256 4 дні тому

    Kids grow up playing sports and the parents put a lot of effort in getting their kids equipment and to practice hoping they will exceed in life playing sports! Your parents are a product of loving the United States of America and loving the Navy, and they want to show their support to othe midshipmen and any naval sailor, thank you for your service and thank you for your parents bringing up a outstanding man! Fly Navy 🇺🇲

  • @fanBladeOne
    @fanBladeOne 3 дні тому

    I was literaly smiling all throughout the video. So, so glad for you and your family, Sir. Enjoy every moment with those folks.

  • @corjp
    @corjp 4 дні тому

    WOW, MASSIVE They really had the fun day of their lives...... GOOOD JOB, Be proud man... you gave your parents the best look into your life.

  • @antsteradams
    @antsteradams 2 дні тому

    Brilliant - so pleased they got to join you on the flight deck. I am sure they are very proud of you all.... Thanks for sharing.

  • @Jimbo-t2h
    @Jimbo-t2h 3 дні тому

    Fantastic. Great to see your parents at your office. They must be so proud and their support of your community is admirable.

  • @chrisbullock9652
    @chrisbullock9652 4 дні тому

    AWESOME! Thanks for sharing your parents with us!
    How special to have had them on an active carrier with you!!
    Love your spirit!
    AMERICA!!!! DAMN RIGHT!!!!!

  • @TheDaveplym
    @TheDaveplym 3 дні тому

    Man! Where do the accolades end? Too cool for school - you have outstanding parents - you are an awesome son and GREAT American - Army vet says the NAVY is the best! Thank you for creating a memory your parents will cherish for their lifetime!

  • @BobBrownIII
    @BobBrownIII 4 дні тому

    Great video. What a nice thing to do for your mom and dad. I was an SWO on the USS Observation Island. I got my dad on board as a VIP to watch a Polaris missile launch. I’m 84 years old now but the memory of how much my dad enjoyed that day still makes me emotional.

  • @jamesquade2257
    @jamesquade2257 2 дні тому

    This is the best! I am a retired Rawhide and am glad your parents got the C2 experience before the C2 is retired for good!

  • @kennygismo6315
    @kennygismo6315 4 дні тому

    Very cool!! Your parents enjoyed themselves big time and I am sure that they are very proud of the son that they raised. Happy Veteran's Day to you, sir!

  • @Rodg470
    @Rodg470 4 дні тому

    Watching with a big smile on my face as if I was there. Thank you and your parents for all you do. And. FLY NAVY

  • @majobis
    @majobis 4 дні тому

    Thanks for your service sir.
    And a big thanks to your parents giving so much support back to those that are serving or have served.
    Please give them a shout out to them for me and I would have loved to shake their hands for all that they are doing and raising a fine man you have become.
    Plus I would not mind buying you a beer or two.

  • @xpatsteve
    @xpatsteve 4 дні тому

    That was awesome! First off, so much respect and thanks to your parents for supporting you and their support of the USNA. I can relate to how you must feel for affording your mom and dad this chance as I had the opportunity to bring my little brother on board the Enterprise for a Tiger Cruise from Hawaii to Alameda back in the 80s. To this day he remembers being allowed to take the helm every day that week as a 14 year old. Best "What I did on my summer vacation" essay ever. And he had the photos to prove it.

  • @DJSquish76
    @DJSquish76 4 дні тому

    A very thankful civilian here. A happy vetrans day to all who have and are serving. Here's one for the ones we have lost. They are gone but not forgotten. Cheers boys (and girls)