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L19 Bird Dog (Cessna 170 Variant) - Flight & Interview
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ส.ค. 2024
- We meet Chuck Weese and his 1951 L19 Bird Dog. This is a variant of a Cessna 170 that was built for military use in the 1950s
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I flew the O-1E Bird Dog in Vietnam in 1971-72 with the 74th RAC with 60 degrees
flaps. It was a great airplane and fun to fly when you weren't getting shot at by the VietCong or NVA.
Agreed. Flew the O-1G in Vietnam from early 69-early 70. Over 1100 hours in mine, back then. Miss it. Was with the 221st RAC Shotguns.
I was a crew chief with the 74th RAC in 1967-1968. Phu Loi and Xuan Loc. Will never forget.
Welcome home Sirs
I am a Brit who has some 74th RAC US Friends who flew and serviced Bird Dogs 🇺🇲🇺🇲🥰🥰🤲🤲
Thank you for your service
As a Marine in Vietnam, I saw these in action. They did a great job....
Semper Fi, Jerry...CH-53 guy here...I was thinking if I had one of these, it would say MARINES on the side, LOL..
As a kid growing up in the 70's, I was a Civil Air Patrol Cadet and our wing had two of these machines. My old flight instructor flew 2 tours in South East Asia as a FAC, and I remember him as one crazy individual. (he had to be nuts, he liked flying with my dad after all.) The things Les could do with an L-19 were just amazing. Watched him take off once on a taxi way with a very seriously loaded Bird-dog. It was off the ground so fast, if you blinked, you missed it. One thing that struck me about this video is how quiet the L-19 was in the video. I remember them being so loud you can't hear yourself think.
I love how Texan's think and talk. "Just get in and fly it", "if you don't sit up and pay attention it'll let you know you didn't..." Great video!
The guy he talks about, "walt" was well known to probably every pilot in our area. He was a good guy. He and my friend Joe passed away on the flight discussed. Good guys. Missed them. I landed at his airfield last week.it's in good shape. Great video.
Sorry for the loss of your friends.
I too am sorry to learn of the loss of Walt and Joe. Chuck says in his video that Walt tried to turn back when he lost power, that he probably would have survived if he had only kept flying in a straight line. I guess Walt was trying to save his plane from crashing into the trees, as a result he lost his life and that of his friend. A very sobering reminder of the need for flight safety and thorough pre-flight routines.
@@r.waynefournier4283 Yep. I have no idea how it unfolded except for the broader circumstances. Both men had gotten married a couple weeks before (not to each other :) ). Joe drove his truck to Walt's airport I believe to attend Walt's wedding. There was a massive downpour and Joe's truck as I understand it got stuck in the mud. Walt did keep his plane on the field outside and the rain was intense for days. I believe Joe went out to Walt's to get his truck back and Walt said he was flying his new bride on a honeymoon to New Orleans the next day. He said he was going to go grab some fuel real quick at Sherman where it is inexpensive so he would be ready for the trip tomorrow and would Joe like to tag along for the fuel run. I spoke to the only eye witness that estimated the plane was about the height of the tops of the telephone poles when the engine quit. It is hard to say if they were trying to make a bee line for the rode at the south end of the field of if he was trying to turn back. My first thought was that he was attempting the impossible turn but if he was shooting for that road and ran out of lift as he was approaching the house there, and tried to turn to avoid it, the result could have looked the same as if it was an impossible turn attempt. We will probably never know. I did see a ton of photos of the engine components and there was a significant amount of water and rust on the parts. It was a terrible situation all around. I feel very bad for them and their families especially with 2 new brides. So sad.
Agreed, it is a sad story and a tragedy that Walt failed to check the fuel for water before starting.
Wayne Fournier Walt and I had talked about the need to sump after the two torrential rains we had since his Comanche had been there.
He was well aware of the need to sump.
The Commanche is notorious for water being trapped and not migrating to the sump.
Therefore, it is best if you suspect moisture to sump, rock, wait and sump again!
A sad story to hear about Walt, but it's good that it's told on a platform like this. Tell the story enough, you'll save lives.
Best that Cessna ever built. The people that this airplane saved is unreal. Thanks for the video. It brought tears to my eyes. I used to fix them in VN. Mid 60's
When I was in the Boy Scouts, our Scout Master had access to an L19 Bird Dog, and I got to fly with him back in the mid 50's as a reward for some contest I won. One thing I do remember on the L19 was the visibility through windows either in the lower side panels of the doors or the floor itself but I can't clearly remember, could that've been possible? This was also a night flight out of Renton, WA and one of coolest things a kid back then could experience in my mind. I could walk to that airport from my home and I also remember collecting bottles with my buddies, cashing them in, going to the airport and finding a 15-20 minute ride with one of the flight services there. If only my parents knew, never told 'em.
I've got over 1500 combat hours in the L-19, with the 221st RAC, in Vietnam. L-O-V-E the bird. I brought her back shot-up about 14 times, best I remember.. she never let me down! Also, because of 'oil sabotage', I had 12 partial, or complete engine failures, during that year.. and never put one in the paddies.. made it to an airfield, every time! Again, L-O-V-E that bird! Shotgun 41
Same model that landed on the USS Midway during the evacuation of Saigon in ‘75. A S. Vietnamese Army officer with his wife, and 5 kids, (and lots of gold) landed after flightdeck personnel cleared the deck by throwing off Huey helicopters. That Birddog is now at the Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola Fl (NAS)
There is one, hanging above the hangar deck on the Midway sircraft cartier museum in San Diego, that tells the same story.
Wow, thanks for posting this. My dad flew this plane around ‘67 in country. We have numerous super 8 movies that he took of F4 strikes follow his rocket markers. Lots of old grainy pictures showing the plane but this is awesome.
Thanks again and thanks to all you surviving veterans who helped keep these birddogs flying so he could come home safely.
During my second tour in Vietnam, I was an aviation parts man in Danang for 610th Transportation Company at the Viking Compound at Red Beach near Marble Mountain. I looked out a window from my office at there was an Army bird dog airplane sitting at a metal building close by. I had never seen a plane so close to the building before. I went back to work and quit looking at the airplane. I heard the airplane motor start up. I looked up and the pilot had opened a window. Around his neck was a long red scarf flowing all the way back to the tail rudder fin and stretched out by the propeller wash. I was instantly reminded of the Red Barron and I chuckled out loudly. He increased the motor rpms and taxi away to the flight line. Army pilots and their swagger, I thought.
Flew in one many times in 70's making aerial photos. Great with no or little wind, but really shaky with any amount of crosswind as it was so light. Such a low stall speed, WOW what great photos possible as it was a nice platform and so open with windows up (or down).
My first flight was in a Birddog that belonged to Civil Air Patrol in Dayton, Ohio when I was 15 years old. That was a long time ago.
Don’t have any PIC time in the 01-Birddog but do have plenty of back seat time as a CAP observer before I earned my private certificate. It was a fun, strong, short field performer. Good memories!
Thanks to Charles and you for showing this plane. I lived near a small city airport as a kid (Owens Field, Cola, SC) and used to ride my bicycle to watch the Army and civilian planes take-off and land. Chuck's plane and me are born in the same year so I definitely saw a few of them from my bicycle seat. Later in life I had a few hours in the TH-55 at Ft. Wolters, Texas before washing out. I know how you guys feel when you circle the field. Thanks again.
Not only is that plane a piece of history, but how cool to have a strip like that in your back yard! And I'm going to show my age a bit..but that plane isn't far off what my first flying lessons were in..although pretty sure that's a lot better shape and airworthy! Yes, I've been up in some somewhat sketchy birds in my past, and talk about keeping your attention all the time!
and its a 5000 plus foot grass runway, thats what impressed me.
He says he has jets landing on the damn thing.
Would have loved to hear the history of that particular plane if he knew it. Either way, thanks for another great video.
There is a book about the birddog pilots in Vietnam called "A Hundred Feet Over Hell" it's a really good book
Great video. Loved that he mentioned runway dimensions. My favorite video and plane so far. That is FLAT land and beautiful.
I used to tow banners in two of them in Austin out of the old Birds Nest strip. I always enjoyed flying them.
What a gentleman! Nice and easy to listen while he flies an talks. This is such an old bird with a lot of history on it's wings. Thanks for another great video!
Great Vid. Brought back memories as Fixed A/C mech. Crew chief of L-19 & L-20's. Korea 61-62. 1st Cav.
Great flying and videography! Thank you for sharing this experience!
Great stuff Bobby! Through Flying Doodles Channel you are documenting the history of aviation through the great aircraft and the people who fly them and participate. Great work!
Great videos FD! I worked with Chuck at Aviall almost 30 years ago so it was a real surprise seeing him in this video!
I love both of your channels, but planes will always be my first love. Keep up the great work on both channels.
Love the Dog! Have had several experiences with them. Never got a check-out but always enjoyed the ride and hospitality. Great plane, great sound. NH
Watched a few bird dogs work out over the IV delta area back in the day.
Now there is your typical Texas gentleman for sure. Wonderful piece oh history! Thanks Bobby for another great flight!
L19s and their pilots were truly fearless!! I would LOVE to have one. thats a great example of one too. thanks
Another great video! I've studied a lot of aviation history and the Bird-Dog is one of the unsung legends of the '50s and '60s. I'm glad you got to fly in one, even though you had to be in the back seat.
More excellent work, Bobby! Really well done, with a completely different "flavor" than "Sailing Doodles" yet up to the same high standards. Well done!
Another great flying doodles video 🛩 thanks for sharing 👍🏻
I was in the U.S. Army that did not have much fixed wing aircraft. Sure feels like I missed out on something. Great aircraft.
I’ve had a few friends with strips at their homes but that one is by far the nicest. Love the Birddogs but can’t imagine taking fire in one. Thanks for the video.
Another great video. Wish you covered more of his homestead. Privately owned setups like that are so awesome.
I was a Huey mechanic with a Cav troop at Vinh Long on the Mekong in 68. Sometimes at night I'd fly night cover with a pilot from the 199th RAC...Swamp Foxes. Although I had a private license with taildragger time....Super Cub and Citabria, he wouldn't let me take off or land but in the air, I had control. We'd fly around the base for several hours sightseeing. The pilot always liked to have company to talk with to break up the monotony.
Hi Chuck, I'm an Old Army Pilot and flew this Bird Dog in Vietnam. I like your Video, if you want to know more let me know. Thanks ALC
An older gentleman (now passed) at our local airport in northeast CT owned a Birddog for many years. Peter Palo - soldier of fortune - importer of surplus airplanes, military equipment, jeeps, you name it. I flew with him in the early 90s on many occasions. Fell in love with taildraggers and bought a J-3 Cub around that time.
Love the variety of videos you make for your TH-cam Channel. It must be like getting into a time capsule when you fly in some of these vintage airplanes. You must be having the time of your life making these videos and meeting interesting people. I love meeting new people. I feel you can always learn something new and improve your knowledge.
Great video as always! Poor guy seemed very bummed out about his friend passing away
Awesome video again Bobby! Really enjoying your new channel.
Really enjoy these videos.
Thanks for sharing your passion. Pretty cool stuff!
Enjoyed the video, thanks for posting.
My dad flew this plane in 1956 during at the Army Aviation School in Fort Rucker Alabama. Thanks for sharing this video.
Have enjoyed having a boat in a slip at my back door before, but have always thought living on a private strip would be the best.
My dream property has a boat ramp, a dock for the boat, and a pad for the sea plane. The well appointed apartment is above the workshop.
oh yeah!!!!!! did a bunch of time in one of these is central america during the 70s.....geat little airplane for recon.....Thanks Bobby for this vid...
My dad flew one out of Da Nang, 65’-66’. Thanks for keeping the spirit alive.
Wait, he said he’s had Gulfstreams and Challengers on his private grass strip?! Love to hear the story behind that one!
Flew in these while in Korea. Would fly from Uijeongbu to Soul and Inchon and back when in Korea 1963. It was always a blast to fly in one and the scenic view was amazing. And it is a very light aircraft.
Was fixed wing crew chief L 19 & L 20's 15th AVN co, 1st Cav. 61-62. Also on PE Crew. I'm thinking we were Alpha 9. thanks for your service.
Hi Bob My dad Jim Clark worked on these in Korea about 1954-55 who knows your paths may have crossed.
Clyde Jones well then you spent some time up on the DMZ. I was at Camp Red Cloud just a few miles from 1st Cav. And actually ended up a member of HHC 1st Cav at Ft Hood, TX where I finally got discharged in 1973. Thank you for your service!
SEOUL
Really enjoyed this one... Only in America can you build your own airfield like this...Great stuff PS always cool to see a Cessna with a stick.
Man your channel is awesome! Thanks for sharing all this with us!
Thank you!
That rear seat looked super spacious and comfortable with great visibility. All it needs is to be able to swivel around. 😎 They surely dan't make 'em like that anymore. Thanks for another awesome aircraft.
Great job Bob!
I was impressed with the room in the back. In the L-5 I had that backseater had his knees in his chest. Very uncomfortable for all but the smallest people.
There is a warbird with tandem seating where the rear seat swivels to the rear to face a chart table and astrodome. I forget what type aircraft, a taildragger just a bit larger than a Cub. I think it was a pre-WWII trainer for navigators. I did see one in real life. I thought it was the coolest thing since shirt pockets. I told the owner I'll buy it right now. He said it ain't for sale.
You can face backwards in the rear seat. Just move the backrest forward.
They flew some like this in nam.
@@MrLikeke you're thinking of the taylorcraft L2
My favorite vido so far, love this plane and the way you interact with all.
Cant wait for a new video and to one day fly one as well.
I took a several hour ride in the rear seat of an L19 from VT to PA back in the 70s when I was in the Civil Air Patrol. It was our squadron plane - great for searching for downed aircraft, lost hunters, etc. It was a great experience but I remember having to bring a blanket to keep my legs warm!
these are really enjoyable videos. nicely done.
Bobby, Love this series. I would suggest more talk/attention to the aircraft performance . Like takeoff distance, climb rate, etc. Yes this video did include most of it
How I would love my own 5,000’ runway. Envy!!!
Thanks for your efforts
Great video
this episode could be called a man and his plane; another great story; Chuck is living the life; I was skeptical when I seen the picture of the old plane; reminded you of an old bush plane but it is a diamond; Chuck has seen a great setup
Understood and thanks Bobby. Funny isn't it that many of us pilots also love sailing. All the best my friend
It can happen even testing, I drained a tube full and was about to discard it with no "bubble" or any sign of water separation... John my flight instructor, who still dwelled in my head, said clearly, stick your nose in the tube and sniff. Well not much gas odor... Humm all water.. No color. Well I drained out about a quarter of a tank of water. It had been raining for several days. I also bought new gaskets and learned. To live to fly another day. God bless and care for those who forget.
I love the way it looks!! So cool
Nice Bird Dog Sir! Just a Useful tipp! Stick Full back after landing and during the whole roll out. Believe me this can safe your day....
Good Stuff. Thanks for sharing.
Great vid ,and what a gentleman pilot 👍👍👍
Another fantastic video Mr. White. It looked to me like Chuck and Bobby could be related, they look alike somewhat.
So Awesome! enjoyed this.....I was a CAP member back in the early 70's, the Hawaii Wing had and L19 they used to tow gliders, found myself in the back seat on numerous occasions....Awesome memories.
Was a CAP cadet in summer of 84. Coles County Airport for the Illinois Wing flight encampment. Got to ride back seat for one glider tow. After cable release, the pilot banked sharply and dove away, pulling Gs until my head tilted back. Probably the second biggest grin my face ever wore. 😁
I was a CAP cadet back in the late 70's and our wing, (VT,) had a couple L-19's, (although, I think 63G was cursed. She kept breaking for no reason after she hit a fire hydrant buried in a snowbank at Morrisville airport one winter.) Got to fly with a man who flew 2 tours as a FAC, and he could do stuff with an L-19 that Cessna never intended.
My dad has one here in Australia... Loves it!
My FAV plane, great presentation, thanks for sharing.
Now a military version of a Cessna 337............
One of the most yesterday nice plane, thanks!
Kind of digging the new channel Bobby. Decided I'd subscribe keep up the good work
Beautiful sounding engine.
Awesome channel, the videos are the perfect length and I love seeing pilots and places I know. If you ever want to shot the nicest Vans RV7 let me know I’m at T31.
Yeah would love to. Bobby@sailingdoodles.com
Beautiful plane!
Just liked and subscribed.. thumps up... I have been watching your pilot/plane reviews and have been enjoying. My recommendation would be is to get more info in on each planes technical specs.. motor, HP, max load, climb rates, etc...
私が中学生時代(1980～82年)、陸上自衛隊立川基地でよくL-19が飛行してました！
素敵な動画アップ、ありがとうございますm(_ _)m
The video is really nice, I follow you from Italy, I started recently to do vlog... good job, I keep following you...
Cool old airplane Bobby, with lots of visibility.
Enjoyed this.
That brought back great memories. I got to Vietnam in Feb ‘68. Assigned to the 74th Recon Airplane Co, flying Birddogs. Three trips around the traffic pattern and off on a mission. Flew 157 hours in 23 days, was great fun. Was pulled out to go fly U-21s, King Air. After a few months of that, asked to go back to Birddogs, the Colonel told me I needed my head examined and threw me out of his office. In ‘71 on second tour I found my Birddog in a hangar in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, same tail number and Cambodian markings, sad.
Very cool Bobby....
One of these landed next to us during one of our missions in 1966. I was jealous. These guys got to fly not walk.
Great vid...but he didnt talk much when up in the air,..did he have to talk to any nearby atc at all? Keep those videos coming!
Beautiful plane 👍
Amazing looking strip.. would love to fly there
Great engine sound too.
I'm a fan of all the flying vlogs on TH-cam (I won't list them all, but damn, your Laura in Sailing Doodles is gorgeous:) Thanks for both channels! I really enjoyed the Bird Dog!
Thank you so much!
Very cool!
Notice at 5:37 no outside step. Outside steps are for civilians, and it's a long way up to the floor in one of these.
Really good.
SUPER COOL
Great vid. Reminded me of the movie Bat 21 with Gene Hackman.
That's was a o..2
Good job Chuck!💥 🍻 👍 😁
Another great video, Can you please do a video on the Cessna 337 if possible.
Cool plane.
Beautiful warpaint!
Awesome!
The comment about ‘being in aviation long enough and knowing someone that didn’t make it home........’
You know your getting old when you enjoy flying doodles better than sailing doodles. Lol
Awesome plane! It’s like five planes in one.