US Navy pilots perform Missing Man flyover honoring Jimmy Carter

[@toodlepop]

i'm not usually very mushy, but taps, the 21 gun salute, and the missing man flyovers hit me right in the gut. RIP President Carter.

[@kristenjoyce2180]

Same! What a tribute to a truly inspiring leader.

[@linedanzer4302]

I won't lie. I cried.

[@MarkBush-en5cz]

You must be a hard core democrat who never served in the military. In other words, "A Pussy."

[@MikaPirate-e5e]

What are taps

[@stevencoenen9126]

TAPS

[@hottub2249]

I don't know why but the missing man formation always get's me. Rest easy sir.

[@kristenjoyce2180]

Agreed. Taps wrecks me.

[@poppyrowland1385]

Too bad they didn’t show the whole picture.

[@lilgreg03ths]

Sir, you stand relieved. We have the watch.

[@dorettasdozen8537]

And now I’m weeping copiously! His watch is over! Fair winds and following seas, Mr. President.

[@johnjelinek7643]

goofy

[@paulfreeman7719]

Great words. I've been reading the book.."Brave Ship..Brave Men"..about Picket Post 10 off Okinawa in April 45. USS Ward.

[@shaunvduke]

God Bless him. And you that have taken over his watch. Best Wishes from the UK 🇬🇧

[@WarHoover]

Annapolis grad, submarine officer. This is how the Navy says goodbye to one of their own. Fly Navy!

[@peetduplessis7796]

A man of true integrity and humanity! Unlike almost all politicians everywhere today. RIP honoured sir. (FYI - not a US citizen.)

[@joeshmoe-rl7bk]

he was just an elected official, not a saint......the cost of these funerals is ridiculous........Jimmy left many, many families in financial ruins during his failed presidency....

[@CocoNut2018]

​@@joeshmoe-rl7bk let's not conflate a person's integrity and policies. The latter are never perfect because there are limited resources to go around. In the history of governing including household, there's always a shortcoming. The person, like Jimmy Carter, his character is pretty solid.

[@SamAceRothstein]

What a beautiful honor for a truly remarkable and selfless man like President Carter! Few can match your level of dedication to your country and your fellow man.

[@joeshmoe-rl7bk]

he was just an elected official, not a saint......the cost of these funerals is ridiculous........Jimmy left many, many families in financial ruins during his failed presidency....

[@jmcgregor316]

A fitting tribute to a Naval Academy graduate and President. Fair winds President Carter.

[@AtlantaGoth]

He's in a better place now. What an extraordinary man.

[@jeannemarcinek4575]

It is an awesome place and the food is better than chocolate cake. Peaceful and serene and beautiful. Blessings

[@nocturnalrecluse1216]

The opposite of Trump.

[@MrLemonz]

He’s in Hell hunting down Reagan.

[@MarkBush-en5cz]

@@nocturnalrecluse1216 Yes.! Totally different. Trump is decisive whereas Carter was weak and wishy washy and put the US military at risk all over the world from terrorism. The active duty military of the time hated his weak, useless guts.!!

[@MarkBush-en5cz]

@@MrLemonz Reagan, both Bush's, and Trump would bitchslap Jimmy Peanut. Don't be delusional.

[@pattiaustin1808]

I watched this in Plains in person today. It was so much more magnificent than this video could portray. Truly stunning, touching, made me weep.

[@rzero21]

Missing man formation always hits the heart in unexplicable ways

[@LaunceBugbee]

Missing man formation always gets me…. Goose bumps… RIP President Carter

[@donnalayton6876]

Mr.President thank you for your Nsval Service and for your service to our Country and the entire world. God bless your family. RIP with your beloved Rosalyn.

[@joeshmoe-rl7bk]

he was just an elected official, not a saint......the cost of these funerals is ridiculous........Jimmy left many, many families in financial ruins during his failed presidency....

[@tropikallightningtunez87]

The last one is deep the way it just breaks away and flys to heaven

[@paddycable1723]

I am British but I had the utmost respect for President Carter as did so many other people around the world.

[@CaptainDarkFighter]

he was just an elected official, not a saint......the cost of these funerals is ridiculous........Jimmy left many, many families in financial ruins during his failed presidency....

[@louisguthrie7286]

Missing Man formation always brings tears to my eyes.. Farewell President Carter.

[@lindastringer8190]

Missing man flyover and the riderless horse always get me

[@sherryprice8906]

I could hear it on tv...figured it was a Missing Man Formation. I reside outside the front gate of NAS Pensacola, FL...know the sound ofJets! RIP President Jimmy Carter❤

[@SecAntonyBlinken]

So, I assume that was the Blue Angels?

[@JP_TaVeryMuch]

What a lovely tribute. Some people still know how to do things properly and the powerful simplicity of the 'missing man' speaks volumes. May his soul rest in peace.

[@moiaddy1]

Missing man formation always gets me. Rest well Sir.

[@SouthFloridaThrifter]

Could hear them from a mile away, well about 20 miles to be exact. We'll keep the good vibes going in Sumter County, Mr. President.

[@DaddlerTheDalek]

Great tribute for Jimmy Carter...

[@HåkonTorsvik]

There are not many of the old guard left. When i was a young boy, I remember you talked on tv in Norway, and you said you where a peanut farmer and elected as a president of America. Since then i have been admiring America. There are not many of the good ones left. Respect Jimmy, you are gone but not forgotten!

[@CaptainDarkFighter]

he was just an elected official, not a saint......the cost of these funerals is ridiculous........Jimmy left many, many families in financial ruins during his failed presidency....

[@linedanzer4302]

As an avid *plane spotter,* this is jam on toast!! The skill it takes to maintain their speed and position is mind blowing. Good job guys. Thank you for your service. *RIP President James Earl Carter. You did good.*

[@groovewithpassiondrumlesso2348]

What a great way to honor President Carter. Very appropriate for a president who was a true servant. He touched so many lives in such a positive way.

[@CaptainDarkFighter]

he was just an elected official, not a saint......the cost of these funerals is ridiculous........Jimmy left many, many families in financial ruins during his failed presidency....

[@mrchuffachuffa7864]

Not an American, but so chuffed that Jimmy Carter, aka Mr. President reached 100 last year. R.I.P. sir, you've earned it.

[@EatshtMAGAts]

Breathtaking! Rest well, good and faithful public servant and humanitarian Jimmy Carter. 💙

[@paulfreeman7719]

Great memorial to President Carter, a great man in the world. Semper Fidelis. I'll visit the Carter Center in coming year. From WA state.

[@AM-xe4iq]

This feels so emotional. On top of watching Air Force one depart for the last time from Washington at the conclusion of such an amazing life. RIP Mr. President 🕊️

[@paulmckinley2908]

RIP President Carter. You came to England when I was a kid, visited nearby. Seemed a humble and respectful man,really. Seems like another age.

[@CaptainDarkFighter]

he was just an elected official, not a saint......the cost of these funerals is ridiculous........Jimmy left many, many families in financial ruins during his failed presidency....

[@paulmckinley2908]

@CaptainDarkFighter Never said he was a Saint. You can't be, as POTUS. But his behaviour in Washington (that's in England, the original place its probably on here) was exemplary. And yes, I agree. Maybe they should have just quietly, privately let him be buried.

[@1780scottie]

Carter was a servant of his country in many ways not the least of it was his service in the Navy!

[@odeyemiopeyemisamuel]

So Sad, a true hero is missing 😢. Rest on Jimmy Carter 😢

[@CaptainDarkFighter]

he was just an elected official, not a saint......the cost of these funerals is ridiculous........Jimmy left many, many families in financial ruins during his failed presidency....

[@ChuckStewart-q3z]

#NavyVeteranKorea here. West Michigan, Ottawa County. Calm Seas n Fair Winds SIR. SALUTE. Commander in Chief POTUS #PresidentJimmyCarter.

[@daveluttinen2547]

I am in Kent County. The Missing Man always gets me. I just found out that a young man I have known for a long time was in the chorus at the National Cathedral singing for the service. RIP, Mr. President.

[@ChuckStewart-q3z]

@daveluttinen2547 Amazing. Good on your old friend. A story he will tell his own grandchildren. I'm generally not sentimental but a Fly over or a rousing rendition of our National Anthem or Amazing Grace n my old clouds eyes get a bit wet. God Bless you n yours Dave.

[@brianjohnson3444]

In the Navy, If the Bravo Zulu flags are hoisted, or if Bravo Zulu is said to you, it signifies a"job well done." Bravo Zulu Mr. Carter! Fair winds and following seas.

[@brianwatson8312]

R I P president Carter a man of honour and intergity, from Scotland

[@northernbettygirl]

The wonderful tributes our nation does in honor of the passing of our presidents is just heart wrenchingly beautiful🫡🥲🇺🇲 Rest in gentle peace, President Carter😔

[@LadyM6728]

WOW!! Stunning salute❤

[@dianesnyder8976]

Every time I see the missing man formation it brings tears 😢to my eyes

[@lidt6445]

Aviation Machinist Mate here; Fair winds and following seas, sir.. we have the helm

[@kristinLB]

So emotional.

[@AviatorJohn70]

Well done Aviators! Fly Navy, and RIP Mr President!

[@kathydee1111]

Deeply touching. Rest in peace, our peacemaking Commander in Chief.

[@erinkstansell4246]

That's beautiful ceremony ❤

[@RAconsciousness]

Flew out from NAS Jax , Jacksonville Florida RIP President Carter American excellence.

[@OcotilloTom]

"Fair Winds and Following Seas" President Carter! T. Boyte Gunnery Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, retired Vietnam 1965-66/1970-71

[@barbaramonaco105]

Fair winds and following seas, President Carter.

[@AndyGertz-91]

❤ WE, MAY BE ABLE TO SEE THIS TRIBUTE AGAIN...IN OUR LIFETIME!. BUT, VERY FEW ARE WORTHY!. JANUARY, 9, 2025.❤

[@ruth_a_r.n.2753]

Phenomenal.

[@lottiecrow7183]

I’m not a Democrat but Jimmy Carter was a good man!

[@kristenjoyce2180]

Its truly a sad state we're in that we need to caveat our political position to recognize an individual. There was a time when politics was just an approach and cooperation and compromise was the process to solutions. JC was one of the best diplomats we've ever had gracing the oval office. It's sad that divisions began after and taint his reputation to this day. He is a man we can all take lessons from, especially those serving.

[@SpartanMedicBR549]

He befriended Hamas!

[@kristenjoyce2180]

@@SpartanMedicBR549 he did not "befriend" them. He met with them, and others, in the interest of brokering peace in the region. With 20/20 perspectives today, none of the parties were what the west would consider good.

[@tomc.7520]

@@SpartanMedicBR549 A better man than you will ever live to be, pal. Go p*ss on someone else's parade.

[@akwolf1434]

Good man. Terrible POTUS!

[@jeannemarcinek4575]

What a tribute for President Carter, thank you for your service. Blessings

[@Alastriona]

A fitting salute for a man who did his duty in all things and went above and beyond. There is an article in the Washington Post about Carter as a lieutenant leading a team to stop a nuclear reactor in Canada from melting down. He spent 89 seconds in the reactor. He said his urine was still setting off Geiger counters 18 months later.

[@vet137]

A VETERAN that earned respect and honor

[@statwizard]

Served his country with honor. 🫡🫡 RIP President Carter.

[@kathyhames2200]

That was respectfully awesome

[@debbyrogers3722]

❤😢❤He will be missed! Beautiful to see.

[@lorisharpe]

Gives me chills .. amazing representation

[@dianamay3601]

Thank you for sharing this....RIP to a good man......fly high with angels now sir.....

[@1mmickk]

Exceptional display, pilots, cameraman, well done. BZ.

[@leonardwalton6668]

Beautiful.

[@rodshelley1170]

Awesome. Couldn't help shedding a tear or three. Rest in peace, Sir.

[@community1949]

Carter deserved all of these tributes.

[@MarkBush-en5cz]

Bullshit.! Until Dementia Joe came along Jimmy Peanut was the worst president in US history.

[@hal9944]

No he doesn’t. He was a horrible president who attacked farmers and blue collar works. Just the same as Biden

[@sarahbeets4686]

This is a great tribute! Blessings 🙏💞🙏 Carter family. He will be greatly missed, as is Mrs. Carter😢💕

[@carmenreilly912]

Bravo... RIP Jimmy Carter... great President.....

[@surgedeb]

That was beautiful ❤️ Our military 🪖🎖️ is awesome 💯

[@aml1234561]

Never fails to bring tears. one of the very few things American I admire

[@michaelquick-go9gd]

Brought a tear to my eye.

[@Lavaman3682]

Wishing a fellow sailor fair winds and a following sea. Godspeed your End of Watch, Mr. President

[@douglasiles2024]

May you have fair winds and following seas, shipmate.

[@scottvoisen4143]

Now this is what we really are to the rest of the world. I am proud of my nation.

[@Samoriking]

Job well done Mr president 👏

[@LucasDrabek-km3hj]

😊 this is gotta be the coolest thing ever imagined feeling the turbos in those jets

[@jeromewagschal9485]

That's a beautiful and very touching tribute...I had never heard about that before...

[@marie-jacqueline2180]

No? I live in the Netherlands, province Limburg. In the south of the province: the American Military Cemetary in Margraten is situated. Every year there is a flyover, The Missing Man Formation, on Memorial Day. I live some 50km to the north and when the fformation is on its way to the cemetary, they fly over my hometown. Even then it's impressive, still in the normal formation, to see but also to know where they going, what they doing and why!

[@jeffdavis5841]

God Speed and RIP President Carter.

[@michealkelliher8428]

I'm from Ireland, I'm now 48, so I was much too young to remember President Jimmy Carter, but looking back on material, for me personally, he was my favourite American President, I know a lot of Americans will disagree with me, that's your privilege in democracy, but President Carter to me, was the Prince of Peace, he had a deep Christian faith, his lovely souther style Georgian accent, his hubris, his modesty, his humility, his humanity, lacking in all American presidents since. He had no ego. His conversations were always adult like, environmentally, and he was way ahead of his time. Jimmy Carter was a decent human being. Ot was never about him. It was always about others. The United States is the poorer without this gentleman. I think he was too kind for the ruthless nature of politics.

[@kimlawler3576]

Very fitting and deserved, well done Navy ! 🇺🇸🇺🇸My WWII Father , A Navy Ace was proud too! Viewing from Above! ❤🌟🌟🌟

[@Raptorman0909]

Was not a huge fan of Carter but I respected him as a human being of caring and dignity. The formal funeral arrangements for a head of state are filled with ceremonies including lying in state at the Capital, the funeral procession, the 21-gun salute, and the fly-over and missing man formation -- as a former service member in the USAF the missing man formation is particularly impactful and leaves a lump in your throat and a tear on your cheek. It is fascinating that the 21-gun salute and missing man formation are both militaristic things with one using artillery and the other, usually, fighter planes. But Carter served in the military and he deserves that formality.

[@jculpmm7]

That gave me chills. RIP President Carter.

[@Shipspotting_Vietnam]

Wonderful manuever!!!!

[@dynamicguy202]

The finality of a good man.

[@ajsmith2697]

As a Navy veteran, outstanding!!!!

[@robinsonfrancis1498]

Rest In peace Mr.President.

[@KMMGREY]

RIP President Carter. Thank you. ❤

[@mmgsundar]

Very touching!😢

[@MALCOMMARTIN-c3m]

His passion fills me

[@dedwin8930]

No commentary needed

[@eileenluke9791]

Hand over my heart, My country tis of thee.

[@garydaniels5495]

Thank you for your service, Mr. President. This is a sight that is beautiful in its own way.

[@joshferguson3113]

R.I.P Former president Jimmy Carter 👏👏👏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@AngelaNorvile]

Rip❤❤❤❤

[@perrystevenson6364]

RIP PRESIDENT JIMMY CARTER

[@bluor3713]

Thank you Mr. President

[@rks-i2n]

Rest Easy now Sir. USA the greatest Nation on Earth

[@raytheonbuna1021]

God bless America.

[@donnajoyner9781]

Take your rest kind, Sir!🙏🏽🕊✝️

[@c.falcon5045]

RIP!🙏🏾🥀

[@markhottman2652]

Family NAVY 🫡🇺🇸

[@nervo6321]

That’s beautiful

[@christinemearns2129]

Very impressive and moving .

[@chris_h606]

I don’t know why but the missing man formation is the only one that gives me chills

[@BettyLunsford-pr8il]

Goose bumps...

[@joestewart5692]

Words are not even needed to see what the pilots were conveying, cooler than the other side of the pillow