I Got My Blackhawk License... The Most INCREDIBLE Machine I've EVER Operated!!!

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  • Опубликовано: 21 янв 2025

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  • @CleetusM
    @CleetusM  Год назад +3429

    Shoutout to Josh my CFI in this video! He was super easy to learn with, great guy!

    • @thinkingofyouto1
      @thinkingofyouto1 Год назад +19

      I don’t know if it’s good or bad either but it’s gonna make for some great videos

    • @LextechLighting
      @LextechLighting Год назад +20

      Where is the victor race with the supra??

    • @simpleg7559
      @simpleg7559 Год назад +15

      Keep on doin it for Dale and Ed brother!!

    • @doodoo66
      @doodoo66 Год назад +34

      Fighter jet next?

    • @djwilliams4714
      @djwilliams4714 Год назад +22

      MORE CONTENT like this Garret!!

  • @rob3910
    @rob3910 Год назад +1272

    I’m A pilot, this instructor is the freaking man, what a legend!!!!!!! . I hope he sees this, you my guy are exactly what is needed for instructing in aviation

    • @throwaway2082
      @throwaway2082 Год назад +38

      @TROGLOKAHNstraight to the point explains what it is and how it works A+

    • @thedude669
      @thedude669 Год назад +52

      @TROGLOKAHNnot all instructors are equal… assuming you’ve been through school, you should know this.

    • @BigMike_59
      @BigMike_59 Год назад +1

      Hello Mr. Rob, would you guide me to a good aviation school ? It’s always been a dream of mine to fly and just always been a part of my life. I’ve studied a lot of military fighter jets , bombers, AWACS, subsonic trainer aircraft.

    • @JV-df9em
      @JV-df9em Год назад +4

      @TROGLOKAHNYou’ve never had…a good or bad teacher through out schooling? 🤨

    • @coorsbanq
      @coorsbanq Год назад

      @@BigMike_59 I'm not Mr. Rob, but I currently go to UND, the program is great but rigorous and holds you accountable. If you would just want to get your PPL and not go through the commercial pipeline I recommend a Part 61 School possibly at your local airport or Aerocenter. Part 61 is also a great way to go for those who don't want to go through Part 141 and college.

  • @BlueSharkRides
    @BlueSharkRides Год назад +1229

    This instructor was absolutely amazing. Professional, serious, and rewarding. This dude knows how to teach people and to let them know they are doing a great job in a potentially stressful situation.

    • @geronimo5537
      @geronimo5537 11 месяцев назад +8

      can tell he has instructed and flown for years by no life'ing hard in the cabin. lol

    • @BartholomewJenkins69420
      @BartholomewJenkins69420 11 месяцев назад +13

      i noticed he watched Cletus's hand every time he flipped a switch just to make sure he was flipping the right one

    • @CirclingtheFringes
      @CirclingtheFringes 11 месяцев назад +12

      Such a huge difference between knowing stuff and being able to explain it patiently. Looks very cool, the interaction between the 2 of them.

    • @briangalloway3684
      @briangalloway3684 11 месяцев назад +4

      He's an amazing dude for sure

    • @briangalloway3684
      @briangalloway3684 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@BartholomewJenkins69420same very aware

  • @hootman_hawk
    @hootman_hawk 10 месяцев назад +45

    Very Nice. I was a 67T Tactical Transport Helicopter Mechanic (Blackhawk) (later became 15T) and 66T Aircraft Technical Inspector (when that existed and trained at Fort Eustis in 1985. After 3 years as a crew chief in the 82nd Airborne, went full-time National Guard and became certified on the OH-6, OH-58, UH-1, and spent the rest of my career as a Technical Inspector (TI). The Blackhawk is an amazing machine, always has been, and still relevant. The Army is insane by switching over to a dual tiltrotor, and they will regret that decision. Spent 19 years on flight status, and went through about everything you can think of except being shot down. Engine failures, torque splits, loss of tail rotor once (cable broke). Back in the day before the NVG modification the internal lighting was all red and we had to tape up the vids to keep the brightness down. Was on active duty during the time when the EMI issue with the stabilator happened, we were restricted to 80 knots for months until they developed and modded adding the stabilator "pinky switch". I still live near the unit I was assigned to, and still visit on occasion and see them flying around the metro area a few times a week. I really miss it. Great video, and the fact he can get in with so little experience and fly it that well is a testament as to how pilot friendly this beast is. An absolutely amazing design and the H-60 will go down in history as probably the best military helo ever fielded, based on the multiple variations and mission capability. Thanks for the video!

    • @alaskayoung3413
      @alaskayoung3413 2 месяца назад

      Haha I was a 15t in 2011 and on. Went crew chief right away. I remember cold Ft. Eustis.... Kind of wish I stuck with the career field of maintenance or went pilot. I was 101st.

    • @moparjr89
      @moparjr89 Месяц назад

      i was 15f lol good ole fort useless

  • @leviathan5.081
    @leviathan5.081 Год назад +418

    My favorite thing about Garrett is he never half asses anything he genuinely loves what he does and does it to the best of his ability really inspires me watching these videos, absolutely my favorite group to watch

    • @clydesnow5047
      @clydesnow5047 Год назад +2

      I find that very true. Great Videos from a very humble guy.

    • @ThunderAppeal
      @ThunderAppeal Год назад +1

      How much are you paid to comment?
      And is your currency in chickens or bags of rice?

    • @daveyanderson6166
      @daveyanderson6166 Год назад

      @@ThunderAppeal Nothing, but both. Learn more to inspire more. 🤡

    • @stefandwoodham
      @stefandwoodham Год назад

      Get the hell out of here​@RepentandbelieveinJesusChrist_

    • @REDMAN298
      @REDMAN298 Год назад

      He just bought a lap top for 6 chickens, 2 pigs, and a goat.@@ThunderAppeal

  • @charlesp9154
    @charlesp9154 Год назад +532

    Is it weird that it kinda makes me proud of Cleet for all the props he got during Training? Way to go Brother!!!

    • @bthaxthaxton4821
      @bthaxthaxton4821 Год назад +38

      Not weird at all! There are so many RUclipsrs out there who will do anything for content....Cleet is one of the few that does what he loves and the content is a side effect! He is very intelligent and surrounds himself with like minded people. McFarland Aviation and McFarland Racing are going to become Empires of the Industry!

    • @aheadofthecurve2352
      @aheadofthecurve2352 Год назад +6

      Im sure it had nothing to do with the cameras everywhere and who the student was in the slightest. Him knowing this was going on youtube Im sure played zero role whatsoever.

    • @Mac-td7lt
      @Mac-td7lt Год назад +8

      Did you say "props"? I like it. Lol.

    • @RICARD01
      @RICARD01 Год назад

      Weird...no
      Ghey...yes
      😂😂😂

    • @XxMusclecarsxX
      @XxMusclecarsxX Год назад +1

      Dude can drive anything

  • @DaDon131313
    @DaDon131313 3 месяца назад +10

    I've worked on those for so many years (19) and crewed them for 14 years. Seeing that lower console so bare and with an actual GPS is amazing. That was also a superb roll-on too.

    • @YETI-99
      @YETI-99 11 дней назад

      yea she looks pretty light!

  • @aussiedunce7908
    @aussiedunce7908 Год назад +261

    The fact that the CFI was so impressed speskes volumes to Garrett's skill as pilot/driver/absolute wheelman

    • @o0purehate0o
      @o0purehate0o Год назад +15

      I think the reaction time he's got has a big help factor from Leroy being the typical 6 second savage he is.

    • @neithertwosturrr3016
      @neithertwosturrr3016 Год назад +9

      ​@o0purehate0o He also has always had a very good sense of the vehicles around him and feeling connected to them. Some people get in a vehicle for the first time and they need some time to mesh with it and figure out the way it moves and how much room it takes up but Cleeter seems to just need minutes/hours where as most need days/months of time. It's absolutely insane how many times he's hopped in something for the first time and just looked natural.

    • @peik_haikyuu2265
      @peik_haikyuu2265 Год назад +3

      @@neithertwosturrr3016 yeah if you go back and look at cleet drive vaughns fd car he just hops in and is killing it and he does the same thing with every other vehicle he is in its kinda insane

    • @johnharris4738
      @johnharris4738 Год назад +6

      I think I was most impressed at how fast he picked up racing jet boats.

    • @neithertwosturrr3016
      @neithertwosturrr3016 Год назад +4

      @@johnharris4738 Couldn't agree more. Like the fact he not only picked it up as a fun hobby at the moment but literally competed and got insane qualifying times for a beginner.

  • @CoopaCoop
    @CoopaCoop Год назад +842

    It's just cool to see a normal nice guy make it. Hes got the money, house, the track, the cars, the wife and kid. Congratulations man! You're living most men's dreams.

    • @darnellnepia1629
      @darnellnepia1629 Год назад +57

      And the friends

    • @egyptology22
      @egyptology22 Год назад +10

      I was thinking exactly the same thing, then read your comment.

    • @TonerLow
      @TonerLow Год назад +17

      Right, nice to see it happen for good people for a change.

    • @Mac-td7lt
      @Mac-td7lt Год назад +11

      Yep. And he's made many subscribers like us happy. We love it!

    • @hammerjim19741
      @hammerjim19741 Год назад +17

      Not a normal guy, dad gave him it all.

  • @KevinTalbotTV
    @KevinTalbotTV Год назад +843

    dude stop it, you're making me want a heli!! You're killing it bro!!

    • @puritan7473
      @puritan7473 Год назад +13

      Ha ha Kevin, 100% right. I guess I shouldn't be surprised you watch Cletus too. Glad I saw this comment, made me check and RUclips had unsubscribed me again grrrrr.

    • @michaelhataway6450
      @michaelhataway6450 Год назад +9

      i agree he is killing it... but he needs more RC content like you, i love watching your videos

    • @mrcontroversy222
      @mrcontroversy222 Год назад

      @@puritan7473sureeeee

    • @Linuxpunk81
      @Linuxpunk81 Год назад +4

      Was not expecting this 😂

    • @martyn5799
      @martyn5799 Год назад +1

      Kevin mate you need a Blackhawk not a RC but a real one like Dave's 💯💯💯💯👍👍😜🔥

  • @alanloizeaux4881
    @alanloizeaux4881 Год назад +16

    Training never ends. As a back seater Flight Medic, knowing immediate EPs and using the checklist is key to a good flight. Take offs are optional. Landings are mandatory.

  • @DMoss84
    @DMoss84 Год назад +181

    Former Blackhawk IP here. Proud of all you're accomplishing. Be safe, and please use hearing protection - all of you in the crew.

    • @scottymac101
      @scottymac101 Год назад +13

      Smartest comment here...Hope they listen!!

    • @flynlr
      @flynlr Год назад +31

      I haven't been in a running Blackhawk since the 80s but a zillion hours as a Crew Chief and never ending tinnitus concurs. can still hear that transmission whine in my right ear. and that was using double ear pro.

    • @scottymac101
      @scottymac101 Год назад

      I cut down trees for a living and I wore ear protection when I was 17 the older guys gave me grief for it but I'm really glad I did I did have some tinnitus but Dr Berg's little exercise help me with that,@@flynlr

    • @djdan890
      @djdan890 Год назад +3

      Still the most bad ass sounding helicopter ever along with the chinook

    • @sctsgt
      @sctsgt Год назад +1

      @@flynlr Were you around for the Crashhawk days? Remember them being grounded several times for just falling out of the sky.

  • @koukikaori7171
    @koukikaori7171 Год назад +153

    As a current 12 year MH-60 Crew Chief I love this video. Glad you got to experience the power of the Blackhawk brother.

    • @tlgmarten
      @tlgmarten Год назад +3

      53J avionics back in the 80s, I miss it so much.

    • @odahithedubious
      @odahithedubious Год назад +3

      Way back in the 90's, I was an Avionics Mechanic. AH-64, UH-60, OH-58 mainly, with a few other airframes in the mix. Loved it, and it led to some amazing things after. Thanks, Uncle Sam, for giving me the opportunity. I had some fantastic fellow soldiers, and got to see and do some amazing things. Many thanks to my fellow veterans for their service. Good job, Cleetus, that's a heck of an aircraft. All the best to you and your family.

    • @plazmaflare5199
      @plazmaflare5199 2 месяца назад

      As a new AE on the MH-60, these things are so cool to see daily.

    • @heli-crewhgs5285
      @heli-crewhgs5285 20 дней назад +1

      Congratulations! At 12 years old, you must be the youngest Crew Chief ever!

  • @nick_in_chaos1908
    @nick_in_chaos1908 Год назад +246

    As a former Blackhawk mechanic in the army, this video fills my heart with joy.

    • @Rodknockandy
      @Rodknockandy Год назад +5

      60s are 💩, 47s is the way hooah lol

    • @nick_in_chaos1908
      @nick_in_chaos1908 Год назад +8

      @Rodknockandy 47s are just 2 palm trees banging a dumpster lol!

    • @djdan890
      @djdan890 Год назад

      @@nick_in_chaos1908anything that’s saved from the scrapyard is good just a shame it’s used for bad that’s 😂by it he such a stigma

    • @GeorgePrince
      @GeorgePrince Год назад +1

      @@Rodknockandy, right you are!

    • @zack556
      @zack556 Год назад +3

      Thank you for your service Sir

  • @camcamwatt
    @camcamwatt Год назад +12

    Australia here - we just scrapped the MH 90 Tipan and have got 40 brand new blackhawks coming down under. We've had a bunch for a while - every time they use to fly over my house all blacked out full of SASR it was such a buzz. Congrats on getting your type rating! Yall are going to have some mad adventures!

  • @bigtimmy18able
    @bigtimmy18able Год назад +362

    As a former UH-60 crew chief, I absolutely love and approve this video. Keep on being amazing sir!!!

    • @UnclePorkchop
      @UnclePorkchop Год назад +6

      You tangos throw rocks at my Romeo kid 😂

    • @krvrox
      @krvrox Год назад +17

      as a current uh-60 crew chief i approve lol@@UnclePorkchop

    • @Beard1787
      @Beard1787 Год назад +3

      Whats up CrewDawg!

    • @LazlotheInstigator
      @LazlotheInstigator Год назад +7

      15T here as well retired 10 years ago

    • @Dave-jo1hf
      @Dave-jo1hf Год назад +5

      < 67T 🍺 showing my age! 🍺

  • @randalltufts3321
    @randalltufts3321 Год назад +106

    Great job gentlemen! 30 year commercial pilot and I still remember that feeling of accomplishment and pride tempered with knowledge. It may just be a bigger challenging ride but thats what keeps it interesting and keeps us sharp. Never stop learning. Congratulations 👏 to you both

    • @pmccoy8924
      @pmccoy8924 Год назад +5

      I suspect most Blackhawk operators are former/current US Army pilots. Does the FAA recognize US Army certification or do they need an FAA endorsement as well?

  • @quinnhurley7965
    @quinnhurley7965 Год назад +890

    Cleetus getting licensed to fly a Blackhawk completes the holy grail. What can this man not do?

    • @WolfPilot
      @WolfPilot Год назад +111

      Has he done a glider yet? OH I KNOW! A blimp!!!! He needs to by a BLIMP for the freedom factory!

    • @tylermallory2504
      @tylermallory2504 Год назад +26

      limbo...

    • @kuttinkuddy3905
      @kuttinkuddy3905 Год назад +32

      Sleep

    • @denmarkguy1
      @denmarkguy1 Год назад +21

      @@WolfPilot Blimp would be great for the Camera angles during races!

    • @dookiebooger9967
      @dookiebooger9967 Год назад +17

      i wanna see him try asphalt super late model racing. dale would be proud

  • @thedoorider
    @thedoorider Год назад +22

    What great acft. I have just over 2,000 hours in A/ A+ & L Hawks and 1900+ hours in other helicopters. The most fun you can have with your pants on! Congratulations guys!!

  • @_____Justin______
    @_____Justin______ Год назад +128

    Very impressive man. I’m a former flight engineer on KC-10s and your understanding of the systems and all around airmanship is awesome to see. Very very cool to see you progressing the way you are.

    • @Joebobinator
      @Joebobinator Год назад +7

      It's really cool to see him locked in, he's gotten comfortable with 1000+++ cars but I'm glad he's got the maturity to be professional and focused with (relatively) unfamiliar dangerous machines.

    • @Cycle9568
      @Cycle9568 Год назад +1

      Me too! 6th ARS.

    • @lifebehindtheselens
      @lifebehindtheselens Год назад

      Cap

    • @Degenerate124
      @Degenerate124 Год назад +1

      @@lifebehindtheselenssays the guy with a cartoon picture 🤦🏼‍♂️🤣

    • @steveskouson9620
      @steveskouson9620 Год назад +3

      I've got a weakness for the DC-10/MD-11 birds. Spent quite a
      while in Building 84, building the MD-11 birds.
      steve

  • @countryboy99656
    @countryboy99656 Год назад +89

    I’m always impressed how quick Garrett can get comfortable in a machine. What an operator

    • @danmyers9372
      @danmyers9372 Год назад +9

      He combines high intelligence with incredible hand to eye coordination. I honestly believe if Garrett had gone into the military he could have ended up a NASA astronaut (if he could have handled the math/engineering). He’s that good.

    • @camaro25
      @camaro25 Год назад +9

      The guy is just a natural wheelman. Like, he can hop in anything and after a little bit of time, can be very proficient at it much faster than the average person can.

    • @jaredkish8716
      @jaredkish8716 Год назад +2

      Smoooothhh operatorrrrr

  • @billyjoe3309
    @billyjoe3309 Год назад +80

    That instructor is a true legend. Such good attitude and positivity. Absolutely loved watching this!
    Next video: I've bought a Blackhawk!!!

  • @PooterBigums
    @PooterBigums Год назад +277

    Just listening to the instructor talk about how shocked he was with how quick Cleetus reacted and how he’s probably his best student wow. That lets everyone know truly how good Cleet is at Captaining anything. Guy was flying blackhawks in Afghan and is saying he’s impressed with you! Damn brother keep it up

    • @WestCoastWheelman
      @WestCoastWheelman Год назад +26

      Garret is literally the motorsport prodigy of our generation and the world doesn't even know it yet, he's still just getting started!

    • @imchris5000
      @imchris5000 Год назад +4

      hes got a few years of smaller helicopter experience and most of the concepts transfer over to the larger birds

    • @raynetorrin
      @raynetorrin Год назад +2

      @@imchris5000Yeah he has been flying twin engine birds for a couple years. His BO-105 and the A365 are both twin engine.

    • @triplehfarmsllc7348
      @triplehfarmsllc7348 Год назад +4

      Definitely a joke but wouldn’t expect anything less from a drag racer reaction is key 😂 but gotta give it to Garrett he goes all in on whatever he does and he goes above and beyond to learn and get better in everything he does. I love the fact he is learning everything he possibly can to better himself in the aviation industry. It not only shows his love for it but shows he wants to be the safest he possibly can and when things go south he is more the capable to handle whatever it may be.

    • @smooth_ops2942
      @smooth_ops2942 Год назад +3

      ​@@imchris5000Well if flying scale R/C stuff transfers over to true size aircraft, the smaller it is the harder it is to fly. As you scale up in size and weight, you don't have to react as quick because the mass slows all movements down. You will never hear a pilot of a large aircraft say.... "I like my women like I like my aircraft, big... Slow... and expensive". That would be a backwoods girl from Kentucky who loves 50oz filets for appetizers and says..." You gonna eat that? "... While pointing at your steak 🥩.

  • @0o32
    @0o32 4 месяца назад +1

    Man you was born for this love it

  • @allspooledup2584
    @allspooledup2584 Год назад +66

    It doesn’t surprise me that you did really well flying the Blackhawk. You truly are gifted when it comes to operating anything with an engine. What a cool machine the Blackhawk is

  • @strat1960s
    @strat1960s Год назад +146

    Way back in the day, I was really into RC Helicopters. While I was deployed in Aghanistan, I spoke with a couple of the helicopter pilots and asked if I could check out the helicopters. They brought me out and showed me the Blackhawks and Apaches. I noticed a ton of stickers on the inside of the helicopters. I mentioned to the guy showing me around that I flew RC Helicopters and that I had some RC Heli Magazine stickers and asked if I could add to the stickers. I found a few empty spaces and added a sticker in a few of the copters. I then got some pictures and they were later posted in the magazine. As odd as it may sound, FOB Shank, Afghanistan was a very cool deployment (Accept for the rocket attacks. Those sucked!)
    Thank you for sharing your experience.

    • @Duane_A
      @Duane_A 8 месяцев назад +5

      That's awesome they let you add a sticker!

    • @Dustin277
      @Dustin277 3 месяца назад +2

      Thanks for your service

  • @HankJr.
    @HankJr. Год назад +180

    This man’s goal in life is to drive / fly everything he possibly can and I love it. From sticking turbo whistles in his exhaust to piloting a Blackhawk. 😆

  • @brentdoege6266
    @brentdoege6266 Год назад +5

    That's awesome man, I don't think anyone could have even slapped the smiles off your faces!! That kind of excitement doesn't happen often. Congrats on your pass!!

  • @justyouraverageguy8460
    @justyouraverageguy8460 Год назад +66

    I was a Blackhawk crew chief in the US Army. Watching your video today brought back so many great memories. Thanks for the video brotha

  • @glenpiro313
    @glenpiro313 Год назад +27

    Love the UH60! In 2005 I was at LSA Anaconda and served as a gunner for about 300 hours total. Once the crew chiefs found out I could spin a wrench I was pretty busy, but I loved every second of it. I loved giving the preflight brief to the pax and inevitably would be asked “how far will this thing fly on one engine?” The answer was “Oh she’ll fly right to the crash site “. Delivered deadpan, fucking hilarious! I miss flying in those beasts. Well done man.

    • @drkskyes
      @drkskyes 3 месяца назад

      Thanks for your service, comrade!

  • @mr.fizzac3957
    @mr.fizzac3957 Год назад +11

    This is so badass. Respect to all those who can fly these! Sure much training an knowledge goes into this! Very cool.

  • @SRTifiedRAM
    @SRTifiedRAM Год назад +163

    “…throw the passengers out” Hahaha 😂 Congratulations to you, Dave, and your other buddy on this incredible achievement. Not only is it the coolest thing you’ve ever operated, but it’s definitely the most American thing you’ve done thus far. 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 So sick! Again, congratulations brother! 🤘🏻

    • @zack556
      @zack556 Год назад +3

      I laughed hard at that

  • @plymouthsuperbee1707
    @plymouthsuperbee1707 Год назад +50

    I think I’d let the instructor tell me how to eat a bowl of cereal, I love how constructive and informative he is without being stern, it’s a very serious topic, but he was very passionate about it, props to you cleet!

  • @adamc1713
    @adamc1713 Год назад +22

    I work H60 engines for the Air Force, and it is cool watching you do the run up on these. Normally I would be standing outside on a headset listening to all those callouts, then telling you the blade droop stops are good before I unplug and run away.

  • @default7950
    @default7950 11 месяцев назад +2

    Ah, 15 years of memories... Regarding the long start process, imagine you're in a medevac unit and you need to get in the air as soon as possible, we used to go through the checklist up to start, to get everything set up so we could run out in the middle of the night and get rolling in 8 minutes (following everything up with the checklist as we taxi, before takeoff). Also, flying on the tailwheel is cute, but if you ever get the chance again, try a 3 point roll-on landing -- I used to love doing those. You have to get down to about 20 knots on approach and nose over slightly just as you get toward the ground. 😀

  • @iainball2023
    @iainball2023 Год назад +189

    Sick achievement. Never really been into helicopters, but you don't need to be to understand just what an epic thing that was. Hats off to both of you. ❤

    • @iainball2023
      @iainball2023 Год назад

      ​@RepentandbelieveinJesusChrist_ go away.

  • @tmac9418
    @tmac9418 Год назад +232

    How cool do you need to be dude? You are living a dream man. Im so happy for you. Absolutely savage and wholesome at the same time.

    • @Mgp-Rc
      @Mgp-Rc 9 месяцев назад +1

      I think that is why I have a lot of respect for this guy. Has done so much but without the ego trip that many in the same position would normally have.

  • @justjase4083
    @justjase4083 Год назад +34

    You're a legend Cleet. If you're son has half of your motivation he's going to go a long way.
    Keep smashing goals with all you do and thanks for letting us come along for the ride.
    Hats of to you legend.

  • @victorstern3341
    @victorstern3341 Месяц назад +1

    As a retired Sikorsky employee I say you did the aircraft proud. I was at Sikorsky during the competition through first flight and first production delivery and 500th delivery as well. Also sold to Israel their Blackhawks.

  • @cliff4695
    @cliff4695 Год назад +27

    Dude, you're absolutely crushing life! Love to see when guys set goals, chase the goal, and achieve the goal. I couldn't be more stoked for somebody that I do not even know

  • @estebancampano1925
    @estebancampano1925 Год назад +176

    Being an aircraft mechanic and seeing my favourite cars content creator do this is something I would never imagine 😂! Happy to see you flying and learning, those are some incredible and complex machines, be safe and enjoy the journey!

    • @ethanmorrison1867
      @ethanmorrison1867 Год назад

      What does it take to become an aircraft mechanic?

    • @chunkyninja6988
      @chunkyninja6988 11 месяцев назад

      @@ethanmorrison1867Join the military, Army if you wanna be a Chinook or Blackhawk mechanic

    • @wtcashel
      @wtcashel 11 месяцев назад

      Years in military or private mechanics school spending a ton of your own $$$

  • @alexadamson1322
    @alexadamson1322 Год назад +10

    You should definitely upload the video of the whole startup procedure. So far one of the best videos of the cockpit procedures in the hawk for the civilian world.

  • @artemgula9504
    @artemgula9504 12 дней назад

    Working on the seahawks and seeing you be able understand everything that those circuit breakers due so quickly is awesome cause lord knows there’s people I work with that can’t grasp it to save their life.

  • @JeremyCulbreath
    @JeremyCulbreath Год назад +29

    Not just content to get type rating training, he goes for a stunt. Love it.
    We're all just living vicariously through Cleetus at this point. Can't wait to see what he challenges himself with next.

  • @MattyEngland
    @MattyEngland Год назад +86

    You're such a great role model for kids to look upto! 100x better than all these manufactured 'celebrities' on TV and in the sports and music industries etc. That's what is so cool about RUclips, that normal everyday people like you, Dave and Matt from demo ranch can make it big. Congratulations bro, you deserve it.

  • @quickdeuce
    @quickdeuce Год назад +9

    I've watched quite a few videos of folks flying all sort of aircraft and one thing that has always amazed me is the conversation between the pilot and the tower. Learning how to listen and understand what the tower's telling the pilot is amazing.

    • @ThunderAppeal
      @ThunderAppeal Год назад

      How much are you paid to comment?
      And is your currency in chickens or bags of rice?

  • @riggsmurtah2788
    @riggsmurtah2788 3 месяца назад +1

    All that flight training came handy, thanks for helping delivering supplies after the storm! This is what a real influencer looks like.

  • @codymccartney3591
    @codymccartney3591 Год назад +323

    Leave it to Cleetus to be the one guy to wheelie a Blackhawk while getting his license for it 😂

    • @IAMBrandon_JN
      @IAMBrandon_JN Год назад +13

      Bruh I was thinking same thing lmao. Like how you ask to do some stunts while in training. Lmao what a G

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind Год назад +8

      Nobody ever did a burnout in a helicopter but if it was possible Cleetus would find a way.

    • @bradnewport7896
      @bradnewport7896 Год назад +5

      ​@@InsideOfMyOwnMind time to bust out some electric hub mounted motors for the wheels lmao

    • @jondaily3596
      @jondaily3596 Год назад +1

      @insidemyownmind clet has had a helicopter in a few of his burnout competitions

    • @derekderek2570
      @derekderek2570 Год назад

      @@InsideOfMyOwnMindno power goes to the wheels though

  • @Berm_Blaster
    @Berm_Blaster Год назад +49

    Seriously love the variety of content Garrett brings us. Truly the best on RUclips. 🤘

  • @recoilrob324
    @recoilrob324 Год назад +14

    Wanted to say what an awesome dude your CFI Josh was in the video!!! Great demeanor and someone who obviously knows his shit. And...what a machine the Blackhawk is!!! You have made me feel all warm inside...thankyou!!

  • @freddykoopmans6985
    @freddykoopmans6985 16 дней назад

    nice to see you and Dave made a great deal.... hope that you had both a great reward out of it

  • @npickart
    @npickart Год назад +20

    Congratulations Garrett and Dave, thats an incredible achievement. And what an opportunity to be able to fly a machine like that!

  • @D_Trade
    @D_Trade Год назад +85

    First, shout out to ol Cleeter dominating everything he touches, but also shout out to Madi being so supportive. Young one and pregnant? Yeah I wouldn't get away with any of this 😂

    • @shaunparker9353
      @shaunparker9353 Год назад +17

      Yeah you would lol, if it brought the paychecks Garrett is bringing in I'm sure it wouldn't be an issue haha

    • @josephbrager3842
      @josephbrager3842 Год назад +6

      With the massive support system he has I'd put money on it that she is never actually alone with the kids unless she wants to be

    • @D_Trade
      @D_Trade Год назад +6

      Seeing where this is going lol, obviously I agree to some degree. She definitely has help, well taken care of, but that doesn't focus on the women side of it wanting her husband home and going through pregnancy while he's out playing (obviously paying the bills) but playing 😂 (if you know, you know)

    • @josephbrager3842
      @josephbrager3842 Год назад +5

      @@D_Trade I'm also willing to bet she's with him while he travels most of the time to that and he is probably home alot more that the videos show

    • @John_Conner222
      @John_Conner222 Год назад +1

      Well except for Trophy trucks. That's about the only thing he can't dominate other than dominating them into the ground 😇

  • @Invincibletro
    @Invincibletro Год назад +39

    I worked a rotation in a field medical tent on a military runway and loved watching the pilots practice besting their previous landings. It was a game of how clean can you do it.

  • @AllAccessEntertainment
    @AllAccessEntertainment 9 месяцев назад +1

    Well I love how you are taking the time to explain it as you're learning and it's never made me wanna learn to fly please do more tutorials your reactions are what makes it fun you and Dave both got me really excited to learn I wish my life would actually allow me to experience some of these things I love enjoying it with you guys

  • @MrMichaelsalt
    @MrMichaelsalt Год назад +372

    From one Blackhawk pilot to another, it really is an incredible machine. Best job I ever had.

    • @francisst-pierre4995
      @francisst-pierre4995 Год назад +16

      I have a question? In a situation of combat what Time you have to start the blackhawk ? Do you do all the step by step ou you juste go fuckoff start that shiet and get up?

    • @MrMichaelsalt
      @MrMichaelsalt Год назад

      @@francisst-pierre4995 yeah, MEDEVAC does it all the time. You can have it started and on the go very quickly if need be.

    • @nathanielchandler1093
      @nathanielchandler1093 Год назад +19

      They are not taking off in combat. They are taking off from base and yes they do all their checks

    • @JetFire9
      @JetFire9 Год назад +2

      Black Hawk down!

    • @ethanmorrison1867
      @ethanmorrison1867 Год назад +4

      How long did it take you to memorize all those steps?

  • @gpierce6403
    @gpierce6403 Год назад +28

    Certified Blackhawk Pilot! That’s a big ol’checkmark in Cleetus’s bucket list. Absolutely amazing watching everything he’s accomplished so far. What’s next, flying a blimp?

  • @Zixxyz
    @Zixxyz Год назад +248

    Cleeter is knocking off bucket list items like they’re side quests in a videogame! Can’t think of a single other person living life quite like ol cleet! Keep it up man, we love to see it!

    • @mercetajs
      @mercetajs Год назад +4

      he is getting ready for all the possible zombie/post-apocalyptic scenarios there could be :D theres not a single thing he cant operate :D honestly no idea how everyone flying these things dont get confused of all the things... but i guess you get used to it... and if things go south then you have to really ''fly or die'' :D

    • @ThunderAppeal
      @ThunderAppeal Год назад +4

      How much are you paid to comment?
      And is your currency in chickens or bags of rice?

    • @cs512tr
      @cs512tr Год назад +2

      lots of money will allow that :)

    • @ThunderAppeal
      @ThunderAppeal Год назад

      @@cs512tr

    • @slavplaysgames
      @slavplaysgames Год назад +1

      "it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God" - Mathew 9 : 24 Give yourself to Christ and repent .

  • @IDv8I
    @IDv8I Год назад +12

    Man, it makes my heart smile hearing the instructor say how impressed he was of your ability, you are an impressive dude and that is inspirational.

  • @johnsmith-ik4xp
    @johnsmith-ik4xp День назад

    And as far as you not knowing why you did it. You did it because you could. I am proud of you for taking advantage of the opportunity when it presented itself. That is what makes you such a great person and enjoyable to watch. We love you Garrett!

  • @treasuretraveler3613
    @treasuretraveler3613 Год назад +13

    SLC #2 was my home airport when I got my license 45 years ago. What a treat to see Cleet getting instruction there. Just like being home. Thank you man!!!!

  • @vFoxyy
    @vFoxyy Год назад +99

    I absolutely love how calm and nice flight training instructors are! Here in the UK car driving instructors are such d**ks, these guys in your videos are so chill and really are just trying to help you the best they can

    • @bailey-bobthorton1950
      @bailey-bobthorton1950 Год назад +11

      It’s a Crew Resource Management issue. If your CFI is a dick, that can be a big safety issue. Safety and Aviation go hand in hand.

    • @sparklight5317
      @sparklight5317 Год назад +9

      Hahhh...when in the air...calm collected speak with ease and directness....after action...yeah that's different...debrief will be hard if you fucked up. You're on the dirt now...breathing...did you do something that might not make that possible? Intensive scrutiny of this event will now commence.

    • @thomasoneill5653
      @thomasoneill5653 Год назад +6

      After he mentioned combat flying, I realized teaching folks must be a walk in the park.

    • @Papa7Bravo
      @Papa7Bravo Год назад +3

      I know what you mean, especially when half of the driving instructors can't driver properly themselves it's not even funny.

    • @doubleT84
      @doubleT84 Год назад

      Entirely different situations. Here's someone driving a car together with thousands of others that are getting into routines, ignoring checking their cars for safety, starting to forget some of the rules or being too relaxed with some rules and sometimes being safed by other drivers that avoided the accident that you didn't even know you're causing. Because it's "normal" and routine and everyone is driving.
      And then there's someone spending a lot of money on flying in a machine much more dangerous and expensive than a car. So that student is much more likely to have respect and awareness of the situation. Look at some of the student drivers, thinking they are the born race car drivers or thinking driving is nothing more than accelerating and turning ... I'd probably be a strict and "dick" driving instructor, given most of the students.

  • @86AW11
    @86AW11 Год назад +8

    Congrats. Worked on and flew in pavehawks for ten years. Wasn't happy at first coming from HH-3Es and MH-53Js, but learned to love the birds.

  • @shackman40
    @shackman40 17 дней назад

    Cleetus and Dave, both of you are my "Heroes," and you have made yourselves a fantastic career. I love watching your videos!!!! Hell ya Brother!!!

  • @mateodavid84
    @mateodavid84 Год назад +8

    Feeling super proud of a human I've never met. You're the real deal Cleet. An inspiration and a great positive influence. Great work brother.

  • @michaelschuler8984
    @michaelschuler8984 Год назад +9

    Your attitude as a pilot impresses me so much. I have met you twice and your humble respect for your hard work and life is what makes me watch and support you! I am also super jealous lol.

  • @dariusboykin750
    @dariusboykin750 Год назад +27

    I love the Growth of the channel every time I tune in I never know what we’re in for this one’s definitely a certified ripper !

  • @davidcook8323
    @davidcook8323 22 дня назад

    Well done Cleetus, you're a natural at being a pilot. Ide be comfortable with you being the pilot of any aircraft I may find myself in.

  • @rodneyk8838
    @rodneyk8838 Год назад +11

    What is not to love about this channel,this man does and has a little of everything....I can see Cleet and Dave on a rescue mission in the future....

  • @angelherrera2115
    @angelherrera2115 Год назад +47

    Hell yeah brother ! Thanks for uploading and never disappointing us 💪🏽 one of the most humblest person I’ve met

  • @hollywinsman9464
    @hollywinsman9464 Год назад +7

    Congratulations to you both. Cleet when he, your instructor congratulated you on being so far ahead of the helo, that's a rare occurrence. You should be very proud of that statement.

  • @Lillian_La_Elara_Silverwood
    @Lillian_La_Elara_Silverwood 7 месяцев назад

    My goodness that instructor is a gem! an absolute gem! I'm an aviation enthusiast I can't afford to be a pilot too expensive where I live plus I'm a nervous person but this instructor just hearing how confident and kind and understanding he is just made me calm damn wish more people like him would be out there.

  • @arthurnelson4096
    @arthurnelson4096 Год назад +27

    I do have to say congratulations! I hope some young pilots see this and get inspired as I did as an old man!
    Two genuine men!

  • @TeeDee87
    @TeeDee87 Год назад +82

    Blackhawk is just one of those engineering masterpieces. Absolutely magnificent machine.

    • @amazin7006
      @amazin7006 Год назад +2

      But like most helicopters it has a killed a lot of our armed force. The blackhawks crash 3x more than the V22 osprey does, the v280 replacement will be a godsend

    • @ChristopherHallett
      @ChristopherHallett Год назад

      @@amazin7006 From an Aussie, yeah they fall out of the sky MUCH too easily. We've lost plenty of soldiers to them as well.

    • @arkwill14
      @arkwill14 Год назад +7

      @@amazin7006 The fact that the US Army alone has more than 2000 Black Hawks, and they've been in service since 1979 whereas there are less than 400 Ospreys and they only entered service in 2005 might have something to do with that.

    • @amazin7006
      @amazin7006 Год назад +5

      ​@@arkwill14 Not really at all. If anything, that means the blackhawk should have a safer record since it has been around much longer (new aircraft tend to crash more due growing pains and lacking skills in maintenance). We are talking crash RATES, not total crashes. Basically "how many accidents happen during X amount of hours of flight?"

    • @raz4371
      @raz4371 Год назад +1

      @@amazin7006 alot of times they were downed there was context as to why the bird itself is an amazing machine

  • @0tispunkm3y3r
    @0tispunkm3y3r Год назад +60

    Mad. I've not watched a Cleet video for a while and then I come back and he has a license to fly a Blackhawk. Absolutely mental, well done!

  • @k.compton8995
    @k.compton8995 Год назад +1

    Thanks for showing the details on the training. I really want to learn. Watching RUclipsrs do it makes it seem more attainable. Your enthusiasm for flying shows.

  • @thomasmacklin-k8e
    @thomasmacklin-k8e Год назад +16

    Said it before, but.. I never cease to be impressed by the variety of your interests and the levels of skill and proficiency in each. You are truly a uniquely talented and blessed individual.

  • @jesses.9234
    @jesses.9234 Год назад +4

    Been a H-60 PaveHawk Combat Rescue mechanic for 19 years now. Congrats on getting those flights in! Enjoy it!

  • @captnhook236
    @captnhook236 Год назад +8

    THANK YOU to BOTH you guys for just being HUMBLE!!! You two are my kids role models, and im proud to say, you are my inspiration to do alot more than I already do in life!!! Thank you Dave and Garrett, AND CREWS!!!

  • @toddsdaler
    @toddsdaler 7 месяцев назад

    Cleetus, I watch this video of you and Dave regularly as it’s exciting every time seeing you fellows being so stoked about flying the Blackhawk. Thanks!

  • @Darkmark454
    @Darkmark454 Год назад +56

    Being Blackhawk certified is such a huge flex. Congrats!

    • @AgentJayZ
      @AgentJayZ Год назад +1

      Couldn't happen to a nicer guy!
      Very impressive, Cleetus!

    • @dirtcurt1
      @dirtcurt1 Год назад +1

      If all else fails he probably can find some work!

  • @rickbullock4331
    @rickbullock4331 Год назад +48

    Congratulations to both of you guys, that’s a big deal. Not too much you can’t operate when you put your mind to it Cleetus. It’s great to have friends like Dave who just happened to have a Blackhawk helicopter laying around to practice on. 👍👍🇨🇦

  • @Shakeysmoker1
    @Shakeysmoker1 Год назад +5

    I love that you continue to take us along on all these fun new things you decide you want to do. Hats off to ya Cleetus.

  • @elizabethbottroff1218
    @elizabethbottroff1218 3 месяца назад

    It was great to watch you G! I've been a long time subscriber. I was away for a while; but I caught your Hurricane Helene relief flights video. I was watching the vertical descents and hovers in that. I could see how comfortable you were, even in the tight spaces. Now that RUclips brought this older Blackhawk training video into my feed, I'm even more impressed. Your landings were spot on, and smooth like butter. I loved your, "wheelie," trip down the runway. 😊 It's also always good to make your trainer's heart happy keeping ahead of the bird in the emergency procedures. Well done!

  • @boomerboom6615
    @boomerboom6615 Год назад +11

    Im impressed you two did fantastic. The black hawk was my everyday ride in Iraq and it always amazed me how good those guys were. Also fun when you sit right next to the gunner when he cuts loose scary as hell but cool as hell. The first time they popped flares before landing in a hot zone at night I have to say I almost crapped myself lol the gunner said I held my chit together better then some military guys did he said some scream like little girls.Again way to go guys

  • @eladiators07
    @eladiators07 Год назад +4

    This is absolutely amazing, probably one of my favorite videos, ive ridden in a Blackhawk in and out of Ramadi during my tours in Iraq and never even knew what took to operate one of these machines LOVE THIS! HELL YEAH BROTHER! RAISE HELL PRAISE DALE

  • @StangeSTG
    @StangeSTG Год назад +7

    That is so sick !!! The smile on your face the entire time was priceless. We're very much the same as we can operate anything with an engine and are excited to do it. You can feel it. Love it brother. Hope to ride with you someday and share some skills.

  • @dlind9628
    @dlind9628 10 месяцев назад

    Dude, I watched you split a (RC) B2 in half in the air..... lol, and now your training on and flying a Blackhawk!!! Talk about dedication. Most guys can only dream about the opportunity to do what you are doing. You are an inspiration. Thanks for filming and keep up the good work.

  • @whmitty1
    @whmitty1 Год назад +6

    Really enjoyed this video. I can very much appreciate your enthusiasm for the experience of flying this helicopter. I am a 75 year old strictly wannabe/wish-I-could helicopter flyer. My only experience was as a passenger in a Huey while serving in the Army back in 1969-71. Being an X-Plane flight simulator user I started out with no intention of playing around with anything but fixed wing. Then decided to try their Nimbus Huey. After flipping it over like a tipped over cow for what seemed an infinite number of times I finally got somewhat airborne and haven't fired up a fixed wing in the simulator since. The vortex ring state is now my biggest challenge but getting better at it. One thing the military taught me was procedures rule. Particularly when operating weaponry and flying any aircraft.
    I live in central Idaho in the Nez Perce Forest which may explain why the weather looked so familiar.
    Thanks again for posting the video.

    • @maeton-gaming
      @maeton-gaming 9 месяцев назад +1

      Planes are really cool, they will always be my first love, but helicopters have a special spot... they're just... what else beats the air into submission? Everyone else bows down at the feet of bernouli before every flight, but not helicopters 8) They just spool up and get to business. Beautiful machines.

  • @anthony25562
    @anthony25562 Год назад +1024

    now buy one

    • @Shittyfords
      @Shittyfords Год назад +38

      I'd bet money that he already owns one tbh

    • @byronknutson1452
      @byronknutson1452 Год назад +36

      Need two licensed pilots to fly one

    • @freedomfox8183
      @freedomfox8183 Год назад +9

      ​@@Shittyfordsokay how much do you want to bet I'll take that bet?

    • @byronknutson1452
      @byronknutson1452 Год назад +10

      Get LS GEORGE his license next!!!!

    • @cono88
      @cono88 Год назад

      😂😂

  • @Bluegeek1
    @Bluegeek1 Год назад +7

    That is some great accomplishment. Congrats to you and Dave S. The sky is the limit for such certified individuals

  • @rye_too_quick
    @rye_too_quick Год назад +41

    I'm a Blackhawk crew chief in the army national guard and it's absolutely wild to see one of my favorite creators flying a 60. Well done

    • @discofishing
      @discofishing 11 месяцев назад

      You're still not as cool as 15Ns.

  • @grizphetteplace1427
    @grizphetteplace1427 Год назад +18

    A flight trainer impressed by your quickness and savvy, he don't know you very well, do He? After the crazy little boat racing, I'm thinking chopper flight would be a walk in the park for the Cleteman. I'm never unimpressed with you and your team's talent.

  • @petchy9088
    @petchy9088 Год назад +8

    Congratulations Gentlemen! That is a major deal. You guys are a very rare breed. We need more men acting in the manner of y'all. From operating businesses to getting a license to legally fly a freakin Blackhawk Helicopter and everything you 2 have accomplished, it's astounding really. I'm a truly sincere fan, and you guys show everyone that anything is possible in our amazing country. You got me rethinking everything I'm doing in life and inspired me and others to keep reaching, never be content, and to dream big and make it happen. Thank you for sharing all the content. Do it for Dale! Peace!

  • @Darth_Boons
    @Darth_Boons Год назад +4

    Cleet is so humble and calm that is the most respectable thing ever

  • @Tank-Battles
    @Tank-Battles 7 месяцев назад

    Congratulations on earning your Blackhawk license! It's truly inspiring to see your journey and the excitement in your voice as you talk about operating such an incredible machine. Your passion for flying is contagious, and I can't wait to see more of your adventures in the sky. Keep soaring high!

  • @Airsally
    @Airsally Год назад +6

    You are one lucky dawg. Congrats guys. Your instructor is awesome, thank him for his service. Safe flying guys.

  • @howdyrogue
    @howdyrogue Год назад +5

    super inspiring man. That guy seemed proud of you for how quick and impressive of a learner you are, great job

  • @karenwarfield1045
    @karenwarfield1045 Год назад +15

    Good for you man you deserve it🎉

  • @FireWaia
    @FireWaia Год назад +3

    You two worked so well together and it shows you have studied hard for this. So cool.