"Air Force Stories" Pt 1 by Nutnfancy

[@frknnutz]

My son is serving at Holloman AFB as a drone GCS tech. He would like to stay in but just had a tumor removed from his brain and will be medically retired. As a fellow combat vet, I thank you for your service! I also have a son and daughter in the navy and a son-in-law in the army deployed in Afghanistan. As a combat leader with over 20 years, I can relate to your experiences as they are common to us leaders. I visited my son at Holloman. That is one desolate place!

[@nutnfancy]

Thank you for watching, and thanks for your service as well. Nutn is enjoying his retirement more than he ever thought he would...hope you enjoy your's as well! -- Veri

[@MrGoodnplenty1957]

Retired KC-135 Boom from 1979-1983 at McConnell & 1984-1986 at Castle, then the next 14 years in the KC-10's. good videos from an "LC AC in a KC",, i would have flow with you anytime. i was in the steam jets and my crew was the first one to train on the R's at McConnell. remembering pulling Anterior Alerts at Minot. (WHY NOT MINOT...FREEZIN's THE REASON). (flashbacks about Homestead & Fairchild). "BOOM STOWED, LEAVING POSITION"

[@derweibhai]

I dont see how anyone could get bored listening to your stories, they all have a deeper message.

[@lmomechtech7709]

I just stumbled upon this series...AWESOME!! As a Vietnam vet your attitude hits home and I really enjoy the stories and your shared experiences. Thanks!

[@NoahCotterill]

This is by far my favorite series by Nutnfancy. That's saying a lot. I LOVE his run'n'gun videos and adventures. This just takes the cake.

[@tomguns1401]

I did not know you served until watching this video. Thank you for your service. I just recently joined the USAF and will be going to San Antonio Texas on december 2 2013 for basic training. I cant wait.

[@Jammerjim]

Retired USAF MSgt 25 years served. 7 deployments. Met a lot of awesome people from all services through out my career. Being a Civil Engineer troop we tend to meet quite a few people. I miss it but I love life out of uniform now. What makes your channel so special is you're down to earth and you keep it real! Thanks for your service! Thanks for what you with TNP! Your videos has influenced our blade and weapon purchases. My son and I are TNPers all the way!

[@BillRalens]

You know what sucks about these videos? No HD that's it. Every time I watch this series I can't help but think this is nutnfancy's middle finger to all the haters. From an Army medic to an Airforce colonel, thank you.

[@b1kerguy]

my grandfather was a top gunner in a B-24 Liberator during WW2 and flew 48 missions in the pacific. he didn't talk much about his service till the last couple years and i feel he had so much more to tell before he passed away this monday (1-9-2012). thank-you for sharing, it reminds me of a talk with him, and thank-you so much more for the service you did for me and this country

[@jwmbam3tx]

Wow!! Awesome!! My wife and I are loving watching your videos together, especially while cleaning weapons. Small world... I grew up in Minot and graduated hs in 92. I love that you pointed out LOW CRIME! I used to brag about that to my wife, and she thought it was bs (she's from ks). Dude, we love all the videos!! We are learning so much, thanks Nutnfancy!

[@fecklar1905]

I just want to say thank you for all you do and all you have done for this country and the freedoms that this country has to offer. And a thank you to all military personel who have served and continue to serve this great country. Thank you.

[@ts440s]

Thanks for your dedicated service.

[@roundrogers]

Man, I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this. Please, more, and quickly. Thank you for your service to our country and the great videos!

[@14DFASniper]

Thanks for your dedicated service to the USA Nutnfancy. Hats off to all who have served.

[@mbrooks74]

Funny thing, saw you "Nutnfancy" referenced in a series of novels I'm reading. Decided to check you out. Thought, cool, the reference was to a real person. Then saw your Air Force Stories and watched this one. I'm a retired AF MSgt. Fighter crew chief my whole career. Started out crewing T-38s, went to F-4s, was on the F-16 JTF, had a break in service when I was at Hill and worked in the big hanger. You know the one. Spent a year in the Utah Army guard driving 8 inch howitzers. Spent time crewing F-105s in the 466th. Went back active crewed F-111s. Went to Turkey cadre to set up an F-16 VA facility. Back to Mountain Home. Was there cadre to help establish the consolidated wing. On a deployment to Cold Lake in Alberta I saw the most awesome sight of military aviation power I have ever seen. We were RTB in our organic KC 135s. We were last In a 4 or 5 KC stack. I was looking out the cockpit and saw all of our returning aircraft. Around 20 I guess all flying in formation. Being last and flying above I saw it all. F-16s F15's. We even had some Weasels from Boise with us. You have seen a similar view I'm sure many times. Anyway, thanks for your video. I retired in 95. Really been missing it lately. Watching this video was like old home week. So I checked you out initially for tactical info and got this big bonus! I'll be watching more. Thanks for your service!!

[@Artredies51]

Hear stories like these from my buddy 4 months out of boot in the USCG all the time, cant wait to hear more from a man with a career of stories under his belt.

[@grilledcheese1567]

Thanks for your service nutnfancy :)

[@ExploreLife2012]

Hi Nutn, Thanks for your service. I'm glad you put these vids together for the next generation. I enjoyed the stories, great principles. I was deployed in the USAF as enlisted to ID, UK, Korea, New Zealand, and Turkey.

[@Bene_Factum]

Awesome video, makes me miss the Army! I too wished I had taken more video and photos (AKA Hero shots). Keep up the great work high speed! By the way US Army is the best... Unless you need a fast mover to bail your back side out of a SHTF scenario. Thanks for your service LTC Nutnfancy!

[@nutnfancy]

Nathan Rudolph Everyone really made fun of it back in the day, but those dumb hero shots everyone took in the past are historic treasure now. At least from now on it's easier and more discreet, fighter footage has never been better! I'd love to have more pics of grandpa in vietnam. Even so he did pretty well considering the options! -TD

[@Bene_Factum]

Yeah my wife loves looking through the few photos I have (she is 10 years my junior) I work at the VA and it would be awesome to see photos of some of these guys stories! My grandfather was part of the first push onto Iwo Jima and one of my patients was with him! I really wish I had more pictures of my grand father other than his basic training shots. Cheers, Rudolph

[@operatorblack]

Former 11B here, just saying I know and appreciate from firsthand experience the Air Force's contribution to the field of battle. To be honest, NutnFancy, I've been watching your vids for about a year and a half and always wondered where you were coming from. I have a lot more respect for you now having watched this video, and I thank you for your contribution with both your military service, and your continuing service with TNP. Thanks a lot sir, you rock!

[@kmontano1234]

NUTNFANCY I RESPECT YOU SO MUCH MAN I WAS IN THE SAME UNIT YOU WERE IN AND I LOVED IT AND MISS IT. KEEP IT COMING MAN

[@eddiejr74]

part 2--I really appreciated your this story Nutn, my dad never spoke of anything about his service and as I got old enough to understand it, never got a chance to ask. So again, my ears were glued to this story and will be glued to part 2 and any new stories. To all those who think there are many here at home who don't appreciate what you do for our country, at the very least, I DO! To this day, I still shed a tear for my dad when I think about what he went through, love u dad!

[@dillanaddington7022]

Awesome video! Please do more Air Force Stories!

[@paulpm]

Thanks for sharing and thanks for your service. God bless you, your family, all the men and women in the military, and all the TNP'ers too!

[@jeremiahwilson1781]

your dad named the talon? thats frikin awesome!!!!

[@oceanbeach20111]

Thank you , and all our Veterans for serving our Nation. Our Serving Men and Women , Thank you too,

[@lanceroark6386]

I love the F-16.

[@mikeallensonntag]

F22 footage is awesome to they are such a good looking jet.

[@jethaspotatoaim]

Thank you for your service and my grandfather was in the airforce and was as awarded the medal of honor

[@AtlantiXYL]

Im going to Minot for Missile. Fuck!

[@SupraFreak7m]

This video rocks! I love talking to veterans who don't mind talking about their service. Every veteran that I see wearing a service baseball cap or military uniform gets a handshake and a thank you from me. Hopefully before too long, I will have some stories to tell myself. Keep it up dude. THANK YOU for your service and dedicating your time to us, your viewers.

[@MrSmitten25]

This is going to be one of your best series. Nothing uninteresting was said, brought back memories of my dad taking me on tours on base at camp Lejeune in NC. Well done sir, make as many of these as you please.

[@tchapman1977]

God bless you for your service, Colonel! You have gotten to see & do many of the things that many people can only dream of doing. Sure, there were some things that weren't so fun about it, but just look in the faces of the kids both young & young @ heart at air shows & you can see the awe and wonder in their eyes as well as their admiration. Also, thanks for everything you do here on your channel, sir! I know I really appreciate it along with many, many others.

[@gendo1]

2:48 Your videos: 1) ALWAYS MOVIE QUALITY EDITING!(thanks!) 2) EPIC VIEWS 3)you let the music play out, you always have THE BEST MUSIC. (including tv, radio, internet) Thank you sir. And god bless you and your family for your work on behalf of the USA!

[@colefook]

Thanks for your service sir..I was a fan before I knew about this.. I fought in Iraq with the 82nd Airborne and I appreciate you.

[@billfrankwurtz]

Great vid... I did 5 yrs in the US Navy as a Machinist Mate aboard the aircraft carrier CV66 USS America (now gone). I followed that after a ten year hiaitus with a 2 year stint in the Army reserves as a combat engineer. I love to hear these types of stories you are sharing as they contain so much of a universal language for those who have served in any branch... Thanks for doing the vid and for your service Nutn!

[@hooves427]

Hey nutn I recently joined the PA Air Guard and am getting ready to ship out to basic next week, just wanted to say I'm a big fan and I appreciate what you do here at TNP

[@DRMS4LYFE]

I love watching videos like this one. And the pics/video clips of actual aircraft, home movies, and the cockpit just add to the overall video. Big thumbs up for making this video. Can't wait to see part II. Keep making these videos and thanks for your service!

[@uncatila]

You are one of the people who make me proud of my country.

[@LordTyphus47]

Wow I've been watching your videos for a few years on and off now and never knew you were Air Force! I love these stories already. Thanks for your great service to our country. You're the man Nutnfancy!

[@IOgrel]

God Bless you nutnfancy..... It is a real treasure to be able to share your stories and experiences. It will never be said enough.... but THANK YOU for your sacrafices in service to our country and to your family for dealing with you being away on your deployments.... God Bless you and God Bless TNP

[@wolfcobra101]

Dear nutnfancy, As a current USAFA cadet and avid viewer of your videos, I wanted to thank you for everything you do on your channel. I greatly appreciate your philosophical videos and real-world gear reviews. It may sound a little funny, but seeing where you have managed to guide your life after the Air Force (enjoying the outdoors and having a strong bond with your family and friends) has honestly given me a much clearer picture of where I would like to be in 20 years. Have a fantastic day

[@TacticalReviewer]

Man these videos are why I'm subscribed to you. I have been feeling the same way since I was much younger about joining the military. I would sit a listen to my grandfather tell me about his time serving in the Navy and also the stories my dad has from his time in the Air Force - Combat camera and I feel like it is my duty and privilege to serve in the US Military.

[@jdizzy01]

T-38, the grand-daddy of the light fighter. So cool. Thanks for the service Nutn!

[@qjames0077]

I really appreciate your sincerity and character Nutn, I don't think there is anything else like this anywhere else on youtube, or the net, at least in an honest portrayal. I look forward to the hopefully many years of the continuation of The Nutnfancy Project.

[@J78S72]

I am absolutely loving this series of videos already. I am taking your stories and lessons to heart and appreciate you sharing. Awesome.

[@NeoB-Lac]

thank you for your service!!!, my wife is a soldier, we took MAC flights from Hickam AFB all the time. we got to fly in c17,c5, kc135 they actually let us down into the bottom of the kc 135 and let us sit in the refueling station it was amazing

[@survivalaustralia01]

life is not measured in monents of breath, but breath taking moments. there is nothing more nobel than volunteering to give your life for people unknown

[@robertbennettwa]

Excellent Video. I love the quiet professional label. My son is active duty Air Force now at Kirtland AFB. I served my time in the USAF in the 80's and my father did as well. As my son grew up I kept telling that the most important thing to remember about the service is that the needs of the service come first. He is a quiet professional and takes care of the Osprey's.

[@viol999]

P.S., Thank you for your service and professionalism to this country. I wish a few politicians would show such backbone, humility and servitude to this country.

[@havoc1zero]

Rangers lead the way!!!! Hooah!! Thanks for your service Nutnfancy. I remember when we were in the 'Stan , we loved hearing the AC-130 Spectre gunship flying over watch. Thanks to the Air Force, (on several occasions), I made it home safely after some pretty tough spots.

[@DennyRec]

I enjoyed this very much. My father spent 22 years in the USMC and passed away servicing his country. I grew up around the military and it was a great life. Most of all, the military took care of my mother until she remarried. The aircrafts that you showed were awesome. I register permission to go up in a fighter once. I was surprised I had to go to briefing and debriefing too. I'm looking forward to these videos. Thanks you, For showing this to us and serving your country.

[@EricsTechTalk]

Nutnfancy, thank you so much for this. I am currently a KC-135 crew chief at Fairchild. I was a lost soul for a while, and I dropped out of college to join. I have now found that my destiny lies with the Air Force, and I want to become a pilot more than anything. You provided so much insight - the kind I've been thirsting for. I try to talk to pilots sometimes, but you know how that pilot-chief relationship is sometimes. I've been a fan for a while, and you continue to be an inspiration.

[@TheFeralcatz]

Nutn is about the coolest person there is. Thank you for your service.

[@1trustnone]

I just wanted to tell you THANK YOU for all of the great vids over the years, I have learned a great deal from you. Please keep them coming.

[@jbailey41]

Your comments about UPT and military flight training in general are on point. Flight school is one of the most humbling voluntary experiences. The old clip of you post-UPT flight reminds me of the aftermath of my first Primary flight. I fell onto my couch and passed out for about 6 hours after puking my guts out and woke up feeling like the culmination of a weeklong bender. The idea of not physiologically being able to cope with the flight training was a constant thought.

[@destroyka777]

Nutn, I absolutely loved this video and was completely engrossed by it. Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us, and you can bet I'll be watching the rest the series.

[@Surkit914]

Nutnfancy, I know you don't read a lot of these, but I especially wanted to thank you for this video. I'm just starting out in my USAF career, and I take every chance to hear stories from the ones who've gone before. I've yet to find myself a mentor like they always said to do in AFROTC, but I'm searching. I don't know how long this career will last, but I must say sitting in a C-17 cockpit at night was awe inspiring. Thanks again for the stories and lessons, can't wait til the next installment.

[@musicmanace0]

Awesome, love all the philosophy vids. It's great to see our military sharing the great times and memories. Keep up all the great work Nutn

[@Tomahawk837]

We are so appreciative of these messages, and we respect you so much, sir. Thank you for your service. Awesome!

[@Chirality452]

I really enjoyed this series on your Air Force career. I'm sure that all of your subscribers have been interested in knowing more. I'm looking foward to part 3 tonight. Thanks!

[@djg4lyfe]

I was stationed at Minot from JAN05-JUN06, last station after my 6 years. The weather was a spot on description. Thanks for your service.

[@rockcrawling43]

This is my fav Nutnfancy series. I have seen it multiple times.

[@TheStickey8]

Nutn I was a 141 crew cheif and I spent one cold winter in Ga. living in the fuel tanks fixing the wings. Thanks for taking up our slack. We fixed em as fast as we could.

[@ndileonardo]

Warrior Rule to Live By #15: Don't judge a counterpart by his uniform, judge him by who he really is. You are a hell of a man, Zoomie. Thanks for your service through the Air Force and like always thanks for the awesome videos.

[@danhdoRVA]

Awesome stuff Nutnfancy. I'm so glad you're such a multi-dimensional person with so much great things to say about a lot of things in life, (Guns, gear, military/professional/ and personal life, your talking points and philosophy) . It never ceases me how you can so well relate a subject to the regular person and make it interesting. Thank you so much for your contributions and your families/ friends and other TNP'ers work, has made my life so much more enjoyable and awesome. ROCK ON TNP!!!

[@Leojx941]

NutnFancy, Thanks for serving! I had some civilian pilot training at an academy and it is tough. You have to be committed! Also, your right at flight school you also have braggers and the professionals. I remember having a conversions with one of of my friends at the school and having one of those, "They did what?!" moments. You learn more than just fly you learn a lot of things that you can apply to different fields and life.

[@smokeeater722]

One last thing Bro, I got nutn but respect for you. A 135 brought me and my wounded brothers out of the sandbox. I will always love you guys for that!

[@RockIslandguy]

I loved the video Nutn. I wanted to be a F14 pilot when I was younger, but when I found out I was too big to fit in the cockpit, I was crushed. What a feeling that must be, to fly above the clouds, able to see all around you. What a life you have led so far. Keep up the good work and keep the great videos coming. Thank you.

[@ItalianAnaconda]

I was stationed at Yokota for my first Duty station. What an exprience. I was there for 3 years. I miss overseas. It is always cool when you hear/meet someone that was once at your old station.

[@promaterial]

Not bored at all my friend. It was cool to see the excitement in you as you were telling stories. I can tell that its been something that youve been wanting to share for a long time. Keep em comming.

[@jman5386]

Great video as usual - and the Warthog is still the most beautiful machine that any ground pounder can see coming in. Love 'em.

[@mosspawnfanatic]

My grandad was in the army aircorp in ww2. He died when I was eight, so I missed out on his stories, but he did bring back some cool stuff and pictures. Thanks for the stories. Sometimes its much more entertaining to hear reality, than watch bs movies.

[@MarkDOES6886]

Nut fancy, you are a very inspirational person! I am looking forward to the next chapters of this series of videos. Thank you for your service and keep up the excellent work !

[@jiveturkey947]

We had the same wingbox issues on the C-130's I maintained at Pope AFB, NC. Many of the planes were diagnosed while I was stationed at Al Udeid in 2004 and had to be one time flighted home. Sucks during wartime.

[@highlandsvette]

Mr. Nutnfancy, Thank you,I've been watching your channel for two years.All your videos are so PROFESSIONAL !!! Now I know why .... Thank you for your service.. I look forward to all the rest of your videos !

[@emvp]

Yet another excellent video! Absolutely profound philosophy and counsel on the Quiet Professional principal. I couldn't agree more. Thank you for your service.

[@SanitiveRevolution]

Great video, as a fellow Air Force veteran, your story, pictures, and videos took me back to those days working the flight line, and being tricked into going into the CTK and actually asking for 100 yards of flight line when I was a young fresh out of tech school Airman, lol. I remember the T-38's flying over Sheppard AFB all the time. Man, those were great days! Full of possibility and adventure. Thanks for your service.

[@Johnc4878]

Good job Nutn. I'm of a different generation but similar experience. I served for the same reason as you, nice to hear it articulated so well. When I entered the service I wanted the best training available and as a young infantry officer that meant Airborne and Ranger. Oh what lessons were learned and what fears were confronted and mastered thanks to great instructors! I want to thank them now and you for taking the time to share your experiences.

[@jgrasela]

Thanks for your service and imparting some of your experiences and lessons learned.

[@tinkerrbill]

I subscribed a while back because I liked your presentation style and subject matter. Just today stumbled across this video, listened to whole thing, and will be coming back for part 2 and beyond. Several times you apologise for boring your listeners and I have to say, "don't worry about it!" For those who might get bored, they do have a choice. As for me, I enjoyed every minute and my respect for you went up another notch! Thanks so much for all your videos, & for yours & all military service!

[@bigj687]

I'm an Army cadet, and it's great to hear about real life experiences from military officers like you! I love all your stuff, keep it coming!

[@308whisperingdeath]

Very nice to get to see other sides of you since because of you many people may be drawn in through other vids and realize that tactical load outs are just a small bit of info your trying to get across and help people making decisions based on "your mileage" Great video and thank you for the service and keep the vids coming.

[@steven458791]

Not even kidding. I called the army and coast guard recruiters this morning to talk about enlisting. This evening I sit down to check my subscriptions and lo and behold, you're sharing your experiences in the military. Don't keep us waiting on these vids bro!

[@0bscura]

Thanks for your service and thanks for sharing your stories. Lookin' forward to the rest of the series. I'll push the photos and video lesson on out to everyone. No matter who you are, take lots of pictures and shoot lots of video. Years from now you'll be glad you did.

[@ChewbacaTW]

I love "Air Force stories" and sea stories too. Very helpful for me to build my dream. More please!!! Thanks for being a badass and serving our great country.

[@LordTimelord]

A+, 10/10, and +1000 Nutn! I've honestly been looking forward to this particular series for a long time, and that's no bull! After getting 'mostly' caught up on your extensive video collection (I'd estimate that I've watched about 90% of your videos, as I'm sure that I skipped over some), I appreciate the look behind the scenes to help understand how you developed your mindset. I look forward to the other parts, and NO... I was NOT bored with Part 1! I'm certain that most TNP'ers agree!

[@Gman-109]

I can't believe I just found this series from Nut. I knew from other vids since I subbed last year that you were a retired Lt.Col and were USAF, but I didn't know you had so much time in tankers, the T38 (family of mine flew the CF5 here in Canada), and other aircraft. Pretty incredible, and puts the videos regarding survival stuff, especially NtF comments regarding weight into perspective. Can't wait to watch these AF stories, perfect timing.

[@pr4runner]

Second time watching b/c of the new series " Behind enemy lines" Thanks again for your service and stories. I really enjoy your videos on the outdoor adventures and your military service.

[@Natacall]

I also shouldn't forget to thank you for your service. It flew over my head while I was typing the previous comment. Thank you for protecting our rights and freedom.

[@Flynnman1]

not bored at all nutn. love hearing about it. i had a roll model in my high school days in the jrotc program and he is a retired navy commander. he was also an aviator and it was always so cool to hear his stories it seemed like he had a never ending bank of just awesome lesson learning stories about his days in the service. you definitely remind me of him and its very fun to hear about your career! thanks so much!

[@MrStuffdude]

This is crazy, showed this to my dad who flew B-52s during the cold war/active duty in Minot ND, then flew C-130s in NY for air rescue/air refueling and trained the B-52 pilots for desert storm and again at the intro to the Iraq/middle east conflict in Germany. My dad got a kick out of this vid, thanks for posting it!

[@saburusakai]

Very good sir. THis was supposed to be my world, but got damn diabetes in my 2cd yr of college in 77. My Dad was a civilian instructor in T-28s when I was born near Spence AFB in 57, absorbed myself in it, still do. Worked as a machinist at Lockheed Ga making C-5B and C-130 parts 84-88, watched the Ga. ANG F-15As almost everyday while I lived there. U can see my obsession in my site. THANX for posting these great vids of the past. Very enjoyable. I worry badly about the current destruction of the US military and the lack of indignation shown by the loyal opposition in Congress. I envy your life, and will be back here alot.

[@superunknown291]

Love this video!!! It really is reassuring to hear you relay the wisdom and stories. I am just starting my civilian pilot career and love listening to anything aviation. It gets in your blood and becomes a part of you. I cant wait for the rest of the series, and i thank you for your service!! my grandfather was a grunt in WWII and i have the highest respect and admiration for those who willingly lay their lives on the line.

[@screwdin]

Nut thanks for your service. this video wasn't boring at all. keep them coming please

[@glock2026]

appreciate the sacrifice for our contry . i salute you .

[@sirot655]

Thank you for your service nutnfancy. honestly you are an inspiration

[@toddtabbaa2137]

Nutnfancy, thank you for your service to our country.

[@JStation3]

Nutn, you rock. Thank you so much for your service!

[@Wodjanje]

I'm glad you decided to share this with us. Excellent video, Nutn; keep 'em coming.