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I was lucky enough to work on this airframe from 1991-1995, with VAQ-130. I was a plane captain and went on to the airframes shop and a flight deck troubleshooter. Great video!
That's awesome that you got to work on such an iconic aircraft! The VAQ-130 must have been an incredible experience, especially transitioning from a plane captain to the airframes shop and then as a flight deck troubleshooter. Your journey sounds like a testament to the depth of knowledge and skill required to keep those machines flying. Thanks for sharing your background; it really adds a personal touch to the video's content. Keep the stories coming; they're invaluable!
The episode is outstanding and Captain Gilliam... well, what an amazing character, I could listen to him for hours talking NAVY stories! Thanks for posting!
I have a stinger(tailhook)from a prowler. It was just leaning against the wall of my utility room when I bought my house. I thought it was a boat anchor for years. 😆 it's been a fun journey learning about this aircraft and its history.
Capt Gilliam was my CO when I went through the Prowler RAG at VAQ-129. He's a good man that packs a hell of a punch. It was good to see him again - even though it's virtual. He looks a little different, but the voice and mannerisms are exactly the same.
Very well done and clear. The "Sky Pig" is not glamorous, does not do mach 2, or look sleek. But she was incredibly adaptable to changing situations and had relatively little down time. I was with the VMAQ-2 Playboys before they became politically correct. I love that plane and the experiences I had over 8 years fixing her ECM systems.
I haven’t had time to watch the video all the way yet, but I lived in Pensacola for a few years in the late 90s and went to this museum often - I want to go back and see what’s new :)
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Best debrief I’ve encountered in a while. Great job!!!!!!
Glad you enjoyed!!
I was lucky enough to work on this airframe from 1991-1995, with VAQ-130. I was a plane captain and went on to the airframes shop and a flight deck troubleshooter. Great video!
That's awesome that you got to work on such an iconic aircraft! The VAQ-130 must have been an incredible experience, especially transitioning from a plane captain to the airframes shop and then as a flight deck troubleshooter. Your journey sounds like a testament to the depth of knowledge and skill required to keep those machines flying. Thanks for sharing your background; it really adds a personal touch to the video's content. Keep the stories coming; they're invaluable!
The episode is outstanding and Captain Gilliam... well, what an amazing character, I could listen to him for hours talking NAVY stories! Thanks for posting!
I have a stinger(tailhook)from a prowler. It was just leaning against the wall of my utility room when I bought my house. I thought it was a boat anchor for years. 😆 it's been a fun journey learning about this aircraft and its history.
Hey @Momma_Gee Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
We love this airplane too! Nice video
Capt Gilliam was my CO when I went through the Prowler RAG at VAQ-129. He's a good man that packs a hell of a punch. It was good to see him again - even though it's virtual. He looks a little different, but the voice and mannerisms are exactly the same.
Thanks for the note
Sterls was one of my instructors going through 129 in 89. Truly a great American. @@e3aviationassociation
Wow, Pretty amazing breakdown of the Prowler. Great interview!
Love learning more about all the different military aircraft and their specific applications. Rain asks all the right questions! 👍
Hey @jefflambright2113 Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
This was put together really well. Kudos to the team and giving viewers a lot of great information.
So well done! More, more, more please!
Hey @G33kGoddess Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Very well done and clear. The "Sky Pig" is not glamorous, does not do mach 2, or look sleek. But she was incredibly adaptable to changing situations and had relatively little down time. I was with the VMAQ-2 Playboys before they became politically correct. I love that plane and the experiences I had over 8 years fixing her ECM systems.
Love this. Spent a few years working this aircraft. VAQ-142(plankowner) & VAQ-131. Great machine
Hats off to you, gentleman ! Great video
Hey @leojablonski2309 Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Nice jacket, Sterls! Great video. Prowlers - Jam, Strike, Win! ⚡️⚓️
I haven’t had time to watch the video all the way yet, but I lived in Pensacola for a few years in the late 90s and went to this museum often - I want to go back and see what’s new :)
Great video!
Hey @sfmpj38 Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Those j-52 turbojets would rattle the fillings out of your head during a carrier cat shot at full power , Very loud and capable aircraft !
Great production and information!
Nice presentation - FLY NAVY
Awesome museum, even cooler plane 👍🏼
Hey @Bananasssssssss Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
I wasn't able to catch the BUNO, but that could be one of the birds we had in VAQ-130 back in my day! Zapper ATs. 86-89.
Awesome stuff, go Navy.
So Cool
Hey @katrinalawtonphotography3066 Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
I could hang out with Cap Gil for at least 3 beers. Cool dude.
It should be noted that the low band pods do not have steerable antennas. They are fixed to the radome.
That’s my bird. A great aircraft.
Hey @jeffhoward9186 Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
What’s the podcast called?
Fly Navy!
Hey @Scotts_Status Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
It’s not a fighter.