DEATH OF PELICAN-16. Avro Shackleton Crash. PART-2

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7 жыл бұрын

"Superb", "Gripping". Flypast Magazine. DEATH OF PELICAN-16, part-2
Pelican-16 was one of eight Avro Shackleton maritime patrol aircraft commissioned by the South African Air Force in 1957. In 1993 a Shackleton enthusiast came up with an ambitious plan to restore one of these now decommissioned aircraft and turn it into a flying museum. The name of this aircraft: Pelican-16. Early 1994, after ten years on the ground and two years of restoration work she flew again. Following an invitation to take part in the 1994 summer airshow circuit in the UK, Pelican-16 and its crew of 19 took off from Cape Town and headed north. But then in the dead of the blackest night, high over the Western Sahara, the unthinkable happened; two engines on the starboard side failed within a period of just ten minutes. The aircraft and its crew went down. In this highly-acclaimed documentary the remarkable story is told by the men who dared to dream. See footage as it was recorded by the crew as the story unfolded before them. This story of courage, professionalism and friendship is one of the greats in the annals of South African aviation.
Written and directed by Andrew St Pierre White
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@markuswolf3316 7 ай бұрын

I was one of those from UN patrol team who spoted this crew.Very glad to see you again.Many thanks Andrew St Pierre White who left a memory of this accident with happy ending.

@ZenithPhoto 5 жыл бұрын

I was a radio operator in the crew of the Atlantic French Deployer in Dakar who searched and rescued the Pelican 16 this 13th July 1994, and it was very interesting for me to see the whole story of this crew, thank you very much for this film. For me this rescue was a great moment of my military career and an imperishable memory. I have some picture take this day above the scene if you are interresting ??

@lukasvisagie9513 Жыл бұрын

Bravo for your part in rescuing this crew. To have noticed them, to have picked them up, speaks of your professionalism!

@waughthogwaugh3078 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible story. Thanks so very much for making this available for us all to appreciate.

@scopex2749 4 жыл бұрын

Miraculous story by a heroic crew and so pleased they all survived but we have lost a valuable old lady 😪 i cannot believe the bad luck of these engine failures. We had Shacks in full time patrol service whilst i was in the RAF flying hundreds of hours each month with very few engine problems. I wish someone could have stripped those engines to find out why they failed! Sadly that was anyones chance of seeing the LAST airworthy flying Shackleton in the UK. Dont worry Major Eric is up there flying for eternity and freedom in Pelican 16 RIP both mighty flyers from a fellow pilot. Thank you for making this documentary 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 🇿🇦

@lukasvisagie9513 Жыл бұрын

I think the SAAF has one other Shack that flies. Not sure, but I hope so! They truly are magnificent machines.

@lukasvisagie9513 Жыл бұрын

For me one of the most beautiful aircraft ever. A wonderful story about professional airmen. As a former SA naval officer I remember how these men and their aircraft formed an important part of our anti-submarine capabilities. It is an honour for me to have known some of you, to have occasionally flown with you, I salute you, your professionalism, your bravery and your faith!

@rael6_4wd 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Mr White, A beautiful tribute to the plane and its crew.

@planpitz4190 6 жыл бұрын

Piston engines combined with super chargers have never been best choice for long distance flights.Even very well maintained Lufthansa Super constellations in the early sixties very frequently lost one engine on transatlantic flights .Hence the super Conni was nicknamed the fastest three engined passenger plane of its time. Great aviation documentary ,thank you very much. At least the Pelican died fighting on the battle field than ending as a mummy in a sterile museum,actually very worthy of its name "the Shackelton" ending very far from home.

@donovanrosenburg886 6 жыл бұрын

I was fortunate to work at 35 Sqn when the Pelican was restored. To this day, I treasure the picture we as Sqn members took before the Pelican's final flight. Yes, I know and worked with all 19 members and even with some of their children. Andrew, you've done an excellent job, I applaud you and all the men and women that worked on and contributed towards this masterpiece.

@paullanham1014 6 жыл бұрын

I've watched A LOT of aviation documentaries. This is world class. Thank you for telling this story

@Galactic-Jack1978 2 жыл бұрын

Watching this after the passing of Lionel Ashbury - lovely seeing him and the guys in action doing what they love. This one well told story is one of the greatest moments for South African aviation. Makes me incredibly proud to have crossed paths with these gentleman. I'm sure anyone who has come across the Shackelton crew will agree with me that they are wonderful people - easy to talk to, very friendly and always willing to share old stories or answer questions. Love you guys.

@lukasvisagie9513 Жыл бұрын

I agree with you, they were very special airmen and people. Flying with them and having one of those omelettes is one of my fondest memories.

@larumpole 4 жыл бұрын

Dear Andrew, I stumbled across your excellent movie amid the COVID-19 crisis. What joy it is to find an uplifting true story amid all the doom and gloom we are faced with today. SAAF has a lot to be proud of, that flight crew were without a doubt not only highly skilled, but they had the Lord on their side - crash landing in the middle of nowhere in pitch blackness, and everyone walked away, virtually unscathed. It was a miracle, for sure, but the skill, competence, and character of the flight crew shine through. I wonder if there was ever any determination as to why two engines failed?

@yoho300 6 жыл бұрын

Bewildering. We seen a Shackleton today at Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome. A new fan this aircraft is born ❤️

@saviourfalzon4640 6 жыл бұрын

I have just come across this fantastic story. In 1966/67 I was serving on HMS Sirius on the Beira patrol, spending weeks at sea. In those days, without internet and the only communication with those at home was by letter, there was nothing more beautiful than the Shakelton's arrival, flying over the ship and then coming down low alongside dropping our mail!

@lukasvisagie9513 Жыл бұрын

Thanx for your post Saviour. Those "Shacks" may well have been SAAF ones.

@bmused55 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sitting here, safe and sound at home, quite comfortable but yet, when I saw that Atlantique turn toward the camera and then fly over, my heart was banging away with a sense of utter relief! Chills went down my back. Wow.

@ryanolivier8446 4 жыл бұрын

SAAF had some of the best bar none. Excellent documentary Andrew. Really enjoyed this one.

@hermann.lohann 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this amazing story. I remember watching the Shackletons fly past Struisbaai when I was a kid. How I miss those days.

@bikenavbm1229 4 жыл бұрын

Not heard anything of this before what a story a lot of skill and a chunk of luck for it to be told so well thank you all.

@daverothwell4579 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew. This is one of the most brilliant documentaries I have ever watched. What an amazing group to put that crippled bird on the ground. My hat is off to them, and to you for telling this story with such honour and respect.

@hartogblok2792 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew for making this available. PS: How on earth can anyone "dislike" this true life event?

@overlandworkshop 6 жыл бұрын

I tried to find you to let you know I had released the film to the public. So glad you found it! Best wishes Hartog! On my main channel which is about adventure travel (4xOverland) I always get 4 dislikes within the first 20 minutes. Every single time. The haters lie in wait, and have nothing better to do with their time. Poor pitiful creatures. Little do that know that even a thumbs down is better than no interaction at all.

@overlandworkshop 6 жыл бұрын

And please feel free to share the link to the doccie wherever you want.

@christianbuczko1481 6 жыл бұрын

Some people are just low life's who have nothing better todo than hate. This was a truly fantastic story told in a quality documentary and anybody who loves aviation will be moved by the efforts of the crew to restore the aircraft and save it for history. This documentary is a fitting tribute to both the aircraft and people involved. I'm glad you didn't give up the effort to get one flying and I hope pelican 22 flies for many more years.

@andrek.1399 6 жыл бұрын

Andrew, I just want to tell you how thankful I'm to see your documentary. It's amazing & the best movie I ever seen in my life. Thank you sir. ......(on the dislikes, could they be just accidental clicks? I just cannot believe how can anyone dislike it).

@claydayton1897 4 жыл бұрын

It's a great story indeed but mouth-breathers and sibilance. Very cringy.

@stormm787 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful documentary that I didn't think I'd watch all the way through. I couldn't help but think about the B-29 that was restored in Greenland but burned before it could take its second maiden flight not long after 16 went down. Sad that both were lost but both were lost trying to do what they were built to do.

@bendeleted9155 6 жыл бұрын

Very well done to the crew and the film maker. Being in the U.S, I would probably not have known about this thorough any other means. Thank you for posting it to youtube.

@tituspullo9210 4 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic documentary. Well put together. Brings a lump in the throat of this South African

@philprice3870 4 жыл бұрын

A very moving programme many thank to Mr st Pierre White for sharing this story with us .

@roryglobalactivites4054 4 жыл бұрын

Just found this. I made an air fix model of a shack years ago as a kid. Now I know why. Fantastic history

@wingnutzster 6 жыл бұрын

Proud to be South African watching this thank you Andrew...it's an increasingly rare occurrence to feel proud to be a South African in these days of rampant corruption even in our Air Force but no matter where we are headed as a nation or what challenges we may face I will always be proud of our aviation heritage and prowess, we truly stand eye to eye with the best and most established giants of aviation in the world, Pelican 16 is evidence of that.

@praxisvoiceworks 6 жыл бұрын

As you should be proud sir. Please keep yourselves safe in these most uncertain times.

@lukasvisagie9513 Жыл бұрын

Especially our aviation heritage. Remember Sailor Malan!

@ianrsigel 4 жыл бұрын

Well done indeed. And I truly enjoyed the music chosen for the final sequence preceding the closing credits.

@gjackson123456 4 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Andrew. We visited Pelican 16 this past March. Short trip as the Polisario wasn't much pleased with us being there. She needs to be rescued, I feel.

@mikeburton7077 4 жыл бұрын

as a boy my father used to take us to RAF St Morgan ,we spent many hours watching Shackletons ,unforgetable !

@ianrsigel 4 жыл бұрын

It is truly regrettable that this superb documentary did not receive the financial success it so richly deserved.

@ibluap 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful, an intimate glimpse on a tight fraternity of airmen... Glorious.

@bcgrittner 4 жыл бұрын

This was a great story with a superb ending. All survived with minor injuries. The best part was the international effort that took place in the rescue effort. All politics were set aside during that effort. That impressed me in a very good way.

@adventure002006 6 жыл бұрын

What a great Story. Can imagine the horror when they realized they were going down in pitch black dark of the night, then the elation when they all came out of it alive. Thanks for telling this amazing story.

@rhonderouleau8510 5 жыл бұрын

I can't imagine the crew in "horror" mode but I Can imagine the crew in preliminary ditch mode (my term).

@wintersbattleofbands1144 4 жыл бұрын

This is how you do a documentary. just let the people and events tell their story.

@dennissmith4834 4 жыл бұрын

Had the good fortune to see "Shackletons" at various uk air displays back in the day, a simply awesome sight to behold, and the sound, incredible, this documentary is simply wonderful, thank you, my respect to you.

@pippiperade4030 6 жыл бұрын

Well done Andrew.. you really captured the multi-crew ethos. A miracle that they all survived a night crash landing in zero vis.. Many thanks for your work.

@tjp353 6 жыл бұрын

The first 'real' aircraft doc I've seen in a long time. Thank you for creating & sharing it.

@gosst60 6 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic documentary, well produced.......K Watson, ex H.A.R.S member, NSW, Australia

@lujan1701 4 жыл бұрын

What a well done Documentary. By far superior than what WINGS could have ever achieved; I really do believe that. Fantastic job Andrew.

@redroostermcmlxxl Жыл бұрын

Amazing story, and an even greater story of the airmanship and camaraderie, they do the SAAF proud 👏

@davidgillettuk9638 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful piece of work Andrew, thank you. The final scenes with the scattering of the ashes brought me to tears. What an amazing bunch of guys.

@kentwilliamson3785 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew for this, I came across it by pure chance and so glad I did. I was captivated by your story telling technique and can really appreciate the passion you put into this. 90 minutes ago a I did not even know about the crash and now I feel as if I connected with those guys, not many stories move me but I let my eyes loose during the spreading of the ashes. I think it is the genuine truth and honesty of this documentary tolled by the guys themselves, that makes it so special thank you once again for your time and effort to bring this story to life.

@paul27207 6 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic documentary. World class, Andrew. Thankyou so much.. I am familiar with the "Shaklebomber" when it was operated by the RAF. I flew on RAAF Neptunes which were of similar vintage and lack of comforts. "Shakes" used to visit RAAF bases in Townsville and Richmond. and we used to remark on their "contra-rotating airframes." I had never heard of Pelican 16 previously but am so glad I have seen the docos. Brilliant!

@Justin_Krehbiel 7 жыл бұрын

Can definitely see why there was not a dry eye when you showed this amazing job thank you so much for sharing this with us

@Visionery1 6 жыл бұрын

+GreenApples..K, my sentiments exactly, that's why I can't understand why 8 people would give this the thumbs down.

@TheMonolake 5 жыл бұрын

What a story.thanks blessings

@johnedmunds3963 4 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful little documentary, thank you for making it ❤️

@colcot50 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful story, a pleasure to watch and glad everyone made it out safe. Ex FAA myself

@TheJimmythecorkscrew 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic doco Andrew, thank you. As a former spanner on RAAF DHC4 Caribou aircraft I have a particular fondness for supercharged radials. Great story told very well mate

@henrycolestage7650 5 жыл бұрын

As a career military man, I give you many thanks for portraying the camaraderie, the spirit, the ethos, of the men who lived through this event. Those of us who have lived our lives in service know more than anyone that "the only easy day was yesterday." And the only reason we do it is for our brothers and sisters in arms. Fair winds and following seas to those crew members who are no longer with us.

@alancordwell9759 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew, for an excellently produced and very emotional documentary!

@stewartw.9151 6 жыл бұрын

I recall the event when it happened but have never seen much detail in any production or story about it. This documentary was superb, thanks Andrew!

@falconeaterf15 6 жыл бұрын

Saw a Shackleton engine at a tech school in Winnipeg. Monstrous it truly was.

@duncanudawatta7032 7 жыл бұрын

Well done Andrew. A very emotional part 2.

@MRKIZZY17 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing film,what a piece of aviation history that I would not have known about if I had not stumbled across this on here. And an amazing documentary that you have produced,I raise my hat to you. On a side note I had worked as an engineer at the place of manufacture of the Shackleton for most of my working life, but the Shackleton was before my time there at AVROs in Chadderton near Oldham Greater Manchester. Best years of my working life 👍 Thanks once again for an excellent film...god bless all who flew in her and returned alive.

@captdlourens 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this! From three years old being scared shitless by a Shackleton flying over our smallholding in, I believe 1969, to in love with the grand old lady! Sad and inspirational at the same time. Thanks!

@redicderldavis 6 жыл бұрын

Andrew, I have to say documentaries made by people like you out of love and passion far outstrip many others. You get a real feeling for the whole situation and those involved. I don't make documentaries but I interview people who lived during WW2 civilians and service personnel and send there stories to the imperial war museum for posterity as their number are sadly dwindling. First hand accounts as in this story are priceless. Thank you for making this truly inspiring film. I wish you well.

@jamiecurran3544 2 жыл бұрын

What a great story!, and an awesome peice of film work, glad all of the men survived the crash, I'm from Johannesburg but lived in the UK most of my life. Glad I watched this film, takecare from UK!.😉✌🙏

@trafforde 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew hope your planned trip back there works out.

@VIPER03100 4 жыл бұрын

What a story!!! Nicely done sir thank you.

@willpotter8343 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely guys. Proud to have been trained as a pilot in South Africa

@Del350K4 4 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful film this is! The story´s told with sensitivity and the protagonists´ determination to get Pelican 16 back into the air was matched only by their courage and level-headedness when tested to the extreme. I found the rescue and the subsequent restoration of Pelican 22 very moving - I may be a big tough ex-scaffolder but I freely admit that I had to watch the ending twice because I couldn´t seem to see very clearly the first time. The crew certainly found the right person to make the film which tells their story.

@muddyboots1881 7 жыл бұрын

Beautiful piece of storytelling!

@spacedreamz3820 6 жыл бұрын

was searching for this for 20 years i finaly found this one brilliant pieace iof documentary i have watched as a kid but now am old enought i fullly understand what happend its a shame pelican 22 is no longer flying the only one left in south africa that can still fly well done to the crew who tryed everything to save her

@garryclelland4481 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew , really moving , excellent work .

@bbayerit Жыл бұрын

Well done, Mr. White. The good Lord was certainly looking over the crew of Pelican 16 on that eventful night as He was over your work. 👍

@exs219 6 жыл бұрын

Just increadible damn shame discovery didnt show this in the U.S. Great job.

@joestephan1111 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent story! Excellent film making! Thank you!!

@phillipmassie6552 4 жыл бұрын

A wonderful account of skill, and courage involving a very complex and interesting aircraft I never knew existed.

@7belowzero 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Andrew for such a great Documentary and as for the crew... we know you didn't get to us, but thanks for trying. Greetings from England.

@Priam42 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic documentary...thank you for making it.

@National757 2 жыл бұрын

One hell of a story. And a great job sharing it with all of us through this movie. Thank you!

@larrysouthafrica1474 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir,what an amazing documentary,what an amazing story.

@avoidingtrees560 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew from France. that was indeed a beautiful story I have not , as a pilot myself , never heard of . Cheers

@DennisGroenveld 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew. What a great movie.

@josephburrows3311 6 жыл бұрын

Kudos given for sharing such a compelling story. This documentary speaks volumes of the unique and special bonds created by the love and passion... bringing to life a living breathing flying machine. Thank you for a job well done.

@johannesvisser4223 Жыл бұрын

We moved into the house of Pottie Potgieter in May 2022. Sad to say that he recently passed away. I never personally met him, but with this i we’re now able to put a face to his name.

@noelgreeff5529 6 жыл бұрын

This is a truly moving story of men and their machine illustrating the passion for excelence , the courage and skill in it's excecution is remarkable based on the character and superior training of the men involved. Thank you.

@ernestdeak8402 5 жыл бұрын

Great documentary Andrew. PS: The voice over is familiar from many documentaries, however your voice would have made this much better.

@HDCOCKPITSCENES 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this with us Andrew.

@paulels9316 4 жыл бұрын

This is a very good doccunentary. One of the crewmen (flight engineer I believe) is my uncle. Brings up a lot of memories. Thanks for sharing, Andrew!

@adolforosado 6 жыл бұрын

Inspiring story, loved it, thank you!

@timwadedah2292 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant “story telling” Andrew. Just brilliant.

@richardclowes6123 3 жыл бұрын

I cant remember when my eyes had watered up so much in a long time. Lovely story with a lovely ending. Wish all stories had nice endings, but alas, they do not !! Beautifully put together video. Credit to you. Thanks.

@JamesYoung61 4 жыл бұрын

I am sorry that this hasn't got the attention that it deserves, but I am not surprised that you consider it to be one of your best it of work. Top job. It was awesome to see everybody's behaviour both crew and hosts, they were tricky times.

@infoswissoil2452 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this. This is the 1 st time i had seen this on youtube and brought back memories when i was in the navy in 1976 a few of us got flown back to Durban because our coxswain had i friend in the airforce and made the arrangements for a weekend pass and he also joined us.We used to see these planes when we were on patrol and then the albatrosses started doing the coast patrols

@jeetts59 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew, beautifully told

@martinpeat8374 4 жыл бұрын

Just watched part 1 and 2 and wow,thank you so much for making this available to watch

@adelarsen9776 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew. A very good film and most enjoyable, especially for those with interest in aviation. Immensely satisfied and well done. Top shelf :-)

@4xoverland 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ade.

@mvjollymon34 6 жыл бұрын

Superb storytelling. Thank you so much for sharing.

@VirageDArnage 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent documentary Andrew. My Father worked at, and we lived near, AVRO's Chadderton site where Shackletons were built. I know the politics of Western Sahara are a bit complicated at the moment, but have you any desire overland to the crash site? I have driven the popular overland route to the Sahara in Morocco, and would love one day to continue on to find the wreck.

@Lynn-1401 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this!! Yesterday we were at Airforce Museum in Ysterplaat where they had a show. In the museum we saw a video playing (at that stage we saw how they climbed of the plane and reunited with their families) but we had no idea what the video was about so we walked on. At 1pm they started the Shackelton and it was very impressive. So last night my husband decided to search about this plane, as he knew about this one that fell in the desert. He searched and found these videos on KZfaq and I couldn't believe that you created these videos. We have been following you for years and love your 4x4 stories. We watched it now and enjoyed it. Thank you for these amazing videos!! Unfortunately we saw nothing about this crash at the museum. 😢 So if my husband didn't know about this and searched some more, we would never have known.

@abundantYOUniverse 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastically well done. This was just incredible. Thanks so much.

@seanworkman431 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you to all involved, just wonderful.

@user-td1zo3tv9p 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent film and tribute to a Lost Comrade. I'm very happy that all crewmembers survived the crash and returned home to be with those they Love. May God Bless them one and all!