Shot Down Pilot Bravely Radioed Wingman about a SAM While Taking Fire

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Colonel William F. Andrews is one of the most decorated airmen of the 1991 Gulf War. He received the Air Force Cross for heroism after he was shot down on February 28, 1991. He was captured and held prisoner for eight days, for which he received the POW Medal. Col. Andrews also received the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor for his actions during Desert Storm.
This interview was recorded in 2011. In 2015, Colonel Andrews passed away. His legacy will not be forgotten.
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@roygilbert2080 5 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed watching this interview. Bill and I flew EF-111s together at Mt. Home. It brought back a lot of memories of a great fighter pilot and better man.

@BlueWaterSTAX Жыл бұрын

👍

@evanm6739 Жыл бұрын

How often were f16’s downed in Iraq?

@chrism107 5 жыл бұрын

"BA" was a classmate, warrior, thinker, teacher, and a wonderful human being--this video is a great snapshot of who he was and what he did. I and many others are grateful to have known him. The good he did--in peace and war--will spread out for a long time, like ripples in a great calm pond. I salute you, friend!

@mon-aska6242 4 жыл бұрын

I was a crew chief at Mtn Home when BA was our Squadron Commander in the 389th FS and was chosen to be his Crew Chief when he became the 366th Operations Group Commander. We were together when he flew his first mission back into Iraq. He was always an inspiration and a one of a kind leader especially to us in the enlisted ranks. He had such passion in all he did. When ever I need direction or inspiration I still look to him for guidance. RIP Sir, you are still in our hearts and minds

@arisl8016 Жыл бұрын

Knew an Alex C. That was also his dedicated crew chief at one point in mtn home.

@rayfeldmeier1371 Жыл бұрын

What year? I was there from 75 to 80. Assigned to 391st, but was an emergency room tech. Then was at Torrejon AB when he was shot down in Iraq.

@mon-aska6242 Ай бұрын

@@rayfeldmeier1371Col Andrews became 389th CC in ‘98 or ‘99 then the 366th OG/CC in 2000 when he made Col.

@Delatta1961 2 ай бұрын

As a retired Army Aviator, it’s just as important to be honest with yourself. Owning up to mistakes equally and openly as your successes. Sounds simple, but keeping humble and honest, I found there was always room for improvement in every aspect of my duties as an Officer and Aviator.

@cpierce1947 Жыл бұрын

Amazing story and perspective. I have so much respect and admiration for Col. Andrews' physical courage and ethical leadership. Thank you for sharing this interview with us.

@righteousbyfaithinChrist Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your remarkable service. I sm a Vietnam Era veteran...thank you for being the man of God and upholding our countrys honor. God is faithful.

@0612Devil 4 жыл бұрын

Outstanding interview. It’s great to see history like this being documented.

@chriserdmann2477 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Colonel for your service and example that you shared with us. What you shared can be utilized by non-airmen and teams, especially my team. Honesty, trust, communication, duty is undervalued in the work place. Many, many thanks sir.

@walter2990 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your dedication to supporting your fellow soldiers. We are so grateful for your service and your moral duties. God Bless you and your family.

@MyCatInABox 3 ай бұрын

Such a fantastic interview from a fantastic guy To my fellow countryman who have served, or are still serving, thank you so very much for your service I appreciate it everyday and so does every other American .

@stnkyp8 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding interview.! I was an F16 avionics technician in the 80’s and 90’s and I am humbled to know that great pilots like Col. Andrews flew in my Air Force generation. God speed Col. Andrews and may your family find peace.

@Gronicle1 5 жыл бұрын

Gosh, don't remember meeting him but we overlapped at Hahn AB in WGE and DS/DS. He was a decade behind me. How the years have flown by...

@mldadzgaming3938 Жыл бұрын

Just watching this interview tells me I could trust this hero with my life. He is so calm and humble delivering this story of his. You sir are a complete god of war, the countless infantry lives you saved by dispatching the enemy troops or just forcing them to retreat is something you should be so proud of. Amazing work, amazing guy and a true hero of the people. I salute you and all that have served for their country. Your all walking Angels in my eyes. God bless everyone of you.

@lyndonwillms9668 5 жыл бұрын

Talked to him a number of times when we were both on the Joint Staff.

@brendaproffitt4807 5 жыл бұрын

This is awesome and. Hero great interview amazing job.thank you so much

@BlueWaterSTAX Жыл бұрын

Thank God for all our heroes. Happy Holidays 🎄🦌🎅

@azcardguy7825 Жыл бұрын

This dude has lived

@bcismar Жыл бұрын

My upperclassmen. Class of 82 salutes you sir.

@korycoleman8971 Ай бұрын

What a man,great mindset rip badass sir

@11bravo1789 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for your service good sir

@joannamcpeak7531 Жыл бұрын

Oh, God Bless you. God Bless you!!😭😭🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

@tedbeaver2394 Жыл бұрын

WOW, this guy is awesome!!

@wmorris3484 Жыл бұрын

I don’t know but when he spoke about duty it reminded me of a conversation between Lee and Scott and it went something like this. General Lee, I am willing to give you command of the Army of the Patomac. General Scott, my duty is with Virginia. Then General Lee you leave me no choice but to turn your Plantation into a cemetery for IT IS MY DUTY……my duty

@indy500tabasco8 Жыл бұрын

Good interview😊

@pontiacGXPfan 2 ай бұрын

Bill "Psycho" Andrews! I read about him in a book by one of his late squadron mates, Michael "D" Donnelly. He went into great detail about the mission Psycho was shot down and captured on

@itstheclarks Ай бұрын

Amazing man

@BuckTurgidson-sg6uo Жыл бұрын

Billy was our S.R.O. going thru LIFT in the 433rd T.F.T.S. (Satan’s Angels) at Hollomon AFB N.M., Nov. 1984-Feb.1985. A Patriot, a really good man, and a terrific officer who became a great Fighter Pilot & Leader. Our Class Photo is one of my prized possessions ! And now he’s joined up with the Great Fighter Pilot in the sky….”Off we go into the wild blue yonder climbing high into the sun….” !

@rlicon1970 Жыл бұрын

I remember this I was así the same base.

@KennyBellau 4 ай бұрын

Incredible interview. Sorry to see you go. I'm not sure how happy he'd be with our current status as a country, but the time he was flying, we were great!

@MsLizziebeth1 Жыл бұрын

Doesn't he look more handsome/human as an older man rather than the jock he used to be?

@mikemurphy9960 Жыл бұрын

Put this man in the Whitehouse, my goodness.

@tvtothepoint Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately he passed away in 2015.

@mikemurphy9960 Жыл бұрын

@@tvtothepoint wait this video is from 3 years ago...

@tvtothepoint Жыл бұрын

@@mikemurphy9960 Read the description.

@mikemurphy9960 Жыл бұрын

@@tvtothepoint this news made me so sad but at the same time I strangely feel happiness knowing he did what he did at such an incredible level. Not to mention I have no doubt he made those in the air now, better fighters. R.i.p.

@tvtothepoint Жыл бұрын

@@mikemurphy9960 Agreed, RIP. That interview was taped in 2011, and he passed away in 2015. Sometimes people re-post older videos that are worth looking at, in order to get fresh views. Unless you seek the source production out, you may not realize how old the content is, unless it's mentioned in the credits or description. This one is timeless for now, as we're still in the generation that directly remembers stuff like 9/11, and the subsequent "war on terror" that lasted all the way until it we left Kabul on August 21st, 2021.

@colinwithonel.9831 Жыл бұрын

All these great comments are exactly what I'd say 😀🇺🇸

@user-cn5so7jj3z 3 жыл бұрын

Colonel William F. Andrews that is great loved the interview my dream was also to be a pilot (astronaunt) its been my dream from age 5 i was born in Rhodesia now i live in israel since age 9 all my life changed when i came to israel i am not a pilot but i love Aircraft until today it is my hobby as one from israel i want to thank you for your sevice in the U.S.A.F and for all your dedication for Aircraft alot of youngsters can learn from you and be inspired Thank you so much (DORRON FRANCO) ISRAEL

@kevinpeterson5420 2 жыл бұрын

Rest in Peace BA, T-Bolts Rule!

@timothypoole5718 3 ай бұрын

RIP Bill.

@tristanwilliamson2382 Жыл бұрын

How did he die??

@JohnSmith-yv6eq Жыл бұрын

brain cancer....

@janethompson2305 8 ай бұрын

Poor guy suffered. What a fine American Fighter ❤ God bless 🙌 U family & peace be with U 🙏🤲🕊✝️❤

@donQpublic 3 ай бұрын

🙂

@justonsullivan3807 Ай бұрын

Folk's we are watching and listening to a real life HERO. It's men like this is why we are the best Country on this Planet. Thank u William for all u have done to make our Country a safe place to live. But now we are up against our scariest thing on this Planet, our own Government. LET'S GO TRUMP, we need him back in office now, not in months to come now. 🙏🇺🇸🗽🇺🇸🙏