AT-6 Memorial Day 2023 Missing Man Formation Cockpit View

[@MattThornton87]

Wonderful ❤. Rather emotional to watch. Here in the UK we remember the sacrifice of so many young American airmen to whom the English Countryside was the last friendly place they'd ever see before heading off over occupied Europe. Thousands of miles from home they gave their lives for our freedom 🇺🇲🇬🇧 lest we forget!

[@Tiger313NL]

On the American Memorial Day, our air force always flies a missing man formation over the US War Cemetery in Margraten. Lest we forget.

[@tonydeaton1967]

Thank you for saying that Matt.

[@bcgrittner8076]

Juan-I am always deeply moved whenever I see a missing man formation. I never thought I would see one from the missing man plane. That was well done, air crews. Juan- Your video and audio editing was superb. And, you put the cherry on the sundae with the music overlay. Thank you for your service from a proud USAF father.

[@gfl1957]

THANK YOU to all involved in this flyover. Wonderful tribute.

[@whisperingeagle]

Juan that really got me where it counts. First i placed my hand on my heart and then i thought how much i love my country and all the great people ive known in my life. And the i thought about my ww2 father who passed and how much i miss him. And then a welling up of tears of how much i worry for my children and grandchildrens future.

[@paulevans3261]

@@whisperingeagle You me both, Good Sir... You and I both

[@Halli50]

I loved the initial shots: An old man, showing his age, lovingly tending to his ancient but venerated and pristine airplane, towing it out of the hangar with an equally ancient and venerated vehicle, a WW2 GP (Jeep). It was heartening to see how the "old man" has retained his formation flying skills, still agile in the air even if showing his age on the ground.

[@pittss2c601]

Amazingly well written. You can write.

[@tracytrawick322]

You and Juan collaborate? Your comment is truly that good! A short, precisely nuanced paragraph. If I didn't have an accomplished writer (my daughter), plus an aunt that's a PHD in English, retired but always on the prowl, I'd be even more impressed. Ok, I'm even more impressed. TBH, I'm just jealous as hell of all three (Edit: four) of you! Juan your the 4th, you earn it all year long bro! Great comment on the grandest of days, they deserve the best, thanks!

[@tracytrawick322]

No ChatGPT, all ❤️

[@Shakaiharp]

As the wife of a Vietnam Veteran who flew C-130’s and lost many friends…thank you sir!!!

[@rrich8371]

I kinda get chills when I see or hear ANY warbird. It reminds me of all those people who worked to produce these aircraft and deliver them to the military. And of course, ALL those aviators who selflessly flew.... and those who fly... because they believed in this country... and it was the right thing to do! Thanks for you service Juan Browne.

[@howardnielsen6220]

Juan. Thank You from La Pine Oregon.

[@garycountryman5412]

Never forget the ultimate sacrifice of millions of Americans. Thank you Juan for sharing this fitting tribute.

[@josephroberts6865]

Very nicely done! We veterans truly appreciate the tributes to our fallen heroes. Thank you Juan! I’m sure it means as much to you.

[@jme36053]

My father was retired Air Force, and flew 141s from the East Coast, both from Dover and McGuire. He passed away 20 years ago. For me, this video brought back the memories - and the tears. Thanks Juan, for all that you continue to do. Play hard and stay safe.

[@mpgofast]

I am sure he came to Rhein Main AFB, Frankfurt, was there 1967 to 1971, the C 141's brought US dollars and everything else, including toilet paper, If you ever had to use German toilet paper, you would know why. Great video of the missing man formation, as an old R4360 engine mechanic, I worked on a few T-6's, T-34, T-28's, love airplanes...................

[@captbad9313]

Thank you Juan, Every memorial day, I cry off and on for our fallen, till noon. Then at noon the flag goes back to the top from half mast. Where we honor those veterans who are still with us. You threw me a curve here, now I'm crying again. Thank you Juan and God bless you and your family. Great stuff.

[@thevettboy]

What a beautiful video -- Great job Juan. This video gave me chills and brought tears to my eyes. God bless this nation and all who gave their lives to give us all the freedom we enjoy each and everyday.

[@rickrickard2788]

Juan takes many of us, where we can never go ourselves. This was awesome Juan, Thanks. I got chills.

[@firemedic5100]

I have always gotten emotional watching the Missing Man from the ground. This was unbelievably tough to be a part of just watching this video. What an honor this must have been to have actually taken part of this flight. We can never forget those men and women who paid the ultimate price and never came home. Thank you Juan, for what you do.

[@fastpat1]

When I was about 10 years old, my father took an AT-6 from Charlotte down to Savannah to transition from P-51s to F-86s for the North Carolina Air National Guard. The year may have been 1957-58. i thrilled to be able to sit in the T-6 before my father flew off to Georgia.

[@pgilb70]

Just an Aussie civilian here but that was great! We treasure our bonds and history with you guys.

[@sorensolveig599]

This reminds me of my mother's uncle who piloted a B-17 over Italy during WW-2. His airplane was hit with flak but he managed to make it to occupied Yugoslavia where he crashed, and eventually made it out with the help of the underground. Thanks Juan for the tribute.

[@paulevans3261]

WOW... Talk about a choke up! Thank You Juan, Chuck, Jim Booth, Jim Eberhart, And Julie...❤

[@Ryanboy2020]

Thanks for posting this Juan! I've flown in all of those airplanes except the one your in, Jim's T-6. I grew up polishing Jim Eberharts planes and spent many days on tour with Julie and my Dad who flew together before his crash. It's great to see these old Warbirds still in such good condition as when I last touched them 30 years ago. It was a great upbringing being a airport rat. I had the privilege of listening and learning from the greatest pilots in the world. My dad would be proud to see this formation. RIP Pops! Blue Skies!

[@kevinvanpelt5302]

Thank you, Juan for taking all of us along for this moving tribute to those who gave all. May they rest in peace.

[@drop12341]

Outstanding! What a fitting tribute to those who lost their lives in service to our country and mankind.

[@happyhome41]

Absolutely beautiful sound and visuals - brought tears. Thank you.

[@LatajaceMuzeum-wo7pt]

I watch your channel regularly so several times I was about to write with some questions or “great job” comment. However hundreds or thousands peoples’ comments must be difficult to read for you… …however! As T-6 (CCAF Harvard) operator in (far away) Poland I can’t help myself to comment how much I admire the way the vintage aviation is preserved and operated in USA. This movie gives the essentials …it makes me to express BIG THANK YOU! The way you are give inspiration well outside of US… Jacek A 787 driver for Polish Airlines, own and operate Tiger Moth, Chipmunk and T-6 out of Poland, Warsaw area. My grandfather was Polish Air Force fitter 1939-47 including Kosciusko Squadron during “Battle of Britain”.

[@ChrisCoombes]

Juan's attention to detail helps make it special. Thank you to all involved.

[@skyepilotte11]

Excellent choreography, timing...thanks Juan and all pilots and crew for this Memorial Day tribute...well done.

[@countrymule9623]

Lost my dad in 69 on a routine supply mission to Alaska. He was in the AF reserve. He couldn't take not being in the air after retiring from the USAF. This is the BEST video I've ever watched on YT. WELL DONE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@theresters1]

I CANNOT DESCRIBE THE FEELING IN MY HEART, JUAN. THANK YOU ALL FOR THE LUMP IN MY THROAT, THE TEARS IN MY EYES AND THE JOYOUSLY PROUD FEELING IN MY HEART FOR BEING AN AMERICAN. ALWAYS, FLY WITH GOD, 💜

[@cojaxart8986]

Good stuff, Juan. Brought a tear to my eye! Thank you for your service too, and for all you do for us on this channel, Juan. God bless!

[@gordongekko5836]

Beautiful, just beautiful❤ Missing man formation, lost heroes, always remembered, always present in one way or another! Thanks for this important showing of dedicated people keeping tradition and honour alive. Greetings from Sweden.

[@charlestosi5199]

One of your best, Juan. Thanks from an old Naval Aviator.

[@archstanton9206]

Brings tears to my eyes every time I see the "Missing Man Formation". We owe so much to so many... Thank you Juan. I watched this with my youngest granddaughter on my lap earlier this evening. We must teach them whose shoulders we all stand on...

[@ericcox6764]

Holy moly Juan! That was incredible!! At time 13:40, you can see the shadows of the aircraft and the smoke trails! That was cool beyond belief!! That image gave me goosebumps!

[@johnb7490]

Well done!!!!!!!! Missing man always brings tears 😢

[@dankristensen726]

Thank you! And thank you for your service!

[@michaeldorn2541]

Great job Juan! Jim is such a fantastic human being. I just love that guy!

[@aeroscottmodelenginerepair2830]

Thank you Juan for the detailed pre-flight and control systems explanations. Must admit, I shed a couple of tears at the end of the fly over.

[@fredpfeiljr6450]

Absolutely AWESOME , I bet it was a true honor to participate. Thank you for sharing.

[@stevecrombie5357]

Thank you Juan and a special thanks to the men and women that make this happen. 🙏

[@ffrank7905]

That was the best video ever. Very emotional. Thanks to all the pilots.

[@jonclassical2024]

Very moving and beautiful Juan and All flying, thanks for remembering.

[@jimmiller30]

Thank You Juan ! My dad maintained SNJ's while in the Navy. We are both mechanics by profession pilots by passion. 30+ years as spectators at the Reno Air Races. Box C-112 this September. Please stop by and say hi. Thank You for your service to our country !!! Everyone lets NEVER forget the sacrifice of so many ! So we can enjoy the FREEDOM we know today.

[@arnecarlsson9740]

Great tribute and narration. The smoke trail shadows on the ground were beautiful. 👏👏👏

[@ronbutler6502]

Hi As a USAF C-130 Crew Chief who servered in South East Asia I Thank you for your service and you great vidios Tks

[@jefferp]

I witnessed many missing man formations. Always heart wrenching. Thank you for the inside look.

[@willkoeppel]

Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful! The memories of those who gave their full last measure of devotion to our country…will NEVER be forgotten…❤❤❤

[@tracytrawick322]

A lot of pride in my heart right now! Thank you all for your service, dedication, and airmanship. All 10+ Thx Juan, National treasures all!

[@paulputnam2305]

Thank You for sharing this Fantastically Awesome video with us! Much Love and Hugs

[@dryroasted5599]

Just beautiful. Thanks to pilot Booth and the rest of the formation, and thanks to you Jaun, for sharing it so eloquently.

[@bobbrandt6383]

Never gets old watching a Warbird flyover. Especially for this Holiday. Thanks for sharing Juan.

[@steini6771]

Simply magnificent. Thank you all.

[@Duckfarmer27]

Juan - Fantastic video and no doubt memorable for all those at the ceremony. I've never flown in an AT-6 and this gave me an appreciation of what my Dad flew in training in WW2 - then on to B-25s. Two weeks before he died suddenly in 1984 he went to the small airshow at the grass strip he had learned to fly at in early 1941 - a beautiful fall Sunday. Wished I had known he was going - he got a ride in both an AT-6 and a Stearman. Told both pilots he had flown them (and owned a Stearman after the war) and said he got two good rides. Was like a kid in a candy store when he told us all about it late that afternoon. I'm really glad he got to make both those flights. Thanks for a vision of what he saw learning formation flying all those years ago.

[@chriholt]

The "missing man" formation gives me chills every time I see it. Thank you for taking us along for this intimate view of how this formation flying works.

[@davidkelly7831]

Beautifully done. Missing man makes me cry every time.

[@cyberclaude]

Very nice tribute, very nice video, very touching!

[@kevincady5613]

Beautifully done. Brought me to tears.

[@doctwiggenberry5324]

What an awesome display. Thank you Juan and all the pilots who dedicate so much time and treasure to keep those old warbirds flying.

[@kurtak9452]

Incredibel, much appreciated to all.....I used to observe this every Memorial Day when I lived in Placerville.....

[@tyersontheroad2607]

Sooooo touching, well done by all, thanks for sharing this inside look, and God Bless America.

[@timothypirnat3754]

Thank you for your service, Juan. My father was a Naval aviator in the Pacific during WWII and Korea. My Father in Law was in Vietnam, and served in The Air Force for 30 years. They came home alive. Remembering all those who did not come home alive, those who are still missing, and those who war had changed. Prayers for no more wars in the future.

[@laureesierra5811]

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for this stunning share❤

[@garywatts8543]

Absolutely stellar! I love this from the ground, but sure enjoyed "seeing" it from the cockpit!

[@higgydufrane]

Thanks Juan, what a treat to fly along with you.

[@baratono]

Fantastic, Juan. This brought tears to an old man's eyes. Thank you!

[@stanschoeppey9396]

A moving tribute. Well done. Thankful for all who served, especially those who did not come home..

[@dansteigerwald5677]

Missing Man always brings a tear to my eyes and a lump in my throat. Beautiful tribute !

[@ivorevans1795]

Gosh. Very moving. Well done Juan. Actually brought me to tears. Served in Iraq with the British army and we were very lucky to all make it home. To the missing men and women - We will remember them......

[@99forliberty]

Thank you,, Juan for the beautiful flying, music and narration!

[@georgeescaped6035]

what an honor to be a part of this, thank you Juan!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ericboehm4529]

The Miissing Man always give me a chill. Beautifully done. Thank you.

[@CigarAttache]

Wow what a beautiful bird and the visibility looks incredible

[@iain3411]

Thanks for sharing this and to all who brought this together. Thanks for all who have served.

[@Twizlair]

Thank you for your service JB

[@andrewgraham3009]

This is one of your best videos that I have watched....and I have watched a lot of them. Thank you for your documentary and informative video of this great tribute.

[@geofiggy]

That was beautifully done JB. Thank you very much. ✌️ 🕊 Thanks for you time. Fly safe. 🤟🏼🖖🏼

[@alstruck8063]

This man is living the American dream! Thanks again.

[@mscheuring70]

Unbelievable video!!!!! The missing man formation always gives me goose bumps. This was very moving. Thanks to all involved.

[@tomrobertson8362]

Well done to all involved, Juan. Hopefully I’ll get to meet you on Saturday.

[@jackoneil3933]

Brilliant Juan! and Thanks! My dad was a WWII Navy Aviator and I grew-up the Back of his SNJ and Stearman, and eventually ended up learning to fly tail-wheel in both, and this brought back more than a few precious memories and tears of joy. The SNJ/AT-6 were called "The Great Pilot Maker" for good reason... My dad used to say: "If you can fly the SNJ well, you can fly anything" I never got to where I could fly the SNJ well, but it was worth every min of stick time.

[@mencken8]

I got a flight in an SNJ for a Christmas present a while back. A wonderful experience.

[@jackoneil3933]

@@mencken8 A great Christmas Present indeed.

[@pittss2c601]

That's mostly true. Fly a Pitts Special for 300 hours. It will transform you. Yes, I have SNJ & Stearman time.

[@jackoneil3933]

@@pittss2c601 Helicopters too. What do you deem as not true in those statements?

[@pittss2c601]

@@jackoneil3933 The North American T-6 Texan was known as “the pilot maker” because of its important role in preparing pilots for combat. That doesn't mean they could fly anything like rotorcraft or aerobatic airplanes or hot air balloons.

[@alexwalters4469]

Cool seeing Julie in her T-34. Caught her during her retirement tour in 2019. Wish I had seen more of her.

[@Mariah3272]

Thanks Juan !!! It was just like being there. A very beautiful tradition. Great music. Ya all keep doing this to honor our veterans. Loved it!!!

[@Steve-xf4uv]

Beautifully done ! It looks so simple to the lay person on the ground but so much planning and practice go into these flights. It must have been a thrill and a privilege to be a part of this day. As usual Juan a great video and thank you for sharing.

[@dennisbarlow9918]

Thank you for sharing, very well done.

[@charlesglandon7840]

WOW thank you for this wonderful video. God Bless all that didn't come home and all those that have gone before us.

[@patriciasullivan3167]

Thank you to all involved a beautiful tribute. Thank you Juan for the beautiful video

[@valkrider2004]

Beautiful view of being IN the formation. Awesome! Love the tug!

[@donreed5029]

I dont know how many of these flybys I have seen but they still bring tears to my eyes, Thanks guys.

[@jelinek1]

Another superb video, Juan. Great narration and beautifully matched music! Love the sound of the T-6!

[@richcrozier1108]

Thank you to all involved! I’ve seen the Missing Man formation from the ground as the Chaplain involved, but this is the first time seeing it from this perspective. Must be something in the air though…Thank you again my friend

[@wellcowboydan]

What an honor to be able to look after and fly this puppy.

[@jorgeB767-3ER]

Great, beautiful presentation for a memorable day. Well done Juan. Thanks.

[@CaptNoLikey]

AWESOME tribute. Thank you to all and their families who have given everything for our nation. 👍

[@Ifly96]

There are very few things that consistently tug at the heart strings but a perfectly coordinated fly by to commemorate fallen service men and women hits me every time. Well done and I hope to one day achieve this level of proficiency and skill in my flying career.

[@richardburguillos3118]

Special indeed. Honored… Thank you for all that are serving and have served and their families. God bless those that have given the ultimate for their country.

[@donreed5029]

I have just returned from a Honor Flight to DC and if that wasn't emotional enough I watched your video. Thank you. It makes me proud to be an American Veteran in the greatest country on earth.

[@davidsheppard1133]

Beautiful flying! Love those warbirds! Thanks for taking us along Juan!

[@earlturner8174]

What a wonderful job you all did!

[@tomsbigtrucks]

Thank you all for your service and sacrifice and incredible patriotism! 🙏🏼🇺🇸 brought me to tears

[@markshatto8699]

Outstanding job to all flyers! Thanks for the tribute to our fallen.

[@stevehamlin8267]

Amazing! The planning, practice & briefings really paid off - nice job!

[@joeschenk8400]

Great Memorial Day Tribute 👍👍👍!