THULE AB, GREENLAND | C-130J LANDING
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- čas přidán 7. 04. 2022
- Cargo run to Thule AB, Greenland. During the winter the bay is frozen and resupply ships are unable to get in. That's where the Herk comes in! Trips like these are what I love doing as a pilot.
The airplane is a USAF Lockheed C-130J-30 Hercules.
About the flight suits:
We are wearing two-piece Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) Nomex Flight Suits. Same general cut and pattern as the single-piece green flight suits. Choice of which to wear is up to the individual. I personally find having pants and taking the top off while pushing pallets in hot and humid climates during an Engine Running Onload to be more comfortable. Less of a status uniform and more of a utility uniform. But it's all personal preference and many still prefer the old PJs. Gloves are nearby (my pocket) but not required in flight.
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Went there for Crested Ice in 1968....as I recall, all of our gear....toolboxes, weasels, etc was unloaded into Hangar 7. We came in on a C-124 to total darkness and -20 deg F......when we left there, the sun was up until 10pm.. Barracks were cozy refrigerators...food was second to none.
OLD C-130 MECHANIC USAF 66-70 REALY ENJOYED WATCHING ALL THE ELECTRONICS WORKING - CREW CHIEF AT CLARK, POPE GOT OUT AND GOT OUT AND GOT MY MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEGREE - THANKS TO THE USAF- WORKED AT LOCKHEED FORT WORTH FOR 20 YRS - RETIRED - PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST -DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING - ADVANCED DESIGN - LOVED MY 130 B AND E MODELS. ENGINEERED WORKED ON F-111, F-16, U-2, F-22, F-35, AND OTHERS - THANKS FOR THE RIDE
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I worked on Thule year 1975 as electrician and repair electric on the airfield and tower . Much have changed new tower build ,and some hangars not in use . The Hercules come and go , the sound and see them land very close amazing . I was lucky and fly with a Boxtop to Alert in Canada. What a difference to see the change in modern cockpit from then . Thank you for a great video
The HUD in the J model is such a rad upgrade.
It's an addiction
You are following in the footsteps of many Herk crews who went before you and you are doing an excellent job. I was at Little Rock 44 years ago flying E models and had the privilege of flying to the Great White North a few times. Lots of fun getting out of the local area and seeing the world. I remember the feeling going in there of being at the end of the earth. Keep up the good work!
my Dad was a loadmaster, NCOIC section chief, with over 5,200 hrs in the A & D models,,, 143d AW, RIANG God bless all the ‘Herc’ crews
Thanks guys for the memories. I flew into Thule in 1967 on a Hercules while a trainee navigator. Something magic about the far North.
Back in high school (1975) my history teacher was a retired bird colonel. When we screwed up {fairly often} he would pull a world map down from the ceiling and use a pointer to show us where Thule was. He would then brag about when he was in the army he would send his troublemakers to Thule, then lament that he could only send us to the principals office. I see what he meant. RIP Col. Billinger, wherever you are. Thanks for the vid.
Been there twice, on the way to alert. Rooms were really nice, the food was great. As a Canadian, Thule was interesting and would definitely have no problem staying there again in the future.
That was brilliant, I enjoyed that, Looks like there is a lot to master with all those buttons and switches, You Guys are Impressive and thanks for posting the video, major thumbs up, think i'd prefer the old N-3B Parka to those new suits they got you wearing, thanks again.
The AF did a great thing by continuing the legacy of the Herc by investing in the J model. I've spent enough time in the back of the other models to know how much more capable the new one is. Great vid. Love seeing Thule!
Awesome video. Our RCAF Hercs run from Thule up to Alert for resupply runs to the station up there. Great to see more content! Keep them coming!
As an American with an active duty son in our military, you guys make us proud !!!
Brings bact memories
I was stationed at Thule '06 - '07. It was one of my best assignments.
WAw Greenland Cool 😎place Congratulations Captain 🤩
Awesome video. Thanks so much for sharing!
Cool video( excuse the pun). The RNZAF are due to get these birds at some stage to replace an aging older C-130 fleet. These planes never cease to amaze me with their sheer size etc.
Nice job guys! I spent a year in that "icebox" in the 70s. I hitched a ride with the Canadians in a 130 with a fuel bladder to Alert station on up North of Thule. Boring but beautiful at the same time...That hanger is actually where my shop was!! SO cool!. Stay safe..R.
Best Channel ever
It's been a while since I have seen Thule Air Base. The 485th EIS, which I was a member of, was tasked with installation and maintenance missions during the mid and late 70's, the time I was a member of the unit, to Thule. Getting to Thule during that time, we would travel to McGuire Air Force Base from Griffiss Air Force Base to catch a ride on a C-141. Anyway, it appears the facility has been upgraded a tad. I managed to identify one of our recreation spots during the taxi sequence in this video; Mount Dundiss. Good video. Brought back a few memories.
It’s great to see you’re adding more videos. This is one of my favourite channels, I love your content. It’s been a little while since your last videos and I was concerned that due to the conflict in Ukraine you may have been made to stop filming due to opsec needs. I really look forward to your future uploads and watching your channel grow. Stay safe, all the best.
Amazing guys and thanks for sharing this great experience
I’ve got pictures of 16-5853 on the ramp and taking off on RWY 03 at CHS from 2021. Y’all had been flying over our house the prior week participating in jumps at Bragg. Went on vacation and found two Dyess C-130’s preparing for take off. At the same time an F18 took the cable on RWY 33 for an emergency landing.
Exciting all white final approach! fantastic!
These adventures are awesome. Greenland pizza must be great with that weather
Future 130 pilot here, keep it up man I love these videos!
Great job guys, really enjoyed the video.
Cool vid my dude I was stationed in Thule for 2013/2014. Thanks for the memories! Hope you enjoyed your time there and going to the Top of the World club
Loved this video. If you guys have not seen it, find a copy of Strategic Air Command starring Jimmy Stewart. His character flew B-29s in WWII. After the war he became a successful baseball player for St. Louis, but was recalled to active duty during the Cold War and flew B-36s. He had an engine fire on his way into Thule. The scenery from your video reminded me of the movie. Thanks for another outstanding video.
Cool! I was there TDY in 1985, working on ATC radar equipment.
Great video. Was stationed there 2005!
Love the video. Looking for flying with y'all again👍
One of the 'Loneliest' looking places in the world.
Wind chill -39C... yikes! Love your channel 🙂
looks like a lots of work to land on that icy pack lol
Boom Boom!!
Remember Thule AFB well. Flew through it on the way to Canadian Forces Station, CFS Alert on Ellesmere Island on Canadian Herc's
👍keep us safe
Wao
No Green 🌴🌴🌴
Love your vids and graphics. Killer shit. Hope you reup.
Hello, nice video.
1) the landing warning sound, was that the MASTER WARNING sound of the C-130J?
I am asking because I heard the same sound in a C-5M video.
If yes, is the DING DING sound the MASTER CAUTION sound?
2) what range does the Glideslope have at Thule?
I am wondering that you received the G/S signal far away from the airbase.
3) do you have to use in whole Greenland the addition TRUE, when you say the runway number?
Does it depend on the latitude of the airport?
4) are you planning to use more cameras for closer view or is that prohibited because of military content?
Thank you for answering and for the content.
The Ding Ding was just a general notification of something. Dont remember of what.
ILS is probably around 18 nm or so.
Mag or True depends on location.
Goal of the cameras is to not ever be in our way so they probably wont be much closer.
Love Thule. Too bad we dont overnight there anymore.
I remember the first time i went up there, we got off the plane outside and the cold air hit me like a 2x4 in the head
Cool video! I went there in 2016. On the way, about an hour or 2 from Thule we saw this huge crater that was at least a couple miles in diameter if not more. It definitely has been discovered, but I still am curious as to what it was since I can't find any info about it on the google.
Soooo obvious IP or EP in the right seat!!!! He's running the whole show....... Left seat treading water
Some of your best work yet, greatly appreciated! How long was your stay @ Thule?
Just a night, there and back
Garden spot😂😂
did anyone else here notice their call sign changing from Reach 139 to 329?
Greenland has got its first 2 cases of monkeypox. It is on Thule Air Base. So, keep your poxy fingers off Greenland.
Seemed strange that the left seat called for "My Controls" @14:22 upon touchdown.
The nose wheel steering is not connected to the rudder pedals. As the aircraft slows down and the rudder loses authority, the left seat pilot will take the aircraft and use the nose wheel steering wheel.
As a a year guy, I would have to ask what major foul up did someone do to get assigned to Thule. Talking with my USAF brethren, I have come to understand that this is a big stepping stone, a# is Shimya
Where did you fly from?
I wonder how long it takes to reheat a hanger. Do the whole crew get to stay in the same place or are you separated by rank?
Crew integrity, per the book we should all be together. We usually each get our own rooms but the same building or at least close
@@ReachAviation thanks for the reply. Looking forward to some new uploads.
No F-15 there?
We were on Air 🇫🇷 many years ago over Greenland , they were White land 🤣
The kid needs to stop with the cool cool!
Looks like a bad duty base
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We probably have more flights and videos if Trump had managed to buy Greenland ........The Danish messed up......