Had a friend who’s great grandpa saw the wreck in person. He worked on the breakdown train that came to clear up the mess. He said it was “The worst winter derailment I had ever seen. Lucky that no one died”.
I saw it on the news but a quote from the firemen of the of the flying kipper “luckily know one was hurt” The fat controller added “this has caused confusion and delay”
I never thought a Railway Series/Thomas and Friends episode would have so much lore behind it that it could be turned into a documentary style video! Great April Fools video!
The book describes it as "A sudden crash - the brake van broke - the three men shot in the air like Jacks-in-the-box, and landed in the snow outside." All three survive but the fireman's cocoa gets spilled.
Very well put together video! I'm just so surprised you were able to get such clear footage of the accident for being so long ago! Thanks for bringing this incident to light for everyone! :)
My grandfather spent his entire working life at the Pennsylvania Railroad. When my nephews were small and watching “Thomas the Tank Engine,” my grandmother would wonder why they had to call in Sir Toppam Hat for every crises.
Even though it’s an April fools video, I really liked this. I want more of these North Western Railway Accident documentaries. Like the time NWR No. 5 (James) slammed into those tar tankers. Or when NWR No. 4 (Gordon) tumbled down a hill or crashed through a station wall
I never saw the Flying Kipper’s self-titled episode for myself. Thanks for this trip down Memory Lane, Thunderbolt! Keep up the good work. If Mattel is okay with it, I recommend some other TTTE crash recountings. If you can’t do those, don't worry about it. You deserve plenty of praise.
I've heard stories about the North Western Railway's No. 3 over the years; supposedly he's quite a good engine, but there are those that frequently complain about him. Rumor has it he likes to stop in this forest on Sodor because he likes the trees there, but it "goes against Rule 55" or something like that.
I know that it’s April fools day, but I never expected to see a documentary of Henry’s accident of the flying kipper. Honestly this turned out great even on April fools day, nice work on this video dude. 👍😎
I've heard about this incident. Labeled as one of the most horrible accidents on the north western railway alongside the great kellsthorpe disaster of '25. Apparently, in THAT incident, one engine, who has been stricken from the records as "98462." Unfortunately I haven't been able to find any records on what he might've been, but some records claim he looked similar to a Caledonian Railway class 60. rammed head-first into the back of an express train being pulled by NWR #4 "Gordon." An LNER A1 prototype. Sad to say, the three coaches at the back of the train were completely destroyed, and the people in those coaches...most of them perished that day. Though some state that at least one person survived. However, that might just be the story getting changed from person to person. James being the engine involved in the flying kipper incident I believe was also an element that was added as the story changed person to person, as records show that engine was actually an LMS 8F named "Vincent." Though James was indeed there to clear some of the wreckage. Don't quote me on that. Some of the records say James was the engine involved in the wreck.
Even though it's a April fool's video, but the fact that you did to make it as real as possible and by showing actual historical photos that happened, does make both the flying kipper crash and the island of sodor real. Thank you thunderbolt 1000 siren production for keeping me entertained 😊
we should get a series where thunderbolt does documentaries on the accidents OF the island of sodor. i think it would be neat to see how horrible the safety record really is on the island.
Oh my goodness!! This was amazing! Great job please please do more of these! I love the documentary style of the Thomas episodes! It makes Sodor feel so real!
It’s been almost 76 years since Thomas the Tank Engine was created into this day the Billions and millions of people who watch the first episode in 1984 still grows strong to this day we don’t need Mateo to tell us what to do we have the Classics
This is the most ingenious prank you've done on your channel, including putting Henry's age in the title and the accent 1:03-1:19 Now that and "NWR #5 named James" is absolutely flawless.
Never thought there'd be a documentary on the titular Season 1 episode from *_Thomas & Friends_** (1984-present; 1989-present for American releases)* for an April Fools joke.
You forgot to mention that the engine struggled to get a good start when it set of on the journey ahead, as the ice and snow not only effected the points and signals, but the rails were coated in frost. Had the rails been clear of ice and snow, NWR No. 3 might have been able to stop in time, and the Guard did indeed survive, hearing the whistle of the engine barreling to his van, jumping out the window and sustaining minor cuts and bruises, but ultimately alright
NWR No. 3 is such a weird engine. While the true history of the engine is muddled, a theory has been suggested that No. 3 was originally built on the Midland Railway by an engineer with a grudge against Gresley using stolen plans for the GNR A1. However, unbeknownst to them, Gresley had drawn the plans as reference for his friend Henry Greenly to make as a 15in locomotive based on his then current design, and due to the company’s small engine policy No 3 was built by a smaller independent workshop on the network. As a result of this, the end result had a number of problems, including: a firebox lacked the combustion chamber of the A1 with the rear set of driving wheels and wheel arches limiting its size, four cylinders which made the engine woefully underpowered for its size underpowered, a used marine boiler was used instead of a new locomotive boiler, and the boiler plates were loose upon arrival due to rushed production. The engine was then painted in a faux-GNR livery in order to sell it off. It's also a little known fact that No. 3 was actually painted in NWR blue at the time of the ‘Flying Kipper’ crash, being painted into the color when purchased. However, upon its rebuild, it was the first engine to be painted in NWR Green. Despite the engine's problem, coal quality proved a large factor in its ability to steam well, particularly struggling when good quality coal wasn’t available. Finally, it should be noted that while officially listed as a Black Five, No. 3 could possibly be a hybrid of the Black Fives and the Jubilees (which were recently built at the time). Looking at the actual parts of the engine, it can be found that it contains elements of each, such as the larger drivers and third cylinder of the Jubilees and the high footplate and funnel of the Black Five. Purportedly, No. 3's rebuild was designed to give the best performance for mixed traffic, as Black Fives were primarily freight engines. A possible theory suggests that upon noting the incorrect boiler proportions of the Jubilees and the recent tests of the Type 2 boiler with British Legion, Stanier had No. 3 fitted with the first ever 2A boiler (which wasn’t as tapered as the Black 5 boiler and had only recently been designed), along with a larger smokebox to not only fit the new boiler but also fit the old smokebox door. Following positive feedback of the boiler from Sir Topham Hatt, Stanier would later trial the same boiler on the Rebuilt Jubilees. However, this could also be a result of modifications from Crovan's Gate Works, as No. 3 has some other modifications like modified blast pipes, along with a few pieces from the original build including the original whistle. Truly an engine with a history shrouded in mystery.
The NTSB and the FRA should have pressured the north western to implement Positive Train Control, this wreck is another glaring shortcoming of our railroad network.
This story was really well told. Even better than in the old books. I'm shocked, however, that you did not mention the wreck at Lichfield that took place on Jan 1, 1946. That was the actual event that the Flying Kipper was based on, as on that evening, a train loaded with fish was diverted onto a siding by frozen points and crashed into, not a freight train, but a passenger train at a station, resulting in 20 deaths. I am glad though that you mentioned Awdry's tendency to base his stories on real events. For example, I have believed for some time that the story "Percy Runs Away" was loosely based on the events at Quintinshill.
This is one of the best non Thomas the Tank Engine and friends\Thomas and friends/the railway series video ever and thank you for using the correct British terminology except for using the word freight instead of goods but besides that it’s good, I’m sure Wilbert Awdry would be proud
Covering fictional disasters is actually one of the coolest things I could imagine. I know Fascinating Horror does it too. Honestly this might be the only good April Fools joke. And this is coming from someone who HATES April Fools.
When I saw this I was expecting this to be a April fool's video because today is April 1st but when I watched it, I wasn't expecting to be a actual train Crash video. Bravo thunderbolt, bravo...
for anyone who didnt know this sir hat and stanier were friends during their time as apprentices on the gwr so after henrys accident sir hat was calling in a favor to stanier to help him to rebuild henry into the black 5
OMG!! You did it! I mean several years ago I had a thought why doesn't thunderbolt do a documentary on the flying kipper you know for April fool's Day. This is awesome
HEhehe I love when people make these April Fool's videos on fictional disasters. One of the few April Fools joke videos I actually don't mind. The ones that click bait you are the ones I REALLY despise cause I feel betrayed when I click on em most of the time. Here I know it's gonna be a joke
Could your next video be about the collegdale Tennessee train crash that happened 4 months ago? The NS train hit a stone highway bridge beam that was sitting on a truck that was stopped on the tracks waiting for a red light to go green.
Even if it all was an April Fools joke, I must say, you did a pretty good job making this video, I love how you went into detail with certain parts of the story and explained everything in a timely and professional manner, despite the story being fake, I really enjoyed it!
You should make this a yearly thing or Maybe even a full series covering the more serious crashes from the classic and railway series in your more realistic style Edit: this is coming from a RWS fan i could see some potential for this
I remember when I first watched the episode when I was younger I assumed all 3 got out of the brake van before the crash. Little did I know it was hinted that the guard was actually squished.
Henry's Flying Kipper theme is one of my favorite themes from the entire series. Great video, even tho it is an April Fool's episode. Keep up the good work. ^_^
Kids that didn’t grow up in the model era really missed out. The craftsmanship, detail, let alone the voice talents of Ringo Starr and George Carlin.
Amen to that. You know your childhood was awesome if a Beatle or foul mouth comedian narrated it
@@Thunderbolt_1000_Siren hey I wonder if you remaster the Salem Illinois train wreck for it's 52nd anniversary
I Started Watching It When I Was 2 (Season 18) But First Episode I Watched Was “Percy James And The Fruitful Day” (Season 3 Episode 25, 1991)
Michael angelis too. I grew up hearing his narration.
honestly like Cajon pass accident 1994 sf train smash back of coal train
Ik it’s April fools day. But I liked how you made a Thomas episode in a wreck documentary. Thunderbolt never fails us.
He should make more of these
I would suggest the crash in dirty objects
He should make this an April fool's tradition.
Next should be canyon jump from the great discovery
The crash from Duncan gets spooked
Had a friend who’s great grandpa saw the wreck in person. He worked on the breakdown train that came to clear up the mess. He said it was “The worst winter derailment I had ever seen. Lucky that no one died”.
My great grandfather also worked on break down, crane he wasn’t there for that incident, but he saw the commotion
Lots of confusion and delay that morning.
Yeah, luckily no one was hurt, my great grandfather lived nearby and heard it happen
“Luckily, no one was hurt.”
I saw it on the news but a quote from the firemen of the of the flying kipper “luckily know one was hurt”
The fat controller added “this has caused confusion and delay”
I never thought a Railway Series/Thomas and Friends episode would have so much lore behind it that it could be turned into a documentary style video! Great April Fools video!
Hii
Let's take some time to thank this man for putting in the time and effort to make a video about this incident, even if it was for April fools.
True
I know this is an April fools video, but I'm genuinely interested to see how this is played out!
Unless it's gonna be another rick roll.
It’s not
No, it feels like a video made in-universe
The episode and book about the flying kipper wreck is based on a true story, except someone did die when it happened in real life
Thanks for covering this tragedy, my grandpa almost died in this wreak
Was it the fireman or whatever
😮 2:29
I like how you addressed that it was unknown whether the guard inside the van had lived or not.(;
The book describes it as "A sudden crash - the brake van broke - the three men shot in the air like Jacks-in-the-box, and landed in the snow outside." All three survive but the fireman's cocoa gets spilled.
Very well put together video! I'm just so surprised you were able to get such clear footage of the accident for being so long ago! Thanks for bringing this incident to light for everyone! :)
Fun Fact: This Is The First Time That This Channel Has Thomas Content.
@@charliemcgraffin he's used soundtrack here and there
Ilovetrains323 what are you doing here
Watching the video?
This man does an April Fool's joke and still manages to make it actually educational and informative about railway safety.
My grandfather spent his entire working life at the Pennsylvania Railroad. When my nephews were small and watching “Thomas the Tank Engine,” my grandmother would wonder why they had to call in Sir Toppam Hat for every crises.
*_*Topham_*
My great great grandfather drove Henry that night. He reckons the bruises he got from jumping are still there.
Blimey. Respect +. My great-grandad was sir charles topham hat II.
I remember when I first read about this accident. It was quite a story.
Even though it’s an April fools video, I really liked this. I want more of these North Western Railway Accident documentaries. Like the time NWR No. 5 (James) slammed into those tar tankers. Or when NWR No. 4 (Gordon) tumbled down a hill or crashed through a station wall
Perhaps it could be a future side show every April Fools.
@@Thunderbolt_1000_Siren
That would be great
How about on the first day of every month?
Maybe you should do james's first day derail @@Thunderbolt_1000_Siren
I know this was meant for April Fools, but as an adult Thomas fan: thank you for making this. This is incredible!
I never saw the Flying Kipper’s self-titled episode for myself. Thanks for this trip down Memory Lane, Thunderbolt! Keep up the good work. If Mattel is okay with it, I recommend some other TTTE crash recountings. If you can’t do those, don't worry about it. You deserve plenty of praise.
I've heard stories about the North Western Railway's No. 3 over the years; supposedly he's quite a good engine, but there are those that frequently complain about him. Rumor has it he likes to stop in this forest on Sodor because he likes the trees there, but it "goes against Rule 55" or something like that.
I know that it’s April fools day, but I never expected to see a documentary of Henry’s accident of the flying kipper. Honestly this turned out great even on April fools day, nice work on this video dude. 👍😎
I've heard about this incident. Labeled as one of the most horrible accidents on the north western railway alongside the great kellsthorpe disaster of '25. Apparently, in THAT incident, one engine, who has been stricken from the records as "98462." Unfortunately I haven't been able to find any records on what he might've been, but some records claim he looked similar to a Caledonian Railway class 60. rammed head-first into the back of an express train being pulled by NWR #4 "Gordon." An LNER A1 prototype. Sad to say, the three coaches at the back of the train were completely destroyed, and the people in those coaches...most of them perished that day. Though some state that at least one person survived. However, that might just be the story getting changed from person to person. James being the engine involved in the flying kipper incident I believe was also an element that was added as the story changed person to person, as records show that engine was actually an LMS 8F named "Vincent." Though James was indeed there to clear some of the wreckage. Don't quote me on that. Some of the records say James was the engine involved in the wreck.
Im sorry to ruin the illusion but the 8F's wouldnt be made until 1935
Honestly how well it's put together I honestly think if sodor was real this would be an actual cool documentary
Despite this being a April fools episode it's very well done and looks like something you'd see on a documentary channel
Even though it's a April fool's video, but the fact that you did to make it as real as possible and by showing actual historical photos that happened, does make both the flying kipper crash and the island of sodor real.
Thank you thunderbolt 1000 siren production for keeping me entertained 😊
Kinda funny that this was a legit wreck documentary instead of a April fools video lol
Britt Allcroft decided to include a phenomenal soundtrack to a basic fish delivery
I once got a reply from Mike O'Donnell on a TH-cam video
Some times theses railway stories are so insane you'd think they were fictional 😭
jokes on you, the railway series are most of the time based on real events
Best re-narration of the story I’ve heard. You’ve done it again good man. What a great video on a great topic.
This is actually a really clever presentation, seamlessly transitioning between the disaster style and TTTE style narration.
You should do these every April Fools. They're really high quality videos.
Reverend Wilbert Awdry would be so proud that one of his stories would be documented… (RIP Wilbert Awdry)
we should get a series where thunderbolt does documentaries on the accidents OF the island of sodor. i think it would be neat to see how horrible the safety record really is on the island.
Oh my goodness!! This was amazing! Great job please please do more of these! I love the documentary style of the Thomas episodes! It makes Sodor feel so real!
Finally, a documentary of a TV show wreck based on a real wreck
Ikr
Hmm, meta
@@tonymiles5927 oh
Yeah I mean no one has ever done it before so..... yeah
Man this episode was very Well researched and has alot of clear footage to show it in its fullest. Great work on this one
He was rebuilt in the RWS but he was standardized in the Television series
It’s been almost 76 years since Thomas the Tank Engine was created into this day the
Billions and millions of people who watch the first episode in 1984 still grows strong to this day we don’t need Mateo to tell us what to do we have the Classics
This is the most ingenious prank you've done on your channel, including putting Henry's age in the title and the accent
1:03-1:19 Now that and "NWR #5 named James" is absolutely flawless.
There isn't a confirmed date for this accident, but in my headcanon, the accident is dated January 5, 1935.
Never thought there'd be a documentary on the titular Season 1 episode from *_Thomas & Friends_** (1984-present; 1989-present for American releases)* for an April Fools joke.
marvelous crash art and I HOPE to see more Thomas crashes like this in your videos 100/10
You forgot to mention that the engine struggled to get a good start when it set of on the journey ahead, as the ice and snow not only effected the points and signals, but the rails were coated in frost. Had the rails been clear of ice and snow, NWR No. 3 might have been able to stop in time, and the Guard did indeed survive, hearing the whistle of the engine barreling to his van, jumping out the window and sustaining minor cuts and bruises, but ultimately alright
Awesome job in re editing the story I really appreciated it, thank you
NWR No. 3 is such a weird engine. While the true history of the engine is muddled, a theory has been suggested that No. 3 was originally built on the Midland Railway by an engineer with a grudge against Gresley using stolen plans for the GNR A1. However, unbeknownst to them, Gresley had drawn the plans as reference for his friend Henry Greenly to make as a 15in locomotive based on his then current design, and due to the company’s small engine policy No 3 was built by a smaller independent workshop on the network.
As a result of this, the end result had a number of problems, including: a firebox lacked the combustion chamber of the A1 with the rear set of driving wheels and wheel arches limiting its size, four cylinders which made the engine woefully underpowered for its size underpowered, a used marine boiler was used instead of a new locomotive boiler, and the boiler plates were loose upon arrival due to rushed production. The engine was then painted in a faux-GNR livery in order to sell it off.
It's also a little known fact that No. 3 was actually painted in NWR blue at the time of the ‘Flying Kipper’ crash, being painted into the color when purchased. However, upon its rebuild, it was the first engine to be painted in NWR Green. Despite the engine's problem, coal quality proved a large factor in its ability to steam well, particularly struggling when good quality coal wasn’t available.
Finally, it should be noted that while officially listed as a Black Five, No. 3 could possibly be a hybrid of the Black Fives and the Jubilees (which were recently built at the time). Looking at the actual parts of the engine, it can be found that it contains elements of each, such as the larger drivers and third cylinder of the Jubilees and the high footplate and funnel of the Black Five. Purportedly, No. 3's rebuild was designed to give the best performance for mixed traffic, as Black Fives were primarily freight engines. A possible theory suggests that upon noting the incorrect boiler proportions of the Jubilees and the recent tests of the Type 2 boiler with British Legion, Stanier had No. 3 fitted with the first ever 2A boiler (which wasn’t as tapered as the Black 5 boiler and had only recently been designed), along with a larger smokebox to not only fit the new boiler but also fit the old smokebox door. Following positive feedback of the boiler from Sir Topham Hatt, Stanier would later trial the same boiler on the Rebuilt Jubilees.
However, this could also be a result of modifications from Crovan's Gate Works, as No. 3 has some other modifications like modified blast pipes, along with a few pieces from the original build including the original whistle.
Truly an engine with a history shrouded in mystery.
The NTSB and the FRA should have pressured the north western to implement Positive Train Control, this wreck is another glaring shortcoming of our railroad network.
this wouldve been in England though, so wherever their equivalent was
This story was really well told. Even better than in the old books. I'm shocked, however, that you did not mention the wreck at Lichfield that took place on Jan 1, 1946. That was the actual event that the Flying Kipper was based on, as on that evening, a train loaded with fish was diverted onto a siding by frozen points and crashed into, not a freight train, but a passenger train at a station, resulting in 20 deaths.
I am glad though that you mentioned Awdry's tendency to base his stories on real events. For example, I have believed for some time that the story "Percy Runs Away" was loosely based on the events at Quintinshill.
Its been said that Henry after the crash is actually a different engine
RIP Unlucky Tug, you will be missed.
Actually, he’s back!
@@trainlandia697 Your right! Thank you!
Even if it's an April Fool's day special, it was amazing. Thanks man
Oh, never thought it was an April Fools. It detailed so well about signals and the inspiration of the accident.
I love your channel, Thomas & Friends, and this is one of my favorite episodes. Best April Fool's video.
I remember this story. It got written about and I got this story read to me as a child for years.
Same
that was great. i loved this. even as a joke, it was still good.
This is one of the best non Thomas the Tank Engine and friends\Thomas and friends/the railway series video ever and thank you for using the correct British terminology except for using the word freight instead of goods but besides that it’s good, I’m sure Wilbert Awdry would be proud
Who else can’t wait for the Gordon’s Whistle incident that happened shortly after Henry returned for the April Fools?
Covering fictional disasters is actually one of the coolest things I could imagine. I know Fascinating Horror does it too.
Honestly this might be the only good April Fools joke. And this is coming from someone who HATES April Fools.
Ya know.. As much as I'm bored with April Fools vids, but this one was really well put together.
You know, all of this would not have happened if the illustrator drew Henry wrong, thats why the author Rev.W.Awdry wrote this story
When I saw this I was expecting this to be a April fool's video because today is April 1st but when I watched it, I wasn't expecting to be a actual train Crash video. Bravo thunderbolt, bravo...
I would LOVE to see more of this stories.
I like your narration version about The Flying Kipper.
Wow, I thought this was going to be a rickroll. But you made this a full documentary.
for anyone who didnt know this sir hat and stanier were friends during their time as apprentices on the gwr so after henrys accident sir hat was calling in a favor to stanier to help him to rebuild henry into the black 5
I heard some music from Thomas and Friends in your videos, but seeing a video covering a wreck from the show was such a treat! Great job!
OMG!! You did it! I mean several years ago I had a thought why doesn't thunderbolt do a documentary on the flying kipper you know for April fool's Day. This is awesome
HEhehe I love when people make these April Fool's videos on fictional disasters. One of the few April Fools joke videos I actually don't mind. The ones that click bait you are the ones I REALLY despise cause I feel betrayed when I click on em most of the time. Here I know it's gonna be a joke
You know what would be another interesting April Fools prank, if you covered the Runaway Train 1985 consist that lost control ironically.
I love the style of this video! Please do more like this!
Applauding for making a rather entertaining April Fools video from you!
oh so that's why my fish crates didn't arrive
I was honestly waiting for someone to do a something like this as a series
Didn’t think you would be the one to start it yourself
Could your next video be about the collegdale Tennessee train crash that happened 4 months ago? The NS train hit a stone highway bridge beam that was sitting on a truck that was stopped on the tracks waiting for a red light to go green.
Well, they said that the FIREMAN and DRIVER only got out... the guard died in that van.
Oh my goodness I’m so impressed with this.
I know this is an April Fools Joke, but this is an amazing documentary...
Looks like History In The Dark isn't the only one to be focusing on Sodor today.
Good touch on "but that's another story"
This looks so realistic & unique lookin' the synopsis is cool.
Even if it all was an April Fools joke, I must say, you did a pretty good job making this video, I love how you went into detail with certain parts of the story and explained everything in a timely and professional manner, despite the story being fake, I really enjoyed it!
Let's bring on henry's Victorian like theme song
This is how to do an April Fools video.
The moment I saw “Flying Kipper”, I immediately knew it was Thomas & Friends. That was too easy, Thunderbolt. 😂
You should make this a yearly thing or Maybe even a full series covering the more serious crashes from the classic and railway series in your more realistic style
Edit: this is coming from a RWS fan i could see some potential for this
But I believe but this is a Thomas & Friends Horror Railway story
Sonic was murdered and you made a video on the flying kipper. This was a great april fools day.
Henry: Oh, my! Get out of my way, James! (Crashes and derailed)
James: (Gasps) Oh, no! My break van!
i'm watching this like a week after it came out and i can't lie. you got me.
I remember when I first watched the episode when I was younger I assumed all 3 got out of the brake van before the crash. Little did I know it was hinted that the guard was actually squished.
That was a very good parody of Train Disasters in real life despite April Fool's.
Henry's Flying Kipper theme is one of my favorite themes from the entire series. Great video, even tho it is an April Fool's episode. Keep up the good work. ^_^
I love that you not only included Henrys theme music, but also quoted lines from the story
Wait this was an april fools? You should unironically do more videos like this
Even though it’s an April fools video, I actually wanna see more Thomas crashes narrated like this
Though a April fools video, documentaries on fictional crashes is acutely something i'd like to see!
I love this one, the best joke video I’ve seen all year.
You ought to cover James' accident when his brake blocks caught fire and he crashed into a field and was rescued by Thomas.
And the 100th anniversary of the accident is coming soon. (2025)
This may have been a joke, but the way he narrates it makes it look real.
As somebody who grew up on Thomas and Friends, I thank you for this
Finally. An April's Fool with heart
The kipper wreck of 35, glad henry got rebuilt.
This is the best April Fools joke I've ever seen!
today is April fools so happy 1-year anniversary for this video