@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!
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.
i used to work on these wonderful aircraft back in my navy days as a jet mechanic. once in a while its a pain to maintain it but it makes up for how great this thing flies and how it looks good both airborne and on the deck. true that they have the super hornet but it will never replace the aura and charisma of this one of a kind aircraft. magnificent airplane i really miss the regal TOMCAT. TOMCAT RULES!!! ANYTIME BABY!!! VF-145 BLACK KNIGHTS CVW-5 NAF ATSUGI JAPAN BKR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@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
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 9 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
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
Greeting to the best Fighter ever build from Germany
PTMaverick 2 years ago
i used to work on these wonderful aircraft back in my navy days as a jet mechanic. once in a while its a pain to maintain it but it makes up for how great this thing flies and how it looks good both airborne and on the deck. true that they have the super hornet but it will never replace the aura and charisma of this one of a kind aircraft. magnificent airplane i really miss the regal TOMCAT. TOMCAT RULES!!! ANYTIME BABY!!! VF-145 BLACK KNIGHTS CVW-5 NAF ATSUGI JAPAN BKR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1proudpinoy 2 years ago
i understood everything until the last line xDDDDDD
(jokes, i only didnt understand the three last words)
PackOwolflets 2 years 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
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
brilliant just brilliant
johpedro 3 years ago
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