Pulling 7G’s in an F-18 Fighter Jet With the US Navy Blue Angels
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Күн бұрынExperience flying an F-18 Super Hornet with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels!
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VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Introduction
0:45 F-18 Walkaround
5:45 Fat Albert
6:40 My Favorite Part
7:29 My F-18 Flight
12:30 7G Passout
13:11 Final Maneuvers/Landing
14:15 Conclusion
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@SamEckholm 7 ай бұрын
Hope you enjoyed this one! What aircraft would you like to ride in if you had the chance?
@MusketeerTed 7 ай бұрын
I would love to fly the F-35!!!! It can do anything and is so fast!!!
@johnchornyTheOnly 7 ай бұрын
B-2 or 1 would be a treat
@S1su 7 ай бұрын
Su-57 so I could tell NATO all of it’s secrets
@jefferyjerry9623 7 ай бұрын
raptor
@redpyro217 7 ай бұрын
If they were more around and available I would love to fly an f-14
@theflyingswissman2069 7 ай бұрын
Sam nearly passing out and the captain speaks like it’s nothing 😂, love it! 🔥🔥
@billyb9089 7 ай бұрын
He did pass out but totally understandable.
@BlackEagle352 6 ай бұрын
Man i would pass out at 1.1G lmao
@numl6ck_ 6 ай бұрын
@@BlackEagle352 💀💀
@owleeva 6 ай бұрын
I’m passing out just by watching! 😩
@surf101- 5 ай бұрын
Pilot is a professional, interviewer is a rookie! Nothing surprising about rookie passing out!!!
@Progs420 7 ай бұрын
Crazy that the pilot just talks normally while Sam has to try to breathe while those g's hit!!! Mad respect!
@tacodias 6 ай бұрын
He talks normally and more clearly than the guy flying the 737s
@teslamymaeve8407 6 ай бұрын
💯😂😂🤣⚰️
@machibesalamy9424 3 ай бұрын
That was so awesome 👍🏼😎 wow 😲😳.love it. It's anyway if you can hook us up. Think about it.
@hasaniennis442 7 ай бұрын
That was intense, brother!!!😮 Mad respect! You took 7gs man, whoo! Much, respect to the Blue Angles - what a ride!!!
@Nyra890 7 ай бұрын
He passed the USAFA and he is an air force officer what were you expecting 😂😅
@Ayman-pe4co 7 ай бұрын
@@Nyra890he is a camera man
@dylman5744 7 ай бұрын
Dude he can be happy that the pilot didn’t bust the G-Limiter! 10Gs would have destroyed me and him…😂😅
@mrspecs9211 7 ай бұрын
@@dylman5744 dont think theyre allowed to outside of combat, cos theres a reason the Gs are limited - that stuff can bend the airframe
@Zaiyts 6 ай бұрын
Angels*
@linuvil4873 7 ай бұрын
Dude is just talking to you normally while you die 😂😂😂
@rodriguezrogelio96 7 ай бұрын
This guy🤣tbh I was watching the video then homie just passed out I was like is this part of the show😮
@Your_TribalChief 3 ай бұрын
It literally feels like your ribs are gonna collapse
@mattleclair5520 7 ай бұрын
major respect for you and all fighter pilots out there!!! The majority of people don't realize how much work goes into flying a fighter jet !!!!
@emarchelo 7 ай бұрын
No shit. Its not a bike lol
@cherise5848 5 ай бұрын
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😢😂😮🎉😅😂😊lol😅
@darthbane6021 3 ай бұрын
The fact the pilot is talking to you while you’re struggling just shows how amazing these dudes truly are.
@Chihuahuauno1 9 күн бұрын
Not really, it’s just all about tolerance and doing it over and over and over. Don’t make it more than it really is bro!
@peters6454 7 ай бұрын
7gs is no joke! Incredible pilots and airplanes!
@specialopssoldier1 12 күн бұрын
hell imagine hitting 9 lol.. i remember tito this former UFC fighter hit it at 9 g
@suicidepilot 7 ай бұрын
The pilot just casually talking Sam through a 6g turn was fun to watch
@JesiErin 5 ай бұрын
I love how humble they are. I imagine it takes a high level of humility to master something so difficult as part of a such a synchronized team. No room for ego.
@insanepolarbear 7 ай бұрын
13:02 - "Hey Sam, how are you doing?" - "Good". While at the same time, tilting the head like an owl, haha. For real though, it looks like a workout. It's impressive how the pilot is having a normal conversation while pulling those G's.
@AndyHoltOutdoorUniversity 7 ай бұрын
My dad was the naval aviator for 21 years. Grew up in the 60s and 70s watching the Blues from Hawaii to California in Virginia. Much respect for the entire team the way they represent us. You did an awesome job in the backseat of number 7!
@shykj8892 7 ай бұрын
Blue Angels! WIthout a single doubt, my favorite alongside the Black Eagles. It is insane to see how daringly skilled pilots show off their performance that has been acquired in no other than repeating of trainings, trainings, and trainings. Kudos to Sam, engineers, air controllers, and everyone associated behind the video.
@rodriguezrogelio96 7 ай бұрын
Black Eagles another show stopper?😳how come I’ve never heard of them the name already gives me bad ass vibes haha
@goonietoons2-797 7 ай бұрын
Don’t forget the Thunder birds 🔥🔥🔥
@alexlohan2988 7 ай бұрын
Not Sam passed out in front of the most beautiful backdrop and music combo there has ever been. You fought hard! Very cool video and experience!
@ImARealHumanPerson 7 ай бұрын
I've never thought about it before Sam mentioned it. But it's wild how he's able to talk while pulling like that. Just a normal day at the office for them.
@Because_Reasons 7 ай бұрын
It's incredibly to think about how much sheer athleticism it takes to fly, can't even imagine dog-fighting. Not only do you have to have the tactics, you have to be an absolute Olympic level athlete.
@aftech7268 7 ай бұрын
I used to work with pilots on F16s and F15s and i respect the work these guys do
@chrisc765 7 ай бұрын
hes TALKING during those G's those pilots are awesome
@BryanBrosGolf 7 ай бұрын
Freakin great work Sam!!!
@SamEckholm 7 ай бұрын
🙏🏼
@alex-cf4dy 4 ай бұрын
Wow these guys must be so physically fit if they can keep a conversation going at 7 Gs while Sam looked like he was on his 500th push up then passes out lol
@onelostpilot6880 7 ай бұрын
Hey Sam...you are a brave guy, dude! Those maneuvers are crazy and those guys in the Blue Angels team perform that routine every time there is an airshow around. Superhumans, and super pilots!
@mikebutler7605 3 ай бұрын
The pilot never lost a breath. Go NAVY. They are awesome.
@jamesmattingly6089 Ай бұрын
Man what an experience that would be. And you let us take part in it all. Thank you. Great video. Godbless!
@BenHuntsman 7 ай бұрын
Dude that was some real G-force, nice job
@jdslipknot 7 ай бұрын
8:40 Fighter jets doing unrestricted climb will never get old.
@nate2807 2 ай бұрын
I'm pretty sure it was LCDR Zimmerman who did the narrating during a Blue Angels demonstration in Duluth MN summer of 2023. Apart from his aviation creds, I was also impressed by his articulation, poise, and honestly, keen memory. There is a lot that the narrator says and he spoke it all without skipping a beat, seemed so comfortable and natural. Was also great to hear one of the pilots was from MN. Our entire home state was very proud of her. Very inspiring.
@michaelchimenti4989 7 ай бұрын
Saw the Blue Angels show at Guardians of Freedom in Lincoln, NE last month. LCDR Zimmerman did a fantastic job as narrator for the show. He knew the names and home towns of every single person on the team by memory, and he presented a 30 minute show without missing a beat using no notes. Military precision at its finest :)
@PirateAndArmadaCo 4 ай бұрын
Live in Pensacola and get to watch their practices all the time on the water. These are the best of the best when it comes to naval aviation. I've been fortunate to meet quite a few of them, and they are all great people.
@chandlercampbell9146 25 күн бұрын
Saw the Blues when I was maybe 8-9 yrs old. Military air show my mil dad took me to that I’ll never forget. They did a high speed low altitude pass. Maybe 15-20 ft off the ground and so close I remember thinking I could have reached out and touched the wing. Truly incredible aviators. Dust coming off the runway and then did a straight vertical pull up to 20,000. Insane pilots, nothing but respect for these guys and what they do.
@Sampoel 7 ай бұрын
Respect to blue angles for agreeing to this video. and as always undefined high cinematic videography, I have visited Belgian airforce days today and then saw your video, finished my day
@liamburke1436 7 ай бұрын
"You navy guys inspired me to join the airforce"
@SamEckholm 7 ай бұрын
The military
@mr.ajayjose 7 ай бұрын
Watched Blue Angels at Toronto last week. These guys are too good - I was grinning ear to ear everytime they flew by. Oh sneak passes are awesome.
@rajivg9997 7 ай бұрын
Me too! Caught them at YYZ on the Labour day Monday morning for take off and return. Got some great shots
@TWCobraMusic17 Ай бұрын
I've been a huge fan and supporter of the US Navy Blue Angels for many years. 20 years of my life I loved them. I actually met the pilots when I was a kid. My aunt got me in to meet them and I also got a small toy aircraft of one of the Blue Angels Autographed. I salute the US Navy and the rest of our Armed Forces of the United States of America.
@fly69er1 7 ай бұрын
Wow 4gs and the pilot kept talking without even trying to catch his breath mad respect.
@anaquanaut 7 ай бұрын
So COOL! Thank You pilot Thomas Zimmerman "Franz Blue Angel 7" & entire United States Navy Blue Angels F-18 Super Hornet Precision Team, Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida & Scott Air Force Base, St. Clair County, Illinois, USA
@manishmohanta916 7 ай бұрын
Hey Sam… congratulations on becoming a 7g club member!!! I can relate that g lock with you.. and the cold air u feel on ur face and feeling of weightlessness ,,, awesome dude ur g -strainings were good… keep on showing such awesome videos!! Awesome 👍🏼
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@Coasterdude02149 29 күн бұрын
This was the absolute coolest! Mad respect to the pilots for the discipline it takes to pilot those amazing jets and you for getting the chance to experience it!
@wayneyadams 6 ай бұрын
6:59 Pilots steer ships, AVIATORS fly airplanes. Those men are Naval Aviators, the best flyers in the world, bar none. The F-18 Both the Legacy and Super hornet are insane aircraft. Imagine flying vertically upward.
@-Muhammad_Ali- 5 ай бұрын
Now, that gives a huge appreciation to pilots' abilities when they do the actual dogfight or when they try to shake off a missile from their back. Amazing how many struggle goes with your body when they show those nice tricks in airshows.
@rikelmeumana4980 7 ай бұрын
Can't believe the blue angels pilot is talking while pulling 4-6 gs 😅
@monicaw5036 3 ай бұрын
Those men are flipping AMAZING!! Dude you did a great job hanging in there.
@davidwolf226 7 ай бұрын
💙 This is to honor "Bert" and all of the F-18 Super Hornet crews. What an awesome experience flying in that Super Hornet, Sam. And, I was impressed with your Hicks maneuver, too. Not bad for a first-timer. 👍
@1900intz 7 ай бұрын
Sam. That was AMAZING! Thank you for taking us along for one hell of a ride. And total respect for the Blue Angels.
@jdjr3640 5 ай бұрын
Went to school in Pensacola and went to the air show twice. Even got to see low pass practice flybys at school on occasion. It’s the most exhilarating and impressive demonstration I’ve ever witnessed. Your chest is rattled by the engines, hearing muffled (definitely wear ear protection) and your heart pounding. If you ever have the opportunity, you must experience the greatest air superiority show in the world.
@j.wickhamzimmerman60 7 ай бұрын
Thomas is my son, and it was great that a friend sent me this video. You did a great job, Sam!
@SamEckholm 7 ай бұрын
He’s a legend!
@B_9kn 7 ай бұрын
How amazing! Watching these videos give me chills! How incredibly badass! I hope in some lifetime I will be able to experience this! I hope you feel proud every time you see these legendary pilots! Real life superheroes!
@noahharrison2717 3 ай бұрын
Went to the Scott afb air show and seeing this whole video was just joyfull memories
@IANSFIGHTERPICS_YT 7 ай бұрын
I’ve studied so much about these guys. It really incredible how they fly. Also, love the bud dude.
@andresryan5901 7 ай бұрын
Andres
@andrewj9831 7 ай бұрын
Sam, forgot to mention that "Bert" also performs at shows too if she can. As her main focus is transport, and show support, she doesn't do all the shows. Best chances are the practice show, and the first day of a weekend visit. As the 2nd day, they tend to start parking for the return trip home....
@lancefrasier200 8 күн бұрын
As a person who experienced the same thing.. that 7+G is extremely hard for any person or pilot… except these aviators here. I did see where you were flying in the “newer” blue angels.. superhornet. Congrats on that flight of a lifetime.
@augl2702 7 ай бұрын
Amazing production as always, brother! What an amazing opportunity. Thanks for sharing it with us!
@Ronald7077 4 ай бұрын
How amazing is that. Can any reviewer beat that clip in 2023. You Tube needs to have category awards for these types of clips.
@Minecraft-gw1jv 7 ай бұрын
Wow… Respect for you man. That takes ALOT.. you did amazing! Props to the Pilot for being an absolute Stud!!
@scottficorilli859 7 ай бұрын
So much respect for these guys! So humble and appreciative. Love it! Great video!
@sweynforkbeardtraindude 4 ай бұрын
FLY NAVY!🇺🇸 From an USAF brat, who’s Pops drove a BUFF! Major props to you bro!
@mjohnson9563 7 ай бұрын
Another excellent video Sam. What a way to see you fight through all of those Gs. That was amazing. All four branches have some kind of air power and all of it is very cool and helps make our military the best.
@jake.spencer 7 ай бұрын
Love that these pilots just casually pull 6G and stay having normal conversations.
@filetofish 7 ай бұрын
bro how is the pilot just having a casual conversation while your about to pass out
@jacobb3063 7 ай бұрын
Air shows and monster truck rally’s. Things that make me feel like a kid again. Love this vid
@amandajoslin-kk5zc 6 ай бұрын
These guys are absolutely amazing! I grew watching them as a military brat. You seriously got the opportunity of a lifetime to get to ride along. As an Air Force kiddo living on a C-130 airbase, I appreciate Fat Albert getting some love 😊.
@Timmysyt 4 ай бұрын
Bert gets the praise of being the delivery man that never goes out of time
@aconfusedazn 7 ай бұрын
Awesome video Sam! We can really feel the excitement! What an honor.
@limvo1260 3 ай бұрын
OMG, that must be an incredible experience. Those pilots are truly extraordinary, flying at inches apart and doing crazy maneuvers. Thank you!
@sweatplayz5331 7 ай бұрын
This is amazing! I personally know one of the Blue Angels. Number 2, his name is Chris, callsign "Cheese." Its amazing what they do.
@DeclanCW 7 ай бұрын
Watched them over the labour day weekend at the Canadian international airshow, amazing performance.
@mreed1685 7 ай бұрын
Amazing video, and that flight looked intense. Outstanding video production as always, but the flight itself was really impressive because they obviously didn't go easy on you.
@kaydenchan7093 7 ай бұрын
I watched the Blue Angels in San Francisco last year. It’s a yearly tradition to have an air show over there.
@chogrd 7 ай бұрын
Man you always know the videos I wanna see! Great work Sam stay safe out there
@D6EH 7 ай бұрын
The Blue Angles are truly amazing.
@ScottHirons 7 ай бұрын
That was one of the best VIP ride videos I've seen. Great job all around!
@christinebarnes3493 7 ай бұрын
No punches pulled! Bravo 💙
@MattHuey 7 ай бұрын
i couldnt do it!! my anxiety would be freaking!!😂😂 and puking!😬🙏 So God Bless those pilots!!🇺🇲🇺🇲
@Volstrekthoon 7 ай бұрын
I saw the blue angels at a air show in Seattle during my trip to America in the summer vacation and it was the number 1 best thing I have ever seen in my life absolutely amazing video I really enjoy the content keep up the good work
@ronaldmiller2740 7 ай бұрын
SAM,, ALL RESPECT FAT ALBERT !!! HE'S A GREAT FLYER AND PULLS HIS WEIGHT AND TAKES ON OTHERS,, BIG MACHINE!!. THANKS...G- METER IT LOOKS LIKE YOUR IN SPACE TURNS AND MORE TURNS,, SAMS A REAL TOP GUN..PEACE....
@bcrcndr 4 ай бұрын
Wow. What a ride! thank you for bringing us along. Thank you to all service men and women.
@cosmin_budda 7 ай бұрын
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS!!! LOVE FROM ROMANIA.
@jamesmcd71 12 күн бұрын
Good job. 7Gs ant no joke. I got a ride with the Thunderbirds back in 2014. I was young and stupid, so I told my piolet I could handle anything he could. He knocked me out on the initial climb. It was brutal. But I loved it.
@ahadmir23 7 ай бұрын
Dude so much respect to you for this
@goatie2913 7 ай бұрын
Very envious. I worked at many airports for nearly 40 yrs, ARFF. Had flts in quite a few different ACFT but never a military jet. You are one very fortunate young man.
@zckegi8943 7 ай бұрын
That must have been awesome, wow! Honestly, flying in a (fighter) jet is probably the only dream I have (or rocket, but that is doubtless the next level tho). Great video Sam, I am always excited to see new one!
@aviation-action 7 ай бұрын
Some of the best aviation videos are on this channel... AMAZING WORK!
@joshb1275 7 ай бұрын
One thing I’m miss most about being security forces was just sitting on the flight line guarding these beautiful airplanes . F22s , thunderbirds and blue angels were out at Hickam. It’s crazy to think the job I hated most is one I miss the most . Love your videos keep up the good work .
@Edwilliamjr 7 ай бұрын
What a great video, I love naval aviation and this ride with the blue angels was amazing, great content!
@alipourgholam1739 7 ай бұрын
Wow Lovely ride We are really proud of these pilots who defending our country.
@allahnab Ай бұрын
Blue angels are here in Fairfield, CA practicing today 3/14. Watching from my backyard💙
@estellemelodimitchell8259 7 ай бұрын
Awesome video Sam for featuring the Blue Angels!
@kirbydavis3466 7 ай бұрын
Great video Sam and thanks for sharing this awesome journey of yours, not only on the F18 but for everything you do. ❤ My preferred aircraft to ride would be more on WWII planes.
@Hwatzka2 7 ай бұрын
Born and raised in Pensacola. I always loved seeing the Blue Angels fly overhead weekly for practice
@quentix8961 7 ай бұрын
i love your content you put so much effort in your videos you so underrated you every aviation geek should know about you
@Matt-jc8rq 7 ай бұрын
This must have been awesome! Thanks for sharing this! Great video, professionally done!
@phantomf4747 7 ай бұрын
"GOODNIGHT"! That was awesome Sam!
@ChrisSprenger. 7 ай бұрын
You did so good !!!! Great video btw. Thanks for the upload.
@masonkelley2367 7 ай бұрын
I was there when you filmed this! My JROTC was at camp and watching that day (yellow shirts). Such a cool video and hope to do that soon!
@robertcoyne8034 7 ай бұрын
That's awesome! Stoked for you, 7 is so professional.
@larrywjohnson 7 ай бұрын
It's a rush just watching you experience the G's! Outstanding video, sir!
@stuartrollings602 7 ай бұрын
Howdy again! Have to add that this was an amazing educational episode and thanks to you and the entire Blue Angel community! Yehaw and saddle up!
@danaredditt5609 14 күн бұрын
You are an incredibley brave man! 😲 I've always admired the blue angels. Y'all are amazing!
@bicycle697 7 ай бұрын
Fantastic man!!!! Great job.
@serverninjas 7 ай бұрын
That had to be an amazing experience. Thanks for sharing it with us.
@levysrugo6861 7 ай бұрын
That colorful helmet reflection is stunning 🤩
@IndyNavy_ 7 ай бұрын
I was waiting for naptime, you handled that better than most Sam. Kudos!
@TTOS69 7 ай бұрын
My cousin was a Blue Angel! So cool to see them perform. Imagine them in combat... 😮
@letzUploadit 7 ай бұрын
such an amazing experience loved this.
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