Navy Flight School

[witscheman]

Even Jesus hates Creed.

[CowboyPenner]

Now I know how you got on that navy ship to video the helicopter.....you're a navy guy.

[kblackav8or]

What kind of knucklehead dislikes this? Great video.. I was there.

[PlaneCDR]

@XxFightinDirtyxX Go for it! You owe it to yourself to try...

[slabmanondeuces]

interesting...didnt know world war II era style aircraft were used for training...excuse my ignorance

[aligerous]

From a VT-27 grad back in 1992?...Cool video and great choice of music.

[bigbfoot1]

Is there any one I can talk to/get advice about Flight School and Becoming an Officer in the Navy?

[rockcitybmx]

how could you 2 fags dislike this video... your a loozer

[Diesel7s]

I want to either attend The Naval Academy or Norwich University and then go into flight school, have any tips?

[oaklanda2]

This is an awesome video of some hard working guys (& gals) realizing their dreams. I've been selected as a student naval aviator through the Marine Corps and will be attending OCS in May. I may have only just begun the journey to becoming an Naval Aviator but if I've learned anything so far it's that ANYONE CAN DO ANYTHING IF YOU GIVE IT ALL YOU'VE GOT! SO GET OUT THERE & DO IT! Great video sir!

[KelwinDicks666]

Respond to this video... 

[cspearsfly]

Just wondering what the light at 1:01 was for.

[ricemark9]

@cspearsfly: it's the gear warning light that flashes if the computer thinks you need to extend the gear and haven't yet. If you drop below a certain airspeed, like during a landing, the warning flashes if the gear isn't down. Certain maneuvers drop you below this speed and scares the comp into thinking you're a moron trying to land without your gear. Sounds stupid, but the light is there because someone actually did just that. It's also why we have "don't drink" warnings on bleach bottles.

[VioletTeen17]

Whats the song? Great vid 5 stars ;)

[deathgod646]

do you have to go to USNA to be a fighter pilot or is college rotc good enough?

[Niche79]

@deathgod646 I was in Army ROTC and I had 2 guys from my school go to pilot training and both fly now and have been to Iraq/Afganistan so im gonna say no, any college should do!

[trupnai640]

@deathgod646 rotc is good enough. i'm in it right now.

[ricemark9]

@deathgod646: either works, but there is also OCS as well as a prior enlisted pipeline called STA-21. The majority of aviators come out of the academy or nrotc with varying amounts of OCS and STA-21 grads. I was a STA-21er and it works in a few different ways with you either having a locked aviation slot or service selecting with all of the academy and nrotc midshipmen. If you want to be an aviator, you can make it happen no matter which path you take as long as you're motivated and work hard

[HaterOfTheArmy]

Did you have a PPL before geting your Slot.

[ricemark9]

@HaterOfTheArmy: you don't need any aviation experience. You'll be sent to an introductory civilian flight school/screening (IFS) before starting with the military portion but it's still payed for by the Navy. If you already have a license IFS might be waived, but pilot licenses cost a lot so unless you're rich, just let the government pay for it. I think they also prefer that everyone goes through IFS down by NAS Pensacola so it's more standardized and they can screen people.

[kortni12093]

This is an amazing video! I'm a young woman that's a senior in high school this year and was planning on pursuing a military career. Can women fly also?? I'm definately interested and this video has inspired me.

-Kortni

[prey25]

@kortni12093 Yep, we have a bunch of female pilots in our squadron.

[taterfamine]

i'm in nrotc at purdue, and i'm the flight school there. absolutely love it sir. i can't think of anything else that i would rather do. well... maybe fly in big navy one day haha

when i graduate, i'll have my commercial, multi, and possibly jet rating.

do pilots with lots of civilian experience do better than most in flight school, or do they develop bad habits that are hard to break, or both?

[frogfoot21]

Very cool!!! Is this out of NAS Corpus Christi? It looks close to the coast. Looks like ya'll had a blast there. I've been very passionate about aviation since I was young, and just this year have begun the app process for the naval academy. My goal is to suffer through the academy so I can do stuff like this :)

[PlaneCDR]

@frogfoot21 Awesome...best of luck! Oh, you were right...this was at Corpus ;-)

[frogfoot21]

@PlaneCDR Thanks, have recieved my nomination for the academy :)

[bojimmany]

@frogfoot21 go ROTC (or even BDCP ... look into it, crazy awesome deal), have an actual college experience, then go do stuff like this

[728harsh]

@frogfoot21 i thought i was the only one

[aligerous]

Hey, what's up with the VT-27 dis? That was my alma mater. Former H-2 driver.  Nice video.

[walterisgod987654321]

im taking it that the instructor was putting the t-34 through the stalls and spins.

[Python1287]

No. The student does that. In fact, the IP was in the back recording the video.

[walterisgod987654321]

Thank you. I now realize that the IP was recording the vid, so it must be the student.

[usmcaggie06]

oh corpus....how i miss thee....vt-28 is the way to go

[snareman89]

Hey what's it take to become a Navy Pilot?

[PlaneCDR]

You will need a college degree, be in good physical condition, and to pass a series of test to gauge your spatial perception.

[jserrano97]

the physical condition part. would an open heart surgery exclude me ? even though its when i was 4 and im 24 now without complications, Im finishing up my bachelors and am considering joining the NAVY to become a pilot

[Legendary588]

@PlaneCDR Hi, I'm an aspiring F/A-18 pilot and would love to know what tests I need to take and pass in order to become a Naval Aviator. Right now I'm in High School and planning on going to a 4 year college and taking ROTC programs while in college and have a lateral transfer to the Navy.

[PlaneCDR]

@Legendary588 There are two key things you need: (1) a good gpa (especially if in a technical area) and (2) to pass the physical. Check out navy(dot com) /careers/aviation.html

[Legendary588]

@PlaneCDR Thanks

[byoungn]

got accepted into flight school this year... hopefully starting IFS in august

[PlaneCDR]

awesome! congrats ;-)

[nakedguitarplyr]

congrats from me also, maybe I'll run into you one day

[stgoalie]

Hopefully I'll be going down around then too. Unfortunately it looks like they're going to put us all on IRR and make us wait until October. Either way, good luck.

[Jmjs34]

@byoungn Congrats! I'm Pro Rec'd for SNA and should be going to OCS this year.

[nakedguitarplyr]

I'm hoping to be there soon too! Will be going to OCS most likely this summer!

[louie111887]

i watch this video everyday to motivate me to never give up in my school work and in hopes of one day, to fly with the best. US Navy. i went to pensicola and saw the naval aviation museum and that keeps me going also.

[PlaneCDR]

I am glad it inspires you! You sound like you have the exact right attitude. Best of luck!!!

[jimmificationist]

do you think there is any chance that if i enter the af academy that i can get lasik and still be able to fly?

[PlaneCDR]

If you are not already in the program, I am not sure. However, I do know officers whose eyes got bad over time and they were allowed to have lasik and continue to fly.

[prey25]

We are being allowed to get PRK these days but you need to get a waiver.

[jakem1900]

wehats the aircraf ?

[PlaneCDR]

T-34C

[nojeh94]

you change the song? WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE FIRSTE VIDEO thanks

[pilotyamil97]

What song is that?

[PlaneCDR]

Higher by Creed

[scottrules95]

USGS4L-- the harrier is being replaced with a version of the f-35. i think it is the f-35b but im not 100%.

[CaptainMorgan896]

Yep

[nakedguitarplyr]

I believe that's right also. f-35a air force, f-35b STOVL marines, f-35c modified for carriers for the navy.

[PlaneCDR]

I liked the old music better too, but YouTube forced me to change it :-(

[slickrick297]

yeah I agree with John Smith I liked the old music better

[johnsmith3168]

why did you change the music?

[kbourl]

Amazing video. I was raised in Corpus, looked up in awe every time I saw a T-34 fly by, hopefully I will be attending Marine PLC next summer with an air contract.

[PlaneCDR]

Awesome!

[ncchassis102]

i'm 14 but i've always been into flying and i'm hoping to go to the naval academy when i'm older.

[PlaneCDR]

Good luck...you can make it :-)

[USGS4L]

same here...ever since i was a little kid i dreamed of flying a fighter jet.

Im going to fly a AV-8B HARRIER II for the USMC

[MistrFister]

cool man.  are you done with primary? heading to PLC of OCC or what?

[slash0112]

I want to become a navy fighter pilot, how do you prepare for all the rolls and aerobadics?

[LeahTheRed]

The Primary syllabus starts with Familiarization flights, Basic Instruments, and then Contact flights. After your checkride and first solo, you go into Aerobatics and Night Contact flights. Primary ends with either Forms or Radio Instruments (you do one or the other and then finish with the one you didn't get to).

[trupnai640]

@slash0112 focus on school first and stay fit and healthy!

[millerlight21]

I cant wait! Current CPL in the USMC, already did my OCS in 05 and 07, com. in may, and then TBS followed by FS not soon after! OORAHH!

[KutWrite]

Nice video. Brings back memories from my daze at VT-1 and VT-5.

Love the pith helmet on the plane captain!

[LeahTheRed]

Rangers lead the way! We're the Foundation Builders!!

[switchisoff]

my father instructed for vt-2 doerbirds....looking at this flight logs...what does FAM 1-6 mean?

[calgrad2]

When I was an instructor in Pensacola many years ago the "FAM" flights were your initial flights, known as "familiarization" flights, hence the abbreviated "FAM" you now see. When you go to the next squadron, your first few flights would be called "FAM" flights to get you familiarized. The Navy was always very attached to acronyms. From an old Naval Aviator of Viet Nam era vintage.......good luck to you.

[bboland1981]

primary: the best of times, the worst of times. anyone out there in youtube world got any idea when the t-6 will finally retire that fine piece of american craftsmanship known as the t-34??

[JerryHuston4066]

Outstanding! My daughter starts with HT 8 tomorrow!  Thanks for this video!

Get Some!

MSgt, USMC, (Ret)

[PlaneCDR]

MSgt!!!! I am honored you left a comment. Congrats on you daughter's selection to helos. She will love it!!!

[natanjo04]

Tirabuzon!!!!

[busterMC85]

Thanks for your service!!!!!

[PlaneCDR]

I appreciate that ;-)

[rrgertz]

Did you go through Ocs NROTC or the Academy

[PlaneCDR]

NROTC at Jacksonville University

[Drummer4Christ777]

Thanks friend!

[123yutt]

27 sucks. go rangers.

[Parubhi]

27 sucks? Just because they didn't hand out milk and cookies with the 10 aboves on a FAM 4 doesn't mean they "suck".

[alloyaircar]

Sweet video! I was an IP at vt27 '91-'94. Brings back great memories. It's still hard to see around those shoulders!

[nicog9200]

which is the name of the song'?

[PlaneCDR]

Hell Above Water by Curve

Kryptonite by 3 Doors Down

Hope that help :-)

[nicog9200]

Thanks

[rrgertz]

I am a senior in high school and am trying to become an officer in the nav. I wondered if being a trainer pilot is something that you do yor entire career or if it is just a segment?

[ketchumj]

The instructors are on there first shore tour. The timeline is as follows: Student Naval Aviator(2yrs), Fleet Aviator(42 mos), Instructor(33 mos.) I got out of active duty after my 7 year commitment, but still fly as an instructor as a selective reservist.

[YatesyMU]

Great video, sir. I'm in VT-2 and should be selecting here shortly. I hate when people back home ask about what I do and I can't show them what it's like. This video should help...

[PlaneCDR]

Thanks! Best of luck with selection :-)

[oakley568]

Awesome video sir. I was in VT-28 last year but I DOR'd...it just wasn't for me, but I just started Supply Corps School. I wouldn't trade what I did for the world, it was definitely an incredible experience. To anybody that has aspirations of doing what these guys do, work hard and WANT it. They have the best damn job in the world.

[PlaneCDR]

Thanks for the kind feedback! It is better that you figured out your heart was elsewhere earlier rather than later. I have many good friends in the Supply Corps and they love it. All the best!

[tomjj107]

is it really as much fun as it looks?

[mdlax37]

i jope to god i end up as a navy pilot, its my dream job to be a pilot, any tips on how to become a pilot?

[PlaneCDR]

I am not sure where you are in your life now, but you will need a college degree, great health, and a competitive GPA. Contact Naval Officer Admissions in your local area to get more info.

[mdlax37]

i should have been more specific, im a junoir in high school

[bellb3385]

makes me wonder what i'm missing as a navy stud stuck in enid, america for JSUPT

[t34joe]

Plane CDR Dave --- Your nerves of steel and precision stick handling continue to stun me. Second only to your skills as an investigating officer.

Amazing how you continue to motivate the Navy's next generation of heroes from beyond our days at 28.

[PlaneCDR]

Wow! I nearly forgot about that investigation! I wonder what ever happened to that guy. It is great to hear from you.

[zx9q09]

wow  man i will fly t34 soon im in api now

[PlaneCDR]

Best of luck! You are going to love it :-)

[bellmd]

Wow, great vid. Brought back a ton of memories although when I was there VT-28 was flying T-44's and VT-27 was the only primary squadron in T-34C's. Do the 34's still bounce out at Waldron anymore?

[PlaneCDR]

Sure do....when were you there?

[splitsurfer567]

dope vid...hopefully that will be me in like 4 years after college...do you have aim?

[VERT531CA]

I hope i get to fly these! I'm goin into the USCG to hopefully fly helicopters

[PlaneCDR]

Best of luck!!!

[PlaneCDR]

In general yes, but you may be able to do so with a 2-year vice 4-year degree under the Warrant Officer program. I haven't seen the program's specfics.

[jmenzel]

What was the caution around the 1 min mark?

[PlaneCDR]

Wheels warning caused by reducing power to zero...system things you want to land even though you are doing aerobatics.

[jmenzel]

I always thought you kept it at aerobatic cruise the whole time.

[PlaneCDR]

For the Split-S you reduce it to idle to stay within the G limitations.

[jmenzel]

Thanks for the response. I am starting to remember now. I don't thing you are allowed to do them on student solo so I guess I didn't see them too often. Been too long flying straight and level.

[bboland81]

for someone starting Primary, this is frickin' awesome.

[PlaneCDR]

Thanks much! I am glad you are enjoyed it :-)

[FlydogAdam]

Ahhh The Zero Airspeed Departure, Cross Control, and the shorty.... They used to be 3 of my favs....

[PlaneCDR]

Same here...flying was more fun back then :-)

[UpUpUndAway]

nice videos

[PlaneCDR]

Thanks!