EXTREME Weather EA-18G Catapult Launch Narration

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Welcome aboard! Get ready! It's time to get moving. Today, we are in the cockpit of an EA-18G Growler aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) somewhere in the Pacific Ocean near Guam in 2017. This will be a MAX power Case I launch off catapult 3 on a day training sortie.
The aircraft carrier always points into the wind during flight operations. Often times, this means that the ship is driving towards inclement weather. This was the case here.
Around time 6:00, the rain starts and the winds pickup.
Around time 7:00 the winds intensify and I can no longer see beyond the bow. The deck crew doesn't miss a beat and keeps it coming! Luckily this was an isolated storm that we passed thorough quickly.
Just another day on the boat. Fly Navy!
Chapters:
0:00 Taxi to Catapult 3
6:00 The Rain Starts
7:03 Launch Bar Down
9:40 Tension
9:57 MAX Power
10:10 Fly Navy
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[@GrowlerJams]

Click here for my merch! crowdmade.com/collections/growler-jams Thanks for all the support. I never thought this channel would take off so quickly. I recently updated the description for the video to account for a lot of the questions. If you like the videos, please "like", comment, and subscribe. Cheers!

[@javier77th]

Thank you for your service!

[@MitchCarroll]

Why both hands on the stick when wiping out the controls on a Growler or Rhino? I've asked legacy Hornet guys, and they all say they only use one hand (and seem to get angry, for some reason, when I ask about using 2). No answer yet from an E/F/G driver. Do the newer models have some sort of force feedback on the stick or something that takes some extra force to shove quickly to the stops?

[@dwjr5129]

The voice overs are really cool. Gives us a window into what’s in your head and what’s happening on deck. Great stuff! Looking forward to more of these as well as you getting cleared for more T-45 vids. Thanks for the job you do brother!

[@marc-winters]

Would be good if they did the voice overs with radio traffic

[@toniocavalari6936]

Dang " Tinnitus " l didn't hear a dang thing 🤣🇺🇲😎

[@Hawgryder]

You ruined the story referencing voice over. Cockpit only audio please.

[@Hawgryder]

Too much talking👎🏻

[@davemckenzie6811]

This pilot clearly is practicing to be an airline pilot when he retires from active duty. "Ahhh, goooood afternoooon, and thank you for flying Delta. We'll be landing in Cinncinnati in aboooout 10 minutes. Local temperature is 75 degrees and sunny."

[@ObsessedGarbageDotCon]

This is the true definition of teamwork for real. Everybody’s job is important no matter how minor it may seem.

[@ericc2083]

As a retired F-14 Bubba, it's nice to see the ship still finds the rain right before takeoff...kinda like how they find that one low cloud bank on full moon nights. Nice video.

[@dmac2899]

Thank you for your service may the Lord Jesus bless you!

[@Jimmyboy1674]

Couple of f14 pilots took my brother and I on a tour of Fightertown USA when we were kids back in the 80's! My fav airframe!🤗👍🏼

[@ericc2083]

@@Jimmyboy1674 Mine too!

[@embededfabrication4482]

I think it's scarier in a 172

[@Arthur-Mrgn]

@@ericc2083Were U In The Navy ? It Doesn’t Matter Yes Or No And Thank You For Your Service 🫡

[@jimlangley840]

I've been on the "Big Stick" during Navy days in Ft. Lauderdale pre-9/11. Huge ship. My dad helped build the Enterprise and Kennedy. Hawkeyes used to fly over our house in Norfolk when we lived there. Thank you for your service !

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@athr_blu]

Love this format, please continue this series. It's so cool to "listen" to what is going on inside the pilot's head !

[@robertmorrisschweitzer2544]

RAAF Retired, CPL/Inst. Fixed Wing and Helo: Are you just standing on the brakes to hold position during and after engine runup on a cat. launch? What stops the aircraft from sliding forward?

[@ottokrieg]

@@robertmorrisschweitzer2544 random idiot online: I think the shuttle locks the nose gear into the cat during runup

[@robertmorrisschweitzer2544]

@ottokrieg Thanks for reply and explanation. I doubt that wheel brakes would be sufficient, and timing of release to coordinate with the cat by the pilot would be impossible.

[@eliurea]

I've seen some of the previous videos, and, since most last 10 minutes up, it's frustrating sometimes to wait a long while and understanding nothing. Now with the voiceover, the experience is absolutelly improved. It makes so much sense now. Thanks a lot for your commitment.

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@Trojan0304]

Thanks for taking us with you & explaining all the millions of things going . Thanks for your service 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@music4dages]

My dad was a B-17 pilot during WW2. Subscribing on his behalf. Thanks for your service

[@gcm747]

Loooove the commentary. Gives me a sense of who I should be looking out for, what commands are being given and whats being done in the jet before we get the shot.

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@fross1203]

1995 I decided to put my medical career on hold and sign up for the Naval Aviator Program. I did a lot of soul searching, deliberating and decided it was what I needed to do. I was 33 years old at the time, but the cutoff was 27. I was devastated. Flying “shotgun” with you in these videos, with voice overs, takes me back to that time of unlimited exuberance and inspiration. Thank you.

[@teresahixson8716]

Now we have the best of both worlds. Just listening to those powerful engines roar through the sky or listening to your voice as you skillfully guide us through the launch/flight. Thank you, Pail. Outstanding job, once again. Fly Navy 💫 🇺🇲♥️🇺🇲

[@GrowlerJams]

Fly Navy!

[@niklaspilot]

Love the voice over. It's so fascinating to not only see carrier ops but also to have it described by someone who really knows what they're talking about!

[@nokoman85]

Outstanding video and narration of the CAT launch, Pail. Keep up the great work, and I believe that you are on to something great with the voiceovers. Fly Navy!

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks! Cheers and Fly Navy.

[@hawgbreath]

Thanks for the voiceovers, it helps us understand the process. That 45 minute wait between startup and takeoff seems pretty long though. I can’t imagine being on the flight deck in all kinds of weather, those guys and gals are incredible!

[@TheFlyingStampede]

I have gone down a rabbit hole watching all your videos and it is amazing. So awesome, thanks for sharing and your service!!

[@MarkB3h]

Thanks for the detailed explanation while every step is happening. I learned a lot hearing your narrative. More like this would be excellent. Thanks again for your service to our Country.🇺🇸

[@GrowlerJams]

Fly Navy.

[@flyingwitharnold8942]

Crazy how the weather changed that drastically in a matter of seconds

[@kerryannmurphy2936]

That was awesome! Thank you for sharing what a Navy Pilot goes through when taking off from a aircraft carrier! calm, cool, collected and brave, it is fascinating to see from your perspective. Thank you for your dedicated Military Service to protect your country and being prepared to do so at any given moment. Bless you Sir ❤️🙏🇺🇸👋 hello from 🇨🇦

[@williamcollins2022]

Thank you Pail. Found your channel a few weeks ago and just now getting time to write and tell you how much I appreciate these Videos! Former NFO (S-3 Viking) now retired after 23 years! These videos really bring back the memories.

[@GrowlerJams]

Thank you for your service.

[@deermeatfordinner]

This is absolutely amazing! I was recently on the Ford! I flew in on the Cod and got shot off the next day! It was amazing! I’m about to do my video on the experience!! So proud and honored to be an American!

[@laurentldoldi840]

Yes you can be proud and honored to be an American, and to liberate Europe from ruSSian invasion as you did from Hitler 79 years ago.

[@tylerharvey4958]

deermeat we love you bro

[@ryansharp9222]

What about USA makes you so proud?

[@laurentldoldi840]

@@ryansharp9222 maybe he prefers to be American than ruSSian?

[@Mr.Robert1]

​@@ryansharp9222 He's happy, does that bother you ? Dick for.

[@tiladx]

Love the commentary, Pail! It's good to get an understanding of everything that goes on. FLY NAVY!

[@pjotrtje0NL]

Having the voiceover is excellent! I thought I knew a thing or two already, and now I know more. Please do this again!

[@longtimepittsowner5589]

It is very refreshing to see these things that we likely would never see and as a bonus have a clear presentation by the same person who is flying the aircraft. We have gained tremendous detailed insight. Thank you for taking your time to put this all together.

[@jonesboy201]

Love the voiceovers. Keep them coming. Helps everyone fully understand what’s happening on the flight deck and in the aircraft.

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks! Will do! New voiceover jam is releasing this morning.

[@StoolieP]

The voice over was excellent, please do more of these for other aspects of flight. Very informative and entertaining!

[@jesuschristiscallingyou953]

Hearing this voiceover took me back to my Black Hawk days in the Army. Good stuff, man. I salute you! 🫡

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers and thank you for your service.

[@sweatypits8315]

Landing in weather conditions like this or at night must be terrifying man. Much respect

[@darweb3417]

During NAM I was told that a medical study of some combat sorties showed that often the most stressful part of the flight was not when the pilot was over the target but when he came home to roost and had to land on the carrier at night or in bad weather.

[@tmanwattsutube]

@@darweb3417 I’m thinking that young pilots don’t earn their way into fighter aircraft hoping for sightseeing. I imagine the selection process doesn’t just involve proficiency, but also attitude, proper aggression, etc. Combat is literally the tip of the spear they’ve been trained to be. Landing on a carrier, no matter how much you train, is going to be different ever time, and the ocean has a say in the behavior of the runway. I bet they’d rather be dropping flares and trying to go cold from a missile thank landing on a carrier in the dark in bad weather!

[@sukhoi350]

This was the most interesting video so far. If we could get more narrations and explanations of what is going on that would be epic :)

[@julianolivas5812]

You pack so much insight into a 10 min video ... this is a pilot's dream ... i'm learning so much ... more in awe each and every episode ... thank you

[@ezguy91701]

It was great watching your launches and recoveries without commentary. Hearing you talk about what is going on, really is the best. Thank you for your service.

[@abdulmismail]

Thanks so much for this, Sir. Prior to graduating Polytechnic (what you guys call College), I planned to join the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm and fly Harriers but ended up getting a job in the US and transitioned to space technology/rocket propulsion. First started flying (SEP) when I lived in Casper, Wyoming in 1998 but when I returned to Liverpool, UK, I never continued - but only restarted flying lessons two years ago (with literally one year of absence due to work). The closest I have to what you experienced is flying the F/A-18C and the Supercarrier on DCS World in VR - but as an engineer, it's superb understanding what goes through your mind when reading the instructions from the deck crew. Subscribed. Appreciate the content.

[@jasong546]

Pail very cool, as a wrench in the usaf, I wasn’t familiar with the procedures and some of the marshaling required, and have never seen it explained very well especially with a cockpit view, and it is super interesting to watch you guys work. I worked on ramps in bad weather of course, but I have to hand it to you and the crew, very professional and smart coordination between you all. Well done!

[@brunofagulha]

Thank you for this! and it gets better with the voiceover. I always learn something new to add to my virtual deployments missions. Keep up and fly safe!

[@fishbed_]

One of the best commentaries I've found of a carrier launch. Thank you!

[@bluehornet6752]

Awesome video. Mad respect for ALL those men and women out there serving the country. You all do us proud. Thanks for your service!

[@marcs990]

This stuff still amazes me, it’s unreal when u think of all the things that must go exactly perfectly right down to the tiniest nut & bolt. The fact that this is all completed on a regular basis without too many issues goes to show how professional all the members of the armed forces of such countries as the USA & the UK (yup I’m British) are. The UK actually invented the steam catapults & launch & recovery systems that we started using decades ago & still in use to date on both the USA’s & the UK”s aircraft carriers goes to show the phrase if it ain’t broke don’t try to fix it. I highly admire my country & the USA in what they do & I pray that we will be blessed with the “special relationship” for many many more years to come. Great video & commentary, thanks from across the pond in England 🇬🇧&🇺🇸 😅👌

[@garyw.2224]

Love these videos...fascinating! And from a retired NWS meteorologist, nice summary of the downdraft/outflow winds from the rain core too.

[@jamesjross]

The commentary added to this. Thanks - loads of insight into the job.

[@luke7750]

This was amazing. Thank you for your service and thank you for these amazing videos! 🇺🇸

[@katjack1966]

Dear Sir, I have to say that was probably one of my Favorite videos you've posted!!! Your voice was MADE for voiceovers, as smooth as your landings. I loved how you explained EVERYTHING we were seeing on deck. Most of your fans probably have aviation experience, but for a regular civilian gal your spot on description taught me so much! I saw familiar hand signs, but never knew what they were called or meant. You Never missed a beat in your recording, even taking the time to point out the other cool aircrafts on deck. I'm beyond impressed. I've been a bit quiet lately & have tried to keep my responses concise. However I felt this Voiceover, my first, deserved my full written admiration and sincere appreciation. Be looking for my $$ support tomorrow. You deserve it. Please do More Voiceovers! Warmest regards, Katrina (Kat) ❤️ Ps. Should support still be sent through "Cover your six" "Buy you a coffee" or whatever. Want to make sure it gets to YOU. LOVE, LOVE, LOVED IT Fly Navy 😊

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks, Kat.

[@susip898]

You are so sweet & speak so well for us Learners 🤩

[@JoshBoggsexposedhomes]

This was AWESOME!! Loved the full description and talk through!! Thank you!

[@antoniog9814]

Thanks for the narration, Pail. It actually adds to the video. There is so much detail going on in the background.

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@anthonybush607]

Thank you for your service and sacrifices. Cool as your job is, it also includes a lot of time away from your family and home. The videos are awesome and I love the voiceovers.

[@GrowlerJams]

I appreciate that. Cheers!

[@75Seneca2]

Great video and really enjoyed the commentary…fascinating! Thanks for the inside look at naval aviation from the pilots perspective! 👍🏻

[@fletsepopje]

Thank you for the stunning videos, it's a privilege to see the view from the cockpit. Thank you for your service.

[@GrowlerJams]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mikeyschmidt20]

What an amazing responsibility and opportunity you have to do what you love. Words that come from my head are envy. Thank you for what you do and keep up the great work.

[@thomas6502]

Wow, so cool! Interesting to see the helo cross the flight path before take off, I hadn't really thought a lot about the air traffic control aspects of carrier ops let alone all the activity on the deck. Such amazing work! Thank you for sharing, and thank you for your service.

[@richardweldon2062]

Absolute pleasure to watch. A really insiteful look at how the launch process works from the pilot's view. Very calm, very professional.

[@davidzawacki4344]

Thanks for sharing this. I spent three years on the roof of the Forrestal. Greatest time I ever had. Never got launched or caught on deck. Thanks for your service.

[@stevewhite1444]

Love the commentary and the explanation of what the deck crew are doing and why. Excellent video, you guys make it look so easy but there must be so much to do and think about.

[@NeilBarker]

God damn that was so darn cool! Thank you and more voice overs pleaseeeeee 😊❤

[@GrowlerJams]

New one going live tomorrow morning!

[@johnshields6852]

Sir, you make me proud to be an American, my uncle Jack flew the F4 phantom in Vietnam when I was a young kid and I was in awe, you guys keeping us safe and on call to bring it to the enemy is a comforting thought, I'm all in on your videos and please keep them coming, your bravery and intelligence is much appreciated, may God be with you and your wingman. 🇺🇸

[@GrowlerJams]

Fly Navy.

[@ChrisUminowicz]

Thank you for your service!

[@d.j.stachniak4441]

Love the narration!! So great to hear what’s going on. Thanks!

[@lawrencet83]

Thank you for serving and defending our country. My son just joined the Navy and he ships out on March 14th. He wants to become an officer after 4 years and follow my dad's footsteps in being an officer doing what you're doing. Do you have any advice for him?

[@GrowlerJams]

Apply the Seaman to Admiral program at his first opportunity. There are plenty of good deals out there. The Seaman to Admiral program is very competitive, but it certainly is one of them.

[@dwhonan]

This was really informative! Thanks for taking the time to narrate everything that's happening, as seen from the pilot's perspective.

[@IAMcommunistkiller]

Thanks for the narration. And thanks for your service.

[@tomasthomas7407]

THANKS for making these experiences so PERSONAL. ❤❤❤

[@UnlikelyHero]

I was on the TR for 2 years! Thanks for the memories.

[@GrowlerJams]

Any time!

[@alanwright5492]

Absolutely fascinating! A fantastic viewpoint, feels like I'm in the cockpit as well. Really thankful we allowed to see footage like this. Commentary is brilliant. I envy you Sir, and all the other pilots. Keep the vids comin please.

[@standish1michigan]

Outstanding. Thank you for the super detailed narration. Best launch video ever! Keep up the great work.

[@Supernaut2000]

This is awesome Mr. Pail to hear your voiceover! It adds a complete understanding and added dimension of your daily “office” work as you Fly Navy. Please continue doing this.

[@GrowlerJams]

Will do. Cheers!

[@goatitisful]

I just learned so much... thanks for making videos like this!!

[@Herman6507]

Definitely thee best no nonsense clip on a a carrier launch. Chapeau!

[@littlecheetah47]

It was fascinating and exciting to watch before but with your voiceover that is now at a whole new level. Pretty cool!! Thanks!

[@aaron-fauth]

I think giving your input from your voiceover on the inside really shows what you’re thinking. Keep in mind it’s great. I love your channel!

[@stevewilliams1197]

Awesome job talking us through the process.. one of the best I've seen on KZbin !

[@JohnMatthew1]

thank you for the thorough explanation of what goes on before a launch, really enjoyed it.

[@GrowlerJams]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GFY_FOAD]

" and if you look off to your right you will see......." Sounds like my last flight over the grand canyon. So smooth and easy talking about all this high end tech.

[@rstross]

Thank you for posting this video. It is absolutely awesome. You are very smooth off the deck - no perceivable bobble. I would have liked to have seen your climb-out on course maybe…. Very exciting…

[@yes_head]

Fan-tastic. You probably know that many people before you have offered videos like this, but the V/O is a HUGE addition. Thanks so much.

[@GrowlerJams]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@scottring2743]

So much information! SUPER Fascinating. Thank you! 🇺🇸

[@GrowlerJams]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pigybak]

Excellent!!! First time narration of what is happening. Thank you!!

[@michaelnation6335]

Love the voice over. Helps us newbie Navy dudes understand how you Airboys do it!

[@orgeebaharvin6284]

Thank you for a little extra explaining with all natural sounds.

[@gromitvt]

Thanks for sharing and thank you for your service. I did a dependents day cruise on Roosevelt with my dad perhaps around 1988. One of the best days of my life.

[@katgrey6239]

New subscriber here...from West Virginia!! Thank you and all military personnel for your service. Also to our veterans! USA 🇺🇸

[@GrowlerJams]

Welcome Aboard!

[@omarruiz8843]

Thanks for your service, and it's clear the explanation and view of a pilot before the lunch catapult. Keep doing the videos.

[@svglorious]

Great commentary, Pail… After so many years have passed from my year plus on the USS Oriskany CVA34 1968-69, your description of the launch prep, hookup and actual launch, fits perfectly with what I observed then with F-8’s, A-6 Growlers, A-7’s, A-4’s and the A-3 refueling Whale…You’re just flying a different hot-rod! Thank you for your service, sir!👍🇺🇸 and of course, Fly Navy!

[@GrowlerJams]

Fly Navy and thank you for your service.

[@deano6912]

Quality clear, concise voice over. Thanks for posting.

[@DavidLowry1]

Thank you so much for putting stuff like this up. Love it.

[@seanrota3359]

Really interesting, great to hear exactly the routine you go through before launching off the carrier. From New Zealand

[@tdrewman]

I love your videos and love that you are now telling us what is going on before and during launch..

[@bruce9063]

Very thankful for you talking us through the video

[@Elparquito]

Very, very cool. Love the voiceover explaining what is going on, things to see, what you're thinking, who you're making fun of, etc.

[@emeraldearth7]

Thanks for showing us what it’s all about!

[@belleice1943]

Boilermaker for you coming up have a good flight. I really enjoy our flights. They’re really nice thank you.

[@ijcruver]

Finally we know what you're doing or waiting for. Ty for the voice overs!

[@buckbuchanan5849]

That was excellent commentary and cleared up some questions I had, thanks!

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks for watching.

[@alanhelton]

Glad you brought us along. Always a treat to see the best in their element.

[@ZeroG_Bandit]

This is seriously the coolest ever. The voiceover is great, love the insights into the flight ops.

[@Rhinozherous]

So cool that you tell us what is going on! The videos are already awesome but with the voiceover it is so much more interesting! Thank you!

[@Star-Light.4-]

You are amazing!!! Love the description of what is happening!

[@markaudley-thewles5920]

You Sir are a complete legend . Thank you for your calm and informative instruction. 👏👏👏👏

[@michaeldehart648]

Enjoy your videos very much. It is amazing what you and your peers do. Thank you!

[@FD1CE]

Amazing. Your warm voice as well as the overall atmosphere really got me there. I felt I'm there wholeheartedly ^^

[@NetiNaik]

Immersive experience for the viewer! Will be looking out for more of your videos!

[@memmu2913]

I love this vid! Never get tired of watching it. ❤❤❤ ⭐️The best ASMR!!⭐️

[@charlescoulson]

How good to have a commentary on what sometimes seems an eternity waiting for blast off. The narration goes such a long way to understanding the ballet which is the flight deck.