No parachute, no helmet, no protection at all. Those pilots had iron balls

All things considered in my life... I don't think I've ever viewed a better video than this. I'm pushing 60, and grew up making models of WWI aircraft. I got my commercial license, and flew lots of interesting aircraft. I never forgot the magic of building models, stringing melted plastic 'threads' for control cables, and wondering how those 'backwards' carved propellers were able to do their thing... Now I know. I feel like I was there. Phenom Video Kermit, seriously, thank you. Goosing the throttle on taxi, takeoff, and landing, constant rudder play, and just the sound... Wow.

While Kermie was still trying to get his bearings, that Fokker which slipped in behind him at 5.39, "spread his lights all over the cockpit floor"! "Kaput, doughboy!! Now I fly back to ze Vazerland for more beer, knackwurst and frauleins! Ja!"

Sorry to break it to you, Kermit. That Dreidecker had you totally.

The video takes a while to take off...It's worth it when it does. Thanks guys

Woah, that's a rare sight; Even amongst rotary engines. The Sopwith Snipe has a real Bentley BR.II, which was the pinnacle of rotary technology. It made 250-260HP. I've seen one in person, but it was a museum piece. Good to finally see one running.

Bloody marvelous! They really captured the WW1 dog fight scene well......

Wonderful... flying a genuine rotary has got to be intense. Even loved the rum pitch... gotta get me some!

And there I was, down in the stand, watching World War I going on up above. A lot of fun just watching it.

I didn't realize the vibration those old rotary radials created! What a cool plane though, I love the WW1 aircrafts' interiors.

Omaka never fails to deliver a quality airshow 😊

oh god I wish I could be there... to hear the beautiful sound of all those engines and see those birds soar.

Fantastic to read my grandfather´s logbook while watching this.

Gotta love the ultra modern harness in this thing! Lol Nothing like a brass stud wedged into your spinal column!!!

Happy Birthday Kermit Weeks ! 7-14-19

Wow, what an experience! Seeing those formations flying over the field still gave me chills even though I could only see it on video.

"Shot down" several times from 5:39 onwards, by the Fokker... :)

One of the coolest videos I have ever seen. Thank you so much Kermit!!!!!! Please keep them coming for us who dream, but may never have the chance to fly something like that.

I can't wait to come from Ireland and visit your place in September, so excited and love how you honour the true heroes!

This would be one of the ultimate ‘buy the farm’ situations if you didn’t know what you were doing. I have been to the museum at Omaka but I didn’t realise Mr Weeks had flown here, pretty damm impressive footage

Humble respect from France Sir.

Thanks for posting and bringing some of my favourite planes back to life

Gotta love seeing a Snipe fly!

Beautiful aircraft, just finished watching "WINGS" what a show they don't make them like that anymore. Thank you for posting this video. Only wish I could just sit in one of the Machines you get to fly. Wasn't lucky enough to ever become a pilot. If I ever win money I'm going to learn to fly definitely.

Your 'Battle Of Britain' -esk shoot down animation was a nice added touch. Getting to fly 100+ y/o open cockpit designs (with guns) is about as good as it gets. Great video & best wishes!

I've never been the jealous type BUT if I were Kermit would top my list. Lucky devil.

When we were kids, we'd dress up and play Army. Kermit gets to play Fighter Ace.

Just fell in love with the WW1 era planes :)

You guys are having too much fun. What a blast. Great stuff once more. What a wonderful job those folks did on those aircrft. Outstanding.

Incredible flying and the air show looks incredible too...these plane's are incredible...great video too..Thank you so much for your videos too..

Perfect way to get me in the mood for Shuttleworth on Sunday.

Wow, what a.great video! Thanks for setting up the cameras and editing to brings right there with you!

Thank you for posting these great videos!! I really hope to make to the Museum one day to see the collection..

Best way to wake up is with a coffee and a new Kermit video

Just brilliant! So exciting! Great job

Loved this video. Thanks!

By Jove what a spiffing good shot you were. Some good aerial shots there. I guess you guys were trying to keep your distance for safety's sake but it gave a good idea of what it would have been like back in the day (but less life threatening). Thumbs up.

Beautiful landing Mr Weeks but in reality I don`t think you would have lasted long enough to make it!

Well done chaps! With 4 to 1 odds you both were splendid! Back to base now for tea

I’ve never seen a pilot so relaxed when landing.

How absolutely awesome it must be to be able to do stuff like this..

Be a dream come true to fly that! Well done!!

Waw this is like a dream! Thanks for sharing this video!

You're nothing but a bunch of big kids!!! And I couldn't be more envious. lol Nice video.

coolest aviation video ever on YT. Just frickin awesome. Kermit, you truly can fly anything.

An amazing video. Man that camel takes off like a rocket.

Foi incrível esta batalha virtual!!! Um vôo ao passado.

Can we all take a moment to appreciate the landing? It was so smooth, you could hardly Tell the plane touched the ground. That's insanely hard to do in a biplane of that era. This landing was absolutely perfect. I have huge respect for the pilot for being able to pull this off.

Great video. The sound was amazing.

If Kermit can't fly something, it probably doesn't fly.

Just wow. Awsome

Man, does that look like fun!...and I am not even a pilot. Cool looking WW1 tank in background, also!

I wonder how many flight hours Kermit Weeks has ? My Uncle was a pilot in the USAAF during WW2 and did a lot of Private flying after the war , with the addition of a 28 year career with American Airlines , retiring with 33,000 hours .

LOVE the sound effects! 😂 Kermit, you and Gene 🤙🏼ROCK!! 🤙🏼 Y'all fit the description PERFECTLY. 😁 Those engines Always sound like they are wanting to die. Lol

VERY GOOD FLYGHT !! CARMIE CAM, FROM BRASIL CONGRATULATIONS.

Awesome!! Makes me want to watch The Blue Max again.

Excellent video, I felt like I was onboard with you. Thank you.

Great coverage Kermit!

2:00 If your looking for that 5th German kill to make "ACE" he just taxied past you while you where strapping in! lol...Fantastic video thanks for taking us along for the ride!

Should have checked six...that Dr.I behind you would have lit you up if you were fighting for real. 😆

After seeing this video, I forgive you for eating the last hot dog in the hot dog shop two weeks before you closed:) That was fantastic Kermit, thanks.

Yes I noted that the Jerry's behind you must have been outa ammo. I'd love to fly one of those. Great video, thanks.

This is the most BadAss video ive seen in a long

Even though that Fokker was on your tail right after you rotated I say he was out of ammo. 👍

Kermit looks great in the helmet and goggles. Gimme a shot of Naked in Jamaica!

Hope you enjoyed your trip to Omaka (New Zealand) Kermit , we Kiwis know how to put on a show and our other Easter bi-annual Airshow is Warbirds over Wanaka, Peter Jackson's display at Omaka is something else well worth the visit and along with Gene both these gents have brought to life events with occurred over a hundred years ago outstanding!!

The short distance for take off is interesting. A modern aircraft carrier without use of a catapult seems possible.

Kermie ya looked pret-ty cool in that whole get up... cheers

gotta love the shameless rum promotion :-) Thank you for taking us along!

Fantastic video, wonderful airplanes, best regards

"Starring Kermit Weeks as The Great Waldo Pepper".

Awesome Video Kermit. I enjoy all your vids.

awesome footage and that editing... ;-)

You are amazing sir.

Awesome!! Superb!!

Is there anything he cannot fly? A toaster maybe?

Great video thanks Kermit

Awesome!

Video of omaka from 2017 got me there in 2019. 7 drieders in the air at one time. Going again in 2021

One word. Thanku. Love england

Celebrations Kermit, best footage of your life and accomplishments is 4:30-5:20

Peter has a wonderful collection there. A museum well worth visiting. I used to live over the hill in Nelson, sadly was not able to see the shows at Omaka. But to see so many rotary radials in action is a site and sound to behold, especially after seeing too many Fokker's and Sopwith's with non rotary radials in the 90's. Thanks Kermit for posting this video. Hows that Tempest V coming along ;)

Hey, you have the Red Baron on your tail, man!! 😀😎👍👍👍

I'm afraid you got shot down early by the Fokker "Dreidekker" you never saw behind you... But hey; he could be out of ammo, right?? :D Very cool video, greetings from Norway. :)

Awesome, go Kermit

Well done! Here's to the hero's Cheers.

That is awesome! Man, you where so lucky this time! You had that Fokker right behind you, I heard his guns, but he missed every shot. You have a mirror on that Camel? ...Great video! awesome dogfight!

This is so cool.

Damn! I live right near Omaka, wish I'd of gone!

Without a doubt! ... that Dr.I on Kermit's tail was game over for the Sopwith Snipe! Otherwise, GREAT fun! Gotta say I was surprised to hear Kermit say that's a flock of FOE-KER'S ... as it is pronounced FAH-KER. I figured he would .. should .. know that it is not pronounced FOE-KER! Petty? Perhaps, but it has always made me insane to hear Fokker pronounced Foe-ker! Complete respect for Kermit Weeks though! Love all the footage!

Só pra piloto nato privilégio pra poucos parabéns very Good

Fantastic 👍🏼 ✨

Keep your head on the swivel Kermie !!

Well done Kermit! Looks like a fun time was had by all including the Germans!

You Sir, were having too much fun!

Thank you for some more fun. Now for some good rum The Nutmeger

Great video.

Wahahaha...the plane that was "hit". Great video.

Home, for tea and medals!

Super... No words for.