Struck by LIGHTNING! (And I didn't even get superpowers)

Telling the story of the time I was struck by lightning in an F/A-18.
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[@LostAnFound]

It's better to be on the ground wishing you were in the air than to be in the air wishing you were on the ground.

[@SmartassX1]

Don't worry, when you're in the air, it's easy to get to the ground.

[@gotafarmyet4691]

@@SmartassX1 That one made me laugh, but it is so true

[@tomast9034]

@@SmartassX1 :D:D thats one thing thats not avoidable.

[@mitchell1091]

Yep, one of the reasons I prefer to keep my boots on the ground.

[@texn8]

I got zapped in a F-4 a couple times over the years. The Gulf coast (as your learning) has got the worst weather in the nation, especially the coastal bend! Flash/bang and a RTB to find a dime sized scorched just behind the radome and a burnt static wick/eliminator. You guys the exception it seems. Glad you ck'd out. A little scary.

[@C420sailor]

Mover, Your story brought me back. I was struck by lightning in an F/A-18E over the Pacific about six years ago. Loudest bang of my life. The bolt entered between the nose gear doors, traveled down the center barrel, and left via the left vertical stab---blew a little chunk of it off. Every display went dark, cockpit got eerily silent. Got most of the avionics back. Lost the ADC, one FCC, NWS, and it lit off the DBFS. Dirtied up over the water, did a controllability check, and took a trap back at Atsugi. She flew like a champ. Jet was f'd and had to go to depot and didn't fly for a year. Only time I ever kissed the ground getting out of the jet. Good to see that you're in the T-38 these days---I'll have to live vicariously through you. I miss flying the jet like crazy. Be safe, brother.

[@CWLemoine]

Similar thing happened to me in the Viper. My wingman and I were struck coming home from a HUREVAC. Everything went dark and then slowly came back online. One of the worst spatial D incidents of my career.

[@kempiedempie670]

@Dimetime35c not an engineer or anything, but I would guess that a big airliner can fit much better lightning protection than a rather small jet.

[@throngcleaver]

@Dimetime35c Civilian jets have multiple static discharge wicks on the trailing edges of the wings, vertical, and horizontal stabilizer, normally near the tip. Most fighters don't have such adornments.

[@taylorkingtk6]

@@throngcleaver While I can't speak for all aircraft, the F-15 and F-16 have static wicks but they do not provide lightning protection. If anything, they get damaged by a lightning strike.

[@throngcleaver]

@@taylorkingtk6 I worked on F-15s at the factory for a short period, but was around them for 6 years. Never saw a single discharge wick on one. F-16s definitely have them. I know that discharge wicks are primarily for reducing the radio interference caused by the corona discharge, but I've also read that certain aircraft designs get a limited amount of lightning strike reduction with them. Most jets don't though. Lightning's gonna, do what lightning's gonna do: Fuck up your day.

[@cloud9847]

I love how they let you continue to fly around for ~1hr but then wouldn't let you walk to the ambulance.

[@supersoupss]

yeah they shouldve let the ambulance come pick him up from his plane and let a spare pilot bring his plane down

[@cloud9847]

@@supersoupss I'm pretty sure this was an attempt at being cute. You failed. Can't even say it was a nice try, tbh...

[@ghostly6175]

@@supersoupss Good joke

[@pistonburner6448]

@@supersoupss That's why they have air ambulances

[@Myuutsuu85]

@@cloud9847 That's called "being sarcastic", and they absolutely nailed it. You're the one who failed for getting whoooshed to hardly.

[@op25ttfd]

How have I not seen this video before? I am the guy in gear on the ladder. We were told he would catch the gear so first time he hit the deck and then took back off we thought it could be an issue with brakes and that is why he did not full stop on runway. I remember being really impressed that he was able to get that bird on the ground after that declared emergency. I even remember being toned back out to take you from clinic to E.R. I will refrain from commenting on the clinic and their EKG readings lol and the medic who took you is our EMS Chief. I didnt even know there was an article and photo in the paper.

[@briancrone]

What's up brother? I was in that squadron from 96 - 99. Was that your XO that got struck? I know 401 was reserved for the XO when I was in; the CO flew 400 ("nuts") . Also, was the River Rattler logo still on the hangar doors? If so, me and another plane captain drew and painted it from a cherry picker! Did you guys still share the hangar with that Marine helo squadron? Was the "Fallon shuffle" still a thing when you were there? Just curious...those were good times. New Orleans was definitely good duty.

[@op25ttfd]

@@briancrone actually CW Lemoine the gentleman who made the video was in the river Rattlers. Yes as far as I know 401 is still the xo's plane but I'm not sure if it was the XO who was involved in the incident. I myself I'm a firefighter at NAS New Orleans and that's me in my bunker gear on the ladder in the picture at the start of the video. 204 is in their own hanger and the Marines our next door and the hanger beside it.

[@loganmpe7559]

Calling him "Sparky" and then not giggling all the way through the video is the ultimate in subtle understated humor my man. Hahaha!

[@TridiverParanormal]

Base medics. I feel your pain. Im a retired AF Pararescueman. I had a really hard opening shock during a free fall jump that left the muscles in my neck really sore. An xray at the base clinic caused a panic and next thing I know 5 people are surrounding me with a c-collar. Just like you I got an ambulance ride (no lights or sirens) to the local hospital where the attending looked at my films and said "theres nothing wrong with you" and discharged me. Life in the mil.

[@stephenbutler3929]

Well, better to be safe than sorry. If nothing else, there's the $s invested in the training...

[@VoluptuousB]

For my birthday I bought the first book in the Spectre series, can’t wait to read it!

[@briancrone]

It was 20+ years ago, but I was a plane captain and line supervisor at VFA-204 from 96 - 99, and 411 was my airplane! I don't know if it's still there, but one of my plane captains and I painted the River Rattler insignia on the hangar doors summer '99. Miss my time there; we used to go to Key West for 2 weeks every other month. I counted up all the days we spent on detachment there, and it came to almost 7 and a half months! I grew up in an aviation-centric family, and I love your vids. If you ever make it back there, I hid $50 in the ceiling tile right above the door to maintenance control. I'd be surprised if it's still there, but never know. Take care brother!

[@Jhbs1217]

This story is legend at 204 people still talk about this . Glad both of you landed safely .

[@JakeLinderTheFirstOfHisName]

great story! would love more stories like this. just hearing the procedures you went through is super informational and interesting for guys that wish they did what you did!

[@CWLemoine]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brad_Ca]

Being an ex Air Force guy myself, I always enjoy these kinds of stories especially anything aviation related.

[@eazymoneyracing]

What a story! Our tanker (-135) got hit between PSAB and Kuwait. Put a gigantic hole in the radome and blew out the flood light in the tail. I will never forget the sound, the smell, and flying back on standby instruments because half of our panel went out. WX Rdr was not painting a thing! Needless to say our chicks had to find the reliability tanker in order to complete the frag. Love the page dude!

[@bryanschwitzke8966]

Dude your kids and grandkids will love your bedtime stories. Looking forward to an incentive flight with you one day.

[@knightonwarbeck1969]

My father flew RF-4Cs out of Shaw AFB, on exchange from Cold Lake, from 75-77. He was flying lead with a two ship. His Phantom got struck by lightening. It hit his left wing, went into his wingman's right wing, and exited out the nose. His wingman lost all instruments and just like Mover, Dad had to "guide" his wingman home. When the lightening exited the wingman's plane through the nose, it fried the radome. Dad said it was melted into something the size of a volleyball. Dad and his RIO and the other pilot and RIO were all okay. Thanks for the story Mover. Keep em' coming.

[@NovaScotiaNewfie]

What he fly at home? The CF-101 VooDoo I assume? Did you get to live on the USAF base for those two years? If so how did you enjoy it?

[@Tyrannosaurus_STFU_III]

Of course you have super powers. You've got Marines on your side. Semper Fi sir...

[@FrankRoosevelt32]

6:17 "I'm like 'dude I think we just got struck by lightning... which is non-standard comms." lol as a civilian this cracked me up. I'm sure there are codes for getting struck by lightning or or alien sightings and all that but still thought it was funny.

[@toddie4usa1]

Awesome job on getting your flight lead down safely! I'm sure a mother,wife, daughter and sister is eternally grateful for what you did!!!

[@toddie4usa1]

@@AIRWARFAREGROUP totally agree on the medal part!

[@Ripper13F1V]

@@AIRWARFAREGROUP If he was still in the AF, he would have!

[@Bananimal65]

Wow! I had no idea that the other pilot in that scenario was you. I came across the story (I presume you wrote it) while researching VFA-204 aircraft to paint for DCS World. I was so captivated by the story, as it was well written and the way it was written made me feel like I was there, I researched the incident further and found out the pilots's name. I painted his bird in one of my VFA-204 packs for DCS World too! And....hahahaha..... the name is Bananimal as in a cross between a banana and an animal. Pronounced "Banana-mul." I'll accept Ban Animal this one time though. LOL! J/K. Hey, thanks for the recognition and thanks so much for sending me a book. After reading your recollection of this incident, I have no doubt your writing skills are sufficient enough to keep me captivated! And, YES, more stories. The video during the story was awesome as well. I'm in VFA-204 heaven, no doubt!

[@Bananimal65]

Thanks. I Appreciate the comment. Now, if we could just pry Mover from his life long enough to feed him an AMRAAM in DCS, my life would be complete! Hahahaha!

[@PL4GU3d]

Bananimal65 right as I read this comment it gets mentioned in the video hahahaha

[@770valiant]

Really enjoyed that story Mover, thx for sharing. As a 'mere' forklift driver ( but at an explosives factory), nothing gets the pucker factor going more than when u carrying a pallet of nastyness and the sky goes very dark. We have limits on when to take shelter, but we aren't the ones moving at light speed...

[@7James77]

It's a damn good thing he made it. I know you don't prop yourself up on a pedestal and stick your chest out with pride in this scenario, but you did what a brother does for a brother and made sure he was able to go home another day. You did for him what you would hope a brother would do for you.

[@BUZZKILLII1]

Thank you for your service ! I grew up part of my life at the end of the run way and Beaufort Marine Air station in South Carolina . I saw the FA/18 when they replaced the F 4 s with the smokey Roles Royce engines.

[@vladbcom]

Just got your first book off Amazon, left 5 star + review. Thank you!

[@cspeckman1]

Pops was a 20 year Air Force and 16 year commercial pilot. Grandad was a SAC pilot and my uncle was a Prowler Navigator. Listening to their flying stories (even if I had heard them before) never got old. Keep the stories and experiences coming. Can’t wait to hear what the Tyndall Chapter brings...

[@jetfueljp4]

The filling blowing out and continued strafing is the most awesome thing I've ever heard ever. Lessons learned and happy landings. Better than no joy. I salute you sir.

[@billmain4090]

You talking him down deserves an AFAM. I love hearing stories of how we take care of our brothers and sisters.

[@jmcafee1959]

I can listen to your stories all day. Thank you for sharing. (former Air Force ROMAD from the early 80's).

[@theaceofspades485]

"You're going to have to do a safety report" Mover: I was hoping you clocked out for the day while I flew laps. 🙄 haha

[@28boudreaux]

Being a Sailor (and a Master-at-Arms K9 handler the Mover Security Forces shoeing he is an AF guy) and a lover of all things aviation. I love your videos!!! Keep up the great work and love your books as well.

[@Jromi]

I'm late to this party but you're both bad asses for pulling through that. I'm glad you're both alive to tell the tale.

[@oreroundpvp896]

Dude was struck by lightning and was still able to land the plane safely, thats pretty amazing.

[@lost4468yt]

Lemoine isn't giving himself enough credit here as well. Had he not realized soon enough and got the guy to drop to 10k ft, the guy could have become hypoxic to the point where he couldn't control the aircraft/couldn't take instructions/went unconscious. Had he not calmed the guy down and talked him through the second landing who knows if the guy would've been able to do it himself.

[@MayhemCanuck]

A little late to the party here, just started doing a bit of binge watching all your videos. Just amazing content and love this kind of story telling, I was glued to this one for sure. Great to hear it turned out OK for both you and sparky. Thanks for serving and again thanks for sharing the truthful honest content, a rare thing these days.

[@matthewbishop9342]

Wow ! Probably one of the best videos I've ever watched on KZbin. Thanks for sharing.

[@schwerter_1053]

20:17 “There's nothing heroic about it” holy shit sir that's the understatement of the century right there, what you did WAS heroic

[@charlesgagne9691]

Love the story, specially appreciate how Pilots in general put aside the ego and admit mistakes, violations and errors. It makes sense to suck up the embarassment in exchange for a lesson that can possibly save lives. Want more. TKS

[@jamesmcmanamy4704]

Kudos to you Mover for recognizing his problem. You saved his life.

[@mohawksniper79]

Dam bro glad you and your buddy are still here🤠👍

[@jessalynhaake8939]

Great video CW! I was apart of the erec team at VFA-106 and stood watch when parts started being recovered and brought back to the SAR hangar at NAS Oceana when our modex 411 delta model hit the apartment complex on BIrdneck Rd in Virginia beach in april 2012. I know the gravity of these situations being having been in aviation maintenance and working with the pilots and positive outcomes in these situations are a victory within themselves. Great work keep the vids coming!

[@07TSX]

You ARE a superhero! Thank you for your service!!

[@emileclede4510]

Yep. I was in police communication for thirty years. I do love good "war stories." A sprinkling of your once-upon-a-times would be top drawer. :)

[@ronmoore5827]

Great story, would like to hear more. Some of us who only have C-172 time in their logbooks are grateful to hear them.

[@AMBROSE6915]

Thank you for your service.

[@michaelschwartz9485]

Great story! I'm very happy you two are fine after what could have been horrible!

[@aaroncortright9860]

you and your comrades where very lucky and I'm glad that you all survived without any major injury.

[@eddiediederich7244]

Bro, that was a great story. I felt like I was there especially with the clips you added. Keep 'em coming.

[@tannerfraser8286]

At least he went back out flying bro and that’s badass both of you guys. I still get a little emotional you c an feel it bro.

[@LV_FUD80]

I was struck at night over Philadelphia, while descending on approach to McGuire AFB. I remember everything turning bright white for a second, and it sounded like a shotgun went off in the cockpit. It put a silver dollar-sized hole in the left horizontal stab. Other than that, and the unwanted surprise from Mother Nature, everything else was fine. We landed uneventfully about 20 minutes later.

[@Geomanb]

I am going through the 'older' videos on your channel that I missed - and man I bite my fingernails while listening. What an ordeal for both of you ... thank you for sharing this incident, happy to hear you both recovered from this

[@tuskegee87]

I know this is an older video, but I enjoy hearing some of the reality of being a fighter pilot or a pilot in the military in general. All your videos are inspirational and some humorous. Way to give back and "pay it forward". Keep it up!

[@GerbenWijnja]

What a story! Some years ago I also had a weird blackout while I was driving to work. About 10 minutes after leaving home, driving on the highway, out of nowhere I had no clue where I was. I didn't even know whether I was going home or to work. It was really terrifying, like my brain had just rebooted. I had to look at the road signs to figure out my whereabouts, and in what direction I was driving. I had not fallen asleep, I wasn't fatiqued... Luckily it has not happened again.

[@alantrail1647]

I am little late discovering your videos. I really enjoyed this story. I was TACP with 2nd Bn 7th Marines back in the mid-80s. Have been testing avionics and electrical systems and doing preflight for Boeing over 3 decades now. I remember in one of your videos you had said you flew the 737. I tested a lot of them in the early-mid 2000's when the 747-400 was bowing down to the newer 747-8. Over 2 decades testing 747s. I see that you are an author, and write a lot. I am an avid reader. Going to try out Archangel Fallen first, even though it is book three....its one on Audible, my eyes aren't so good anymore, but I do did want to reach out and say thank you.

[@JonHeckendorf]

Great story. I'm glad everyone got down safely and that everyone recovered. I've heard many stories over the years about lightening strikes but fortunately it never has happened to me. I fly and when I'm in my Skyhawk, I stay away from cells for all of the right reasons. When I fly my glider, I have to get closer to cells for their lift potential and I run a greater risk of a lightening strike which is the reason for my attention to stories like yours. I learn from stories so keep them coming. Thanks.

[@Fix_it_felix-2024]

Sir This is an incredible story. I worked at VFA 204 when this happened but never knew the full story. Great to hear your side and what happened. Happy both of you were safe and healthy.

[@johnsondadj]

Excellent recount Mover.

[@justafellowbrother7263]

What a fascinating and scary story. I'm glad you guys both made it back safely

[@jimhinkle7245]

Glad you made it and glad he didn't punch out!!! CRAZY!!!

[@rollovermedic]

I'm late the party but as one who works on an ambulance there is a reason not to go lights and sirens (code 3). It places the drivers life, patients life, and the unsecured emt/paramedic in the back in unnecessary danger. We are trained to drive code 3 but people aren't trained to react. Last week we were going lights and sirens to a pediatric respiratory distress call. Everyone on my side, the passengers side stopped. I called traffic on my side to stop my driver because a driver was clearly on his phone and did not see the car stopped in lane 2 in front of him. boom rear ending accident. no injuries and there was a cop watching from the other lane who just shook his head lit up and pulled in front of the accident. Point being code three driving is dangerous and has resulted in the death of many patients and medics.

[@johnnalty5150]

Wow. The flight stories you share are amazing, i have been watching them one after another. Thank You for your service to our country, total respect for you!

[@metanumia]

It sounds like your flight lead had an unscheduled electroconvulsive therapy session (ECT). It electrically 'rebooted' his brain while flying a fighter jet, it's amazing that he was able to land after that! Scary stuff, great story, good on you for calmly guiding him down to the runway. This is a reminder as to why the Navy and Air Force value training and skill repetition so much, those flying skills and procedures need to be hard-wired into your mind and body, so that if something goes wrong, or parts of your nervous system aren't functioning properly, your skills are instinctual and deeply ingrained so your body will continue to carry out proper procedure in emergencies. I do wish military aircraft cockpits were better protected from lightning strikes, as well as the rest of the aircraft's skin, and internals. I think protecting the pilot should be the first priority for those aerospace engineers.

[@ronaldderooij1774]

Nope. Defeating the enemy is the first priority. Then reduce cost. It will always be that way. No doubt. It is not vacation that these things are designed for. It is for war. In war, life is cheap.

[@leexabyz]

I don't understand how a bird in the air with an incapacitated pilot is helpful to anyone. Is the plan to win the war by turning the jet into a giant missile? Although, since mover got out fine, is it because when struck, pilots are less likely to be disabled than the jet? Keep the pilot safe, at least they can punch out and you save years of training and experience.

[@j.r.777]

I appreciate all that you guys do! Thank you for your service sir!

[@britishcolumbiariders1538]

I really love your channel, I am planning a Career in the Airforce and look up to you. Thank you for existing on youtube and thank you for writing your amazing book series.

[@cronk6879]

I was working at VFC-12 when this happened. I've heard many variants of this, glad to actually here it from the source.

[@sgtborg1]

We were struck by lighting on a c-17 that was the loudest sound I ever heard it actually caused damage to the load ramp lucky we were at low Altitude and the ramp lowered the loadmaster was going insane. Great times on a globe master I had to be checked out

[@baconloversupreme]

sgtborg1 dream is to fly a c-17! Stoked

[@aarongarcia2004]

“They couldn’t get the stretched wheels to close while it’s raining on me”😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@BilalAhmed-f7t3w]

You always been a great inspiration and motivation for me,you are a great pilot mover♥️

[@manrex5238]

Thanks for sharing champ nice story that’s amazing how the spirit of a warrior can still be on when your body is damaged incredible.

[@skipker]

Mover, this is the 3rd time to watch this event that happened to you. Your young life you have experienced more than most people, Gonky and WOMBAT too. I non-fiction book combine the three would be a awesome read.

[@MavHunter20XX]

Hello, I needed an example of a pilot that wasn't able to give information like engagement speed. Thanks for this story. I'm glad your wingman made it back in one piece.

[@spladam3845]

Heard your comment about pop up thunderstoms in Louisiana and thought "yep, we get them all the time, and HARD, filled with lightning", then I wondered if you were from Louisiana and only then did I realize your last name was Lemoine. My families from the Bordelonville / Marksville area, enjoying your videos and looking forward to checking out your books. Great story here in the video, it's amazing you got to fly both the Hornet and Viper.

[@TheUltimateCruiser]

Enjoyed the story Sir!! Love that you always add video while you're telling it! Please tell more stories!!! Thank you!

[@nicholasbeck1558]

I really enjoyed listening to your story about being struck by lightning. The lesson I learn you is to review what went wrong and how to do better the next time.

[@marlondaniels3114]

Normally I turn videos off when people talk too much but I really enjoyed this. More stories please.

[@702Wolfi]

What a story sir. Amazing. You fighter pilot guys are beasts.

[@thomsonm5]

Having retired from the Army many years ago, I have always enjoyed story time, so more is better! How to videos are great as well, so appreciate all the good work.BTW, two of your books are in my queue...

[@CWLemoine]

Thanks! Hope you enjoy them!

[@WayWorthRacing]

Great story bro, I’m not a pilot but God Bless you and thank you for your service

[@jaynegus4526]

Thunderstorms are so dangerous ! I still have a hard time accepting how one of the greatest pilots ever was killed by one. Scott Crossfield flew his Cessna into a thunderstorm and was killed. He helped design and build the X-15 and was the first to fly it.

[@ronaldderooij1774]

How can someone flying a Cessna in a thunderstorm be a great pilot?

[@RandyCHolt]

@@ronaldderooij1774: By being vectored into it by air traffic control. Embedded storms cannot be seen, especially at night.The controller was responsible for him flying into the danger zone.

[@MrScottChristie]

Your facial expressions in the still shots were priceless! Great story

[@williamwelch4738]

Enjoyed storytime! Glad your instructor is ok!! More stories, please. Thank you for your service!

[@DocDavidErickson]

Thanks for sharing this story and glad your wingman was okay in the end and that you were able to help him keep it together and talk him to the ground safely.

[@cyberdemigod]

After watching this again I think that this speaks volumes to the wingman mindset that I know the airforce has and I imagine their is an equivalent in the navy and marine corps (as the army does not fly any fighter or bomber craft as far as i know) . Always watching your brother in the sky and keeping eachother safe from any harm. Especially self imposed or accidental harm. I truly believe you saved his life being there with him. Your wingman is always your greatest asset.

[@av8tore71]

I was a corporate pilot and at one time I was flying a King Air 90 on a LS approach no more than 2 miles away from the threshold we got struck by lightning went in through the tail came out to one of the Spinners on the left engine and blew a big ole hole in it. Nothing like losing an engine in IMC doing a Precision Landing at almost minimums. RVR was well at 3/4 miles I didn't see the threshold

[@rhinoronnie]

Cool story ! Good luck flying the T38-A.

[@sloopbollocks5466]

IN THE FACE! :D What a fascinating story; well told Sir. Thank you for sharing!

[@mosher22]

Listening to that story was so sick! When you told that part where almost pulled the ejection by accident i sat here with my mouth wide open....keep up the good work

[@rumanda36]

Good grief I had no idea that it was the same you writing those books? My dad just got me into Spectre and we love it! Definitely a fan and appreciate your work, thank you!

[@RuntyKnight]

I enjoyed this story, glad you two made it out safely.

[@ratchetthunderstud193]

You really did have to guide him home god bless you and glad the lead was ok.

[@justmoseying]

Great story. Thanks ever so much for sharing that. Glad to hear of the upcoming future military flights. Great channel! 🙂

[@tropicaldog5852]

Ik its corny to say but it amazes me how well trained these guys are "well they need to be." Ik but still, it is amazing that he is so well trained that even when he didn't know how he landed he still remembered his training and grabbed the hook. I may be making a bigger deal than it really is but it truly does amaze me.

[@andresgarcia7757]

Great job bringing him back! That was a very cool story!

[@SF7PAKISTAN]

_"On the A model Hornet, there's no lightning protection for the pilot. Just the systems, not the pilot."_ *WUT* CNAF are you crazy?

[@Synth256]

It may not be "the coolest story ever", but it's still a *great* story! New subscriber here! I discovered your channel a few days ago. I am thoroughly enjoying your content -- especially the stories. Since you're also an author, I do hope some day you will regale us with your autobiography. 👍

[@ralphwoodard609]

Great story C.W. I’m glad Sparky is OK and hope it never happens again. Safe flying my friend.

[@baztid3152]

Glad all ended well for the both of you! Thanks for sharing that very interesting story :)

[@Katelittlewolf]

Your handling of the situation was masterful! Indeed just like Maverick and Cougar! You are a great story teller..I was holding my breath at one point! .poor Sparky! It's a very poignant thing when a Pilot says about landing, "this is hard!" ..I was electrocuted once and it certainly knocked the cognitive stuffing out of me as well as throwing me into another room! Left me with a bit of an ekg glitch. But all turned out OK and I am thankful it did for both of you gentlemen as well! Thank you.

[@thunter1995]

Great Story! Love hearing these things and procedures you guys go through

[@mikewood1566]

I live vicariously through you.

[@chadnelson1777]

Amazing story. I’m glad you both are okay. And thanks for your service sir. I have read your book awhile ago, and love it. I had no idea it was you who wrote them lol. I plan on buying them all 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@jonathanbaptiste7733]

Been watching a few of your content and after this story I subscribed. Will be buying your books and I don't read novels so you must be doing something right. Keep up the excellent work🖒

[@perriwenplays9215]

Flies fighters for the Navy and Air Force. Flies for the airlines. Writes novels. Reserve Sheriff deputy "What do you mean I don't get the cool part of being in an ambulance!?"

[@neurofiedyamato8763]

Well if you are in one, might as well get the full experience right?

[@Nonvido]

WOW! More heroic then you think. Losing cognitive function like that but still fly and land an F/A-18 is impressive.