Jet Pilot Becomes Airline Pilot for a Day...Kinda!

[@yawyobwoc]

Every time I adjust myself in the seat of my pickup truck I find myself saying, 'signature move...feeling better'. 😁

[@GrowlerJams]

Nice.

[@No_ReGretzky99]

Yeah me too cause I drive with no license and was speeding and dodged a cop 🤣 just playing a little bit

[@ShannansShenanigans]

😂

[@npc77107]

Your summons is on the way!​@No_ReGretzky99

[@coreyandrews6322]

I am a former Navy Chief Petty Officer and I grew up in and now live in Grand Junction. I still stop what I’m doing and look up and watch the planes as they transition through the valley and I still never get tired of it! GoNavy!

[@Southboundpachyderm]

You go to Lincoln orchard Mesa elementary by chance? I grew up in GJ, moved when I was like 11 to Fort Collins.

[@paulrun111]

My uncle was master chief petty officer for the coast guard. I'm not familiar with ranks and what not but from what I understand that's a pretty high rank ?

[@Caninedriver]

Sorry, Chief, but as former ARMY aviation, I can't resist: GO ARMY, BEAT navy!! Blessings & stay well👍🏻

[@ShannansShenanigans]

😅 @Caninedriver ! USAF Daughter, former Navy wife and a PROUD US ARMY MOM! Hooooah! I lean more towards Army, since my son is now a Sgt and has worked hard for his promotion. My ex, only made E4 in the Navy and I'm the one who did his workbook for his promotion. Plus he's an EX for a reason! Hey Chief PO, I'd like to buy you a cigar or a nice bottle of bourbon sometime when I go for my monthly (or bimonthly) trip to Junction. Same goes for you Pail! I'd love to buy you a beer at one of the many breweries in JCT or better yet, if you ever make it to Moab, I'll buy you a beer at Moab Brewery!

[@rickysneaks7424]

Who would have imagined that doing something so regular for yourself but so incredible for others. This is incredible.

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks, Courtney!

[@brunofagulha]

Indeed! this is my childhood dream.

[@JLOSTAFF1]

I'm from UK - you know America's biggest aircraft carrier! 🤣I'm glad you're on our side!👍✈

[@KnawedOne]

👌🏽

[@nokoman85]

Another home run! I enjoyed the airline humor. True story, I recently was working on one of my jets, and got to talking with a new hire first officer. He was a former F-18 driver, just left the Navy. He still had the navy spirit, referred to me as a "Maintainer." And, the icing on the cake was, he called me "Sir!" First time an officer called me sir, lol. Didn't get a salute however but still a good chuckle. Fly Navy!

[@GrowlerJams]

Ha!

[@MikeFinch-v6o]

I almost hesitate to use the word "comforting", but the meter and cadence of your narration, coupled with the incredible flight footage, is just that. Thank you, for the descriptions and explanations.

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@theCranesUS]

Soothing. I imagine air to air fight going on and hearing “turn left, a little more, see him off the nose. Vanquished, Fly Navy!” All in the soothing narration.

[@MeganMeola]

@@MikeFinch-v6o His voice has a comforting affect on us I think. He could tell us the worlds coming to an end and we wouldn’t get upset. If that makes any sense.

[@garethdesborough7960]

I love this guy. I’m a straight, British man in my 60’s who has lived in America and hopes she comes through these troubled political times. But guys like this demonstrate just how “great” America always has been.

[@colabottlethief]

@@garethdesborough7960 it’s been how great the forces are in any given country. I did 22 years uk army, I already know this man’s loss when he leaves this job. It’s gonna hurt, and you’ll never get it back 😢 I have no advice

[@stagelatency9055]

The world in which we live is within a realm other than our own which encompasses us. Those who enhabit that density are the controlling forces that literally lord over us. What is happening now worldwide is not a human choice. Our leaders like all leaders from the past on the earth have no choice but to obey as they are energetic and spiritual by their nature. They are the authors of all holy texts. What we have now is the hand God closing out our epoch.

[@msr1116]

Joe Cocker and his wife had been living in Crawford, Colorado, not far from Grand Junction, at the time of his passing.

[@MeganMeola]

@@garethdesborough7960 I totally agree!

[@BMcD79959]

Just hate to hear you’re leaving the NAVY. You are a valuable asset, always respected and appreciated!

[@geraldwinburn9288]

I pray that you will have a great career with one of the major airlines and that I will be honored to have you as my pilot one day.Thank you for your service to our country.We will miss your videos as they are the highlight of my day.

[@MeganMeola]

@@geraldwinburn9288 Is he really leaving The Navy ? He can’t! The Navy needs him and we do too and our country does most importantly! My Sunday morning was just spoiled! Ugh!!

[@jedibusiness789]

And frankly we’re the best. No truer words spoken.

[@tedsmith3061]

Pail illustrates why America has the best pilots. No doubt.

[@johnconover52]

You got the voice for it. Those signature moves are all fly navy.

[@GrowlerJams]

😎

[@njjeff201]

Thank you Sir for what you do. Bless our Vets 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tonyarcher8530]

Love your voiceovers, really informative. You are a credit to your country and profession. God bless you.

[@teeh917]

Such a cool cat, Pail.😎 Humor ✔️ Signature move ✔️ Voice over ✔️ Slight jet sound in the background ✔️ Love it. Fly Navy 💫 🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻 🙏🏻🇺🇲🙏🏻

[@matrixmerlin]

Growler...I am absolutely honored to say you represent the best of the USA..!!! I wish you all the best the world has to offer. You make your parents and the rest of us sooooo proud. Love your videos..!!!

[@MeganMeola]

@@matrixmerlin you can say that again!

[@jimsharer1167]

I'm Navy born at Whidbey, myself. Dad was a 20 year man. Naval aviation IS the best!

[@MeganMeola]

@@jimsharer1167 You have to be top drawer for The Navy to spend mucho money to train you and give you the Security clearance they get. They have to pass loads of psychological evaluations. Yes The Navy is the absolute best.

[@MeganMeola]

@@jimsharer1167 I know you know that . Not meaning to sound like a know it all.

[@ThankYou-bn6bp]

Whether as the skipper of your own carrier, or an airline pilot, your future is enviably bright for sure! You were not joking about the sense of humor. Loved it as always!

[@nuvostef]

I live in GJ and can always tell when Hornets fly in or out; the Hornet has a very distinctive sound. It’s always good to see and hear miljets visit! 🤙🏼

[@mallinois4978]

"DOC" flew right over my house yesterday. A fully restored B-29 on downwind ...l know that ww2 sound ..nothing else sounds like that

[@nuvostef]

@@mallinois4978 Oooh! You’re right, NOTHING sounds as beautiful as a big recip - and 4 are even better. I was born with the sound of six big recips on B-36s shaking the ground. I’ve loved those things ever since. 😊🤙🏼

[@Nekirium]

I live near Lincoln Park myself, and I can always tell when the military is making yet another visit to town.

[@nuvostef]

@@Nekirium 😊🤙🏼

[@traceydeakin6055]

The in-flight catering was fantastic. Best: Enjoy the journey...🌠

[@mouselt1]

I appreciate your professionalism and your ability, both physical and mental. I envy you and your ability to fly those jets!

[@bryantmoravek4491]

What, no inverted flight? No midair refueling? No rolling deck? No meatball? No Ace wire? No rapid deceleration? No disarming of weapons? You'll be bored out of your mind...

[@agapeeternal]

Okay, when you said you were bringing humor I didn't expect this level. This was amazing 😂 🧡

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks, Mari.

[@47colton]

Ok..one more. Our flight demo team is going to perform at the Grand Junction airshow. (Featuring the Thunderbirds). Its Friday practice day and the Canadian Super Hornet demo team as well as the USN Super Hornet are scheduled to perform on Saturday. After practice ( the USN team had not arrived yet) the commander of the Canadian team was the featured speaker at the performers cook out dinner on the ramp. When it was his turn to speak, he got about 5 words out when the USN 2 ship came roaring into the overhead, pitched out and made about 4 or 5 low approaches. The speaker just gave up and said.."Ladies and Gentlemen, your United States Navy" The timing was too perfect to be a coincidence..

[@Murph_gaming]

The Canadians fly the CF-18 which is a version of the Legacy Hornet.

[@eyema_pierat8993]

Gotta admit I have bugger all interest in Grand Junction, BUT listening to those dulcet tones of PAIL made the place seem awesome. LOVED IT!!!

[@griffinsmith3760]

Growler is the voice of Mister Rogers for Naval aviation..I feel like every time I watch I’m waiting for him to sing it’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood..

[@Sanctified_Leather]

🤣😂👍

[@billmaryschrouder2834]

Mr Rodger’s ?????? Get real.

[@krskadave]

Mister Rodgers was an Army Sniper wasnt he?. "Hey friend, just one more step out from behind that truck, there you go..."

[@ShannansShenanigans]

He has a WAY SEXIER voice than Mr. Roger's or Bob Ross y'all! I be all up by the cockpit wanting to see THIS sexy pilot! 😂😅

[@dirtcurt1]

You forgot to mention that Grand Junction has some awesome dirt biking right under your approach around the airport. Plus, proximity to Moab is awesome.

[@ShannansShenanigans]

Moab ROCKS! Mentally and physically!! ❤ 😊 Gotta love the positive vibes from the iron in the red rock! ❤

[@kotovsk66]

Greetings from Crimea UA! Thanks a lot for your help and support! USA❤

[@bmwman63]

You're going to have to talk to Boing about installing a Signature Move bar in your 737. Thanks for the video sir.

[@GrowlerJams]

😂

[@MTB_FANATIC99]

Idk if he flies Boeing, I ain't going lmao😂😂😂 just playing I like.bitj Boeing and airbus

[@bmwman63]

@@MTB_FANATIC99 Can a parachute be a personal item?

[@MisterMasterShake]

You have such a calm voice and positive tone in all of your videos! I would imagine you'd be a terrific flight instructor! Thanks for taking us along on your flights! Best wishes for continued success and thank you for your service!

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@SlowrideSteve]

My daughter is obsessed with becoming a a fixed wing naval aviator. Maybe talk about your career path someday? I'm a medically retired Marine ground pounder and my father was an F-15C pilot but neither of us have useful Navy advice for her

[@scootyjohnson2392]

My last flight on Southwest was half an hour late. As I boarded the plane I asked the pilot if he would use afterburners to make up the time. We both smiled....

[@GrowlerJams]

😂

[@mikel1062]

Have a great weekend pail. Thanks for the videos. In a future video it would be cool to give your EWO some love or something from their perspective

[@charlesphillips8635]

I’m English and was in Grand Junction last year and thought it odd they have an A6 and F11 gate guardians at a place about as far from the ocean as you can get. Thanks for this, brought back memories.

[@draw1951]

“Piano keys”. I learn so much from your videos even if I can’t apply more than ‘signature move’ in my daily life. Keep it coming.

[@ThankYou-bn6bp]

Due to my very intense work schedule, for the first time in a long time, I get to sleep until late morning on a Saturday morning, and a new jam video is the first thing I woke up to. What a wonderful way to start the weekend!

[@kevinw8593]

Good stuff. Grand Junction is a cool spot, stopped there for a few hours on a road trip and wish I could have stayed longer. And as always, immaculate Bob Ross vibes.

[@simonhawkes7684]

I really enjoy your thoroughly professional aircraft handling skills & your commentary 🫡

[@mikestanzel1192]

Hilarious, I’m always waiting for the signature move now.

[@mikeoreilly4020]

Oh yeah, you're ready. Speaking as a long ago retired check airman whose duties included transitioning newly hired pilots into learning the aircraft that we flew, some of the toughest instruction was trying to introduce the concept of flaring before touchdown to ex-carrier pilots. LOL.

[@jefferyhubbard3532]

FLY NAVY !!!!!😀😀😀

[@Sweetteawillie]

Love it. From a former structural mechanic and A-6/EA-6 specialist and plane captain... 6/75 - 6/79. Fly Navy!

[@GrowlerJams]

Thank you for your service.

[@peteschiavoni]

😂😂 Awesome intro!! I was cracking up!! Really loved this Jam. Watched it a few times already! I was waiting for drag chute deployment. Lol. I’m old school. Pail I hope Tee sent you my pics of other things drag chutes are good for. Thank you for awesome commentary and sharing the Jam!! Fly Navy!!

[@GrowlerJams]

Fly Navy! Saw the pictures. Love the shenanigans. Cheers!

[@peteschiavoni]

@@GrowlerJams Yeah you get a few Marines together with a Typhoon. A drag chute, a pre-oil cart and free time it can only be a bad combination. Just ask the Air Force!!!!

[@michaelannichiarico4934]

PAIL, my brother in Christ, you are simply the best. It was a beautiful video and absolutely entertaining. First class. Professional. It won’t ever put me to sleep but it makes me relax and appreciate the quality of the best pilots in the world are in the US military. I will have to figure out how to get you a bottle of scotch instead of a beer. Any particular brand? Love you my brother. Take care and Happy Easter.

[@GrowlerJams]

I like Johnny Walker. Happy Easter!

[@stevewilkinson8286]

Dude!! You’re the best.

[@SomeTenth]

Was there for the first time last month, watching Blue Angels perform. Brings back great memories!

[@greaper1878]

Awesome video...I play DCS World and fly the F18. Your videos help me to try to be as realistic as possible. Although I am sure nothing beats real life, but for those of us who will probably never get to fly a F18 in real life, flight sims give us a taste. A little jealous not going to lie 😃. Best of luck to you.

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks!

[@Ryedady]

Yeah I fly f18 on Sim too, it's awesome that he talks thru the maneuvers, I actually live in junction and practice landing at this airport ALL THE TIME, so it was awesome to see him do it and give a verbal walk thru to boot, super cool!!

[@davidm6256]

I was anticipating your new video this morning, I am amazed that you give a history lesson on most of your videos and that is very much enjoyed and I never new anything about Grand Junction, I think that what makes your videos stand out above the rest, plus the way you explain what your doing and what is going on in your aircraft and around you! Thanks again for your service and always Fly Navy!!!!

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks, David.

[@mjproebstle]

FLY NAVY TODAY!!

[@steve_neuser]

Brother Pail...THANKS for your AMAZING videos and perspective(s)! Having had the privilege of flying the Mighty F-15C Eagle for over 17 years, retired in 2011 (ugh!), I can only say that I hope you understand, EVERY SORTIE, the rare opportunity it is to fly Americas PREMIER aircraft. Bravo Zulu and Sierra Hotel from a very humble Aviator - callsign "Spam"

[@uncbadguy]

Thanks for the ride, Commander! 😆👍

[@MeganMeola]

I was a commercial flight attendant for 25 years. I’d be your flight attendant any day of the week! Why you ask? Because I know without a doubt you would get us there safely and that is all that matters! And if we did have an emergency you’d handle it! I told a pilot friend one day after I had been on a plane back in 1995 in Atlanta where our left engine blew up as we rolled down the runway “ it’s different for you because you fly with yourself all the time. I don’t get to choose who is up front!” He laughed but told me I did have a point! Anyway, we evacuated and nobody died except for the fa in the back had 3rd degree burns. Stay safe and thanks for your videos and your service to the great USA! Go Navy!!

[@rickj1983]

As always, excellent job! I love watching these full screen. Always wanted to be a pilot as a kid.

[@jamesschneider3108]

Congratulations on the promotion to LCDR! Brilliant video narration with a salute to the Airlines.

[@lawrencequave7361]

Marine pilot here (of 50 years ago) who never flew jets. Been flying FSX for years now. A few years back taught myself to fly the VRS F/A-18E 'Superbug'. Learned to carqual using NATOPS. Have learned how to use all the various weapons systems. I study all your videos for details I may have missed (not many). Nothing like doing it for real, though. Hope you're not getting too much grief from the brass for making yourself a movie star. Payback: this is a great recruiting tool. I would've LOVED to have videos like this to watch when I was a kid. Keep 'em coming.

[@ToeKnee75]

Thanks for the humor! I appreciate it more when former military aviators fly the craft that I ride.

[@johnsapienza4912]

LOVE IT!! I got to take a flight of UH-60s into Cheyenne Wyoming for refuel when I was a Captain and loved flying into my home.

[@RV4aviator]

Fly Navy..We have been doing this since 1911... Love it...!!! Signature move... Hope you are strapped and bolted in tight enough to that Ejection seat mate...! If you do transition to Airline Pilot, your passengers are going to be safe . Cheers...!

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@JohnnyPaco-cc2tx]

Happy Veteran’s Day Pail. Happy Veteran’s Day to all the Vets. Thank you.

[@GrowlerJams]

Much appreciated

[@sapper82]

Back in the '70s, here in the UK, we used to have car stickers coloured dark blue, brown and light blue with the phrases "Fly Navy", "Sail Army" and "Walk Sideways" on the relevant coloured patch! The RAF is referred to as Crab Air by the other British services.

[@neilmiller1667]

I've flown into GJT and to runway 11 many times over the last 25 years as an airline pilot. I've always loved military aviation and have seen F18s many times at GJT. So this was a great video to see! Thank you for your service and for sharing this.

[@sweb4614]

Thanks Pail. Got my vote for the best channel on the Tube.

[@Ryedady]

Awesome, I live in junction. U guys fly right over my house almost daily, love it. Thank u for the information on our town.

[@scott.c9587]

Great video Man. I was in the Marine Corps in the 90s. I was a combat engineer. I did some time on an expeditionary airfield in North Carolina. I had the honor to stand at the arresting pit to watch F-18s and EA6Bs trap. Great respect to all Marine and Navy pilots. Also I worked it the Navy in an F-14 crash investigation out of Oceana. Much respect and love you Navy Pilots great guys. Thank you

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@VictorHugo-sf1dh]

People said that "Too good to be true" and finally is true with the voice of a legendary commercial airline advertising. 😊🎉💯💥

[@GrowlerJams]

Love it!

[@danielcrabtree2869]

I live just off the approach of Runway 29 in GJT. What a great job of describing the area I grew up in. Love you guys as you turn to 150 deg after takeoff. Right over my patio! Love it! 😊

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@robertnixon3816]

Great humor! Its really good to hear your explaination of your moves to get into final approach and land. Two entirely different situations from that long runway to a carrier landing! Thank you for taking us along and fly Navy (airlines)!

[@speharjason]

I live in Grand Junction! Love to see it from the eyes of the Navy!

[@johningram9081]

Always great when you're in the cockpit.

[@richardclark6753]

Loved this one Pail. Beautiful scenery all around and a silky smooth landing. Greetings from the UK. Fly Navy👍

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@memmu291]

Yes, you're ready ✈️ But we'd also love to see many, many more new, awesome vids from you 💖💖 There's no other channel like yours 💪💪💪 Not even close. Love it 💙🤍❤ Thank you for all your currents vids and for all the time and effort you've put in with them 🍺❤

[@GrowlerJams]

Thank you so much!!

[@weremodel]

Nice. Great narration, a thousand things going on at once and you trapped the three wire. Dad WWII, late brother Vietnam, younger brother both gulf conflicts. Navy, Navy, Navy.

[@GrowlerJams]

Amen.

[@anthonymiller3392]

Great videos. This was perfect for me. I was VP-40’s flight surgeon from ‘97-‘99 at Whidbey, and I finished my medical career at the Grand Junction VA Med Center. Used to love hearing you guys fly around the Grand Valley! Go Navy!

[@wayneeverett8357]

In all of my Navy flying, I never had a Captain as Nice as you ! LOL ! AMEAN 1973

[@paulprigge1209]

Thank you

[@Z06GT1]

You make it look so easy!

[@TheFamilyWoodworker]

Wish we had signature move handles for long drives on bumpy roads. I appreciate the need for an occasional butt adjustment myself. Dig your videos and appreciate all you and your fellow servicemen and women do for us. Stay frosty!

[@laurenleclaire9512]

That is awesome. I worked on the F-14s back in the late 80s early 90s

[@GrowlerJams]

TYFYS.

[@johnhutsko7062]

Thanks!

[@GrowlerJams]

Thank you!!!

[@deanbalouris330]

Hand salute, Sir! That was one smooth landing! Go NAVY!!!

[@MichaelWohlstein]

So cool!! ✌️ My daughter will do a highschool year as an exchange student in the Denver area starting in August 🇺🇸🤝🇩🇪 Thx for this preview of Western Colorado - great channel 👍👍

[@johnkeller441]

As a former EMS BH-412 Pilot at KGJT/ST MARY'S, that area has a lot to offer. Palisade Peaches in season are mouth watering, juicy, delicious. Further west, Green River melons are some of the best in the country. The FBO used to transfer over 100,000 gallons of military contract fuel each month to the cross-country fliers. Montrose (KMTJ), a little further away is also a good op stop. Really enjoy the videos, but will understand your jump to bus driver if the offer is made. Good luck!

[@drdbailey]

I'm 74 years old. When I grow up I want to be a Navy pilot just like you! Practicing now my "signature move"🛩

[@GrowlerJams]

😂

[@grayvidz238]

Great Navy landing! Thanks for your service sir 🤙

[@TeemarkConvair]

fascinating example of irrigation in a desert, dirt left, grass and civilization right.

[@AnthonyBouldin-n5w]

Grand Junction native! Love watching the F18’s train there!

[@andrewbroadfoot6195]

GJT is a good alternative for DEN. Always have good luck there for a quick gas and go

[@bigpopstr]

“Signature Move” cracks Me up every time and I just know You have a grin on Your face every time You do it. Keep up the great work You do for all Brother!

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@jollyrogererVF84]

I loved the humour👍 Nice to see you don't have to take yourself too seriously but still doing a great job

[@KG-xf9ew]

Man these are really cool, informative and interesting videos. They don't come off like you're yelling "GET SOME!" off camera every 5 seconds if you know what I mean. Keep it up brother.

[@GrowlerJams]

Cheers!

[@martyfischer9474]

Great trip !! Thanks, Pail and the U S Navy !! Love it!

[@P51]

Dood. LOVE the channel. CAVU=Ceiling and visibility unlimited. You're now free to move about the Internets!

[@datainmotion]

See 18s frequently here in CO - BKF and GJT. Its great seeing the same areas from the cockpit - thanks!

[@ArizonaAirspace]

As a former airline pilot, I give you a grade of A+.

[@GrowlerJams]

Thanks!

[@clarissawebb7652]

Love seeing my hometown on this! 🤘🏻

[@dankuettel5063]

I sure miss my 21 yrs of FBO work and getting to be up close and personal with these jets and others. Sweet vid man!

[@donbob449]

Excellent flight! Complementary up grade to first class, a window seat, peanuts and a soft drink. 👍🥜🥜🥜🥤Fly Navy✈

[@Vanessa-jm6hm]

Another awesome jam..and that signature move you know we love it! Oh Yeah..

[@matthewmcgee]

CAVU = Ceiling And Visibility Unlimited. I enjoy the videos. Fly Navy!

[@GrowlerJams]

🤷🏻‍♂️

[@FortunateJuice]

I currently live in Denver, and I haven't had the pleasure of going up and over the mountain toward Grand Junction, but I hear it's beautiful out there.

[@GrowlerJams]

Sure is.