It's amazing how much effort, time and money goes into videos like these I can watch on the internet for free. Really do have to become a patreon when the funds aren't that scarce and while I do my own pilot training...
Thanks for "getting it"! No pressure to support while funds are tight, but yes, we're working hard to independently produce this free to view content - and all the help we can get is appreciated!
I saw that too and all I can figure is it was just a mistake, it's easy to accidentally click the wrong 'button', specially if you're watching the vid on a smaller device.. because there's no way anyone would ever knowingly purposely click a thumbs down... Unless maybe it's a fan of the Cessna T-37 Tweet, which I think (correct me someone if I'm wrong), was either the T-33's competition, or was replaced by the T-33... Someone was still mad about that... lol
"What is it reading" Such a simple question but so so valuable. Because it lets you know you're both reading the right instrument and that you're reading it right.
I remember my dad flying the T-33 at Randolph, Larado, and James Connelly A.F.B.s in the early 60's. He transitioned to the T-37 back at Randolph in '66 and stayed there until 1970 training future pilots.
We flew T-birds in the Texas Air Guard. We'd hang ECM pods and chaff on the wing points and do target practice on them in the F-102 and later the F-4's. We also used them as the instrument proficiency trainer. On the Gulf Coast of Texas, as soon as we rotated the bleed air airconditioning would not spit moisture but would fog the cockpit for about 4 seconds. We'd rotate and instantly fly instrument for a few seconds because you couldn't see out of the cockpit!! It's a very pilot friendly aircraft and a great comfortable xcountry bird.
To all who made it possible for a former airforce pilot to go back one more time and check off his "bucket list" I say well done gents. It is nice to know that there are still people who appreciate former members of the military who served honorably and know that after serving they are still recognized. Nice job Steve for making it come together. Most of say thanks in words but actions are always louder and received more heartfelt.
I am very proud of you Steve, for giving this surprise gift to a veteran fighter pilot, and I am happy to contribute via Patreon! My uncle flew the MiG-15 fighter jet, visible in the background during your hangar briefing, e.g., at 3:49. Whenever we talk about flying, the memories always overwhelm him, he becomes young again and he remembers some details so clearly, it's unbeliveable. It reminds me, how extremely priviledged we all are, who can "slip the surely bonds of Earth and dance the skies on laugter-slivered wings". Flying is an adventure of an entire life-time.
I am so glad you enjoyed this one! Thanks again for the ongoing support and encouragement - your name is hard to forget, so I remember all your interactions over the years :)
wow at 5:40 the engines totally sound like the pod racers starting up, particularly they sound like when anakin is trying to relight his port engine during the race
To the entire FlightChops team allow me to be the first to say: Congratulations on earning 100,000 subscribers! Thank you for all the amazing, quality, professional videos you deliver so regularly. 👍🏻 👏🏻 🤜🏻
Back in the late sixties I would walk to Uplands AFB. just to watch the pilots takeoff and landing the T 33s. Sure beings back good old memories. Thanks so much for sharing.
It is simply awe inspiring that in today's age, I can look up in the sky and see an awesome plane doing airwork over my house. Then, to my surprise a week or so later one of my favourite RUclips creators announces on facebook that this episode was coming out. Thank you for all you do Steve, this one was special.
I do! I'm also undertaking my PPL at WWFC at the moment as well, so I'm in your backyard most weekends. Love to stop by and admire all your hard work! Just saw the L-29 in the circuit yesterday afternoon!!
Steve, this vid was amazing. Cudos to you, the team and the supporters. I had a smile from ear-to-ear, just enjoying watching an old jet jockey relive the glory days. Great stuff
I was stationed at Elemendorf AFB from 1985 to 1992 and worked the T-33 until retired them in 1988. I really love that jet and just seeing it fly brings back a lot of fond memories being on them. Also liked to see the Canadian T-33’s come up to Elmo and loved to check them out since you could see the how well they took care of their jets as well as investing the money to keep them in such great condition. It was a sad day to launch them out knowing we weren’t going to recover them but felt good when we found out they all made it to DM code 1. Long live the T-bird ☝️
One of my all time awesome memories was the annual Canada Day airshow at Rockland airport, near Ottawa. The star of the show was the Red Devil, a bright red T-33. He was loud and fearless. It seared the memory of the t-33 in my 66 year old head. Thank you for bringing back those wonderful memories. The T-33 is still a beautiful, elegant bird.
Beautiful!! Appreciate posting. I have a bunch of T-33 flights, all as a civilian. Had about 30 rides in the summer of ‘69 at Maxwell AFB as a CAP cadet where I fell in love with the plane. More recently with Kay before he sadly passed and a couple of other guys who own T-Birds. Awesome, awesome airplane. By the way, I hear that Greg is a great guy; I’d love to meet him someday.
I can remember seeing these aircraft flying over Anchorage in the 80s it was nice to see them flying then as old as they were and it's even nicer to see them now even older
Fantastic video!! Was a T-33 Crew Chief in the USAF at Tyndall AFB, FL on some of the last ones in the USAF from 1986-88. Have about 6 hrs in the back seat going TDY. Crewed F-15's and F-16's, but the T-Bird still holds a special place in my heart!! Thanks again for sharing!
MacTonight50 I'm very pleased you went along on this journey with me. This video is a small tribute to all who made the T33 fly. I got checked out in the T-Bird at Tyndall with the 'Boneheads'. They were excellent. :-)
I had the pleasure of working on the original MAKO1 (133504) with VU32 in Shearwater in the late 80s, in addition to logging a few hours in the back seat. BRAVO ZULU to everyone that is helping keep the T33 alive and in the air.
Thanks for leaving a message! We are flying #577 in the markings now since #504 is flying in the US I believe. I have connected with Doug the gentleman who came up with the paint job who lives in the Trenton area and we are still trying to get him down for a visit.
Greg’s aircraft, FT-452 actually used to belong to the Aerospace Engineering and Test Establishment (AETE) located at CFB Cold Lake in Alberta. I had the great fortune of meeting Greg and our old AETE jet this summer at the 2018 Cold Lake Airshow. It’s tail number while operating with the CF as one of our airborne test vehicles was 452. It was a cool piece of history to see and very graceful to watch fly. Thanks Flight Chops for the video!
What a great video! I spent three and a half years as a crew chief on American T-33s. Our planes were used as targets for our F106s, proficiency trainers for desk jockeys, and also training for ground radar troops. I flew in the back seat several times. I learned a lot of aircraft maintenance during my time crewing. My time on T33s set me up for the next 30 years crewing C141s and C17s. Stationed at McChord AFB, WA, on occasion the Canadians from Comox CFB, BC would come down once in a while to train with us. Their T33s were a little more modern. They had Rolls Royce engines, a little more modern avionics, and best of all-parking brakes! My thighs and feet would get a little sore during engine trim runs. All in all, I would say that the US and Canada sure got their money's worth with these airframes IMHO. Thanks again for the memories.
Got to see Greg and his T-33 at the Planes of Fame Air show a few weeks ago in Chino. Fantastic display. Steve you should try to make it out to this Air show one time. Amazing vintage aircraft flying around.
Such a heartwarming segment. Getting to relive the experience must have been almost overwhelming for him....brought tears to my eyes. Steve, you sure do get to fly some amazing planes!
I always love these early jets. A very close friend Mary Feik worked with Tony LaVier on the P-80 program. It's great to see them still flying. Great vid.
Hey, Steve. Rick here. I've always had a bit of a thing for the ol' straight-winged jets. The Grumman Panther in particular. Too bad I could never afford a model turbine (3 grand+). And that's just for the power plant and fuel system! No worries, though. There's still plenty of prop-driven aircraft on my bucket list. Thanks for all you do to make these wonderful videos. I know there must be times when you would just rather fly without all the hassle. Anyway, thanks again. So many airplanes but only one lifetime!
Awesome that Pat got to relight an old flame with the T-bird. He may in fact have been stationed in Alaska the same time my father was in the mid 80's. He may even have worked with my dad as he was a forcaster/observer at the weather station at Elmendorf AFB. As long ago as it was, I remember seeing the T-33's fly along with the venerable Eagles. By far the coolest place we were ever stationed. Watching this video made me think of my dad. Love the channel and what it's about. I can't lie, I'm jealous of your a "chops" in aviation. Keep'em coming and shiny side up!
Baldawg I probably spoke with your dad many times. Alaska weather observing/forecasting back in the day was more art than science and we relied heavily/worked closely with them. I can still read a Prog chart like people today read a Foreflight picture. :) Thank you for sharing your story.
I think the "Hot Start" comment you requested a reference to is in the TBM850 video crossing over Lake Ontario to Rochester. I'm a new subscriber and Cirrus pilot, great videos!!
I was stationed at McChord Air Force Base when the T-33's were stationed there with the 318 Fighter Interceptor Squadron. I still remember seeing them fly around the base doing their thing being chased by the F-106's has and then the f-15's. The T-33 58-2106 in the McChord Air Museum is technically the last T-33 built. Although there was one more that aircraft was unfortunately involved in an accident and destroyed. The aircraft in the museum I was told by the guys that worked on it the last three weeks it was flying it flew code 1 with no defects. What a thrill it must be to fly those aircraft. Will USAF Ret
with 5 cameras that must have been hard to edit. looks like such a great time. lucky you get to fly in so many different types of aircraft. would love to see a behind the scenes video of how F,C films such a complex multi cam shoot
I was a 14 year old Civil Air Patrol cadet living in Montgomery, Alabama in 1961. Montgomery was the location of the Air Force War College and had pilots who needed to keep up their air time. In a summer CAP encampment at Maxwell AFB all of the cadets, I guess 75-100 boys, were taken up for a ride in a T-33. We did rolls, loops, tight turns and such. What a memorable experience for a bunch of teenagers! I don't remember a single cadet whose parents did not sign their permission slips. Times have sure changed!
FLIGHT CHOPS! THATS MY AIRPORT! I live right on the approach line for one of the runways at CYKF, and I've been in that very same blue T-33. Thats so cool, wish I could have been there to see you film! Thank you
What a neat ride and great occasion for Paul. Having watched Greg perform at Luke AFB recently, he flies a very entertaining show. It's great to see his "payback" to a guy that really earned it!
I'm glad I watched this. Very cool to reward a Patreon by helping him relive perhaps the highlight of his life. Great theme music and camera work and editing for this chapter. The beauty and grace of flight is only a whisper to the public in a big commercial airliner. But hay, I even enjoy that. Give me a window seat and lets fly through some turbulence. I'm a glider pilot and love flying in rotor out of Bolder Colorado. And up in to a wave....smooth as glass. Keep your Chops sharp. ~ your neighbor.
Totally. I kinda wish it showed up better on camera - but yes, that was the moment :) In all honestly, it had been really stressful co ordinating this one. That was the moment I realized it had come together well, and I was now free to start enjoying it :)
Camera's were rolling, Paul was in his plane and all you could do at that point is enjoy the flight :) It was hectic but I think the results were worthy of the stress, at least from what I see. Crazy to think it all start by commenting on one of these videos. Love our avgeek community!
1st class video gentlemen...really like the aerial shots...T-33a is one of my favorite vintage jets...along with the F-86 Sabre...as a Marine jet mechanic in the early 1970's I worked on the TA-4F Skyhawk and the OV-10A Bronco...sure do miss those birds and those days...
OMG when the amera switched to the ouside view of taking off and i heard that roar it made me smile so much and sent a shiver down my spine i love theese style of military training aircraft
It was pretty awesome to be standing beside the runway as they both blasted off as well! These jets are pretty special and it was awesome to have Steve come and fly in them for the day.
Wow! I would really like to thank you for making this, and all your other videos available. It is such a privilege to be able to sit at home and be a part of such an awesome experience. It's almost like being there in the cockpit in person. Thanks so much for all of your efforts!
This has to be one of your best productions so far Steve - amazing to see these old Warbirds doing their stuff.. When are we going to get to see some of your Instrument training again?
Wow, how are you able to make SO many great videos in such a rapid succession. This is 5 or 6 in a row that instantly grabbed my attention when I saw the thumbnail, an aircraft or subject I'm interested in, and a production that is fantastic. I grew up on a Canadian air force base (well 3 to be exact), and the T33 was a common sight, and a great fav of mine. Back circa 1994 in Calgary when the Stamps lost to the Lions in the semi final, the T33 did a fly by for the national anthem, and that's the last time I saw one fly in Canada. Great job FlightChops, keep it up.
As an Aerial Combat Photographer, I went TDY to George AFB, Calif. for about 3 days in July 1967 to learn how to handle our Camera Equipment in the back seat of Fighter Jets right before I got my Orders to Vietnam in Aug. 1967. While I didn't get to fly in an actual Fighter Jet... I did get to fly in a T-33 Jet Trainer. It was the most exciting thing I have ever done in my 77 years on this Gorgeous Planet ! On our 2nd day our "sister flight" got cancelled and the Pilot asked me if I still wanted to fly or "Scrub" the mission ! "ARE YOU FREAKING KIDDING ME " I replied Let's go ! This Pilot like me and and even tho I was only a 2 Striper he let me fly the plane for a couple of Hours. He showed me how to do Figure 8s, Barrell Rolls, Cuban 8s, he even let me blast thru the clouds over Southern Calif. He told me I was a Natural Pilot and Flying that 2 seater Jet Trainer was a total blast for a 20 year old kid ! When I got to Vietnam they then sent me to Thailand where I was assigned to a B-52 KC 135 base at U-Tapao, Thailand. I loved flying with all of the USAF Pilots on B-52 and KC 135 Refuelers over North and South Vietnam ... but Flying that T33 Trainer Jet was Off the Charts as far as Exciting !
Big thumbs up from a Patreon Supporter! Another awesome video Steve! Yesterday I watched Greg perform at the Wings Over Wayne airshow in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Then, this morning I saw this video. Awesome thing you, Greg and Waterloo Warbirds did for Paul!!
FC, I have been following your video's for some time now. I want to tell you that I really appreciate all of your hard work and effort! I hope that I can meet you someday. I am currently engaged in building my own composite aircraft from kit form. I am a high school Aerospace Curriculum teacher as well. Your video's answer ton's of questions for aviators and aviation enthusiasts alike. In addition, you provide us with insight on warbirds we would otherwise not get to see. May our Almighty Father keep you and your family safe in your endeavors sir.
That's awesome! I saw Greg perform in his T-33 at an airshow last weekend! Glad you guys got to fly in these amazing jets. Can't wait for weekly uploads!
Nice video, I worked on the T-33 in CFB Chatam New-Brunswick as a technician. Refuelling that aircraft when you only had one refuelling hose was special because if you ended up putting to much on one side the landing gear holeo on that side would collapse and gave you a good scare ;-) But what good days those were.
Femax RB Great story, and I still remember our fuelers jumping on the outboard end of the wings trying to compress the struts. What an awesome sight when the whole airplane finally plopped down about 6 inches and rocked side to side while they rode the wing like a surfboard.
Wow - that was fast :P You're the first one to answer and you got it right :) (for people that don't know what we are talking about, it is the source of the quote: "A hot start can really wreck your day".
Looking forward to your next flight with Osama and his TBM. Really enjoyed your two videos with them, as I do all your videos of sharing your excitement for aviation and all the good people associated with it. Blue Skies!
Wow man that was so so awesome!! you are great! i've been following you a long time and this video just touched my heart. Im so glad to have you man and your channel! God bless, keep them coming up like this!
"Caution - wake turbulence. You're following a T-33 in." I can only imagine what the pilot of the incoming flight thought if he wasn't used to Waterloo or T-33's. Awesome video and a great thing to do for one of your supporters - props! (or should I say turbines?)
Wonderful. Heartwarming. Good work, my friend. Also thank your crew (James and Brock, I presume?)... fantastic footage both in the plane and from the ground. Another great one!
Thanks buddy! It was only Brock on this one - he got EVERYWHERE and was able to capture so many natural and authentic moments - it was a real pleasure to review all the great footage he got.
It's amazing how much effort, time and money goes into videos like these I can watch on the internet for free. Really do have to become a patreon when the funds aren't that scarce and while I do my own pilot training...
Thanks for "getting it"! No pressure to support while funds are tight, but yes, we're working hard to independently produce this free to view content - and all the help we can get is appreciated!
FlightChops when are you going to release the carbon cub video I have been wanting to see that for awhile
On the same boat. Cannot feel nothing less than a voyeur.
I just cannot understand why anyone would thumbs down this video. The effort that has gone into this is beyond and above.
I saw that too and all I can figure is it was just a mistake, it's easy to accidentally click the wrong 'button', specially if you're watching the vid on a smaller device.. because there's no way anyone would ever knowingly purposely click a thumbs down... Unless maybe it's a fan of the Cessna T-37 Tweet, which I think (correct me someone if I'm wrong), was either the T-33's competition, or was replaced by the T-33... Someone was still mad about that... lol
Probably just jealous of him. 😂
"What is it reading"
Such a simple question but so so valuable. Because it lets you know you're both reading the right instrument and that you're reading it right.
Yup :) that is why I asked :)
I remember my dad flying the T-33 at Randolph, Larado, and James Connelly A.F.B.s in the early 60's. He transitioned to the T-37 back at Randolph in '66 and stayed there until 1970 training future pilots.
My father flying the t33 1956 - 1976. He was the top pilot. Yugoslavia.
Went to high school with a couple of Greg's kids, he flies our airshow here in Santa Rosa quite a lot. Small world! Great video as always
Absolutely incredible man, made that guys life that is for sure!
Jeff Favignano out of all the people I would have expected, never you! Keep up your great shtuff.
I agree with Jacob, Never knew you was an aviation enthusiast.
Jeff Favignano Jeff did you see the molotok at 4:10
I know Jeff, buggs and polecat
Andrew Nightingale that’s a mig-15, not a Molotok that’s just what it’s named in gtaV
We flew T-birds in the Texas Air Guard. We'd hang ECM pods and chaff on the wing points and do target practice on them in the F-102 and later the F-4's. We also used them as the instrument proficiency trainer. On the Gulf Coast of Texas, as soon as we rotated the bleed air airconditioning would not spit moisture but would fog the cockpit for about 4 seconds. We'd rotate and instantly fly instrument for a few seconds because you couldn't see out of the cockpit!! It's a very pilot friendly aircraft and a great comfortable xcountry bird.
To all who made it possible for a former airforce pilot to go back one more time and check off his "bucket list" I say well done gents. It is nice to know that there are still people who appreciate former members of the military who served honorably and know that after serving they are still recognized. Nice job Steve for making it come together. Most of say thanks in words but actions are always louder and received more heartfelt.
+Richard Murray, Jr. - thanks Richard
Our team at Waterloo Warbirds would love to do it more often honestly! Can't thank the men and women who flew and kept these jets in the air enough!
Richard Murray, Jr. Thank you for the kind words Richard. Much appreciated.
I am very proud of you Steve, for giving this surprise gift to a veteran fighter pilot, and I am happy to contribute via Patreon!
My uncle flew the MiG-15 fighter jet, visible in the background during your hangar briefing, e.g., at 3:49. Whenever we talk about flying, the memories always overwhelm him, he becomes young again and he remembers some details so clearly, it's unbeliveable. It reminds me, how extremely priviledged we all are, who can "slip the surely bonds of Earth and dance the skies on laugter-slivered wings". Flying is an adventure of an entire life-time.
I am so glad you enjoyed this one! Thanks again for the ongoing support and encouragement - your name is hard to forget, so I remember all your interactions over the years :)
Soviet aircraft haha
wow at 5:40 the engines totally sound like the pod racers starting up, particularly they sound like when anakin is trying to relight his port engine during the race
To the entire FlightChops team allow me to be the first to say: Congratulations on earning 100,000 subscribers! Thank you for all the amazing, quality, professional videos you deliver so regularly. 👍🏻 👏🏻 🤜🏻
+Paul Carstens - Thanks for being a big part of the team Paul!
Very cool to see old warriors relive a little well earned glory.
My Dad crewed the T-33 at Williams AFB in Az. back in the early 50`s, loved hearing his stories :-)
Back in the late sixties I would walk to Uplands AFB. just to watch the pilots takeoff and landing the T 33s. Sure beings back good old memories. Thanks so much for sharing.
The Mako shark livery is just absolutely bomb! Love it. It fits that plane so well
It is simply awe inspiring that in today's age, I can look up in the sky and see an awesome plane doing airwork over my house. Then, to my surprise a week or so later one of my favourite RUclips creators announces on facebook that this episode was coming out. Thank you for all you do Steve, this one was special.
+Mike Donnelly - awesome, thanks!
Do you live near the Waterloo Airport Mike? If so drop by and hi sometime!
I do! I'm also undertaking my PPL at WWFC at the moment as well, so I'm in your backyard most weekends. Love to stop by and admire all your hard work! Just saw the L-29 in the circuit yesterday afternoon!!
Great stuff brings tears to my eyes I flew the T bird in 1954 and loved it
Steve, this vid was amazing. Cudos to you, the team and the supporters. I had a smile from ear-to-ear, just enjoying watching an old jet jockey relive the glory days. Great stuff
These birds are amazing and the men who keep them going are awesome! Thanks for a wonderful ride.
Some actions are better than words, and some actions are priceless as well. Nice touch F.S
I was stationed at Elemendorf AFB from 1985 to 1992 and worked the T-33 until retired them in 1988. I really love that jet and just seeing it fly brings back a lot of fond memories being on them. Also liked to see the Canadian T-33’s come up to Elmo and loved to check them out since you could see the how well they took care of their jets as well as investing the money to keep them in such great condition. It was a sad day to launch them out knowing we weren’t going to recover them but felt good when we found out they all made it to DM code 1. Long live the T-bird ☝️
One of my all time awesome memories was the annual Canada Day airshow at Rockland airport, near Ottawa. The star of the show was the Red Devil, a bright red T-33. He was loud and fearless. It seared the memory of the t-33 in my 66 year old head. Thank you for bringing back those wonderful memories. The T-33 is still a beautiful, elegant bird.
Thank you so much for making these videos. As someone aspiring to get into the industry they are like candy for my brain. I love it.
I have 1,000 hours in the T-33 and AT-33. This brings back memories.
my father was pilot on this plane in yugoslav army 1956 snice 1979 and he is my hero
Beautiful!! Appreciate posting. I have a bunch of T-33 flights, all as a civilian. Had about 30 rides in the summer of ‘69 at Maxwell AFB as a CAP cadet where I fell in love with the plane. More recently with Kay before he sadly passed and a couple of other guys who own T-Birds. Awesome, awesome airplane. By the way, I hear that Greg is a great guy; I’d love to meet him someday.
Thank you so much for this video. The T33 is one of my favorites.
I can remember seeing these aircraft flying over Anchorage in the 80s it was nice to see them flying then as old as they were and it's even nicer to see them now even older
Fantastic video!! Was a T-33 Crew Chief in the USAF at Tyndall AFB, FL on some of the last ones in the USAF from 1986-88. Have about 6 hrs in the back seat going TDY. Crewed F-15's and F-16's, but the T-Bird still holds a special place in my heart!! Thanks again for sharing!
MacTonight50 I'm very pleased you went along on this journey with me. This video is a small tribute to all who made the T33 fly. I got checked out in the T-Bird at Tyndall with the 'Boneheads'. They were excellent. :-)
I had the pleasure of working on the original MAKO1 (133504) with VU32 in Shearwater in the late 80s, in addition to logging a few hours in the back seat. BRAVO ZULU to everyone that is helping keep the T33 alive and in the air.
Thanks for leaving a message! We are flying #577 in the markings now since #504 is flying in the US I believe. I have connected with Doug the gentleman who came up with the paint job who lives in the Trenton area and we are still trying to get him down for a visit.
Very cool video! My dad was an AF pilot. In the late 60s he was an Instructor Pilot on the -33 at Perrin AFB in Sherman, TX. He loved the plane!
Greg’s aircraft, FT-452 actually used to belong to the Aerospace Engineering and Test Establishment (AETE) located at CFB Cold Lake in Alberta. I had the great fortune of meeting Greg and our old AETE jet this summer at the 2018 Cold Lake Airshow. It’s tail number while operating with the CF as one of our airborne test vehicles was 452. It was a cool piece of history to see and very graceful to watch fly. Thanks Flight Chops for the video!
What a great video! I spent three and a half years as a crew chief on American T-33s. Our planes were used as targets for our F106s, proficiency trainers for desk jockeys, and also training for ground radar troops. I flew in the back seat several times. I learned a lot of aircraft maintenance during my time crewing. My time on T33s set me up for the next 30 years crewing C141s and C17s.
Stationed at McChord AFB, WA, on occasion the Canadians from Comox CFB, BC would come down once in a while to train with us. Their T33s were a little more modern. They had Rolls Royce engines, a little more modern avionics, and best of all-parking brakes! My thighs and feet would get a little sore during engine trim runs.
All in all, I would say that the US and Canada sure got their money's worth with these airframes IMHO. Thanks again for the memories.
Brazilian Air Force flew the TF-33 until 1975, in my city. Beautiful planes...🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
Got to see Greg and his T-33 at the Planes of Fame Air show a few weeks ago in Chino. Fantastic display. Steve you should try to make it out to this Air show one time. Amazing vintage aircraft flying around.
Such a heartwarming segment. Getting to relive the experience must have been almost overwhelming for him....brought tears to my eyes. Steve, you sure do get to fly some amazing planes!
Awesome! I'm currently in USAF Pilot Training and love watching this stuff.
I always love these early jets. A very close friend Mary Feik worked with Tony LaVier on the P-80 program. It's great to see them still flying. Great vid.
Hey, Steve. Rick here. I've always had a bit of a thing for the ol' straight-winged jets. The Grumman Panther in particular. Too bad I could never afford a model turbine (3 grand+). And that's just for the power plant and fuel system! No worries, though. There's still plenty of prop-driven aircraft on my bucket list. Thanks for all you do to make these wonderful videos. I know there must be times when you would just rather fly without all the hassle.
Anyway, thanks again. So many airplanes but only one lifetime!
+Richard Darlington - glad you're enjoying the videos!
Steve that was awesome glad Paul had a chance to fly the T33 again after 30 years. Used to watch Steve Hinton fly a T33 pace plane at Reno.
Most pilots
Client: Do a barrel Roll!
Pilot: No.
These guys
Chops: Do a barrel roll!
Pilots: You got it!
Awesome that Pat got to relight an old flame with the T-bird. He may in fact have been stationed in Alaska the same time my father was in the mid 80's. He may even have worked with my dad as he was a forcaster/observer at the weather station at Elmendorf AFB. As long ago as it was, I remember seeing the T-33's fly along with the venerable Eagles. By far the coolest place we were ever stationed. Watching this video made me think of my dad. Love the channel and what it's about. I can't lie, I'm jealous of your a "chops" in aviation. Keep'em coming and shiny side up!
Baldawg I probably spoke with your dad many times. Alaska weather observing/forecasting back in the day was more art than science and we relied heavily/worked closely with them. I can still read a Prog chart like people today read a Foreflight picture. :) Thank you for sharing your story.
One of your best videos yet Steve!! Awesome to use your platform to give back!! Thanks for all you do.
You can be very proud of videos like this one....I'm thrilled for you to get experiences like this first hand.
I think the "Hot Start" comment you requested a reference to is in the TBM850 video crossing over Lake Ontario to Rochester. I'm a new subscriber and Cirrus pilot, great videos!!
+Andres Faucher correct!
I'd love nothing more then to fly in a jet. Even if it's just once.
I was stationed at McChord Air Force Base when the T-33's were stationed there with the 318 Fighter Interceptor Squadron. I still remember seeing them fly around the base doing their thing being chased by the F-106's has and then the f-15's. The T-33 58-2106 in the McChord Air Museum is technically the last T-33 built. Although there was one more that aircraft was unfortunately involved in an accident and destroyed. The aircraft in the museum I was told by the guys that worked on it the last three weeks it was flying it flew code 1 with no defects. What a thrill it must be to fly those aircraft. Will USAF Ret
Been to Waterloo/Kitchener many times but never noticed there are such beautiful things there.
Military Aviation has 02 fantastic planes : T33 - F86. WONDERFULL !
That knife on left hand side! I remember my '80's!
Wow this is why i love aviation so much is people like this
this is the best youtube channel ever. Thank you so much for flying these classic birds. You sir are the greatest.
with 5 cameras that must have been hard to edit. looks like such a great time. lucky you get to fly in so many different types of aircraft. would love to see a behind the scenes video of how F,C films such a complex multi cam shoot
Amazing video.
I loved the canopy airbrake trick. Never seen that before :)
Is that an owl on the runway sign? 00:21
A fake one for scaring birds.
ohhh :O cool i didnt know about that
First we put a fake bird on the sign so that they would have to purchase a fake owl. Psy-owl-ops.
Loved this. My dad worked on t33s then t38s and t37s at laredo afb texas. Great job
That is totally awesome. I've done some close formation but not 3 feet! It is awesome that you where able to do this for Paul.
great to see you giving back to a supporter in a way he won't forget for a while...
Felicidades por demostrar su conocimiento. Hasta ahorita me doy cuenta que la FAM (Fuerza Aérea Mexicana) tenia uno de estos cazas de combate...
I was a 14 year old Civil Air Patrol cadet living in Montgomery, Alabama in 1961. Montgomery was the location of the Air Force War College and had pilots who needed to keep up their air time. In a summer CAP encampment at Maxwell AFB all of the cadets, I guess 75-100 boys, were taken up for a ride in a T-33. We did rolls, loops, tight turns and such. What a memorable experience for a bunch of teenagers! I don't remember a single cadet whose parents did not sign their permission slips. Times have sure changed!
FLIGHT CHOPS! THATS MY AIRPORT! I live right on the approach line for one of the runways at CYKF, and I've been in that very same blue T-33.
Thats so cool, wish I could have been there to see you film!
Thank you
Stephen Goossen p80 not t33
*breathes heavily*
What a neat ride and great occasion for Paul. Having watched Greg perform at Luke AFB recently, he flies a very entertaining show. It's great to see his "payback" to a guy that really earned it!
IT MUST BE GREAT TO GO BACK IN TIME. CONGRATULATIONS AND GOOD SHOW
BOB W
Robert Wallace Thank you Bob!
I'm glad I watched this. Very cool to reward a Patreon by helping him relive perhaps the highlight of his life. Great theme music and camera work and editing for this chapter. The beauty and grace of flight is only a whisper to the public in a big commercial airliner. But hay, I even enjoy that. Give me a window seat and lets fly through some turbulence. I'm a glider pilot and love flying in rotor out of Bolder Colorado. And up in to a wave....smooth as glass. Keep your Chops sharp. ~ your neighbor.
Man.. a gift of a lifetime. Awesome.
I SAW THAT T33 A FEW WEEKS AGO!!!!! OMG!!!!! The pilot was awesome
I'm guessing that at 9:22 that is your "i can't believe this is my life" chuckle?
Totally. I kinda wish it showed up better on camera - but yes, that was the moment :)
In all honestly, it had been really stressful co ordinating this one. That was the moment I realized it had come together well, and I was now free to start enjoying it :)
Ah, I thought it was at 13:42
Camera's were rolling, Paul was in his plane and all you could do at that point is enjoy the flight :) It was hectic but I think the results were worthy of the stress, at least from what I see. Crazy to think it all start by commenting on one of these videos. Love our avgeek community!
1st class video gentlemen...really like the aerial shots...T-33a is one of my favorite vintage jets...along with the F-86 Sabre...as a Marine jet mechanic in the early 1970's I worked on the TA-4F Skyhawk and the OV-10A Bronco...sure do miss those birds and those days...
OMG when the amera switched to the ouside view of taking off and i heard that roar it made me smile so much and sent a shiver down my spine i love theese style of military training aircraft
It was pretty awesome to be standing beside the runway as they both blasted off as well! These jets are pretty special and it was awesome to have Steve come and fly in them for the day.
This makes me so happy, Remember thosoe old school days.
Your channel can easily be a tv show!
+Eclipsz - thanks! It helps that my friends and I work in TV and are taking our skills to this passion project. :)
I can imagine all the memories and emotions running through Paul's head during this flight. Such a nice video for the channel. Thank you flight chops!
Wow! I would really like to thank you for making this, and all your other videos available. It is such a privilege to be able to sit at home and be a part of such an awesome experience. It's almost like being there in the cockpit in person. Thanks so much for all of your efforts!
Gorgeous day as well. You are living the dream. THANKS again for bringing us along.
+lee Cann - happy to share! Thanks for watching and helping the channel grow!
This has to be one of your best productions so far Steve - amazing to see these old Warbirds doing their stuff..
When are we going to get to see some of your Instrument training again?
+Andrew Tuley - thanks! And yes, more IFR is coming - I am gonna get it done and share the process gosh darn it!
Wow, how are you able to make SO many great videos in such a rapid succession. This is 5 or 6 in a row that instantly grabbed my attention when I saw the thumbnail, an aircraft or subject I'm interested in, and a production that is fantastic. I grew up on a Canadian air force base (well 3 to be exact), and the T33 was a common sight, and a great fav of mine. Back circa 1994 in Calgary when the Stamps lost to the Lions in the semi final, the T33 did a fly by for the national anthem, and that's the last time I saw one fly in Canada.
Great job FlightChops, keep it up.
We are proud to keep her flying for all Canadians!
The F-80 and T-33 are my favorite aircraft, this is so damn cool!
As an Aerial Combat Photographer, I went TDY to George AFB, Calif. for about 3 days in July 1967 to learn how to handle our Camera Equipment in the back seat of Fighter Jets right before I got my Orders to Vietnam in Aug. 1967. While I didn't get to fly in an actual Fighter Jet... I did get to fly in a T-33 Jet Trainer. It was the most exciting thing I have ever done in my 77 years on this Gorgeous Planet ! On our 2nd day our "sister flight" got cancelled and the Pilot asked me if I still wanted to fly or "Scrub" the mission ! "ARE YOU FREAKING KIDDING ME " I replied Let's go !
This Pilot like me and and even tho I was only a 2 Striper he let me fly the plane for a couple of Hours. He showed me how to do Figure 8s, Barrell Rolls, Cuban 8s, he even let me blast thru the clouds over Southern Calif. He told me I was a Natural Pilot and Flying that 2 seater Jet Trainer was a total blast for a 20 year old kid !
When I got to Vietnam they then sent me to Thailand where I was assigned to a B-52 KC 135 base at
U-Tapao, Thailand. I loved flying with all of the USAF Pilots on B-52 and KC 135 Refuelers over North and South Vietnam ... but Flying that T33 Trainer Jet was Off the Charts as far as Exciting !
What a gift. You guys are amazing!
Big thumbs up from a Patreon Supporter! Another awesome video Steve! Yesterday I watched Greg perform at the Wings Over Wayne airshow in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Then, this morning I saw this video. Awesome thing you, Greg and Waterloo Warbirds did for Paul!!
Very cool! And thanks for the continued support Kevin!
FC,
I have been following your video's for some time now. I want to tell you that I really appreciate all of your hard work and effort! I hope that I can meet you someday. I am currently engaged in building my own composite aircraft from kit form. I am a high school Aerospace Curriculum teacher as well. Your video's answer ton's of questions for aviators and aviation enthusiasts alike. In addition, you provide us with insight on warbirds we would otherwise not get to see. May our Almighty Father keep you and your family safe in your endeavors sir.
It was a trainer for the F-89 series and it was an upgrade F-80 shooting star to have wing tanks and a duel pilot seat for training.
That's awesome! I saw Greg perform in his T-33 at an airshow last weekend! Glad you guys got to fly in these amazing jets. Can't wait for weekly uploads!
This literally made my week 1000 times better after my bad check flight. Thank you to everyone who made this happen, you are awesome!
+Capt'n Jack - sorry to hear about the bad check flight, but glad to help brighten your week :)
Can’t believe it took me 3 years to find this ... nice job chops !
Thank you for your service, Paul!
When I was stationed at Luke AFB, Arizona there was one T-33 assigned to our base.
Great video Chops. Lot of production and editing. The crew did a great job, and kudos to all who brought this together.
You keep upping the dream buddy! AWESOME!!
Literally the only channel on RUclips I actively check for new uploads. As usual great video, I love the focus on warbirds!
+Cam Severance - awesome thanks Cam!
Nice video, I worked on the T-33 in CFB Chatam New-Brunswick as a technician. Refuelling that aircraft when you only had one refuelling hose was special because if you ended up putting to much on one side the landing gear holeo on that side would collapse and gave you a good scare ;-) But what good days those were.
Femax RB Great story, and I still remember our fuelers jumping on the outboard end of the wings trying to compress the struts. What an awesome sight when the whole airplane finally plopped down about 6 inches and rocked side to side while they rode the wing like a surfboard.
@FlightChops you should make a FlightChops Foundation for donations and events such as that airshow for cancer!
+lectrician1 - that's a good idea! Maybe in the future we can work toward something like that.
Great video ! Awesome T-birds ! Greg’s helmet is seriously wicked !
it was the first TBM 850 episode!
Wow - that was fast :P You're the first one to answer and you got it right :)
(for people that don't know what we are talking about, it is the source of the quote: "A hot start can really wreck your day".
I saw the notification, what else could I have done! Looking forward to the next video you mentioned in the last video!
Looking forward to your next flight with Osama and his TBM. Really enjoyed your two videos with them, as I do all your videos of sharing your excitement for aviation and all the good people associated with it. Blue Skies!
Me too, Osama is a class act.
Wow man that was so so awesome!! you are great! i've been following you a long time and this video just touched my heart. Im so glad to have you man and your channel! God bless, keep them coming up like this!
Great video, thanks ! Sweet looking older birds.
"Caution - wake turbulence. You're following a T-33 in." I can only imagine what the pilot of the incoming flight thought if he wasn't used to Waterloo or T-33's.
Awesome video and a great thing to do for one of your supporters - props! (or should I say turbines?)
What a great thriull that must have been for him, great video, love watching them.Paul
Another outstanding video! This one was HANDS DOWN my favorite. Great work!
Thanks Andrew!
Wonderful. Heartwarming. Good work, my friend. Also thank your crew (James and Brock, I presume?)... fantastic footage both in the plane and from the ground. Another great one!
Thanks buddy! It was only Brock on this one - he got EVERYWHERE and was able to capture so many natural and authentic moments - it was a real pleasure to review all the great footage he got.
Awesome editing and video as always! Good job Steve!