New Zealand Family React to The F-35 LIGHTNING II | THE BEST JET IN THE WORLD?

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[@bocatcc]

There are 3 versions on this plane. One for marines has the vertical landing, one is for the navy that has a tail hook and one is for the air force that can carry more bombs. All 3 where designed to look the same but all 3 where designed separately since all 3 contracts where issued at the same time. All range between 75million and 100 million each.

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[@williamshepherd215]

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[@you_can_call_me_T]

@@cygnusx-3217 It could be argued that both keep people safe 🤷🏽‍♀️

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[@lehammsamm]

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[@yournewzealandfamily]

Thank you!!

[@southerngirljess1987]

Yeah I was happy for them too! I’m gonna edit my comment to add that in as well because I loved the intro. They so deserved a sponsor!

[@geoffreysmommy]

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[@karlamaeder4691]

I loved the ad insert too. Yall are so adorable 😊

[@shawnanderson3544]

Couldn’t have said it better just an immeasurable smile crossed my face at all of them doing an ad just perfect

[@aauwhatitdo1582]

The coolest thing about the F-35 is that it can "talk" with other jets with a data link. Say a ground sensor picks up a jet 200 miles away, you can take that information and fire a missile at it, without seeing the target yourself. This is called Data Link, and it can create a hive mind of equipment and systems. The more jets, drones, radars, warships, and ground vehicles you have in your battlefield, the smarter each vehicle gets. It is sci-fi level stuff.

[@outandaboutwithsamiam5034]

That data link won't be worth a damn during a severe solar flare or in case of a nuclear attack....but a bi-plane will still fly

[@scratchmyback1]

@@outandaboutwithsamiam5034 A bi-plane will fly through a nuclear attack? Sweet! ... Though I doubt a bi-plane would be much use on today's battle field.

[@DESooner333]

Bi-plane? Is that how North Korea will nuke us? One crazy commie in a biplane with a nuke strapped between his legs?

[@outandaboutwithsamiam5034]

@UCiCBjrbYYEQ9oVizss_ARPQ that's your opinion...I have my own...based on 23 years worth of military experience and training.....you might want to do a little research on what happens to electronics during solar flares and nuke attacks.

[@MeanLaQueefa]

It can keep its stealth by using its DAS and turning the radar off and handing off attacks from missile trucks (F15EX) or Arleigh Burke or other systems

[@T-RexRita]

It's called the "Missing Man Formation" It symbolizes the pilots that did not return home. They have their own wings now 🕊️

[@rossponding]

That wasn’t a missing man. That’s normal flight ops of two pairs of lead and wingman. Missing man is obviously a thing, but what she was asking about isn’t that

[@morganjohnson539]

@@rossponding Absolutely. The formation is as old as WWII tactics. Generically called "fingers-four", it is two leads and two wingmen. They can attack BVR or do recon in a spread formation or break into two pairs.

[@kevinwillard6652]

The F35 just has different roles than the F22. It's not "better" than the F22, but in the battlefield roles it fills several niches that the F22 can't fill. The F35 can't fill the niche that the F22 fills, so they complement each other.

[@Ihat-b2j]

I can see squads of f35s mixed with f22s in the future. Maybe f35 with full pylons and atg and a couple f22s for security

[@inspectaslime]

Your right the F35 covers the F22s weak spots and vice versa, a unmanned companion aircraft is also being tested for the F35.

[@frosty_shiba4311]

Simple: f-35s are meant for more electronic warfare type stuff, while the f-22 focuses on air dominance

[@Horible4]

@@frosty_shiba4311 F-35 can do air dominance too if not just as effectively.

[@nando03012009]

​@Horrible4 fat Amy will never be an ADF plane that role is currently set for the F15 and F22. Remember, there's a reason the F22 is not exported but the f35 is

[@ScruffyNerfhurder]

In response to Atlanta's question, the missing plane in the formation represents and pays respect to the fallen soldiers of the United States.

[@seanpatton7406]

Here's a clip from the great 80's movie Iron Eagle, showing a missing man formation and reasons why. This would be a great movie reaction if you guys ever decide to do movie reactions. Thanks for the videos. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJbTd6mFg76Cbtk

[@benhames5162]

@@patrickchambers5999 you beat me to it, it'll usually start with 5 planes but 1 will peel off in honor of a fallen pilot.

[@kimberlydupree1284]

And response to hover and then take off yes It can

[@rossponding]

That wasn’t a missing man. That’s normal flight ops of two pairs of lead and wingman. Missing man is obviously a thing, but what she was asking about isn’t that

[@spoork9443]

you guys should totally do the Gerald. R. Ford class of supercarriers or the ohio class ballistic submarines

[@outandaboutwithsamiam5034]

Or the Iowa Class Battleships....though de-commissioned now, they could be brought back to service if needed

[@WhackTony]

Don't forget Berkeley destroyers and Virginia class nuclear submarines

[@ferai147]

There's an excellent video on the Gerald R. Ford class ships done by Spark, exceptionally well put together. It's 40 minutes long though...

[@jaytm6719]

I think they should do all the ideas stated here plus the Abrams MBT

[@jimbrown7082]

There are 3 different versions of the F-35 they are the F-35A which is used by the Airforce it takes off and lands like most airplanes, the F-35B which has the ability to do vertical take offs and landings, and the F-35C which has different wings, landing gear, and arrestor hook for aircraft carrier landings and take offs. I also believe there is a special version built for the Israelis called the F-35I.

[@gouryg4774]

The plane is a jack of all trades, and a master of none

[@aauwhatitdo1582]

Yeah, the F-35I is identical to the F-35A, except that it has improved Avionics, Ground Targeting, and Electronics.

[@ryanpayne7707]

It was the F-35B that killed the other two planes' performance. Having a fat draggy airframe to accomodate a nonexistant lift fan (in the A and C,) was an extremely poor choice. But hey, the USMC has a jet they didn't really need.

[@aauwhatitdo1582]

@@ryanpayne7707 IDK. I don't mind being able to get air support without asking Air or Navy for it.

[@skyhawknz6204]

@@ryanpayne7707 the space for the lift fan is fuel on the other two models, giving it a very good internal range compared with the aircraft it is replacing

[@chrisarenas4505]

I love that the parents have the children involved.

[@pecrawf7767]

Proud to say that my brother was an engineer on the F-35 development, down in Fort Worth Texas.

[@OcotilloTom]

I live in the flight pattern about 2 miles from Luke Air Force Base in Phoenix, Arizona were they train foreign pilots on the F-35, It's a constant air show! El Mirage, Arizona

[@Zankaroo]

15:08 judging from that comment I guess you didn't know about the Hawker AV-8B Harrier Jump Jet designed in the UK back in the 50s-60s. It is a VTOL capable jet fighter that has been used by many NATO nations ever since it was first produced. As for the USA I think only the Marines adopted it. The F-35B Lightning II (the Marine version) was made specifically to replace the old Harriers. The last new Harrier was made in 1997 and the last re-manufactured Harrier was in 2003 ending the Harrier line of multi role jump jets.

[@jacklomas7773]

Good to see someone knows where the jet started.UK.

[@jerkyturkey007]

The Harrier is one of my favorite fighter planes, the f35 is a fifth gen fighter so of course it has the benefit of lessons learned from the forerunners the vertical take off on the Harrier operates off engine thrust vectoring for its vertical lift, the f22 has thrust vectoring for added speed in vertical takeoff, but it can land or takeoff by a mechanical fan built into the fuselage behind the pilot. The harrier is limited to 3 minutes before it begins to overheat. The f35 can fly higher and exceed the speed of sound.

[@mattgoyette4965]

I am new to your channel but I just wanted to say I love your family. Your family reminds me so much of mine. Your such a sweet group together. Love from 🇺🇸. Btw, the respect you show my country, as far as im concerned, you all are honorary Americans. The respect is mutual, New Zealand is a great country. Looking forward to going there one day

[@KeithG9774]

I would recommend taking look at some ground vehicles next, primarily the M1 Abrams tank. That thing is insane.

[@tattooedman42]

When I was in the Gulf War, they released an interview by a captured Iraqi officer. He had been a battalion tank commander. He said when the bombing of Iraq started, he had 55 tanks. When all the bombing was done he still had 51 tanks. He went into battle against the M1 Abrams, and he said in less than an hour he had no tanks.

[@absolutezero6423]

The M109A6 Paladin is also a insane ground attack vehicle. .

[@southerngirljess1987]

I see these often here in Georgia and they are cool, but I still always love the F16 and F/A 18. Fun thing is where I went to school was near Lockheed Martin (the manufacturer), and these jets would be fixed there along with other Air Force and military aircraft. Super cool to see for sure but wanting to see more from the jet and the company. Love y’all’s reactions to our military aircraft and I seriously want y’all to come here to Georgia to tour our military aircraft museum and watch our military air shows. Glad to see y’all got a sponsor as y’all truly do deserve it! Y’all have made such an effort in providing wholesome videos that warm me up every time. Much love to y’all! Side note because you said Top Gun, I hope y’all have seen it and the new sequel because it is awesome and shows our airmanship.

[@djm3suxx]

The F-16 will always have my heart.

[@RobGamesOn]

@@djm3suxx it's the F-14 Tomcat for me. I worked on the weapons systems of that majestic bird when I was in the Navy. The new Top Gun sequel has a great F-14 callback moment.

[@djm3suxx]

@@RobGamesOn Oh I understand that. That bird is also a favorite of mine because of Top Gun. Love the retractable wing look. It’s just I’m so fond of the Ferrari that is the F-16.

[@RobGamesOn]

@@djm3suxx oh the F-16 is a bad mofo for sure!

[@proudson18]

By far you all are my favorite and most wholesome family on youtube!!!

[@smulk1200]

That commercial was unexpected. Well done.

[@smfmnoneya9134]

I may have written this before, but I am hooked on your intro song. Some times I keep rewinding just to hear it again. Hands down, best on KZbin, in my opinion.

[@Rogn1]

The narrator said he interviewed pilots at Hill AFB. I live under a flight path of the F35s from Hill AFB. Our nephew is stationed there and works on those planes.They fly over my house on a daily basis. I love that plane. I am happy that you got to review these planes.

[@randomknox82]

Hello from Ogden. Its always cool seeing these and the A10s flying overhead.

[@hopegeoghegan4184]

I was a plane captain in the USNAVY. That is the person using hand language to help the pilot move the plane on the ground. Never thought that it was a different language, but you are correct each hand movement means something different

[@JuddDredge]

The air force version requires an airstrip, the baby version can land and take off from aircraft carriers, the vertical take off version for the marine Corp. -Great job family!

[@G1NZOU]

I wouldn't call the C variant for the Navy aircraft carriers the "baby version", the wing area is much larger to enable it to have better range and takeoff payload, it's technically a bigger and heavier plane than the airforce's A variant, as well as a lower landing controllable landing speed which makes carrier landings easier, though the airframe is rated for less Gs than the A variant.

[@manymusings]

My daughter is an electronics technician in the Marines and this is the plane she is assigned to work on. Amazing!

[@ShonRT]

You guys should react to America's M1 Abrams tank. There's a really good video by Jared Owen called: "How Does a Tank Work", and the US Military News channel has videos about the tank. I think your family would find the tank and other nation's tanks interesting.

[@armadillotoe]

I really enjoy seeing a sane real family presenting family-friendly videos. Your kids look so much like you.

[@CameronJGilliam]

I was hoping that you guys would react to this! This fighter jet is amazing! PS: Nice to see that you guys got a sponsor. 😂

[@Iodotoluene]

They should review this one too… the b-21 raider kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3bcgKmpr8trfq8

[@yankee_tango]

I have been watching this channel for about 3 months now, and as far as I am concerned you all are Americans living in New Zealand. As a crabby old Marine Corps Veteran it does my heart good to see these reaction videos you all are doing regarding our military. I was amazed when you all folded the flag properly but only after watching what each fold meant, not many folks take the time to do that, your family did, I was moved to tears watching that video because I have a very close experience with that from 1991. I wont go into details other than to say I had to accompany my best friend home from Saudi Arabia then. I would love to see My New Zealand Family react to the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, they are an awesome sight to see when they do their drill run through. No cadence call no orders for weapon movements nothing it is amazing if you ask me. I am posting a link to a video from about 6 years ago and it was done indoors so you can see and hear the drill movements much clearer than if they are outside. Enjoy the video, and I am looking forward to hearing you all react to it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYa8k5WKfctnmtk

[@twenty3enigma]

VTOL in naval aircraft mean that they can take off in larger numbers more quickly than if they were each flying off one at a time conventionally. They're only limited by the speed of the elevator bringing planes up from below deck.

[@archersparadox6472]

The Gerald R. Ford class aims to change that, as they have reworked the location and size of both the ramp and elevators.

[@mabutoo]

The naval version doesn’t have VTOL just the marine version. The naval version has the folding wings and tail hook. The Air Force version opted for larger wings, bigger weapons bay and larger fuel tanks.

[@archersparadox6472]

@@mabutoo yes it does. The F35b has VTOL and no arresting wire. That is the model exported to the British.

[@twenty3enigma]

@@archersparadox6472 Thank you! 👍

[@G1NZOU]

@@archersparadox6472 Yes we Brits have the B variant, though you export the completed planes to us British companies actually do manufacture something like 15% of the airframe components as well as a huge amount of the Block 3i software.

[@bobdixon4998]

Just to let you know, a lot of us here love you and are thankful for your support. You're a very wholesome family. Thank you so much. We are proud of you.

[@toddvergith9485]

I also make bearings for this plane. Pratt & Whitney is one of our customers. We have posters of the plane and it's engine all over work. Also please checkout the SR-71 Blackbird. It's a beautiful jet that was way ahead of its time.

[@sinisterlistener]

I agree, The SR-71 Blackbird is an amazing jet. I piloted one for the US Airforce before it was decommissioned.

[@toddvergith9485]

@@sinisterlistener you sir, are a lucky individual. The sights you must have seen....

[@sinisterlistener]

@@toddvergith9485 80,000 feet in the air, you look up and can't tell if it's 12am or 12pm. and going at speeds of close to 2,500 mph, it's definitely a rush.

[@toddvergith9485]

@@sinisterlistener damn that's pushing Mach 4

[@RomeUsmc]

The acronym for the vertical take off is referred to VTOL (vertical take-off and landing. So to answer your question yes they can go from hovering to actually flying just by directing the thrusters in a manner back to origional position. There are 3 variants of this aircraft. One for Air Force, Navy, and Marines all suited for each branches style of combat missions.

[@georgesakellaropoulos8162]

When combined with the F22, the F35 is very formidable.

[@Shattereddemon300]

You can also see an unobstructed 360 degree view of the sky and you can make the f35 see through and this can all happen by putting only one viser down on the helmet

[@saureco]

F-22 Raptor is a limited edition air superiority fighter. It's so advanced, we (USA) are restricted from selling it to foreign nations. Its role is to specifically take on enemy aircraft, ideally at over-the-horizon engagement. The F-35 is a more economical platform that borrows some concepts from the F-22, but with 3-4 variants to serve specific US armed forces branches and to make it sellable outside the USA.

[@deadshot4245]

Yep f-22 is too much to let fall into the wrong hands every fifth gen has been someone trying to copy it and failing by a lot.

[@chrisd7047]

The A-10 has the same stipulation: the US is the only country that flies it. Pretty remarkable for a plane the Air Force keeps trying to retire.

[@deadshot4245]

@@chrisd7047 it’s too powerful at cas to retire it to be honest that thing is from what the 1960’s still the dominator on ground strikes

[@chrisd7047]

@@deadshot4245 You're not gonna hear *me* argue. It's my favorite plane. The only way to replace the A-10 is with another A-10 made of better materials.

[@deadshot4245]

@@chrisd7047 yep i agree its a scary beast to merge with too watch dcs dogfights with it from growling sidewinder he showcases a lot of cool stuff

[@papa_xan]

I was lucky enough to see one an F-35 at an air show last year. The main takeaway I had was that it was the loudest aircraft I've ever heard, and I've heard most of them for the last 30 years.

[@Redbikemaster]

I live outside Hill AFB mentioned in the video. Yup, they're loud

[@thomasjacques5286]

There’s MORE to this plane than the plane, it is networked to ground, sea, air and space sensors. The Pilot see the entire battle space.

[@bthsr7113]

If only the plane itself was well thought out and the software wasn't known for being buggy.

[@mr.hanger]

Family sitting together watching and learning together. Mad respect, Friend.

[@Fridge56Vet]

Yay! Time to learn about "Fat Amy," as some pilots refer to her. 😂 And big congrats on the sponsor! 5:13 - That's an F-15. the Top Gun jet (1986) was the F-14 Tomcat (now retired), tho in the new movie they use F-18s.

[@trogo24]

Very true and in the bone yard at Davis monthem in the Arizona desert there's I believe only 4 tomcats left. The rest were destroyed the last 4 will be too. Now surviving Tomcats are in museums they will never fly again and the Iranian Airforce thuse why the majority of them are being destroyed to prevent people for steeling parts for Iran. It's sad but if you ever wanna check them out head to one of the museums that have them.

[@RobGamesOn]

I worked on the F-14 weapons system when I was in the Navy. Such a beautiful bird.

[@trogo24]

@@RobGamesOn That's just so awesome you got to work on these amazing birds.

[@thebarstoolprophet]

I love the way you guys presented your sponsor haha. Usually I just fast forward that part on other youtubers channels, but you guys made it entertaining!

[@wilshade]

On the completely opposite side of the technological scale,, the U.S .Coast Guard Cutter EAGLE is even more interesting. It's the Tall Ship used to train the cadets at the Coast Guard Academy. Plenty of vids on YT about it.

[@steeljawX]

You mean the USCGC Eagle WIX-300? You know the crazy history behind that ship, right? That's not a "Made in the USA" ship. I feel like seeing the story behind it is fairly interesting along with what happened to "the other one," if you're familiar with the story and know what I'm talking about.

[@wilshade]

@@steeljawX Yeah. I know it started life in an opposing navy. Am hoping they learn that story in one of the videos available. "On the Wings of Eagle" is a good short vid series with that story.

[@broadusrollins2463]

I love the way takes off without a runway up vertical like Helicoper! From Gene near Union,SC USA.

[@LAAvgRay]

The formation that Atlanta asked about near the end is called the "Missing Man." It honors those lost in combat by flying with one less than normal in the formation.

[@lionandlamb4754]

I was glad to see you post this about the missing man formation. If you hadn’t I was going to.

[@nimrodv6479]

I love living 20 miles away from Hill Air force base and watching these go out over the desert for training

[@you_can_call_me_T]

Love the ad!! You guys did an awesome job! Congrats on the sponsorship ❤️

[@maczack87]

The best part of this reaction was the sponsor spot you guys did. Great family made add. 👍🏼

[@The.real.like.button]

I like the f22 raptor more personally but this jet is extremely advanced

[@sjgavenger37]

I am with you on that one. The F-22 has so much more capabilities then what is known for these kind of videos.

[@cam_ridley4174]

Totally agree the F22 is far more advanced. That’s why it’s not sold to any foreign countries not even our allies

[@The.real.like.button]

@@sjgavenger37 ig the point is nobody does it like America does it

[@The.real.like.button]

@@cam_ridley4174 nobody does it like the USA baby

[@deadshot4245]

Lockheed always dominates

[@MomPita]

Congratulations on the sponsorship!! Glad you all are being recognized by companies!!

[@hermithank9514]

The US Marine Corps wanted the vertical takeoff and landing capability's to support their combat ground forces. Back in the 1960's the original aircraft was called the Harrier and was named after the hawk. The Marine Corps is pretty independent and is very very good at rapid deployment and self support.

[@bthsr7113]

The Marines are basically the only ones getting a great plane out of this.

[@jaredkoen7821]

That sound y’all heard at 4:05 was the plane breaking the sound barrier. Notice what looks like a small cloud around the plane as soon as you hear the sound. It’s weird, you can visually see it break the sound barrier, pretty cool!

[@davidsalinas676]

Yall should look at attack helicopters as well like Apache,comanches, cobras, blackhawks.

[@kdrapertrucker]

Comanche never progressed beyond prototype stage.

[@davidsalinas676]

@kdrapertrucker I was still a pretty cool lookin helicopter though even for a prototype

[@Fsudryden]

My uncle worked on this fighter through all of the testing. I am so proud of my Uncle.

[@Bostonn8]

The F-22 is still the number one. Unfortunately the F-35 didn't end up as was expected. We allow other countries to purchase the F-35 but not the F-22 they are exclusive to the US. Awesome videos guys!! All love always! 🙌🏽

[@Bostonn8]

Let me add the F-22 is not intended for multi-purpose. It's an air fighter. So they are technically not comparable in that regard.

[@thomasohanlon1060]

@@Bostonn8 Right the F22 was made to do one job dominate an enemy, it was not made to be a jack of all trades, it was intended to be a master of one.

[@kenf3539]

@@thomasohanlon1060 I bow to the ultimate master of one, the A-10 Warthog If the Air Force brass ever drops the plane, the Army should take them over. Keep the valuable, time tested, and proven, tool available.

[@KaBar41]

@@kenf3539 The A-10 isn't the master of anything. It's literally the worst plane in existence. It couldn't even kill dummy tanks in perfect conditions during training and a light breeze will shoot it out of the sky.

[@thomasohanlon1060]

@@kenf3539 The Air Force is well aware that if they do not keep a dedicated air asset (A10 or what ever) for CAS they will lose that money and the Army will have no problem adopting fixed wing. One needs to remember the Air Force started as part of the Army and still has the obligation of air support.

[@darinanaya3945]

awwwwww look at you all with your sponsor! moving up in the youtube world I see. So happy for your family and its success.

[@robertk997]

Not nearly as advanced or as stealthy as the F-22. The F-35 was built to satisfy several rolls a functions and to be sold to U.S. allies where the F-22 will never be sold to anyone other than the U.S. Air Force. It is the jack of all trades but master of none.

[@ytzpilot]

Yes I was going to say the same thing. The F-22 is the superiority fighter

[@rabidDAWGfan82]

And it’s all ours ❤

[@oxide9679]

Yeah. I can easily see the usefulness of the F-35, but I was disappointed when they cancelled the F-22 program. I think the F-22 was the better option of the two. This video touched on cost savings over the F-22, but it seems to have forgotten that the F-35 began being conceptualized in 1992, and since then, the program has cost a whopping $1.2 trillion and counting, making it by far the most expensive fighter aircraft project the US has ever funded.

[@mcbeezee2120]

💯 Yep. No plane in the sky can match the F-22, air-to-air. It IS all about the pilot's skill, but as far as the plane, F-22 has no match. All the talk about the CCP's gen 6 fighters is just that. All talk.

[@wwhitelaw9286]

The brits are in talks to buy f22 but dont think it will be for 3 or 4 years

[@jenniferhoffpauir1048]

Congratulations on the new sponsor. Y'all are very fun to watch, you definitely deserve the attention you get.

[@sjgavenger37]

The F-35 is known as the JSF (Joint Strike Fighter) or the version of the F-22 that is sold to other countries. The F-22 is only used by the US military. Not all F-35's can do vertical take off and landing.

[@bocatcc]

There are 3 versions of the f35 . F35a is airforce, f35b is marines and has vertical landing ability and the f35c that has a tail hook for the navy.

[@prollins6443]

The F-22 and the F-35 are completely different aircraft. The airframes have nothing in common with each other. The F-22 is only used by the US air force. The entire compliment of F-35's will be VTOL (vertical takeoff and landing). The above comment is wrong about everything

[@bocatcc]

@@prollins6443 do some research. F35a, F35b, F35c ... F35b is the marines version. They required a replacement for the hornet so that is the only version that has vertical landing ability

[@KaBar41]

@@prollins6443 Um... no. Only yhe B variants are capable of VTOL. A is a CTOL jet and C is CATOBAR.

[@Redbikemaster]

I live just outside Hill AFB! I see these every day and have friends who maintain them. So cool.

[@steelersericredblood]

In formation they fly in fours, as this allows the pilots to maintain greater situational awareness and reduced their chance of being spotted by the enemy. The two pairs could split and attack on their own.

[@benhames5162]

It's also the missing man formation, it'll start with 5 planes but 1 will peel off in honor of a fallen pilot.

[@steelersericredblood]

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[@steelersericredblood]

@@benhames5162 I sent a pic that shows the missing man formation! Pilot formation is never odd numbers unless it’s a missing man formation. There will always be a wingman!

[@sunaj08180]

@@benhames5162 The flyover formation is called a "Finger four" consisting of two pairs of aircraft. A missing man formation has the #2 flight leader pull out of the finger four and enter a hard climb leaving a "missing" aircraft in the formation as (s)he climbs to the heavens.

[@mikeyblassingame7496]

I've been watching your family's channel for a while now, and absolutely love the fact you guys did a video on the F35-A (US Airforce variant) and just wanted to say as someone who works on this beautiful jet, I can assure you this jet is absolutely incredible. Even tho I went to school to learn about everything on this jet, it still amazes me on its capabilities.

[@ryanpayne7707]

5:17: That's an F-15. The Top Gun jet is the F-14. 10:22: Well, you'd break a very expensive piece of equipment. 13:13: Finger Four formation. The idea is that it can split up into two flights and each individual fighter can cover the other. That does not really work out as well when you have an odd number of aircraft. 13:45: Only the F-35B, made for the USMC, can take off vertically. The A model is a conventional aircraft and the C model is equipped for carrier operations. And unfortunately, the B model, due to Pentagon demands for part commonality, caused both the A and C to have needlessly fat, draggy airframes that kill thier performance. The space where the lift fan is in the B is an empty space in the A and C. Its literally a waste of space.

[@justusbeckman4311]

I live next to hill air force base. I see these jets fly over head all the time. Never gets old

[@CrimePony]

I feel like Denzel has so much to say. When will we get a Denzel Day series or something? Anything we can send him to help out on his journey? When he gets excited and lets loose, I love it. He's got so much passion! Maybe a sports show or something?

[@j-dided]

I commented on your F-22 video about F-35’s now this video popped up lol The HDMS has immensely improved since this video!

[@MrElis420]

The F-35 is a better plane period, they are stealth, can do any role, all pilots have helmets with visual HUD and can literally see through the plane and get telemetry fed to the helmet, can talk to each other and units on the ground seamlessly, the Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps all use them now and the Marine variant has VTOL. They can carry more fuel and almost the same weapons capabilty as the A-10 without the massive gun which actually hinders the A-10 in direct fire CAS roles as the rate of friendly fire incidents with the A-10 are ovbious because of the recoil and difficulty actually aiming. They can carry ATGM's just like the A-10 as well. They can also have direct and good line of sight with friendly units with their helmets and sensors unlike even the A-10C which still relies on the pilot visually confirming an enemy or friendly. The A-10 is still good but if someone thinks it is better than an F-35 they are an idiot.

[@seanmorris2738]

The f35 isn't a fighter in a dogfight with a raptor which is strictly designed for air superiority roles ie clearing the sky's it would scrub the floor with the f 35 due to the fact that it is designed around ground targets. They were designed to work in conjunction with the f22 the raptor clears the air of threats and the f 35 takes out ground targets with the f 22 holding air dominance

[@MrElis420]

@@seanmorris2738 Did I ever say an F-35 was the equal of the F-22? No. That's why the job of the F-22 is literally all fighter, dogfighting air dominance from BVR. F-35's working in tandem with F-22's is the cream of the crop as you said, but F-35's can also do the missions of multiple different planes and actually have better instruments and avionics than the F-22 for those roles. The F-35 can also carry AMRAAMS for BVR fighting but in a dogfight have slightly less capability than an F-16.

[@britishmalayasociety]

@@MrElis420 It acutally depends on the loadout the F-35 has. The only way an F-16 can outclass an F-35 on combat load with internal missiles, is if the F-16 has a combat load of fuel, and no missiles. F-35 has a really high thrust to weight ratio, it can carry weapons internally saving drag and aerodynamics, it has more thrust than the F-22! See US military exercises, it's got a kill ratio of 28-1. Pilots with little experience on the F-35 find it easy to fly. On a Red Flag 2019 exercise, one F-35 pilot with 8 hours on the clock for that type, saved a F-16 veteran with 3,000 hours on the type, because he didn't see the jet behind him. That F-35 pilot with 8 hours, "killed" 4 jets that day. And you're right. F-22 is actually being upgraded to get the F-35's systems and software.

[@butter1912]

Nice vid! I think you guy should try the CIWS (also known as Close In Weapon System) also here a vid of it firing called “CIWS ‘PAC’ FIRE...”

[@corynydam2361]

The F-35 is not “better” than the F-22, despite being newer. The F-35 is a multi role platform, intended mainly for ground strikes and recon, but with some air-to-air capability. The F-22 is an air superiority fighter, meant to kill other planes. In a dogfight, the F-35 wouldn’t even last one turn with a Raptor. However, it has better sensors, better comms, and can fire in almost any direction at any time. Both are considered 5th generation fighter jets.

[@deadshot4245]

Absolutely correct. That raptor can snap some serious aoa in a one circle and even then how much are the pilots tapping into its full potential

[@tojassargaja2085]

f35 is better interms of cost. And maybe thats more important than dog fight capability, in most situations they useing jets. So its questionable what count as "better".

[@deadshot4245]

@@tojassargaja2085 f-35 wouldnt survive a merge with a raptor not many things would to be honest. Its not just the dogfight its the fact its hard to lock and can get super fast at high altitude and sling fox-3 from an impressive distance making the minium abort range difficult to navigate. if you can lock the target to know its distance its hard to predict the minium abort range

[@tojassargaja2085]

@@deadshot4245 I understand that. My point is that maybe all that are not important compared to the cost they have to pay for someting they dont even need. Like would you buy a phone for 1000 dollars with tons of features you dont need, or rather buy a phone for 100 dollar with the features you want to use?

[@corynydam2361]

@@tojassargaja2085 It’s not about better or worse. The two platforms are designed for different things. Both are the best at those things, but fall short outside their area of expertise. When asked, every pilot who has flown one has preferred the F-35 over any earlier generation plane. Also, being cost effective isn’t just about saving money or getting votes in Congress. It’s a genuine strategic advantage for any military asset. For example, in WWII, the Tiger II was far superior to the Sherman tank used by the US. However, because the Tiger was so expensive, the US could afford to field something like 30 Sherman’s for every one Tiger, and keep them repaired and fueled. The same held true of most other German equipment. It was better than what the Allies had, but so expensive as to become cost prohibitive.

[@barbperry424]

The best professional commercial I have seen on You Tube! Great job!

[@amandaaiman6722]

Hi from Pennsylvania This was a great video Side note to Atlanta, you did a great job on your video for Pennsylvania's state food👍👍👍

[@patrickreeves6552]

Im sorry for not doing this sooner, i love your family and am inspired by your enthusiam to learn.

[@shaunvlog]

I know zero about military equipment but some of these planes look maaad - nice video folks

[@samanthgail4582]

i watch you guys video, to see what a happy family looks like. i never had a father, just me an mom my hole life, she died last Wednesday. i love watching yopu guys an the vehicles TY

[@Supragt]

Hi from Singapore but I am currently on holiday in brisbane Australia 🇦🇺. Singapore air force has ordered 12 F35B. The only south east asian country to buy it. Love ur videos 🇸🇬✈️🌏

[@kerrycrane3394]

Hello New Zealand Family! I am pretty new to watching KZbin and reaction videos. I am a United States Naval Veteran. I served aboard the U.S.S. Carl Vinson, CVN 70, a Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier from 1998-2002. While aboard that ship I was lucky enough to visit Perth, AUS and Hobart, TAZ. I will admit, those were my favorite ports, and I vow one day to take my wife one day. While I was in Hobart, a local family "adopted" me for a weekend. That was my favorite experience during my service. During my off-time on the ship, I would climb up to "Vulture's Row" to watch jets, airplanes and helos take off and land. Check out the retired F-14 Tomcat. That and the F-18 Hornet were the most used in my service days. You are a beautiful family, and your reactions and other videos are genuine and amazing! I do have a gift I would like to send, but I am still new to all of this and I don't know how to privately message.

[@kerrycrane3394]

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[@michaelbateman8469]

Congrats on your first sponsorship. I hope many more follow. The Vertical Take Off and Landing (VTOL) capability was requested by various militaries in the multinational alliance that helped pay for this jet. When the Brit RN carrier Queen Elizabeth received her first two planes, they were piloted by two civilian test pilots that practiced bost short runway style takeoffs and landings as well as VTOL. Those two guys literally wrote the manual for the RN on how to conduct F35 operations on a carrier. When the squadrons arrived at the ship some months later, the entire airfleet embarked with no problems because they had the manual and practiced in advance. Now HMS Queen Elizabeth is fully combat capable.

[@philstone3859]

That was very clever and creative incorporating the whole family in the sponsorship. Points! I have a feeling they won’t be your last.

[@mlwise24]

I work for Lockheed Martin in Marietta, Georgia, on the F-35 center wing build. I am a quality inspector. I also built the B-2 and the F-22. NZ does not have any fighters but Australia has 72 F-35's

[@rigdgaming]

Fun Fact. It kind of showed it in the video with the HUD portion, each helmet is formed and fitted perfectly to each pilot. They have their own helmets not swappable. ;)

[@climbjt]

Used to watch the Blues every year at Miramar. Such a rush “ feeling” the power of jet aircraft up close

[@Its_just_rand]

Congratulations you guys ! Excited to see you announce a sponsor ☺️ & I loved the way you tied it in with the video! Very creative ☺️

[@juicesghost8501]

not gonna lie that was the most entertaining ad content i think ive seen on you tube.

[@stevem2601]

Just for your info -- The F22 is not less advanced or more advanced -- the two are just for different markets and for different roles. The F22 is strictly for the United States Air Force. It's also just made for air-superiority. In other words, it's meant to kill other enemy aircraft and allow the United States to control the sky. The F35 was manufactured to have the same stealth technology for the Navy, Marines and export to other friendly countries. The F35 has three versions, the long-runway version, the carrier based version and the Vertical Take Off and Landings version (takes off like a helicopter). The F35 is also a multi-role aircraft (in other words, can be used for a variety of missions) as compared to the F22, which is only meant as an air-superiority aircraft. So one is not more advanced than the other, they are just used for different things. Hope this helps!!!!

[@jimbokimbo180]

I work at a base where the F35B is stationed and let me tell you the sound from these jets is insane. You feel the vibrations going through your entire body and can’t even hear yourself talk. You have to put conversations on hold until they are far enough away to be able to hear again.

[@CDRhammond]

Ya we have to use hand signals because its so loud especially on an aircraft carrier that even when we are standing next to someone it's next to impossible to hear. So hand signals are used when moving aircraft around which are always two handed. One such hand signal you see a lot in movies is the two hands held over head which then turn into fists, this signals to the pilot to stop moving, in a carrier situation when they are getting ready to launch on the cat after this signal is given the Catapult officer (Yellow shirt better known as a shooter) will then lower the right arm down signaling to lower the front catapult bar on the front landing gear that attaches to the catapult shuttle. Other hand signals such as direction to turn are a bit easier to identify for someone outside of aviation (turn right given at 4:52).The hand signal for forward movement is also demonstrated in this video with both hands held above the head at 90 degree angles and moved in a shaking manner.

[@camerongiannopulos6952]

Each helmet cost $400,000. They are made specifically for that pilot. They are molded to their heads for the perfect fit. I’m also glad this video shouted out Hill Air force base. If you end up seeing this comment. I’ve sent you a short video on instagram of an F-35 flying over my area. I’ve got a few videos some of them flying in formation. It’s really a breathtaking experience to hear and see them in person.

[@pnewton3953]

My husband was an Aircraft Electrician for the Department of Defense at Naval Aviation Depot Pensacola until they closed the program. Finished the rest of his DOD career in North Carolina, then was a contractor for Raytheon and other contractors till he retired. The amount of wire on Aircraft is unbelievable!

[@donb7113]

Hill AFB was one of the first units to be given the F-35. I see them fly over my house once in a while. Naval and marine variants of the F-35 used vectored thrust for vertical takeoff from carriers and small roads.

[@maxwellmoore8424]

You've got a beautiful country mate .probably one the best in the world, respect from the UK 🇬🇧 👏

[@stubbystudios9811]

I See the love for planes you guys should look at the old and the newer generation thinks that we have

[@unklebacon44]

Keep up the good work Kiwi family. The look on Atlanta's face on the vertical takeoff was awesome.

[@jaredhancock5154]

You asked in an earlier video sbout seeing these fly overhead. Hill AFB is in my state, and I still look up every time they fly over. And, yes, it's an amazing sight to watch one right after another and another to fly overhead.

[@trizda8551]

I live right next to Hill Air force base here in Utah so I get to see these f35s flying around all the time.

[@thumper7047]

I live next to an F-35 base and they can take off straight up and down, they can also fly sideways, backwards and of course, forwards. They are a bit load compared to the F/A-18s (also stationed here). I have a video of one showing off for us, it flies sideways and backwards and spins in place (slowly), none of that is classified. All I can say is that; just like modern day cars, the more moving parts you have, the more problems you can have. But when they all are working, they are amazing.

[@kenjackben]

I love watching these videos cuz I forget just how unimaginably amazing these vehicles actually are because I've seen them before

[@sigmundhightower1766]

Yes, this aircraft can take off vertically and engage in flight. During flight, it can essentially slow down, hover mid air and then return to flight. Quite an awesome feat of engineering.

[@mathewmacias8353]

Its cool seeing all of the hill afb tailnumbers that I worked on in this video. Especially the 5180 bird in its beast mode configuration at 5:05. We were deployed in that footage.

[@herrera3499]

I echo anyone who mentions your Sponsorship! That intro was amazing! Congrats, NZ Family!

[@TonyN737]

The Four Finger formation is just 2 sets of 2 fighters, called a “4 ship”. To those who said the “Missing Man” formation, that’s when one of the planes goes vertical up and away from the rest of them.

[@jorgejimenez-velez648]

Nice to see you got a sponsor. The original top gun craft was an F14 Tomcat. The new one is an F/A 18 Hornet. Two entirely different aircraft built for different purposes. The F14 was a fleet defense Jet while the F/A18 is a multi purpose aircraft. I have seen all of these aircraft in airshows here in Florida and New York. They are amazing to watch and their stunts are jaw dropping. Hopefully you get air shows there and get to see the two modern ones. Keep up the good reviews i try to watch you as much as i can.

[@anthonyarashnia1934]

First I would like to congratulate you guys on getting a sponsor that is awesome!!! I live less then 1 mile away from Hill Air force base. the base is quite literally in my backyard couple houses behind me then the fence with barbed wire. Hill Air Force base has the most F-35 at the moment unless it's changed sense the last time i checked. When they got them they did a big flyover with all the F-35S it was way cool to see that many line up(You can check out the video on youtube). One of the benefits living so close to the base is I can watch the air show from my own backyard.

[@KCOBAINZ67]

I love you guys. FROM TENNESSEE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

[@lyricaltraveller]

The vertical take off version was specifically built for the Marines and Navy. it is known as the F-5 B and C variants. the A variant is meant only for the Airforce and export.

[@AlanPlaks]

Think you meant the F-35 B & C not the F-5.

[@jeffreywinters8060]

Not quite. Only the B version has VTOL capabilities. The C version (Navy) is built for CTOL( carrier takeoff/landing).

[@lyricaltraveller]

You are correct.