I FINALLY Trap After a Bolter and a Waveoff

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This is a video of me coming into the break, followed by a bolter, waveoff and then finally trapping a Navy C-2A Greyhound on the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier, somewhere over the Persian Gulf a few years back. I first published this video to my KZbin channel a few years ago, but redid this version here by adding a voiceover. In my opinion, it's a totally different (and much better) video and I hope you enjoy it!
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[@flyrobroy]

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[@eli1000fer]

Isn't there a DoD guidance prohibiting making a profit while in uniform? Did that change or does that just mean it has to get approved or something?

[@BobDenard05]

​@@eli1000ferI think he’s retired for many years since this video.

[@flyrobroy]

@@eli1000fer Who knows, but I've been out for a while now.

[@eli1000fer]

@@flyrobroy Oh I had no clue lol. They're all narrated in present tense

[@barrymccockiner6641]

C-2s are all but retired at this point...

[@jasenhicks]

Your intonation and tone through "Meatball, lineup, AOA..." had me looking for a "Signature Move."

[@tiladx]

My boss flew in the Air Force. I have shown him your videos, amongst others, and the first words out of his mouth were, "NOOOOOOO, thank you! I'll stick to concrete runways." Wings of Gold vs Wings of Silver Fly Navy!

[@clearedtofire]

Things that never happened...

[@JoshuaMaddren-n2k]

Fly Navy ❤

[@moappleseider1699]

@@clearedtofire What was unbelievable about it?

[@johndamascus2634]

I love the Gold wings jab..LOL !

[@flyrobroy]

I had some fun making this one!! 🤣

[@KuostA]

can u please give me context on this? who has silver wings? who has gold? only navy?

[@flyrobroy]

@@KuostA Naval Aviators have wings of gold. Air Force pilots’ wings are silver. 😎

[@ImpendingJoker]

@@flyrobroy And Army helo pilots have Balls of Steel. Fly Army.

[@southernoutfitters3325]

@@ImpendingJoker Horah!'

[@retprob]

Had a Lt. with a good sense of humor and was all in for the crew. When he went to strap in I would always say "have a good flight and bring my baby back you lucky bastard." His response was always a laugh with "I would do this for free but they make me take the money!"

[@Fred2-123]

@retprob We used to say "All this and they pay us, too!"

[@Dave-rc2he]

moustache laden pilot and co-pilot thats a good landing right there, moustaches are perfectly balanced by the loadmaster port/starboard. great to see some real time authentic flying by intuition/experience. top stuff

[@timf2279]

It's great you have Cmdr. Frank Camparelli (Danny Glover) as your co-pilot. Well done. Thank you for the video.

[@flyrobroy]

Couldn't have done it without him!

[@badlt5897]

@@flyrobroy Can you have him as a guest commentary? I'd love to hear what he was thinking like, "WTF is he doing?" Or "If we go around a 3rd time Imma need to give him a pep talk." It would be cool to get his perspective on what you're doing from time to time.

[@TheStuport]

Appreciate you keeping The REAL In Your REEL Rob! We ALL learn with experience and hands on applications. I'm stoked that you felt comfortable enough to share your Bolter. We are our own worst critics. I could see @ 3:57 that while you were a bit annoyed with yourself, you took a deep breath and in fact reminded yourself why your Wings Are Gold and the "other's" are Silver!😉 A great informative learning video! Chit happens and being cool and calm gets the job done! Dad being a USAF Pilot, we lived on Hickam AFB on Oahu. Was wondering if you ever got the chance to get to Pearl Harbor? The Docks @ Pearl are a sight to behold! And The Arizona to me is a Cathedral On Water! Cheers From The Clouds in COW-lumbus, Ohio MOO 👋

[@flyrobroy]

Hello my friend! No, I've never made it to Pear or have even been to any Hawaiian Islands! 😞Once I *almost* got order there, but of course they fell through last minute. You know what they say about something that's too good be true... As always, I appreciate your support brother and thanks for being a super fan of this channel!

[@andydelarue9344]

Gee it makes a big difference not having clear sky and horizon. Love your work guys

[@rElliot09]

There are those who have and those who will. My worst day flying CODs, nightime off SoCal. Yeah, I did the night thing. I had two bolsters, two pattern wave-offs, two fouled deck wave off’s, one no grade two wire.

[@willpugh8865]

For me, This will always be some of the most impressive things people can do. And for these hero’s it’s just a Tuesday

[@doxielain2231]

I find carrier pilots to be the most calming, meditative narrators

[@caffiend.]

Excellent detailed breakdown of the many tasks involved and aircraft aerodynamics of flight. Ive seen many videos of carrier traps from cockpit view but it isnt until you see a bolter that the realization kicks in of just how difficult and precise the landing really is. Not to mention night landings. Outstanding.

[@flyrobroy]

Appreciate the kind words and thanks for subscribing @caffiend!

[@Michael-it6kj]

I was weapons department on USS Eisenhower in early 90's, spent many nights on that flight deck

[@StrIIker-TV]

That was a great voiceover! I really enjoyed all of the talk through for the landing attempts, explaining in detail all that is happening. Very solid stuff! Thanks!

[@dougmackenzie5976]

Ten year USAF jet engine and prop technician here (C-130, C-141, C-5, C-9). Just wanted to say I love your videos! Talking us through a bolter, wave-off, and landing was smooth as silk. My eldest brother was an F6F Hellcat driver, off the Yorktown, in WWII, while my dad flew P-47s in the ETO. Thank you for you videos, service, and humor!

[@rotorcraftsimulation]

That first officer is the most confident and calm person I've ever saw.

[@jstriggsr]

the C2 and E-2 my two favs... especially with the newer engines !! and the SOUND !!! love it... for a Tin Can sailor who spent many an hour on "life guard" trailing the USS America back in the 80's... thanks for sharing these videos !!

[@dilbertleadbetter8481]

Retired Navy here Rob, BN'd in A6E Intruder's. Stories I could share with you. For sure there is a pucker factor at times. Night ops are the worst. Carrier's always looked forward to the COD landings. Mail etc etc. Thank you for sharing brother.

[@flyrobroy]

Couldn’t agree more and thank YOU for your service Sir! 🫡

[@roycenlisa]

Now that's some solid entertainment. Thank you!

[@IamJunius]

As a retired SWO who was often challenged following the CV around during flight Ops. The poor SWO sap on the bridge of the carrier is chasing the wind (direction) so you airedales can have the wind in your face when you land/take off. The seas in this video indicate light and variable winds, thus the wind chasing of the ship. It's all about the flyboys.

[@RommelsAsparagus]

Thanks for your service. That looks more stressful to me than being a trauma surgeon. I need to check my BP after watching!

[@Tanvaras]

Excellent content once again Rob Roy. Always a great morning when you release a new KZbin!

[@flyrobroy]

Love to hear it brother! And I always look forward to reading your comments from the other side of the world! 🇦🇺🇺🇸 🫡

[@deanteam813]

Silver winged Army guy here Rob...my only C-2 ride with bolter, trap and launch was outta Bahrain in 2004, all lady crew...great week aboard JFK...watchya gonna drive once the C-2 is sadly retired?

[@williamthethespian]

The fact that you are so confident in your skill that you can share a missed landing, we have to respect. We enjoy good flying; we admire your Great flying. 👍 Fly Navy

[@thecatdaddy1974]

Glad you pointed out who was who at the beginning, hard to tell whos who with those stashs lol

[@flyrobroy]

Just want to cover all my bases, ya know?? 🤣

[@delarosomccay]

I was an AT and it's always cool to see the gear I used to work on :). Every airframe had it's trouble parts. If I recall for C2s we had issues with the radios. The H3s (yes, I'm that old) had issues with a hover alarm. The sonar had issues as well. I worked AIMD, so pretty much when you saw that particular piece of gear you pretty much already knew what the problem was :). A couple of test point measurements to confirm, and it was R&R some part. Most likely a transistor or resistor that gets burnt.

[@papa.mike01]

You are a Rock Star for what you do for your country. Thank you for your service!

[@jamesmagnum]

I love how Navy is cool about posting videos.

[@TheSlugstoppa]

I'd be well annoyed that the ship kept on altering course during my approach - Damned inconsiderate of them - Great Post by the way.

[@jonaslinell]

Can you explain how much you talk to the ship on the radio before / during carrier break / approach?

[@Spike_au]

None I would imagine?

[@VictheSecret]

@@Spike_auEr, no, pretty much the same as any aircraft approaching a busy airport. The controllers on the carrier are very busy keeping aircraft organised both for arrivals and departures.

[@yes_head]

@@Spike_au The pilot will coordinate with the ship as they get into the pattern, but otherwise I believe the only comm on approach is the LSO providing guidance.

[@jon-helgramite2478]

Very little comms ... and sometime EMCON (emissions controlled) silent recoveries. At every point, silence and absence of wave-off lights from the boat means "you know what to do, so keep it coming". On Case I or Case II recoveries (Day VMC below 1000 feet) the crew has been given a "Charlie" time by CATC (ships air traffic control) and maneuvers to be at the fantail on time. If already in holding CATC or Boss will issue a Charlie when he/she is ready for that aircraft to recover (e.g., "401 Charlie"). The crew then maneuvers to expeditiously enter the overhead (break). If entering the break on a straight-in the crews calls "Initial" at 3 miles astern, executes the break, then their ball call at wings level (eg., "401 Intruder Ball 3 point 4 Auto"). __ Side Number -- Aircraft Type -- Ball or Clara (cannot see the ball) -- Fuel in Thousands of Pounds -- Autopilot Mode (if any) If the deck is steady and the pilot has his stuff together the LSO talks very very little. Note that in contrast to the movies, the only time CATC says "Call the Ball" will be during Case III recoveries (Night, or during Day IMC) for example "401 Three quarters of a mile. Call the ball". That signals the conclusion of their approach guidance.

[@DrissDaniel-rn1qc]

Hey Tom Hey Tower You wanna drop by my room after flight ? I got this great red wine! Sure, suite 405? Is a tank top and shorts okay? Heck ya… oh by the way you missed the runway. I knoww

[@patrickbelongea6896]

I was stationed on Nimitz (V3 division) 1990ish. I used to love watch flight opps when I was awake and not working.

[@seattlesteve1588]

Great seeing the carrier from the cockpit, she looks small compared to how large they look tied to the pier. Remember my days as a SWO running plane guard and carrier not letting us know they are making a turn.

[@tomgio1]

I get ticked off when I miss an exit on the highway and have to pull a u-turn. After watching this video, I think I’ll dial down my perspective on what is actually stressful. Great video, commentary, and of course, skill and professionalism!

[@Wannes_]

No stress, just do it the Navy way ! Take the next exit and call it The Break Get back on the highway, going Downwind Go past the exit you were planning to get, you're now Abeam Take the next exit, Turn on Final Get back on the highway, you're in The Groove now Take your exit, and call it The Trap That'll make it an OK 3 (exits) pass ...

[@JoshuaTootell]

Maybe it was being told a million times as a kid that it's okay to just take the next exit is why I have no problems with just doing a go around after an unstable approach.

[@peterh.1289]

Surface warfare officers standing OOD on the bridge main concern in this scenario is maintaining around 30 kts relative wind over the angle. In this case the carrier is making all of the wind by noticing the wake of the carrier. Every course change is passed on to primary and catcc in order to maintain these winds. Former SWO and OOD qualified on TR CVN-71.

[@kaplanmb]

Confirmed. Former CVN69 SWO here. 25 knots, 9deg off the port bow was non-negotiable when conning the ship. We’d make as small turns as possible to chase the wind, but it always had to be dead nuts on. Otherwise, the from A-6 aviator CO would light us up!

[@TheGeorgiaRover]

The wings of gold jab was glorious. 🤘🏻🤣🤘🏻

[@figninevideo]

I was a SWO but never on a carrier. Was on a FFG and occasionally part of a carrier battle group. I never thought the carrier would ever turn during flight ops. We had a helo and the heading was never changed during ops if the helo was in the pattern, unless there was an emergency which caused a foul deck. Carriers did like to turn first (and let us know later) and we had to make sure to get our rear ends back into formation.,..but hey, there was an admiral onboard, who are we to question. :) Nice channel.

[@shoghunuk7428]

Although I’m Army all the way, I am a GA aviator and watching your landings makes me realise how easy we have it. Lining up the approach onto a moving runway makes me sweat just thinking about it. Nice job, though. You make it sound easy but watching makes it anything but. Great videos 👍

[@dawnturner8735]

You have some very interesting content. I really enjoy learning more about how you guys fly, no, I am not a pilot, but I love flying and enjoy watching how careful you guys are.

[@DarthLink1986]

So cool to see a whole nother world that this civilian has never seen thanks to you and everyone that support you and what you do

[@Pakensys]

Thanks for your videos Sir 🫡

[@maxsdad538]

1978, NAS Keflavik, landing our USAF EC-121 Super Constellation (equivalent of the Navy WV-121),when the copilot calls out landing checklist... "flaps set, BMEP set, three down and locked" (landing gear).I (weapons controlled" was standing behind the A/C, just watching the landing, and noticed the gear were still showing red as the A/C called out again " repeat landing checklist". The flight engineer, pilot, and I exchanged glance as the co-pilot once again called gear down, and I expected the A/C to explode with a shout of "PILOTS THROTTLES". Instead, in a staged comment, he turned to the engineer, and said "figure out the landing roll for a "gear-up" landing". In a voice three octaves higher, the co-pilot called gear down as we watched the 3 green lights illuminate, and the shaken aviator brought the 60 ton aircraft down to what ended up being the smoothest landing of my entire Air Force career. I don't know wat the debrief was like, but I'll bet it was a good one.

[@TruckingToPlease]

Great video. Had sea duty UIC orders to The Foo Dogs (VRC-50) in '94. Squadron disolved and got an order mod to The Providers (VRC-30). BUPERS pulled a dodgy and put me back to back shore duty at North island. Great airframe and squadron. Just not the beach det I, as a single sailor, was needing on my second tour. Cut shore duty short and was back in the Seventh Fleet with 18 months at VF-154 on Independence. Only served 49 months on CONUS orders out of 20 years. 8 years on sea duty. USS Independence, Kitty Hawk, Peleliu USNS Niagara Falls, San Jose, Concord Would love to see the PLAT camera angle of the bolter and trap.

[@susanchait8665]

Lots of tension on this one. You are so skilled

[@Ryanboy2020]

Dude my palms were sweating and my heart was racing just watching and listening to this video. How do you keep the nerves in check? Practice? Repetition? Training? Or do you never not get nervous?

[@jaymao3511]

I have forgot to put my hook down before. But that was while playing DCS in a hornet. 😂 I get it. Always do the checklist. As we say in the fire department “if it’s in ink don’t think. Just do it.”

[@Fieldofdreamshaigslea]

There is a lot going on there. Well done

[@billdubya9626]

This channel has officially become next level. Great work!!

[@flyrobroy]

I appreciate that Bill! I’ve defiantly been trying to up the quality of the videos, considering I recorded them all years ago!!

[@EgoFiveFiveSix]

hell i was tensing up just watching

[@ronbelldvm]

I really enjoyed the voiceover explanation. Thanks.

[@dave.lawrence.3894]

You made it, safe and sound... 😊

[@dougdraper4892]

PPL student here. You can always go around 😊

[@karstgeo7290]

Killer videos! My dad flew in the Navy (old-school....E1s...A3s....COD!) so fun to watch/listen compare to his stories. Mustache game with you two is strong and I love the co-pilot is totally calm during the bolter.

[@brunofagulha]

As an aircraft carrier enthusiast and virtual Hornet pilot this is gold for me! thank you for sharing. I learn a lot with your videos! I know the Hornet and Greyhound and different airframes but what is your technique to fly the burble? only if you´re allowed and want to explain, of course. Thank you in advance and be safe. Cheers from Portugal.

[@billybcgn25]

"Hurry up and wait??" In the US Navy???? Surely you jest! (I know, I know: don't call you Surely.) Nothing new; we were always hurrying up and waiting back in the late 70s too. Great vid. Did Paddles ever tell you why you were waved off?

[@eliotwilliams7987]

That turned into quite a flight.

[@esolat]

Love your vids. Thank you for sharing. Wanted to ask, since there is no alternative airport to land at, how frequently do you run into a low fuel issue because of go-arounds?

[@juhaisotupa4255]

Very interesting to see men at work. Thanks for filming and speaking.

[@dubster4173]

man, so much going on so fast. Hats off to you guys.

[@MachoMateoMuchacho]

Both mustaches are on point in this video!

[@richardsnowmaker2159]

wow, it is a great video, thank you for shating

[@DCSHacks]

Best I've seen! Next stop 100K.

[@flyrobroy]

Let’s gooo!!

[@2-old-Forthischet]

More exciting than a video game!

[@TheMathius78]

I white-knuckled this one. Thank you for your service, Rob (I've thanked you before and, well, it probably won't be the last; please don't argue).

[@flyrobroy]

haha, I appreciate you @TheMathius78!!

[@TheMathius78]

@@flyrobroy And I appreciate you, Rob.

[@cameron1975williams]

Looks like a three wire to me. Nice job.

[@dawolf7784]

Great job , thank you both for your service 🐺🐕🐺

[@donaldbosley]

LOVE THE VIDEOS!!!

[@bradleygambino5021]

I really enjoy your calm, intelligent, fun, professional videos. Keep it up!!

[@jeffreyloose2191]

Man... that is some good stuff buddy. I've been following you for a couple years now. Thank you for your service and stay safe.

[@teeh917]

Incredible!! Are your traps rated/graded? You look so confident and self-assured but dang that's gotta be nerve-wracking, Rob. You make it look so easy. Great job. #FlyNavy

[@flyrobroy]

Hi Teresa - yes, every single trap is graded (and bolters too). At the end of deployment, there's a "Top Hook" prize that's given to the best ball flyer from all the different squadrons - all based on months and months of landing grades. Another great question and I appreciate you being here!

[@teeh917]

@flyrobroy I really appreciate all the time and effort you put into your channel for all of us. I sincerely enjoy being here. See you on the next jam. - Tee

[@flyrobroy]

Thank you Tee!

[@yes_head]

Two questions: you mentioned something called a "burble". I assume that's a zone of turbulence just aft of the carrier? Also, why WOULD the carrier be going into a turn when they know planes are coming in to land? I would think they would want to create the most friendly, stable platform for any plane on approach as possible.

[@wayneroyal3137]

Cool video! Always amazing how the recovery process works.

[@grenmastermike]

That's crazy

[@n990]

Congrats on your SAN interview!

[@flyrobroy]

Hey, thanks so much!!

[@mickb474]

Thanks for the video and commentary, it’s good to see/hear how a deck landing unfolds 👍🏻

[@Kappytan]

Wow that was hectic!

[@AN-nt3uv]

Wonderful, thanks for sharing these experiences with the many of us stuck to the ground or at least not landing on a Navy vessel, yep, golden for sure.

[@VictorSantacroce]

This aviator is awesome

[@flyrobroy]

I appreciate that Victor! Make sure you check out some of the other videos on my channel and thanks for subscribing! youtube.com/@flyrobroy

[@RCShadow]

What grade did you get on that bolter and then the good trap? God bless you.

[@JoshuaMaddren-n2k]

Nice gotta be the most adrenaline pumping flying in the skies landing on the boats Good job flight crew 😎

[@EricCoop]

Hey, we SWOs were turning the ship for you! Always chasing the winds so you can land.

[@pslny]

very cool, great narration.

[@georgemathiellis5486]

Thanks for another great video. Very useful for us sim (DCS) pilots trying to learn how to land on our virtual tiny moving runway! Thank god for how solid those landing gears are build...

[@cavok1984]

That was some seriously entertaining stuff! Loved every second

[@AP9575-jd]

Always entertaining.

[@Gitn2it]

And educational.

[@FullSendPrecision]

I sooth myself to sleep by repeating "Meatball, line up, AOA, Meatball, line up, AOA, Meatball, line up, AOA, Meatball, line up, AOA"

[@flyrobroy]

Don’t forget the “ball, ball, BALL!”

[@DrissDaniel-rn1qc]

Epic flying. I feel safer knowing it’s all professionals up there! Thanks for this link. I feel like you are a WAY better person than Tom cruise. He might be whatever but you’re the real deal! Has a fighter pilot ever ridden his motorcycle without a helmet beside a jet that’s taking off in real life? I’d say nope. Motorcycles and jets running around everywhere singing songs in bars… buzzing the tower! Subscribed.

[@11bravocrunchie22]

Love watching your vids. Would love to see any more of the behind the scenes of the job of a C-2 aviator, if the Navy allows it.

[@nashguy207]

Thank you for your service!

[@johnmajane3731]

Great flying and description of what you are doing.

[@timbrandis1151]

Love your show,RR. Stay safe! Greetings from Australia.

[@macedk]

Is there a crossover when the ship can turn and you landing ? I mean if the boat turn when you are on final, that could be a hazard :) Nice to get all you talk during the thing. Helps us sim squids ;)

[@flyrobroy]

If it was really severe, Paddles (the LSO - Landing Signal Officer) would wave us off and have us go around... OUR job is to just fly the ball and fly a good approach.

[@clearancedelivery1291]

loved the gold wing comment... and we forgive you ;-)

[@PlymouthVT]

Love this channel!! Great flying with you today Rob!

[@billlee536]

Rob, you are such an inspiration !!

[@garys5175]

100 percent awesome!!!

[@youngyadie]

Salute and thank you for your. service

[@mpetry912]

good commentary and I could definitely see the wave off lights which is cool. OK ! Thank you !

[@BeechSportBill]

…love stories of your travels to be where you need to be to meet the boat…

[@av7610]

Great video! You have one heck of a job. Be safe!