@angel85555 VF-213 Black Lions was my first fleet assignment (Jan '65) in the Phantom. Our skipper was a mustanger (E-1 to O-5) I was still a young nugget having a new assignment out of VF-111 (F-8 Crusader) ; two tours in 'nam under my belt. He was an incredible CO and I 'grew up' a bunch servng under him!
@1proudpinoy We in the F-4 community used to think the Phantom was a 'large' aircraft; however, the TomCat's size made the F-4 look like a kiddy car! Gave new meaning to the words, 'aluminum overcast'
Thanks for being a maintainer for us...you guys did a great job, even at the worst of times! Val
I've always wondered, where does the tube that comes out of that pilots helm end up? Is there like a oxidgen tank inside the plane? or does it just lead outside?
@Drawnsbyme It is the oxygen/mic connection for the wearer, great question! Connection end point depends on the aircraft. F-14, it is connected on the aux panel on the lower right side.
Greetings....I was a pretty lucky young man to fall into the NavCad program at the age of 18. Five tours in 'nam, two in F-8's and three in F-4's....hairy in those days but amazing...never knew what the next day held. I really enjoy this vid/music.
I'm surpised that Grumman could make a big plane a fighter. it's not that big, but it's still big. and your right, the hornet is a gnat to the tomcat. but, the tomcat isn't that sexy. it's AWESOME! that's what it is.
Thanks for this video. I don't know if this is the original source or not, but I'm glad it's still youtube available. If I could only get a copy for my "forever favorites" (5 stars)
Is this footage taken from a fighter fling video or uploaded by the pilot??, best f-14 video on you tube,........ Anytime Baby
enick737 3 months ago
Fantastic video, I would have given my left nut to have flown an f-14. I don't blame that pilot for having a cheesy grin. Cool.
enick737 3 months ago
great song!!
bote117 10 months ago
@angel85555 VF-213 Black Lions was my first fleet assignment (Jan '65) in the Phantom. Our skipper was a mustanger (E-1 to O-5) I was still a young nugget having a new assignment out of VF-111 (F-8 Crusader) ; two tours in 'nam under my belt. He was an incredible CO and I 'grew up' a bunch servng under him!
fly4val 1 year ago
@1proudpinoy We in the F-4 community used to think the Phantom was a 'large' aircraft; however, the TomCat's size made the F-4 look like a kiddy car! Gave new meaning to the words, 'aluminum overcast'
Thanks for being a maintainer for us...you guys did a great job, even at the worst of times! Val
fly4val 1 year ago
Hey ya'll, listen up.
I've always wondered, where does the tube that comes out of that pilots helm end up? Is there like a oxidgen tank inside the plane? or does it just lead outside?
Thanks in advance,
DBM
Drawnsbyme 1 year ago
@Drawnsbyme It is the oxygen/mic connection for the wearer, great question! Connection end point depends on the aircraft. F-14, it is connected on the aux panel on the lower right side.
fly4val 1 year ago
who sang it?
delanyify 1 year ago
@delanyify Blink 182, great group IMO....
fly4val 1 year ago
i understood everything until the last line xDDDDDD
(jokes, i only didnt understand the three last words)
PackOwolflets 2 years ago
Greeting to the best Fighter ever build from Germany
PTMaverick 2 years ago
great video he,s on the drums at 2:05. rocknroll.
collihill 2 years ago
woh''''''' TOMCAT FOR EVER
FETSCHYatBERLIN 3 years ago
As a retired Naval Aviator (F-4's), this is by far and away the best F-14 tribute and it connected me with new music, thanks!
fly4val 3 years ago 3
must be a great job
aSiAPiLoT 3 years ago
Greetings....I was a pretty lucky young man to fall into the NavCad program at the age of 18. Five tours in 'nam, two in F-8's and three in F-4's....hairy in those days but amazing...never knew what the next day held. I really enjoy this vid/music.
fly4val 2 years ago 8
The Hornet looks like a gnat next to that big, sexy Tomkitty...Tomcats forever!
blondinblu 3 years ago
I'm surpised that Grumman could make a big plane a fighter. it's not that big, but it's still big. and your right, the hornet is a gnat to the tomcat. but, the tomcat isn't that sexy. it's AWESOME! that's what it is.
f14fan1243 3 years ago
I am also surprised that such a big plane could be maneuverable enough for aerial combat. Still-the Tomcat rocks.
PhasersLocked 3 years ago
Yeah when you think of it, the tomcat is pretty massive..
PackOwolflets 2 years ago
Cutest cat evar <3 !
PackOwolflets 2 years ago 2
MY DREAM JOB!
tommybship 3 years ago
this is one of my favorites awesome good work
derekdino1 3 years ago
Complimenti!!! combinazione Audio\Video... SUBLIME!!!!
Tournament1982 4 years ago
Thanks for this video. I don't know if this is the original source or not, but I'm glad it's still youtube available. If I could only get a copy for my "forever favorites" (5 stars)
TrickyGap 4 years ago
whats the song?
akasuki5050 4 years ago
Blink 182 - Rock Show
QuickSixx 4 years ago
Ace!!! and a Ace song!
Random2525 5 years ago
Great!
chm0d 5 years ago
Wow, excellent views and nice vid.
bobsac555 5 years ago
say thx 2 tiggerhappy77
LLRB 5 years ago
Great Vid!
Shakirafan1990 5 years ago