Between Two Wings with Dean Neeley - NASA ER-2 Pilot (Part One)

On this exciting two-part episode of Between Two Wings we talk with Dean Neeley, better known by his fellow pilots as “Gucci”, who flies NASA’s unique high-altitude research jet, the ER-2.
In part two, learn how ER-2 pilots eat, drink, and use ForeFlight while wearing a modified spacesuit, the types of onboard scientific instruments they operate, and the unique challenges faced by ER-2 pilots during takeoff and landing.
Watch part two here: • Between Two Wings with...

[@Razor5624]

I had the privilege to fly the U-2 at the same time as Gucci. He’s a great guy and a great pilot! Hail Dragons!

[@timdeckerairshows]

Good job Gucci!

[@ZakOnBoard]

Absolutely remarkable

[@Maximka1100]

Incredible.

[@timsparks7049]

What is the cabin altitude when you took the picture with your I phone?
I was always wondering if it was safe to bring my IPhone to extremely high altitude. Back in the day my Casio computer watch would get moisture at around 22,000. Fly safe!
Sparky

[@Marloni.Royalty]

‭‭Wow ❤🤍💙The heavens declare the glory of God; And the firmament shows His handiwork. Day unto day utters speech, And night unto night reveals knowledge.
psalm 19:1 (scientific Bible)