My Biggest Mistake!

[@pilot-debrief]

I've been sick this week, so thanks for your patience and support and I hope you enjoy this video sharing my background and the mistakes that I've made.

[@simpinainteasyRHEC]

Hope you get to feeling better soon! No worries, Just stay healthy

[@CaptainRonAhoy]

You can still start a journal, plenty of memories to come.

[@clhoyt1003]

I had probably that same chest gunk a month ago. I'm STILL trying to fully get rid of it. Love your vids as a life-long flight/plane fanatic. Get well soon!

[@FilosophicalPharmer]

Sick? Aww, man! It’s good you’re carrier qualified then! You can squat OR stand! 😂 Get well soon.👍🏼

[@Sajuuk]

Nice to see a video revealing things about yourself. I stumbled across your videos due to my interests in aviation and enjoy watching them.

[@MC-ey8kw]

Who here is not a pilot, not training to be a pilot, pilot is not on the radar, but still watches the vids? 😊

[@nowayout73]

Me

[@conniefrank6895]

Me!

[@plaidpaisley5918]

I'm just a curious person who likes to learn something from others' mistakes. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@thediannev]

Me

[@mikewalsh878]

Me, I just stumbled upon and got sucked in.

[@Day1Fitness]

The difference between your channel and other channels that make this style of content is you’re not Monday morning quarterbacking the aviation mishap. It’s the words you use and how you are respectful to the family and friends of the deceased. It’s a fine line that you navigate with grace and professionalism.

[@pilot-debrief]

Thanks for your kind words. I greatly appreciate it!

[@Day1Fitness]

@@pilot-debrief I send your videos to my 15 daughter who is working toward her private license. I feel it has been helpful.

[@ccswede]

I am aware of most of what you talked about your history. You have revealed information piece by piece in various videos. Enjoy your work.

[@gabbyprod]

My 15 year old son is also working towards his PPL, and I send these to him, as well. Very informative, and respectful. Kids at 15 don't get the finality of one mistake, or the worth of learning from others' mistakes.@@Day1Fitness

[@xxmrrickxx]

Totally agree!

[@ChrisMochinskiMusic]

The fact that you don’t beg for subscribers, “smashing” of the like button, or abuse the term “guys” makes this the best dang channel. Thank you.

[@jeffreymelton2200]

I agree 100%. Every creator here on this platform is so formulaic nowadays. They, like you said, abuse the term "guys" begs for the subs, and allot of them have, like a 3-sentence jingle, rhyme, or catchphrase. there's nothing inherently wrong with that, on paper at least. In practice, it becomes mind numbing and cringy.

[@t34bravo]

Dude, I had no idea you went to USAFA. I'm a professor there and last semester in my CS-110 classes, I showed a few of your videos on 'War Story Friday'. All my cadets wanted to know who you were and all I could tell them was you were a 15E / 18 guy named Hoover. The fact that you also paid your debt to society wandering the halls of Fairchild is freaking awesome and it's going to add a whole new dimension when we have War Story Fridays next semester! Keep up the good work. The Cadets LOVE your videos. Likely because the alternative is having me drone on about Computer Science for 53 min. Love your channel. Keep it up brother.

[@davidivers6261]

I always chuckle a little when an ex-military pilot says "I was lucky enough to be chosen to fly..." and then names something like an F-15. You don't get selected to fly those by luck, you get selected because you're GOOD. Appreciate the modesty, but if you didn't have the qualities necessary (not just the stick-and-rudder skills, all the other attributes needed, mental approach, dedication, etc) you would never have been "lucky" enough. Probably the same qualities that make this channel so watchable, and valuable

[@gingerhiser7312]

"Luck" = "opportunity". There are many people who could have been just as qualified but were NEVER given the opportunity to show that and were denied that opportunity based on characteristics that have nothing to do with the needed skill set.

[@SuburbanDon]

I like his humble attitude.

[@josephgiri2398]

@@gingerhiser7312 Preparation + Luck = Opportunity

[@landahoy5217]

The harder you work the luckier you get.

[@Heathcoatman]

I also appreciated that he said he went to Miramar instead of saying 'Top Gun'

[@RogerFollebout]

I’m not a pilot, will never be one. That speaks volumes to your ability to bring just everyday people into these aviation stories. I absolutely enjoy everything you do and appreciate learning more about your craft and career.

[@dw2367]

Great comment, me too. The whole aviation world is just fascinating, and Hoover does a great job informing and entertaining us lay folk.

[@agrobots]

Agreed! I don’t understand what we’re talking about half the time, but Hoover still makes it interesting

[@Kingaircj]

Hoover I love your format. Clean, cut, basic, direct, & informational. No fluff, no graphics, no random guitar solos just an aviation debrief. Keep up the good work.

[@andrewpowers7034]

Amen in the guitar playing. I quit watching that guy because if it.

[@edsullivan1710]

@@andrewpowers7034 Guitar Guy is back in the news in the last few weeks!

[@Brandan_Stuart]

I absolutely agree.

[@MohsniLegend]

Who is the guitar solo person please?

[@Jonsoar]

@@MohsniLegend Perhaps Edward van Halen😅

[@MarcusFuchsDD]

Frankly, you don't need an intro! The quality of your videos in terms of expertise, thoroughness and respect made me trust in you without hesitation.

[@jet5508]

I hardly ever comment. I feel compelled to say thank you for all you do. I am a pilot for over 40 years. The past 20 for a large cooperation and the safety officer for the past 13 years. Your debriefs are spot on and I use many of your phrases and videos for safety meetings and as I am still flight instructor in light aircraft. As my cockpit time might be coming to a close it opens another door to pass along knowledge, experience, good and bad habits with simulator / ground instruction. Keep up the good pilot debriefs. Reach out if there is anything I can add to your content. Thank you

[@pilot-debrief]

Thanks, I greatly appreciate it!

[@brianmacpherson4913]

wow thank you for sharing that. 40 years is some serious time. I hope you have a good retirement and maybe a Cessna?

[@scottlewisparsons9551]

Great comment! Enjoy the rest of your career. All the best from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

[@GeneBrotherton-z6q]

Hello Hoover, Cowboy here (Navy fighter pilot callsign). F8 Crusader in Vietnam, one of first F-14 instructors, retired from UAL at 60, FAA Aviation Safety Inspector for 5+ years. Obviously an old guy. Just wanted to say how well presented and professional your vids are. I'm sure many in the aviation community appreciate your work. Keep it up. And yeah, I'll even just look past the fact of your being an Air Force puke and an Academy grad at that. LOL. Again, well done. Gene Brotherton

[@andrew_koala2974]

Were you paying attention to what was written on the aircraft ? was it NAVY or Navy Do you even know the difference ? If so then explain it. Make sure you get things right. It's not that difficult

[@marklorna7513]

Hi, from the UK, just a PPL holder but love your vids, , always had a keen interest in crash investigation reports over here, obviously the Uk CAA & AAIB deal with any aircraft incidents, do you or will you do any debriefs on UK accidents. Regards Mark from Wales UK 🇬🇧

[@TankZappa]

@@andrew_koala2974 L

[@EdSilveiraJr]

Hoover, I just want to say thank you for taking the time out for introducing yourself and giving us your supporters some background information. Interestingly enough I would’ve suspected that your career had was full of a lot of experience, and I was waiting for a time that you would share that with us. so thank you as ex-term elected public servant, it felt much easier to talk about or just do things and get them done then to talk about them and propagate about our own successes because after all, that’s what we were elected to do right? That was our job! Anyway, you’re a pleasure to watch! Your professionalism and obviously experiences can help many, and I believe that you do through your channel and I believe that’s what your goal is, to try to save lives! by sharing what you have learned over all of your years, I’ve experience and expertise! So Thank you! I actually wanted to fly for the Air Force, out of high school, and I took the test and the recruiters want anybody they can get….. but I don’t mean it like that- but I specifically said that I wanted to fly, and fortunately I had a recruiter, who was very honest about the steps to do that, and how long that process could take. First and foremost going through OTS, and then well lots of hurdles, so I’ve got great respect for the men and women who are responsible for flying these state of the art machines and protecting our freedoms! I think, now that we have seen the second (Russia, or China?) most powerful military’s in the world, it only emphasizes the true depth of quality standards and the remarkable Men & Woman operating this incredible machinery! Thank you for your years of service, thank you for your service and for help educating folks with your channel. Where you go through unfortunately tragic situations, and the hope that there are people that are listening to you and learning so that accident may reduced because of you sharing this information with other pilots! So THANK YOU! I’ve always enjoyed watching your no nonsense, get right into it, and I always learn something from your videos! I hope to start taking some private lessons, at some point in the near future. But again, thank you for the public service information that you are sharing! Ed From Newport Rhode Island

[@miguelsuarez738]

@@andrew_koala2974 dude you need to chill

[@susanmoore7229]

Your debriefings are clear, concise and kind. Most of the jargon goes over my head because I’m just a passenger. I still enjoy it. Thank you

[@BaldurtheImpious]

I'm not even a pilot. I know absolutely nothing about aviation but your channel is extremely enlightening, also calling out your own mistakes is very telling of your character, thanks for the debreifs! ❤

[@johnb6690]

It hasn’t gone unnoticed the care you take in not disrespecting the memory of those killed in aviation accidents. Kudos!

[@RichardS-qh8mi]

Your professionalism is so refreshing in a world of mediocrity and lowest common denominators too often. Thank you.

[@clickster1883]

For what it’s worth, Hoover, the message about that instructor you intended to relay in the original video is exactly what I took away from it: He was a good person on the ground, but also one prone to taking unnecessary (and unauthorized) risks in the air, which is ultimately what lead to that tragic accident. You’re doing everything right, and we’re all better off for it. Keep up the good work.

[@galaxyhunter309]

As a retired private pilot I very much appreciate your channel, the effort you put in to each debrief, and especially your desire to raise the level of professionalism of all pilots. Well done. Indeed you, along with others like Blancario, and MentourPilot I feel much safer as a passenger. You, along with these channels are a credit to the profession

[@pilot-debrief]

Thank you very much!

[@shazam6274]

Blancolirio has become an insufferable jerk. Rushing his assessment videos to be "first", full of errors and assumptions, never correcting or apologizing for his gross mistakes. He has become a KZbin whore, feeding the "Algorithm" ever seeking more eyeballs and fame. He needs to watch this video to learn how it should be done. I stopped watching his BS almost a year ago.

[@zoutezoen]

Funny, I watch these 3 channels as well. I really believe that quality always comes out on top

[@shazam6274]

Insulting to compare this channel to Blanco, who has turned into a click baiting, "first to post", error ridden, never correcting, never apologizing YT influence chaser.

[@galaxyhunter309]

@@shazam6274 you do you.

[@natehesse5306]

Hoover, your content is gold. I’m a GA pilot with less than 200 hours. I have no aspirations to become a professional pilot, but I have every aspiration to become the safest pilot I can possibly be. Your debriefs inspire me to not succumb to complacency, not take anything for granted. Thank you for your content, and please keep it up! Us GA guys really appreciate your perspective.

[@commerce-usa]

One of the most difficult things to do is honest self appraisal. Even harder is to admit one's failings publicly. Respect.

[@donaldwilson5693]

As a retired pilot, even though you never said so, I could tell from your videos that you were a professional pilot.

[@jeffshannon3627]

As a normal person I could tell

[@tedbkd1]

Fer sher

[@outlawjoseywales6159]

I am not a pilot nor do I have any aviation experience other than flying commercial as a passenger. I find your channel very interesting and your debriefs incredibly professional and well done. It is no surprise you are a former fighter pilot! Men like yourself are a huge asset to the Air Force and God bless you for your service. If I could hand pick a pilot for a flight it would be you and I think most on this channel would agree.

[@StudioRV8]

I’ve been a pilot for nearly 40 years. My son is now flying in the Marine Corps. That was my dream. I tried, but it didn’t work out. I appreciate your service to our country, your humility and your debriefs. You didn’t have provide your credentials - the quality of your videos speak volumes. Keep up the great work that helps us all be better pilots.

[@davidyoder562]

While I enjoyed your "belated" introduction and hearing your background, I have to disagree that it was a "mistake" not to have done this earlier. I think your on-camera presence and thorough explanations of your subject matter convey your wealth of personal knowledge and experience in aviation safety. I subscribed to your channel because you clearly know what you're talking about and have a passion for flying and aviation safety. I love your channel, and I'm a very picky person when it comes to who I subscribe to. Definitely don't regret that decision!

[@clickster1883]

Concur 100%

[@hotrodray6802]

DITTO. CP rated 54 yrs

[@GrimaceCX]

Damn, this comment is close to exactly what I was about to say so will hold off. Suffice it to say that at 53, I am somewhat picky about who I spend time watching on KZbin. I bumped into one of your videos some time back and subscribed immediately - I think it may be the only time I have ever done that because I am a picky bugger. Thanks for all the effort you go to, and for doing it so well.

[@PARRIS2020]

Hoover... please know your vids are HUGELY valuable. I have met several private pilots who think flying is like driving a car, (Just master keeping in your lane, apply gas and break, and look both ways before changing lanes, A two Demensional experience and no need to understand is physical dynamics) Most crashed! I have learned, as a non-pilot , and asking lots of question, watching videos, Flying is three dimensional experience and a multiple physical and dynamic experiences,, Very complex and requires lots of hours to understand the interplay of weather, flight dynamics, altitude winds, flying blind , amount of experience, willingness to know you "don't know "and ask for help..etc etc., with a lack of knowledge .... and a lack of experience of any of them will kill you!

[@georgebach9530]

Love your honesty, professionalism, and integrity bro ! The world and, America especially, needs more people just like you !

[@pilot-debrief]

I greatly appreciate that!

[@46miles]

Amen!

[@Luv2flyMD]

Great video! I am a former Private Pilot and owned a 1977 Cessna Cardinal 177B. I remember a time when I had scheduled a cross-country flight (100 miles one-way) with another pilot friend. As I was about to request clearance to taxi, I checked the weather and strong cross wind developed with gusts over 17 knots for the rest of the day. I cancelled the flight and my friend was furious about my decision. I told him “I know my limitations and did not feel comfortable with the wind conditions.” He insisted I continue with the flight, but I headed back to the hanger instead. As PIC, I made the decisions for this flight and was not going to be influenced by someone else. Sometimes, you have to make tough decisions people might not approve.

[@youtopia2000]

Well done. When I was a young student pilot, I had an instructor who was an ex-military pilot. On my first solo cross country, I checked the weather and didn't feel good about it, so I told him I wasn't going to fly that day. For some reason, he convinced me to fly anyway. Ended up with a bent prop due to micro-burst on touchdown. There was another instructor there from the base that told me he knew exactly what happened to me, because he experienced the wind shear also. Anyhow, the flight begins before you ever take off. The decisions on the ground are very important. You did the right thing.

[@rael5469]

I used to taxi airliners in my job and one day we were delayed getting to a runway because a coyote had sat down on the taxiway in front of us. He finally left the taxiway and as we made our way to the runway to cross it, I could see a 727 on short final. I told my partner to tell the tower we were going to hold. My partner said no, no...just go. Go man, go. So I let myself be pressured and we crossed the runway....and as we turned off the very short ramp to the taxiway the landing jet whooshed by behind us on the runway. The hair stood up on the back of my neck and I swore ....like Scarlet O'Hara.....as God is my witness I will never let myself be pressured into doing something unsafe ever again.

[@Luv2flyMD]

@@rael5469 Wow! Close call! A learning experience you will never forget!

[@peterfrazer1943]

I live in the UK am 81 years old and I love watching your videos. The way you dissect every mishap and put it into a way we can understand is admirable. Plus you care about the feelings of the Families remaining. I echo you in wishing I had kept a journal of my time in the Military. I was a former Royal Marine, who did various time in situations in the Far East and Middle east. I hardly ever took photographs despite living in the Jungle of Borneo with the most interesting of Peoples and when I look back now, its as though it was someone else!! Keep your vlogs coming and good health and best wishes to you and your Family.

[@3BK235Y]

All the best to you, Mr. Frazer, sir. I hope you are well.

[@Erin-jt9di]

I couldn't have expressed it better❤

[@JLOSTAFF1]

Hoover, don’t overthink things you do for YT. Life is not a rehearsal. Your videos are cracking! Ignore the haters. All it takes for evil to prevail is that good men do nothing! I look forward to more of your debriefings. Kind regards, Jon from 🇬🇧

[@Capecodham]

YT?

[@JLOSTAFF1]

@@Capecodham YT = KZbin

[@Capecodham]

@@JLOSTAFF1 What did you do with the time you saved not typing ou ube?

[@JLOSTAFF1]

@@Capecodham Got to communicate with you for the first time! 👍😉

[@tomclark1025]

As a fellow 20,000+ hour airline brother, don’t change a thing. You are factual, smart, and you keep emotion at bay. Thank you for not being another DG.

[@scottcol23]

Dan is a nutjob. Lol. I love This channel and Juan Browne.

[@blastofo]

Who's DG and what's the problem with them?

[@dusty_five_2]

Dirty Girl Directional Gyro Dangerous Goods Director General ...you know them pilots and their acronyms kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJm0f6uHoJt5b9Ufeature=shared

[@jamesordwayultralightpilot]

There's nothing wrong with Dan. He's full of brass tax info. If you remember his words in a time where shit hits the fan, or the fan stops spinning, you'll be alive to tell the story. I don't understand why that's a bad quality of a man, but you need to recognize good influences when you see them in aviation.

[@quantumpotential7639]

I'm a land lubber and watch these debriefs so i can be a much safer driver. I now perform a detailed check list before and after every trip to the store and debrief myself every time after pulling into the driveway. I think it'll really help in the long run and save lives. Thanks Hoover. ❤️

[@Thatsallihavetosayaboutthat]

Keep your day job

[@theodoreingrassia5573]

I am not a pilot “although I wish I could have been “. We all strive to make the world around us just a little better. Clearly your work does this. I can’t imagine that these debriefings have not saved lives…. As a passenger, thank you and keep up the good work.

[@julietbravoaviation]

Hoover, your humble demeanor & respectful analysis of aviation incident debriefs are so refreshing in a day and age where it’s easy to just pile on & trash someone. Thank you for providing these great debriefs. Being a low time pilot, I am trying to learn all I can and your channel is definitely a part of my learning.

[@LePat-lr4vn]

As an ex french Air Force fighter pilot (Fouga-T33-Alpha jet-Jaguar and Mirage 2000N) , then Airline Captain flying B737-800( Ryanair and Shenzhen Airlines), retired now, I must tell you : congratulations Hoover ! It's a real pleasure to watch your videos, constructive, clear, precise, full of safe advices for all pilots still flying. Amazed as well by your impressive background. Well done !

[@np1000]

I'm an aircraft maintenance tech for a major airline as well. Your videos help me understand flight side of my job better.

[@jasonmaccoul]

Great channel. Your direction and narration holds the listener/watcher. I think most trust your take on things by the professional manner that you exude in your videos. I, for one, could tell you’re not the usual KZbinr just trying to make a channel. There’s real-life learning going on here. Glad to be a subscriber.

[@gerardjohnson2106]

I agree. I've never doubted his experience or background. His knowledge and presentation are totally legit. 👍👍👏🇺🇲

[@pilot-debrief]

Thank you very much!

[@sarahalbers5555]

Agreed. Hoover is a breath of fresh air in KZbin aviation channel community. I enjoy his posts tremendously and appreciate the fact that his ego doesn't get in the way. Not a pilot, but a former flight attendant for two legacy carriers. Hope you feel better, there is a lot of stuff going around now.

[@kyrgyzstanification]

Hoover's level of integrity and professionalism is unrivaled. He's GREAT!

[@hefeibao]

As someone who attended Army Aviation Safety School back in the day (turning a wrench) and a recent PPL, I am highly appreciative of how you conduct your debriefs on this channel. Thanks for maintaining that level of integrity. :)

[@davidp2888]

You’re a good man and I appreciate your integrity.

[@alanp805]

Competence with humility is a rare combination of qualities that have a value far beyond the sum of their parts. I really respect your channel because your debriefs display these qualities every time. Thanks for the excellent insights, sensitive presentation and professional evaluation.

[@drewm4914]

Hoover, I'm a former F-18 enlisted maintainer in the Navy, and am currently working on Commercial Single at a Part 141 school. I have really enjoyed your videos and the lessons that I get from them that make me a better pilot. Keep up the great work, because it makes a big impact on new pilots like myself.

[@109-w7v]

I’m an ex instructor and current 738 captain. Your debriefs are excellent. As pilots we have to analyse our performance constantly, critiquing that performance in front of your peers can be difficult. We are not infallible, humans make mistakes. That’s why we constantly have to identify the threats every time we strap ourselves in. Piloting any aircraft is a serious business. I love your channel Hoover.

[@GregoryFlury]

As a student pilot, your debriefs are excellent learning adjunct. Thank you

[@xennialnick]

As a healthcare professional who is also responsible for people's health and well-being, can I just say massive respect for this. Being constructively self critical is so hard, but so important across many professions. 👍🏻

[@ailouros6669]

Your formula works. It is why plenty of people watch your videos. We can see you are genuine and passionate about the subject matter; aviation safety. You are excellent in articulating your analysis, and you don't talk down to us! Thank you for taking the time and effort in making these videos!

[@harukaharuka2818]

Your professionalism and integrity are 'plane' to see, and hearing your backstory makes it even more interesting. Best of luck balancing family, career and KZbin.

[@HEDGE1011]

Thanks, Hoover! First off, I’ve only recently stumbled onto your videos and now watch them all (though I need to catch up on the back catalogue). They are uniquely excellent and informative and I think you have a very bright future both here and at your airline. I am especially impressed with your ability to debrief accidents without making light of an individual pilot’s capabilities. This facts-only attitude is the mark of a true professional, and I appreciate your compassion for accident victims. I’m also a former USAF pilot (Willie, 88-03 then C-9s at Scott) and current airline pilot flying the A-320 series; I’ve been with my company since 1991 and am now the old guy in the cockpit. I have always tried to be humble about accidents and try to understand why decisions were made rather than just write it off as the pilot being a bad pilot. There’s some baffling accidents out there, but I think any professional pilot who’s really honest with themselves has to realize that some of the accidents that claimed our fellow aviators could have happened to us, and we should strive to understand their mistakes to live to fly another day. Much respect to you, and I hope you keep doing exactly what you’re doing. It would certainly be a pleasure to fly with you, but until that happens, fly safe! Bob

[@pilot-debrief]

Bob, Thanks for your kind words. It’s always humbling to hear from viewers like you and it helps encourage me to keep making videos. Thanks for sharing your background and kudos on your career in the airlines. On a side note, I was assigned to the C-9 squadron at Ramstein from summer 2000 - 2001, where I was on casual status waiting to go to pilot training. It was great flying with them; even though I was in the back! Thanks again for your support! - Hoover

[@HEDGE1011]

That’s great! Ramstein was a sweet gig. We went over once a year to keep our European quals, and those trainers were two weeks of flying around Europe. A good time was had by all. Scott was great as we flew a ton and upgraded fast. I was a bit faster than some, but was a 2Lt AC and 1Lt IP. They really pushed us through the pipeline as all the experienced guys were getting out and going to the airlines. I was in the right place at the right time and left in 1991 as the Chief of IP Flight, so my additional duty was flying some more! Looking back, I can’t believe my good fortune, and am very grateful. You are very wise to be conservative with your company’s social media policy, by the way. I’ve seen some people run afoul of that at my company. Regards, Bob

[@No_ReGretzky99]

Man I wanna pray for this to happen would be sweet if so y'all gotta film some of it or what u can without getting in trouble thanks for yalls services ❤❤❤

[@marceloskyrioca]

Hoover the Air Force must be proud of having you as an officer and pilot, your channel without a doubt is the best aviation KZbin channel. Outstanding.

[@Still-Sitting]

Definitely not a pilot but I have 15 hours of single engine instruction. Aviation has always been a passion of mine, and I still spend hours upon hours with flight simulators. Admire your work and background. Super glad I found this channel. Thanks for the time and effort bringing these hard truths and explanations to us. You’re saving lives and helping all of us. Cheers from Cali 🙏

[@williammrdeza9445]

Thank you for this honest episode, Hoover. Owning up to your failures as well as successes tells us a lot about your integrity and credibility when discussing this subject matter. It was definitely interesting to hear you share your background--what an interesting career! Thank you for your service and for your dedication to bringing us the analysis of these incidents, while balancing the needs of your family and work. Looking forward to your future episodes when you can fit in the time. Definitely a big thumbs up for this one! Fly safe.

[@glassesstapler]

This is EXACTLY why I am always inclined to give military leaders, commissioned and non, the benefit of the doubt, in regards to leadership and judgement. Like their opinions or not, they usually have thought out their decisions and are acting with humility and reserve. Salute Brother and keep up the great work!

[@paulw4310]

Thanks for the great content, Hoover. As a former flight instructor, charter pilot, corporate pilot and 25+ year airline pilot as well as Chief Accident Investigator at my old airline (Pts. 91, 135 and 121) I'm thankful for your videos. I appreciate the time that you take, the research that you do and the low key (no pun intended) way you effectively communicate the content (that just so happens to include 91, 135 and 121 flying) of your debriefs. Sorry for all of the parenthesis. Very well done. Keep it up! PS I did notice that you're the only KZbinr that I watch that doesn't ask for a "like or subscribe".👍

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

Ignore the haters Hoover, to interact with them gives them the response they want. As for the channel, you just make videos as and when, family is more important. Stay safe Hoover.

[@overqed]

Hoover, this channel is FANTASTIC!!! I am a former Naval Aviator, call sign "Q" (Helo background) ,and when I got out, I flew multi engine fixed wing part 135 single pilot IFR (often in the goo), and moved on in my career to presently being a Test Pilot at Northrop Grumman. Your "Debrief Channel" is astonishing, and I am learning and self evaluating a lot from your channel. Your analysis process is top notch, and I love the detail you present. You are doing a great thing for the aviation community. Keep it going!!!❤❤❤

[@jimkuhn3500]

Your videos are by FAR THE BEST , your honest opinions are humble and well thought out / keep them coming !!!!

[@glennanderson-zv1yd]

I am a newer and older pilot and all of your debriefs are like safety flight classes for me. I very much appreciate that you are making the skies safer for all of us all by showing us where things went wrong. No pilot wishes bad things to happen to other pilots but there is so so much to learn from those pilots decisions.

[@kenhudson904]

I am not a pilot but I am a Navy veteran. I love hearing the details and explanations of the events you analyze and appreciate the veteran’s point of view. Bravo-Zulu!!!

[@peterlehrfeld9735]

Thank you for your candor, honesty and genuine caring about aviation safety, the integrity of your channel, your military service and devotion to your family, community and career. Keep doing what you’re doing. My youngest brother, just passed his FAA flight instructor training (certification? ) and has about 500 hours. I’ve flown with him several times and always had a passion for aviation. Again, thank you, Peter L.

[@pilot-debrief]

Thanks, Peter! I truly appreciate it and it’s always encouraging to read comments like yours. Congrats to your brother and I wish both of you the best!

[@thomasmallow9310]

Love your videos! I just retired from 38 years as a Law Enforcement Pilot and can say your experience brings a lot to the table promoting safety! Keep up the good work!

[@pilot-debrief]

That is awesome!

[@TJPenitencia]

I watched the debrief you recorded about the flight instructor and two international students. FWIW, I did not interpret your opinion that he was a "good person" as in any way excusing his reckless behavior in the aircraft. I appreciate your conscientiousness on this. Please keep up the great work-and nobody's going to fault you for putting out less content in exchange for family time.

[@paultune1696]

Absolutely agree, Hoover left us in no doubt who was to blame (it wasn't difficult to figure it out) but stopped short out of respect for his family. I thought he handled it very well.

[@daveyjoseph6058]

Your work speaks for itself. You are vetted the moment you upload a video, because we humans can tell when others are being authentic. Simply the way you talk is convincing enough

[@healerf18]

Thanks for the introduction. I'm an Aviation Medical Examiner for the FAA, active private pilot, and did a bunch of back seat flying in F-18B's as the flight surgeon of a Canadian F-18 squadron. I've had a long interest in aviation safety and of the many KZbin channels that review aviation mishaps, yours is the only one I watch. Your experience gives credibility to your analysis and your respect for the pilots and families involved brings a dignity to your work that is rare in social media. I hope you keep up the great work, but yes, family first. :)

[@c568568]

Hoover your debriefs are going save lives and probably have already saved lives. It is incredible that some pilots are skipping parts of a checklist or ignoring the checklist all together. Thank you for bringing your experience to KZbin as you are doing a great service to the Aviation industry

[@albybak8989]

It is fabulous to hear this man speak so intelligently and methodically about his subjects.

[@Thepetephilly0466]

I think the best part of your debriefs is the language you use. With your extensive knowledge of aviation, you could shoot a ton of aviation jargon that most of us would not understand. You don’t do that. You tell us the stories and info with enough technical info to make it extremely interesting, but with enough down to earth and layman terminology that it’s all easy to understand. You also speak with a cadence that keeps it interesting and never bores us. Great job, Hoover!!

[@mikefreauf6192]

Thanks Hoover for your back ground. As a lowly private pilot, your videos always make me a better safer aviator.

[@RK-kn1ud]

There's nothing lowly about being a private pilot. 94% of people have never qualified or been allowed the privilege of the responsibility of flying a plane...or any other major responsibility.

[@av8rkirk]

I spent over 40 years in general aviation and a few in army aviation. I find this channel informative and refreshing. Thank you Hoover.

[@Thirty9Trails]

My cousin retired as a colonel from the U.S. AIR FORCE, headed a squadron of F-16s. He does commercial flying now but every chance I get to sit down and just listen to him talk, I jump at it. Nothing but admiration and respect for you all, knowing what it takes to not only get there but to be successful. Loving this channel as well…very interesting insights.

[@eomat]

As a pilot I want to thank you for your insights and the way you approach these videos. Very professional and thorough.

[@farmerj1]

Knowing your background explains a lot. I got hooked on your channel because you are a clear communicator, and are focused on root causes. Thorough and blunt de-briefs are critical. A bruised ego is better than a broken body. Keep up the great work!

[@paulpiacentini]

It is integrity Hoover. It shines from you, but you temper it with humility. A rare and precious talent that perhaps explains the rapid growth of your humble channel. More power to your elbow Sir.

[@andrewfyakim525]

You, and this KZbin channel provide an invaluable service to people like me. I am not a pilot; never will be. But, I've flown hundreds of flights since my first time in a Piper Cub in the 1950's. I've flown in and out of nearly every major city in the US, all around this country and to 12+ foreign countries. I have numerous friends, an ex boss, and an older brother who are all pilots. One of the many things I've learned from you is how to judge who I will and/or will not get in a plane with. It's a lot about the personality and ego's of the pilots. I have two friends/pilots who I would NEVER fly in a plane with them at the controls. They are highly offended because they think that I don't trust them. I Don't trust them. I don't even care to be in a vehicle they're driving. (Cocky, and dare-devils about everything). My ex-boss, when I worked in South Carolina in the 1970's was a pilot, and part owner of a Mooney. I flew with him often. He is the safest pilot I know, and I would trust him with my life to this day, although I've heard he no longer flies.... I lost a friend, Dr Chip Brown who crashed his small plane flying out of Raleigh, on his way to work to one of the hospitals he worked at in South Carolina. Two other friends, Dennis and Debbie O''Neal crashed their plane leaving the mountains of NC on their way home to Greenville. They were super nice people, but I would never get in a plane with them; they often took risks. One other friend I knew often flew his Cherokee 6-seater from Cincinnati Ohio, to Ocracoke Island on the NC Outer Banks. I flew with him and would to this day trust him; he reminds me of you, Hoover. Thank you once again for this channel, and thank you very much for your service to our country. EDIT: [by the way, I only mentioned the names of Chip Brown and the O'Neals, in hopes you might do a 'debrief' on them; I would like to know what really happened.]

[@joedunn5604]

Thank you for your videos. I have owned two air craft and logged over six thousand hours. I've worked for an FBO for over four years. Sadly, with my third heart attack, I gave up on flying. Your videos have rekindled my love for avation. I watch every video. Thank you. I can't tell you what they have meant to me.

[@AdvancedAerialImagingConcepts]

I once asked a WW2 RAF Veteran which Spitfire he liked best, he said “the latest and hottest one to fight with” and then he said, “for the pure joy of flying….the Spitfire MkV, an absolutely lovely aircraft” This reminded me of you and the F-18 and the F-15. Great channel 👍🏼

[@charleslowery789]

I enjoy your de-briefs and the insight you bring to it. I retired at Travis AFB in 1998 as a C-5/C-141 Crew Chief. I was also on the Wing Safety Mishap Board & investigated several aircraft Class A & B accidents, one of which I witnessed. I was responsible hydraulic & avionics systems review & assisted with other systems reviews. Interesting stuff. I appreciate your respective. I also follow Juan Brown & use his perspective & yours to understand human events leading up to the mishap. Keep up the excellent work !

[@localcrew]

Not a pilot myself but my late father was a pilot in the USAF. I love aviation and appreciate your forthright and open attitude. Thanks.

[@ChannelSRL1]

Your credibility, sincerity, and professionalism is evident from every video you make.

[@RusscanFLY]

This video was absolutely amazing! And I’m not just blowing smoke to stroke your ego. The thing that I love about the aviation community is that pilot such as yourself are equal parts, highly professional/geniuses, and some of the most humble people on the planet. You sir are a class act. Keep doing what you’re doing, and ignore the haters. I am glad that you are in the space that you’re in on KZbin, there are some others that try to do what you do, but are challenging to engage, given their tone andlife perspective. Take care, and thank you for your years of service.

[@pilot-debrief]

Thank you very much!

[@JL-fs9wh]

I'm not a pilot or an aviator. I'm an anesthesiologist and we have set the standard for safety in medicine but have used aviation methodology (i.e., interactive checklists, etc.) as a catalyst for this. I love your channel and an always intrigued by the information conveyed.

[@MAgaSUXX]

Humility and gratitude are excellent qualities.

[@jeffjones6951]

I stumbled onto your channel some 6 months ago and have followed in order to better understand the circumstances of my father's death piloting a Bonanza in Morgantown WV on 1 Nov 1972. My dad Gordon (35) was returning from a medical conference at the Mayo Clinic with 2 other medical doctors. The FAA report was 2" thick and attributed multiple causes, including a blinding snowstorm, icing of the altimeter, air traffic controller error, and slowed reaction time due to an unmedicated sinus infection exacerbated by Dr. C. in the back seat smoking a cigarette. Thanks, Hoover, for providing your always insightful commentaries

[@On-Our-Radar-24News]

I have watched this channel grow over the last 2 years and I can honestly say that it's a gem amongst the rough. I look forward to your videos, Hoover and you have a great way of keeping on topic and delivering the necessary information concisely and thoroughly. I look forward to when this channel has 1 million subscribers and, hopefully, some hats!!! LOL.....12 week delivery time?? Ouch.

[@jbanfai]

Hoover, never feel guilty or bad that you didn't 'expose' yourself... lol. Your videos speak volumes... THANK YOU for sharing them!!! We all knew you're an expert who know what he's talking about.

[@CLdriver1960]

Your background closed the loop why you have great insight into the videos you present. The flight test world also has an extensive preflight brief / debrief process following each flight. We’re all human, we’ve all made mistakes, and (hopefully) we learn from mistakes. I fully agree that thorough debriefings help in the process. Keep up the great work Hoover, your efforts don’t go unnoticed. Cheers, Doc

[@KBrown517]

Although I'm not an aviator, I retired after 25 years of service, retiring as a USAFR and WAANG CMS in avionics and tactical ground radio maintenance superintendent. I find your videos to be exceptional. Your detailed explanations and experience that gives context to the debriefs provides me with not only understanding of these tragic events but also appreciation of the skills needed to safely operate an aircraft. Keep it up despite the "haters."

[@andyenglish5572]

Recently retired AFE/Life Support, F106-F4, F16, F15, C130, KC135. Love your videos, I am a graduate of Mishap Investigation and I am fascinated with investigation of aircraft mishaps. Thanks for what you do. Matt "Tank" Taylor is a good friend of mine, also an Airbus pilot.

[@moonmullins8227]

You have become my go to source for learning from the mistakes of other pilots. You just present the information in a forward and factual way, Thank you.

[@alaskabarb8089]

I agree with your regret of not keeping a journal of flight experiences, but it’s not too late- you can start now, and include anecdotes you recall from your military deployments. My father kept a journal/scrapbook of his experiences, including his training, deployment and flight logs as a glider pilot during Market Garden in WWII, subsequent deployment as a C-47 transport pilot, and eventual job as a air traffic controller at a SAC base in Okinawa. He also included information about my grandfather, a biplane instructor who died before I was born. His journal and photographs allowed me to learn much more about both of them than I previously knew. So a journal can be a wonderful gift to leave to your children. 💙💕💚

[@Strikepig335]

Go Chiefs! (2W1 335th '96-'00). Hoover, thanks for your integrity and honesty. I too have forgotten so many flights, food and friends over the years and so I need to start my own flying journal. Thank you, sir. And congrats on your career. Cheers 🤙🏼

[@stearman]

Here's your debrief. Among the several youtubers that opine on current incidents or accidents, I respect yours the most. I have watched a few "incidents" in person as a crew chief in a Wild Weasel wing at GAFB. Things happen and you revert to your training, you know that as well as I do. 8 years at George taught me a ton. As I PCS'd to another base I enrolled in EMBRY RIDDLE in a civilian and military accident/mishap investigation course. It solidified what I learned from the accident that brought me into the USAF in the first place. When I was a "paper boy" at 11 years old, our hometown basketball team was lost in the crash of a DC-3. I watched them carry the team's body bags off a railroad car into the civic center behind my grandmother's house as a temporary morgue through our car windshield with the wipers going back and forth. I never forgot that image. The root cause was gust locks left on the aileron and rudder on takeoff. And people where I worked before my retirement wondered why I was such a prick about aviation safety...

[@flywiseman]

As a low time pilot i find a lot of value in your videos. You and a couple others like you on YT do a great service and no doubt at the very least make me think of the things that could happen during a flight and how to prepare mentally for such an event. Family always comes first. All videos will be appreciated regardless if they are weekly or monthly. Thank you

[@cg5138]

My thoughts and walk of life exactly

[@1emayte]

Hoover, Your videos are great. I've worked for an aviation piston engine power plant manufacturer in south Alabama for 33 years. I have completed analytical inspections and worked along side the NTSB in accident investigations. Some pretty bad. Pilots need to hear what you are saying. Love your stuff. all i can tell you is keep it up and thanks. Educating people on safety will never go out of style. If you save 1 life you paid your way.

[@TeeLau]

I hope you're able to find that right balance to keep the channel going, your debriefs are excellent in that a layperson like myself can follow along easily.

[@philleasthouse3791]

The indicators of a carefull operator in any field where others safety is at risk is honesty and the ability to see where corrective action is needed: Hoover seems to possess those qualities. Keep to your word, it makes your job easier and ensures its done right. Great channel!!!

[@alfredscoglio927]

Listening in my car I couldn’t wait until I got to my office to let you know how much I appreciate this video and your channel. I really like your humble approach. Your comments are always factual and without blame. And most of all I thank you for your service for your, outstanding military career

[@Kalense]

You come across as entirely straightforward and honest, while being simultaneously objective and sensitive. Your channel caught me from the first video I watched. Thank you for the work you put into this - but make sure you take time for your family too!

[@kristamorisen2669]

The flying journal is a GREAT idea. I think I will start one myself. I learn a lot from you and I enjoy that you don't lay blame on any person. You analyze the incidents in a logical and well-thought out way that shows respect to the pilots and their families. Your method of analysis is a breath of fresh air compared to other channels that actively look for blame for incidents instead of looking at the whole picture.

[@peterbarron6488]

Thank you for your service! My older brother also graduated from the Academy, flew the T37, A10, and finally the F15 E out of Seymour Johnson before deploying to Iraq in the first war there. He's retired now and I respect those who have worked to transition to civilian flying, so thanks for your focus on safety! ✈️

[@gpriest1965]

Thanks, Hoover! When I first started watching your videos, I did not know your background, but you sounded so knowledgeable that I had to stick around and I'm glad I did! Please keep up the great work and I hope you feel better!

[@ScottAdolf-so7cp]

Hoover I have nothing but respect for you and to your service to our country. I believe your videos are very well done and I hope you will continue.

[@pilot-debrief]

Thank you, I will!

[@bergison]

As a pilot for over 30 years now, with 23 years on the A-320, I immensly apprechiate your mindset towards safety and professional attitude! "Treat flying with the respect it deserves", you summed up the essence of aviation safety amazingly well! I think your videos, research, comments and conlcusions are spot-on and I greatly enjoy watching and learning from them! Keep up your good work!