One of my high school classmates flew A-10s out of UPT the after his active duty commitment was up he became an airline pilot and got a contract with the AZ Nat. Guard flying F-16s and was a Instructor pilot in the Lawn Dart as he called it. I also have a friend that Was an F-15 pilot. He went to medical school became a Flight Surgeon to stay in the jet. During the 90s he was one of only 3 flying Flight Surgeons in the Air Force. There was a female Raptor pilot at Langley who I was told transitioned to the F-35.
@@cosmicwakes6443 They only drop bombs on people who threaten the security of our great nation. And those fighter pilots work tirelessly for you to live a good life. So the least you could do is have some respect.
@@Account64000 That is not the case in the U.S. Over the years, the commitment lengths have varied, and they vary between enlisted, officers and specialty.
I had a great career with being either MR or MC in the T-38, A-37, O-2, three models of the F-111, and finishing in the A-10! We need more people to change aircraft to exchange knowledge and not get stuck in one aircraft.
Glad you brought up the guard! Seems to be the best kept secret in the military if you want a fighter. I was picked up by a unit last year and am going through the process to get to UPT. Loving the content!
Question: What kind of training and supplies are you given in the event you have to eject? Are you able to break down or use anything off your seat once you land?
After ejection, I think the seat goes its way (after parachute opening sequence) and after landing You wont be able to find it anywhere near Your position.
There's a survival kit in the seat, including a new GAU-5A/A (break-down quick barrel change M-4 basically.) Not sure how extensively they've been distributed or what seats got that. There's survival gear on the vest as well.
Don't need anything because we will never go to war since we can't even afford to help Americans during a pandemic.. If we can't afford stimulus checks we defiantly can't afford to go to war..
@@jamesholt7340 War is more likely during unsure times of instability, especially when illegitimate powers holding office are controlled by enemies foreign and domestic.
I can imagine it must be tough on the guys who have to fly drones when they're able to fly the real thing. Although still massive respect. A fighter jet sized UAV is no less challenging I'm sure. Thanks for your videos and insight Hasard.
Love your videos, Hasard! You’re a real credit to the Air Force and our service men/women all over the world. Really enjoy your in-depth knowledge of the jets and what it takes to fly them. Keep up the great work! Btw, my son-in-law attended the USAFA back when you were there (2006-10) and said he remembered you as a real hardworking and decent classmate.
Dude, you have a LOT of importance. Don't be jealous at all, because you're doing something that is contributing immensely to the health of everyone, fighter pilots like him included!
My son is a Marine Corps O-1 in initial pilot training at NAS Pensacola. According to what he's heard, the majority of new Marine Corps pilots are currently being assigned to the V-22 Osprey.
No. The aircraft are armed only for armed sorties (combat or training). When ferrying, they usually get additional underwing fuel pods. No one needs the weight or risk of flying with munitions if not needed. Also, the bombs and missiles are VERY expensive.
I just found your channel and now have to wonder how many times did I look up from my pool and see Hazard flying over my house on final for runway 3 at Luke .. love the channel!
I'm prior Navy and got commissioned in 1977, so I'm sure things have changed. After T-2/TA-4 training, I flew the RF-8 Crusader, one cruise, then the F-14A two cruises. Then went to shore duty as an Adversary at VF-126 at Miramar flying the A-4E/F and F-16N (with some flying the F-5E as well) simultaneously, so you may have a flight in the A-4 followed by a flight in the F-16N. Then to the reserves (while flying for Delta Air Lines out of Salt Lake City) flying the A-4 Superfox (a stripped down A-4M). Retired from the reserves in 1997 after 20. All of my time was at Miramar, after training. Very worthwhile!
Thanks for the great video Hasard, my son currently pilots the Viper and was recently selected to transition to the F-35 at the end of this year! Thanks for the great content.... keep it coming!
Very interesting video explaining all this stuff. I work as a water services contractor for the British military. So I see the lightnings and typhoons in the background occasionally which is cool. That's what it's like for us. And the water industry from my experience is bit like just work for another paycheck. Low expectations and enjoying the current situation as much as I can are key to me also
It would be interesting to see the cars the news pilots are flying. When I lived near Shaw we joked that you could pick the pilots by their land vehicles. F-16 pilots had little sporty cars and fast Japanese motorcycles. A-10 pilots had nice pickups and Harleys.
I flew GA aircraft for 22 years : Cessnas, Pipers and Grummans. All flew between 115 and 135kts/hr. Those aircraft were plenty challenging enough for me! Fighter jets? Respect for those folks who fly them.....
Thourghly enjoy your videos. My username as you can tell is my favorite older fighter. 20 years ago I worked in home Healthcare as an oxygen driver. One of my patients was a WW2 fighter pilot and flew the P51. Thanks again. Your videos are very informative. Stay safe and thanks for your service.
Hard to switch outside of the respective "type" without going to the guard. We have a guard KC-135 guy here that started in TACP, then went to F-15's, and now flies the tanker.
Only the Navy & Marines fly F-18s, u noob! It depends on which model. If it's the ordinary Charlie Delta Hornets (F-18C/Ds), then it's the Navy or Marines (most likely just only the Marines, unless the Navy hasn't retired them yet), if it's the Super Hornets (F-18E/Fs), then it's exclusively in the Navy.
I've always wondered how some guys wind up in the more unusual aircraft like the SR-71 or U-2. Or the aircraft that the Air Force doesn't want to admit to. I've heard that the F-117 was flying for years before the public knew about it. And those exotic development programs must still have things in the hopper today which we'll learn about someday. But somebody is flying them now.
Hi Hasard, thanks for sharing this video and the dedication you show every single time in your YT channel. I want to ask you one question. What do you think about becoming a test pilot ? Is the selection process tough ? 🥂 Dino.
When my dad went to Vietnam in 66 as a fac,. He was current in five aircraft. O-1s, t-28's and a couple other fac birds and was still current in F-100's having been Tac eval in Europe... good thing cause his orders were changed in route and flew 100's with the 308th in RVN.
Hi Hasard! Ever since I came across the video "why has the F-35 received so much negative attention", I have become a huge fan of yours and find your videos extremely informative! I work in IT so some of your videos talking about next gen. aircraft development linked to Agile thinking, Machine Learning (AI) and Project Management makes me believe you're an amazing teacher! I know you take questions sometimes and make videos off of that, so two things that have always intrigued me are how the Chaffs work and what they actually look like to a naked eye, as well as how do towed decoys work. Would really love if you could make a video explaining different types of countermeasures and what they do. Nevertheless, I always look forward to your videos! Thank you!
Do aspiring military pilots have to fill-up something called a dream sheet, where they can write down what kind of assignment they want to have & where they want to be assigned to, as well as what choice of aircraft they want to fly after flight school? If anyone graduates on top of their class in pilot training, are they given a choice of whichever airframe they want to fly & wherever in the world they want to be assign to? After pilot school, do you have to go to a base where they do training for a particular aircraft before being given your desired operational assignment?
Do you ever switch between one F16 to another F16, or one F35 to another F35... and find that one plane behaves differently than another - even tho it’s the same airframe?
Different Blocks of F-16 are noticeably different to an experienced pilot due to different weights, engines, and digital versus analog flight controls. However a younger pilot probably wouldn’t notice too much.
@@RaymondTusk74 yeah I was curious because even one car to another, sometimes one rattles a bit more, has a nuanced squeak, or shimmy in the steering ... even tho they should be the same. Manufacturing differences on the line. But little differences to us could be big differences at these speeds and maneuvers.
@@SCWgreg Within the same block, no. Airplanes are maintained to very specific standards. That goes double for fighters and bombers. The tankers/cargo are a little more tolerant, but still, you won’t feel any difference. It’s the same for airliners.
Can you talk about what it takes to become a pilot. Im currently an avionics tech in the airforce and im actually becoming more interested in flying the more i work
Hi Hasard, could you please re-post a short video you made about operations 'armchair' planning and debriefing. It was very informative and inspirational and I cannot find it anywhere. Thanks.
I agree you dont hear to many pilots switch air frames. I had a f15 pilot go to the f16. Funny part was he was a big guy and had a hard time getting used to the squeeze of the f16 cockpit
I think the question maybe was do pilots fly the SAME jet day after day, or do they tail swap. And that answer is depends. If you are a Squadron, Group or Wing Commander then NO, anyone else YES. Squadron, Group and WIng CC's have jets with their name on it and unless it is down for maintenance they fly that tail, usually it is prettied up more than other jets.
Forgive this silly question from someone who never served but... Transitioning *out* of...*the Raptor*?! But...WHY? Isn't the Raptor the most capable jet in the sky? Maybe other factors are at play here (location, etc.)?
I remember as a kid watching a old WWII movie where a fighter pilot got shot down ( I think he flew a P-40 ) and rescued and taken to a bomber base well the big scene comes up where the U.S. is going to bomb the Japanese and their this fighter pilot is at the controls of a B-17 and the regular pilots are busting each other's chops about it. It was so cool to me I remember it all these years later although I can't remember the name of the movie I remember that scene
I know colorblind people can't normally become fighter pilots but are there any exceptions? Why are they not permitted to join the air force if they can't destinguish between some colors? I'm colorblind but I can still see the horizon and 99% of colors so I was wondering... I would be super thankful if you could answer my question:). I love your videos!
Feast or famine. My father was an AF pilot (40s-60s), I was an AF pilot (70s -80s) and listening to your talk I see not a damn thing has changed. I suspect it never will.
@00:16 No, I disagree… the short answer is NO 😂🤣 The longer answer which you made a video on is “it depends”. It’s a small detail but also not at the same time. Just being accurate.
Thanks Hazard love the videos, why isn't it common to see people that want fighters to switch from guard to active IOT avoid things like getting assigned heavies or FLIPPING? Thanks!
What is deference between jet pilot and space shuttle pilot what's are common or shuttle pilot capable fort the and jet pilot is capable for space shuttle ??? Flight in gravity or flight in 0 gravity how the defence ???
If you joined USAF and being selected as a fighter pilot.. so who's gona decide that which type of aircraft or Jet you going to trained on or fly ... F16, F15, F22 F35. Or they send to A10, or transport
What about the option of flying experimental aircraft for say the Skunkworks? I understand they are always looking for experienced fighter pilots after their tours are up.
Plz give your opinion on comparing the F16 to F35? Just sheer performance and agility!! Personally, the Viper is just a marvelous aircraft.. Also, what's your opinion on how many more years will the Viper be expected to stay in front line service.. Thank you sir..
As stated by Lt Col Ian 'Gladys' Knight: 'The F-16 is a small lightweight fighter; this meant we had great sustained high-speed turning performance and simple handling characteristics. Simply pull back on the stick and the aircraft will give you it's maximum performance. On the flip side we've always had to make do with limited fuel and payload, and sluggish slow-speed manoeuverability. The F-35 is a larger aircraft; it carries twice as much fuel and three times the payload. Consequently it loses energy a bit faster than the F-16 at higher speeds. But slow speed handling is amazing. We can continually point the nose at the adversary even at ridiculously low speeds, which is a great capability to have in combination with high off-boresight missiles and helmet mounted sight. You have to be careful at higher speeds because pulling back on the stick the aircraft will give you as much alpha as it can but it will bleed a lot of energy in the process. It's up to the pilot to recognise when to try and maintain speed and energy and when to give that away to prosecute with missiles and guns. I typically tell new pilots that the F-35 sits somewhere between the F-16 and F/A-18 when it comes to within visual range manoeuvring.'
Very interesting stuff. I have so many questions. Can the f22 dog fight? Can a f16 out turn a f22 and f35? I heard someone say the best reliable fighter we really have is the hornet. Is that true?
ive been concidering join the USAF Reserves but havent found a lot of info on it. what is it like being a pilot but only in the reserves? and how much time a week/ month on average would you say you spend with the airforce? and how much of that time is flying?
VTOL VR is one of my favorite games atm, and it's actually made me consider joining the Air Force because I really do enjoy how much I need to learn and adjust on top of the tense atmosphere it can sometimes provide alongside the fun, energetic atmosphere.
Good Afternoon Sir, I’m an AFROTC cadet aspiring to be an AF Fighter Pilot. I have an idea on what I have to do to get a pilot slot, but I would like to know on how to get a Fighter Pilot slot at the academy. I would really appreciate Sir if you could help me with this question. V/r,
Pilots who drop Bombers out of UPT are almost always tracked from T-38s. Exceptions are students who are married to pilots in the bomber community already. There are pilots who have transitioned into the bomber community from heavies. Not super uncommon in the B-2, but it typically requires some pretty pointed recommendations. There is a bit of a cultural shift going on, wherein StratComm is realizing that pilots experienced in CRM are perfectly viable bomber pilots, but not major changes have happened on the UPT side of things.
One of my high school classmates flew A-10s out of UPT the after his active duty commitment was up he became an airline pilot and got a contract with the AZ Nat. Guard flying F-16s and was a Instructor pilot in the Lawn Dart as he called it. I also have a friend that Was an F-15 pilot. He went to medical school became a Flight Surgeon to stay in the jet. During the 90s he was one of only 3 flying Flight Surgeons in the Air Force. There was a female Raptor pilot at Langley who I was told transitioned to the F-35.
You should get in touch with C.W. Lemoine, he's a retired F/A-18 pilot and also big in the air sim community.
@@captainhoratius8192 yeah I saw him asking about sim in one of his previous videos and thought I would mention mover!
@@captainhoratius8192 that would be awesome
And jello from the fighter pilot podcast
CW also flew the Viper and currently flies the T-38. So he's on his third airframe.
Thank you for your service. Lots of respect for you.
Hoodie
Dropping bombs on poor people is such an honourable career path.
@@cosmicwakes6443 They only drop bombs on people who threaten the security of our great nation. And those fighter pilots work tirelessly for you to live a good life. So the least you could do is have some respect.
@@cosmicwakes6443 do you have a brain?
@@notloc777-_-6 no he doesn’t
I loved my 4 years in the USAF . It's in my blood for life
@Bassel Hany wait idk if this is true for America but for Britain you have to stay for 12 years so he could be lying
@@Account64000 That is not the case in the U.S. Over the years, the commitment lengths have varied, and they vary between enlisted, officers and specialty.
I had a great career with being either MR or MC in the T-38, A-37, O-2, three models of the F-111, and finishing in the A-10! We need more people to change aircraft to exchange knowledge and not get stuck in one aircraft.
That’s a long line,thank you for your service
Glad you brought up the guard! Seems to be the best kept secret in the military if you want a fighter. I was picked up by a unit last year and am going through the process to get to UPT. Loving the content!
Question: What kind of training and supplies are you given in the event you have to eject? Are you able to break down or use anything off your seat once you land?
After ejection, I think the seat goes its way (after parachute opening sequence) and after landing You wont be able to find it anywhere near Your position.
There's a survival kit in the seat, including a new GAU-5A/A (break-down quick barrel change M-4 basically.) Not sure how extensively they've been distributed or what seats got that. There's survival gear on the vest as well.
Don't need anything because we will never go to war since we can't even afford to help Americans during a pandemic.. If we can't afford stimulus checks we defiantly can't afford to go to war..
@@jamesholt7340 War is more likely during unsure times of instability, especially when illegitimate powers holding office are controlled by enemies foreign and domestic.
@@LRRPFco52 which country has illegitimate powers in office?
I can imagine it must be tough on the guys who have to fly drones when they're able to fly the real thing. Although still massive respect. A fighter jet sized UAV is no less challenging I'm sure. Thanks for your videos and insight Hasard.
Love your videos, Hasard! You’re a real credit to the Air Force and our service men/women all over the world. Really enjoy your in-depth knowledge of the jets and what it takes to fly them. Keep up the great work! Btw, my son-in-law attended the USAFA back when you were there (2006-10) and said he remembered you as a real hardworking and decent classmate.
Heart doctor here , but jealous of your experiences. Thank you for serving.
Lots of respect for what you do
Dude, you have a LOT of importance. Don't be jealous at all, because you're doing something that is contributing immensely to the health of everyone, fighter pilots like him included!
My son is a Marine Corps O-1 in initial pilot training at NAS Pensacola. According to what he's heard, the majority of new Marine Corps pilots are currently being assigned to the V-22 Osprey.
Congrats, it's a great airframe with unmatched capability
Each aircraft and unit has a purpose: the military is one giant team
As a follow-up to my initial posting, my son did well in primary flight training and was assigned to a different aviation platform (not the V-22).
@@friendofenkidu3391 Interesting!
always makes me happy to see the notification from youtube that says "new video from Hasard Lee". love your content.
Great video! I have a question. When airforce pilot are flying (in-transit) from the US to a theatre of operations. Are the jets armed?
No. The aircraft are armed only for armed sorties (combat or training). When ferrying, they usually get additional underwing fuel pods. No one needs the weight or risk of flying with munitions if not needed. Also, the bombs and missiles are VERY expensive.
@@afcgeo882 thanks
Not sure why you popped up in my feed. But I worked with you at the 80th. Awesome to see you doing this, I will continue to watch and follow. WIG!!
Crush em!
I just found your channel and now have to wonder how many times did I look up from my pool and see Hazard flying over my house on final for runway 3 at Luke .. love the channel!
I'm prior Navy and got commissioned in 1977, so I'm sure things have changed.
After T-2/TA-4 training, I flew the RF-8 Crusader, one cruise, then the F-14A two cruises. Then went to shore duty as an Adversary at VF-126 at Miramar flying the A-4E/F and F-16N (with some flying the F-5E as well) simultaneously, so you may have a flight in the A-4 followed by a flight in the F-16N. Then to the reserves (while flying for Delta Air Lines out of Salt Lake City) flying the A-4 Superfox (a stripped down A-4M). Retired from the reserves in 1997 after 20. All of my time was at Miramar, after training. Very worthwhile!
Hey I talked to a F-15C pilot who flew KC-10s before he flew eagles at a air show once!
Man I miss that flight line. Working weekends and BSing with the maintainers was fun.
Nights, weekends, holidays... Whenever your sup calls, really.
I’ve been interested in becoming a fighter pilot but I seen that they only get 20 hrs of flight a month, what do pilots do on their own downtime?
Good stuff, Hasard. I'm curious: do fighter pilots ever request transfers to heavies or others due to neck problems or the like?
Thank you for your service. I always have loved aviation since I could breathe.
I LIVE near LUKE. You probably fly over my house everyday! Would love to meet you at LUKE DAYS next month!
Thanks for the great video Hasard, my son currently pilots the Viper and was recently selected to transition to the F-35 at the end of this year! Thanks for the great content.... keep it coming!
Very interesting video explaining all this stuff. I work as a water services contractor for the British military. So I see the lightnings and typhoons in the background occasionally which is cool. That's what it's like for us. And the water industry from my experience is bit like just work for another paycheck. Low expectations and enjoying the current situation as much as I can are key to me also
It would be interesting to see the cars the news pilots are flying. When I lived near Shaw we joked that you could pick the pilots by their land vehicles. F-16 pilots had little sporty cars and fast Japanese motorcycles. A-10 pilots had nice pickups and Harleys.
Awesome...what a life you've made...envy and respect! More respect than envy lmao...✌
Raptor what a dream. When i was young was the hornet . ( f35 too fancy).
Do you have any study methods for the steep learning curve of pilot school? Maybe a video idea🙂
I flew GA aircraft for 22 years : Cessnas, Pipers and Grummans. All flew between 115 and 135kts/hr. Those aircraft were plenty challenging enough for me! Fighter jets? Respect for those folks who fly them.....
Thourghly enjoy your videos. My username as you can tell is my favorite older fighter. 20 years ago I worked in home Healthcare as an oxygen driver. One of my patients was a WW2 fighter pilot and flew the P51. Thanks again. Your videos are very informative. Stay safe and thanks for your service.
Thanks Hasard. I always wondered about this and one more thing:
Is there friendly banter competition between fighter,bomber and heavy pilots?
Incredible people ,pilots.
What is your take about the F-135 engine problems that were recently revealed in the press ?
@Lotad-Is-Hungry ! ?
@Lotad-Is-Hungry ! the F 135 is a engine used in the F-35 I believe
My favorite aircraft will always be the f-15, f-22, A-10 and B-2 stealth bomber
Hard to switch outside of the respective "type" without going to the guard. We have a guard KC-135 guy here that started in TACP, then went to F-15's, and now flies the tanker.
Hasard, Can you speak about the F-18s in the airforce and the difference in them from the F-16?
Only the Navy & Marines fly F-18s, u noob! It depends on which model. If it's the ordinary Charlie Delta Hornets (F-18C/Ds), then it's the Navy or Marines (most likely just only the Marines, unless the Navy hasn't retired them yet), if it's the Super Hornets (F-18E/Fs), then it's exclusively in the Navy.
F18 is a Navy/marine aircraft "The ready room" and "C W Lemoine" are former F18 pilots if you have questions about that aircraft
I've always wondered how some guys wind up in the more unusual aircraft like the SR-71 or U-2. Or the aircraft that the Air Force doesn't want to admit to. I've heard that the F-117 was flying for years before the public knew about it. And those exotic development programs must still have things in the hopper today which we'll learn about someday. But somebody is flying them now.
I can see everything you are saying about learning a new aircraft.
I really appreciate you videos. Thank you
I've wondered that being a truck driver, OTR is mine, day cabs, do a good pre trip, and handle it, I would imagine it would be alot about experience
Hi Hasard, thanks for sharing this video and the dedication you show every single time in your YT channel.
I want to ask you one question.
What do you think about becoming a test pilot ? Is the selection process tough ?
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Dino.
... but crossing streams is so much fun! Me and my buddies do it atleast once a month.
When my dad went to Vietnam in 66 as a fac,. He was current in five aircraft. O-1s, t-28's and a couple other fac birds and was still current in F-100's having been Tac eval in Europe... good thing cause his orders were changed in route and flew 100's with the 308th in RVN.
Hi Hasard! Ever since I came across the video "why has the F-35 received so much negative attention", I have become a huge fan of yours and find your videos extremely informative! I work in IT so some of your videos talking about next gen. aircraft development linked to Agile thinking, Machine Learning (AI) and Project Management makes me believe you're an amazing teacher! I know you take questions sometimes and make videos off of that, so two things that have always intrigued me are how the Chaffs work and what they actually look like to a naked eye, as well as how do towed decoys work. Would really love if you could make a video explaining different types of countermeasures and what they do. Nevertheless, I always look forward to your videos! Thank you!
Do aspiring military pilots have to fill-up something called a dream sheet, where they can write down what kind of assignment they want to have & where they want to be assigned to, as well as what choice of aircraft they want to fly after flight school? If anyone graduates on top of their class in pilot training, are they given a choice of whichever airframe they want to fly & wherever in the world they want to be assign to? After pilot school, do you have to go to a base where they do training for a particular aircraft before being given your desired operational assignment?
Yes, you fill out what you want. Your ranking mixed with the needs of the AF are what assignment you get
Thanks for the info man. I wondered if pilots fly the exact same aircraft everyday.
Unlearning... That's an interesting concept. Thanks for sharing Hasard
Man, I don't mind your notifications popping up on my screen. I don't. Good stuff always
Speaking of the Guard,do they fly overseas combat missions,or are they homeland defense.
Same thing with the Air Force reserves.
Do you ever switch between one F16 to another F16, or one F35 to another F35... and find that one plane behaves differently than another - even tho it’s the same airframe?
Different Blocks of F-16 are noticeably different to an experienced pilot due to different weights, engines, and digital versus analog flight controls. However a younger pilot probably wouldn’t notice too much.
@@RaymondTusk74 yeah I was curious because even one car to another, sometimes one rattles a bit more, has a nuanced squeak, or shimmy in the steering ... even tho they should be the same. Manufacturing differences on the line. But little differences to us could be big differences at these speeds and maneuvers.
@@SCWgreg Within the same block, no. Airplanes are maintained to very specific standards. That goes double for fighters and bombers. The tankers/cargo are a little more tolerant, but still, you won’t feel any difference. It’s the same for airliners.
Oh, I thought like say a specific model within the fleet, I would still imagine the same 2 aircraft had their own personal intricacies IDK
Can you talk about what it takes to become a pilot. Im currently an avionics tech in the airforce and im actually becoming more interested in flying the more i work
He's made a video on the requirements
Hi Hasard, could you please re-post a short video you made about operations 'armchair' planning and debriefing. It was very informative and inspirational and I cannot find it anywhere. Thanks.
Hey I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for putting all this information out there.
I agree you dont hear to many pilots switch air frames. I had a f15 pilot go to the f16. Funny part was he was a big guy and had a hard time getting used to the squeeze of the f16 cockpit
Great video Hasard, thanks for sharing. Same question we have in airlines, switch planes? well depends.
Hope you get to ride a T-7A. I can see why they are being pushed now.
I think the question maybe was do pilots fly the SAME jet day after day, or do they tail swap. And that answer is depends. If you are a Squadron, Group or Wing Commander then NO, anyone else YES. Squadron, Group and WIng CC's have jets with their name on it and unless it is down for maintenance they fly that tail, usually it is prettied up more than other jets.
Interesting about the 0-6 + sr officer training. Didn’t know, makes sense.
You can volunteer for the u-2.
Thank you for the information and your service.
Awesome pilot much respect subbed right away
Hello from France 🇨🇵
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Forgive this silly question from someone who never served but...
Transitioning *out* of...*the Raptor*?!
But...WHY? Isn't the Raptor the most capable jet in the sky?
Maybe other factors are at play here (location, etc.)?
I remember as a kid watching a old WWII movie where a fighter pilot got shot down ( I think he flew a P-40 ) and rescued and taken to a bomber base well the big scene comes up where the U.S. is going to bomb the Japanese and their this fighter pilot is at the controls of a B-17 and the regular pilots are busting each other's chops about it. It was so cool to me I remember it all these years later although I can't remember the name of the movie I remember that scene
I know colorblind people can't normally become fighter pilots but are there any exceptions? Why are they not permitted to join the air force if they can't destinguish between some colors? I'm colorblind but I can still see the horizon and 99% of colors so I was wondering... I would be super thankful if you could answer my question:). I love your videos!
Feast or famine. My father was an AF pilot (40s-60s), I was an AF pilot (70s -80s) and listening to your talk I see not a damn thing has changed. I suspect it never will.
Once you have done 10 years can you do more ?
Yup
Boeing has created a new trainer called the T-7A red hawk which is the USAF’s new trainer.
I think everyone knows why times will get tough....
@00:16 No, I disagree… the short answer is NO 😂🤣
The longer answer which you made a video on is “it depends”. It’s a small detail but also not at the same time. Just being accurate.
Airforce pilots are humble and professional
Thanks Hazard love the videos, why isn't it common to see people that want fighters to switch from guard to active IOT avoid things like getting assigned heavies or FLIPPING? Thanks!
If they're a guard fighter pilot, they've already made it. Guard to Active rarely happens
That intro is fyre ✈ 🛩 🔥
What is deference between jet pilot and space shuttle pilot what's are common or shuttle pilot capable fort the and jet pilot is capable for space shuttle ??? Flight in gravity or flight in 0 gravity how the defence ???
But what about moving jets within the same kind? or is X S/N jet your jet only?
TP stalls get pretty wild 🏴☠️
Be honest Hazard...you ever watch the videos of The Jedi Transition?
U should make a video with CW lemoine he was an F/A-18 pilot and it would be really cool to see u and him in a video together
My question is, is it allowed to listen music with ,,in ear headphones" or a ,,Bluetooth speaker" while you flying "slowly" or "relaxed" in your jet?
HARSARD-OUS material never looked so eye appealing. Handle with care. 😉
Nice video. How common is it to be dual rated? I assume if you went back to the F16 there would be some type of check ride?
Hi from Greece ( mirage 2000, rafale, f16)
I've been loving your videos
Thank you sir for your information...👍👍
If you joined USAF and being selected as a fighter pilot.. so who's gona decide that which type of aircraft or Jet you going to trained on or fly ... F16, F15, F22 F35.
Or they send to A10, or transport
Interesting. Is it true the F-16 is going back into production?
That the brick mania f35 in the background or some kinda model f35?
What about the option of flying experimental aircraft for say the Skunkworks? I understand they are always looking for experienced fighter pilots after their tours are up.
The major contractors all have their own test pilots. Usually they were test pilots in the military first
Plz give your opinion on comparing the F16 to F35? Just sheer performance and agility!!
Personally, the Viper is just a marvelous aircraft..
Also, what's your opinion on how many more years will the Viper be expected to stay in front line service..
Thank you sir..
As stated by Lt Col Ian 'Gladys' Knight: 'The F-16 is a small lightweight fighter; this meant we had great sustained high-speed turning performance and simple handling characteristics. Simply pull back on the stick and the aircraft will give you it's maximum performance. On the flip side we've always had to make do with limited fuel and payload, and sluggish slow-speed manoeuverability. The F-35 is a larger aircraft; it carries twice as much fuel and three times the payload. Consequently it loses energy a bit faster than the F-16 at higher speeds. But slow speed handling is amazing. We can continually point the nose at the adversary even at ridiculously low speeds, which is a great capability to have in combination with high off-boresight missiles and helmet mounted sight. You have to be careful at higher speeds because pulling back on the stick the aircraft will give you as much alpha as it can but it will bleed a lot of energy in the process. It's up to the pilot to recognise when to try and maintain speed and energy and when to give that away to prosecute with missiles and guns. I typically tell new pilots that the F-35 sits somewhere between the F-16 and F/A-18 when it comes to within visual range manoeuvring.'
Very interesting stuff. I have so many questions. Can the f22 dog fight? Can a f16 out turn a f22 and f35? I heard someone say the best reliable fighter we really have is the hornet. Is that true?
The f22 is a very good dogfighting jet but would probably shoot the enemy before that.
ive been concidering join the USAF Reserves but havent found a lot of info on it. what is it like being a pilot but only in the reserves? and how much time a week/ month on average would you say you spend with the airforce? and how much of that time is flying?
Are bombers considered heavys?
I've been flying dcs for a year now and it makes me happy to hear that it takes a year, or a year in a half to get use to it in real life. Haha.
VTOL VR is one of my favorite games atm, and it's actually made me consider joining the Air Force because I really do enjoy how much I need to learn and adjust on top of the tense atmosphere it can sometimes provide alongside the fun, energetic atmosphere.
Hasard why did you switch from the f16 to the f35? Was it because you wanted a change or because you wanted the newest technology? Why?
As a fighter pilot can you also fly a regulare jumbo yet?
What about heli pilots? Can they switch to fighters?
Yes they could but that’d be an uphill battle
Love your channel. Went to School with Bear.
nice, good dude
Good Afternoon Sir,
I’m an AFROTC cadet aspiring to be an AF Fighter Pilot. I have an idea on what I have to do to get a pilot slot, but I would like to know on how to get a Fighter Pilot slot at the academy. I would really appreciate Sir if you could help me with this question.
V/r,
What class are bombers in, are they classified as heavy?
good question!
Pilots who drop Bombers out of UPT are almost always tracked from T-38s. Exceptions are students who are married to pilots in the bomber community already. There are pilots who have transitioned into the bomber community from heavies. Not super uncommon in the B-2, but it typically requires some pretty pointed recommendations. There is a bit of a cultural shift going on, wherein StratComm is realizing that pilots experienced in CRM are perfectly viable bomber pilots, but not major changes have happened on the UPT side of things.