Pulling 7Gs in an F-18 Fighter Jet With the Blue Angels

[@SamEckholm]

Hope you enjoyed this one! What aircraft would you like to ride in if you had the chance?

[@MusketeerTed]

I would love to fly the F-35!!!! It can do anything and is so fast!!!

[@S1su]

Su-57 so I could tell NATO all of it’s secrets

[@ilovedeertoes]

raptor

[@redpyro217]

If they were more around and available I would love to fly an f-14

[@saifullahmansoor2197]

f-15

[@Progs420]

Crazy that the pilot just talks normally while Sam has to try to breathe while those g's hit!!! Mad respect!

[@tacodias]

He talks normally and more clearly than the guy flying the 737s

[@teslamymaeve8407]

💯😂😂🤣⚰️

[@machibesalamy9424]

That was so awesome 👍🏼😎 wow 😲😳.love it. It's anyway if you can hook us up. Think about it.

[@josh_jc_cheng]

And the most crazy thing is BA pilots never fly with G-suit on.

[@UPGuy420]

For real.

[@darthbane6021]

The fact the pilot is talking to you while you’re struggling just shows how amazing these dudes truly are.

[@Chihuahuauno1]

Not really, it’s just all about tolerance and doing it over and over and over. Don’t make it more than it really is bro!

[@ericdement7865]

@@Chihuahuauno1 Yea... Hence why they are amazing, that's like downplaying a professional athlete to a Rec league player, repetitions are what makes them amazing.

[@mikejacobs2886]

That's not technically your aircraft. You fly it on behalf of the US military. Btw, put a Trump 2024 sticker on the vertical stabilizer.

[@GavinLucas-d4c]

@@mikejacobs2886you are one of the lowest iq individuals i’ve heard speak.

[@Kattro83]

It feels good to see such humble people

[@theflyingswissman2069]

Sam nearly passing out and the captain speaks like it’s nothing 😂, love it! 🔥🔥

[@billyb9089]

He did pass out but totally understandable.

[@BlackEagle352]

Man i would pass out at 1.1G lmao

[@imdeadfrl]

@@BlackEagle352 💀💀

[@owleeva]

I’m passing out just by watching! 😩

[@surf101-]

Pilot is a professional, interviewer is a rookie! Nothing surprising about rookie passing out!!!

[@hasaniennis442]

That was intense, brother!!!😮 Mad respect! You took 7gs man, whoo! Much, respect to the Blue Angles - what a ride!!!

[@Nyra890]

He passed the USAFA and he is an air force officer what were you expecting 😂😅

[@Ayman-pe4co]

​@@Nyra890he is a camera man

[@dylman5744]

Dude he can be happy that the pilot didn’t bust the G-Limiter! 10Gs would have destroyed me and him…😂😅

[@mrspecs9211]

@@dylman5744 dont think theyre allowed to outside of combat, cos theres a reason the Gs are limited - that stuff can bend the airframe

[@Zaiyts]

Angels*

[@j.wickhamzimmerman60]

Thomas is my son, and it was great that a friend sent me this video. You did a great job, Sam!

[@SamEckholm]

He’s a legend!

[@B_9kn]

How amazing! Watching these videos give me chills! How incredibly badass! I hope in some lifetime I will be able to experience this! I hope you feel proud every time you see these legendary pilots! Real life superheroes!

[@lisaw7633]

How blessed to have a badass like Thomas for son 😊. What they do up there is just insane to me

[@Derr1976]

​@@SamEckholm Can you do a video about the ThunderBirds?

[@Vanikmobile]

I'm 40 years old. I don't have many regrets, but one that stands out is not following my calling to be a pilot. My dad gave me the aviation bug and would take me flying remote control airplanes when I was a kid. I still remember how proud he was when I landed my plane for the first time by myself, I was still in elementary school I was roughly 7 or 8 years old. I can still smell the fuel, and see the grass. You must be very proud of your son, what a legend.

[@mattleclair5520]

major respect for you and all fighter pilots out there!!! The majority of people don't realize how much work goes into flying a fighter jet !!!!

[@emarchelo]

No shit. Its not a bike lol

[@cherise5848]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😢😂😮🎉😅😂😊lol😅

[@JesiErin]

I love how humble they are. I imagine it takes a high level of humility to master something so difficult as part of a such a synchronized team. No room for ego.

[@Compact32]

Dude is just talking to you normally while you die 😂😂😂

[@rodriguezrogelio96]

This guy🤣tbh I was watching the video then homie just passed out I was like is this part of the show😮

[@Your_TribalChief]

It literally feels like your ribs are gonna collapse

[@UTIBE5]

Really 😂​@@rodriguezrogelio96

[@mikebutler7605]

The pilot never lost a breath. Go NAVY. They are awesome.

[@naah230]

i think during extreme g pilot hold his breath while he tries to breath

[@insanepolarbear]

13:02 - "Hey Sam, how are you doing?" - "Good". While at the same time, tilting the head like an owl, haha. For real though, it looks like a workout. It's impressive how the pilot is having a normal conversation while pulling those G's.

[@AndyHoltOutdoorUniversity]

My dad was the naval aviator for 21 years. Grew up in the 60s and 70s watching the Blues from Hawaii to California in Virginia. Much respect for the entire team the way they represent us. You did an awesome job in the backseat of number 7!

[@alexlohan2988]

Not Sam passed out in front of the most beautiful backdrop and music combo there has ever been. You fought hard! Very cool video and experience!

[@Because_Reasons]

It's incredibly to think about how much sheer athleticism it takes to fly, can't even imagine dog-fighting. Not only do you have to have the tactics, you have to be an absolute Olympic level athlete.

[@Sampoel]

Respect to blue angles for agreeing to this video. and as always undefined high cinematic videography, I have visited Belgian airforce days today and then saw your video, finished my day

[@onegreatpilot]

Hey Sam...you are a brave guy, dude! Those maneuvers are crazy and those guys in the Blue Angels team perform that routine every time there is an airshow around. Superhumans, and super pilots!

[@shykj8892]

Blue Angels! WIthout a single doubt, my favorite alongside the Black Eagles. It is insane to see how daringly skilled pilots show off their performance that has been acquired in no other than repeating of trainings, trainings, and trainings. Kudos to Sam, engineers, air controllers, and everyone associated behind the video.

[@rodriguezrogelio96]

Black Eagles another show stopper?😳how come I’ve never heard of them the name already gives me bad ass vibes haha

[@goonietoons2-797]

Don’t forget the Thunder birds 🔥🔥🔥

[@1900intz]

Sam. That was AMAZING! Thank you for taking us along for one hell of a ride. And total respect for the Blue Angels.

[@-Muhammad_Ali-]

Now, that gives a huge appreciation to pilots' abilities when they do the actual dogfight or when they try to shake off a missile from their back. Amazing how many struggle goes with your body when they show those nice tricks in airshows.

[@peters6454]

7gs is no joke! Incredible pilots and airplanes!

[@specialopssoldier1]

hell imagine hitting 9 lol.. i remember tito this former UFC fighter hit it at 9 g

[@michaelchimenti4989]

Saw the Blue Angels show at Guardians of Freedom in Lincoln, NE last month. LCDR Zimmerman did a fantastic job as narrator for the show. He knew the names and home towns of every single person on the team by memory, and he presented a 30 minute show without missing a beat using no notes. Military precision at its finest :)

[@PirateAndArmadaCo]

Live in Pensacola and get to watch their practices all the time on the water. These are the best of the best when it comes to naval aviation. I've been fortunate to meet quite a few of them, and they are all great people.

[@augl2702]

Amazing production as always, brother! What an amazing opportunity. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@amandajoslin-kk5zc]

These guys are absolutely amazing! I grew watching them as a military brat. You seriously got the opportunity of a lifetime to get to ride along. As an Air Force kiddo living on a C-130 airbase, I appreciate Fat Albert getting some love 😊.

[@Timmysyt]

Bert gets the praise of being the delivery man that never goes out of time

[@davidwolf226]

💙 This is to honor "Bert" and all of the F-18 Super Hornet crews. What an awesome experience flying in that Super Hornet, Sam. And, I was impressed with your Hicks maneuver, too. Not bad for a first-timer. 👍

[@aftech7268]

I used to work with pilots on F16s and F15s and i respect the work these guys do

[@Ronald7077]

How amazing is that. Can any reviewer beat that clip in 2023. You Tube needs to have category awards for these types of clips.

[@jdjr3640]

Went to school in Pensacola and went to the air show twice. Even got to see low pass practice flybys at school on occasion. It’s the most exhilarating and impressive demonstration I’ve ever witnessed. Your chest is rattled by the engines, hearing muffled (definitely wear ear protection) and your heart pounding. If you ever have the opportunity, you must experience the greatest air superiority show in the world.

[@mr.ajayjose]

Watched Blue Angels at Toronto last week. These guys are too good - I was grinning ear to ear everytime they flew by. Oh sneak passes are awesome.

[@rajivg9997]

Me too! Caught them at YYZ on the Labour day Monday morning for take off and return. Got some great shots

[@manishmohanta916]

Hey Sam… congratulations on becoming a 7g club member!!! I can relate that g lock with you.. and the cold air u feel on ur face and feeling of weightlessness ,,, awesome dude ur g -strainings were good… keep on showing such awesome videos!! Awesome 👍🏼

[@Carmelie-s8t]

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[@Carmelie-s8t]

Ft of duty mobile

[@Carmelie-s8t]

Hotel of duty mobile

[@Carmelie-s8t]

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[@Carmelie-s8t]

Like it say verdansk

[@lancefrasier200]

As a person who experienced the same thing.. that 7+G is extremely hard for any person or pilot… except these aviators here. I did see where you were flying in the “newer” blue angels.. superhornet. Congrats on that flight of a lifetime.

[@Minecraft-gw1jv]

Wow… Respect for you man. That takes ALOT.. you did amazing! Props to the Pilot for being an absolute Stud!!

[@scottficorilli859]

So much respect for these guys! So humble and appreciative. Love it! Great video!

[@mjohnson9563]

Another excellent video Sam. What a way to see you fight through all of those Gs. That was amazing. All four branches have some kind of air power and all of it is very cool and helps make our military the best.

[@IANSFIGHTERPICS_YT]

I’ve studied so much about these guys. It really incredible how they fly. Also, love the bud dude.

[@andresryan5901]

Andres

[@aconfusedazn]

Awesome video Sam! We can really feel the excitement! What an honor.

[@chandlercampbell9146]

Saw the Blues when I was maybe 8-9 yrs old. Military air show my mil dad took me to that I’ll never forget. They did a high speed low altitude pass. Maybe 15-20 ft off the ground and so close I remember thinking I could have reached out and touched the wing. Truly incredible aviators. Dust coming off the runway and then did a straight vertical pull up to 20,000. Insane pilots, nothing but respect for these guys and what they do.

[@ImARealHumanPerson]

I've never thought about it before Sam mentioned it. But it's wild how he's able to talk while pulling like that. Just a normal day at the office for them.

[@Volstrekthoon]

I saw the blue angels at a air show in Seattle during my trip to America in the summer vacation and it was the number 1 best thing I have ever seen in my life absolutely amazing video I really enjoy the content keep up the good work

[@mreed1685]

Amazing video, and that flight looked intense. Outstanding video production as always, but the flight itself was really impressive because they obviously didn't go easy on you.

[@anaquanaut]

So COOL! Thank You pilot Thomas Zimmerman "Franz Blue Angel 7" & entire United States Navy Blue Angels F-18 Super Hornet Precision Team, Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida & Scott Air Force Base, St. Clair County, Illinois, USA

[@HuntsmanBG]

Dude that was some real G-force, nice job

[@nate2807]

I'm pretty sure it was LCDR Zimmerman who did the narrating during a Blue Angels demonstration in Duluth MN summer of 2023. Apart from his aviation creds, I was also impressed by his articulation, poise, and honestly, keen memory. There is a lot that the narrator says and he spoke it all without skipping a beat, seemed so comfortable and natural. Was also great to hear one of the pilots was from MN. Our entire home state was very proud of her. Very inspiring.

[@jdslipknot]

8:40 Fighter jets doing unrestricted climb will never get old.

[@zckegi8943]

That must have been awesome, wow! Honestly, flying in a (fighter) jet is probably the only dream I have (or rocket, but that is doubtless the next level tho). Great video Sam, I am always excited to see new one!

[@monicaw5036]

Those men are flipping AMAZING!! Dude you did a great job hanging in there.

[@OfficialTWCobra]

I've been a huge fan and supporter of the US Navy Blue Angels for many years. 20 years of my life I loved them. I actually met the pilots when I was a kid. My aunt got me in to meet them and I also got a small toy aircraft of one of the Blue Angels Autographed. I salute the US Navy and the rest of our Armed Forces of the United States of America.

[@allahnab]

Blue angels are here in Fairfield, CA practicing today 3/14. Watching from my backyard💙

[@JeffKlinx]

bro, honestly you seemed done half way through the flight... I never realize how much of a toll it can potentially take on the pilot.. these guys are in excellent shape!! GREAT videos! Thanks

[@quentix8961]

i love your content you put so much effort in your videos you so underrated you every aviation geek should know about you

[@limvo1260]

OMG, that must be an incredible experience. Those pilots are truly extraordinary, flying at inches apart and doing crazy maneuvers. Thank you!

[@ScottHirons]

That was one of the best VIP ride videos I've seen. Great job all around!

[@bcrcndr]

Wow. What a ride! thank you for bringing us along. Thank you to all service men and women.

[@BryanBrosGolf]

Freakin great work Sam!!!

[@SamEckholm]

🙏🏼

[@jamesmattingly6089]

Man what an experience that would be. And you let us take part in it all. Thank you. Great video. Godbless!

[@chogrd]

Man you always know the videos I wanna see! Great work Sam stay safe out there

[@aviation-action]

Some of the best aviation videos are on this channel... AMAZING WORK!

[@wayneyadams]

6:59 Pilots steer ships, AVIATORS fly airplanes. Those men are Naval Aviators, the best flyers in the world, bar none. The F-18 Both the Legacy and Super hornet are insane aircraft. Imagine flying vertically upward.

[@Coasterdude02149]

This was the absolute coolest! Mad respect to the pilots for the discipline it takes to pilot those amazing jets and you for getting the chance to experience it!

[@andrewj9831]

Sam, forgot to mention that "Bert" also performs at shows too if she can. As her main focus is transport, and show support, she doesn't do all the shows. Best chances are the practice show, and the first day of a weekend visit. As the 2nd day, they tend to start parking for the return trip home....

[@gabeb1844]

Captains just up there chilling. Just another day in the office!

[@DeclanCW]

Watched them over the labour day weekend at the Canadian international airshow, amazing performance.

[@sweynforkbeardtraindude]

FLY NAVY!🇺🇸 From an USAF brat, who’s Pops drove a BUFF! Major props to you bro!

[@kirbydavis3466]

Great video Sam and thanks for sharing this awesome journey of yours, not only on the F18 but for everything you do. ❤ My preferred aircraft to ride would be more on WWII planes.

[@CabinetmanJeremy]

Those pilots are so special I don't even have words for how amazing those people are.

[@christinebarnes3493]

No punches pulled! Bravo 💙

[@alex-cf4dy]

Wow these guys must be so physically fit if they can keep a conversation going at 7 Gs while Sam looked like he was on his 500th push up then passes out lol

[@IndyNavy_]

I was waiting for naptime, you handled that better than most Sam. Kudos!

[@jacobb3063]

Air shows and monster truck rally’s. Things that make me feel like a kid again. Love this vid

[@johnduran1370]

I love the blue angels❤❤❤❤❤

[@goatie2913]

Very envious. I worked at many airports for nearly 40 yrs, ARFF. Had flts in quite a few different ACFT but never a military jet. You are one very fortunate young man.

[@Noahs_customs]

Went to the Scott afb air show and seeing this whole video was just joyfull memories

[@CrazyMcClainman]

As a fighter pilot myself I can say he took that like a champ

[@sweatplayz5331]

This is amazing! I personally know one of the Blue Angels. Number 2, his name is Chris, callsign "Cheese." Its amazing what they do.

[@danaredditt5609]

You are an incredibley brave man! 😲 I've always admired the blue angels. Y'all are amazing!

[@larrywjohnson]

It's a rush just watching you experience the G's! Outstanding video, sir!

[@stuartrollings602]

Howdy again! Have to add that this was an amazing educational episode and thanks to you and the entire Blue Angel community! Yehaw and saddle up!

[@masonkelley2367]

I was there when you filmed this! My JROTC was at camp and watching that day (yellow shirts). Such a cool video and hope to do that soon!

[@joshb1275]

One thing I’m miss most about being security forces was just sitting on the flight line guarding these beautiful airplanes . F22s , thunderbirds and blue angels were out at Hickam. It’s crazy to think the job I hated most is one I miss the most . Love your videos keep up the good work .

[@TTOS69]

My cousin was a Blue Angel! So cool to see them perform. Imagine them in combat... 😮

[@chrisc765]

hes TALKING during those G's those pilots are awesome

[@USAIRFORCE621]

While the Blues only switched to the E/F model of the Hornet in 2021 the actual Super Hornet has been in the USN inventory over 20 years, keep in mind that the Blues hornets are some of the oldest in the entire fleet, but more than capable of performing this type of precision flying, and fortunately being just down the road from the USNA I get to see sometimes two or three times a year if they also perform over Baltimore or at Joint Base Andrews!

[@charliejones6138]

Marines have never used the E/F model. They are AV-8B and Old C/D legacy hornet. Along with the F-35B now.

[@nickoop77]

12:37 goodnight 🤣

[@rikelmeumana4980]

Can't believe the blue angels pilot is talking while pulling 4-6 gs 😅

[@estellemelodimitchell8259]

Awesome video Sam for featuring the Blue Angels!

[@wrighty338]

Goodnight 🤣 How on earth do you pull these collabs off?

[@spicysnowman8886]

He's a photographer/press guy in the air force.

[@davethemagnificent2576]

Sam, you slept through the good part!😂 You are living the dream, getting to experience this. I love the ending when Sam can barley walk and the pilot is still running up and down the ladder.😂 Great video.

[@Doc_Roe]

I'm guessing you didn't have a G suit on either? Good job! This had to be such an amazing experience. That was a super long G LoC. Nvm the ending answered my question lol No G suit!

[@SamEckholm]

I definitely could have used one 😅

[@Doc_Roe]

@@SamEckholm I'd say for the first time in a fighter jet (I assume) and without a G-suit, you did really good! I'd give a leg to be put to sleep by a blue angel lol Awesome video, keep doing your thing

[@JohnShields-xx1yk]

My uncle piloted the F4 phantom in Vietnam when I was a kid, I was in awe, I don't think people realize just how hard 7G's is, you see here how even 5 G's is a lot of force. God bless America🇺🇸

[@liamburke1436]

"You navy guys inspired me to join the airforce"

[@SamEckholm]

The military

[@KoontzBand]

Goodnight at 12:30 Great job, though, Sam! That looks like an intensive workout. Cheers, from Pensacola!

[@nobletaco]

Goodnight 😂😂

[@golfncrypto1542]

These BA pilots just exude confidence. Thats the kind of soldiers I want in our military. Wow

[@Kanarka1]

They are playing with f18s, my country not having more than 12 rafales💀

[@jamesmcd71]

Good job. 7Gs ant no joke. I got a ride with the Thunderbirds back in 2014. I was young and stupid, so I told my piolet I could handle anything he could. He knocked me out on the initial climb. It was brutal. But I loved it.

[@alipourgholam1739]

Wow Lovely ride We are really proud of these pilots who defending our country.

[@MattHuey]

i couldnt do it!! my anxiety would be freaking!!😂😂 and puking!😬🙏 So God Bless those pilots!!🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@joeygarcia4076]

GETTING WORKED AT 5-7Gs. So savage. Killer video bud .. great nap too i bet. ...

[@robertcoyne8034]

That's awesome! Stoked for you, 7 is so professional.

[@Hwatzka2]

Born and raised in Pensacola. I always loved seeing the Blue Angels fly overhead weekly for practice

[@Daniel-ld7xs]

Amazing video! This video is amazing to not only show how awesome the Blue Angels are, but also how important it is to workout and be fit.