Soviet Aircraft of WW2 | Legendary Test Pilot Eric Winkle Brown Talks About Soviet Planes
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- Опубликовано: 10 фев 2023
- Eric "Winkle" Brown talks about Soviet aircraft of WW2, such as The Petlyakov Pe-2 and The Lavochkin La-7. The video also has a documentary about the life of Eric "Winkle" Brown and his record 487 aircraft tested (non including variations). He talks about German aircraft of WW2, such as the Me 163 and give his opinion on the Miles M-52 project and Whittle's jet engine.
Eric Winkle Brown was the only allied pilot to fly the Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet.
The Petlyakov Pe-2 (Russian: Петляков Пе-2) was a Soviet twin-engine dive bomber used during World War II. One of the outstanding tactical attack aircraft of the war, it also proved successful as a heavy fighter, as a night fighter (Pe-3 variant) and as a reconnaissance aircraft.The Pe-2 was, numerically, the most important Soviet bomber of World War II, at their peak comprising 75% of the Soviet twin-engine bomber force.The Soviets manufactured Pe-2s in greater numbers (11,430 built) during the war than any other twin-engine combat aircraft except for the German Junkers Ju 88 and the British Vickers Wellington. Several communist air forces flew the type after the war, when it became known by the NATO reporting name Buck.
The Lavochkin La-7 (Russian: Лавочкин Ла-7) was a piston-engined single-seat Soviet fighter aircraft developed during World War II by the Lavochkin Design Bureau. It was a development and refinement of the Lavochkin La-5, and the last in a family of aircraft that had begun with the LaGG-1 in 1938. Its first flight was in early 1944 and it entered service with the Soviet Air Forces later in the year. A small batch of La-7s was given to the Czechoslovak Air Force the following year, but it was otherwise not exported. Armed with two or three 20 mm (0.8 in) cannon, it had a top speed of 661 kilometers per hour (411 mph). The La-7 was felt by its pilots to be at least the equal of any German piston-engined fighter. It was phased out in 1947 by the Soviet Air Force, but served until 1950 with the Czechoslovak Air Force.
The Miles M.52 was a turbojet-powered supersonic research aircraft project designed in the United Kingdom in the mid-1940s. In October 1943, Miles Aircraft was issued with a contract to produce the aircraft in accordance with Air Ministry Specification E.24/43. The programme was highly ambitious for its time, aiming to produce an aircraft and engine capable of unheard-of speeds of at least 1,000 miles per hour (1,600 km/h) during level flight, and involved a very high proportion of cutting-edge aerodynamic research and innovative design work.
Until 1945 all work on the project was undertaken with a high level of secrecy. In February 1946, the programme was terminated by the new Labour government of Clement Attlee, seemingly due to budgetary reasons, as well as a disbelief held by some ministry officials concerning the viability of supersonic aircraft in general. In September 1946 the existence of the M.52 was revealed to the general public, leading to calls for official explanation as to why the project had been terminated and criticism of the decision. The Air Ministry controversially decided to revive the design, but as a series of unmanned rocket-powered 30 per cent scale models instead of the original manned full-scale aircraft that had been previously under development. These unmanned scale models were air-launched from a modified de Havilland Mosquito mother ship.
The Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet is a rocket-powered interceptor aircraft primarily designed and produced by the German aircraft manufacturer Messerschmitt. It is the only operational rocket-powered fighter aircraft in history as well as the first piloted aircraft of any type to exceed 1,000 kilometres per hour (620 mph) in level flight.
Development of what would become the Me 163 can be traced back to 1937 and the work of the German aeronautical engineer Alexander Lippisch and the Deutsche Forschungsanstalt für Segelflug (DFS). Initially an experimental programme that drew upon traditional glider designs while integrating various new innovations such as the rocket engine, the development ran into organisational issues until Lippisch and his team were transferred to Messerschmitt in January 1939. Plans for a propeller-powered intermediary aircraft were quickly dropped in favour of proceeding directly to rocket propulsion. On 1 September 1941, the prototype performed its maiden flight, quickly demonstrating its unprecedented performance and the qualities of its design. Having been suitably impressed, Nazi officials quickly enacted plans that aimed for the widespread introduction of Me 163 point-defence interceptors across Germany. During December 1941, work began on the upgraded Me 163B, which was optimized for large-scale production.
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More videos about legendary Eric "Winkle" Brown (playlist): ruclips.net/p/PLBI4gRjPKfnOzI39MG3ILpQkxPpgoZk4n
Does anyone know the backstory on the cancellation of the miles 52, is there a wittle connection?
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@@mikefallwell1301 there was a Whittle connection…We will release soon an interview with Eric Brown about it
@@Dronescapes I can't imagine that the whole story will ever come out, these decisions must have been made at the very highest level and could have had a very significant impact on the war. In fact on many of the wars fought since then. Has anyone from Power Jets written anything?
I've said it before and I'll say it again, when a documentary has Captain Eric Brown in it you know it's gonna be good. His achievements and knowledge are amazing. Most types of aircraft ever flown. Most aircraft carrier landings AND take offs among many other achievements. We all salute you Mr. Brown and thank you for all you did for the world.
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history absourbed prevents recurrence
@@moss8448 Hit the nail right on the head Sam.
@@jdmmike7225 we owe it to people like that to remember plain and simple
Agree with all AND he can convey it perfectly to a wide audience.
So glad to see this. I had the honor to meet Capt. Brown in winter 1982. I was a plane mad 8-year old, with a father who was a flight engineer for BA, on Tristars. As a family, we were going on holiday to Canada, flying in to Montreal, using BA's staff travel facility. Due to the plane being fully booked, Mum and I got the last two available seats on the plane - the cockpit jump seats. (As Dad was working that leg, this was allowed back then.) When the Purser informed the flight crew that Captain Brown was on board, the Captain invited him up to the cockpit to show him around. For some reason, this made my Dad nervous - turned out Captain Brown was his old CO when he was based at Lossiemouth, and remembered several embarrassing stories of Dads impetuous youth...
As I recall, Captain Brown spent a couple of hours chatting with the flightcrew - long enough that Mum ended up going back to his seat so that he could use the jump seat she'd been using. Subjects covered included a variety of aircraft that Capt. Brown had flown (I was very excited to hear his impressions on the Vought Corsair, as it was my favorite at the time), some of the people he'd met, and so on. He seemed quite interested in the capabilities of the Tristar, as it was the only Cat III capable (zero visibility autolanding) aircraft in use at the time, and took the controls for a brief time, to "get a feel of the bird". I'll admit, a fair bit of the conversation was technical enough to go right over my head, but he was happy to answer my "dumb" questions, in terms that I could understand.
In short, he was a gentleman. In hindsight, I wish I could've met him when I was a few years older, and more able to appreciate the experience. I would also have loved to hear the story of "the landlord's goat", something that made Dad blush like a tomato. Never did get that one out of Dad...
The greatest test pilot that ever was born. His skill as a pilot is understood. His greatest asset was his ability to communicate and convince people as regarded his insights. Thousands upon thousands of lives saved by this humble man. I value most the collection of books called Air Enthusiast. It contains hundreds of his articles discussing his efforts to learn about flight.
We've had a lot of great pilots in the U.S.A. but, I think Captain Brown is the GOAT.
I just love the matter-of-fact way he describes meeting all these giants of history. To him, it was just another day at the office. An incredibly talented and courageous warrior.
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Ditto the way he described being hit in the face and concussed yet still managed to land on the tiny escort carrier.
It's really lovely of him to mention the ground crew.
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I don't like long videos. Captan Eric Brown made it worthwhile.
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What a life lived by Capt. Eric Brown, RIP, a national treasure if one was British. 👍
He was such a good communicator, gets to the interesting points without any meandering.
A life well lived, his achievements are humbling, the remark "the little un's last longer" is priceless.
As an American, while we have our own heroes of aviation. Captain Brown is one of the very special few who stand head and shoulders above them all.
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Given that, you've reall cause to be pleased by his views on the F86 Saber & F4 Phantom
On the latter point (Phantoms) Aircrew interviews have a video here with Tug Wilson (RAF) BIG fan of Phantoms (Haws & Hornets too for that matter)
@@jarroyolaw AND here we have the OTHER pole of *Typically American behaviour*
One courteous, insightful, measured and welcome.
And then the kind which could probably get upset trying to decide whether Texas is home to the World's Biggest Dwarves or the Smallest.
But no mistake, Texas, the Big Apple or the West (whichever) *they do dwarves BETTER than anyone else* ............. 'And we've got a flag to prove it' 🙄
Yeager was a superb test pilot *too*
But he himself conceeded at least one other bloke in the US Airforce was better.
@@jarroyolaw Interesting to see the censorship in action here in response to my reply to taht piece of chauvanism .....
Which RUclips deleted because, well, apparently some truths must not be spoken.
@@jarroyolaw Give it a rest M8
Yeager was good - True
Winkle was good as well
'Normal' people don't imagine its a contest
An amazing man , with a very busy Angel looking after him . I never tire of his narratives .
What an amazing gentleman ....I could listen for days to him and his fabulous recollections ....
The word is used too often ....but this guy is a legend of aviation ...
Great channel ...Great film 🎥 🎞
Thanks for listening 👍🙏♥️
too funny, that's exactly what I came to write. I enjoyed this interview immeasurably, and would love to have a drink with this gentleman and just let him talk
So glad folks were able to capture the legends on film like R A Bob Hoover and Eric Winkle Brown. Two pilots that were the best there ever has been
@@brinkee7674 thank you Brin
It is a rare delight to have this veterans eyewitness account of history for posterity.
Do not miss the other great videos with him. We just posted a new one and we have a dedicated playlist of exclusive interviews with Eric Brown
Mr Brown is thw greatest pilot I ever heard to talk!
What a man! I salute you sir. A true British legend and hero.
Captain Eric Brown was not only a great pilot, but also a keen observer of all types of aircraft.
What a terrific interview with the incomparable "Winkle" Brown. Great use of archive film, illustrations and graphs. Outstanding video.
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A true legend in every sense of the word , whose the life , every aviator would love to live ....
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During & after WW2 he flew more aircraft types than any pilot alive. Even the ME163 rocket fighter. That one nearly killed him - on landing he was trapped inside it. An amazing guy.
Just to have dinner with this bloke would have been a dream. 400+ different aircraft flown will never be beaten
Im just reading Wings On My Sleeve again and it's a must read for anyone interested in aviation from WW2 - 60s. Eric famously flew the Luftwaffes late war aircraft and describes them all , good and bad.
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Read it too, a fantastic read. The Day of the Typhoon is also a must read.
One of the most interresting interviews I have ever seen.
Oh my goodness this man’s life’s is amazing. If I hadn’t heard it from his mouth. I’d really struggle to believe all these crazy experiences he’s had. This man’s life should be made in to a giant Hollywood blockbuster movie for the whole world to absorb. People like this don’t happen very often. When they do happen I think we should all know about them and the outstanding feet’s they have done. Just to see the truly highest limits of human capability. So so inspirational!
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Gut wrenching at parts. Many many many thanks for recording this and most of all thank Mr Brown for his service.
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Eric Brown is what you call a legend. He Experienced so many aircraft in his life and knows so much about the subject. It’s always a pleasure hearing him because he is spot on and he did it in real life. They should write a movie about this guy anyway, keep on rockin
when Mr Brown speaks of a plane, you know it's the real deal. truly in the pantheon of great pilots. his eye to hand coordination had to be remarkable not to mention his powers of immediate deduction.
Well said. Thanks for watching
No doubt. His career & insight led me to one of my favorite fighters as a kid, the English Electric Lightning. While the F4U Corsair is still my favorite as my family helped build them here in Stratford CT during the war, especially my great grandmother who worked at the Pratt and Whitney plant across from Chance Vought, the Lightning is a close second. To me it is just a beautiful aircraft that really never got it's due.
@@jdmmike7225 wow. DNA talk and thanks. flight has always fascinated
@@guaporeturns9472 Looks is a personal preference thing for sure. I've met people who thought the Corsair was ugly as well. It doesn't phase me, everyone is entitled to their own opinion.
@@guaporeturns9472 cool yes hideous? NEVER mate!
He talks so matter of fact about things that could've killed him. No boasting, just an appreciation of what was to be done and hiw he would do it.
Aviation will never have another Eric 'winkle' Brown.
Mr. Brown forgot to mention one thing about a good pilot: it has to be intelligent: may be a bit risk loving but never reckles.
Stupids usually put themselves in that situation they can't get out of sooner or later.
Wow thank you Mr Brown for being a living Aviation encyclopedia
Never hard that before about Winkle Brown. A fitting definition
Could sit for days listening to this incredible man
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Thankyou uploader. Listening to the great man himself describe things is pure gold.
Do not miss his playlist! ruclips.net/video/PSRAdZzRycc/видео.html
Thanks for another video about the best pilot who ever lived.
What a wonderful documentary , to be able to hear in his own words his experiences and thoughts on his career is truly fascinating . The things he accomplished over his lifetime is amazing and the fact that more folks don't know about him and his contributions is sad . Great documentary !
Thank you Ron!
Thanks for your service Eric and rest assured you will never be forgotten 🙏
Well said
What a guy, he certainly got about! Exellent film.
Thank you Victor!
My hero but I am half Scottish and small like Winkle. I flew Vampire, Sabre, and Mirage 111O and can really understand how he was the GOAT.
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Congratulations and thank you.
What an amazing and fascinating career this gentleman had, and to have his degree of accuracy in recall, and have it filmed to such a high standard, is a wonderful gift to future historians. Bravo all round.
Thank you Gordon
His clear recollection of details from the past is always impressive. His mind is clearly sharper as an old man than many, perhaps most people are on their best day.
It was probably an easy decision, every step of the way, to promote him. It would have been clear that "Winkle" Brown could handle the task.
What a man, a true hero yet totally realistic. An unmissable documentary. Thank you.
Thank you Trevor! You should not miss his other videos, including his truly amazing biography. We also have more coming: ruclips.net/video/PSRAdZzRycc/видео.html
The progress of aviation in WWII can be seen in aircraft flown by various units. I was interested in RAF 263 squadron and it’s aircraft. It started the war in Gloster Gladiator, used them in Norway but lost most of the pilots when the carrier bringing them home was sunk.
After reforming they flew Hurricanes for a short period before transferring to Westland Whirlwind. After pro the Hawker Typhoon. Again reorganizing from a different unit to the Gloster Meteor. From biplane to jet fighter in 5 years.
Brilliant as all videos with Mr. Brown
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Mr. Brown was one of the greatest test pilots of all time. He contributed beyond measure to military aviation. Thank you sir. You will be missed dearly. Salute 👏
What a class act? a true legend, You couldn't make this stuff up.
Gordon, he was really an amazing person. I strongly suggest you to watch his biography and his take on German planes as well: Here is the playlist: ruclips.net/video/PSRAdZzRycc/видео.html
@@Dronescapes Thanks for that. I've watched Eric a few times, and each time is a revelation, he is truly multi faceted. He even met Goering, Fascinating.
Yes he did, as he explains in the documentary. What an amazing life he had. Did you ever watch Frank Whittle's story? They also intersect with each other: ruclips.net/video/G0T4-XG612Q/видео.html
@@Dronescapes I'll check Whittle out, Thanks.
@@gordonpeden6234 I think you will be impressed
The best ever pilot? I don't think he would claim that, but he would not deny being in the top one.
This glued me beginning to end
Thank you for watching and if you liked Eric "Winkle" Brown, do not miss his other documentaries on the channel, including his biography. Here is the playlist: ruclips.net/video/PSRAdZzRycc/видео.html
Incredible man formed in a crazy time . Very cool. And I understand the Hymn at the end ! For those lost at sea . God bless his tiny Boots
What a great honest guy! Narrator good too!--thanks.
Here are more videos with him, including his amazing biography: ruclips.net/video/PSRAdZzRycc/видео.html
I’ve had the pleasure of seeing him live when he had a podium at my workplace and talked to him. A brilliant story teller, extremely entertaining and very modest.
Having spent time on carriers and have to agree that you really do need that motivation to improve.
This man really did do it all and without i think knowing how much his knowledge effects flight we see today.
A really great video, i dont think anyone who has seen it will forget this man.
Captain Brown is a legend.
What a classy guy, someone we can all look up to. Pilots pilot. Great pilot, better man
Thank you for explaining this very complicated subject. I worked in Germany as a home help. The people that I cared for had many and varied stories from the second world war period. One was ex waffen ss. One was a survivor of the Russian gulags. One was a German married to a Jewish husband. Terrible experiences. Alliencies became very difficulr.
It’s interesting to hear some of the big picture points he makes regarding the Soviet vs German war. It’s consistent with the US commissioned German Generals written history after the war.
Wow, what a career. Hard to believe even half of those stories. Hats off!
What a brilliant documentary!
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Especially about snow at Battle of Kursk...
Mr Brown is one interesting man. I wish I had had a chance to know him. Thanks for this movie. 🎥😎👍
Excellent video. Enjoyed every minute of it.
Awesome, thank you!
Excellent. What a man.
I can recommend Eric Brown's book,
" Wings on my sleeve ".
Extraordinary times make extraordinary men. Eric Brown was definitely one of them.
RIP Winkle Brown you had the right stuff.
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If we all could be so lucky to have a guardian angel like his. Amazing man.
Remarkable life, remarkable experience indeed, captivatingly narrated.
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Been putting off watching this till end of week , Well worth waiting for Eric Brown a Legend of a Man and first rate Pilot an ( Test ) for what he has seen an done is Awesome ..Great vid.
Thank you!
What a professional, always an amazing learning experience, appreciate these videos.
Glad you like them!
Remarkable person in history - how some survive so many near-death experiences is a total mystery.
Extraordinary that he met Udet
If you watch his biography, you will learn that he met many more important figures of WWII ruclips.net/video/PSRAdZzRycc/видео.html
The second war stretched Udet too far.
The war must have hurt Brown as well.
Flew, aerobatics with him even.
What an incredibly fascinating man . I'd give my right arm just to experience a fraction of this man's life . His contribution & dedication to Aeronautics is amazing , and if not for this video I would've never known it . Thank you so much for this fantastic presentation !
Wow, thank you
Fascinating. Wonderful to hear this first person
We're fortunate to have the recollections of Eric Brown. He had immense knowledge and the ability to tell an incredibly interesting story.
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Awesome channel, supplying gems of history beyond the cliché
Thank you so much Kent!
@@Dronescapes fascinating interview & illustrations. Thanks for putting this together.
@@jdavison8551 Thanks for watching J
Love how the images are correct for the topic, and that isn't common
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A truly remarkable pilot and lucky aviator to have flown some of the most secret and amazing aircraft of the war
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Fine human being, courageous beyond believe, compassionate and incredibly skilled. Honest and straight forward with excellent memory.
I had no idea that the British would have been first with supersonic flight were it not for political intervention.
RIP
Absolute solid chap!
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This guy is a true legend. Why hasn't a feature film been made about him? Douglas Bader comes to mind. Winkle deserves the same recognition and acclaim.
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I was on the Oct 1992 USAF Safety Board for the late Oct 1992 Class A of a USAF MH-60G Pave Hawk in a formation that crashed in the Great Salt Lake. The formation was a mixed gaggle of Air Force and Army Special Ops aircraft. The #4 aircraft was the mishap aircraft. The take aways were when on NVGs the Air Force training when going into IMC at Low Level was to climb to 500 feet and go on instruments. The Army TTP's was to slow down and visually reacquire the ground visually on NVGs two very different TTPs when on NVGs.. The lead aircraft was Air Force and he climbed to 500 feet and went on instruments #2 and # 3 were Army and the #4 aircraft was the mishap was Air Force. The Mishap Pilot survived and told us as the Army Helos slowed down per their TTP's that he saw the slime lights on the rotor disc and it appeared he was above the aircraft when he wasn't and he turned to avoid the aircraft as turned right to avoid them on NVGs the rotor disc lift deteriorated quickly and they impacted the water at 132 knots 20 degree right wing low. Lesson learned the TTP's should be common and followed the weather was marginal VMC to begin with but quickly went IMC. They were on NVG's where the decrease in reflected light after leaving the glare of Ogden over the lake led to a "black hole" effect with the loss of light.started the chain of events. This latest mishap may have similar findings.
Thanks for sharing
His memory was just astounding.
Amazing man!
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Excellent video for the greatest pilot who ever flew.
Amazing, thank you! I want more!
You got it!
Captain Brown, wow, what a life!
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Amazing story. Man and machines, flying machines, all machines, but especially flying machines.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Amazing documentary - very engaging. He is just so experienced.
Glad you enjoyed it!
So appreciated of the wisdom and intelligence of the story being told and is very interesting in the least so hats off to you and the comrade's of your day and your story is history at it's finest thank you for this and with the technology that we have today no one has any reason for not learning you'res and for that matter anything a person wants to see and learn 👍⚔️
A little cheese at the end but what I meant was there is no reason for anyone capable of looking at the internet should not be able to learn are history and be able to see the couragest people that made are country who it is and the reason why we don't have countries trying to invade are land's!
Nice to see a small tribute to Eric 'Bubi' Hartmann. Like Eric Brown, Herr Hartmann was a down-to-earth gentleman who was a pleasure to listen to. RIP two knights of the skies.
Fabulous- the greatest of the great- I wish the were more like Winkle Brown!
Well said Ian. We created a playlist for him: ruclips.net/p/PLBI4gRjPKfnOzI39MG3ILpQkxPpgoZk4n
Read Captain Brown’s books. He was a fantastic pilot, especially for carrier suitability…but his real genius was in his powers of observation and communication.
Added to the fact he was a real nice guy!
@@robertmatch6550 my pop served under him when he was in command at HMS Fulmar. As I said a real nice man as well!..
What a fantastic video! He deserves a movie about his life!
Diplomat, analyst, test pilot, The greatest naval aviator. There aren't many people like Winkle. Carlesburg don't make men but if they did he'd Probably be the best man in the world.
I remember, decades ago, seeing an ME-163 up here at the East Fortune Museum of Flight. It was incredible to think of pilots flinging themselves into high altitude combat in what is a fairly tiny airframe. I didn't know then about the potentially lethal fuel it used. Just shows, perhaps, the sheer level of desperation of the Nazis, in trying to do something about the pummelling they were getting from the air, day and night.
What a fascinating life he lived. Is there anything aviation related he didn't do? Even saw and chased a UFO. I bet he would be one heck of a guy to sit down and talk to. Imagine all the experiences he had and all the aircraft he flew. I'd love to hear more about his time in WWII.
A true great man ,i hope we still have people like this today
❤an absolute pleasure to listen to the stories of this amazing man,I salute you sir
Thanks for listening
Seen this one before but thank you so much for this upload incredible life story many thanks. ✈️🙏🏻
RIP Eric 💙
This is literal gold
I remember his story of shooting down Condors but didn't know he miraculously survived a sinking. He has seen a LOT in his life! o7, Sir.
Just plain Fascinating !!
Thanks to the pilot for his service and story, and thanks to the channel/staff... cool Sunday stuff for sure!
Thank you so very much Dan
@@Dronescapes more than welcome..
.78 Mach performance. The secret of the P-51. First time I’ve ever heard this. Amazing. Out of the horse’s mouth.
Range ..laminar wing