"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!

[@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!!

[@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

[@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.

[@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!

[@ts440s]

Thanks for your dedicated service.

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@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!

[@grilledcheese1567]

Thanks for your service nutnfancy :)

[@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

[@dillanaddington7022]

Awesome video! Please do more Air Force Stories!

[@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!

[@brendtman]

thank you for your service.

[@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 !

[@jeremiahwilson1781]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@BadGuysRecaps]

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.

[@lanceroark6386]

I love the F-16.

[@mikeallensonntag]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@J78S72]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@jethaspotatoaim]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@TheSpoontallica]

I myself am a veteran of the USAF. I was a PJ, which for your viewers is a Pararescue Jumper. I spent ten years in, and would have gone further were it not for a medical discharge. Much respect to you and my best wishes to you and your family. Tsgt Spoontallica.

[@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.

[@alessiodecrisantis6726]

Awesome new series nutnfancy! I wanna hear some more about your Pop and his time in the service.

[@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.

[@OfficerPaterFamilias]

Dude- I love this series. Can't wait for the next one! I am really inspired by what you have done with your life and I will definitely apply your TPs to my own life. Thanks bro and thanks for your service.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@CoalMansSheepDog]

Thanks L.C. for all your videos but especially your USAF stories. I have a neighbor who just graduated from the USAF Academy in the top 10% of his 2012 class. He was given his choice of what he wanted to do next (grad school, pilot training etc.). I feel your stories contain many of the same lessons I learned in my career as an audit manager. I intend to share your stories URLs with our new lieutenant. Thanks again NNF.

[@14DFASniper]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@CalcityAirsoft]

What an awesome video, I was not bored at all and cannot wait for the next ones! Thank you for your service!

[@richardah1]

This was an AWESOME video. I can't wait for the next part. You have good stories and you're a great story teller. 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.

[@thegogetter222]

What a great legacy your leaving for the Nutnfancy family... keep it up! Great work! Congrats on your retirement. Onward and upward!

[@sabatheus]

Hey, man. When I first started watching your videos and you mentioned SERE training, I thought you were a loadmaster...or a crew chief. Never in my wildest imagination did I think you were a pilot...or WHAT?! A Light colonel?! Mind = blown. Thanks very much for your service. - signed a fellow brother in arms, SSGT USAF (Aircraft Electrical and Environmental Systems Specialist - ELEN)

[@SJulianYZ125]

My Thoughts exactly prior to these vids! - signed another brother in arms, SSgt USAF (Airfield Manager)

[@sabatheus]

Julian Sears Rock on...and thanks for serving.

[@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!

[@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.

[@jgrasela]

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

[@thickhyde]

Wow! Way cool! Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us. Mr. Nutn Sir you have my utmost respect.

[@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!

[@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.

[@Gideon_Judges6]

Thank you for your service! Do you know who else is an USAF veteran? Ron Paul! You are in good company. God bless!

[@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.

[@jdizzy01]

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

[@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.

[@warddman]

Nice job! I regret not documenting my career. The life lessons you are sharing will help those younger viewers in making better decisions. I just hope they can sit still long enough ! Rock on Nutn!!!!!

[@1947Israel]

This was really great to see! I was thinking about joining the coast guard as a career but wasn't to sure. This video is really encouraging to me and I hope to see more on the series. Thanks :)

[@Excedrine]

Definitely not bored. It's good to here more about the man behind the madness. Active duty United States Navy here, AD - jet engine and fuel systems mechanic, Petty Officer Third Class assigned to VAQ-135 - "The Black Ravens". We fly EA-18Gs now, after we completed the transition from EA-6Bs. You definitely had my attention with the snap shot of the Prowler lining up to get fed. :)

[@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.

[@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!!!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@Papabear100]

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.

[@richsanch74]

great stories! one of my fav' tnp series. thanks for the trip down memory lane. hope nutn' gets around to do some more later down the line.

[@TheMotorick]

Loved this video. My little brother recently retired from the Air Force as a Major. I have a picture of him by a T-38 that I swear is identical to the one you showed. I have the utmost respect for you based on your professionalism and good-natured demeanor. Thanks.

[@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.

[@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 !

[@pr4runner]

I really enjoyed your video and look forward to many more. Very interesting how your path in life changed, but still went straight. Cool to hear you were in Okinawa, loved that island. Thank you for your service.

[@Legacyoutdoorsofficial]

that was a great video. Thanks for sharing your experiences, Looking forward to part 2 of this series.

[@flyhigh8313x]

Thank you for sharing your lessons learned and also how to be a success any where. The Quite Profectional attitude will serve every one who uses it. I hope more people out there will take a use it, because the quite profectional attitude serves me well. Thank you

[@edconnor6905]

Hey Nutn, I was stationed at Minot also in 92. I was a engine spec working on Buffs in the 23BS. Now Im a WG-10 at Laughlin working on T-38C's. Pretty cool.

[@eawick]

I transitioned out of AD USAF where I worked as a C-17 avionics tech in Dover. I just got a civil service job working T-1, T-6, and T-38 avionics at Laughlin. Those T-6's and T-38's buzzing around Del Rio look like a lot of fun... probably the most fun you can have around here.

[@Wodjanje]

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

[@foxbat945]

Great vid nutn. Your story rocks...and its about time too. We've all wanted to know your background story in the great ole AF. Thanks dude for delivering. Can't wait to hear more.

[@darkmummy9]

Dude love the video and storys can't wait for part two! These are great for younger people like me who are looking into a military career!

[@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.

[@Solanum20]

Where has this series of video's been?!? Nutn thank you for your service and for TNP. I really look forward to the rest of this series. -Solanum20