Incredible. So many moving parts working in unison. Even as impressive as this view was, it was still at a macro level when you consider the actions of each crew member of the ship and the mechanical operation of the ship and the plane. And they do it successfully time and time again, day in, day out 365 days a year. Fantastic reaction guys. Thank you. - Hawk
All the Growler Jams videos are very informative and well done. Anyone interested in USN carrier ops should watch. Pail explains everything so well. You really learn a lot.
Once they touch down , they have to go to full throttle , if they miss the hook , they will have enough power to get airborne and to not run off the end of the ship and into the ocean . The full throttle adds to the jolt to the body when the plane hooks the cable when landing !!
You guys should also check out some more Growler Jams videos! His aerial refueling videos are cool too and it’s stressful just watching through the screen. Pilots are a different breed.
Worked on the decks of the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, Saratoga, and Theodore Roosevelt while attached to vf143 pukin dogs, naval aviators are the best period
What a great video. I was a surface sailor, but as a reporter, they flew me aboard the then-new USS Eisenhower. Passengers face backward, but the pilot let me have a good look at the ship (they’d say boat but, did I say I was a surface sailor?) then, “bolstered” or missed the wire so we had to go around again. The old C2 didn’t need much go get off the deck, so no big deal. I’ve always believed that the bolster was planned. Did I say I’d been a surface sailor- I rolled my eyes. The flight deck was my vision of hell - the heat and noise was amazing.
That was impressive, and his commentary wonderfully calm and reassuring. I knew carriers had two "runways" but that was still great to see. Royal Navy test pilot Captain Eric "Winkle" Brown videos are worth seeking out. He holds the world record for number of aircraft carrier landings and takeoffs (2,271 and 2,407 respectively), also first multi-engine, first jet, first helicopter and first 'triycle' undercarriage carrier landings and takeoffs. "Winkle" also holds the world record on number of different aircraft flown, 487, which might never be equalled. He flew planes only a few German test pilots ever flew. He flew about 14 different models of spitfire and seafire, but all 14 versions count as only 1 type of that 487. He flew UK, USA, Soviet Union, German, Italian and Japanese WW2 aircraft, and was a successful post war test pilot. Brown was so good at carrier take-off and landing, the Royal Navy loaned him to the US Navy when they evaluated and adopted British carrier technology. I believe Brown shot down enough enemy aircraft during WW2 to become an "Ace". He also experienced having an aircraft carrier sunk and surviving. He was one of two who survived from 24 left overnight in the sea. The others died from hypothermia. People talk about having "balls of steel". By comparison, Eric "Winkle" Brown had balls of flawless diamond. A great story teller too. Best Wishes. ☮ Edit: I forgot, 'Winkle'Brown also flew Italian aircraft. He flew all the different German operational jet aircraft. One of his great 'coups' was flying the Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet rocket fighter, an experimental German rocket-powered aircraft. It was so dangerous *_ALL_* the fuel had to be used before landing because it was so sensitive it would likely blow-up. Also the fuel was so corrosive it could dissolve the pilot. He was the only allied pilot to fly it.
So amazing. It reminded me of one guy who does videos people love to react to called "The fat electrician" He does comedic reviews of military history. He's definitely worth reacting to here.👍👍👍👍👍
And that's a daylight landing, in good weather. I've heard Naval aviators describe night landings as... place a postage stamp at the far end of the room, turn the lights off, and run and jump and try to lick the stamp.
Their wheels have about 100 yards/meters to touch down to "catch a wire". It is now 2:00 am, people have been trying to kill you at work, you're low on fuel, (just for giggles) you really need a toilet, and "Mom" is in a storm. That is one hell of a commute.
Add in a night landing, bad weather or both, and it really gets stressful. Years ago I saw where they had interviewed Vietnam era Navy pilots. They said that landing at night after a mission over enemy territory was more stressful than the mission.
Yea you are still going what 150knots when you land, when you land they are going 100% power second they hit the deck If they don't and miss the arresting line they won't have power to take off and save the jet.
He did not mention it, but planes landing on a U.S. aircraft carrier are actually flying sideways. That's because the ship is moving on a straight line while the landing deck is angled off that straight line. BTW, that was a British innovation that allowed takeoffs and landings to occur at the same time. Takeoffs at the front, landings in the rear. The aircraft has to mimic the ship by moving forward in a straight line while keeping it's own nose aligned with the angled flight deck. If you were to ever look at the landing gear of a naval aircraft you would see just how rugged it is compared to an air force jet. An air force jet has the luxury of a runway in excess of a 1000 feet or more and they can afford slow, graceful landings. A naval fighter jet has about 300 feet of usable deck on which to land.. The landing of a Navy jet on a carrier has been described as a controlled crash and it puts tremendous pressure on the landing gear and the airframe as the arresting wire stops the ship. Also, when a Navy jet lands the pilot punches the throttle so that he has enough thrust to get airborne again if he misses the wire.
I was a QM (ship navigation) on a US Destroyer during the Viet Nam war. We were assigned to plain guard duty for a couple weeks with the USS Saratoga. During launch flight ops we took up a position 1 mile away at a 45 degree angle off of the carriers port bow. If a jet failed flight after launch and crashed into the water, we'd be on site within a short time. During recovery ops, we'd take up a position 1 mile directly astern of the carrier in case a jet crashed on final approach to landing. Being that close watching all that goes on to launch and recover the jets is beyond amazing. To watch these pilots land on the carrier during the day time is stressful enough. There are no words to describe watching recovery at night in the rain. I have no idea how the pilots and the guys at the LSO (landing signal office) station do it. Only way to describe each landing is "Pucker Factor Code Brown". Every guy on the flight deck is in extreme danger every second they're up there. The danger only escalates as night comes and it starts to rain. Upmost respect to all who have served on a carrier flight deck, pilots and crew. Like they say - "navy guys do it at night in the rain" Go Navy !
Cheers, fellas! Thanks for promoting the channel.
Incredible. So many moving parts working in unison. Even as impressive as this view was, it was still at a macro level when you consider the actions of each crew member of the ship and the mechanical operation of the ship and the plane. And they do it successfully time and time again, day in, day out 365 days a year. Fantastic reaction guys. Thank you. - Hawk
All the Growler Jams videos are very informative and well done. Anyone interested in USN carrier ops should watch. Pail explains everything so well. You really learn a lot.
His speaking ability alone is remarkable. Total competence.
Once they touch down , they have to go to full throttle , if they miss the hook , they will have enough power to get airborne and to not run off the end of the ship and into the ocean . The full throttle adds to the jolt to the body when the plane hooks the cable when landing !!
You guys should also check out some more Growler Jams videos! His aerial refueling videos are cool too and it’s stressful just watching through the screen. Pilots are a different breed.
Worked on the decks of the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, Saratoga, and Theodore Roosevelt while attached to vf143 pukin dogs, naval aviators are the best period
Worked the deck as well on TR. Plank Owner as well. V-4
You were probably on board when we were there, first squadron to rough up her decks in 86 or 87 can't remember which year
These men and women do this at night, in bad weather. Incredible. You should check out those videos.
What a great video. I was a surface sailor, but as a reporter, they flew me aboard the then-new USS Eisenhower. Passengers face backward, but the pilot let me have a good look at the ship (they’d say boat but, did I say I was a surface sailor?) then, “bolstered” or missed the wire so we had to go around again. The old C2 didn’t need much go get off the deck, so no big deal. I’ve always believed that the bolster was planned. Did I say I’d been a surface sailor- I rolled my eyes. The flight deck was my vision of hell - the heat and noise was amazing.
That was impressive, and his commentary wonderfully calm and reassuring. I knew carriers had two "runways" but that was still great to see. Royal Navy test pilot Captain Eric "Winkle" Brown videos are worth seeking out. He holds the world record for number of aircraft carrier landings and takeoffs (2,271 and 2,407 respectively), also first multi-engine, first jet, first helicopter and first 'triycle' undercarriage carrier landings and takeoffs. "Winkle" also holds the world record on number of different aircraft flown, 487, which might never be equalled. He flew planes only a few German test pilots ever flew. He flew about 14 different models of spitfire and seafire, but all 14 versions count as only 1 type of that 487. He flew UK, USA, Soviet Union, German, Italian and Japanese WW2 aircraft, and was a successful post war test pilot.
Brown was so good at carrier take-off and landing, the Royal Navy loaned him to the US Navy when they evaluated and adopted British carrier technology.
I believe Brown shot down enough enemy aircraft during WW2 to become an "Ace". He also experienced having an aircraft carrier sunk and surviving. He was one of two who survived from 24 left overnight in the sea. The others died from hypothermia.
People talk about having "balls of steel". By comparison, Eric "Winkle" Brown had balls of flawless diamond. A great story teller too.
Best Wishes. ☮
Edit: I forgot, 'Winkle'Brown also flew Italian aircraft. He flew all the different German operational jet aircraft.
One of his great 'coups' was flying the Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet rocket fighter, an experimental German rocket-powered aircraft. It was so dangerous *_ALL_* the fuel had to be used before landing because it was so sensitive it would likely blow-up. Also the fuel was so corrosive it could dissolve the pilot. He was the only allied pilot to fly it.
So amazing. It reminded me of one guy who does videos people love to react to called "The fat electrician" He does comedic reviews of military history. He's definitely worth reacting to here.👍👍👍👍👍
Great video. Pail does the best voice-over on the internet.
Harfang’s Mission has some serious energy. Can’t wait to see your reaction!
Love watching those videos! Great choice! He has some really good stuff.
DID YOU EVER THINK YOU'D SEE A "GROWLER" WITH WINGS....?......Hahahahahahahaaaaaaaaaa!
And that's a daylight landing, in good weather. I've heard Naval aviators describe night landings as... place a postage stamp at the far end of the room, turn the lights off, and run and jump and try to lick the stamp.
Tiny mistskes would definitely equal fatal mistakes. 😮
Harfang's Mission is a must-watch! 🎶🔥 Your reaction would be amazing!
For what it’s worth……the idea of an angled deck was developed by a Brit long ago !!!!!!!!!!
Respect!
The angled flight deck is an idea we borrowed from the Royal Navy.
Sooo bad ass..Loved it..😁👍👍👍
Their wheels have about 100 yards/meters to touch down to "catch a wire". It is now 2:00 am, people have been trying to kill you at work, you're low on fuel, (just for giggles) you really need a toilet, and "Mom" is in a storm. That is one hell of a commute.
Navy Pilots, a different breed
Add in a night landing, bad weather or both, and it really gets stressful. Years ago I saw where they had interviewed Vietnam era Navy pilots. They said that landing at night after a mission over enemy territory was more stressful than the mission.
Navy guys do it at night in the rain
Yea you are still going what 150knots when you land, when you land they are going 100% power second they hit the deck If they don't and miss the arresting line they won't have power to take off and save the jet.
I’m here yelling, “move to the left, you’re gonna clip the tower”😱
Cool video, big repect to those pilots.
I used to live in Kingsville, Texas 😊
My opinion Navy Pilots are the most badass. That takes so much skill to land on that aircraft carrier
And they do this at night! And in bad weather at night!
Just awesome!
WOW 😮
you ought to watch night time landings with bad weather...
He did not mention it, but planes landing on a U.S. aircraft carrier are actually flying sideways. That's because the ship is moving on a straight line while the landing deck is angled off that straight line. BTW, that was a British innovation that allowed takeoffs and landings to occur at the same time. Takeoffs at the front, landings in the rear. The aircraft has to mimic the ship by moving forward in a straight line while keeping it's own nose aligned with the angled flight deck.
If you were to ever look at the landing gear of a naval aircraft you would see just how rugged it is compared to an air force jet. An air force jet has the luxury of a runway in excess of a 1000 feet or more and they can afford slow, graceful landings. A naval fighter jet has about 300 feet of usable deck on which to land.. The landing of a Navy jet on a carrier has been described as a controlled crash and it puts tremendous pressure on the landing gear and the airframe as the arresting wire stops the ship. Also, when a Navy jet lands the pilot punches the throttle so that he has enough thrust to get airborne again if he misses the wire.
For all the high tech, there isn't a reverse gear!!!!
Not sure you would have time to find it!!
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You guys are rather diverse. 🙂
Brits do they have a carrier to discuss?
Look for Gerald R Ford flight deck operations. Much better video.
Imagine landing at night in bad weather? 😬😬
I was a QM (ship navigation) on a US Destroyer during the Viet Nam war. We were assigned to plain guard duty for a couple weeks with the USS Saratoga. During launch flight ops we took up a position 1 mile away at a 45 degree angle off of the carriers port bow. If a jet failed flight after launch and crashed into the water, we'd be on site within a short time. During recovery ops, we'd take up a position 1 mile directly astern of the carrier in case a jet crashed on final approach to landing. Being that close watching all that goes on to launch and recover the jets is beyond amazing. To watch these pilots land on the carrier during the day time is stressful enough. There are no words to describe watching recovery at night in the rain. I have no idea how the pilots and the guys at the LSO (landing signal office) station do it. Only way to describe each landing is "Pucker Factor Code Brown". Every guy on the flight deck is in extreme danger every second they're up there. The danger only escalates as night comes and it starts to rain. Upmost respect to all who have served on a carrier flight deck, pilots and crew. Like they say - "navy guys do it at night in the rain" Go Navy !