Fw 189 - The Recon Plane That Left Its Mark

[@nickmitsialis]

When you referred to Soviets calling the 189 a 'bird of bad omen', I'm reminded that this plane featured prominently in the famous Soviet War movie 'Come and See'==whenever bad stuff happens to the movie's protagonist, there's always a 'Rama' flitting about overhead.

[@garypruitt4289]

Great observation of a great movie. Maybe the greatest horror movie of all time

[@micheltessier1114]

@@garypruitt4289 ". Maybe the greatest horror movie of all time" What a brillant way to resume this movie.

[@nickmcgookin247]

My nick name is 42oman. Love this plane

[@StalinLovsMsmZioglowfagz]

Awesome, that sounds like great ominous foreshadowing by the writing/directing team. Was it a good movie - war-film wise? Edit: wait now I’ve read the other replies - was it mainly a horror film, or a war film, or something of both?

[@schlookie]

Yeah the drone of this aircraft in that movie was ominous.

[@elennapointer701]

There's a single surviving Fw-189 somewhere in the world. It was shot down in Russia by Soviet Hurricanes sometime around 1943 and salvaged in the 1990s. It's pilot, Lothar Mothes, survived the war (the other two died in the crash) and Mothes was reunited with the wrecked aircraft in Britain, where its buyer was located, not long after it was recovered. The plan was to restore it to display condition, but then the project went radio silent and nothing's really been said about it since. Reportedly the wreck was sold on to a US collector, but after that there's not much else that's come out about it.

[@AllthingsWW2]

I also read that story. When the pilot touched the throttle levers again, he said, "Just where I left them". I found it funny.

[@matthewlok3020]

Lothar Mothes had a very long life after that as far as I know

[@JonathanLeaver]

It was offered for sale recently. Lots of photos: warbirdsnews.com/warbirds-news/unique-focke-wulf-fw-189-offered-for-sale.html

[@elennapointer701]

@@JonathanLeaver This is fantastic. Great find :)

[@Jdub6580]

What an amazing thing would be: to be able to see and hear one of these take to the air

[@mikepette4422]

I think this plane would be an amazing flying experience just because of the visibility alone. I mean as a passenger aircraft on tours over natural sights like the Grand Canyon or in the mountains what a view you would have.

[@AllthingsWW2]

My thoughts exactly.

[@catlady8324]

The two 20mm cannons would be a blast, too!

[@neilb1619]

@focke wulf sure, it's a nice looking aircraft, and I do like it. But the most beautiful aircraft to grace the skies? Clearly you've never seen a De Havilland Mosquito at full throttle, in all its' twin Merlin glory...

[@nos9784]

I'm pretty sure a hang glider has even better views. It's also available today and cheaper than a few flight hours on most planes. Sure, its a somewhat different thing, but I like them :) It's also a much more immersive flying experience than sitting in a plexiglas bubble.

[@dallesamllhals9161]

@@neilb1619 ..there's a few (smaller)flying boats with GREAT LINES....if we're talking PLAIN beauty.

[@J069FIX]

I first learned of this airplane while playing one of the IL2 Sturmovik games in the early 2000s. Eventhough back then I was far more interested in fighter planes (and I guess I still am?), I recognized immediately how excellent the FW189 was in its intended role, and its distinctive looks made it unforgettable. It is nice to hear it was so widely praised by both the plane's operators and their opponents.

[@TheArunkp]

IL2 Sturmovik!!!! That was one amazing game!

[@elasadito541]

I still enjoy flying it in 1946, really nice aircraft.

[@biko9824]

I love this thing. Looks amazing, on par with the OV-10 Bronco.

[@scootergeorge9576]

The OV-10 could carry considerably more armament. Guns: 1 × 20 mm (0.79 in) M197 electric cannon (YOV-10D) or 4 × 7.62×51 mm M60C machine guns (OV-10D/D+) Hardpoints: 5 fuselage and 2 underwing , with provisions to carry combinations of: Rockets: 7- or 19-tube launchers for 2.75 in (70 mm) FFARs/WAFARs or 2- or 4-tube launchers for 5 in (127 mm) FFARs or WAFARs Missiles: AIM-9 Sidewinder on wings only Bombs: up to 500 lb (227 kg) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_American_Rockwell_OV-10_Bronco#Specifications_(OV-10D)

[@kurt5490]

Thank you for saying that!

[@Robertlynschultz]

I was just thinking that "to own one of these and a Bronco would be sweet"... funny

[@mr.thiemo1406]

then you probably like the fokker g1 too

[@scootergeorge9576]

@@mr.thiemo1406 - ...and the P-38 Lightning. Something tells me Admiral Yamamoto was not a fan.

[@guydespatie6881]

One of my favorite model kits built as a kid. I discovred this plane thanks to Airfix. a very fascinating plane. I do understand that one is under restoration somewhere... You did an excellent video. In perticular I enjoyed the flight simulator footage.

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you! There was one restored in Great Britain but I don't know of its current fate.

[@bergssprangare]

Same here..Made many models..FOr some reason this stand out..Nice design

[@jonathansteadman7935]

The Focke Wulf 189 is in an advanced stage rebuild. As of August 2021 it was at Duxford for sale at one and a half million dollars.

[@lancerevell5979]

As a kid in the 1970s, I had a kit of the Bv-141. A weirdly fascinating design.

[@frednel4326]

I've built hundreds of model kits in my day too and this one was awesome and a little more difficult with all the glazing that needed much care to assemble without messing onto the clear sections as I can remember because I used liquid poly, but it came out perfect in the end 👍

[@Governmenttruth]

Thank you for mentioning the Fokker G1, the best Dutch airplane fighting against the German invasion in 1940.

[@evelk5233]

Def a G1 inspired design

[@russkinter3000]

Amazing! All this time I believed the Fw 189 was a sitting duck for fighters. I learned ALOT from this vid.

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you!

[@robertreavley7145]

The ship sounds like a true well designed aircraft of the time! Something that would make a great comfortable point to point flyer!! The trainer version with the streamlined and closed nose configuration would be the Ultimat peace time executive sports flyer! You could have great fun in this ship safe in the knowledge that if a engine failed you’d still get home!!

[@romanheart8997]

I have always loved it's design....my Father remembers seeing them in the Ukrainian Sky.....and the Infantry cheered because they were artillery spotters!. Nice Video!

[@MrNaKillshots]

Excellent presentation.

[@esmenhamaire6398]

I agree, the Fw189 is amongst the few aircraft that, were I rich enough (and not so frail, nowadays!) I would love to own and fly. Superb channel, keep up the good work!

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you! You can always try a flight simulator. Certainly not the same thing, but can be fun!

[@XYZ-bi9eb]

your videos are brilliant and thoroughly researched. in my opinion, they are the best aircraft videos on KZbin.

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you very much!

[@malldvd]

It's kinda crazy to think that we went from recon planes like the Fw 189 to spy satellites and drones within 35 years. I wonder if the engineers that made the OV-10 had inspiration from the 189's design?

[@frostedbutts4340]

I always figured the OV-10 was inspired by the P61 Black Widow. Another very cool plane that would make a good video

[@scootergeorge7089]

@@frostedbutts4340 - O)r the P-38.

[@Scott-fj9uf]

THANK YOU!! This is my all time favorite WW2 aircraft. It seldom gets the love it deserves. It’s intriguing looks and unique combat mission, along with its extremely slippery characteristics makes is a sensational plane.

[@kurt5490]

I was completely unaware of this plane. Thank you for bringing it to my attention. My first impression is with more development & much greater #s, it could have been a game changer on the eastern front.

[@bungobox7454]

Nice video, thank you. By early 1943, the Hs126 and the Fw189 were deemed too slow for continued use by the Luftwaffe. These would largely be replaced over the next few months by Me109s, or Me110s. During the battle of Kursk, there were 18 Hs126s, 47 Fw189s and 60 Bf109/Bf110s employed in the operation as tactical reconnaissance aircraft. (Bergstrom)

[@MtnManLucas]

FW-189 has always fascinated me.

[@patrickcosgrove2623]

This is one of my favourite WW2 Aircraft. I like to imagine flying this aircraft, great looking machine as well.

[@Wideoval73]

Excellent video. Very interesting and well presented. Thanks

[@attananightshadow]

Between this and the storch; they’re my two favourite non-combat axis planes of WW2.

[@EricW4445]

Yep, two favs of mine as well!

[@CrusaderSports250]

Once saw a storch coming into land at an airshow, with a good wind blowing down the runway when the pilot throttled back about fifteen feet from the ground, the aircraft wasn't sinking but was starting to fly backwards, slots and flaps had to be retracted a little to reduce the lift on the wing and allow it to land, totally incredible, it came down in less than its length and would only taxi by blipping the throttle as the tail kept lifting with it wanting free from the ground, not seen anything like it before or since.

[@JV44HeinzBar]

Good job on the video. This plane has always been one of my favorites by design. It's so unique looking, and as history has related, a very reliable plane.

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you!

[@brettpeacock9116]

Post War the Norwegian Air Force "acquired" a single Fw-189 from a German unit, originally based in Finland. It was repainted in RNoAF markings and christened "The Green Man" after the local pub in the UK where the unit had been stationed during the war. It was finally retired in (I think ) 1948-49 as there were few spare parts available. Also the Gotha 242 was used in the Soviet Union, but rarely and usually as a transport, not a combat glider., but its later powered version the Go244 was rather more common.

[@radiosnail]

as a teenager, I built both this aircraft and it's Blohn and Vos rival from Airfix1/72 kits.

[@salsheikh4508]

Why doesn't this plane get more attention?? It's amazing. Thanks for the excellent video.

[@williamromine5715]

Don't put yourself down! You make very informative and entertaining videos. I enjoy both your and Rex's Hanger equally. I look forward to your videos.

[@AllthingsWW2]

I didn't mean to put myself down, I just meant it as a fact. Thank you for the vote of confidence. 👍

[@jroch41]

Very informative video on an important yet little known aircraft for the Luftwaffe. It poses yet another "what if" question for history.

[@gusgone4527]

Fw 189 was a remarkable aircraft. There would still be a place for something similar today. In fact there are many designs that have copied the general layout. The AHRLAC (Advanced High Performance Reconnaissance Light Aircraft) from South Africa being a very neat little plane. My personal favourite is the excellent Edgley Optica. Please take a look.

[@1014kerry]

never heared a really bad opinion on the 189.. a brillant design!

[@deconklin659]

I found an original German postcard with a picture of this aircraft on it. I gave it to an acquaintance whose Grandfather flew the Me 262. He appreciated it a great deal.

[@rdallas81]

Terrific

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

Thanks for making and sharing this vid on a fantastic airplane. Appreciate it a lot. Greets from the Netherlands 🌷🇳🇱, T.

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you! Greetings from Portugal!

[@pavarottiaardvark3431]

One of the overlooked qualities of the FW189s design was the engines - it used the Argus engines because they were in less heavy demand than the higher performance engines used in fighters and larger bombers. The other main users of the engine were trainers. Even the HS129 was found to need a more powerful engine. I find this really interesting because "knowingly using a simpler option in order to make manufacturing easier" is not a consideration we often see in German WW2 designs.

[@rogerodle8750]

I always considered myself to be fairly knowledgeable about WWII aircraft, but I confess I'd never heard of the FW189. Thank you for an excellent video.

[@guaporeturns9472]

You have much to learn my young Padawan.

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you!

[@jamesvandemark2086]

As a kid, I built a model of the Uhu night fighter- very cool.....

[@tonyclarke9269]

Yes I also remember building a kit of this aircraft when I was young. I recently started to build them again in my forty’s , I find it to be very therapeutic.

[@Kissamiess]

Seems to take a lot of inspiration of Fokker G.I. Twin boom design, central gondola and conical rear "turret".

[@bohoffman774]

You have done a very, very informative video! Thank's alot... Greetings!

[@kitbag9033]

First video of yours I've watched. I liked your style and presentation, good imagery and no over sensational statements. The Fw 189 has long Ben a favourite of mine so that might have helped too! Subbed

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you and welcome!

[@windborne8795]

ion one! If I were a multi- millionaire I'd build a fleet of the Fw189B's. Never knew of, nor even heard of that variant. Great upload! Thanks!

[@AllthingsWW2]

Glad you liked it!

[@reptilespantoso]

very good that you mentioned the Fokker! subscribed.

[@antonpressing]

A super doku ! Best I have seen on the FW189 @

[@AnthonyEvelyn]

I first saw this aircraft in Sudden Strike I, when it flew over the map in one of the last missions of the Allied campaign. I remembered asking myself wtf was that? Years later I found out from a Squadron Signal book it was the Fw 189.

[@drstrangelove4998]

A much better plane than I thought, thanks for the history lesson!

[@MajorBorris]

Purpose built aircraft like the FW 189 are always beautiful to behold. Edit* the night version or the owl was pretty sexy as well

[@WildBillCox13]

I like it. All armies needed a dedicated liaison plane able to STO/L on rough airstrips. Great all round visibility is a plus if generals are going to tour the FLOT for first hand reconnaissance. That situational awareness is a big factor in effective decision making.

[@johnschofield9496]

New subscriber. Great video. I wonder if there are any still in existence ?

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you and welcome! There is one that was rebuild in Great Britain, I'll leave some info on it: "One Fw 189 survives today. Its story starts on May 4, 1943 when Fw 189 V7+1H (Werk Nr. 2100), of 1./Nahaufklärungsgruppe 10, with V7 originally the Geschwaderkennung code for Heeres-Aufklärungsgruppe 32 based at Pontsalenjoki (due east of Kuusamo, and within the south-central area of modern Russia's Republic of Karelia) took off on a mission to photograph the Loukhi-3 airbase from an altitude of 6,000 m (20,000 ft), then to continue north along the Murmansk-Leningrad railway. Approximately 31 minutes after taking off, V7+1H was attacked by Lend-Lease-acquired Soviet Hawker Hurricane fighters. The aircraft dived to escape the fighters, but owing to damage already suffered, could not pull out in time, and it struck the treetops. The tail was torn off, and the crew nacelle left hanging upside down within the trees. The pilot, Lothar Mothes, survived but one crewman was killed in the crash and the third died from blood loss as a result of a severed leg. Incredibly, Mothes was able to survive two weeks in sub-zero temperatures, evading Soviet patrols while eating bark and grubs as he walked back to his base. Mothes spent the next nine months in a hospital recovering from severe frostbite before returning to the front line, eventually to fly another 100 missions. In 1991, the wreckage of V7+1H was found in the Russian forest where it had remained for 48 years. The aircraft was purchased by a group of British aircraft enthusiasts and was shipped to the UK, arriving in the town of Worthing, West Sussex in March 1992. The Focke Wulf 189 Restoration Society was formed to restore the aircraft to flying condition. Her former pilot, Lothar Mothes, met up again with his aircraft at the 1996 Biggin Hill Airshow. It was reported that this aircraft was acquired by Paul Allen’s Flying Heritage Collection[citation needed] and was in rebuild at Duxford to an airworthy condition, but as of August 1 2021 was listed for sale.[6]"

[@philiprobinson5821]

I have had a longing to take one of these, since 1968, for an un-ristricted flight. Being in the nose section would be fabulous with a view only exceeded by a Zeppelin. Although I have probably left it a bit long..

[@rosshemmings9384]

Unique looking plane with the sqaured off cockpit and twin booms. Just built a 1:72 model of one.

[@kilaskilatus]

your accent sounds like you are from portugal, if so... grande abraço e excelente trabalho. Espero mais uploads.

[@walteralter9061]

Very complete and well-narrated video. As a WWII hobbyist, I was surprised that I was not familiar with this airplane. Nice that you placed the Fw189 within the context of other twin boom combat aircraft. I'll check out your Channel.

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you!

[@schaerffenberg]

Excellent presentation of an excellent warplane! Yes, I would also like to have gone for a ride in it, if only for the great views from the cockpit.

[@fliegeroh]

Great video. There are several scenes from the famous Russian movie "Come and See" that show an Uhu flying over the battlefront. I wonder if that plane is still flying.

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you. I haven't watched "Come and See", I have to do it now.

[@brettpeacock9116]

I have seen "Come and See" (GREAT Movie!!) and I think the 189 footage was done using some restored stock footage from the era (Or a really really good model!). But the engine noise is extremely distinctive!!)

[@tomjustolsen1079]

To my knowledge the Fw 189 was not stationed in Norway. The film 'Come And See', gives a glimse into how it was percived by the Sovjets. Quite understandable that it was hated.

[@timothywood4402]

Always really liked this aircraft.amazing to hear more about it,Thanks

[@SeadartVSG]

I believe Kesselring learned to fly in about 1933 as an administrator in the Luftwaffe, and he flew often, there are pictures and videos of him flying several different kinds of aircraft.

[@johnvan6082]

Let's not forget that Kesselring was a LUFTWAFFE general . Also , the invasion of Russia began on JUNE 22 , not JULY 22 ( judging from this guy's accent it sounds like he should know this ) .

[@einefreunde]

Great post, didn’t realise it was so successful

[@joaopedrovalerio9673]

Thanks for this video!one of my favourite planes ever.The video is perfect!!Great Job,Keep it up. Espectacular mesmo!Abraço

[@AllthingsWW2]

Obrigado eu. Abraço!

[@davidely7032]

Planes with two engines were much more likely to return home despite taking a lot of hits. These type planes also were easier to take off and land as the 2 propellers cancelled out the twisting motion that confounded inexperienced pilots. Having weapons laid out near the center made aiming much easier as you could point and shoot without the need to factor in the point at which wing mounted weapons intersected. The boom configuration also minimized the surface area making the plane a harder target to hit. Having such a wide field of view needs no explanation as to the benefits of a wide field of view. The P-38 was a sneaky good fighter plane that shared many of the traits held by this fine aircraft. 😋

[@noahwail2444]

Thank you for this one, very litle have been made abut this plane, and it derserves some attension, I think. I have liked it for years, so nice it is brought out to a broarder audience. You make good vids. ;o)

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you!

[@tiss0006]

I would love if you could cover the B-17 Reed Project! They did some crazy modifications to the B-17 for that one. Another suggestion would be the YB-40, or the attempt to turn the B-17 into a long range escort gunship. Keep up the good work!

[@AllthingsWW2]

I'll look into it. Thank you for the suggestion!

[@davidv.3135]

Great aircraft!

[@Desertduleler_88]

Great aircraft for it's intended role, always had a soft spot for this plane.

[@steveclapper5424]

Beautiful plane! Kurt Tank was a genius!

[@kiwihame]

Truly excellent overview. Well done! And yeah, that's exactly what I thought about flying one! Are there any survivors?

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you! I'll leave here some information on the only surviving Fw 189. "One Fw 189 survives today. Its story starts on May 4, 1943 when Fw 189 V7+1H (Werk Nr. 2100), of 1./Nahaufklärungsgruppe 10, with V7 originally the Geschwaderkennung code for Heeres-Aufklärungsgruppe 32 based at Pontsalenjoki (due east of Kuusamo, and within the south-central area of modern Russia's Republic of Karelia) took off on a mission to photograph the Loukhi-3 airbase from an altitude of 6,000 m (20,000 ft), then to continue north along the Murmansk-Leningrad railway. Approximately 31 minutes after taking off, V7+1H was attacked by Lend-Lease-acquired Soviet Hawker Hurricane fighters. The aircraft dived to escape the fighters, but owing to damage already suffered, could not pull out in time, and it struck the treetops. The tail was torn off, and the crew nacelle left hanging upside down within the trees. The pilot, Lothar Mothes, survived but one crewman was killed in the crash and the third died from blood loss as a result of a severed leg. Incredibly, Mothes was able to survive two weeks in sub-zero temperatures, evading Soviet patrols while eating bark and grubs as he walked back to his base. Mothes spent the next nine months in a hospital recovering from severe frostbite before returning to the front line, eventually to fly another 100 missions. In 1991, the wreckage of V7+1H was found in the Russian forest where it had remained for 48 years. The aircraft was purchased by a group of British aircraft enthusiasts and was shipped to the UK, arriving in the town of Worthing, West Sussex in March 1992. The Focke Wulf 189 Restoration Society was formed to restore the aircraft to flying condition. Her former pilot, Lothar Mothes, met up again with his aircraft at the 1996 Biggin Hill Airshow. It was reported that this aircraft was acquired by Paul Allen’s Flying Heritage Collection[citation needed] and was in rebuild at Duxford to an airworthy condition, but as of August 1 2021 was listed for sale"

[@kiwihame]

@@AllthingsWW2 you sir, are awesome. Thank you!

[@hawnyfox3411]

@@AllthingsWW2 = Mate : You really should pin your comment up top regarding "V7+1H" (Werk Nr. 2100) So many people viewing your excellent video, yet, they still don't know about 'her' = "V7+1H" or Lothar Mothes I was lucky enough in the 1990's to spend time with all 3 = Jim Pearce (owner), Lothar and "V7+1H" I spent TWO HOURS with the plane, then, in her original 1943 RLM paintwork c/w bullet holes. Jim showed ME his personal 35mm photo' collection of the recovery itself, via Mi6 Mil "Hip" helicopter That full two hours I spent with "V7+1H" some of the best a/c history time event of my entire life !!! The following year, I met & spent an hour with Lothar (Mothes) before he died of old age He & Jim Pearce became firm friends (understandably so) Lothar is/was SUCH a nice guy, but laughably (for us) didn't understand nor speak a single word of English After our time together, he warmly & longingly shook my right hand, he's such a friendly guy I was amazed about him eatiing bark & slugs & grubs to survive - such harsh conditions By the nose / rear cockpit area, a large "Stork" emblem carrying a newborn baby was still in place Faded, yes, but still highly & clearly visible, as were the multiple angled bullet holes still clearly visible !! I consider it a real true honour, that I saw "V7+1H" in her "as found" condition AND her original 1943 paintwork Remember : I saw "V7+1H" long before Paul Allen EVER clapped eyes on her.... Big, big, big mistake, in wanting to strip-down the precious time-capsule 1943 Luftwaffe RLM paintwork You only ever find those time capsules once & when repainted, it's originality & authenticity is GONE It's rather like finding a Roman artefact, or a Viking artefact, then spray-painting it with modern paint Blasphemy !! Anyways, your comment & potted history segment NEEDS to be pinned at the Top, so others can see it....

[@josephmitchelljr.4354]

looks cool and it works

[@karlp8484]

The only improvement really would be more powerful engines and possibly provision to carry drop tanks to extend the range, which was very limited. If the FW 189 had the ability to carry 4x50 kg bombs, then 2x 100 l drop tanks would definitely be doable.

[@damienmaynard8892]

There was a night-fighter version Fw-189 with radar employed against the Soviet "Night Witches" - few built and successful but lacking confirmation of kills..

[@tonyholt90]

Very informative and interesting 👍

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you!

[@minarchist1776]

Found this to be interesting. Had not heard of this plane before.

[@shootfirst2097]

I'm curious about the spinning rear greenhouse with the slit for the gun and how THAT worked and the bulletproof quotient

[@americanpatriot2422]

Outstanding video of a great aircraft..

[@rogerkay8603]

Great vid. thanks!

[@tsclly2377]

The 'automatic 2 blade propellers are novel and simplified overall operation, the design is best for lower altitude cruise, but impedes advance in speeds above 2500m and adds to vibration when trying to achieve such, thus the propellers limited that over all top speed, a fault that I think the engineers knew, but as this type of hub was also used in the Bf 108 and was in production, it was used, not a new design with a 3 blade unit. In such, the Argus engine would give very good short field performance, as in other aircraft that used it [such as the xFieseler Fi 156 Storch]. This aircraft was built with a bit to much compromise.. and not remedied to the detriment of the crews in the later stages of the war. The lack of jetisonable fuel tanks and or tip tanks also where compromising factors. As was the case for the entire war campaign, this is another example of good concept, hampered by compromise under the pressure of having to operate with too little for the overall tasks at hand [leading to the complete failure in prosecuting the Adventure (starting with not enough fuel supplies; see "Military History not Visualized" ]

[@grtntgod]

Superb engineering shows what potential the luftwaffa had but for Goring

[@ele4853]

And great looks! As majority of German projects. Sleek and great lines!

[@jagaszepielak2601]

Fantastique plane ´ very instructive video continue like dhis 👍

[@Harry.said.so.]

Just watched a video by a guy called “rex’s hanger” who covered the bv 141 you mentioned in this video and how the 189 ended up getting picked instead, interesting to hear about both.

[@AllthingsWW2]

I've seen his channel! He is doing much better than me 😁 glad you liked this episode.

[@matthewlok3020]

@@AllthingsWW2 I believe Rex is very aware of this channel too, as his recent videos are focused on earlier pre WWll planes. I won’t bother with pointing my finger on who made the better channel but it’s up to the audience.

[@RexsHangar]

@@AllthingsWW2 your content is AMAZING, I really enjoy the editing style and overlays :)

[@AllthingsWW2]

Wow! Thank you! I also do enjoy your content quite a lot. The first time I saw your channel, I actually thought to myself that it would be cool to do a project together. Keep up the great work!

[@RexsHangar]

I'd love to collaborate with some people in the future, so feel free to track me down on discord or via email one day :)

[@simescales]

Can you do videos about Ki-43, Ki-44, and other Japanese fighters?

[@Schwertmaid]

You only talk about the Fw 189 and the Hs 126, but whats about the famest Fieseler Fi 156 "Storch" (Stork)?

[@Jdub6580]

I love the aesthetic of this aircraft, I have no problem at all calling it beautiful. Some people might use other words.

[@ChileMiPais]

I remember reading about a rebuild of one of these a few years ago, wonder if that is still on.

[@FiveCentsPlease]

+ @ChileMiPais Paul Allen's museum purchased the Fw-189 project after it was already started. Work has been done in secret for about 20 years and right now it looks to be about 50% complete. Paul Allen died and his sister closed the museum while offering a few projects for sale including the Fw-189. The advertisement for the sale is gone with no information saying that it had a buyer. A new wealthy investor has purchased all of Paul Allen's museum so maybe the Fw-189 work will continue or someone else will finish it.

[@yvc9]

I think thats the plane that keeps showing up in "Come and see"

[@philippmittler8723]

great video :-) very well made

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you!

[@kirkmooneyham]

Very cool reconnaissance aircraft. I had heard of it before, but didn't know much about it. BTW, what sim is that used in this video?

[@AllthingsWW2]

Hey there. The sim is War Thunder. warthunder.com/en/play4free/#/

[@Ob1sdarkside]

It's a lovely plane, with some great nicknames.

[@darrellborland119]

An interesting aircraft...the p-38 another one. However...the P-61 Black Widow was a real beast...In fact, they had a fly off between a Mosquito 20 and a highly tuned black widow around 1944...the Widow was declared the winner...of course we know the Mosquito would run rings around that beast...for political reasons, the british got to keep their Mosquitos, and the Americans kept their Widows...the widow was upgraded to 2500 hp engines, eventually. Apparently a Widow shot down Mosquito in Europe, during later days of conflict...what a deal. The widows were used after the war to fly thru thunderstorms to gather data, and were stricken off by 1950. An expensive aircraft that made little difference during the war...but one hell of a technological achievement. Thanks.

[@johnjosephfontaine2712]

It’s a good thing that they didn’t consider putting 2FW190s together!!!!!😼

[@brijstaker]

nice video!!!! what an amazing aircraft!!!!!!!

[@AllthingsWW2]

Thank you!

[@Marce159951]

Great video!

[@sloboat55]

Excellent

[@MrCrossbiker]

Outstanding plane with a very goog flight performance.

[@Anirossa]

I have a deutchmark from WWII that has a image of the FW 189 on it :D

[@brandonkew9122]

Very informative

[@joeharris3878]

The greatest war movie ever made, "Come and See" featured this airplane in several scenes. I thought it was an actual FW 189, but the filmmaker may have used wartime footage. Anyone know?

[@Schlipperschlopper]

Very nice plane they should have give it two DB601 engines :-)

[@uncleeric3317]

Love this stuff. Can you do one on the BV 141?

[@AllthingsWW2]

I will certainly get to it.

[@snookums01]

The main reason the B&V was not accepted was that it needed the higher powered BMW engines to perform at its best and these engines were in high demand for the fighter wing. The FW used lower powered Argus engines which were not used by any front line aircraft.

[@johnfrancis9668]

Sounds like a great plane

[@frankhernandez6883]

FW 189 - Lovely looking plane. Ditto for the HS-129 AT Wonder if the 189 would've done any good in the AT role with 30mm nose cannons or a single 50mm auto cannon???

[@redtomcat1725]

I have no knowledge of this plane. Have any survived ? Great job !

[@masterh8448]

I forget the name, but, there was a German general who, after riding in an FW-189, liked it so much, he learned to fly in one. Also, it was offered in a ground attack variant but lost out to what became the Hs-129