Sam Ryder: Space Man In A Spitfire! | Trainspotting with Francis Bourgeois | Channel 4

[@Flyaspitfirecom]

It was a pleasure to welcome you all to Biggin Hill to Fly a Spitfire. Glad you had a blast!

[@alliebea]

Sam is so willing to just get into it and both of their mutual enthusiasms feeding off each other is so great.

[@Matt19matt19]

Easily the best episode. Sam seems like such a nice guy so the two of them together is awesome. It would be good if Francis could get fellow train enthusiasts on as guests.

[@phillylarkin.s1930]

sam loved the dick mabutt

[@MasterDownUnder]

That is an awesome experience mate! I did that two years ago and still can't find the right words to describe the how it was. As an Australian, it was fitting that I went in the Australian 457 Squadron painted plane! What a wonderful and life changing experience it is 🙂

[@ta81uk]

2 of the nicest people having 1 great day together 🥰

[@DavidWilson-tw5re]

Tik Tok put one of Francis’s videos in front of me today randomly, and I quickly went through just about everything he’s posted. And now I’m here! What a joy to watch someone share their passion and knowledge in the manner that Francis does. Just raw and unfiltered happiness, and we need more of it. Well done!

[@dracovolans319]

Did I just get teary eyed watching a video about planes and trains?? Yep! Joy is so rare these days. Thank you Ben, Sam, and production team for sharing some!

[@johnnyg7974]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@benchristopherhird]

Doesn't even need to be funny all the time. It's just so soothing to see 2 passionate and lovely people together. Fantastic 🌟🌟

[@Maedley.Haphenheim]

yes what a great point, well made. the sentiment that sometimes, the positive release of comedy is actually enhanched by the lack of.< - brilliant . . .i love comedy , but when it is just constant it does become quite incessant. lovely stuff, keep up the good work

[@Maedley.Haphenheim]

and yes, i agree.🌟🌟 its like seeing 2 good friends chatting on the train, reminds me of doing the same:)

[@sarasate89]

I love Francis and he is a pleasure to watch! He has a great sense of humour as well. He deserves his own TV series on channel 4 definitely.

[@enemdisk6628]

Yesssss!!!

[@Gokenshiba]

Same !!!

[@Von2968]

Could not love this more! Francis and Sam were amazing together!! Both such lovely humans. ❤❤❤

[@kaizomb]

What a fantastic episode. 2 wonderful humans with both similar backgrounds. A total joy to watch.

[@random22026]

BRILLIANT!!

[@MattPeskett]

Great connection between those two, best episode yet. Be yourself, spend time with like minded people and enjoy the life you love.

[@1940sExperiment]

"Class 456...stay with me, stay with me!"🚅🚆🚋 Courtesy of Francis, Sam and Dick Mabutt! Love it!!!

[@stuartwren5526]

Used to train spot steam at Tonbridge in the late 50s and early 60s. There was a busy goods yard there and could often hear the shunting at night. Engine shed was East of the station - probably gone now. And I've been up in one of the Spits from Biggin Hill and flown over the town when I was much older. Great memories.

[@janemorrow6672]

How marvellous 🙂

[@althejazzman]

I can't imagine Sam ever not being really friendly and having a great time with anyone he meets. So wholesome.

[@SUSIEPIP]

These two just ooze happiness and goodness and make you smile. Loved this so much.

[@averageguy53]

Ooooommmmmmggggg….how exciting!!!…I adore the both of you!

[@milzgilz8938]

This series and Francis genuinely are so good for my depression... Thank you!!!

[@Project-Air]

My favourite so far (not surprising!) - I hope we get more!

[@joshuajames1720]

Francis is a lovely guy, and I feel like this is what David Bowie would have done if he hadn’t had discovered rock and roll.

[@TINYPINHEAD]

How good are these guys together more please both have a future in TV just love Francis positive out look .

[@kubbythebusman]

This has just made my entire day!!!! 2 of the nicest people just enjoying a hobby!!! This is so wholesome!

[@CrilG-Games]

channel 4 should commision a full length series of this

[@MikeDingDong10]

Sam Ryder is a good egg

[@jambonzurirafiki]

Hello Francois, I think a Class 456 collaboration with Sam would be fantastic. I love the end when you descend at the end on your own. Like you said, with Sams higher octave he could really work that well too. It could also include some train rhythms. Im sure you know all this but it think its a great song.

[@idahellblau8513]

wholesomeness overload

[@sicr7373]

Absolutley brilliant!

[@paddyj7690]

Francis is a top lad. He's got me excited for bloody trains! He just seems so happy and it's contageous.
EDIT: Sam is a top lad too obviously!

[@danellis-jones1591]

I've binged a few of these just now, after following Francis for a few weeks. It might sound stupid, but especially this episode, feels like some sort of communal healing. That these men are showing how to love other humans again. Leaver/remain, left/right, reality tv/Netflix. We're all just humans who may have momentarily forgotten love is always stronger than hate.

[@georgiachadderton8896]

This is the most adorable collab ever :)

[@tharr182]

What an awesome experience. Another great episode. Both of your enthusiasm and passion is infectious!

[@twillsJKZ]

“I could taste sausage role in my mouth, and I was hoping Sam couldn’t taste chickpeas from earlier” brilliant 😂

[@TomWright91]

Why am I getting emotional at the thought of tractors creating patterns in a field?
Wonderful video!

[@duncanmacphee200]

Infectiously joyful. A rare thing these days.

[@looneyirish007]

I was smiling whilst watching this, well done channel 4

[@leanneh5293]

Francis is becoming a legend!! Love that guy!! ☺️☺️

[@beardedwheelbarrow2861]

This is my favourite episode. Francis is such a rad man.

[@dianesnowflake]

Wonderful to see

[@subora920]

Amazing. This needs to go on main stream telly and for longer. Great video 😊

[@kite7214]

Oh Francis, that was epic. I smiled so much at your (and Sam's) reactions to flying in the Spit. Great video production. K 🙂

[@Awaitingonyouall]

It’s so cool how he’s able to be with all of these famous people

[@niek.schippers]

Such good commentary/voice overs by Francis! Many compliments!

[@colinhutchinson1664]

I was in the ATC back in the 70s and was lucky enough to go up in a glider and Chipmunk trainer,both of which I had very short control over. There truly is no better feeling.

[@eyckk6017]

The positivity of this video made me smile for an hour or more. Thank you ❤

[@kapilatoeran]

Love this!

[@mattyjh69]

Eating a sausage roll before flying 😂😂😂

[@Clivestravelandtrains]

Best film I've seen on RUclips for ages, thanks.

[@anthonyknox1493]

Just discovered this! Such great fun. Congratulations guys.

[@ianguppy5547]

Excellent show, two down to earth people who would make anyone's day. Both have a wonderful outlook on life, so refreshing 😊

[@digitaurus]

Another fantastic video. Thank you for posting - it looks like you both had an amazing time.

[@shedmouthjunction]

A train that sounds like an F1 car..... that's seriously cool ! love it!

[@jamietrueman1600]

Honestly Francis is such a friendly person I have met him a number of times and he just will engage with everyone who sees him plus I'd love to be able to check some yards out would be incredible

[@TheWildShotsPodcast]

sam is an absolute gent!

[@fredrikjohansson8882]

"I was happy that I was able to show Sam Dick Mabutt" 😂😂😂

[@tjrs3121]

Best thing the channel 4 RUclips page has done, good stuff

[@tonywilson1929]

Three phase traction. Francis knows his shit.

[@nwtrish6698]

I loved watching this, such great fun!

[@peterhewitson2669]

Fantastic vid, so great to see both of you so happy😃👍

[@hannahm6497]

Sam said this was one of the best days of his life he loved the plane then he got a call to sing with Queen. He is fab.

[@6deste]

Fantastic, two wonderful human beings.

[@danielwright722]

Love this

[@UK_Railways319]

That 465/9 does sound really nice. Just take him on a 323 next time 😅would sound amazing to

[@kevinprice1272]

Nice to meet you guys when you visited the spitfire factory. It’s amazing going upside down isn’t it 😉 ✈️

[@igotes]

I'm so jealous of Francis's hi viz collection. I only have a Balfour Beatty Rail padded gilet.

[@gdawg4412]

8:02 absolute studs

[@tonywilson1929]

When they went to Sims he cried. Pmsl what a lad

[@christarant2538]

Francis reminds me of Young Brian Cox who just always appears smiling even at rest

[@zinastanescu]

Francis is to funny 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Sorted7]

Loving this random little series

[@iamavatee]

😂😂😂😂yooo that plane get more action than me

[@SloaneEsq]

Utter joy.

[@Pebble_Collector]

Great chemistry

[@rlmrshll5597]

A joy to watch ☺☺

[@bl.jackkk3231]

by far the best one, actually seemed interested and not a fake face for a YT video

[@hannahm6497]

Sam said it was one of the best days of his life! He loved the experience.

[@AZ-ng6lj]

I worked with Dick Mabbutt. He died a few years ago. RIP.

[@Andrewjg_89]

This chap is the social media fanatic who should have more fame for his videos. Whether you like him or not he will be always a internet celebrity.

[@Ian-hv1dc]

Brilliant

[@oldtechnobodycaresabout]

wow, wasn't expecting it to be in Tonbridge. Never got off there but have ridden through many time

[@jetranger5058]

Wow your both so lucky for such a great day out

[@NatalieYTFoster]

Amazing duo.

[@cafste3make]

Fantastic episode :) lol, you know its time to land when the sausage roll threatens to return!!
TikTok has made a couple of legends here.

[@MyCold1]

Loved this.

[@deanothomas11]

Francis is the best guy in the world.

[@MattRHD]

Loved this!

[@sherrycates7508]

That seems very exciting and fun...be safe💜💜💜

[@samiraedwards9357]

Awesome 👏. Sam is wonderful what a good sport. and Francis your a star 💫

[@dan11596]

Fantastic, if only this horrible world was a bit more Francis.

[@rockingryries3734]

This man has the best emotion on the internet

[@BenDover-ln6ns]

Two Monikers together.

[@TrainsInTheSouthWest]

Bloody Brilliant 😂

[@royhumphrey49]

Dick Mabutt! LMFAO!

[@dissent_skate]

Awesome episode!

[@briezzy365]

This is too environmentally impactful for me to enjoy.

[@adamcurran1657]

We need a Michael Portillo x Francis Bourgeois crossover

[@kyleJohn1997]

No we do not

[@SometimesCinematic]

Minion train lol

[@sidaly1986]

Hard not to like these guys

[@richardashworth400]

Go on Sam, sing us a medley of your hit

[@liamknowles2]

Maybe release the class 456 song as a charity song

[@andrewwww7684]

Sam's lovely isn't she, she has lovely hair too, you just got to love a bearded lady.