Soviet Aircraft of WW2 | Legendary Test Pilot Eric Winkle Brown Talks About Soviet Planes

[@Dronescapes]

More videos about legendary Eric "Winkle" Brown (playlist): kzbin.info/aero/PLBI4gRjPKfnOzI39MG3ILpQkxPpgoZk4n

[@mikefallwell1301]

Does anyone know the backstory on the cancellation of the miles 52, is there a wittle connection?

[@andrewnorgrove6487]

Thanks so much

[@bordenbizelle292]

* )ove WW2 SHORTS

[@Dronescapes]

@@mikefallwell1301 there was a Whittle connection…We will release soon an interview with Eric Brown about it

[@mikefallwell1301]

@@Dronescapes I can't imagine that the whole story will ever come out, these decisions must have been made at the very highest level and could have had a very significant impact on the war. In fact on many of the wars fought since then. Has anyone from Power Jets written anything?

[@jdmmike7225]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, when a documentary has Captain Eric Brown in it you know it's gonna be good. His achievements and knowledge are amazing. Most types of aircraft ever flown. Most aircraft carrier landings AND take offs among many other achievements. We all salute you Mr. Brown and thank you for all you did for the world.

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[@moss8448]

history absourbed prevents recurrence

[@jdmmike7225]

@@moss8448 Hit the nail right on the head Sam.

[@moss8448]

@@jdmmike7225 we owe it to people like that to remember plain and simple

[@busterdee8228]

Agree with all AND he can convey it perfectly to a wide audience.

[@gchampi2]

So glad to see this. I had the honor to meet Capt. Brown in winter 1982. I was a plane mad 8-year old, with a father who was a flight engineer for BA, on Tristars. As a family, we were going on holiday to Canada, flying in to Montreal, using BA's staff travel facility. Due to the plane being fully booked, Mum and I got the last two available seats on the plane - the cockpit jump seats. (As Dad was working that leg, this was allowed back then.) When the Purser informed the flight crew that Captain Brown was on board, the Captain invited him up to the cockpit to show him around. For some reason, this made my Dad nervous - turned out Captain Brown was his old CO when he was based at Lossiemouth, and remembered several embarrassing stories of Dads impetuous youth... As I recall, Captain Brown spent a couple of hours chatting with the flightcrew - long enough that Mum ended up going back to his seat so that he could use the jump seat she'd been using. Subjects covered included a variety of aircraft that Capt. Brown had flown (I was very excited to hear his impressions on the Vought Corsair, as it was my favorite at the time), some of the people he'd met, and so on. He seemed quite interested in the capabilities of the Tristar, as it was the only Cat III capable (zero visibility autolanding) aircraft in use at the time, and took the controls for a brief time, to "get a feel of the bird". I'll admit, a fair bit of the conversation was technical enough to go right over my head, but he was happy to answer my "dumb" questions, in terms that I could understand. In short, he was a gentleman. In hindsight, I wish I could've met him when I was a few years older, and more able to appreciate the experience. I would also have loved to hear the story of "the landlord's goat", something that made Dad blush like a tomato. Never did get that one out of Dad...

[@TeddyBear-ii4yc]

Re: "wish I'd met him years later to ask him Qs" It'll be why he's happy to record these films. He's recalling his life but he's also giving back and maybe bringing on the younger*, if you follow. *which is how he became a "test pilot" as the Navy, always ready to encourage the talented, put him there as he was 'good at deck landings'. Do the police and army/AF do that?

[@timcross2510]

The greatest test pilot that ever was born. His skill as a pilot is understood. His greatest asset was his ability to communicate and convince people as regarded his insights. Thousands upon thousands of lives saved by this humble man. I value most the collection of books called Air Enthusiast. It contains hundreds of his articles discussing his efforts to learn about flight.

[@CarlSöderquist]

One of the most interresting interviews I have ever seen.

[@wellitsjustG]

Gut wrenching at parts. Many many many thanks for recording this and most of all thank Mr Brown for his service.

[@Dronescapes]

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[@momotheelder7124]

He was such a good communicator, gets to the interesting points without any meandering.

[@JamesLaserpimpWalsh]

Thankyou uploader. Listening to the great man himself describe things is pure gold.

[@Dronescapes]

Do not miss his playlist! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoS1cpeQr7esmcU

[@phann860]

A life well lived, his achievements are humbling, the remark "the little un's last longer" is priceless.

[@williamkennedy3837]

I don't like long videos. Captan Eric Brown made it worthwhile.

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[@CliSwe]

I just love the matter-of-fact way he describes meeting all these giants of history. To him, it was just another day at the office. An incredibly talented and courageous warrior.

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[@Dave5843-d9m]

Ditto the way he described being hit in the face and concussed yet still managed to land on the tiny escort carrier.

[@maryannmoran-smyth3453]

Eric Brown is what you call a legend. He Experienced so many aircraft in his life and knows so much about the subject. It’s always a pleasure hearing him because he is spot on and he did it in real life. They should write a movie about this guy anyway, keep on rockin

[@trevorfry712]

What a man, a true hero yet totally realistic. An unmissable documentary. Thank you.

[@Dronescapes]

Thank you Trevor! You should not miss his other videos, including his truly amazing biography. We also have more coming: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoS1cpeQr7esmcU

[@BLD426]

We've had a lot of great pilots in the U.S.A. but, I think Captain Brown is the GOAT.

[@nealm1814]

Thanks for another video about the best pilot who ever lived.

[@spurgear4]

It's really lovely of him to mention the ground crew.

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[@mpersad]

What a terrific interview with the incomparable "Winkle" Brown. Great use of archive film, illustrations and graphs. Outstanding video.

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[@stuartwhelan233]

My god the best documentary l have ever seen on KZbin what a absolute bloody hero...Lest we forget....

[@kallekroon7536]

Mr Brown is thw greatest pilot I ever heard to talk!

[@intercommerce]

He had the ambition, the courage, and the competence to fly anything; and he lived to tell about it on video for the world. Test Pilot extraordinaire.

[@FATBOY692011]

He talks so matter of fact about things that could've killed him. No boasting, just an appreciation of what was to be done and hiw he would do it. Aviation will never have another Eric 'winkle' Brown.

[@garyhooper1820]

An amazing man , with a very busy Angel looking after him . I never tire of his narratives .

[@yanniskouretas8688]

A true legend in every sense of the word , whose the life , every aviator would love to live ....

[@Dronescapes]

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[@johnlaccohee-joslin4477]

Having spent time on carriers and have to agree that you really do need that motivation to improve. This man really did do it all and without i think knowing how much his knowledge effects flight we see today. A really great video, i dont think anyone who has seen it will forget this man.

[@--Dani]

What a life lived by Capt. Eric Brown, RIP, a national treasure if one was British. 👍

[@davidnoel2977]

Mr. Brown was one of the greatest test pilots of all time. He contributed beyond measure to military aviation. Thank you sir. You will be missed dearly. Salute 👏

[@frankfischer1281]

Captain Eric Brown was not only a great pilot, but also a keen observer of all types of aircraft.

[@mkendallpk4321]

As an American, while we have our own heroes of aviation. Captain Brown is one of the very special few who stand head and shoulders above them all.

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[@Farweasel]

Given that, you've reall cause to be pleased by his views on the F86 Saber & F4 Phantom On the latter point (Phantoms) Aircrew interviews have a video here with Tug Wilson (RAF) BIG fan of Phantoms (Haws & Hornets too for that matter)

[@Farweasel]

@@ElectroAtletico Interesting to see the censorship in action here in response to my reply to taht piece of chauvanism ..... Which KZbin deleted because, well, apparently some truths must not be spoken.

[@davefloyd9443]

​@babboon5764 Well said. I doubt those two legends thought it was a contest either. They were too busy dancing on the razors edge between life and death to care about such piffle.

[@soultraveller5027]

@@ElectroAtletico Eric brown achieved more deck landing on different aircraft then any pilot in aviation history, over4 2.400 , one more thing pal your American apple pie war hero ''chuck Yeager'' achieved the speed of sound the breaking of the sound barrier, but they didn't get there without Winston Churchill help matey, you americans visited Britain and knew the British were testing jets to break the sound barrier, Eric talks about this episode in he's years as a test pilot at RAF Farnborough and RAF Bascom down ( it's posted on youtube right here ) he remembers the day Britain was on the verge of achieving breaking the sound barrier first using jet engines not rockets until an order was issued by Churchill to stop and and hand over everything to the you lot , aircraft design the lot, basically you americans were having trouble with high speed turbulence shockwaves around the rear tail assembly causing your pile of shite plane problems in control at the approach to the sound barrier, you were stuck. you cunts didn't have a clue to solve it ,you lot came over to the UK begged Churchill for assistance and stole all the hard work all the data like bunch of whining thieves and took away the British designed power operated stabilator it was basically a all moving rear tail the key to supersonic flight you yanks didn't have a clue to solve he problem the Muppet chuck Yeager didn't even acknowledge the brilliant British aircraft engineers who helped him achieve breaking the sound barrier, but you can say we helped save your limey ass in ww2 well we can say we won the battle of Britain without you we won the battle of the Atlantic with out your early support you were still natural weren't you we the British took on the u boats and broke the unbreakable enigma code and without you, and don't forget without the British no GI joe would have got to Normandy 1944 to liberate France,. if it hadn't been for british ships carrying the GI joes oh and all the money we borrowed from you the war loan, we paid back every nickel Dime Cent and Dollar . Was paid back the last cheque was signed by the British bank of England in 2005 to then the British prime minister Gordon brown we don't owe you bellends anything .

[@Robin6512]

I’ve had the pleasure of seeing him live when he had a podium at my workplace and talked to him. A brilliant story teller, extremely entertaining and very modest.

[@RLD_Media]

If we all could be so lucky to have a guardian angel like his. Amazing man.

[@theonlymadmac4771]

Brilliant as all videos with Mr. Brown

[@Dronescapes]

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[@ronradar11zv5]

What a wonderful documentary , to be able to hear in his own words his experiences and thoughts on his career is truly fascinating . The things he accomplished over his lifetime is amazing and the fact that more folks don't know about him and his contributions is sad . Great documentary !

[@Dronescapes]

Thank you Ron!

[@briankay4713]

What an amazing gentleman ....I could listen for days to him and his fabulous recollections .... The word is used too often ....but this guy is a legend of aviation ... Great channel ...Great film 🎥 🎞

[@Dronescapes]

Thanks for listening 👍🙏♥️

[@XxTavoRxX]

too funny, that's exactly what I came to write. I enjoyed this interview immeasurably, and would love to have a drink with this gentleman and just let him talk

[@brinkee7674]

So glad folks were able to capture the legends on film like R A Bob Hoover and Eric Winkle Brown. Two pilots that were the best there ever has been

[@Dronescapes]

@@brinkee7674 thank you Brin

[@1joshjosh1]

This glued me beginning to end

[@Dronescapes]

Thank you for watching and if you liked Eric "Winkle" Brown, do not miss his other documentaries on the channel, including his biography. Here is the playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoS1cpeQr7esmcU

[@JohnnyRocker2162]

Im just reading Wings On My Sleeve again and it's a must read for anyone interested in aviation from WW2 - 60s. Eric famously flew the Luftwaffes late war aircraft and describes them all , good and bad.

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[@anthonywilson4873]

Read it too, a fantastic read. The Day of the Typhoon is also a must read.

[@richiephillips1541]

Excellent video. Enjoyed every minute of it.

[@Dronescapes]

Awesome, thank you!

[@chris5634C3PO]

What a man! I salute you sir. A true British legend and hero.

[@whirledpeas3477]

Thanks for your service Eric and rest assured you will never be forgotten 🙏

[@Dronescapes]

Well said

[@moss8448]

when Mr Brown speaks of a plane, you know it's the real deal. truly in the pantheon of great pilots. his eye to hand coordination had to be remarkable not to mention his powers of immediate deduction.

[@Dronescapes]

Well said. Thanks for watching

[@jdmmike7225]

No doubt. His career & insight led me to one of my favorite fighters as a kid, the English Electric Lightning. While the F4U Corsair is still my favorite as my family helped build them here in Stratford CT during the war, especially my great grandmother who worked at the Pratt and Whitney plant across from Chance Vought, the Lightning is a close second. To me it is just a beautiful aircraft that really never got it's due.

[@moss8448]

@@jdmmike7225 wow. DNA talk and thanks. flight has always fascinated

[@jdmmike7225]

@@guaporeturns9472 Looks is a personal preference thing for sure. I've met people who thought the Corsair was ugly as well. It doesn't phase me, everyone is entitled to their own opinion.

[@samrodian919]

@@guaporeturns9472 cool yes hideous? NEVER mate!

[@plunder1956]

During & after WW2 he flew more aircraft types than any pilot alive. Even the ME163 rocket fighter. That one nearly killed him - on landing he was trapped inside it. An amazing guy.

[@thomasdillon7761]

It is a rare delight to have this veterans eyewitness account of history for posterity.

[@Dronescapes]

Do not miss the other great videos with him. We just posted a new one and we have a dedicated playlist of exclusive interviews with Eric Brown

[@rocknral]

Just to have dinner with this bloke would have been a dream. 400+ different aircraft flown will never be beaten

[@kentl7228]

Awesome channel, supplying gems of history beyond the cliché

[@Dronescapes]

Thank you so much Kent!

[@jdavison8551]

@@Dronescapes fascinating interview & illustrations. Thanks for putting this together.

[@Dronescapes]

@@jdavison8551 Thanks for watching J

[@Leptospirosi]

Mr. Brown forgot to mention one thing about a good pilot: it has to be intelligent: may be a bit risk loving but never reckles. Stupids usually put themselves in that situation they can't get out of sooner or later.

[@danranquist502]

Thanks to the pilot for his service and story, and thanks to the channel/staff... cool Sunday stuff for sure!

[@Dronescapes]

Thank you so very much Dan

[@danranquist502]

@@Dronescapes more than welcome..

[@arvo56]

What a great honest guy! Narrator good too!--thanks.

[@Dronescapes]

Here are more videos with him, including his amazing biography: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoS1cpeQr7esmcU

[@garymills562]

What a professional, always an amazing learning experience, appreciate these videos.

[@Dronescapes]

Glad you like them!

[@fatbass22]

Could sit for days listening to this incredible man

[@Dronescapes]

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[@rod4095]

Fascinating. Wonderful to hear this first person

[@michaeltelson9798]

The progress of aviation in WWII can be seen in aircraft flown by various units. I was interested in RAF 263 squadron and it’s aircraft. It started the war in Gloster Gladiator, used them in Norway but lost most of the pilots when the carrier bringing them home was sunk. After reforming they flew Hurricanes for a short period before transferring to Westland Whirlwind. After pro the Hawker Typhoon. Again reorganizing from a different unit to the Gloster Meteor. From biplane to jet fighter in 5 years.

[@Ioan_Iorgu]

Amazing, thank you! I want more!

[@Dronescapes]

You got it!

[@pile7819]

Wow, what a career. Hard to believe even half of those stories. Hats off!

[@byronbailey9229]

My hero but I am half Scottish and small like Winkle. I flew Vampire, Sabre, and Mirage 111O and can really understand how he was the GOAT.

[@Dronescapes]

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[@20chocsaday]

Congratulations and thank you.

[@flutter8712]

Wow thank you Mr Brown for being a living Aviation encyclopedia

[@Dronescapes]

Never hard that before about Winkle Brown. A fitting definition

[@duncs001]

Amazing documentary - very engaging. He is just so experienced.

[@Dronescapes]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@victor-uranium]

What a guy, he certainly got about! Exellent film.

[@Dronescapes]

Thank you Victor!

[@alexandermfernandez9283]

What an incredibly fascinating man . I'd give my right arm just to experience a fraction of this man's life . His contribution & dedication to Aeronautics is amazing , and if not for this video I would've never known it . Thank you so much for this fantastic presentation !

[@Dronescapes]

Wow, thank you

[@NPC-0013]

Oh my goodness this man’s life’s is amazing. If I hadn’t heard it from his mouth. I’d really struggle to believe all these crazy experiences he’s had. This man’s life should be made in to a giant Hollywood blockbuster movie for the whole world to absorb. People like this don’t happen very often. When they do happen I think we should all know about them and the outstanding feet’s they have done. Just to see the truly highest limits of human capability. So so inspirational!

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[@Modernnannenginemarineengine]

Incredible man formed in a crazy time . Very cool. And I understand the Hymn at the end ! For those lost at sea . God bless his tiny Boots

[@dennisdose5697]

His clear recollection of details from the past is always impressive. His mind is clearly sharper as an old man than many, perhaps most people are on their best day. It was probably an easy decision, every step of the way, to promote him. It would have been clear that "Winkle" Brown could handle the task.

[@andriy1000]

What a brilliant documentary!

[@Dronescapes]

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[@stefanbanev]

Especially about snow at Battle of Kursk...

[@pierremainstone-mitchell8290]

What a fantastic video! He deserves a movie about his life!

[@anthonykelly1368]

It’s interesting to hear some of the big picture points he makes regarding the Soviet vs German war. It’s consistent with the US commissioned German Generals written history after the war.

[@gordonwalker1975]

What an amazing and fascinating career this gentleman had, and to have his degree of accuracy in recall, and have it filmed to such a high standard, is a wonderful gift to future historians. Bravo all round.

[@Dronescapes]

Thank you Gordon

[@keithdurose7057]

Thank you for explaining this very complicated subject. I worked in Germany as a home help. The people that I cared for had many and varied stories from the second world war period. One was ex waffen ss. One was a survivor of the Russian gulags. One was a German married to a Jewish husband. Terrible experiences. Alliencies became very difficulr.

[@draganjagodic4056]

Remarkable life, remarkable experience indeed, captivatingly narrated.

[@Dronescapes]

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[@RogueBrit]

A truly remarkable pilot and lucky aviator to have flown some of the most secret and amazing aircraft of the war

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[@BlueMoonday19]

Incredible interview, what a great man.

[@Dronescapes]

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[@stefanbanev]

Yep, especially part about snow at Battle of Kursk...

[@MartinWillett]

The best ever pilot? I don't think he would claim that, but he would not deny being in the top one.

[@sailordude2094]

I remember his story of shooting down Condors but didn't know he miraculously survived a sinking. He has seen a LOT in his life! o7, Sir.

[@ralphtijtgat3233]

This was great, thanks.

[@Dronescapes]

You're welcome Ralph!

[@brianwilcox3478]

Fantastic Interview!

[@Dronescapes]

Much appreciated!

[@stefanbanev]

Especially about snow at Battle of Kursk...

[@GeorgeRuffner-iy7bm]

Mr Brown is one interesting man. I wish I had had a chance to know him. Thanks for this movie. 🎥😎👍

[@waynegallant4806]

I was on the Oct 1992 USAF Safety Board for the late Oct 1992 Class A of a USAF MH-60G Pave Hawk in a formation that crashed in the Great Salt Lake. The formation was a mixed gaggle of Air Force and Army Special Ops aircraft. The #4 aircraft was the mishap aircraft. The take aways were when on NVGs the Air Force training when going into IMC at Low Level was to climb to 500 feet and go on instruments. The Army TTP's was to slow down and visually reacquire the ground visually on NVGs two very different TTPs when on NVGs.. The lead aircraft was Air Force and he climbed to 500 feet and went on instruments #2 and # 3 were Army and the #4 aircraft was the mishap was Air Force. The Mishap Pilot survived and told us as the Army Helos slowed down per their TTP's that he saw the slime lights on the rotor disc and it appeared he was above the aircraft when he wasn't and he turned to avoid the aircraft as turned right to avoid them on NVGs the rotor disc lift deteriorated quickly and they impacted the water at 132 knots 20 degree right wing low. Lesson learned the TTP's should be common and followed the weather was marginal VMC to begin with but quickly went IMC. They were on NVG's where the decrease in reflected light after leaving the glare of Ogden over the lake led to a "black hole" effect with the loss of light.started the chain of events. This latest mishap may have similar findings.

[@Dronescapes]

Thanks for sharing

[@gordonpeden6234]

What a class act? a true legend, You couldn't make this stuff up.

[@Dronescapes]

Gordon, he was really an amazing person. I strongly suggest you to watch his biography and his take on German planes as well: Here is the playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoS1cpeQr7esmcU

[@gordonpeden6234]

@@Dronescapes Thanks for that. I've watched Eric a few times, and each time is a revelation, he is truly multi faceted. He even met Goering, Fascinating.

[@Dronescapes]

Yes he did, as he explains in the documentary. What an amazing life he had. Did you ever watch Frank Whittle's story? They also intersect with each other: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWG3ZWCOfJtkaLM

[@gordonpeden6234]

@@Dronescapes I'll check Whittle out, Thanks.

[@Dronescapes]

@@gordonpeden6234 I think you will be impressed

[@frankceeko4596]

Thanks!

[@Dronescapes]

Thank you so much!

[@marthakrumboltz2710]

Would have to put him up there with Bob Hoover. There’s no way an individual could fly so many different a/c and survive without doing near everything correctly. A true aviation icon.

[@Dronescapes]

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[@SuperUnknown1967]

Bob is an absolute legend, but Eric is in a whole different league.

[@coastie1961]

No offence against Hoover who was damned good but there is only one 'Winkle'. They broke the mould after he was created.

[@jackd1582]

Cripes... 'Muricans 😂😂Winkle was waaaaaaay above

[@marthakrumboltz2710]

After hearing his story of the Miles M52 jet aircraft in 1945 meant to exceed the speed of sound, one must recognize the similarities between this craft and the Bell X1 which eventually became successful as flown by Yeager in 1947. The difference being the jet intake aft of the cockpit on the Miles a/c, unnecessary on the Bell X1 which was rocket powered. Flying tail also.

[@mikefallwell1301]

Miles m-52 was powered by a Frank whittle powerjet engine. Rolls-Royce had the political power to block this development as it would have revealed to the public the poor performance of Rolls-Royce Jets.

[@JS-fe8sx]

The X1 was patterned after a 50 cal bullet because it was known to go supersonic smoothly. Work was started on the X1 before the US was shown the results of British testing. Rocket power was selected because at the time of design no existing jet engine could produce the thrust needed at the altitude contemplated. The flying tail at first was cobbled together after the X1 began flying, by using a modified trim mechanism to vary tail incidence to fly supersonic. Too bad the British did not go through with the Miles, a potentially great plane.

[@20chocsaday]

It was good to hear him speak about the reason why the Miles airframe was not the first through the sound barrier. Not politicians but engine trouble.

[@ianmcsherry5254]

I remember, decades ago, seeing an ME-163 up here at the East Fortune Museum of Flight. It was incredible to think of pilots flinging themselves into high altitude combat in what is a fairly tiny airframe. I didn't know then about the potentially lethal fuel it used. Just shows, perhaps, the sheer level of desperation of the Nazis, in trying to do something about the pummelling they were getting from the air, day and night.

[@castlerock58]

That was very interesting. Thanks for posting it. I have seen him interviewed before but I did not know much about his career. A remarkable man.

[@stoopingfalcon891]

As always, a totally riveting story about an incredible man. I was a member of the crew (radio operator) of HMS Ark Royal (RO9) in the 1970s, and hearing him speak about the Phantoms and Buccaneers of the flight complement brings back a helluva lot of memories for me. Thank you for giving me back those memories.

[@Dronescapes]

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[@einosiirila7093]

So appreciated of the wisdom and intelligence of the story being told and is very interesting in the least so hats off to you and the comrade's of your day and your story is history at it's finest thank you for this and with the technology that we have today no one has any reason for not learning you'res and for that matter anything a person wants to see and learn 👍⚔️

[@einosiirila7093]

A little cheese at the end but what I meant was there is no reason for anyone capable of looking at the internet should not be able to learn are history and be able to see the couragest people that made are country who it is and the reason why we don't have countries trying to invade are land's!

[@jackpicknell7724]

❤an absolute pleasure to listen to the stories of this amazing man,I salute you sir

[@Dronescapes]

Thanks for listening

[@billy.g3597]

I can recommend Eric Brown's book, " Wings on my sleeve ". Extraordinary times make extraordinary men. Eric Brown was definitely one of them.

[@Omega30t2RG]

His memory was just astounding. Amazing man!

[@Dronescapes]

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[@jb6027]

Excellent video for the greatest pilot who ever flew.

[@breto7131]

What a classy guy, someone we can all look up to. Pilots pilot. Great pilot, better man

[@pplusbthrust]

Amazing story. Man and machines, flying machines, all machines, but especially flying machines.

[@Dronescapes]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JohnnySmithWhite-wd4ey]

Captain Brown is a legend.

[@donaldparlett7708]

RIP Winkle Brown you had the right stuff.

[@Dronescapes]

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[@ianseddon9347]

Fabulous- the greatest of the great- I wish the were more like Winkle Brown!

[@Dronescapes]

Well said Ian. We created a playlist for him: kzbin.info/aero/PLBI4gRjPKfnOzI39MG3ILpQkxPpgoZk4n

[@chrismac2234]

Diplomat, analyst, test pilot, The greatest naval aviator. There aren't many people like Winkle. Carlesburg don't make men but if they did he'd Probably be the best man in the world.

[@sblack48]

“Terrible thing to say but I enjoyed it”. Best quote of the video and tells you all you need to know about the man. Scots are some of the toughest people to walk the earth. Must be something in the water there.

[@spanishpeaches2930]

He was English ..London, by birth though. Adopted.

[@grahamcook9289]

This guy is a true legend. Why hasn't a feature film been made about him? Douglas Bader comes to mind. Winkle deserves the same recognition and acclaim.

[@Dronescapes]

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[@lorenzbroll101]

Remarkable person in history - how some survive so many near-death experiences is a total mystery.

[@drmoss_ca]

Never saw the first part of this before. Well done!

[@Dronescapes]

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[@franzliszt4257]

Fine human being, courageous beyond believe, compassionate and incredibly skilled. Honest and straight forward with excellent memory. I had no idea that the British would have been first with supersonic flight were it not for political intervention. RIP

[@MilitaryTalkGuy]

What a fascinating life he lived. Is there anything aviation related he didn't do? Even saw and chased a UFO. I bet he would be one heck of a guy to sit down and talk to. Imagine all the experiences he had and all the aircraft he flew. I'd love to hear more about his time in WWII.

[@Hammerli280]

Read Captain Brown’s books. He was a fantastic pilot, especially for carrier suitability…but his real genius was in his powers of observation and communication.

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Added to the fact he was a real nice guy!

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@@robertmatch6550 my pop served under him when he was in command at HMS Fulmar. As I said a real nice man as well!..

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Love how the images are correct for the topic, and that isn't common

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