New Footage Shows Moments Before Seattle Man Crashed Plane in 2018

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  • čas přidán 11. 07. 2022
  • A newly released video sheds new light on the moments leading up to Richard Russell crashing a plane. The footage shows him going through security wearing a T-shirt that says "the sky's no limit." He then boards an empty 70-seater plane and took off. Russell flew the plane around Seattle for an hour while National Guard fighter jets were scrambled in fear. The 2018 incident ended when Russell crashed the plane onto a remote island, killing himself.

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  • @Name-ps9fx
    @Name-ps9fx Před rokem +22995

    "Having a few screws loose" and "being a broken guy" is a hurt most have never known. Rest in peace, fella.

    • @laternevercame
      @laternevercame Před rokem +627

      I'm sure most people know exactly what that is. I'd say more people than not know what he means.

    • @gburahbondo2948
      @gburahbondo2948 Před rokem +103

      Rip Russell

    • @ihswap
      @ihswap Před rokem +381

      Depression is super common and most people don't know they have it. If you feel like something in your life just isn't right please get checked out and save yourself years of living a miserable nightmare.

    • @jeremyalty6693
      @jeremyalty6693 Před rokem +58

      Rest In Peace, Big Guy.

    • @4agony777
      @4agony777 Před rokem +96

      What if therapy is too expensive

  • @Bougiebricks
    @Bougiebricks Před rokem +4886

    For a man who hasn’t flown a plane in his whole life, he was really good at flying the plane in the beginning. He did big upside down loops in the air with the plane. Had he stayed calm and been sane, he would have been better than a stunt show pilot.

    • @militaryjunkie6207
      @militaryjunkie6207 Před rokem +165

      Microsoft flight simulator

    • @rushieboi3192
      @rushieboi3192 Před rokem +38

      @@militaryjunkie6207 micrsoft flight simulator was released on 2020

    • @AintNothing.
      @AintNothing. Před rokem +145

      Suicidal Microsoft Flight Simulator 2022

    • @carlojones8610
      @carlojones8610 Před rokem +34

      dude had two firsts names that were also last names.
      he eventually went crazy and he died. at least he went alone.

    • @fingerpressgaming1956
      @fingerpressgaming1956 Před rokem +85

      @@rushieboi3192 microsoft flight simulator x was released since 2006

  • @generalmisery
    @generalmisery Před rokem +2498

    He still deserves full credit for being the only person, who on their first flight without any experience before, chose a large passenger plane, did a looping in it, which is a feat the most experienced pilot wouldn't dare to do, didn't loose control over it and perfectly hit the spot where he wanted to crash.
    He has got to be the best Pilot I have ever seen.

    • @f.f.657
      @f.f.657 Před rokem +204

      Nah he just had no fear. If trained pilots had no fear as well they could do it even better. They just dont want to risk their lives and their passengers so they dont attempt to do it.

    • @jrock5995
      @jrock5995 Před rokem +25

      @@f.f.657 It be a whole lot better if they did!!!

    • @idontgivetwoflyinfcks3001
      @idontgivetwoflyinfcks3001 Před rokem +79

      That has to be the greatest pirate I've ever seen

    • @resksmith5862
      @resksmith5862 Před rokem +13

      Best pilot 😂he couldn’t land it great take off tho

    • @generalmisery
      @generalmisery Před rokem +68

      @@resksmith5862 his point was to crash it, but safely to not harm anyone directly. So from his perspective he landed it perfectly. Besides he didn't want to put landing aid on, so he could crash it. He knew what he was doing.
      He deserves to be remembered as a pilot legend.

  • @goodshipkaraboudjan
    @goodshipkaraboudjan Před 10 měsíci +161

    As a pilot, he spoke more than anyone else in the entire aviation industry. Ground handlers have it rough, pilots have bad days, flight attendants work when feeling sick but no one can say a damn thing.

  • @cory2326
    @cory2326 Před rokem +8349

    That dude has a place in my heart, i think all he really needed was a friend to be there for him

    • @jillgriffin4274
      @jillgriffin4274 Před rokem +38

      Life is full of ups and down. The markets remain unpredictable, this is apparently the best time to use a good investment broker

    • @Gabby-tt4mf
      @Gabby-tt4mf Před rokem +6

      Lookup Susan Denise Vargason, I came across her in an investment magazine and I reached out to her afterwards. her consistency is top notch

    • @gmost5701
      @gmost5701 Před rokem

      No one cares about having a place in your heart lmao get over yourself

    • @anime4318
      @anime4318 Před rokem +111

      @@jillgriffin4274 Bot

    • @meowmeow9617
      @meowmeow9617 Před rokem +13

      Nice, you stole someone else’s comment.

  • @rocked30
    @rocked30 Před rokem +3215

    He seemed so nonchalant about the whole ordeal, almost like he was at peace and just wanted to go out in style.

    • @coolpoolbymatthew
      @coolpoolbymatthew Před rokem +146

      *Well he sure did go out with style!*

    • @nebula2294
      @nebula2294 Před rokem +83

      That's exactly what he did.

    • @jacob8623
      @jacob8623 Před rokem +35

      Bittersweet really. I don’t know how to really think of it either. I pray God forgives him for taking his own life but a part of me feels happy for him that he went out the way he wanted… I don’t know, such a strange story and guy. I bet he was someone you would have a beer with.

    • @NickleForYourThoughts
      @NickleForYourThoughts Před rokem +48

      At least he went out in style without taking anyone with him. for that he didnt have as many screws loose and many may say. RIP

    • @jacob8623
      @jacob8623 Před rokem +4

      @@Watefak I know it’s a bit annoying calling this poor guy a hero or a legend but I think the context of those statements represent something else. I truly don’t think they really think he is a hero or a legend it’s just a lazy figure of speech.

  • @talkaboutwacky
    @talkaboutwacky Před rokem +151

    I was crushed when I learned about Beebo Russell. I’ve never thought it was possible to grieve someone you’ve never known or met. I’m so sorry to his family and friends

    • @JS_542_Promenade-zr5yf
      @JS_542_Promenade-zr5yf Před 7 dny +1

      I totally get this. I think a lot of us felt some kind of emotional connection to him. I wish he knew how fondly people (who had never met him) think of him now.

  • @vanhopecomedy
    @vanhopecomedy Před 9 měsíci +109

    RIP Legend. Been gone five years. Never forgot you.

  • @jayforerunner965
    @jayforerunner965 Před rokem +2680

    Not gonna lie, I find it really impressive that this guy was able to smoothly take off without any flying experience.

    • @yothatsyogi
      @yothatsyogi Před rokem +198

      He certainly practiced at home on a flight simulator. But it's still extremely impressive

    • @ambersicherman7787
      @ambersicherman7787 Před rokem +332

      You should watch the documentary. He did much more than just a smooth take off. Pushed the limits on that plane. He told atc he was going to do a circle flip....and he did it. Now that's impressive!

    • @bluescreen8118
      @bluescreen8118 Před rokem +63

      bro he played videos game what you expect

    • @arywaifu656
      @arywaifu656 Před rokem

      Mm daddyyy, I've got something you can take off without experience🖤

    • @yorusuyasoul69420
      @yorusuyasoul69420 Před rokem +51

      Bruh don't you know his a pro pilot in GTA

  • @technugget873
    @technugget873 Před rokem +2312

    100% respect the fact that he didn’t take anyone else with him. He didn’t crash in a densely populated area and he only took himself

    • @chrispeeters6923
      @chrispeeters6923 Před rokem +64

      Thats true but most people with these problems dont want to hurt anyone only themself

    • @francogonzalez1985
      @francogonzalez1985 Před rokem +20

      and an expensive plane

    • @RAMONE1907
      @RAMONE1907 Před rokem +54

      @@francogonzalez1985 insurance

    • @Yoruski
      @Yoruski Před rokem +13

      @@francogonzalez1985 so it would've been better if he crashed it on to others. Or killed other before he dude himself?

    • @francogonzalez1985
      @francogonzalez1985 Před rokem

      @@Yoruski no it would be better if he used a gun to himself. also how you get to that conclusion? people like you give me headache

  • @Remy-hf6bt
    @Remy-hf6bt Před 8 měsíci +19

    the fact that he didn't want anyone else to die in this shows really who he was.

  • @beverlycraven1739
    @beverlycraven1739 Před rokem +5430

    Just goes to show, you NEVER know what a person is dealing with EMOTIONALLY. R.I.P

    • @michaelm.1947
      @michaelm.1947 Před rokem +41

      Yes, and the tough guy culture makes sure that, even if you try talking about it, it's just laughed off.

    • @ConanObrien22
      @ConanObrien22 Před rokem +12

      @@michaelm.1947 Sad sad world we're living in

    • @Adi.w4v
      @Adi.w4v Před rokem +16

      He could have killed a lot of people, being depressed doesn’t make it more understandable

    • @ConanObrien22
      @ConanObrien22 Před rokem +22

      @@Adi.w4v well that's kinda the point he picked the less crowd area to crashed himself out. From thousands of places. It could've been the buildings like 911 or stadium or malls but he didn't go that way.

    • @nazirbismillah2116
      @nazirbismillah2116 Před rokem +1

      but if was a Muslim just imagine the hu haa
      would have been labelled a Terrorist not someone with screw loose
      probably all the press would have blamed his whole religion

  • @baal2.078
    @baal2.078 Před rokem +4548

    he was such a good man to. he crashed on a remote island so he didn’t hurt anyone, and he wanted to end it doing what he loved. i wish he could’ve been saved.

    • @specialc8142
      @specialc8142 Před rokem +43

      Is it his private plane or someone/company plane?

    • @divyanshushankar8134
      @divyanshushankar8134 Před rokem

      Moron..killed himself..

    • @specialc8142
      @specialc8142 Před rokem +198

      @yukari akiyama thank you, that guy calling the criminal a good man for stealing a plane and suicide with it lol.

    • @wombat8601
      @wombat8601 Před rokem +80

      @@specialc8142 totally agree with you. Even when you have problems, stealing an airplane is not a gentleman act ....

    • @Gatsu_Gambino
      @Gatsu_Gambino Před rokem +37

      @@wombat8601 did either of you watch the video? He was toeing it and it literally started moving by itself. That's why he had to jump in it, but he's kind of an idiot anyway because why tf even jump on it?

  • @alexandern4403
    @alexandern4403 Před 10 měsíci +27

    Found tue love, travelled the world, went out on his own terms doing something he liked hurting nobody else. RIP legend

  • @wunderjager0005
    @wunderjager0005 Před rokem +67

    Fly high Sky King, fly high 🕊🕊

  • @thetwitchfurry5548
    @thetwitchfurry5548 Před rokem +2627

    He sounded like a good guy who you would have liked to be friends with, it's such a shame

  • @hoodinisharif1860
    @hoodinisharif1860 Před rokem +2309

    As a Ramp Supervisor for an airline with a private pilot license & over 400hrs of flight time I have to say the most impressive thing about this whole situation was how he was able to unhook the towbar which usually takes 2 people on each side of the nose landing gear to detach the towbar in sync and he did it with the breaks released on the aircraft and jumped back in. Idk what he would’ve done had the towbar not detached 😭😭😭

    • @Lindsey_Lockwood
      @Lindsey_Lockwood Před rokem +85

      He would be alive because this probably would have led him down a path to mandatory therapy and proper meds to treat his depression.

    • @zenystyfn5670
      @zenystyfn5670 Před rokem

      and you talk like an 18years old now adays

    • @newname3021
      @newname3021 Před rokem +305

      Lindsey Lockwood more like he would have been fired and given zero help. Probably would have been publicly shamed too since this is on video. But nice little fairytale you came up with there🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @MarioMartinez-tt9ly
      @MarioMartinez-tt9ly Před rokem +29

      Exactly, I wouldn’t even know how to adjust the seat . The fact that he actually got it on the air is impressive.

    • @mexicarspotter
      @mexicarspotter Před rokem +9

      Will power.

  • @errebusaether
    @errebusaether Před 10 měsíci +21

    *”Before you go song.”* Hits even harder now after watching that guy finally break free from this world’s suffering… I envy and pity him of being able to end it all right there, bravely. It takes a lot of courage to do it, after all.

  • @cliffnelson1174
    @cliffnelson1174 Před rokem +24

    It is a shame that some people feel the need to commit suicide....one of my dearest friends racked back the slide on his 1911 and ate a bullet .....and none of us ever saw it coming....
    He left no clues or any type of red flags in any one he talked to .....he just sat down in his kitchen and went away and I really wished that he would have said something about his demons....this kind of thing is beyond devastating to those they leave behind so any one
    Out there considering this please please seek help.

    • @Caleb_Cuffe
      @Caleb_Cuffe Před rokem

      Honest to god, I pray for the family, friends and close ones who were a part of his life. Im sorry for your loss.

  • @Vixctor13
    @Vixctor13 Před rokem +1138

    He had a wife who loved him, a family that loved him and he still couldn't find happiness. Depression can be a tough adversary.

    • @catsbyondrepair
      @catsbyondrepair Před rokem +6

      Depression is a myth foolbar it's not in the bible

    • @mxmangobutt
      @mxmangobutt Před rokem +135

      @@catsbyondrepair Hoping this is satire

    • @-teamsukiandcorny-
      @-teamsukiandcorny- Před rokem +83

      @@catsbyondrepair bruh, depression is very real

    • @cosmicalize
      @cosmicalize Před rokem +106

      @@mxmangobutt I checked this persons comment history. They have a history of making comments like this one and saying that Karens were in the right. Probably a fatherless troll.

    • @freecleets
      @freecleets Před rokem

      @@catsbyondrepair you're not in the bible so you're a myth

  • @onestepza
    @onestepza Před rokem +259

    He had no intentions to hurt anyone.
    He just upset and depressed.
    He could be one of the coolest friend
    I still wish he survived.
    Rest In Peace
    Coolest pilot without license.

    • @SUGAR_XYLER
      @SUGAR_XYLER Před rokem +4

      Well he flew high....literally 🕊

  • @Kaylad2317
    @Kaylad2317 Před 4 měsíci +7

    I feel so bad for him. I know he's gone but you can hear the pain in his voice 😢. RIP MAN

    • @henderyjem6881
      @henderyjem6881 Před 2 měsíci

      Ah, don't feel bad for suicidal losers. Save your sorrow for people who want to live.

  • @thereasacox3938
    @thereasacox3938 Před 3 měsíci +5

    It’s wild because it doesn’t SEEM like this was his intention, AT FIRST. I say that because the plane just started moving and no one was manning it. But after he got in there he just committed. I fully understand his method of thinking man and it’s a heart wrenching moment when you realize you’re serious about ending your life. This guy makes me feel glad that I kept going after some close calls. 😢
    RIP SKY KING 👑

  • @neneger
    @neneger Před 9 měsíci +6

    i will always have sympathy for that man, no matter what anyone tells me to think of him

  • @ingothitrust5248
    @ingothitrust5248 Před rokem +725

    He didn't take anyone with him, in the air nor on the ground; kinda have to respect him for that. I just hope he found some joy or peace being in the air with a carefree attitude before he crashed it.

    • @b.b.s7545
      @b.b.s7545 Před rokem +14

      The animals tho

    • @yothatsyogi
      @yothatsyogi Před rokem

      @@b.b.s7545 How many animals will be killed in your lifetime for you to eat?

    • @ORION-141
      @ORION-141 Před rokem +34

      @@pranavkonjeti crashing that plane was his therapy lol

    • @bigdoinks6099
      @bigdoinks6099 Před rokem

      @@pranavkonjeti god I would hate to be friends with you

    • @mae88b.16
      @mae88b.16 Před rokem +10

      He stole and damaged the property no respect for that

  • @yadinavarro9810
    @yadinavarro9810 Před rokem +1598

    I remember watching this case on a channel here in CZcams, he always wanted to be a pilot but just work around airplanes. When he crashed he did it where there was no people he didn’t want to kill anyone

    • @ImUrZaddy
      @ImUrZaddy Před rokem +35

      Can’t he off himself somewhere else without destroying a multi million dollar aircraft tho ?

    • @peterlambo1216
      @peterlambo1216 Před rokem +306

      @@ImUrZaddy no fun in that

    • @Lengend-cu6ef
      @Lengend-cu6ef Před rokem +171

      @@ImUrZaddy yeah he can, but like.. he did it in a cool way.

    • @mooncakev1689
      @mooncakev1689 Před rokem +159

      @@ImUrZaddy if your gonna off yourself you gotta do it in style, Chad move by him to not want to hurt anyone and just wanting to have fun in his final moments

    • @LunaLei
      @LunaLei Před rokem +16

      @@peterlambo1216 If you owned that multimilliondollar aircraft, would you let him crash it in style for fun? How generous.

  • @JohnDoe-kx1yt
    @JohnDoe-kx1yt Před 9 měsíci +3

    I dont see this guy as a bad person. He didnt take any innocent people with him i respect that. Rip for his soul.

  • @model3m
    @model3m Před rokem +3

    He barrel rolled his way into our hearts.

  • @ehsoule
    @ehsoule Před rokem +130

    He was more alive that last 15 minutes than his entire life, RIP brother

  • @justinparker8441
    @justinparker8441 Před rokem +901

    I went to school with him. He always seemed to happy. Definitely a fun and crazy guy. Never a dull moment around Beebo. Heartbreaking this happened.

  • @ludicrousmodel3173
    @ludicrousmodel3173 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Although the guy put people at risk, he tried his best not to given the circumstances. I'm guessing he looked for an uninhabited area to put it down. Rest in peace Fella.

  • @wuyterio
    @wuyterio Před rokem +22

    This man is a legend. Rest In Peace.

  • @badzilla1173
    @badzilla1173 Před rokem +567

    He said internally that he'd had enough. Wanted to go out with a lil bit of a thrill and some fun for not only himself but also towards everyone that would see it. Never wanted to hurt or harm anyone and just to go out with a bang. That's something I can respect. Rest easy Sky King!

    • @aerystargaryenii2565
      @aerystargaryenii2565 Před rokem +6

      Destroyed an expensive plane

    • @slayba
      @slayba Před rokem +34

      @@aerystargaryenii2565 surely they had insurance.

    • @imthecoolest50
      @imthecoolest50 Před rokem +18

      @@slayba so can I go out right now and destroy a plane with the excuse that I’m depressed and they have insurance to pay for it?

    • @slayba
      @slayba Před rokem

      @@imthecoolest50 you have an innate skill for not comprehending and missing the point...bravo.

    • @arcyarcanine
      @arcyarcanine Před rokem

      @@imthecoolest50 Destroying a plane without killing innocent people is a respectable plan. That's all we're saying, but if you want to do that go right ahead.

  • @mr.lapineapple168
    @mr.lapineapple168 Před rokem +152

    Why didn’t you guys show the audio of him apologizing to everyone for ruining their day. He wasn’t a bad guy, he just wanted to feel alive one last time and didn’t want to hurt anyone. That’s why he crashed it on the mountain.

    • @donc7984
      @donc7984 Před rokem +1

      @Imperialknight9009 DUN DUN DUN !!

    • @seagulls566
      @seagulls566 Před rokem +5

      I was hoping for new footage like it said on the thumbnail 🤦

    • @beekeeperbrad6251
      @beekeeperbrad6251 Před rokem +3

      @Imperialknight9009 lol he stole a plane they didn't make it seem any different

    • @SobeCrunkMonster
      @SobeCrunkMonster Před rokem

      well said

    • @futurerecon8930
      @futurerecon8930 Před rokem +3

      Hurt wife and kids were not on his list I suppose

  • @shake_em_awake1060
    @shake_em_awake1060 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Rest in peace Richard 🫡 Sounded like a great guy.

  • @a.w.thompson4001
    @a.w.thompson4001 Před rokem +5

    So sad for him and all the folks who loved him. 💙

  • @o_kneepixel
    @o_kneepixel Před rokem +1647

    He is...
    He was...
    He will always be...
    THE SKY KING, rip brother

  • @gray9411
    @gray9411 Před rokem +3158

    For those who see him as a villain for stealing a plane and truly sorry for you. This man is not a villain nor A bad man. He is simply a hurting man.

    • @muhammadusmanrafique3517
      @muhammadusmanrafique3517 Před rokem +16

      What happened
      Why did he steal the plane??

    • @shawdid
      @shawdid Před rokem

      @@muhammadusmanrafique3517 because he wanted to kill himself in style

    • @greygray6230
      @greygray6230 Před rokem +205

      @@muhammadusmanrafique3517 he was suicidal and wanted to do something that he did in a lot in video game flight simulators, before crashing on purpose.

    • @muhammadusmanrafique3517
      @muhammadusmanrafique3517 Před rokem +8

      @@greygray6230 oh

    • @chicofromph33nix64
      @chicofromph33nix64 Před rokem +16

      For those who believe these stories that the media pushes has any truth to it,I feel kinda sorry for..

  • @adamfowler350
    @adamfowler350 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Being a pilot could've been this man's missing talent and purpose in life, ironically.

  • @windtwist
    @windtwist Před 9 měsíci +1

    He had more guts than most

  • @deepmind5318
    @deepmind5318 Před rokem +949

    The dude really needed a friend that cared for him and a freaking hug. When they reach the point of wanting to die, these people just need positive reinforcement and they need to feel loved. A broken guy can be put together again with the right people. So if you have someone that no longer wants to live, be there for them, talk with them, show them love, and be persistent.

    • @coco-cliveasmrgenealogy6171
      @coco-cliveasmrgenealogy6171 Před rokem +12

      This world is full of s**t holes. You wouldn't of cared.

    • @DemPilafian
      @DemPilafian Před rokem +11

      Maybe, maybe not. Sometimes even successful people with lots of friends still have "a few screws loose", and we don't yet have the medical technology to understand much less fix many brain problems.

    • @Dee-oj5zm
      @Dee-oj5zm Před rokem +5

      @@DemPilafian Agreed. Some people have a great support network, have a job they enjoy, have a family they love, etc. and it frankly doesn't always make a difference. Even with these things, some people will be depressed. Even without, some people will be happy. I wish he received help but he didn't - or it didn't work for him.

    • @rolandsmith2141
      @rolandsmith2141 Před rokem

      Don't ask me how i know. But when you want to die, you want to die! You don't want a hug, a friend, a load of money or anything, you just want to end it.

    • @divergentthg7925
      @divergentthg7925 Před rokem +5

      But that's the thing nobody is willing to be the right person until after the fact

  • @mansnotprot1544
    @mansnotprot1544 Před rokem +503

    No matter how hard the media tries, i will not see him as a bad person.

    • @tonymontana-ho8nc
      @tonymontana-ho8nc Před rokem +27

      Him hijacking a plan doesn't make him a good person

    • @Mordorer
      @Mordorer Před rokem +16

      @Nah mate he still hijacked a plane. Good people don’t do that on the regular.

    • @futurerecon8930
      @futurerecon8930 Před rokem +25

      He is a hero for the depressed but not everyone is a depressed soul

    • @mansnotprot1544
      @mansnotprot1544 Před rokem +81

      @@tonymontana-ho8nc Stolen, not Hijacked.
      Big difference.

    • @fedzfebs8421
      @fedzfebs8421 Před rokem +2

      @@futurerecon8930 do u know how much airplane cost?

  • @Eric-eh7vg
    @Eric-eh7vg Před 9 měsíci +2

    What a hero man

  • @goodguy4342
    @goodguy4342 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I'd like to give him a thumbs up for a flawless takeoff. RIP young pilot. You did good.

  • @CentralFloridaHipHop
    @CentralFloridaHipHop Před rokem +854

    Rest easy Sky King. Always wondered what would have happened to him had he landed the aircraft. I wonder how much time he would have got

    • @thetruthisthelight0910
      @thetruthisthelight0910 Před rokem +86

      A LOT; to discourage copycats and terrorists.

    • @animalm4st3r
      @animalm4st3r Před rokem +20

      either alot or almost nothing cause of mental problems

    • @chanelmidwest89
      @chanelmidwest89 Před rokem +16

      It’s felony to steal a MV, aircraft, boat etc…

    • @Lindsey_Lockwood
      @Lindsey_Lockwood Před rokem +43

      First offender... Non-violent offense with no damages or injuries and no passenger. Honestly they would make him do 3 months of a 2 year sentence out on good behavior and he'd be on a very long probation mandatory therapy checkins. Not a big deal at all. A really good attorney might have even gotten him less time than that but he would be with a PD from the sound of his situation. He is an illustration of how we collectively turn a blind eye to people like him and fully expect them to check out just not in such a glorious fashion. We expect white males like him to OD quietly at home on fentanyl.

    • @Platypus680
      @Platypus680 Před rokem +9

      @@Lindsey_Lockwood mandatory therapy chickens too 🐔🐓🐓

  • @CruzenNBoosten
    @CruzenNBoosten Před rokem +1018

    Feeling broken isn’t easy. I go through it everyday and I’m sure others do as well

    • @TheScavengr
      @TheScavengr Před rokem +23

      Yeah, we all do brother! Hope you're doing well.

    • @beverlycraven1739
      @beverlycraven1739 Před rokem +11

      I truly know :(

    • @tomm487
      @tomm487 Před rokem +16

      I know the feeling. I'm at the end of my rope as it is, just trying to hang on for a while.

    • @bvigidavis6344
      @bvigidavis6344 Před rokem +8

      Sending hugs and love for all of you ❤️ 💗 💓, God bless

    • @Teebenz__
      @Teebenz__ Před rokem +5

      You're not alone in this,keep your head up bro

  • @sureno1833
    @sureno1833 Před 9 měsíci

    "notorious crime" is giving public space to "inside edition".
    This guy is King of the Skies.
    RIP brother.

  • @spencerfairman3889
    @spencerfairman3889 Před rokem +231

    This man has a place in my heart. He was broken and sad and just seemed like
    He needed someone to talk to but didn’t have anyone to do that. As much as people might say bad things about him I fully respect this man. I hope he found some peace before he exited this world. Rest In Peace

    • @jackthegod9988
      @jackthegod9988 Před rokem +1

      lol , wtf

    • @haleyt3754
      @haleyt3754 Před rokem +1

      @Marcus Middleton which he deserved. He seemed like a good guy

    • @haleyt3754
      @haleyt3754 Před rokem

      @Marcus Middleton well he’s dead so that’s the next best thing I guess

    • @spencerfairman3889
      @spencerfairman3889 Před rokem

      @@haleyt3754 what………..

    • @haleyt3754
      @haleyt3754 Před rokem

      @@spencerfairman3889 I’m saying he wants the guy in jail which is stupid, so I said he’s dead so he can’t be arrested thank god

  • @Philadelphia_Eagles_are_1
    @Philadelphia_Eagles_are_1 Před rokem +1918

    This guys last words were: “I wonder if this thing can do a backflip.”
    He’s a certified legend.
    EDIT: Don’t worry. He’s played video games before, he knows what he’s doing.
    EDIT 2: “Welcome to the gulag soldier.”
    EDIT: 3: since everyone enjoyed this so much..”welcome to the gulag soldier. Fight to earn your freedom and re-deploy to the warzone.”

    • @Interestingworld4567
      @Interestingworld4567 Před rokem +47

      Legends never die.

    • @cynnx7500
      @cynnx7500 Před rokem +41

      at one point he also asked if it could do a barrel roll.

    • @eyeless7772
      @eyeless7772 Před rokem +27

      Gross. Put many people's lives endanger that day. 0 regard for anyone else but himself. Man child.

    • @ethyriel
      @ethyriel Před rokem +81

      @@eyeless7772 🤓

    • @kyhana9669
      @kyhana9669 Před rokem +34

      @@eyeless7772 “🤓”

  • @in2livinit
    @in2livinit Před rokem +11

    It's a shame. The young man had a gift, skills and talent. He left a wife & kids behind, and hurt no one except them.

  • @michaeldebidart
    @michaeldebidart Před 7 měsíci

    Fly high Sky King, we will allways remember you 🖤

  • @xfinity319
    @xfinity319 Před rokem +598

    I hope he found the peace he was looking for. Rest in peace dude. I’m sorry the world wasn’t kind or good enough.

    • @marcoprimo4042
      @marcoprimo4042 Před rokem +9

      Sad truth is that he didn't find peace.

    • @marcoprimo4042
      @marcoprimo4042 Před rokem +2

      @Mastnaer Ceef my comment is to high for you to even understand, keep it moving you sentimental human

    • @undefeatedsaber9543
      @undefeatedsaber9543 Před rokem +1

      @@marcoprimo4042 aren’t we all human

    • @Telephonebill51
      @Telephonebill51 Před rokem

      @Mastnaer Ceef Don't speak too quickly, simple Simon...

    • @Telephonebill51
      @Telephonebill51 Před rokem +1

      @@ualreadyknoitsyaboi What about all the other religions?

  • @CatBrash
    @CatBrash Před rokem +180

    "didn't really know it till now" haunting words. RIP Richard Russell

    • @gschaaf713
      @gschaaf713 Před rokem +3

      makes me feel like he really didnt think it through.

  • @biker0806
    @biker0806 Před rokem

    Gone but not forgotten.
    R. i. P

  • @Neutercane
    @Neutercane Před rokem

    What part was the new footage?

  • @theguy_hot8901
    @theguy_hot8901 Před rokem +931

    I’m sad that he died this way but I’m glad he didn’t take anyone out with him. Rest In Peace

    • @zezem
      @zezem Před rokem +9

      If he was going to kill himself anyway; this is top drawer check out

    • @carlsfc6807
      @carlsfc6807 Před rokem

      No not Rest In Peace …. Burn in hell

    • @futurerecon8930
      @futurerecon8930 Před rokem +29

      Suicide kills a part in your family and friends. He did kill people

    • @Gooners13
      @Gooners13 Před rokem +9

      @@futurerecon8930 true that

    • @onepalproductions
      @onepalproductions Před rokem +2

      @@zezem $12.5M plane.

  • @royfablooo2810
    @royfablooo2810 Před rokem +53

    Seems like a chill guy, makes you cherish everybody in your circle because you don't know who's struggling because he/she will never tell. Treating everyone better is the only way to avoid these.

  • @313drepeso313
    @313drepeso313 Před rokem

    I've never heard of this incident... WOW!!!

  • @Nathan-jv2pr
    @Nathan-jv2pr Před rokem +6

    Poor man.
    Rip!
    If anyone feels the same way, seek medical help.
    I have been there and seeing a phycologist for face to face treatment saved my life.

  • @waangun
    @waangun Před rokem +412

    "having few loose screws" these words shattered my heart. I feel sorry for him and i know how hard it's to battle with such conditions. Sometimes all you need is just an ear who would listen you without any judgement

    • @DemPilafian
      @DemPilafian Před rokem +6

      It's not fair to blame his friends when you don't fully know his condition or struggles.

    • @waangun
      @waangun Před rokem +7

      @@DemPilafian I'm no one to blame his friend, all i said was that it is heart wrenching to suffer from stuff like this

    • @memassey10
      @memassey10 Před rokem +1

      That’s what therapy is for tho

    • @manwithstds7503
      @manwithstds7503 Před rokem +3

      Living in one of the best nation in the world, having a job as a baggage hander in the airport, having a family and a happy life yet suffering from depression or "lose screws" there goes almost a million dollars worth plane.

    • @waangun
      @waangun Před rokem +1

      @@manwithstds7503 I feel for him

  • @RC-cc1xl
    @RC-cc1xl Před rokem +232

    "I'm just a broken guy that's got a few screws loose. Never really knew it, until now" 😔 We can all snap at any point. Make sure you're living a life full of happiness. You don't need as much money as you think you do to live a full life.

    • @0311andnice
      @0311andnice Před rokem +7

      Well said.

    • @lifeisshort..1685
      @lifeisshort..1685 Před rokem +7

      So true. I don't make a lot, but spend it wisely now. I turned my world upside down in the past, I never want to do it again. Life is short..

    • @RC-cc1xl
      @RC-cc1xl Před rokem +11

      @@lifeisshort..1685 My husband, up until 4 months ago made a hefty salary. His contract ended resulting in us having to move across country He took a much lower paying job with a company (coincidentally, building aircrafts) he's been wanting to work for for years. Before the move we lived in a luxury apartment with all the amenities close to everything in our city. Now we live in a double wide that needs lots of work because buying was cheaper than renting (we prefer to rent, less responsibility. Im aware that you throw away money renting, but we didnt care) I was really upset when we moved. It's not the life I have been accustomed to for the past 7 years. I really had to dig deep and realize so many ppl would be grateful for the things I have now and if I let it get to me, I was going to continue to be miserable. I didn't want that because we can die any day without notice. Moral of the story, I went from having tons of money to throw away, to living from paycheck to paycheck and I can still live happily as long as I humble myself and allow it to happen ❤

    • @veyrongfx1
      @veyrongfx1 Před rokem +5

      @@RC-cc1xl You just changed my entire thinking, I've been living off from paycheck to paycheck and feeling miserable about it that I never get a salary raise and felt more miserbale when I found out my co-worker and same position gets paid thrice of what I get. I've tried suicide didn't work either but after reading this I now know what I need more in life... "I humble myself and allow it to happen" and "I really had to dig deep and realize so many ppl would be grateful for the things I have now" Thanks I really appreciate.

    • @applesandgrapesfordinner4626
      @applesandgrapesfordinner4626 Před rokem +1

      @@RC-cc1xl Really neat way to think about things. Living is easier when you don't have to envy

  • @crazycarl00
    @crazycarl00 Před rokem +1

    RIP Sky King. You will forever live on in our hearts.

  • @Travelleramit
    @Travelleramit Před 10 měsíci +3

    He was a Born pilot ..he just didn't know it 😢
    RIP champ 🏆

  • @SailingFrolic
    @SailingFrolic Před rokem +203

    What's crazy is when I was younger and way more depressed I really thought about doing something just like this. I had enough flight experience and access to aircraft as an aircraft detailer to do it too.
    I never did it because I told myself I'd eventually meet someone who'd make it all worth it.
    I have, and I've also come close to losing them.
    I hope everyone finds someone who loves them enough to help.
    This life is really tough.
    It's even worse alone.

    • @Nolol314
      @Nolol314 Před rokem +9

      Dang,i hope the world has something more to offer to you and definitely something good.

    • @ZCherish
      @ZCherish Před rokem +10

      We're glad you're still with us, bud.

    • @Green-rp6br
      @Green-rp6br Před rokem +1

      Thanks dude

    • @michaelm.1947
      @michaelm.1947 Před rokem +2

      Glad you made it through the darkness.

    • @SailingFrolic
      @SailingFrolic Před rokem +1

      Ok I didn't expect this to get this much likes.
      Thank you, everyone.
      I dont know yall and idk if yall have heard this at all today, but for whoever needs it, I love you and I'm glad you're here to read this.

  • @randylalrinsanga3078
    @randylalrinsanga3078 Před rokem +126

    Poor Russell. He sounded like a nice guy. Sad that he was suffering so much in his life. RIP.

  • @EYEQuestionEverything
    @EYEQuestionEverything Před 3 měsíci +1

    Many could say whatever they want but unless you know what it feels like to be “broken” and have “screws loose”, your opinion doesn’t mean anything. Hope you’ve found peace, Richard. RIP.

  • @brianbogholtz9485
    @brianbogholtz9485 Před 4 měsíci

    I don't know if there's any more spectacular way to go if one were determined to go on their own terms. Not to minimize the hurt to his loved ones, but this is honestly special.

  • @superrrrliz
    @superrrrliz Před rokem +271

    I hope his soul has peace now from whatever he was dealing with. So many of us have been on the edge before and all it takes is a decision in the heat of the moment. Rip dude.

  • @JohnSmith-xf5im
    @JohnSmith-xf5im Před rokem +66

    That dude has a place in my heart, sounds like all he really needed was a friend to be there for him

    • @divergentthg7925
      @divergentthg7925 Před rokem

      Funny thing is nobody cared to want to be that friend until after the fact

  • @itwasaliens
    @itwasaliens Před rokem +1

    "you just took off?"
    "Yeah"
    "And you're not supposed to be flying that aircraft?"
    "Uhh ... No."
    Cracked me up

  • @realsoran3348
    @realsoran3348 Před rokem

    This is really sad. Rip 🕊

  • @juansolo9583
    @juansolo9583 Před rokem +221

    So a lot of things people don’t know, I used to work a Horizon air as an aircraft mechanic and I know the guy who last spoke to Richard right before he did this. First Richard was always asking certain mechanics how to turn on the aircraft not knowing his intentions (start the engines, take off, gear up, etc) most guys just thought he was some airplane nerd or something. Second, aircraft 449QX was brand new and had literally just gotten some issues fixed that day so we were kind mad he didn’t take one of the older Q400s that were getting close to retirement and always breaking down lol

    • @AA-tz2bm
      @AA-tz2bm Před rokem +11

      small world

    • @sirbader1
      @sirbader1 Před rokem +8

      With friends like you....

    • @PandaFan2443
      @PandaFan2443 Před rokem +29

      @@sirbader1 friends like him? He said he knew a guy that knew Richard. Friend?

    • @waltergrace565
      @waltergrace565 Před rokem +21

      Huh.... respect him even more now.

    • @wweujw8i9j93
      @wweujw8i9j93 Před rokem

      @@PandaFan2443 wdym??

  • @avici0182
    @avici0182 Před rokem +796

    "A real human being, and a real hero."
    Fly high Skyking. You had at one point in your hands to cause mass casualties, but you decided to carry all your burdens to yourself and only yourself. That in itself, deserves some recognition. You don't ever have to apologize, because we understand you.
    I truly hope you enjoyed that view of Mt. Rainier on your final hours of life.

    • @morganvonbogel9145
      @morganvonbogel9145 Před rokem +1

      I truly hope this loser never gets another second of air time because it’s going to inspire some other loser to do the same.

    • @kenbob1071
      @kenbob1071 Před rokem +40

      "...but you decided to carry all your burdens to yourself and only yourself."
      Yeah, no burden on the airline/insurance co. to lose a multi-million dollar plane; no burden on taxpayers to pay for fighter jets to scramble to ensure that this selfish idiot doesn't plow into a building; no burden on firefighters to put out the blaze or emergency response teams; no burden on crash investigators, no burden on his family who have to plan a funeral and deal with possible lawsuits/damage claims, etc..

    • @bsosmoove
      @bsosmoove Před rokem +93

      @@kenbob1071 sky king lived more life in a few moments than you have your entire life.

    • @GUY-on-Earth
      @GUY-on-Earth Před rokem +8

      yet no one got hurt

    • @calvingarrett3245
      @calvingarrett3245 Před rokem +2

      Reading your comment brought tears to my eyes how sad

  • @-.._.-_...-_.._-..__..._.-.-.-

    See, kids. You can go out with a bang and have everyone hear your story without harming others.

  • @DemiurgeRulesOK
    @DemiurgeRulesOK Před 6 měsíci +1

    I am usually a little cynical and often throw in a lot of dark humor with my comments. But this excerpt truly makes me sad.
    But what a notable way to go for a guy who probably just gave up on life and day to day purpose generally.
    May the soul of Richard Russell be Resting In Peace.

  • @ItZHateful
    @ItZHateful Před rokem +203

    RIP to this man. I respect him due to the fact that he was battling inner demons, and didn't take anyone else with him.

    • @Sammie551
      @Sammie551 Před rokem +3

      Someone could have been on that island

    • @killerkhalsa27
      @killerkhalsa27 Před rokem +6

      @@ItZHateful There is a species of Penguin in africa. The cape/south African penguin. Benjamin still wack tho

    • @ItZHateful
      @ItZHateful Před rokem +1

      @@killerkhalsa27 lol 😂

    • @adrianluna1437
      @adrianluna1437 Před rokem

      just destroyed a million dollar plane. that all

    • @Phoenix.Sparkles
      @Phoenix.Sparkles Před rokem +1

      The plane probably landed on an ant

  • @Kilnor
    @Kilnor Před rokem +28

    Terribly sad. Guy was depressed and felt like he had no other choice. At least he didn't hurt anyone else. My condolences to his friends and family.

  • @chikiennguyen787
    @chikiennguyen787 Před rokem +1

    "Can this thing do a backflip?"
    Was this mans last words ☠️

  • @invertedpizza7662
    @invertedpizza7662 Před rokem +18

    The fact that he managed to fly it for so long after never flying before is honestly pretty impressive

  • @virginiabelle1823
    @virginiabelle1823 Před rokem +185

    What a sad story. He felt like taking his life was the only way to stop his hurting. I wish someone could’ve helped him before he got to that point. I hope he felt pure joy while flying the plane. Thankful for the fact that he purposely crashed on an empty island rather than hurting innocent people.

    • @cr8114
      @cr8114 Před rokem

      stop commenting here.....this page is not for you to watch

    • @virginiabelle1823
      @virginiabelle1823 Před rokem

      @@cr8114 excuse me?

    • @andrycanz8693
      @andrycanz8693 Před rokem

      that plane he stole was worth millions. i feel sad for the airline company

    • @YourMomsAltAccount
      @YourMomsAltAccount Před rokem +11

      @@andrycanz8693 They'd have insurance, they'll be completely fine.

    • @Yoruski
      @Yoruski Před rokem

      @@andrycanz8693 he could've killed others. If I were him before and knew what the comments would say I would've chucked that plane in to a building.

  • @melissalytle3418
    @melissalytle3418 Před 7 měsíci

    He was smart enough to be the pilot. The mirror was broken not him😭

  • @markcalpin8786
    @markcalpin8786 Před rokem

    God bless you mate and ur family and friends

  • @Rose7576_
    @Rose7576_ Před rokem +102

    This is really sad. He was clearly hurting and wanted to end his life, but he didn’t want to hurt anyone else. I wish he had someone to talk to, maybe a friend could have done him good. Seemed like a kind man, RIP.

  • @mersifullwolf4054
    @mersifullwolf4054 Před rokem +61

    This guy was like, “if I land, I’m going to die in prison, but if I crash, I’ll die in style”

  • @BlakeH97
    @BlakeH97 Před rokem +2

    Screw Inside Edition for calling this a crime. This was thr loss of someone's husband, someone that could have been brought outta the dark if they had some help. This wasn't a crime

    • @CannaBanana
      @CannaBanana Před 11 měsíci +1

      technically it is a crime, if a man stole a car and used it to drive off a cliff to commit suicide, although sad it is still a crime, i do however think they couldve worded it better

  • @HappylilASMR
    @HappylilASMR Před 2 měsíci

    Fly high Sky King. A lot of us who’ve struggled with depression and unaliving thoughts saw something in him that was familiar. He hurt no one but his self and I hope he’s not hurting anymore.

  • @chimkinNuggz
    @chimkinNuggz Před rokem +551

    This guy was a true chad and will be remembered. Didn't kill anyone but himself. Rip 🙏

    • @tertialtom5702
      @tertialtom5702 Před rokem +81

      I agree, he didn't hurt anyone else just himself and a plane. He needed help but at least he didn't take anyone else with him. Like some of these cowards today.

    • @unclejesse4271
      @unclejesse4271 Před rokem

      Killing yourself is not a "Chad" move.......

    • @terrythomas8486
      @terrythomas8486 Před rokem +20

      @@jenghiskhan69 What would you know of cowardice, or courage?

    • @peach2210
      @peach2210 Před rokem +22

      @@jenghiskhan69 do you know anything about mental health? Because waking up and fighting your own brain every damn day takes courage and strength

    • @yothatsyogi
      @yothatsyogi Před rokem +16

      @@jenghiskhan69 Taking control of your destiny and ending the life that you didn't choose to start isn't cowardly

  • @keyqchan
    @keyqchan Před rokem +85

    As someone who's been battling an inner demon for the past 2 years myself, I empathized with this man. May he rest in peace and I hope his family has healed or is healing.

    • @Mattology1
      @Mattology1 Před rokem +1

      Aww

    • @abhishekghosh2686
      @abhishekghosh2686 Před rokem +4

      Make sure you don't pull up a stunt like this.... Stay alive even if there is no one for you but there is someone always out there to listen to you...

    • @TheVanillaChapstick
      @TheVanillaChapstick Před rokem +3

      Stay strong mate, I've been there before. God bless

    • @gsanchezgrande
      @gsanchezgrande Před rokem +2

      Stay strong..you got this 🙏

    • @rskrzz6233
      @rskrzz6233 Před rokem

      2 years, try your whole life

  • @pio7763
    @pio7763 Před rokem +1

    Dude was smart, learned himself how to pilot a plane.

  • @seanham1699
    @seanham1699 Před rokem

    I am curious... Does it use a key to start the plane? Or does it use some kinda code or something? How did he start the plane?

  • @samuelnikolskiy8381
    @samuelnikolskiy8381 Před rokem +213

    Poor guy, he went through lots of pain and eventually lost all of his hope. Depression is a terrible thing. Fly high and fly far sky king

  • @Zeke2p9
    @Zeke2p9 Před rokem +36

    Pretty sad loss. Seemed like the chillest guy in the state.

  • @yogabee2222
    @yogabee2222 Před rokem

    How sad and tragic, wow

  • @savannahaldridge1110
    @savannahaldridge1110 Před rokem +1

    i hate how the media painted him as some kind of evil criminal. i’m not condoning what he did, what he did was dangerous and could have hurt someone. but he clearly stated that he didn’t plan to land the plane. he didn’t WANT to survive. he clearly was going through too much and wanted to feel joy before he ended his life. RIP man, hope you’re doing better up there. fly high.

    • @khionwilliams5933
      @khionwilliams5933 Před rokem

      He is a blue eyed devil that think he is privilege like the rest of you blue eyed devils

  • @muchwowmuchwow805
    @muchwowmuchwow805 Před rokem +230

    This just demonstrates how serious mental health issues can be, that someone's curiosity can put others in danger and lead himself to death

    • @thomasforte1425
      @thomasforte1425 Před rokem +34

      u really think he hijacked the plane cause he was curious?

    • @mikitesfaye8079
      @mikitesfaye8079 Před rokem +27

      you couldn't be more wrong

    • @UmUs
      @UmUs Před rokem +12

      He knew what he was doing, that was'nt curiosity

    • @uri25kmister36
      @uri25kmister36 Před rokem +7

      @@melonoshi he hijacked the plane on purpose it didnt start moving on it own

    • @Puppy_Puppington
      @Puppy_Puppington Před rokem +8

      @@melonoshi lmfao u guys r clueless

  • @PolyGang42
    @PolyGang42 Před rokem +1

    My Brother worked with him at Horizon in SeaTac. My brother said he was a really good person. RIP fella 🫡

  • @meetcarter
    @meetcarter Před rokem +222

    I respect this guy he didn’t kill anyone but himself and just wanted someone to hear him out sad honestly

    • @billyhatcher643
      @billyhatcher643 Před rokem +2

      Yep I also respect him too that's something I'd rather die from too they didn't really have to scramble jets he crashed the plane himself and he knew what he was doing

    • @andrycanz8693
      @andrycanz8693 Před rokem +2

      i guess he's the hero of many depressed people who think that their happiness is more important than the property of other people.

    • @meetcarter
      @meetcarter Před rokem +1

      @@andrycanz8693 so if he would have landed the airplane he would still be a legend

    • @andrycanz8693
      @andrycanz8693 Před rokem +1

      @@meetcarter he would have been locked up in jail for disrupting the lives of normal people that's for sure

    • @elconcaro8031
      @elconcaro8031 Před rokem

      @@billyhatcher643 well they thought it was a terriost so yeah

  • @MC32595
    @MC32595 Před 8 měsíci +1

    this actually happened in my state close to where I live, my mom says she heard the explosion.

  • @ninethetwotailedfox
    @ninethetwotailedfox Před rokem

    This guy has some serious flight skills for learning it from a video game. That's crazy, man.

  • @Interdictiondeltawing
    @Interdictiondeltawing Před rokem +40

    “Just a broken guy who has got a few screws loose I guess”
    One quote that will always stay with us