1016....my brother was the crew chief of that plane back in the early 70s to the late 80s, i had the honor of being able to go out with him to work on it when we were both stationed together at Ellsworth A.F.B. S.Dakota. i was a missile cop working out in the minuteman II field that spanned the state. having a 3 day on 6 day off schedule made for time for me to go out n work with him. sadly he passed away a few yrs ago....R.I.P. SSGT JOHN HAYLEY
The take off/climb on that thing is quite surprising to me. I figured itd need a little more speed but with them gian wings or whatever yoi call em it gets a lot of lift really fast
@@PancakeBoi The U-2 has never been decommissioned even on paper. It is flown by the USAF on official missions to this day, unlike the F-117 which is only used as a target drone to test air to air and ground based radar systems. It's no longer used as an attack aircraft.
It's Nice To See The Old "Dragon Lady" Touch Down So Smoothly With The Chase Car On Her Tail! The "Dragon Lady's" Takeoff Was Also A Great Sight! A Shout Out From Somewhere Near Beale Air Force Base in Northern California! Home Of The "Dragon Lady" On The West Coast, USA! Seeing Those B52's Taking Off Was Such A Beautiful Sight As Well!
My understanding is that it's both for new pilots on rotation so they become familiar with the 'base' and to keep birds and rodents from being sucked into those engines
@jimmy_wang_ huh, that makes sense. I thought Britain was big into using hawks around the airports to keep those problems at bay. Especially since it was the sport of kings.
@@SMichaelDeHart if you're talking about the white car chasing the Dragon Lady as she came into land... The car's chasing after her because sat in the front passenger seat is another U2 pilot talking the Dragon Lady's pilot down, calling out altitude and if he's drifing off centre. Because of the position of the cockpit and the long nose of the U2 the pilot has zero visibility when it comes to landing.
Also, when landing the U2 does not have the supports under the wings, and requires extra help to make sure it doesn't flip on one side damaging a wing.
They have reinforced wing tips with wear pads that get changed, but the speed is so slow when they finally tip over its all part of the spec. The guys in the pickup carry the wheels and clip them on. If you look at the U2 take off prep you see the ground crew prepping the wheels for dropping after take off.
U2 is highly sensitive aircraft the white vehicle is security. Follow the plane until it’s landed safely and is docked safely in a hangar. Please is guarded 24-7.
It was lovely to have both the U2 and B52 aircraft visits. Long may they have unlimited visits to the UK and Europe. Vladimir Putin needs to understand that NATO and all individual countries will support Ukraine and Europe and, if necessary, we American, British, and Canadian (ABC) can deploy to protect these countries borders. Cold War defence can be quickly reinstalled.
@rhodium1096 The British Hypersonic Mach 5 missiles are currently in development with many options for deployment by 2030, though it might be earlier because of the threats from Vladimir Putin. I was hoping for Mach 7 or higher with the new technology.
I'm sure its still a valuable asset. Its still the only spy plane that can fly 13-14 miles in the sky. basically undetectable unless you're looking for it (which nobody is anymore, since they are "decommissioned") it's been upgraded with stealth coating and can communicate to satellites and ground assets better (bunch of other secret spy stuff i'm sure).
2 old warriors that should have been given the grace of retirement of "what could have been" But, they are forced to soldier on, in a time even more insecure and dangerous than even the heights of 1962. Just because ego and vanity wins over reason.
@ChrisMass-zp1zw Yes, they are heavy use of fuel during take-off and landing. But once they reach altitude and refueled, they run lean unless they are heading to their chosen (bombing) targets. Or when they reach a point to release their new type payloads.
Why is the u.s a.f getting rid of it,s A 10 after they have spent a lot of money on new wings for them or is it cose they don't want there service men to survive
@@TesterAnimal1 Bro the B52 will be present during an intergalactic war. The U2 however is a surprise that it is still in service today, let alone fly.
Two iconic warplanes from the height of the Cold War. 4:05
1016....my brother was the crew chief of that plane back in the early 70s to the late 80s, i had the honor of being able to go out with him to work on it when we were both stationed together at Ellsworth A.F.B. S.Dakota. i was a missile cop working out in the minuteman II field that spanned the state. having a 3 day on 6 day off schedule made for time for me to go out n work with him. sadly he passed away a few yrs ago....R.I.P. SSGT JOHN HAYLEY
U-2s are mighty sporty.
They do have a bit of a sporty look about them, don't they? Great description!
Man that b52 is massive I been under one still cant understand how that thing can get up and
fly
I mean so it’s the c17 and it still flies.
Much thinner than an airliner.
The take off/climb on that thing is quite surprising to me. I figured itd need a little more speed but with them gian wings or whatever yoi call em it gets a lot of lift really fast
The lead and chase vehicles are crewed by USAF personnel as Fairford is a USAF base,
wow amazing! I didn't think the U2 Spy Plane was still operational!?
A lot of people think that. I think they are on the S variant now.
watch top gear when they did the chaser car drive behind the U2
that's kinda the point, both the U2 and The F-117 have been "decommissioned" on paper but are still in operation
Look towards “RAF Akrotiri” you can see them on Google Maps.
@@PancakeBoi The U-2 has never been decommissioned even on paper. It is flown by the USAF on official missions to this day, unlike the F-117 which is only used as a target drone to test air to air and ground based radar systems. It's no longer used as an attack aircraft.
Cobra: as the USAF is now flying the BUFF-H valiant... dies that mean we can start calling em Buffy the Terrorists Slayer? 😂
It's Nice To See The Old "Dragon Lady" Touch Down So Smoothly With The Chase Car On Her Tail! The "Dragon Lady's" Takeoff Was Also A Great Sight! A Shout Out From Somewhere Near Beale Air Force Base in Northern California! Home Of The "Dragon Lady" On The West Coast, USA! Seeing Those B52's Taking Off Was Such A Beautiful Sight As Well!
B52 is massive.
U2 is eyes in the sky 😍
WHAT A BUSS WATCHING THESE AIRCRAFT /THANKYOU LOVED EVERY MINUTE/CHEERS TO ALL / HUMANS CAN BUILD SUCH AIRCRAFTS AMAZING KEEP SAFE.
Why do the Brits use the lead and chase vehicles after take off's and landings?? Are they afraid the pilots will get lost on the tarmac?
My understanding is that it's both for new pilots on rotation so they become familiar with the 'base' and to keep birds and rodents from being sucked into those engines
@jimmy_wang_ huh, that makes sense. I thought Britain was big into using hawks around the airports to keep those problems at bay. Especially since it was the sport of kings.
@@SMichaelDeHart if you're talking about the white car chasing the Dragon Lady as she came into land...
The car's chasing after her because sat in the front passenger seat is another U2 pilot talking the Dragon Lady's pilot down, calling out altitude and if he's drifing off centre.
Because of the position of the cockpit and the long nose of the U2 the pilot has zero visibility when it comes to landing.
Thanks...good point. I just ever see the vehicle on US Military bases. As in leaders or followers. I have seen it many times in the UK.
Also, when landing the U2 does not have the supports under the wings, and requires extra help to make sure it doesn't flip on one side damaging a wing.
C'est vraiment impressionnant à regarder 😍
U2 is a pretty STO aircraft ;)
The U2 when taking off, the wing wheels fall off…what happens when she lands?
They have reinforced wing tips with wear pads that get changed, but the speed is so slow when they finally tip over its all part of the spec. The guys in the pickup carry the wheels and clip them on. If you look at the U2 take off prep you see the ground crew prepping the wheels for dropping after take off.
would love to see some paris olympics security videos
The fuck you talking about
It’s probably better than the security we had for trump. lol
@@MaryMannion well yeah I hope so, they're protecting the whole city lol
U2 is highly sensitive aircraft the white vehicle is security. Follow the plane until it’s landed safely and is docked safely in a hangar. Please is guarded 24-7.
Nahh... Wokeness is what you will see in the Paris 2024 Olympics.
what camera do you use? thanks
Panasonic HC-X20
Brill thanks!
It was lovely to have both the U2 and B52 aircraft visits. Long may they have unlimited visits to the UK and Europe. Vladimir Putin needs to understand that NATO and all individual countries will support Ukraine and Europe and, if necessary, we American, British, and Canadian (ABC) can deploy to protect these countries borders. Cold War defence can be quickly reinstalled.
And Russian hypersonic missile can be quickly installed
@rhodium1096 The British Hypersonic Mach 5 missiles are currently in development with many options for deployment by 2030, though it might be earlier because of the threats from Vladimir Putin. I was hoping for Mach 7 or higher with the new technology.
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whats the purpose of the white car at the start of the video following the plane landing?
It's a chase car - guides the pilot down over the radio, as they can't see runway over that huge nosecone
The first plane is a U2
I love keeping any jet around, but why on eath do they still need the U2?
I'm sure its still a valuable asset. Its still the only spy plane that can fly 13-14 miles in the sky. basically undetectable unless you're looking for it (which nobody is anymore, since they are "decommissioned") it's been upgraded with stealth coating and can communicate to satellites and ground assets better (bunch of other secret spy stuff i'm sure).
Prob cause it’s capable of flying at really high altitudes.
15:10 His wheels fell off! XD
Yup, haha. This is by design to make the plane lighter.
U2s require chase car for their wings and putter gear......always have.
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2 old warriors that should have been given the grace of retirement of "what could have been" But, they are forced to soldier on, in a time even more insecure and dangerous than even the heights of 1962.
Just because ego and vanity wins over reason.
Those planes run on diesel?
Nah but they are old
Great human pyramid trio and salute! @ 12:18 (left side)
Haha, that's actually awesome! Well spotted.
Alot of black smoke coming from the engines
@ChrisMass-zp1zw Yes, they are heavy use of fuel during take-off and landing. But once they reach altitude and refueled, they run lean unless they are heading to their chosen (bombing) targets. Or when they reach a point to release their new type payloads.
@@Dixy3 🙂👍
Why is the u.s a.f getting rid of it,s A 10 after they have spent a lot of money on new wings for them or is it cose they don't want there service men to survive
ภาระกิจอันยิ่งไหญ่ของb_52😢😢
Impressionnant mais qu'on nous donne pas de leçons sur l'écologie ou le CO2 ou je ne sais quoi autre. 😢😢😢
Surely these planes are not still in service?
Yes they are
The B52 will go on for another 50 years.
@@TesterAnimal1 Bro the B52 will be present during an intergalactic war.
The U2 however is a surprise that it is still in service today, let alone fly.
Machines of destruction.
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Damn, that U-2 is an ugly bird, isn't she? Interesting video, thanks!
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where the money comes from.
Wow
B52 andB1 bombers,, carriers and subs,, F22s heading to mediteranian. Gee,, ya think something's up
I mean yeah Middle East is going down. Too bad we can’t just mind our own business
Big pollution
Dinosaurs still exist.
Where were the B52s going? Russo-Nazi hunting?
I thought U2s were Dinosaurs
So are B-52s.
Nice bit of co2
neat
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WWW z. 😂
Nice bit of co2
Lol 😂😂