Most folks today tend to scoff at the premise of the movie “Strategic Air Command” – surely (and my name ain’t Shirley!) they wouldn’t do something like that to a “famous” ballplayer like “Dutch” Holland. Wanna bet? Dad was in the Merchant Marine in WW2 – had a ship torpedoed and sunk whilst he wasContinue reading “Strategic Air Command at Forbes Air Force Base”
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Maine Air National Guard 101st Air Refueling Wing (WPXT-TV 51 July 19, 1988)
Ran across this little gem – PFC! (Pretty Fucking Cool!) Have Fun! – Run the Gun! – and remember – Fish Heads are Cheap!!
In May of 1941 . . .
If you haven’t seen it – it’s well worth the watch – or watch it again! If you want the Cliff Notes version . . . the actors did an incredible job through body language/mannerisms and such of conveying “But for the Grace of God – there go I” – there was no cheering ofContinue reading “In May of 1941 . . .”
THUNDER IN THE DESERT, The Story of Flight Test at Edwards Air Force Base
Hi there – you need to climb in this and fly it – it flies good on paper . . . Not my cup of tea – but hey – you do you! Have Fun! – Run the Gun! – and remember – Fish Heads are Cheap!!
USS Nimitz – Sailing Into History . . .
Can’t really wrap my head around the fact that she’s gone . . . Star of the silver screen AND reality . . . And if you just have to have your “Final Countdown” fix . . . (you’re welcome!) And the now USS Nimitz is steering for that “second star to the right”. .Continue reading “USS Nimitz – Sailing Into History . . .”
The Ultimate Fleet Defender: Inside the F-14 Tomcat’s Reign
Pretty decent documentary – bottom line? Maintenance costs was the deciding factor more than anything else – incredible piece of machinery . . . And now the Nimitz is gone also . . . Have Fun! – Run the Gun! – and remember – Fish Heads are Cheap!!
Japan’s 18-Inch Guns Fired 360 Times — US Aircraft Ended That Dream
Why The Yamatos 18 inch Guns Were Completely Useless Have Fun! – Run the Gun! – and remember – Fish Heads are Cheap!!
XB-70 VALKYRIE, THE MACH 3 TITAN | The Rise and Fall of the supersonic nuclear bomber
was it a waste? the research rabbit holes from this program were proven valuable – but the best part? the russians spent railroad boxcars of money on developing and deploying the mig-25 – its primary purpose being to intercept this aircraft, and it never served in its primary role – so i guess the xb-70Continue reading “XB-70 VALKYRIE, THE MACH 3 TITAN | The Rise and Fall of the supersonic nuclear bomber”
3 From C&R Arsenal – 1911 & 1911A1 and a Bonus Video
Just over 4 hours between them – however, well worth YOUR time if the “1911” (in any of its many flavors) interests you. Enjoy! When was the last time you gave YOUR 1911 some love at the range? Have Fun! – Run the Gun! – and remember – Fish Heads are Cheap!!
Area 51’s Secrets & Skunk Works Legends, Including Rare D-21 Footage / Narrated By Kelly Johnson
Well worth the time – Enjoy! Have Fun! – Run the Gun! – and remember – Fish Heads are Cheap!!
Guns, Fun, Food and More 