Aero-TV: The Bally Bomber - The All Time Ultimate Warbird Replica?

[@georgemallory797]

This guy is a better man than I'll ever be on my best day. I'm glad people like this give us something to aspire to. Top notch.

[@oldtimer2192]

I couldn’t agree more sir!

[@largol33t1]

I can't believe he admitted "It wasn't supposed to fly but it did." Um, wow. I wonder if he thought the engines weren't strong enough to produce enough lift for an average adult. The wings sure look long enough to get it flying. Sorry if I'm rambling a bit. I'm still shocked by his statement that it wasn't supposed to fly!!

[@cdjhyoung]

You have to really appreciate his tenacity to see this project through to the end. And the disappointment he must feel not being able to actually fly it himself now that it is done. Great job Mr. Bally.

[@afterburner2869]

I would have flown it at least once after devoting 17 years of my life and who knows how much money. The FAS can kiss my ass.

[@ButchNackley]

I have a strong feeling he was the pilot of it's first flight.

[@Paiadakine]

I hope he had a chance. What a work of art.

[@suzukirider9030]

not able to LEGALLY fly it and not being able to ACTUALLY fly it are different things. He won't have insurance coverage on it if he does fly it. Not sure he cares at this age - it's the love of his life, I think insurance coverage means to him now about as little as it did to the B-17 pilots on war missions in WW-2. Actually, I wonder if military aircraft have any insurance during war time? You get all kinds of insurance these days, but not from being shot down?

[@TheCallMeCrazy]

@@suzukirider9030 Nah, insurance isn't really a thing for military assets. You could say they're self-insured I guess?

[@gmcjetpilot]

17 years to build. Well done Sir. I saw it at Oshkosh. It is hard to wrap your head around it. I hope it gets donated when this Gentleman passes so everyone can enjoy seeing it.

[@jameshudson7053]

Seriously man, that is one of the coolest things I have ever seen!

[@merlin5by533]

Just hearing that the old WW2 pilots wanted to fly your plane made me smile. Back in the saddle again.

[@suzukirider9030]

When was that? Are there any WW2 pilots still alive in 2021? Hell if they were 18 in 1945 they'd have to be 94 now...

[@gerardfenn3988]

@@suzukirider9030 My Dad passed away 8 years ago and he was in training for over 1 year when the war finally ended. He always wanted to fly the B-17. He told me that upon volunteering the AAF gave a psychological test to determine if you should be a fighter pilot or a bomber pilot. Never realized his bomber dream but logged many hours in the air training to go to europe. That was a different era and such a proud generation of Americans. I think I was born in the wrong decade. I wish I was there with the guys.

[@jerryumfress9030]

This is the most awesome replica B-17 I've ever seen, and to top it off.... it flies. WELL DONE SIR!

[@mqbitsko25]

I've joked about giant scale models and wondered why they don't just build an airplane? This guy went and did it.

[@Youtubeforcedmetochangemyname]

Same thing I say when I see a giant rc I always comment why not make it a little bigger and just fly the thing

[@c431inf]

Right lol

[@ActionableFreedom]

Regulations bro. This guy got a bit lucky or was very persistent. Its like in China, its more free in some way. One guy built a sub and it was np. He takes around his lake and river all the time. In the US getting it registered would probably be more expensive than building it.

[@Zoydian]

Incredible, just incredible!! No words to describe this man's perseverance and the work of art he created!

[@johnnyblade1955]

Even if it had never flown, this has to be in the top 3-5 home built projects of all time. I hope it winds up displayed at the EAA museum, permanently.

[@VegardMinde]

The engineering and maintenance is more important than the use, -some people don´t understand that.

[@arkwill14]

Well that could mess up the anti-aircraft fire. "Sir, the range finder says that B-17 bomber is flying at 5,000 but obviously it's much higher. Thing must be broken!"

[@encinobalboa]

This plane belongs in the Smithsonian. It's a work of art.

[@kieranfitzgerald2030]

Nah man.....IT BELONGS IN THE AIR

[@cuttersgoose]

No it belongs to the guy who built it and he should be flying it

[@MicRuLerZ]

@@cuttersgoose that original comment pissed me right off, the guy did build his life's work to have it parked in a museum when it's only just begun its flightlife, it should be flown around to his enjoyment and possibly make appearances at shows.

[@thercbarn5001]

Its a shame baily is no longer with us. I shure hope he got to fly it at least once. It sure is a beautiful airplane. It was built not far from where i lived at the time. Mike c

[@indridcold8433]

It is magnificent! The name of it is definitely appropriate. I hope he gets his multi engine certification so he may fly it himself. I think the build was definitely a labour of love.

[@JohnVHRC]

Its amazing, yet disappointing, its been done for so long, and very light flight footage of it.

[@stevevukich8958]

agreed...grr

[@spyder000069]

17 years of one mans life is a lot to risk. It flew so it proved it can. I can understand just making it a show piece. He now can take it places and enjoy the rewards of people coming up to view it for as long as he is in possession of it.

[@g6rcteam81]

it has 55hours on it but looks tale heavy and underpowered . At least on video.

[@gerardfenn3988]

@@g6rcteam81 Can you tell me where I can see some videos of this gem flying?? Thanks

[@duncanread4442]

Well done sir. That is a thing of beauty 👍

[@Cesko_Plny_Fialovejch_Zmrdu]

This is what one manwith passion made. What gen Z can create?

[@coldsamon]

It's a challenge for Gen Z to tie shoelaces.

[@grandepho1]

There are really no words for a person like this… hat’s off, my friend

[@michaelcarmean4906]

💥 Jack Bally 🇺🇸 You Are Truly a Master Craftsman… I Have Never Seen Anything This Unusual and Unique… Makes Me Feel Good To Look At It… Thank You💥

[@truth7416]

Wow!!! I would shake your hand! Well done.

[@graham2631]

Wow!!! What a awesome idea/build! Very interesting how it it would scale down. I hope to see some air footage. Hope someone builds some more four engine bombers. My grandad as a bomb aimer in the 405 pathfinders met his end in '43 in a Halifax. Hats off to the bomber boys.

[@irishlightandmagic]

Well done amazing work and story.

[@oscarrlee18]

Thank you Sir. You are. one. In a million to be able to have the intelligence, skill, and faith to build such a beautiful machine🇺🇸

[@duckingtonedits2369]

That's a work of art

[@rabrumf]

Amazing skill to be able to build something like that! Hats off to you sir!!

[@donivanpotter2762]

That's really cool, glad you found a passion that resulted in something truly cool to be shared.

[@mithrandir1313]

WELL DONE!!!

[@petewest5973]

imagine the pilot flies off in 17 years of work without the builder permission - he seems a polite man but for sure he was mad as hell

[@roadking99jokerst60]

Saw the blue tail rudder and thought of Sentimental Journey. Congrats , good sir.

[@eaglewolffox6275]

Would it be ok to call the bally bomber a baby fortress

[@justayoutuber1906]

Gorgeous! I admire his talent and dedication.

Well done Mr. Campbell

[@fourfortyroadrunner6701]

Saddens me that he didn't live to enjoy this for very long. I hope the present, and future owners will take good care of it

[@richardriddell6077]

Beautiful!!!

[@darkdom5439]

Wonderfull !! This vidéo is too short for that talent !! The RC models lovers will be impressed ! 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@andyfredericks6205]

I thought this was RC at first then the penny dropped when he opened the canopy! Fantastic!

[@tonythompson4951]

Unbelievable, much respect !

[@midsouthexpress]

I love that those old WWII pilots are still willing to get in there and fly that plane. And I know they mean it! I wonder how it handles compared to a full size one, if any of the flight characteristics are similar?

[@brettwoodard167]

Beautiful aircraft, love to see more video.

[@hankramos8663]

Quite an accomplishment! It's a marvelous airplane! RIP mr. Bally

[@Ralph2]

'Just drank too much beer one night with a bunch of buddies.' That part wasn't the problem. You're supposed to forget all that crazy talk when you sober up.

[@cavecookie1]

Either that, or get it done before you sober up...just imagine; a 17 year drunk!

[@padanaprototipi]

Absolutely a masterpiece of art. Congratulation, Sir.

[@bryanharen8212]

Fantastic build!!! My grandfather was a bull turit gunner in a B17, I've got his aviator glasses from WWII . I wish he could've seen this.

[@timhensley1297]

I remember this story. Very cool.

[@tomsawyer9403]

That is an amazing accomplishment. And it looks BEAUTIFUL.

[@JoeSmith-zg7in]

Wow,what you built is amazing.

[@raypurchase801]

Unbelievably brilliant.

[@Paiadakine]

This is so cool. Why are there not many videos of this homebuilt

[@99kevin99]

Mr. Bally is one special human.

[@bluetopguitar1104]

This is amazing

[@nigel900]

Fantastic! 👍🏻

[@theguy9234]

Just Awesome!! Who would dislike this video?!

[@KeeneFx]

Beautiful!

[@Warbird-Aviation]

Very nice

[@CZPO7DUTY]

My good fortune to see this up close in Oshkosh during AirVenture 2018. Just amazing to see! 👍🇺🇸

[@dcanada7108]

I'm completely amazed. Great work .

[@grampageorge3407]

What a good job!

[@Jaujau933]

Amazing 👏👏👏 beautiful job

[@kennyj4366]

Awesome bird. Now that's a home built I could get behind lol. Great job.👍

[@harryhardesty9625]

The top of what one man can create, just amazing,

[@toddwieland7664]

Amazing job

[@dingopuppytoo]

That is so beautiful it’s untrue!! ❤

[@dirtyhlbly]

That is the coolest thing I ever saw.

[@GrummanIsComin]

Outstanding job 👏

[@valtito9297]

I BEEN WAITING TO SEE THIS,

[@sohailsajed7283]

You gave a diamond,in original shape

[@timdodd3897]

Beautiful! Nice job.

[@charlesware3698]

Just awesome... thanks for sharing

[@newlibertarian139]

The test pilot was going to follow the builder's instructions. Then when he felt the plane wanting to run and lift, rationality blew out the exhaust and the little kid in him took over. That day, the test pilot learned that excessive smiling leads to drool.

[@Coastmac2001]

Never say never. What a brilliant achievement.

[@fogstreet108]

WOW! so cool.

[@Tree_Dee]

It is just precious! I want to give it a hig!

[@groll7957]

Wow that’s cool as hell

[@davecrupel2817]

Good God. This thing is right up there with the latest flyable Concorde model!! O.O

[@jimdavis8391]

What a great guy 😊

[@rogerb5615]

Following in the wake of Howard Hughes and his "taxi" of the Spruce Goose!

[@mikeanders73]

Beautiful plane

[@Ozzypup1]

That thing is awsome. I love B17s.

[@liamhollin8265]

This is fantastic, you are truly a genius,in the same vain as Barnes Wallis and Roy Chadwick.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@garynew9637]

More video on this please

[@donmcatee45]

Tres cool, guess i got to get multi rated now.. Nicely done, thank you for sharing your work.

[@outdoorfreedom9778]

I have enjoyed watching the build over the years. So glad to see it flying now!

[@douglashughbanks1828]

Stood next to it @ Oshkosh 2 years ago amazing aircraft.

[@jockojohn3294]

If folks want to know why the USA is in the mess it's in......this airplane is your answer. This is a representation of talent, skills, tenacity, hard work that the older generations had because most people were raised that way, it's the way the country got great, how we used to win wars, and all those things built men and women who did things, if they didn't know how to do it , they learned. That's what we're missing - A couple generations of doers all across the country who wanted a better life, to make a difference, and support freedom. It's up to you to give a name of what we have now. For me, I call it " Sh***%t..

[@c431inf]

That is freaking Awesome

[@endwood]

That's dedication for ya! I would think at that age I would have flown it anyway, life is too short to miss out on once in a lifetime events!

[@simon_k4551]

That's what the other guy thought.

[@LukeCasten]

Quite an accomplishment! It's a marvelous airplane! RIP mr. Bally. This plane belongs in the Smithsonian. It's a work of art..

[@TheGodParticle]

Omg! at first I just thought it was a RC.

[@brbob4934]

There's a vid somewhere of this departing Oshkosh I think. Ridic cool.

[@hadleymanmusic]

Theres a thrill in buildin and flyin I just luvit

[@jeffhess7130]

Two Thumbs Up !!

[@geeeeeee3]

Builder died recently. Wife sold the plane.

[@TA-Mike7]

Too bad too many organizations are holding you back on how much power or who can fly it. Great project.

[@xsbuilder1]

What is the weight and power loading? I have to wonder about that with only 160hp (4 X40) available and a lot of drag inducing exterior structures (like turrets and gun ports).

[@mariolofaro8330]

Just Amazing!

[@K3Flyguy]

I'd like to know what kind of beer the guy was drinking to get inspiration to do something like this? Usually !ots of beers makes me sleepy, I'm thinking i need to change brands.

[@jetvette66]

Are there any videos of this plane flying?

[@redstone51]

Beautiful aircraft, amazing story, National Museum of the US Air Force bound!!! REST IN PEACE ⭐JACK BALLY⭐!!!🙏🌹👌

[@tonywright8294]

Superb what’s next 1/4 scale spruce goose ?

[@Name-ps9fx]

I’d love to see this fly...from a cockpit (or nose gunner!) point of view! Beautiful!