North American P-51D Flight

North American P-51D Flight - Sarah Rovner

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4 жыл бұрын

A few years back we had a "Fly with Kermit" sweepstakes, where one winner would take a ride with me in the Fieseler Storch. Our prize winner was Sarah Rovner, who thought she was just going to get a Storch ride, but as things turned out, she got a whole lot more. I was doing some flight demonstrations that day for FoF guests, and I decided to take Sarah along with me in the Sikorsky S-39, . . . the Curtiss Pusher, . . . and to top it all off, . . . the P-51D Mustang. She was pleasantly surprised to say the least. Check out her P-51 flight here. In the future, maybe we'll release some of the S-39 and Pusher flights. Who knows, maybe we'll even do another sweepstakes or raffle sometime. Stay tuned!
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@banshee8989 4 жыл бұрын

12:07 "it was the most amazing thing Ive done in my life" Kermit points to boyfriend or husband and says "your not doing your job" . I love it. Kermit seems like a down to earth kind of guy.

@yamahonkawazuki 4 жыл бұрын

@Cr6479 ehhthe grammar police battalion havent shown u-p here in awhile . youre good

@willamcombs1106 4 жыл бұрын

I just Love the way she breaks into a HUGE smile as soon as the Power came up.

@jimburig7064 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most beautiful P-51s in existence. Every detail is absolutely perfect.

@GlassTopRX7 4 жыл бұрын

His P51 B\C is pretty mint, painted in red tails colors. The razor back gives it that vintage look with all the polished metal.

@cecillanter3207 4 жыл бұрын

Sarah Rovner now is a commercial pilot flying 757 and 767s

@benjigault9043 2 жыл бұрын

She lives out at Sport Flyers in Brookshire, TX. I sold her a set of jacks for her Baron a few months ago. Very nice, and she is a heck of a pilot!

@akie64 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic clip Kermit, just watching the joy on Sarah's face was enough, really uplifting. What an honour and privilege to fly in such a beautiful machine with a cool dude at the helm.

@CraigLYoung 4 жыл бұрын

It's nice to see after all these years that you are still as crisp in your maneuvers as you were in the 70's.

@erikjohnson2976 2 жыл бұрын

I would give various parts of my anatomy to hitch a ride in that beautiful gem of an aircraft. P-51D has always been my face. Beautiful flying!

@B60IN3 4 жыл бұрын

This flight made me so happy for Sarah! Thank you for giving her this thrill. If someone told me I had won such a honor I would faint!

@alyciamarrison2916 4 жыл бұрын

Its lovely to see, it looks like Kermit really enjoys doing good for other people. He has his heart I the right place what a nice guy.

@nigelohr 4 жыл бұрын

Ahhh the stuff dreams are made of. You're one BIG hearted Aviator, Kermit - power to you, friend!

@andrewwaterman9240 4 жыл бұрын

That was nice. Sarah obviously really appreciated her ride!

@thewrenchreviews9986 4 жыл бұрын

You are a man that makes dreams come true for many folks. Well done sir.

@lancairw867 4 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite sounds in aviation 👍🏼. Along with a radial engine start up and a Huey Helicopter 🚁

@56Spookdog 4 жыл бұрын

As much as I love the P-51D the smile on Sarah’s face at the 5 minute mark while doing the flyby made the video.

@HighFlight2k2 4 жыл бұрын

My CFI from back in the 90's had quite a few hours flying them. He said there was nothing like when you first apply the power. Her expression at the beginning of the takeoff run backed that up. My hope is to someday experience that. Way to go Kermit! And thank you for sharing.

@whotknots 4 жыл бұрын

Full marks to you Kermit, the range of expressions on Sarah's face are eloquent of absolute delight and her obvious joy is infectious. It was Immensely pleasing to read that she has gone on to a successful career in aviation! How pleasing it must be for you to know you contribute to the dreams of others who love all things aviation related coming true.

@robertmalone2745 4 жыл бұрын

The smile on her face...Well done Kermit!

@crstothard 4 жыл бұрын

What an amazing day she must have had!!! Awesome and pretty cool! Greetings from NYC!

@seegurke93 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to fly a war bird... until then I will continue to do line flying the good old 737 800. Love it. Greetings from Germany

@angelreading5098 4 жыл бұрын

A kind and generous man,great P-51 ride !

@CS_247 3 жыл бұрын

The range of aircraft that Kermit is checked out on is truly astounding. Anything from wood and fabric biplanes to warbirds, and huge flying boats too. I just love his enthusiasm to share them with everyone too. Wonderful. Thank you!

@Tac0caT0 4 жыл бұрын

The story of Cripes Amighty, and George Preddy is both amazing and sad. It’s pretty cool to see a P-51D that pays homage to his story!

@sgtstedanko7186 Жыл бұрын

My old flight instructors grandpa was the pilot of Cripes Amighty

@adamwhite3584 4 жыл бұрын

This dude wins at Life. I love it.

@CatalinaThePirate 4 жыл бұрын

FanTAStic! If anything, her big, wide grin is enough, but to be able to experience this vicariously through a camera in the cockpit, well... Mr. Weeks, you are a class act.

@snakeskinproductions7500 3 жыл бұрын

You are truly a man among men, and the epitome of "paying it forward" My hats off to you sir. P.S. I think the 51 helps too...lol

@the1realanalogman 4 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic memory you gave her Kermit! My face hurts from smiling! BTW: Sweet 4 point!!!

@USNVA11 4 жыл бұрын

Flying with Kermit in a P-51 ... awesome ! The smile on that lady’s face during and after the flight .... priceless ! 😃

@4351steve 4 жыл бұрын

Sarah has a great story in aviation. I first met her on Facebook after she got out of the service. It has been a lot of fun to watch her begin by getting her Private Pilot certification and move into the role of Professional Pilot.

@carlnietoweise4653 4 жыл бұрын

My Da was a P.O.W. in the pacific and I'm gonna quote him: " There's nothing like the sound of a Merlin. ....it sounds like Freedom! When we heard Mustangs over head, we knew freedom wasn't too far off"! Lucky Sarah!

@mikehalm164 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, Sarah was/is lucky, but in the mid 90's so was I. I flew as a passanger a few times in Moombeam McSwine then owned by the late/great Vlado Lenoch. Every flight was eventful; aerobatics, flying near a thunderstorm, which caused us to divert, land and stay overnight in Marquokata Iowa. Then returning to home base early the next morning after a IFR flight in solid IMC. Another day flying with Vlado, we were on short final into Schamburg IL when I spied a Cessna off the right wing. It was so close that I could see the schocked expressions of the pilot and his pax. I hit the intercomm and before I could get to the do of Vlado the power came SMOOTHLY up for the go around. I stress smoothly because, as I've been told, a sudden and full application of power will cause a slow and dirtied up P-51 to torque roll. Not a good thing to have happen at >400' AGL Finally, while I agree there's nothing like the sound of a Merlin, I'm sure the other side did not appreciate it's music. Nor did I just one time when as a low time Stearman driver I was giving a ride to a friend's father in law. I didn't know that Vlado and Moombeam were lurking nearby. Just as I was pitching up for the flare to land there was a sudden and incredible burst of sound. TUNDEROUS! I cringed, thinking I was about to be eaten by a very big Ham Standard propellar. Just terrifying, but a safe landing was accomplished, despite a very high pucker factor on my part.

@bradsparks6008 4 жыл бұрын

Kermit you are a legend flying p51s and plenty of other unique aircraft. I cant even imagine waking up walking into my own hanger and getting my p51 out

@SevenRavens007 3 жыл бұрын

Great to see wealthy guys sharing the enjoyment with regular people.

@wn6904k 4 жыл бұрын

Lucky lady !!!!!!! Love the Mustang and the sound of the rolls.................thanks for posting this at last

@capnpete1154 4 жыл бұрын

Color me green with envy! Congrats, Sarah!

@tf51d 4 жыл бұрын

Always love watching your Mustang videos, I flew one of those Low Level Passes over FOF with Lee Lauderback on Crazy Horse back in 96, you can really feel the speed of the Mustang flying that low!!

@KerboOnYT 4 жыл бұрын

That grin on her face when you throttled up for takeoff, awesome 😀

@7ACtailwheelav8tor 4 жыл бұрын

I just ran across this video and it made me smile all the way to the end! Brought back great memories of a Mustang ride that I took in the mid 90's with a gentleman named Butch Schroeder. The Mustang was "North American Maid" now know as "Mad Max". Of all the different aircraft that I have been fortunate enough to ride in, I have to say the Mustang absolutely tops the list! Thank you Kermit for all that you've done to not only preserve so many vintage aircraft, but to keep them in flying condition! Great video...made my day!

@ryanj7517 4 жыл бұрын

That Merlin paired with that airframe is just magic.

@merlin51h84 4 жыл бұрын

Know exactly how she felt. It was certainly a huge buzz for me when I flew in a 51. One of life’s greatest pleasures!

@n3307v 4 жыл бұрын

Flying is always more fun you when you share it.

@steveshoemaker6347 4 жыл бұрын

She was a champ for sure....Thanks Kermit...Flying was my greatest freedom ever over the sky's of Vietnam l miss it.....l will be 77 years old soon...Thanks again my friend...!!

@kencohagen4967 4 жыл бұрын

When's my turn??? She's so graceful in the air. I'd be begging for a barrel roll, loop, and split S, maybe an emmelman! Whatever the plane was capable of, including coming in from behind the hangar and buzzing the crowd at full throttle! Honestly, Kermit is one hell of a nice guy. His love of aircraft and the mission of sharing his collection with people is incredible. Thanks for preserving these grand old ladies so the my kids and some day my grandkids can see them. I'll never forget my first trip to the Air Force Museum in Dayton Ohio. I discovered the world of aviation and fell in love with a P39 they have one display. During my last trip she was still there but needed a major cleaning, and 30 years after my first trip almost to the day, I fell in love with so many more aircraft. I talked to one of the museums volunteers who gave me a look inside a B24 named Strawberry Bitch and a B 29 like the one he flew in during WWII. He had so much he wanted to share. I could have stayed there all day, but my wife would get bored as hell, although she went through the POW exhibit with a fine toothed comb. No Doubr Kermit loves these aircraft as much as any enthusiast! Thank you Sir!

@kentmiller6924 4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad we’ve got folk with a little more disposable income and an appreciation for our heritage of flight who keep these historic planes flying to inspire future generations to do the same.

@blackbirdpie217 4 жыл бұрын

I think including all the other planes was a great idea. I'd also love to ride in the Curtiss.. pretty cool all of them.

@marinussnijder7941 4 жыл бұрын

Kermit it must feel absolutely great to share this passion for flying a P51 mustang. I could see youre Joy behind the concentration on youre face. Nice!

@lilgeos777 4 жыл бұрын

Gotta love that p-51! Must of been a helluva ride!

@mindblownwatcher8536 4 жыл бұрын

Kermit giving her a Top Shelf ride! What a day of a lifetime she had.

@davidmorgan858 4 жыл бұрын

The smile at the end says it all. Who wouldn’t be super impressed fly in a P-51

@larryepperly4172 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you kermit,the perpetual smile on sarahs face ,i do fantasize it was me.

@RunFast64 4 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah....you made her day. You're the best Kermit.

@cbcalk 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! Kermit, you made some dreams come true that day. What a wonderful experience. Outstanding!!

@mikeilkenhons8896 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing... I felt great when I owned a ‘64 TR-4 and a ‘69 TR-6 at the same time and could decide which one I wanted to drive each day. Kermit Week’s goes out and decides which one of his amazing collection to fly... That is class...

@Promethesis 4 жыл бұрын

That was one lucky gal! Thanks for sharing Kermit!

@derrickgullage4403 4 жыл бұрын

I am sooooooo jealous. The mustang is one of a handful of my favourite aircraft. I've seen a few at different air shows. But to get a ride in one would be a ride of a lifetime. She's a lucky lady.

@Steve-xf4uv 4 жыл бұрын

That is one beautiful machine; and you are a helluva pilot. Great video and if you have another sweepstakes, I'm in !!

@steveb6103 4 жыл бұрын

It would be a dream come true for anyone who love's the old warbirds . Keep them flying Mr Weeks.

@alexbrigden4587 4 жыл бұрын

Just fantastic you are able to share this experience with Sarah. She is very lucky. I think she will remember this for the rest of her life.

@martinsorra6529 3 жыл бұрын

O.....M......G! I would give just about anything to be in her seat. AMAZING!

@5xls 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Kermit! And young lady, you have just lived my dream.

@halcopeland1462 4 жыл бұрын

What an awesome treat flying in a P51 with the Man himself!! Such a lucky girl!!! Congratulations and thank you for sharing!!!

@kranson8514 4 жыл бұрын

Kermit 's focus face was on, the sound on the flybys only a piston engines give & the rich mixture of unspent fuel on landing crack pop Awesome Thanks for sharing.😉

@jerrytee2688 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, please release the other footage, she looked so happy in this video. Great job.

@pwrplnt1975 2 жыл бұрын

What an AMAZING aircraft and my favorite warbird!

@yassermasood3423 4 жыл бұрын

That is one mean machine and those rolls and 4 points were awesome. World aerobatic champion and gymnastic champion. Great video

@gryfandjane 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic. And MAN, is that a gorgeous P-51!

@jsullivan9238 3 жыл бұрын

There are only two ways to get a girl to SMILE like that. She was blown away when you moved that GO-BABY lever forward. :)

@bingnowtv 4 жыл бұрын

Ok, I won't say anything until I get over there and find you... LOL (kidding) How many planes in one day? Awesome stuff. Lucky Lucky Lucky day right there!! Thanks so much for all of your flying videos. I grew up close to Van Nuys Airport as a kid and loved watching the planes come in right from the backyard... and NO, you can't talk over a C-130 coming in for a landing. LOL The Air National Guard was Van Nuys back in the day. *1st time I went to Fantasy of Flight you just flew overhead and landed the Stork. I got the tour of your awesome airplanes & Museum and then (hint and praise for you) I had the best Tuna Salad Sandwich and fries & a coke I had ever tasted. The gift shop was so cool also. 2nd time I stopped in, place was closed but you had a surprise book signing & I was lucky enough to meet you and get the book for my friends kid. Can't wait to visit again, but without a mask on would be nice! best...

@ReZiN8R 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the vid. That engine sounds beautiful!

@Paughco 4 жыл бұрын

Kermie: You definitely showed class on that one! Also, I like the way that your airplane, even though it's a two-seater, doesn't have that bulbous canopy that many of the two-seat conversions have.

@warrenchambers4819 3 жыл бұрын

Long live George Preddy. And our other hero Mr kermit Weeks. Thank you Kermit for all you do.

@donaldholman9070 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! Good for her and good of you. Great video. Thank you!

@laertesl4324 4 жыл бұрын

Watching these videos you almost forget these marvelous planes are 70+ years old.

@mattinsley1721 4 жыл бұрын

Happy Veterans Day Sarah. What a day that must have been. Thanks for sharing Kermit.

@dan_1003 4 жыл бұрын

Kermit, that was fantastic...P-51 Mustang “Cadillac of the Sky” I can't wait for my next trip to FL...here I come FOF.

@txnetcop 4 жыл бұрын

That will be the flight of her dreams. The Sikorsky and Pusher had to be fun but that P-51 flight was the cherry on top!

@brianduval8664 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Kermit, how do you not have a big 'ol smile flying that amazing warbird?!?

@JayStClair-mh5wv 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. What an opportunity. I would give anything for a ride with Kermit..in ANY of his warbirds. Great job Sarah.

@timcastle165 4 жыл бұрын

Very happy for her, that was a wonderful thing you guys did!! My wife and I are planning a trip to Florida in January 2020 and I’m making a visit to Fantasy of Flight a priority stop! Love those old planes and their history!

@KermitWeeks444 4 жыл бұрын

Be sure to check our schedule to make sure the Museum Lite is open when you're there. www.fantasyofflight.com/collection/contact-info/2015-calendar/

@jimmcdonald7863 4 жыл бұрын

I love the P 51 Mustang and the beautiful Rolls Royce Merlin engine

@hillbillyhobopowders6239 4 жыл бұрын

The stuff dreams are made of. Any person would love this adventure!!!! HeHe I'm so jealous but so happy she had an Awesome time!!!

@shortribslongbow5312 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome flight thanks for taking me along. :o)

@chrispalmer5662 4 жыл бұрын

Love the way you share your stuff K..... :)

@remi1au 4 жыл бұрын

Very lucky lady ! .. thank you Kermit for this video and your generosity.

@donmoore7785 4 жыл бұрын

The P51 is such a cool plane.

@motorTranz 4 жыл бұрын

Very classy! Thank you.

@dronemonkey2038 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible day out.

@Tree_Dee 4 жыл бұрын

I love the song that Merlin sings as he passes by.....

@FroggyFrog9000 4 жыл бұрын

Really awesome flight!! :)

@quimshtgclg 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely the best prop fighter ever built . Love that P51!

@ronhatcher7734 4 жыл бұрын

another great video.

@MrBook123456 4 жыл бұрын

great video to watch

@Lithonion1 4 жыл бұрын

That would be amazing. Oldest planes I have flown in, Ford Tri-Motor, Cessna 195, and a Eurocoupe. Got some stick time in the 195, that was pretty cool. Bucket list is get a flight in a B-17. Can't wait to see what you have in store for Fantasy of Flight.

@Buck1954 4 жыл бұрын

Bucket list to ride in a P-51D

@cliffleigh7450 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds a lot better outside than inside!

@mitchlondon8316 4 жыл бұрын

What a great sound!

@mikeh4800 4 жыл бұрын

How cool. Very nice of you.

@chrishigdon1070 4 жыл бұрын

that was nice kermit and she had a big smile

@scottamcfarland 4 жыл бұрын

That’s a beautiful P51

@chevychase3103 4 жыл бұрын

If that was me along for the ride I would have had to pick the bugs out of my teeth when he open the canopy from the constant grin!

@dlsmallenginerepair 4 жыл бұрын

What a lucky lady!

@-AV8R- 4 жыл бұрын

I just had lunch with her today at the Bombardier Safety Standdown and commented that I see her everywhere. If she's not ferrying an aircraft over the Atlantic, she's piloting a Boeing to Europe, or writing a piece for Flying magazine...and now she's flying in a P-51D in Florida! I said that she must have clones because she's everywhere!