Because of the location of the east runways, just prior to Fire Island is the convergence of two, sometimes three wind components of the Anchorage Bowl. This creates at times a very nasty ride from about 5000’ to about 400’. Usually it smooths out in close. Experience: 28 year Captain at Alaska Airlines, Anchorage based.
Thanks for sharing this info, Captain Ryan. As a nervous flyer who HATES turbulence, watching this video made my blood pressure rise. OMG!!! I have relatives in my family who have been pilots and I always find it fascinating to chat with them about their piloting experiences and how cool they were under VERY stressful flying conditions.
I love how gently they were on the control's, despite the wind. No panicked seesawing on the yoke, or wild inputs on the throttles, just so calm ... Absolute pro's, Respect.
Damien, you are much too kind. This is our job and we enjoy doing it. Sometimes it gets hectic or plain boring, but we always try to find the fun side to this job. Most of the times you just have to follow the rhythm and dance with the airplane the night away 😆 Thank you for watching my videos.
@@afreightdogslife new sub here ..great video & I love that description of dancing with the plane 🤣.. worked at an airport many years & I always tell pax worried about the bumps that the turbulence may break an arm but it won't break the plane ..they find that oddly comforting ..cheers 😁
@@carlbode666 hahahaha, a good one to tell the passengers about what's to come for sure! Thank you for subscribing and 👍🏻 my videos. I will be uploading a few more older videos, as I have about 30 more left to upload, also I will be recording new ones as I'll go back to work soon. This CZcams stuff has consumed a lot of my free time, but I am happy to answer any questions from anyone who asks! Thank you for watching my videos.
Are you implying pilots that fly Boeing's who input more controls on short final during windy approaches are somehow inferior? Them's fighting words bra
And we appreciate you for taking the time to watch my videos and enjoy them. Hopefully, there will be more videos coming. I'm glad you liked this video.
You guys make it look like a walk in the park. Landing 450 tons of metal going 170, perfectly straight, with cross-winds... I know by now this should not still amaze me like it does, but man is that cool!! Awesome job fellas!
@@secretsquirrel572 Hahaha, it actually weights a little less than that. Our maximum takeoff weight is 394,625 kilos or 870,000 pounds. In this video we are flying on a B747-400. Thank you for watching my videos.
I flew into Anchorage international airport about 20 years ago and it was so windy the cab that took me home was almost blown off the iced road. That pilot was first rate in my book.
@@rambultruesdell3412 I used to drive a taxi in Anchorage. There are times when even studs don't help. Being on a dry road wouldn't help. It would be that windy.
Anchorage has the lucky(?) misfortune of 7 major crosswinds converging above it. This makes flying in and out about as exciting as the flights out of Baghdad and the weather notoriously difficult to predict. It’s often a wild ride 🙃.
Anchorage doesn't salt or sand their roads like the rest of the civilized world. I don't know why. I found out the hard way approaching the first stop sign in my rental car just outside the airport.
As someone who flies a fair amount - but really Hates Turbulence - it actually is really good to watch this and to be reminded of how competent and calm and professional pilots are no matter what. I mean - I know they are - but it's just good to see it.
Most professional pilots are this way. There are some bad apples out there. This is inevitable, but for the most part, all professional pilots are just that, professional. There is really no need to be that concerned about the bad weather as you fly in a commercial aircraft. Just remember that the most dangerous part of your journey is the way to and from the airport. Sigurd Johnson, thank you so much for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
@@afreightdogslife They are all professional until emergencies arise then we really see how proficient and competent they are. With some of the Woke policies, that airlines are now pursuing, when traveling I often wonder if the most qualified folks are in the cockpit and it gives me much pause. * Retired from the aviation industry.
@Florida Storm Good points. I haven't seen any of those situations yet. I hope I never do. For the most part, most of these people with questionable backgrounds or experiences are usually found out during training, and they don't make it. In the cargo world, life is not that simple nor easy. We usually have extremely long duty days, normally 30 hours and long flights, with a maximum of 16 hours of flight with a heavy crew. These conditions, along should deter anyone with a weak disposition or not ready for the tough reality of a cargo pilot. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
I conquered my fear of turbulence watching 74Gear channel, pilot Kelsey said if you’re flying cargo you can go faster, not having to worry about passengers getting a rough ride. Pilots and airplane structures can handle so much more rough air than we know. I used to be gripped in fear if the water bottle on the tray table started sliding, now I don’t care if it hits the ceiling!
@@ADDMEONPSN Good idea. I do recommend you watch Kelsey on 74Gear though, he explains it so well. It changed my life. I used to check my will was on the dressing table clearly visible, before every flight, and pre covid I flew a lot!
Absolutely impressive control of the aircraft all the way down despite such horrible turbulence. This is a true testament of real pros at work. Everytime your plane lands safely dont forget to compliment and thank your pilot
We always complement the pilot who does the landing. Sometimes we just tell the guy that his landing was Ok, or not bad for a beginner and we all laugh about it. Thank you for watching my videos.
@@jerryc1010 The alarm that you hear are the autopilots disconnect signal, the first officer disconnected the autopilots at around 700 feet. Why try to take over the flying, when the computers are doing a good job flying the aircraft for you? From that moment on it was all his flying abilities, and he did a good job. Thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
Hello there, Mark Johnson. First of all, I am the one who wants to thank you for taking the time to watch my videos. This video was recorded with my cellphone at the very last minute as we descended to Anchorage. I had a GoPro, but the batteries were almost dead because I had been recording earlier during the flight, and I didn't think about the possibility that I could need the GoPro for the landing portion of the flight. As we descended through 6,000 feet, the real hard bumpy ride started. That's when I realized that I needed the GoPro, but I knew that if I had started recording with dead batteries, at any moment, it would shut down my camera and ruin the video. So I did the only thing that I could do, and I grabbed the cellphone and started recording the crazy ride. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
when a Jumbo is shaking like that in this video- a 400ton airplane-than you have a bumpy approach, great skill from the 2 pilot calm, and professional..you did a great job... greetings from a retired college ,Germany
@abbmichael, believe it or not, the first officer was going through IOE, and he was dealt with lots of challenges on this particular flight, and he managed to accomplish his duties as planned. I am 62 years old, and I am not currently flying, as I had to resign from my airline in order to help my wife cope with her cancer diagnosis and treatment. She is now a cancer survivor. However, the consequences of the treatment have left a lot of physical and emotional trauma in her that I can not even consider going back to work for at least perhaps another year. I am being very optimistic about it, so in theory, I have three years before the mandatory retirement from 121 airline operations. Only time will tell. Sometimes, I think that I have already flown my last flight back in 2022, when she received her diagnosis and our lives were changed forever. Thank you for your kind words and for stopping by my humble channel. It is much appreciated.
Lifelong Anchorage Resident. Lived about a mile from the airport (near Kincaid) Despite its stunning scenery, the city's airport is notorious for its wind-driven turbulence. You know it's windy when they route the big jets to land from the west. Nothing like a little jet fuel in the morning, Anchorage is Located off a channel of cold water and surrounded by steep mountains and glaciers, the airport is also subject to strong winds. I've had some white knuckle rides in small aircraft, With such excitement in store, who needs an in-flight movie?
Hahahaha, very good description of an infighting adventure. All jocking aside, Anchorage could be a real challenge some days, while sometimes it is as smooth as glass. Amycuaresma, thank you for stopping by my humble channel and for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
I remember when I would fly in from the north slope to anchorage every month.... and we had a really rough ride. I'd always think... 'look if the planes gonna go down... at least do it on my way to work not on my way for time off'
I am sorry to hear that ma'am, I hope he is alright now and that he got back on the proverbial horse, and rode it once again! Thank you for watching my videos.
That's more of a CFI issue than your husband's lack of ability. They should have looked at the weather before takeoff, especially his students first solo. Glad he was OK, did he continue to fly?
Stephanie, I could only hope that this video settles your apprehension to flying and the turbulence associated with it. As you can see here, even this rough flight is safe. So the next time you are about to take a flight, just relax and enjoy the trip. Thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
I just started getting into your videos and aviation live streaming..it’s incredible! Thank you for bringing it to my television! Funny that the 380 got me into this but the 747 will never stop being king!
@@afreightdogslife You got another Aussie AME (Qantas) on here. I've been on some bumpy winter landings into Chicago O'Hare, but this one beats them any day! 🙂🇦🇺🇺🇸
For the past year I have been very interested in getting a pilots license and after watching some videos like this I am always so amazed at the calm nature of the pilots going through a ride this bumpy and not getting too overwhelmed by the situation and performing to their best capabilities at all times, it just makes me feel that we humans can do such amazing things! Such an incredible video and outstanding result, I Salute both of those pilots.
I can only say: go for it: my dad wanted to, but never got to that point (at that time he couldn't, as he was wearing glasses, which was an absolute no for piloting). Only since I started working in the aviation industry and wanted to know more about some of the stuff I service, I found out how serious my dad had taken this and gave me a few of his books he had used for study. The glasses weren't the only showstopper by the way ;) He met my mom and that was it (it was (and still is) a rather costly thing to become a pilot)
Hello John. I am sorry that I did not get to answer the comments posted by many persons like you guys. I have been going through initial training at FlightSafety International to become an instructor for professional pilots. I had to take many courses and the training is very time-consuming. As you know, I am an airline pilot who has 4 years left before my retirement from FAR-121 flying at age 65. What you guys may not know is that my wife was diagnosed with cancer, and I had to take a leave of absence in order to take care of her as she started her treatment. As you guys also know, battling cancer is not an easy endeavor. It takes a toll on everyone, especially on the sick, and it takes a long time to combat and defeat de disease. I needed to find a job to help pay for the monthly expenses since, while on a leave of absence, you do not get a salary. FlightSafety offered me a job as an instructor, and I couldn't pass the opportunity to be able to work and be near my home for obvious reasons. Now, about your dream to become a professional pilot, I could only say the following; always follow your dream until it is no longer a dream. You must go to flight school and achieve your dream of becoming a professional pilot. If you don't do it, you will forever regret it. I knew ever since I could remember that the only thing that I wanted to be when I grew up was to be a pilot. I made my dream a reality, and I never looked back. There is no better feeling in the world than making your dream, your hobby, into a career. Don't let time, money, or people stand in your way to success. Lastly, I will say the following. Never, ever, allow yourself to fail a checkride because it will hunt you for the rest of your career. That single failure alone will create such a bad precedence that it will follow you and will be the difference between having a dream job in an airline of your choice or a job at an airline that no one would like to be enjoyed by. This act alone is like having genital herpes and having to tell everyone you meet because there is no hiding the truth in aviation. Aviation is a very small world, and believe me, you will meet someone who knows someone you know or know you. Besides, everything you do professionally is documented and follows you from your current job to your next interview. Good luck, my friend. Study hard, but have fun and blue skies to you. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
@@afreightdogslife Ouch, what if one failed a checkride and has genital herpes. Can't be as bad an act as being mind controlled by the msm and falling for the vaxx narrative surely?
I have flown into Anchorage twice and both times were incredibly windy and bumpy. The last time there were grown men shrieking in fear. I work in aerospace and know the stresses the airframes are subjected to so I don't really worry too much. Pretty intense though.
There were not grown men “shrieking in fear”. I’ve flown into anchorage dozens of times in high wind and have never heard anything of the sort, so please stop with the hyperbole.
Hello Jack Slagle, There should be other videos floating around in CZcams outer space, I am certain that I am not the only one with crazy videos 😅 I am glad that you are here enjoying my videos. Thank you for watching!
Thank you for sharing! Fifty years in ANC, many of them at the departure end there, at Kulis ANGB, before we went to Elmendorf. I live in South Dakota now, and this was a great reality peek back at approaches into the bowl in bad weather. Nicely done! (I sure do miss airplane noise here.) Fly safe and press on, Dana Nichols
Hello there Dana Nichols, I am the one who needs to thank you for watching my videos. As a US Army veteran, I am always happy to have fellow veterans here in my humble channel. One thing for sure is that the cold air, and the snow are definitely as equal in the Dakotas as it is in Anchorage. Thank you for being here, much appreciated!
Very good, Pamela Gileno. All crewmembers who venture flying in Alaska are good and safe pilots, with lots of operational experience being built daily! Love flying to and from Alaska, especially during the winter months. The vies are just espectacular. Thank you both for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
@@Kaktus965 Whatever you say. Not sure what drove you to reply but some people aren't happy I guess unless they're bringing others down. Have a nice life!
@@pamelagileno5483 My life is grand, Pamela, thank you. And my wife doesn’t brag about my “competency”, as she has plenty of her own accomplishments she could brag about if she were that type….
Amazing! I am terrible flyer, my nerves would have been wrecked had I gone through this. Heck, even just watching this video is tough. Great work to the team and thanks for the visuals!
Hello there, TheFisical You don't need to worry about flying as flying today is absolutely safe and routine. Your pilots are professionals, and they will do whatever it takes to ensure your safe travel and especially your future return business, lol. Thank you for watching my videos. I am glad that you enjoyed the bumpy ride.
Landed once on the 777F in a typhoon while sitting on the jumpseat and this video definitely brought back memories.😅 Awesome video man, loved every second of it!
Hello there, Otaku Aviators. I am glad that this video brought back some memories. One big difference between your flight and this flight is that we didn't have the rain associated with a typhoon. I'll bet your flight was even rougher than ours. Thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
These professionals are so in control; so very calm, and did such an amazing job. When you stand next to a 747-400, you realize just how much experience and understanding was necessary to bring this big bird down so beautifully. In credible work. Real teamwork at play also. I can't say enough as to how grand that landing was done. They deserve handshakes from every person on that plane, with words of appreciation. I would have been honored to have met these gentlemen. I am so glad each and every comment posted said it like is was. I do hope they kept copies of all these kudos. They all deserve to be framed in those pilot's honor. Truly amazing.
Hello there, Rodlightheart. On behalf of the crew, I would like to thank you for your kind words. You should know that we are pilots for a cargo airline, and everyone inside our aircraft is part of the crew as a flight crew member. In this particular flight, the captain flying on the left seat was giving instruction to the first officer who was flying the airplane from the right seat. The first officer was doing what it is called in the airline industry as IOE (Initial Operational Experience). The first officer was a newly hired pilot and was going through his required operational experience, and this flight was his third flight with the company. Subsequently, he was signed off by the training captain on the very next flight that we did, and now this first officer is flying the line as a first officer. You might want to know what my role was during this flight. Well, I was the relief captain, and the second first officer onboard was the relief first officer. We are needed as part of the crew since all we do is to fly long distances worldwide, followed by domestic flights. Again, thank you for stopping by my humble channel and for watching my videos. it is much appreciated.
Hero there, Pauliepaul What you are seeing here is an optical illusion, so let me explain. I wanted to use my GoPro when I noticed the bumpy ride started as we descended through 7,000 feet. After I started recording with the GoPro, the batteries suddenly died, and as the turbulence got really rough, the only camera that I had available to me was my cellphone camera, so I grabbed the phone and started recording. I did try to be as smooth as possible, but the bumpy ride proved to be more than my arms and hands could compensate for. Now, the reason why the screens look like that is because the cellphone camera refreshing rate was not in cync with the aircraft's electronics. While our eyes see perfectly stable computer generated pictures, the cellphone camera only sees electronic chaos, as evidenced by this video. This is akin to trying to record a TV show directly from the screen on an old television set. You know the types that had a picture tube instead of a flat TV screen. As you play back your video, you will notice that the video is going to be showing flickering and flashing. Sometimes, the image will be rolling up at a good pace. I got I was able to explain the situation here in this video. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
I gotta sub after that landing! I had "mine" coming into Anchorage 11/19/20. Smaller plane (737-800), and a round of applause from all for the pilots upon reaching our gate! As a spotter, you guys in the Big Birds amaze the most, whatever the weather. Stay safe!
Hello Siamesemama1, I thank you for subscribing and watching my videos. I am glad that you are enjoying these short videos, and flying! Yes the B737s are a lot smaller than our B747s. I used to fly those types a very long time ago. I also flew the smaller propeller piston engine driven types, so I have been around for a while 😅 I am glad to have you here.
I think I held my breath for like 6 minutes; turbulence scares the you-know-what out of me & I can tell that was very bumpy. I was actually gripping the armrests of my chair during your approach. Whew! That's some skilled flying, gentlemen. I'm in awe of pilots' skills.
Despite being the daughter of a captain, I do still have quite a bit of anxiety while flying. It’s comforting to me that there is no chaos in the cockpit; everything is routine, calm, light. Handling turbulence like it’s no big thing - meanwhile I’m back there bawling 😅
Hello Ohalexa, No need to be nervous, just like your father - I am assuming it is your father, we just did our job bringing another routine flight to an end. Thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
brought back a lot of memories when I used to work on seismic vessels on the Cook inlet and Kenai. My favorite part was taking the flight from Anchorage to Kenai on a small aircraft (9 plus the pilot) loved the video!!!!
I know it takes a lot of skill and training to have the know how to fly through weather like that. I'd definitely would pay to ride in that jump seat. Great job!
All of us, the pilots for any of the airlines flying out there in all kinds of weather, we have the same training except that it is tailored to their assigned equipment. We can do all this kind of flying, because of our training and dedication to the job. It is fun. Thank you for watching.
When I watch stuff like this and other cockpit videos, the first thought that comes to mind is...Can you imagine what the Wright Bros would think if they could witness what their work had created? 🤯
Flying to Korea as a serviceman in the 80s was quite a journey. For me, it started at home in NY with first hop to Lambert Field St Louis. Waited to board for quite a while. A 747 took us to San Fran, I was quite happy to get off the plane, get a Coke and have a cigarette or two while they refueled. On to Anchorage arriving at 5AM, remember the polar bear in the lobby. Then on to Yokota Japan. I was always nervous about crossing the Pacific, esp when the Captain came on and said 'we'll be heading out to sea in a few minutes'. It was okay in my 20s, I likely couldn't make that trip today at my age.
Hello there Ken, It is very impressive to think that you are actually seating at almost 26 feet up from the ground. I don't think there is another civilian aircraft that has the pilots seats that high from the ground. Thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
I've been on many bumpy approaches like this over the years, especially around British Columbia when I was an industrial pipefitter and worked at many industrial sites, pulp mills and oil refineries around the province back in the 1970's and 80's.
Thank you, Mark T. We do our best to complete our missions and then go home. On this particular day, we encountered lots of turbulence, but nothing that we couldn't handle. Once again, thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
Hello Prem Manu. The concentration and focus that you are required to have comes along with practice and knowledge of the aircraft systems and its handling characteristics. Pilots do tend to make this look easy and not a big deal, and sometimes, it is a big deal, but again, the crew makes it look like a walk in the park. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
Hello there, Jacobwright Thank you for the compliment, I will make sure to tell those guys who flee the leg. Btw, the first officer who was flying, that was his third actual flight on the B747-400 as he was at the time a newly hired pilot. He flew with us one more round trip, and then he was signed off to go fly the line. He did a great job indeed! Thank you for stopping by my humble channel and for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
Hello there Tam Jacobite, These guys did a very good job as you pointed out, they did let the autopilots do their thing, and then at around 700 feet above the ground, they disconnected them and hand flew the aircraft to a smooth touchdown. We still gave the first officer some grief for having landed kind of "hard" 🤣🤣👌🏻 Thank you for watching my videos.
Hello there Leonardo Lage, These guys are skilled for situations like this one, that's for sure. I tell you one thing, they are more skilled at flying than I am at video recording 😅🤣 All joking aside, when you get to this level in your flying career, you either have it or not. Most of us have reached that level, and we do our jobs with safety in mind. We all have a family, and we would love to go back to our families in one piece. Experience is only gained by doing it, whatever "it" might happens to be. Thank you for being here in my humble channel, and thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
I’d love that! I live in the Scottish highlands and my closest airport is in Inverness, 2 hours east of me. Only piddly wee airbus 319/320 aircraft there but it’s always quite a windy landing as you come in over the Cairngorm mountains. I’d love to see a 747/400 before they all disappear. I never got the chance to see a DC10, MD11 or L1011. I feel gutted that BA retired their fleet of 747 ladies. If I win the lottery, I’m buying a ticket on a Lufthansa 748 to the USA and then I’m parking my butt at Anchorage to watch all the gorgeous freight ladies fly in and out.
Hello MJ, You know, you don't have to win the lottery to fly to Alaska, just save your money little by little and then you could go to Anchorage and anchor yourself at the departure end of the runways. You are guaranteed to see everything heavy and some lighter ones as well. The only ones that I am afraid are no longer flying are, the Douglas DC-10 and the Lockheed L-1011, all the others are still at it, and going strong for many many years to come. Thank you for watching my videos.
Been in a back seat many time myself... Salmon fished here every year for years......... never gets old and you can smell the smoke houses for miles before you get to the ground.
Oh yes, Alaska is a modern state, but regardless of how modern it gets it has its wild side and as you said, you can smell it and if you really want, you can live the adventure! I personally love Alaska.
Easy does it baby! I was on the jump seat for one of these and I was really scared but at the same time SO in awe of the skill and professionalism. Well done!
Hello there, Jenny Broad. Do you still remember which airline was the one that you jumpseated on? All you have to remember is that these aircraft are piloted by professional crew members, and even if the flight gets scary, you should try to enjoy the ride 😉 Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
@Jenny Broad Simple awesome! I never flew the L-1011s or the B747s classic as a pilot. However, just like you, I, too, did fly on the jumpseat of both of those magnificent aircraft. Super cool 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Thank you James, you are too kind and to answer your question, yes we have 🤣 we try not to embarrass ourselves in front of the other pilots. But seriously, Anchorage could be a challenging place for any crewmember, but especially for the guys who fly passengers, now those guys are scrutinized by lots of people even if it's not their fault. Than you for watching my videos. Thank you
@@afreightdogslife As a simulator enthusiast who puts himself to sleep at night running checklists in his imaginary airplane, it’s always a pleasure to watch it in real life. Cheers!
@@jimmc2990 James, I am very pleased to be able to bring some entertainment to everyone who watches my channel. For you it's a thrill just to watch it in real life, as for me it's always good to show the real side of commercial aviation. Thank you for watching my videos.
Hello Brian L, If you have a crew member ID, all you have to do is to call the airline dispatch phone number and request a jump seat to any of the flights that are scheduled for the day that you would like to travel. Just remember, about 70% of the flights are international destinations and about 30% are domestic, so you can go and they will even provide your meals. Let me know if you need the dispatch number. Thank you for watching.
It was a pleasure posting this video, Charliehill. I am glad you liked the video. I will be recording more as soon as I'll return to flying later this year. Thank you for watching.
The first time I flew in I thought we were going to end up swimming! My Granddaughters thought it was fun. It was just as crazy as this video. Second time up, well that's just how it is. These pilots do a hellofa job.
Thank you for sharing!!! What a ride into the Anchorage!! Geezzzz!! That was a really bumpy ride in for the landing, but you made it. And that nice when you turned the camera onto youself!!! You had me laughing... Thanks.. I think the last time i had a really bumpy ride was flying into San Francisco on an Airbus 320 of courser a smaller aircraft. My many times flying on the 747-400s have been calm whether flying into Hong Kong or San Francisco.
Hello L. Mays, I am glad that you enjoyed this crazy video. As you know, not every video is the same. You have flown before in calmer weather, and in aircraft of different sizes, going into several nice places to fly to. I am certain that the B747-400, was an aircraft that you are not going to soon forget. Thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
@@afreightdogslife Thank you!☺☺ Yes, I miss the 747-400s that my United recently stopped flying. The 777s are the lead now and is fine. I do love them as well. And I know other airlines have the 747s British Airways and Lufthansa. So, I know how to get to Europe for vacations for example right now.☺☺But working the 747s will be missed. You fly safe always. Continued success!😘😘
Very nice landing with all that turbulence. I lived in Canada’s Arctic for 5 years and flying was always turbulent. The summer was especially bad as the rocks would radiate a constant wave of upward heat due to the 24 hour sunshine and unless you got above 25,000 feet you could get thrown all over the place. It was not fun if I was transferring a really sick patient somewhere as all that jostling usually made them sicker or the pain worse depending on what their condition was. The North has some great pilots though.
Hello Chanda Russell, I absolutely agree with you. It is so true that most of the times a low-level flight in Alaska could get really rough. Sometimes, it doesn't happen, while another time, it could be teeth rattling. Thank you for taking the time to watch my videos. Blue skies to you, my friend.
Well done guys🎉great video for my family to watch here in Australia. Very professional cockpit management in those bumpy conditions on your approach. All the best guys 👍
Hello there, SamRuberto I should mention that the first officer flying on the right seat was a newly hired pilot from Australia. This was his third flight, and he was signed off on the next flight that we did. I must mention that he did a fine job. Today, the same first officer should get upgraded to captain, especially since he had experience as a calado at Cathay Dragon in Hong Kong. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
Very nicely done! You can see throughout the video what a gusty, windy approach they’re flying, yet the pilot is making minimal adjustments with the control wheel. I watch some of the younger, inexperienced pilots making videos on relatively calm wind days jerking, yanking, and banking (causing pilot induced oscillation), and then pat themselves on the back for a “butter smooth landing.” (and all the Microsoft pilots congratulating him in the comments section) THIS is how a real pilot flies a plane.
You are too kind, we all started somewhere. As for me, I started flying amphibians in the Amazon jungle, that build confidence and experience. The Bush pilots of Alaska and Canada and Bush pilots in general around the world, are good "Stick and Rudder" pilots, as they transition to different equipment the learning never stops. Thank you for watching my videos.
Note that the pilot wasn’t flying the plane manually until the autopilot was turned off at about 600ft where it was also less turbulent than the first few minutes we see of the approach
Yeah, I like the guys acting like they did something amazing. They intercepted the ILS and landed. I didn't feel like explaining they intercepted the ILS in the first 30 seconds of the video. They were calm and worked well, that's my takeaway from the video
In the mid 80's upon arrival into anchorage we had wind gusts up to 85mph. We did FIVE go arounds before the pilot was able to set down. I was just behind the left wing and on each attempt that wing was only inches from the ground. I always figured there was not enough fuel to divert to fairbanks, or return to seattle, and the airstrip on base was having same gusts. Great job by pilot and ill never forget the power of those big jets. They hardly ever go full throttle but when he went around you were stuck back into your seat.
Sometimes it feels like you are on a Rollercoaster ride at one of those theme parks! As far as I know everyone has to have the minimum required fuel to destination, plus fuel for holding over for such cases as in your story, and fuel to the alternate airport. Most of us on days like this particular day was, we usually carry extra fuel for that "just in case" situation. Thank you for watching my videos.
Hey you say you were behind the wing "for every attempt" well yes of course you were lol. so, my question is being the 80s were you able to run all over in the plane and change seats?
I was stationed at the Nike Hercules missile site just outside of ft. Richardson in the middle 70's. We had a 100 mph wind speed indicator and on 2 occasions the wind broke the cable in the winter/spring of 1975. The barracks was at 4000 ft. ASL.
@@krisgreenwood5173 Hi Kris, Fort Richardson to me is news, as I had no idea that it was even there. Lots of people have no idea about the winds in the State of Alaska, they think it's some kind of tall tales, exaggerated wind stories, as told by people that has nothing better to do. Sadly they are all too real. As a combat engineer, I never had to deal with missiles or their silos, since we were always attached to an infantry unit, and our job was different from the rest of the Army. Thank you for watching my videos.
Hello there Darren4352, I can't imagine a C-172 in these conditions. I am sure it would be a real eye opener, I would feel bad for any passengers flying inside that Cessna Thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
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Reminds me of flying a MU-2 full of cargo into Vancouver from Willow Run. It was so bumpy that day. When I departed I was flying between two cloud layers at night when all of a sudden my cockpit lit up and it was static electricity coming off the props. That was the only time I got freaked out flying in over 5800hrs total time I have logged
Oh yes Embraer, I flew several of Embraer's aircraft, very good quality and good looking, except for my first one, the EMB110 Bandeirante. This airplane looks like the illegitimate son of your ugly friend, but you have to still like him 🤣🤣 Thank you for watching my videos.
Scared to death of heights but love flying. Coming into Vegas during thunderstorms getting tossed around pretty good with a runway change, by buddy lost it totally. I got excited and thought it was great fun. I knew we would be alright. Flying next to those towers of clouds was so impressive.
Hello there, Donstor1 Just remember, riding along in an aircraft is never going to be guaranteed to be a smooth flight because it all depends on the weather, meaning windy crosswind conditions, thunderstorms, regular rain showers, etc. Sometimes, all you get is a silky smooth ride! When you get one of those flights that make you feel like you are about to die, try to enjoy the flight as these meteorological conditions were expected. The crew is a professional crew, and most importantly, the aircraft can take lots of abuse, more than you think it would be possible. Actually, more than any roller-coaster rides that you could name. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
Thank you so very much for your email responses. You made my day. I'm glad you and the other folks were able to receive my comments. Flying cargo can be a real challenge, I understand. Heavy weights make control issues that much more critical; especially on long haul flights. One day, one of my nephews told me he was not happy in his sales position. I asked him what he dreamed of doing. He replied, "to become a pilot". My response was, typically mine (abrupt); "go for it". He did and has been a pilot after the training period and certification. He was approached one day by a fellow looking for a pilot for his new 737-max, after landing the commercial aircraft through storms. He is still flying him around the world and his family also. So happy doing his dream job. I am happy that your first officer was fully certified. Again, you and the crew did such an amazing job. Thank you for the video and reply. I wish more people would take their jobs so professionally as all of you did that day. I know that airport - a tough one summer and winter. Safe flying. Rod L
I am very happy to hear that your nephew was able to pursue his dreams, and today, he is living his dream. We all did that at one time or another. I knew that since I was a small child, somehow I was going to be an airline pilot when I grew up, I didn't know how, I just knew that I was going to be a pilot when I grew up. I followed my dream and did not let up the need to reach up my dream, including the days when I thought that dream was unattainable. I persisted, and I overcame all the obstacles that life and reality threw in my way towards my goal. There will be days in your nephew's professional life when he will feel like giving up and start doing something else. Those are trials that God will put in your nephew's way, and as he matures and grows as a person, and as a family man, he will overcome all of them, just like we all did. Nothing beats working, doing what you love best. To me, and probably most of us pilots, we are living our dreams and getting paid for! Lastly, a few years back, I used to work as a pilot for NASA's micro gravity program. We used to fly the famous "Vomit Comet" aircraft, flying astronauts, experiments, and a bunch of other stuff needed to be tested before going into space. It was so much fun, and I recorded a few of those flights - for my family, with my brand new "high tech" Nokia 3 mp flip phone 😅😂 I have a few videos of those days which survived my rudimentary storage. I hope that you will enjoy those videos as well. So you know, we goofed off in the back of the aircraft as the other pilots trained and performed their mandatory semiannual flight training. It was a blast, as it lasted for almost 90 minutes per crew, and then we would go to the front and replace those pilots and started with our flight training maneuvers. Thank you once again for stopping by my humble channel and for watching my videos. It is much appreciated. czcams.com/video/NHVRdC5tF30/video.htmlsi=S3Q5nLrN_KFOZp5D
I love the communication that takes place between the pilots. Also, A night flight into these conditions would probably be really interesting. Excellent job!
For the non flying public, I should mention that there is a lot of talking between pilots, and the air traffic controllers, it could get very busy out there. Thank you for watching my videos.
These pilots really earn there money. It appears they need to be in pretty good physical condition with good balance to control the extreme velocity just like a professional race car driver. Good job fellas 👏
Used to be Flight Support for Northern Air Cargo based out of PANC. Did this exact thing with their 737-400 into runway 15 and 7R a lot. A lot more fun in person than watching it from a screen
Absolutely correct, my friend. To be able to sit in the cockpit and watch this as it develops, it's very cool indeed, better than watching it on tv. NAC is a good outfit, and now they have a new station in MIA with their B767s. Thank you for watching my videos, much appreciated.
I'm a sim pilot that hopes to get my private license. This was fun to watch. Plus, I'm a winter guy so anything showing snow makes me calm and in a good mood.
Hello Parish 20, This was indeed a very turbulent flight, however it looks slightly worst than it really was, due to my unsteady hands trying to hold the cellphone camera at a constant angle. I wanted to record the approach and landing with my GoPro, but the batteries were dead, so I had to grab the cellphone and started recording as it was set up. Thank you for watching my videos.
Hello Dannoga. I can't imagine how the passengers flying in a B737 or an A-320 must feel in this kind of wind and turbulence. Alaska is infamous for this kind of windy approaches and bumpy rides. To us, this is just another day in the life of a cargo aircraft crewmember. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
Now that is how you land a big boy in moderate to severe turbulence! Reminds me of a landing I experienced coming into Albuquerque, NM. I was sitting next to a flight attendant, and although many of the passengers were totally freaked, we just chatted all the way to touchdown.
Hello there, Mita. That's exactly what you must do, and that is simply because the following; there is nothing, absolutely nothing you can do to stop the turbulence except to ride it out, and lastly, you can choose to enjoy the ride or just ignore it while being occupied doing something else, like the pilots flying the airplane on this video, lol. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
Hello there, PTJ This kind of flying is expected at one time or another. You have an idea of how the weather is going to be at the time of your arrival, and you plan ahead as to how you will deal with such adverse weather. There is one thing to remember from a passenger point of view, you shouldn't worry about crashing and dying because of a bumpy ride, the pilots flying your aircraft are profesional pilots and this is what we do day in and day out. Thank you for watching my videos. It is much appreciated.
This is awesome! I love turbulence. The bumpier the better! Thanks for this video and thanks to the crew for their training and experience in situations like this.
Thank you Mike, it is our job and we gladly do it in all kinds of weather. You should consider subscribing for more videos like this one. Thank you for watching my videos.
@@afreightdogslife Done! Just subscribed. My late father in law was a hump pilot during WWII and went on to fly commercially until retirement when he reached 60. I love aviation. Thanks again for the videos.
Awesome perspective! May I feature this landing in one of my next episodes? Of course with a link back to your original video. Cheers!
Of course, it would be my pleasure.
Thank you!
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😂😂😂😂😂That's funny!!! It did feel like the video had the viewer personally inside the cabin!!!😳🙄
Lol.
@@afreightdogslife He is making money out of your video. Ask for compensation.
Because of the location of the east runways, just prior to Fire Island is the convergence of two, sometimes three wind components of the Anchorage Bowl. This creates at times a very nasty ride from about 5000’ to about 400’. Usually it smooths out in close.
Experience: 28 year Captain at Alaska Airlines, Anchorage based.
It shakes the snot out of the 73s, 74s and everything else flying in the area, along with it's occupants. Lol
Thanks for sharing this info, Captain Ryan. As a nervous flyer who HATES turbulence, watching this video made my blood pressure rise. OMG!!! I have relatives in my family who have been pilots and I always find it fascinating to chat with them about their piloting experiences and how cool they were under VERY stressful flying conditions.
I noticed neither of the pilots had their hands on the yokes. Are they on auto pilot in decent and landing?
@@kgs_7186 the first officer on the right has his right hand on the yoke
Why are the displays blinking like that?
I love how gently they were on the control's, despite the wind. No panicked seesawing on the yoke, or wild inputs on the throttles, just so calm ... Absolute pro's, Respect.
Damien, you are much too kind. This is our job and we enjoy doing it. Sometimes it gets hectic or plain boring, but we always try to find the fun side to this job. Most of the times you just have to follow the rhythm and dance with the airplane the night away 😆
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@@afreightdogslife new sub here ..great video & I love that description of dancing with the plane 🤣.. worked at an airport many years & I always tell pax worried about the bumps that the turbulence may break an arm but it won't break the plane ..they find that oddly comforting ..cheers 😁
@@carlbode666 hahahaha, a good one to tell the passengers about what's to come for sure! Thank you for subscribing and 👍🏻 my videos. I will be uploading a few more older videos, as I have about 30 more left to upload, also I will be recording new ones as I'll go back to work soon. This CZcams stuff has consumed a lot of my free time, but I am happy to answer any questions from anyone who asks!
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@@afreightdogslife will be working my way through them all .. cheers 😁
Are you implying pilots that fly Boeing's who input more controls on short final during windy approaches are somehow inferior?
Them's fighting words bra
As a retired airline pilot, I’ll say nice job guys!
Thank you, my fellow aviator rj934! Much appreciated.
What airline was this please.freighter?excellent work guys
@@Mikeyp1054national airlines
Unbelievable. A true testament to their amazing ability. Always pray for our pilots when flying. So appreciated. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻.
And we appreciate you for taking the time to watch my videos and enjoy them.
Hopefully, there will be more videos coming.
I'm glad you liked this video.
You guys make it look like a walk in the park. Landing 450 tons of metal going 170, perfectly straight, with cross-winds... I know by now this should not still amaze me like it does, but man is that cool!! Awesome job fellas!
Thank you Ryan, it is challenging but as you can see, it is doable.
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You don’t seriously think that plane weighs 900,000 lbs do you? They’re not in a B747. 😂🤣😂
@@secretsquirrel572 Hahaha, it actually weights a little less than that. Our maximum takeoff weight is 394,625 kilos or 870,000 pounds. In this video we are flying on a B747-400.
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This is why I like to see a little gray in the pilot's hair.
@@Tron-Jockey Most of us in this business have some gray hair, and more to come lol.
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I flew into Anchorage international airport about 20 years ago and it was so windy the cab that took me home was almost blown off the iced road. That pilot was first rate in my book.
Cabbie needed some studded Blizzacks, then he'd uh been ok
@@rambultruesdell3412 I used to drive a taxi in Anchorage. There are times when even studs don't help. Being on a dry road wouldn't help. It would be that windy.
Anchorage has the lucky(?) misfortune of 7 major crosswinds converging above it. This makes flying in and out about as exciting as the flights out of Baghdad and the weather notoriously difficult to predict. It’s often a wild ride 🙃.
I would CONQUER.. The right seater IS/did an EXCELLENT job.. and after landing the left seater gave the right seater a break during taxiing 👍
Anchorage doesn't salt or sand their roads like the rest of the civilized world. I don't know why. I found out the hard way approaching the first stop sign in my rental car just outside the airport.
As someone who flies a fair amount - but really Hates Turbulence - it actually is really good to watch this and to be reminded of how competent and calm and professional pilots are no matter what. I mean - I know they are - but it's just good to see it.
Most professional pilots are this way. There are some bad apples out there. This is inevitable, but for the most part, all professional pilots are just that, professional.
There is really no need to be that concerned about the bad weather as you fly in a commercial aircraft. Just remember that the most dangerous part of your journey is the way to and from the airport.
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Agree
@@afreightdogslife They are all professional until emergencies arise then we really see how proficient and competent they are. With some of the Woke policies, that airlines are now pursuing, when traveling I often wonder if the most qualified folks are in the cockpit and it gives me much pause.
* Retired from the aviation industry.
@Florida Storm Good points. I haven't seen any of those situations yet. I hope I never do. For the most part, most of these people with questionable backgrounds or experiences are usually found out during training, and they don't make it. In the cargo world, life is not that simple nor easy. We usually have extremely long duty days, normally 30 hours and long flights, with a maximum of 16 hours of flight with a heavy crew. These conditions, along should deter anyone with a weak disposition or not ready for the tough reality of a cargo pilot.
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Amen brother!
I conquered my fear of turbulence watching 74Gear channel, pilot Kelsey said if you’re flying cargo you can go faster, not having to worry about passengers getting a rough ride. Pilots and airplane structures can handle so much more rough air than we know. I used to be gripped in fear if the water bottle on the tray table started sliding, now I don’t care if it hits the ceiling!
Im trying to get like you. I plan on taking a short hour trip from Baltimore to New York. Hopefully I can talk to the pilots about the trip
@@ADDMEONPSN Good idea. I do recommend you watch Kelsey on 74Gear though, he explains it so well. It changed my life. I used to check my will was on the dressing table clearly visible, before every flight, and pre covid I flew a lot!
If there is enough time before or after the flight, you should absolutely try to talk to the pilots.
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I hope to be like you!
Absolutely impressive control of the aircraft all the way down despite such horrible turbulence. This is a true testament of real pros at work. Everytime your plane lands safely dont forget to compliment and thank your pilot
We always complement the pilot who does the landing. Sometimes we just tell the guy that his landing was Ok, or not bad for a beginner and we all laugh about it.
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Looks like the autopilot was flying the airplane till just before 500 feet? You can hear A/P disconnect alarm just before the "500 feet" announcement.
@@jerryc1010 The alarm that you hear are the autopilots disconnect signal, the first officer disconnected the autopilots at around 700 feet. Why try to take over the flying, when the computers are doing a good job flying the aircraft for you?
From that moment on it was all his flying abilities, and he did a good job.
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@@afreightdogslife That's what I meant by
A/P disconnect alarm. Autopilot.
Autopilot flew most of it.
This is how all videos should be. No narration, no cuts, complete video. Well done Sir or Ma'am !
Hello there, Mark Johnson.
First of all, I am the one who wants to thank you for taking the time to watch my videos.
This video was recorded with my cellphone at the very last minute as we descended to Anchorage. I had a GoPro, but the batteries were almost dead because I had been recording earlier during the flight, and I didn't think about the possibility that I could need the GoPro for the landing portion of the flight. As we descended through 6,000 feet, the real hard bumpy ride started. That's when I realized that I needed the GoPro, but I knew that if I had started recording with dead batteries, at any moment, it would shut down my camera and ruin the video. So I did the only thing that I could do, and I grabbed the cellphone and started recording the crazy ride.
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@@afreightdogslife I was definitely holding on to my chair, and thankful I wasn't there, ; )
when a Jumbo is shaking like that in this video- a 400ton airplane-than you have a bumpy approach, great skill from the 2 pilot
calm, and professional..you did a great job... greetings from a retired college ,Germany
@abbmichael, believe it or not, the first officer was going through IOE, and he was dealt with lots of challenges on this particular flight, and he managed to accomplish his duties as planned.
I am 62 years old, and I am not currently flying, as I had to resign from my airline in order to help my wife cope with her cancer diagnosis and treatment. She is now a cancer survivor. However, the consequences of the treatment have left a lot of physical and emotional trauma in her that I can not even consider going back to work for at least perhaps another year. I am being very optimistic about it, so in theory, I have three years before the mandatory retirement from 121 airline operations. Only time will tell. Sometimes, I think that I have already flown my last flight back in 2022, when she received her diagnosis and our lives were changed forever.
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Lifelong Anchorage Resident. Lived about a mile from the airport (near Kincaid)
Despite its stunning scenery, the city's airport is notorious for its wind-driven turbulence. You know it's windy when they route the big jets to land from the west. Nothing like a little jet fuel in the morning, Anchorage is Located off a channel of cold water and surrounded by steep mountains and glaciers, the airport is also subject to strong winds. I've had some white knuckle rides in small aircraft, With such excitement in store, who needs an in-flight movie?
Hahahaha, very good description of an infighting adventure.
All jocking aside, Anchorage could be a real challenge some days, while sometimes it is as smooth as glass.
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I remember when I would fly in from the north slope to anchorage every month.... and we had a really rough ride. I'd always think... 'look if the planes gonna go down... at least do it on my way to work not on my way for time off'
Hahaha, good one 👍🏻
My husband totalled a small plane on his first solo in SE Alaska due to cross winds on runway. Thank God he made it out alive with a minor head gash.
I am sorry to hear that ma'am, I hope he is alright now and that he got back on the proverbial horse, and rode it once again!
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That's more of a CFI issue than your husband's lack of ability. They should have looked at the weather before takeoff, especially his students first solo. Glad he was OK, did he continue to fly?
You know, pilots are pretty freaking awesome
You know, I will make sure to tell them that, the next time I'll see them.
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Wow, this is amazing! Thank you for posting. I've always had severe anxiety with turbulence, so this was an interesting point of view.
Stephanie, I could only hope that this video settles your apprehension to flying and the turbulence associated with it. As you can see here, even this rough flight is safe. So the next time you are about to take a flight, just relax and enjoy the trip.
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@@afreightdogslife I’m the opposite, I love turbulence! 😂 You both did an amazing job, you were so calm! Kudos to both of you.
As a former maintainer of this aircraft type this video of a 747-400 flight deck in action was a sight for sore eyes! You have gained a sub.
I thank you for subscribing John, without A&Ps there won't be any flying, none whatsoever 👍🏻 👍🏻
Is this Atlas, Kalitta, Qantas 747? And by the way, fantastic flying and teamwork all around!
@@willhpc4-life249 Good guess, actually we work for National Airlines.
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I just started getting into your videos and aviation live streaming..it’s incredible! Thank you for bringing it to my television! Funny that the 380 got me into this but the 747 will never stop being king!
@@afreightdogslife
You got another Aussie AME (Qantas) on here.
I've been on some bumpy winter landings into Chicago O'Hare, but this one beats them any day! 🙂🇦🇺🇺🇸
Having worked at Red Dog Mine for 5 yrs I can most certainly say Alaska Airline Pilots are the best.
In USA, Alaska Airlines is the Best!.
My girlfriend worked at Red Dog Mine for a few years back in the 80s and 90s...she flew on Alaska a lot...
This video is one of the best that shows how it looks like in the cockpit during a rough landing .. thank you very much
Thank you Mohamad Khazal, the crew will appreciate your words.
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For the past year I have been very interested in getting a pilots license and after watching some videos like this I am always so amazed at the calm nature of the pilots going through a ride this bumpy and not getting too overwhelmed by the situation and performing to their best capabilities at all times, it just makes me feel that we humans can do such amazing things! Such an incredible video and outstanding result, I Salute both of those pilots.
I can only say: go for it: my dad wanted to, but never got to that point (at that time he couldn't, as he was wearing glasses, which was an absolute no for piloting). Only since I started working in the aviation industry and wanted to know more about some of the stuff I service, I found out how serious my dad had taken this and gave me a few of his books he had used for study.
The glasses weren't the only showstopper by the way ;) He met my mom and that was it (it was (and still is) a rather costly thing to become a pilot)
It takes a rather specific person to do this with calm.
Hello John.
I am sorry that I did not get to answer the comments posted by many persons like you guys.
I have been going through initial training at FlightSafety International to become an instructor for professional pilots. I had to take many courses and the training is very time-consuming. As you know, I am an airline pilot who has 4 years left before my retirement from FAR-121 flying at age 65. What you guys may not know is that my wife was diagnosed with cancer, and I had to take a leave of absence in order to take care of her as she started her treatment. As you guys also know, battling cancer is not an easy endeavor. It takes a toll on everyone, especially on the sick, and it takes a long time to combat and defeat de disease.
I needed to find a job to help pay for the monthly expenses since, while on a leave of absence, you do not get a salary. FlightSafety offered me a job as an instructor, and I couldn't pass the opportunity to be able to work and be near my home for obvious reasons.
Now, about your dream to become a professional pilot, I could only say the following; always follow your dream until it is no longer a dream. You must go to flight school and achieve your dream of becoming a professional pilot. If you don't do it, you will forever regret it.
I knew ever since I could remember that the only thing that I wanted to be when I grew up was to be a pilot. I made my dream a reality, and I never looked back. There is no better feeling in the world than making your dream, your hobby, into a career. Don't let time, money, or people stand in your way to success.
Lastly, I will say the following. Never, ever, allow yourself to fail a checkride because it will hunt you for the rest of your career. That single failure alone will create such a bad precedence that it will follow you and will be the difference between having a dream job in an airline of your choice or a job at an airline that no one would like to be enjoyed by.
This act alone is like having genital herpes and having to tell everyone you meet because there is no hiding the truth in aviation.
Aviation is a very small world, and believe me, you will meet someone who knows someone you know or know you. Besides, everything you do professionally is documented and follows you from your current job to your next interview.
Good luck, my friend. Study hard, but have fun and blue skies to you.
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@@afreightdogslife Ouch, what if one failed a checkride and has genital herpes. Can't be as bad an act as being mind controlled by the msm and falling for the vaxx narrative surely?
I have flown into Anchorage twice and both times were incredibly windy and bumpy. The last time there were grown men shrieking in fear. I work in aerospace and know the stresses the airframes are subjected to so I don't really worry too much. Pretty intense though.
There were not grown men “shrieking in fear”. I’ve flown into anchorage dozens of times in high wind and have never heard anything of the sort, so please stop with the hyperbole.
@@ramstacp did you just tell him that his experience on his flight that you weren't even on is... wrong? lol the internet is wild
@@ramstacp if i were on this flight I’d be crying especially since I am terrified of flying. A ride like this would not be easy for me.
Why's the screen all playing tricks like that?????
@@mysterio980 The frame rate of the camera and the refresh rate of the displays aren't synced so they appear to flicker.
Rocking and rolling in "THE QUEEN OF THE SKIES." Superb landing gentlemen!!!
There should be more of these videos. Much respect for the pilots flying into my town in Ketchikan Alaska.
Hello Jack Slagle,
There should be other videos floating around in CZcams outer space, I am certain that I am not the only one with crazy videos 😅
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@@afreightdogslife My uncle Mike Cessnun flew for Alaska for about 30 years
Thank you for sharing! Fifty years in ANC, many of them at the departure end there, at Kulis ANGB, before we went to Elmendorf. I live in South Dakota now, and this was a great reality peek back at approaches into the bowl in bad weather. Nicely done! (I sure do miss airplane noise here.) Fly safe and press on, Dana Nichols
Hello there Dana Nichols,
I am the one who needs to thank you for watching my videos. As a US Army veteran, I am always happy to have fellow veterans here in my humble channel.
One thing for sure is that the cold air, and the snow are definitely as equal in the Dakotas as it is in Anchorage.
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Wonderful - so cool and calm in the cockpit. Such demeanor. Such skill. Pilots r always to b admired and praised. I once knew a pilot.
Anchorage-based airline pilot spouse here. Fantastic video. My husband is at this level of competence as well🖤
Very good, Pamela Gileno. All crewmembers who venture flying in Alaska are good and safe pilots, with lots of operational experience being built daily!
Love flying to and from Alaska, especially during the winter months. The vies are just espectacular.
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Pretty bad when you feel the need to flex on behalf of your spouse, Pamela…
@@Kaktus965 Whatever you say. Not sure what drove you to reply but some people aren't happy I guess unless they're bringing others down.
Have a nice life!
@@pamelagileno5483 My life is grand, Pamela, thank you. And my wife doesn’t brag about my “competency”, as she has plenty of her own accomplishments she could brag about if she were that type….
I love this perspective! It feels like I'm bouncing around in the cockpit!
😅😂😂👍🏻
Amazing! I am terrible flyer, my nerves would have been wrecked had I gone through this. Heck, even just watching this video is tough. Great work to the team and thanks for the visuals!
Hello there, TheFisical
You don't need to worry about flying as flying today is absolutely safe and routine. Your pilots are professionals, and they will do whatever it takes to ensure your safe travel and especially your future return business, lol.
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Wonderful cockpit experience thanks for sharing beautiful video congratulations 🙏
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Landed once on the 777F in a typhoon while sitting on the jumpseat and this video definitely brought back memories.😅 Awesome video man, loved every second of it!
Hello there, Otaku Aviators.
I am glad that this video brought back some memories. One big difference between your flight and this flight is that we didn't have the rain associated with a typhoon. I'll bet your flight was even rougher than ours.
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These professionals are so in control; so very calm, and did such an amazing job. When you stand next to a 747-400, you realize just how much experience and understanding was necessary to bring this big bird down so beautifully. In credible work. Real teamwork at play also. I can't say enough as to how grand that landing was done. They deserve handshakes from every person on that plane, with words of appreciation. I would have been honored to have met these gentlemen. I am so glad each and every comment posted said it like is was. I do hope they kept copies of all these kudos. They all deserve to be framed in those pilot's honor. Truly amazing.
Hello there, Rodlightheart.
On behalf of the crew, I would like to thank you for your kind words. You should know that we are pilots for a cargo airline, and everyone inside our aircraft is part of the crew as a flight crew member.
In this particular flight, the captain flying on the left seat was giving instruction to the first officer who was flying the airplane from the right seat. The first officer was doing what it is called in the airline industry as IOE (Initial Operational Experience).
The first officer was a newly hired pilot and was going through his required operational experience, and this flight was his third flight with the company. Subsequently, he was signed off by the training captain on the very next flight that we did, and now this first officer is flying the line as a first officer.
You might want to know what my role was during this flight. Well, I was the relief captain, and the second first officer onboard was the relief first officer. We are needed as part of the crew since all we do is to fly long distances worldwide, followed by domestic flights.
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Seeing those lights flicker fast has sent shockwaves through me.
Hero there, Pauliepaul
What you are seeing here is an optical illusion, so let me explain.
I wanted to use my GoPro when I noticed the bumpy ride started as we descended through 7,000 feet. After I started recording with the GoPro, the batteries suddenly died, and as the turbulence got really rough, the only camera that I had available to me was my cellphone camera, so I grabbed the phone and started recording.
I did try to be as smooth as possible, but the bumpy ride proved to be more than my arms and hands could compensate for.
Now, the reason why the screens look like that is because the cellphone camera refreshing rate was not in cync with the aircraft's electronics. While our eyes see perfectly stable computer generated pictures, the cellphone camera only sees electronic chaos, as evidenced by this video.
This is akin to trying to record a TV show directly from the screen on an old television set. You know the types that had a picture tube instead of a flat TV screen. As you play back your video, you will notice that the video is going to be showing flickering and flashing. Sometimes, the image will be rolling up at a good pace.
I got I was able to explain the situation here in this video.
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@@afreightdogslife awesome explanation
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Impressive skill, not to mention calm and professionalism in the cockpit. Well done.
Turbulence nothing to worry about 😊
I gotta sub after that landing! I had "mine" coming into Anchorage 11/19/20. Smaller plane (737-800), and a round of applause from all for the pilots upon reaching our gate!
As a spotter, you guys in the Big Birds amaze the most, whatever the weather. Stay safe!
Hello Siamesemama1,
I thank you for subscribing and watching my videos. I am glad that you are enjoying these short videos, and flying! Yes the B737s are a lot smaller than our B747s. I used to fly those types a very long time ago. I also flew the smaller propeller piston engine driven types, so I have been around for a while 😅
I am glad to have you here.
@@afreightdogslife Glad to be here. Spotting the Queen is my favorite!
I think I held my breath for like 6 minutes; turbulence scares the you-know-what out of me & I can tell that was very bumpy. I was actually gripping the armrests of my chair during your approach. Whew! That's some skilled flying, gentlemen. I'm in awe of pilots' skills.
Despite being the daughter of a captain, I do still have quite a bit of anxiety while flying. It’s comforting to me that there is no chaos in the cockpit; everything is routine, calm, light. Handling turbulence like it’s no big thing - meanwhile I’m back there bawling 😅
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No need to be nervous, just like your father - I am assuming it is your father, we just did our job bringing another routine flight to an end.
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Man that was some fantastic flying! Kudos to those pilots for handling such choppy conditions.
Thanks a lot!
Nice landing. This is where experience, calm, and focus are valuable 👍🏼👍🏼
Couldn't agree more!
What a lovely machine that can safely do this every day for decades.
brought back a lot of memories when I used to work on seismic vessels on the Cook inlet and Kenai. My favorite part was taking the flight from Anchorage to Kenai on a small aircraft (9 plus the pilot) loved the video!!!!
I know it takes a lot of skill and training to have the know how to fly through weather like that. I'd definitely would pay to ride in that jump seat. Great job!
All of us, the pilots for any of the airlines flying out there in all kinds of weather, we have the same training except that it is tailored to their assigned equipment.
We can do all this kind of flying, because of our training and dedication to the job. It is fun.
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@@afreightdogslife My hat off and respect to all of you pilot's out there!
When I watch stuff like this and other cockpit videos, the first thought that comes to mind is...Can you imagine what the Wright Bros would think if they could witness what their work had created? 🤯
Don't forget to give credit to autopilot and Auto throttles. I doubt they were flying totally unassisted.
@@Vod-Kaknockers I think the wright brothers could have flown inside a 747
This video is one of the best. This 'bumping' landing is very impressive.
'The force will be with you, always!' Great flying....and landing.
Thank you Tony, you are too kind.
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Flying to Korea as a serviceman in the 80s was quite a journey. For me, it started at home in NY with first hop to Lambert Field St Louis. Waited to board for quite a while. A 747 took us to San Fran, I was quite happy to get off the plane, get a Coke and have a cigarette or two while they refueled. On to Anchorage arriving at 5AM, remember the polar bear in the lobby. Then on to Yokota Japan. I was always nervous about crossing the Pacific, esp when the Captain came on and said 'we'll be heading out to sea in a few minutes'. It was okay in my 20s, I likely couldn't make that trip today at my age.
Always impressed by how high above the 747 cockpit is above the tarmac/runway!
Hello there Ken,
It is very impressive to think that you are actually seating at almost 26 feet up from the ground.
I don't think there is another civilian aircraft that has the pilots seats that high from the ground.
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I've been on many bumpy approaches like this over the years, especially around British Columbia when I was an industrial pipefitter and worked at many industrial sites, pulp mills and oil refineries around the province back in the 1970's and 80's.
fantastic, pilots like these make us feel very safe!
Couldn't agree more!
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Flew into Reno end of February. Lot's of turbulence. Great job getting us on the ground safely. Ty
That is about as bumpy an approach as I have seen. Very nice approach and touchdown given the conditions. Experience makes the difference.
Much respect for the crew. They handled it like true professionals. 🔥💯🙏🤙👍
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Wow! Buttery smooth landing for such a rocky approach! Nicely done.
Thank you, Mark T.
We do our best to complete our missions and then go home. On this particular day, we encountered lots of turbulence, but nothing that we couldn't handle.
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That was beautiful. I love stories with a happy ending!
It amazes me everytime at the talent and focus it takes to land this big bird
Hello Prem Manu.
The concentration and focus that you are required to have comes along with practice and knowledge of the aircraft systems and its handling characteristics.
Pilots do tend to make this look easy and not a big deal, and sometimes, it is a big deal, but again, the crew makes it look like a walk in the park.
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Being in the cockpit, bumpy is exciting!
Being in the rear economy, it's Oh my gosh!!
More commonly known as brown trousers time.
Love this perspective! All my approaches to Alaska were from under the water with no windows so I can appreciate this difference.
Were you in a US Navy submarine?
Beautiful landing. Right down the center and touched down at the perfect spot despite the turbulence. Great job!
Hello there, Jacobwright
Thank you for the compliment, I will make sure to tell those guys who flee the leg. Btw, the first officer who was flying, that was his third actual flight on the B747-400 as he was at the time a newly hired pilot. He flew with us one more round trip, and then he was signed off to go fly the line.
He did a great job indeed!
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Incredible job by the pilots. I know you may say “all in a days work” but you did a fine job
Hello there Tam Jacobite,
These guys did a very good job as you pointed out, they did let the autopilots do their thing, and then at around 700 feet above the ground, they disconnected them and hand flew the aircraft to a smooth touchdown. We still gave the first officer some grief for having landed kind of "hard" 🤣🤣👌🏻
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Impressive, this is one of those jobs where you want nothing but the best in that cockpit based on skills, nothing else. Thank you for sharing this.
Hello there Leonardo Lage,
These guys are skilled for situations like this one, that's for sure. I tell you one thing, they are more skilled at flying than I am at video recording 😅🤣
All joking aside, when you get to this level in your flying career, you either have it or not. Most of us have reached that level, and we do our jobs with safety in mind. We all have a family, and we would love to go back to our families in one piece. Experience is only gained by doing it, whatever "it" might happens to be.
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I now understand that I will be DRIVING to Alaska. Thank you for the highly informative video.
Hahaha that was funny!
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I’d love that! I live in the Scottish highlands and my closest airport is in Inverness, 2 hours east of me. Only piddly wee airbus 319/320 aircraft there but it’s always quite a windy landing as you come in over the Cairngorm mountains. I’d love to see a 747/400 before they all disappear. I never got the chance to see a DC10, MD11 or L1011. I feel gutted that BA retired their fleet of 747 ladies. If I win the lottery, I’m buying a ticket on a Lufthansa 748 to the USA and then I’m parking my butt at Anchorage to watch all the gorgeous freight ladies fly in and out.
Hello MJ,
You know, you don't have to win the lottery to fly to Alaska, just save your money little by little and then you could go to Anchorage and anchor yourself at the departure end of the runways. You are guaranteed to see everything heavy and some lighter ones as well. The only ones that I am afraid are no longer flying are, the Douglas DC-10 and the Lockheed L-1011, all the others are still at it, and going strong for many many years to come.
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Been in a back seat many time myself... Salmon fished here every year for years......... never gets old and you can smell the smoke houses for miles before you get to the ground.
Oh yes, Alaska is a modern state, but regardless of how modern it gets it has its wild side and as you said, you can smell it and if you really want, you can live the adventure!
I personally love Alaska.
YEP.... City folk just do not understand, but I sure do.... Have a great day.
Easy does it baby! I was on the jump seat for one of these and I was really scared but at the same time SO in awe of the skill and professionalism. Well done!
Hello there, Jenny Broad.
Do you still remember which airline was the one that you jumpseated on? All you have to remember is that these aircraft are piloted by professional crew members, and even if the flight gets scary, you should try to enjoy the ride 😉
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Yes it was BA and my husband was the pilot! He flew L1011s and 747 200 and 400. Spent years in that seat and loved every minute....even the go rounds!
@Jenny Broad Simple awesome! I never flew the L-1011s or the B747s classic as a pilot. However, just like you, I, too, did fly on the jumpseat of both of those magnificent aircraft.
Super cool 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Love the cool, calm composure of these men.
Wow!
Something tells me these guys have done this before…. 😉
Amazing control and a wonderful landing. Bravo!
Thank you James, you are too kind and to answer your question, yes we have 🤣 we try not to embarrass ourselves in front of the other pilots. But seriously, Anchorage could be a challenging place for any crewmember, but especially for the guys who fly passengers, now those guys are scrutinized by lots of people even if it's not their fault.
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@@afreightdogslife As a simulator enthusiast who puts himself to sleep at night running checklists in his imaginary airplane, it’s always a pleasure to watch it in real life. Cheers!
@@jimmc2990 James, I am very pleased to be able to bring some entertainment to everyone who watches my channel. For you it's a thrill just to watch it in real life, as for me it's always good to show the real side of commercial aviation.
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Such a beautiful plane. I have had my pilots license forever (50 years)and it would be a dream come true to be in the jump seat!
Hello Brian L,
If you have a crew member ID, all you have to do is to call the airline dispatch phone number and request a jump seat to any of the flights that are scheduled for the day that you would like to travel. Just remember, about 70% of the flights are international destinations and about 30% are domestic, so you can go and they will even provide your meals. Let me know if you need the dispatch number. Thank you for watching.
Very very professional! Great pilots and fine landing.👍
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Beatriz.
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Awesome job by the crew. Thanks for posting. Wow!
It was a pleasure posting this video, Charliehill.
I am glad you liked the video. I will be recording more as soon as I'll return to flying later this year.
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Camera did a great job of balancing the exposure. You can see the panel and the exterior both.
The first time I flew in I thought we were going to end up swimming! My Granddaughters thought it was fun. It was just as crazy as this video. Second time up, well that's just how it is. These pilots do a hellofa job.
B747-400 is a beautiful machine.
Hello Asif, yes she is a beautiful flying machine.
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Thank you for sharing!!! What a ride into the Anchorage!! Geezzzz!! That was a really bumpy ride in for the landing, but you made it. And that nice when you turned the camera onto youself!!! You had me laughing... Thanks.. I think the last time i had a really bumpy ride was flying into San Francisco on an Airbus 320 of courser a smaller aircraft. My many times flying on the 747-400s have been calm whether flying into Hong Kong or San Francisco.
Hello L. Mays,
I am glad that you enjoyed this crazy video. As you know, not every video is the same. You have flown before in calmer weather, and in aircraft of different sizes, going into several nice places to fly to.
I am certain that the B747-400, was an aircraft that you are not going to soon forget.
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@@afreightdogslife Thank you!☺☺ Yes, I miss the 747-400s that my United recently stopped flying. The 777s are the lead now and is fine. I do love them as well. And I know other airlines have the 747s British Airways and Lufthansa. So, I know how to get to Europe for vacations for example right now.☺☺But working the 747s will be missed. You fly safe always. Continued success!😘😘
Very nice landing with all that turbulence. I lived in Canada’s Arctic for 5 years and flying was always turbulent. The summer was especially bad as the rocks would radiate a constant wave of upward heat due to the 24 hour sunshine and unless you got above 25,000 feet you could get thrown all over the place. It was not fun if I was transferring a really sick patient somewhere as all that jostling usually made them sicker or the pain worse depending on what their condition was. The North has some great pilots though.
Hello Chanda Russell,
I absolutely agree with you. It is so true that most of the times a low-level flight in Alaska could get really rough. Sometimes, it doesn't happen, while another time, it could be teeth rattling.
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Blue skies to you, my friend.
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Brilliant airmanship and a fantastic video! 🇬🇧
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Well done guys🎉great video for my family to watch here in Australia. Very professional cockpit management in those bumpy conditions on your approach. All the best guys 👍
Hello there, SamRuberto
I should mention that the first officer flying on the right seat was a newly hired pilot from Australia. This was his third flight, and he was signed off on the next flight that we did.
I must mention that he did a fine job. Today, the same first officer should get upgraded to captain, especially since he had experience as a calado at Cathay Dragon in Hong Kong.
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@@afreightdogslife great to hear from you guys. All the best👍🙂
Hou la la !!! Même le tableau de bord s'emballe 😊😊 toujours respectueuse de vos compétences, super vidéo 😊
Very nicely done! You can see throughout the video what a gusty, windy approach they’re flying, yet the pilot is making minimal adjustments with the control wheel. I watch some of the younger, inexperienced pilots making videos on relatively calm wind days jerking, yanking, and banking (causing pilot induced oscillation), and then pat themselves on the back for a “butter smooth landing.” (and all the Microsoft pilots congratulating him in the comments section) THIS is how a real pilot flies a plane.
You are too kind, we all started somewhere. As for me, I started flying amphibians in the Amazon jungle, that build confidence and experience. The Bush pilots of Alaska and Canada and Bush pilots in general around the world, are good "Stick and Rudder" pilots, as they transition to different equipment the learning never stops.
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Note that the pilot wasn’t flying the plane manually until the autopilot was turned off at about 600ft where it was also less turbulent than the first few minutes we see of the approach
Yeah, I like the guys acting like they did something amazing. They intercepted the ILS and landed. I didn't feel like explaining they intercepted the ILS in the first 30 seconds of the video. They were calm and worked well, that's my takeaway from the video
The autopilot* is making adjustments. It flew through most of the video.
In the mid 80's upon arrival into anchorage we had wind gusts up to 85mph. We did FIVE go arounds before the pilot was able to set down. I was just behind the left wing and on each attempt that wing was only inches from the ground. I always figured there was not enough fuel to divert to fairbanks, or return to seattle, and the airstrip on base was having same gusts. Great job by pilot and ill never forget the power of those big jets. They hardly ever go full throttle but when he went around you were stuck back into your seat.
Sometimes it feels like you are on a Rollercoaster ride at one of those theme parks!
As far as I know everyone has to have the minimum required fuel to destination, plus fuel for holding over for such cases as in your story, and fuel to the alternate airport. Most of us on days like this particular day was, we usually carry extra fuel for that "just in case" situation.
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Hey you say you were behind the wing "for every attempt" well yes of course you were lol. so, my question is being the 80s were you able to run all over in the plane and change seats?
@@ThatOneWeirdChannell you could get away with anything in the 80's....
I was stationed at the Nike Hercules missile site just outside of ft. Richardson in the middle 70's. We had a 100 mph wind speed indicator and on 2 occasions the wind broke the cable in the winter/spring of 1975. The barracks was at 4000 ft. ASL.
@@krisgreenwood5173 Hi Kris, Fort Richardson to me is news, as I had no idea that it was even there. Lots of people have no idea about the winds in the State of Alaska, they think it's some kind of tall tales, exaggerated wind stories, as told by people that has nothing better to do. Sadly they are all too real.
As a combat engineer, I never had to deal with missiles or their silos, since we were always attached to an infantry unit, and our job was different from the rest of the Army.
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That was very nicely done! The whole time I was trying to imagine that type of turbulence in a 172 and didn't like what I saw.
Hello there Darren4352,
I can't imagine a C-172 in these conditions. I am sure it would be a real eye opener, I would feel bad for any passengers flying inside that Cessna
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Being one with the machine, eye's constantly viewing flight data and doing your check lists , cool, calm and collective. Professionals.
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Thank you! you are too kind, it means a lot to us to be recognized as true professionals.
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It’s amazing how they can so calm. Kudos to these awesome pilots. God Bless you 🙏🙏
Thank you, Nadine Riegel
This is what we do and what we love to do.
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Reminds me of flying a MU-2 full of cargo into Vancouver from Willow Run. It was so bumpy that day. When I departed I was flying between two cloud layers at night when all of a sudden my cockpit lit up and it was static electricity coming off the props. That was the only time I got freaked out flying in over 5800hrs total time I have logged
Wow, an MU-2 freighter pilot? Much respect!
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@@afreightdogslife they are a fun aircraft to fly
This is how one can learn from videos. Greetings from Brazil / Go ahead EMBRAER!
Oh yes Embraer, I flew several of Embraer's aircraft, very good quality and good looking, except for my first one, the EMB110 Bandeirante. This airplane looks like the illegitimate son of your ugly friend, but you have to still like him 🤣🤣
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Scared to death of heights but love flying. Coming into Vegas during thunderstorms getting tossed around pretty good with a runway change, by buddy lost it totally. I got excited and thought it was great fun. I knew we would be alright. Flying next to those towers of clouds was so impressive.
Hello there, Donstor1
Just remember, riding along in an aircraft is never going to be guaranteed to be a smooth flight because it all depends on the weather, meaning windy crosswind conditions, thunderstorms, regular rain showers, etc. Sometimes, all you get is a silky smooth ride!
When you get one of those flights that make you feel like you are about to die, try to enjoy the flight as these meteorological conditions were expected. The crew is a professional crew, and most importantly, the aircraft can take lots of abuse, more than you think it would be possible. Actually, more than any roller-coaster rides that you could name.
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This is way cool 😎 ✈️. I love planes ✈️ and to see inside a cockpit when landing is awesome! Thanks for sharing this. 👍🏽
Wow! So much turbulence,and so much respect..
The vid appears to have been manipulated. So much of that respect is not actually earned.
Thank you so very much for your email responses. You made my day. I'm glad you and the other folks were able to receive my comments. Flying cargo can be a real challenge, I understand. Heavy weights make control issues that much more critical; especially on long haul flights. One day, one of my nephews told me he was not happy in his sales position. I asked him what he dreamed of doing. He replied, "to become a pilot". My response was, typically mine (abrupt); "go for it". He did and has been a pilot after the training period and certification. He was approached one day by a fellow looking for a pilot for his new 737-max, after landing the commercial aircraft through storms. He is still flying him around the world and his family also. So happy doing his dream job. I am happy that your first officer was fully certified. Again, you and the crew did such an amazing job. Thank you for the video and reply. I wish more people would take their jobs so professionally as all of you did that day. I know that airport - a tough one summer and winter. Safe flying. Rod L
I am very happy to hear that your nephew was able to pursue his dreams, and today, he is living his dream. We all did that at one time or another. I knew that since I was a small child, somehow I was going to be an airline pilot when I grew up, I didn't know how, I just knew that I was going to be a pilot when I grew up. I followed my dream and did not let up the need to reach up my dream, including the days when I thought that dream was unattainable. I persisted, and I overcame all the obstacles that life and reality threw in my way towards my goal.
There will be days in your nephew's professional life when he will feel like giving up and start doing something else. Those are trials that God will put in your nephew's way, and as he matures and grows as a person, and as a family man, he will overcome all of them, just like we all did.
Nothing beats working, doing what you love best. To me, and probably most of us pilots, we are living our dreams and getting paid for!
Lastly, a few years back, I used to work as a pilot for NASA's micro gravity program. We used to fly the famous "Vomit Comet" aircraft, flying astronauts, experiments, and a bunch of other stuff needed to be tested before going into space. It was so much fun, and I recorded a few of those flights - for my family, with my brand new "high tech" Nokia 3 mp flip phone 😅😂 I have a few videos of those days which survived my rudimentary storage.
I hope that you will enjoy those videos as well. So you know, we goofed off in the back of the aircraft as the other pilots trained and performed their mandatory semiannual flight training. It was a blast, as it lasted for almost 90 minutes per crew, and then we would go to the front and replace those pilots and started with our flight training maneuvers.
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Watching from out of state, good to see ol Fire Island again! My first time long ago, was from a C-46😮
I love the communication that takes place between the pilots.
Also, A night flight into these conditions would probably be really interesting.
Excellent job!
For the non flying public, I should mention that there is a lot of talking between pilots, and the air traffic controllers, it could get very busy out there.
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These pilots really earn there money. It appears they need to be in pretty good physical condition with good balance to control the extreme velocity just like a professional race car driver. Good job fellas 👏
Used to be Flight Support for Northern Air Cargo based out of PANC. Did this exact thing with their 737-400 into runway 15 and 7R a lot. A lot more fun in person than watching it from a screen
Absolutely correct, my friend. To be able to sit in the cockpit and watch this as it develops, it's very cool indeed, better than watching it on tv. NAC is a good outfit, and now they have a new station in MIA with their B767s.
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I'm a sim pilot that hopes to get my private license. This was fun to watch. Plus, I'm a winter guy so anything showing snow makes me calm and in a good mood.
Way to go flight crew! Hats off to ya!
Pilots are amazing people!!
Wow, Ive been on some turbulent flights but man this looks bumpy ! I always think this is when the guys upfront really earn their money.. respect.
Hello Parish 20,
This was indeed a very turbulent flight, however it looks slightly worst than it really was, due to my unsteady hands trying to hold the cellphone camera at a constant angle. I wanted to record the approach and landing with my GoPro, but the batteries were dead, so I had to grab the cellphone and started recording as it was set up.
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I flew into there in early December same thing winds coming over the mountains make for an interesting approach! Nice work!
Hello Dannoga.
I can't imagine how the passengers flying in a B737 or an A-320 must feel in this kind of wind and turbulence. Alaska is infamous for this kind of windy approaches and bumpy rides. To us, this is just another day in the life of a cargo aircraft crewmember.
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Nice video! Watching from Las Vegas, NV. ~Safe travels~
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Now that is how you land a big boy in moderate to severe turbulence! Reminds me of a landing I experienced coming into Albuquerque, NM. I was sitting next to a flight attendant, and although many of the passengers were totally freaked, we just chatted all the way to touchdown.
Hello there, Mita.
That's exactly what you must do, and that is simply because the following; there is nothing, absolutely nothing you can do to stop the turbulence except to ride it out, and lastly, you can choose to enjoy the ride or just ignore it while being occupied doing something else, like the pilots flying the airplane on this video, lol.
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That is good stuff! Great camera work. Really got to see the bouncing and the work. Good stuff.
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Flew into Phoenix a month ago 20 minutes to landing very rough ride in. I don't know how these pilots do it. They have my greatest respect.
Hello there, PTJ
This kind of flying is expected at one time or another. You have an idea of how the weather is going to be at the time of your arrival, and you plan ahead as to how you will deal with such adverse weather.
There is one thing to remember from a passenger point of view, you shouldn't worry about crashing and dying because of a bumpy ride, the pilots flying your aircraft are profesional pilots and this is what we do day in and day out.
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This is awesome! I love turbulence. The bumpier the better! Thanks for this video and thanks to the crew for their training and experience in situations like this.
Thank you Mike, it is our job and we gladly do it in all kinds of weather.
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@@afreightdogslife Done! Just subscribed. My late father in law was a hump pilot during WWII and went on to fly commercially until retirement when he reached 60. I love aviation. Thanks again for the videos.