10 years flying an F16 and only 1000 hours in it?? Your ego is certainly bigger than your experience level. You should be checking pressurization well before FL180. A recurrent sounds in order. Call outs, procedural methods and communication are certainly neophyte level but you will get there Gregory. 😎
I’ll try harder. 👌😉 Average F-16 flight time is less than an hour. But I suspect you know that. Thanks for the input of the highly edited video. What you see on tape isn’t always the full story. Tell me, how many hours do you have in military fighters?
This just sounds like a comment by someone who has only ‘flown’ microsoft flight simulator with like 50h on a C152 😂 Usually people who take jabs at others in this manner have real self-esteem issues. Certainly not a qualified aviator sharing constructive criticism with the aim of improving safety and/or efficiency.
Based on similar comments from them on other videos, I’d either call nothing better to do or jealousy around what you’ve achieved in life Greg. We all expect the videos to be edited not only for content but always battery life of your cameras ,but they’re always insightful and entertaining . Keep doing what your doing Greg and know the vast majority of us appreciate you sharing the journeys with us.
@djderk That (empty channel) is almost invariably the case. Not only are the haters usually ignorant about aviation, they are ignorant about how much work it takes to create a good video. It's one of the reasons I stopped posting my flights.
Wishing all of my friends a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and my most sincere wishes for a wonderful 2021! Thank you for your kind and generous support of my channel! Sincerely- Greg
The tailhook was used for emergencies, and to help secure the aircraft when doing engine maintenance run ups. Another thing with the F16 is that people say that it has an afterburner. Well the F16 does not have afterburner it has an augmentative. Similar to an afterburner.
Nice try, Chuck, but I hold a masters degree in "Theysayology" from Facebook University. And I read somewhere on the internet that F-16's do NOT have tail hooks. I also know a guy whose best friend's third cousin lives seven houses down from a guy who holds a student pilot rating and has logged almost forty hours in the last seven years...... So, I'll just go with someone who is in the know.
@@beachbum1523 - Seems right, lol. Why we have "fact checkers" making baseless reports to the FAA and why the FAA listens to them or even accepts a report is beyond me.
Thanks for the latest video, you're living a life a lot of us aspire to but very few will achieve. You're obviously a very successful and busy businessman so I really do appreciate the extra hours you put in to provide us with a quality production, it really shows your passion and genuine enthusiasm for flying. Have a great Christmas.
Totally echo these comments too. The amount of effort Greg puts into post production with respect to editing, sound (ATC & music) is so professional and, I believe, is representative of the type of person Greg is. Thank you and I look forward to your future videos.
Ditto. His videos make me feel like I'm right there. It's an amazing feeling. Fun fact? He's quite possibly the coolest dude in the known universe, but to his family he's just dad. Yawn. Shrug. Funny how that works! : )
It's quite evident and crystal clear Greg has zero ego and more experience than most have therefore, those calling him out have to be 100% sure they know their subject before commenting. Greg, ignore these idiots, keep posting your content because for the level headed amongst us, we enjoy your content. Keep up the great work please.
One would think that if you flew the plane for 10 years you'd know everything about said plane. Apparently, the fact checkers all think they are, when they aren't, F-16 pilots.
I am an ATP, but not Jet-Qualified. I just love “flying” the Premier with you. What a joy it must be to have such an opportunity- you make it look easy, and I admire your professionalism on every flight. Please don’t stop inviting us to accompany you.
Going on vacation and riding in the back of a business jet with Dad driving sure was faster than the Old Pontiac we rode 800 miles to see family when I was a kid. On the other hand, it bet it’s hard to pull over and get a BBQ sandwich and an ice tea or to play “I see a” or the Alphabet game, or any of the other games Mom played with us. She did her damnedest to entertain us for 16 hours and keep Pops from stuffing one of us in the Trunk. I bet he’d have loved a pair of those headphones. But as we celebrate Christmas this year, I fondly remember those trips and I miss the Old Folks with all my heart. That they put up with us brats is amazing to me now. It really must have been love. I can’t think of any other rational reason they did it every year.
I love how your videos are so relaxed, like I'm sitting there right with you. That approach was absolutely spectacular and I love how you don't always talk, and leave us with those amazing views. Please keep doing what you're doing, I for one really appreciate all the time and effort that goes into making these. Take care.
I'm with ya,...any time I get in another's plane, it that right seat is open I try get dibs on it. Best seat in the house, other than the left of course. I actually got right seat time in a B-17 once!
The family is not evidently into the aspects of flying. They just enjoy visiting while Greg is doing the work. They are true passengers......He is alone flying the jet. No help from the peanut gallery.
Man what a beautiful video. well edited and put together. People wont have any idea how difficult doing this video was or the amount of effort it required. Bravo sir.
For anyone who enjoys the whole subject of flight, these videos are perfect. They basically have everything. In depth, on every aspect of flying the pane, from navigation, FMC use, and ATC and on top of that, the multiple camera views of the most important part, the view out of the window! When you add in, the well delivered commentary from a friendly and humble guy, that has made a success of his life, what is not to like? This stuff takes you away to the life you wish you had, for a brief period, and don't we all need that about now? Thanks Greg for taking the time to publish these videos. Much success in the future.
As a GA private pilot, I’m just a VFR guy, I really enjoy your commentary on IFR operations, you are inspiring! Then I think about it and reality hits $$$...LOL
Dude, I am sorry about the individuals who want to criticize, but as a “wanna be pilot” thank you for your videos. I am a retired from injury firefighter-medic/nursing student who has always wanted to fly & has lived vicariously through your videos. I may never get to grace the sky’s myself, but I appreciate the detail of your videos with regard to what a GA pilot encounters. Thanks again brother! Chad
I would like to take this time, and space, to wish each and everyone we know a Merry Christmas, and a much anticipated and welcome New Year. While this past year has been shall we say, a little different? Scary? Emotionally trying? It has also been a year to find new ways of doing the every day things and again, we wish you a Merry Christmas, and a very Happy New Year. Jean and JR
When you mentioned the pressurization factor, I remembered Payne Stewart. Hard to believe still. Great video Greg! Merry Christmas!! and a happy New Year.
I watch a LOT of aviation videos on YT and recognize a well produced video when I see one. Your raw footage is top quality. I'm sure it makes editing a LOT easier! From sound, to angles to continuity. Always a good job Greg. Appreciated every time
OK, besides being a funny comment, it's also true. The core channel viewers ARE indeed his extended family, worry with him in tough weather, angry at people he is angry at, happy when he is happy after a nicely performed flight.
Skied Aspen once and watched planes land all day. Once upon a time, a SAFE landing at Aspen was my top flying goal! Looks much worse from the ground. Thanks for the ride!
I worked on the F-16 for 12 years in the Air Force. I was one of the dudes that stopped fuel leaks and made sure all the fuel systems worked as they should. I also worked on the EPU system as well. Yes, they do have tail hooks! Love your videos!
Really appreciate you letting me tag along. I live in southeast Alaska and I can venture to all those cool areas. Thank you for taking the time to share
Your passenger/s seemed to have taken the flight for granted. Well I did not!. I thoroughly enjoyed the flight and took in the awesome views that you filmed. :) Thank you! Greetz from Australia. Mick.
Happy Holidays Greg and to your family as well. If you ever come to YYC beers are on me. (And possibly a tour of a major airline OCC if the COVID layoffs are done when you come)
Damn. Truly an inspiration not only in flying, but family and business. Thanks for your service and one day I hope I can have the chance to fly something like this. Currently working on ppl with a C-172. You’re a boss bother!
When I edited the video, I was surprised how there was nonstop chatter in the back. I don’t think they stop talking the entire flight. And yes completely clueless as to what was going on upfront. Now maybe you see why I prefer them all in the back.😂😂
Hi Greg, Greetings from Scotland. Another interesting and educational video. Thanks for taking the time to post these. My best wishes to you and your family for a safe and healthy Christmas. Here’s hoping for a much improved 2021. All the best.....
I wonder if they felt the F-16 did not have a tailhook because none of them have a carrier landing capability. Thank you for your service by the way. My father served twice once in WWII as a ball turret gunner in a B-17 flying over Germany the Next time was a flight surgeon and was in the back seat regularly. His favorite ride was the F-4 Phantom. We moved bases right before they replace the F-4's with F-16's Holy cow 15:30 +/- into the video ATC is busy!! Is it always that busy? I could not keep up with that!! This gives me second thoughts about going after my PPL
WOW! You sir know how to live! I’ve always been in love with airplanes, and was fortunate to spend many hours, days and weeks flying with my father in a Piper Comanche. There’s nothing better. Unfortunately, I was blessed with a couple medical issues that kept the yoke out of my hands, but my love for aviation is still strong. Let’s face it, the airplane is simply the sexiest invention to have ever evolved by mankind. Thank you for taking the time, and sharing your videos. Good stuff, and great quality. Although I’m ridiculously jealous, I’m also happy to see what the American dream can produce. Thanks again!!
@@gregmink No, Thank You Greg. This is the closest most of us will get to riding the right seat. You do what you do because you have a life and a passion. Fact checkers and complainers do it because they have nothing better to do. Reminds me of what I used to say to a few of my employees: If you can find time to bitch on and about the job, you most probably don't have enough work... Thank you again and Seasosn Best!
Lol, “if you’re not flying a big jet they park you in the cheap seats.” Greg, if they’re parking you in the cheap seats, where would they park me with my Malibu??? 🤣🤣🤣
@Rob Basque Snopes is pretty reliable as they cite sources, but that really doesn't have anything to do with the morons telling Greg he's wrong about a plane he flew for a decade.
Thanks so much from Palm Beach FL YOUR THE MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! love your flights My wife chuckles when she sees me dreaming about flying with you!!!! Firefighter paramedic 19 years when im done I want to fly
I just fell out of my chair laughing, when you referenced the "real" need for wearing the headset...Your passengers were already annoying me 5 seconds into your taxi to departure...LOL HA HAHA.... Happy New Year !!!
@@gregrussell6081 I worked in airfield management at Cannon AFB when they had 5 squadrons of F-16s there. Watched several take the arresting cable for various reasons. Always had them up at each rwy end. had rubber donuts to hold them off the ground so the hook would catch. You could just drive right over them though.
Not everyone thinks like that. To some, that jet is just an inconvenience, hindering them from 'just being' where they want to go... :( Though I'm sure it IS more comfortable back there... ;)
@@joesteven8601 same story here with my kids. I really don't know what gets people interested in aviation and what makes them bored of it, but I suspect too easy access to it can take away the glory and the feeling of being priviledged, I don't know. This will probably remain one of life's great misteries. In any case, I know that I am bored of stuff that others find exiting, so it goes both ways :)
I'm not sure how I landed on your videos(no pun intended), but I'm sure glad I did! I very much enjoy them! There's actually something "clean" in this world to watch! Please keep them coming! 🙂😉
I liked the way you skimmed that ridge, dove down and flared to grease the landing (nice mountain flying, Greg. And in a jet no less!!! wow, impressive. All those previous carrier landings you have done came in handy for this one I guess.). ....neat stuff
...And Aspen Tower used to turn off the ILS unless an Aspen Airways Convair was on approach. Ask how much fun a near-minimum winter approach is when following a scheduled arrival in a Baron only to have the guidance go dark when 5 miles out on final!
At least this one of your audiences to day was Larry Robinson, a 1500+ hour Idaho backcountry pilot, that watches these sorts of videos as an experience in something I'll never get to fly. Largest iron I every flew was a C206. Great flight.
10 years flying an F16 and only 1000 hours in it?? Your ego is certainly bigger than your experience level. You should be checking pressurization well before FL180. A recurrent sounds in order. Call outs, procedural methods and communication are certainly neophyte level but you will get there Gregory. 😎
I’ll try harder. 👌😉 Average F-16 flight time is less than an hour. But I suspect you know that. Thanks for the input of the highly edited video. What you see on tape isn’t always the full story. Tell me, how many hours do you have in military fighters?
This just sounds like a comment by someone who has only ‘flown’ microsoft flight simulator with like 50h on a C152 😂 Usually people who take jabs at others in this manner have real self-esteem issues. Certainly not a qualified aviator sharing constructive criticism with the aim of improving safety and/or efficiency.
Based on similar comments from them on other videos, I’d either call nothing better to do or jealousy around what you’ve achieved in life Greg. We all expect the videos to be edited not only for content but always battery life of your cameras ,but they’re always insightful and entertaining .
Keep doing what your doing Greg and know the vast majority of us appreciate you sharing the journeys with us.
@@LinkinLoris Amen brother! Probably has like 10 hours on FSX lol thinks he's a pro pilot now
@djderk That (empty channel) is almost invariably the case. Not only are the haters usually ignorant about aviation, they are ignorant about how much work it takes to create a good video. It's one of the reasons I stopped posting my flights.
Wishing all of my friends a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and my most sincere wishes for a wonderful 2021! Thank you for your kind and generous support of my channel! Sincerely- Greg
Thanks Dude.
You're the best!
Merry Christmas, Greg.
Merry Christmas to you and your family Greg!
..and a Very Merry Christmas to You and your Family..as well..keep up the good work..as always..
Being an old Air Force Tactical Aircraft Mechanic the F16 starting from the A model to present has a Tailhook.
100% correct ! It was on those planes for a reason.
The tailhook was used for emergencies, and to help secure the aircraft when doing engine maintenance run ups. Another thing with the F16 is that people say that it has an afterburner. Well the F16 does not have afterburner it has an augmentative. Similar to an afterburner.
Oldest I've worked was the 25, definitely prefer the 40 and 50. Pulling LEF's on a 25 was unnecessarily stupid.
Nice try, Chuck, but I hold a masters degree in "Theysayology" from Facebook University. And I read somewhere on the internet that F-16's do NOT have tail hooks. I also know a guy whose best friend's third cousin lives seven houses down from a guy who holds a student pilot rating and has logged almost forty hours in the last seven years...... So, I'll just go with someone who is in the know.
@@beachbum1523 - Seems right, lol. Why we have "fact checkers" making baseless reports to the FAA and why the FAA listens to them or even accepts a report is beyond me.
Thanks for the latest video, you're living a life a lot of us aspire to but very few will achieve. You're obviously a very successful and busy businessman so I really do appreciate the extra hours you put in to provide us with a quality production, it really shows your passion and genuine enthusiasm for flying. Have a great Christmas.
Yeah, he's got to be the coolest guy I know. His achievements are only rivalled by his humility and generosity in bringing us along. I'm grateful too.
Totally echo these comments too. The amount of effort Greg puts into post production with respect to editing, sound (ATC & music) is so professional and, I believe, is representative of the type of person Greg is. Thank you and I look forward to your future videos.
Ditto. His videos make me feel like I'm right there. It's an amazing feeling. Fun fact? He's quite possibly the coolest dude in the known universe, but to his family he's just dad. Yawn. Shrug. Funny how that works! : )
@@timothypdevine Quote "my family doesn't watch these videos" ha ha..
It's quite evident and crystal clear Greg has zero ego and more experience than most have therefore, those calling him out have to be 100% sure they know their subject before commenting. Greg, ignore these idiots, keep posting your content because for the level headed amongst us, we enjoy your content. Keep up the great work please.
Thank you for your service and yes, they have a tail hook!
I like the timelapse with ATC communications.
Ditto that!
yes much better than just music. a great idea
I was in Aspen twice this last week and I saw N390GM in Naples about three weeks ago. One day I will catch you out there and say hi in person
Ive been into ASE 6 or 7 times this week. Never gets old
Wow, who do you work for? I fly a Phenom 300 for Flexjet
Nice, thats a slick airplane. I fly cr7 for SkyWest.
@@doncarnage3539 He owns it. :)
“I’ve been flying an F-16 for 10 years. Every time I’ve flown one, the had a tail-hook.” Classic touché.
One would think that if you flew the plane for 10 years you'd know everything about said plane. Apparently, the fact checkers all think they are, when they aren't, F-16 pilots.
"A $100 hamburger is when you fly your airplane to go get a $5 hamburger" I was not expecting that joke, love it! XD
Done that Hamburger a few times. Go to Melvin's near Elizabethtown, NC. Courtesy car, maybe. Fantastic 'Carolina Burger.'
I am an ATP, but not Jet-Qualified. I just love “flying” the Premier with you. What a joy it must be to have such an opportunity- you make it look easy, and I admire your professionalism on every flight. Please don’t stop inviting us to accompany you.
"A $100 Hamburger is when you fly your airplane to get a $5 Hamburger" - yes. almost.
Wouldn't it be more like a $1000 hamburger in a jet?
@@robertvertacnik9989 I agree, but that's what he said :D - corrected myself - airplane, not jet. ;)
@@robertvertacnik9989 ASSUMING YOU HAD NO OTHER BUSINESS OTHER THAN LUNCH YES..
Yeah, the Cessna 182, PGD to EWY and back plus rental car, and a trip to Sloppy Joe's. = $400.00
I don’t care for $5 burgers, my trips run $112.50
Going on vacation and riding in the back of a business jet with Dad driving sure was faster than the Old Pontiac we rode 800 miles to see family when I was a kid. On the other hand, it bet it’s hard to pull over and get a BBQ sandwich and an ice tea or to play “I see a” or the Alphabet game, or any of the other games Mom played with us. She did her damnedest to entertain us for 16 hours and keep Pops from stuffing one of us in the Trunk. I bet he’d have loved a pair of those headphones. But as we celebrate Christmas this year, I fondly remember those trips and I miss the Old Folks with all my heart. That they put up with us brats is amazing to me now. It really must have been love. I can’t think of any other rational reason they did it every year.
This guy parks his plane like I park my car and just walks away and arms the alarm, Chirp Chirp! Nice video and cam views. Thumbs up!
I love how your videos are so relaxed, like I'm sitting there right with you. That approach was absolutely spectacular and I love how you don't always talk, and leave us with those amazing views. Please keep doing what you're doing, I for one really appreciate all the time and effort that goes into making these. Take care.
I couldn’t stand riding in the back. . . Especially if that right seat is open.
I could.
I love riding back seat.
Any time to be in a plane and not have to be awake and doing stuff.
I'm with ya,...any time I get in another's plane, it that right seat is open I try get dibs on it. Best seat in the house, other than the left of course. I actually got right seat time in a B-17 once!
@@MacNmey I'm w ya on the "back seat" thing
And the parrots need to stfu
The family is not evidently into the aspects of flying. They just enjoy visiting while Greg is doing the work. They are true passengers......He is alone flying the jet. No help from the peanut gallery.
Man what a beautiful video. well edited and put together. People wont have any idea how difficult doing this video was or the amount of effort it required. Bravo sir.
Greg, thanks so much for highlighting the opposing traffic at 31:42. It shows how hard it is to spot and also how darn fast things are going up there!
"Terrain Terrain! Terrain Terrain!"
[looks around]
Yes. Pretty, isn't it.
Yep, it sure was. Nice to see it and that I had plenty of clearance.
@@gregmink Aspen is one of the worst airports to go in and out of. Smooth job.
Love the "all kinds of bells and whistle "... thats one crowded cockpit with one pilot..great job
For anyone who enjoys the whole subject of flight, these videos are perfect. They basically have everything. In depth, on every aspect of flying the pane, from navigation, FMC use, and ATC and on top of that, the multiple camera views of the most important part, the view out of the window! When you add in, the well delivered commentary from a friendly and humble guy, that has made a success of his life, what is not to like? This stuff takes you away to the life you wish you had, for a brief period, and don't we all need that about now? Thanks Greg for taking the time to publish these videos. Much success in the future.
I worked mx on F16s for 7 years - 1 being in Afghanistan. I can assure you - there is a tail hook for anyone who doesn’t believe you.
As a GA private pilot, I’m just a VFR guy, I really enjoy your commentary on IFR operations, you are inspiring! Then I think about it and reality hits $$$...LOL
I'm planning on getting MS Flight Sim which now offers ATC and IFR. My goal is to learn that.
parking is more stressful than the damn approach! ahh i love Aspen flying!
Mile high city....density altitude.....slippery runways.....Hmmmm.
Dude, I am sorry about the individuals who want to criticize, but as a “wanna be pilot” thank you for your videos. I am a retired from injury firefighter-medic/nursing student who has always wanted to fly & has lived vicariously through your videos. I may never get to grace the sky’s myself, but I appreciate the detail of your videos with regard to what a GA pilot encounters.
Thanks again brother!
Chad
The approach to Aspen is wild and the airport was hard to spot. Nice job by a pro pilot 👍👍
Merry Christmas Greg! I hope you and your family have a Happy Holiday!
I would like to take this time, and space, to wish each and everyone we know a Merry Christmas, and a much anticipated and welcome New Year. While this past year has been shall we say, a little different? Scary? Emotionally trying? It has also been a year to find new ways of doing the every day things and again, we wish you a Merry Christmas, and a very Happy New Year. Jean and JR
Merry Christmas!!!
When you mentioned the pressurization factor, I remembered Payne Stewart. Hard to believe still. Great video Greg! Merry Christmas!! and a happy New Year.
Exactly what I was thinking Payne Stewart
Thank you for all the effort you make to share with us.
My pleasure!
I watch a LOT of aviation videos on YT and recognize a well produced video when I see one. Your raw footage is top quality. I'm sure it makes editing a LOT easier! From sound, to angles to continuity. Always a good job Greg. Appreciated every time
I’ll take the “cheap seats” in Aspen any day!
Thanks for all the videos by the way (from Scotland) 🤗
"My family never watches my videos". Greg, that's not true! Don't forget about your internet family! 😀
OK, besides being a funny comment, it's also true. The core channel viewers ARE indeed his extended family, worry with him in tough weather, angry at people he is angry at, happy when he is happy after a nicely performed flight.
Well said!
Great comment! :)
🤣🤣🤣🤣
ha....so sweet......
Skied Aspen once and watched planes land all day. Once upon a time, a SAFE landing at Aspen was my top flying goal! Looks much worse from the ground. Thanks for the ride!
I really Enjoy the videos, a lot to pay attention to. I fly vicariously through your videos :) safe travels!
I appreciate the way you handled the “fact checkers”. I could tell you were annoyed by being challenged, you handled it well!!!
People are trolling Premier? Dang!
"fact checkers" = "moderators" hahahaha
I don’t think people understand how much 1000 hours is in an F-16. Thats a legend right there...
100 hours a year would be light in general aviation.
@@linanicolia1363 Can you pull 9 G's or achieve Mach 2 in general aviation? There's no comparison.
@@linanicolia1363 F-16 flights average around one hour
You are such a cool pilot and handled the chatter in the back perfectly. That Airforce training sure shows,
Dave, private pilot in Australia
I worked on the F-16 for 12 years in the Air Force. I was one of the dudes that stopped fuel leaks and made sure all the fuel systems worked as they should. I also worked on the EPU system as well. Yes, they do have tail hooks! Love your videos!
Really appreciate you letting me tag along. I live in southeast Alaska and I can venture to all those cool areas. Thank you for taking the time to share
That was an interesting approach! Love all the callouts for the universities!! Boilerup!!!
There are so many "know it all's" on this site, I am glad you set them straight. Love your channel!
So glad to see this guy's channel grow.
Roger on the Tailhook / those funny fact checkers / 🙂 / Awesome terrain to land in../ Thanks again/ Enjoying these flights..
Your passenger/s seemed to have taken the flight for granted. Well I did not!. I thoroughly enjoyed the flight and took in the awesome views that you filmed. :)
Thank you!
Greetz from Australia.
Mick.
Happy Holidays Greg and to your family as well. If you ever come to YYC beers are on me. (And possibly a tour of a major airline OCC if the COVID layoffs are done when you come)
Gotta love Toronto!
...as the Pro flies..just luving that stunning new paint job ..and new interior ...
Damn. Truly an inspiration not only in flying, but family and business. Thanks for your service and one day I hope I can have the chance to fly something like this. Currently working on ppl with a C-172. You’re a boss bother!
I have never been west of the Mississippi but these jet video's will get me there and then some. Tks.
Busy Comm.s... Beautiful above the clouds! Thanks for Posting this! Cheers.
Love the camera shots and the ground below! Wish I could fly everyday !!!
Before you mentioned why you wear headsets, I was thinking to myself "wow they are chatty!". Lol, Beautiful family, Merry Christmas!
probably discussing an extermely interesting yoga class,, while only boring "pull up, pull up" sounds can be heard from the cockpit :D
When I edited the video, I was surprised how there was nonstop chatter in the back. I don’t think they stop talking the entire flight. And yes completely clueless as to what was going on upfront. Now maybe you see why I prefer them all in the back.😂😂
@@gregmink yeah that was a wicked approach. The whole time I was like "keep it down back there!"
@@gregmink I can hear them in the back going, "Hey, Dad are we there yet?" or "Dad, she's touching me!!!!" lol
@@gregmink I'm a nervous flyer anyway but if I was in front when the alarms went off idk what I would have done.
Hi Greg, Greetings from Scotland. Another interesting and educational video. Thanks for taking the time to post these.
My best wishes to you and your family for a safe and healthy Christmas.
Here’s hoping for a much improved 2021.
All the best.....
I wonder if they felt the F-16 did not have a tailhook because none of them have a carrier landing capability. Thank you for your service by the way. My father served twice once in WWII as a ball turret gunner in a B-17 flying over Germany the Next time was a flight surgeon and was in the back seat regularly. His favorite ride was the F-4 Phantom. We moved bases right before they replace the F-4's with F-16's
Holy cow 15:30 +/- into the video ATC is busy!! Is it always that busy? I could not keep up with that!! This gives me second thoughts about going after my PPL
Good job captain. thanks for taking us along 👍
Merry Christmas Eve Greg!
Love your channel Greg. Marry Christmas and a happy healthy New a Year to your family and your UA-cam family.
I can’t imagine doing an approach in IMC conditions. No room for error with all those mountains.
as Chris said, hopefully you have all of your T's crossed and I's dotted when you hear terrain, terrain..
That's what synthetic vision and FLIR are for.
I just went thru a bad case of COVID and your videos gave me some great relief. Appreciate ya sharing.
WOW! You sir know how to live! I’ve always been in love with airplanes, and was fortunate to spend many hours, days and weeks flying with my father in a Piper Comanche. There’s nothing better. Unfortunately, I was blessed with a couple medical issues that kept the yoke out of my hands, but my love for aviation is still strong. Let’s face it, the airplane is simply the sexiest invention to have ever evolved by mankind.
Thank you for taking the time, and sharing your videos. Good stuff, and great quality.
Although I’m ridiculously jealous, I’m also happy to see what the American dream can produce.
Thanks again!!
Thanks, I needed a quicker trip to Aspen for the evening!
Absolutely loved the timelapse with the ATC! Reminds me of the production on the Pilotseye videos.
2:23 haha "several fact checkers" love that Greg is always so professional and polite ! Merry Christmas Greg to you and your family !
Thank you and same to you!
@@gregmink No, Thank You Greg. This is the closest most of us will get to riding the right seat. You do what you do because you have a life and a passion. Fact checkers and complainers do it because they have nothing better to do. Reminds me of what I used to say to a few of my employees: If you can find time to bitch on and about the job, you most probably don't have enough work... Thank you again and Seasosn Best!
Typical, family never appreciates the efforts of one 🙄! Great video! Thanks for sharing 👍
I love watching ur videos they bring happiness to my day soaring in the clouds with u ❤
Lol, “if you’re not flying a big jet they park you in the cheap seats.” Greg, if they’re parking you in the cheap seats, where would they park me with my Malibu??? 🤣🤣🤣
I’ve gotten grass parking in my 182RG at a few football games. You know you’re somebody if you get to stay on the tarmac.
Or my Cherokee
Or me with the DA40 hahahahaha😂
They won’t. Turn around and depart 33
Denver.
One of the best things ever was when the "fact checkers" attempted to "educate" Greg about the F16. That was amusing.
Yeah does make me laugh when AVGeeks like to tell the guy who flew them for a decade he was wrong lol
@Rob Basque Snopes is pretty reliable as they cite sources, but that really doesn't have anything to do with the morons telling Greg he's wrong about a plane he flew for a decade.
I never flew jets but have been a pilot for a long time. I never knew F16's had a tail hook. Were they actually deployed on Navy ships?
@@azcharlie2009 Emergency use for USAF
Yeah. Greg knows everything
they were actually looking at a carrier-based version of the F-16 at one time!
That's why it's taking so long to build the new Air Force One.
Thanks so much from Palm Beach FL YOUR THE MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! love your flights My wife chuckles when she sees me dreaming about flying with you!!!! Firefighter paramedic 19 years when im done I want to fly
You made it to Aspen, Colorado safely from Madison, Wisconsin safely in that little plane of yours
"Getting parked in the cheap seats"..... (Song from the 1960's playing in my head...)
".... So welcome back Gregory,
To the poor side of town"
another great video of living the dream...Merry Christmas fellow aviators...and all...
30:40 I got task saturated watching the video so I put down my coffee.
I was on the edge of my seat
It's always a pleasure to watch Premier 1 flying.
Sir, I just love the view...when that chatter box says terrain, pull up, well that's what I came to see...thank you very much...)
I just fell out of my chair laughing, when you referenced the "real" need for wearing the headset...Your passengers were already annoying me 5 seconds into your taxi to departure...LOL HA HAHA.... Happy New Year !!!
F-16 fighter's do have a tail hook, used for engine testing and emergency landings.
Fact! As a former ARFF guy, I pulled an F-16 out of the arresting gear at NAS Oceana after a reported emergency landing for a hydraulic failure.
@@gregrussell6081 I worked in airfield management at Cannon AFB when they had 5 squadrons of F-16s there. Watched several take the arresting cable for various reasons. Always had them up at each rwy end. had rubber donuts to hold them off the ground so the hook would catch. You could just drive right over them though.
HAHA! "The headset is so I don't have to hear the folks in the back!" That was good! :)
like fk, the women just couldn't shut the fuck up! LOL
(I prefer his solo flights, peace and quiet) :)
Exactly!
Thanks a lot for having us on board!
The highlight for me was the cruise over the high clouds
Ty for your service 🤝
Enjoy the video! Please keep them coming.
Youve accomplished & do what a lot of men dream of doing.
Merry Christmas to the whole crew. Wish all my radio contacts used great, clear and timely phraseology like you when I was a controller.
Wife I understand... but daughter/son should be fighting over the right seat.
Not everyone thinks like that. To some, that jet is just an inconvenience, hindering them from 'just being' where they want to go... :(
Though I'm sure it IS more comfortable back there... ;)
I think the cockpit is his quiet place!!
My son and daughter are the same way. No interest at all. Sad since I love flying so much and they have my Cessna 340A to use anytime.
@@joesteven8601 same story here with my kids. I really don't know what gets people interested in aviation and what makes them bored of it, but I suspect too easy access to it can take away the glory and the feeling of being priviledged, I don't know. This will probably remain one of life's great misteries. In any case, I know that I am bored of stuff that others find exiting, so it goes both ways :)
@@joesteven8601 hey Joe you taking applications for adopted children? I've got almost 50 years experience at being a kid so I'm very qualified.
Hello 👋 Tim from Maryland merry Christmas
Gorgeous bunch of aircraft at Aspen!!!! Happy New Year All. Praying for a better 2021..
All were private jets.....no props.....no single engines......Just jets ! very intimidating.
I'm not sure how I landed on your videos(no pun intended), but I'm sure glad I did! I very much enjoy them! There's actually something "clean" in this world to watch! Please keep them coming! 🙂😉
Merry Christmas!
Gotta love the know it all’s :-)
Those 38 people who voted “thumbs down” on this video still think the F-16 doesn’t have a tail hook.
haha you're probably not wrong
or simply that guy is annoying.
that is really funny and probably true.
www.115fw.ang.af.mil/Media/Article-Display/Article/443070/getting-arrested-f-16-tests-runway-cable-system/
And they have a prop
Good Job....Enjoyed that.
I liked the way you skimmed that ridge, dove down and flared to grease the landing (nice mountain flying, Greg. And in a jet no less!!! wow, impressive. All those previous carrier landings you have done came in handy for this one I guess.). ....neat stuff
"Dad has cash...famous last words!!!" LMFAO 😂😂😂 Merry Christmas! 🎄🎄🎄
"dad has cash" why do i believe this lol
"Son, daughter, wife, girlfriend." Must be a very understanding wife you have!
Girlfriend of one of them!! Not only men have girlfriend
he said his sons girlfriend...
@@magster41 Damn, I guess I just heard what I wanted to hear.
@@magster41 no he didn't
@@captkerosene ya.... I guess you did! 😲 Wow! I'll bet one of your "main" jobs is "drama King?"... Think before you speak!
Wow! Flying a 172 out of KETB when I was training, flew into Madison for more than a few "$100" burgers! Thanks for the memory!
Greg, thx for highlighting that phenom. I was lookin’, never saw him! Lol
[Callsign] “cable indicates up, runway 31 cleared for the option”
Does anybody elses heart rate increase hearing TERRAIN TERRAIN PULL UP?
yeap but he was never that close to terrain.
I get shivers because I absolutely love safety stuff that some engineers have pulled off just wondering how many lives those have saved.
...And Aspen Tower used to turn off the ILS unless an Aspen Airways Convair was on approach. Ask how much fun a near-minimum winter approach is when following a scheduled arrival in a Baron only to have the guidance go dark when 5 miles out on final!
Yes, mine does as I look around for the height of the ground coming up...
It's in sight...!
And then there's the $500 hamburger, when you fly your jet to get that $5 burger. 😂
Steak
At least this one of your audiences to day was Larry Robinson, a 1500+ hour Idaho backcountry pilot, that watches these sorts of videos as an experience in something I'll never get to fly. Largest iron I every flew was a C206. Great flight.