You Don
U.S. Army Airborne Lyrics

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And you know, chea, and you know
Chea, get the money, get the money
And you know, and you know, and you know
Young, yeah, I see you, nigga, let's go

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
That don't mean shit, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

I don't know you, I don't know you

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
That don't mean shit, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

Feelin' is in this shit, that's right I'm in this bitch
Y'all niggas acting like Young ain't never did this shit
Nigga, five hundred grams, rock solid, no shake
Call them thangs Chappelles, he wants his other half baked

You know I like to scramble mine, Waffle House style
Or leave 'em sunny side up and let 'em chill for a while
Not only have I done it, I did it, I lived it
Delivered it myself, yeah, I'm making house visits

I'm praying while I'm driving, it's making me religious
In the headlights behind me, it's making me suspicious
And maybe I'm trippin' and maybe I'm not
Maybe it's nothing, just hope it ain't the cops, okay

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
That don't mean shit, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
That don't mean shit, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

I go there, get that and go back with that
And then I flip that, then send that right back
If it got two bags, it must be five stacks
So you owe five stacks, bring that right back

If it take too long, must be rerock
Two in the shoe box, nah, these ain't Reeboks
I don't live there, I just cook there
Ain't nothing in there but fish and cookware

Can't drop our shit, work that fork though
Lock up like woah, Young like fo' sho'
This shit right here, call that, come back
Drop this nine off and I'll be right back

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
That don't mean shit, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
That don't mean shit, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

I don't know why these niggas tell lies
Y'all know damn well he ain't flippin' no pies
All this bird talk make me want some Popeyes
Y'all getting no play off in my rides

Fake ass niggas, how dare you compare Young?
Black Crown Vic, yeah that used to scare Young
My six-two's come back like Frisbees
All these smoke fumes got me dizzy

They talk bricks see, I'm just listening
Say I'm just listening
Hook might be tight but that don't sound right
I sold Snow White and he sold no white

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
But that don't mean shit, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
That don't mean shit, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

Chea, and you know
I ain't bouncing for none of you, niggas, nigga
And you know
I ain't cosigning none of you fake ass, niggas
Realest nigga in the BS nigga, Jezzy

And you know, and you know
Yeah, America is me
And you know
Yeah, they know me though, let's go

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
That don't mean shit, I don't know you

I don't know you, I don't know you
I don't know you, I don't know you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "You Don" by U.S. Army Airborne are about the drug trade and the distrust among those involved in it. The singer is dismissing claims made by others about their involvement in the business, emphasizing that he only trusts those with whom he has personal experience. He describes his own involvement, including details about drug quantities and preparation methods, and expresses the paranoia and danger of being involved in such a criminal enterprise. Despite his success, he remains vigilant against potential risks.

The lyrics show the harsh reality of a criminal underworld where trust is scarce, and any mistake can lead to severe consequences. The singer is portrayed as someone who has lived through it and understands the risks involved. The lyrics are a commentary on society's obsession with making quick money through illegal activities, and the toll it takes on the people involved. The song also highlights the importance of personal trust, implying that one cannot rely solely on reputation or hearsay.

Line by Line Meaning

And you know, chea, and you know
Acknowledgement that the listener understands the message being conveyed

Chea, get the money, get the money
Encouragement to focus on making money

And you know, and you know, and you know
Reiteration of the important message being conveyed

Young, yeah, I see you, nigga, let's go
Motivation to move forward and take action

I hear y'all talk that work shit, that's cool
Acknowledgement that some people talk about working hard

That don't mean shit, I don't know you
Without actual proof of hard work, claims are meaningless

Feelin' is in this shit, that's right I'm in this bitch
Acknowledgement of being actively involved in the work

Y'all niggas acting like Young ain't never did this shit
Disbelief at those who doubt one's experience

Nigga, five hundred grams, rock solid, no shake
Referring to a large amount of high-quality product

Call them thangs Chappelles, he wants his other half baked
Reference to a specific way of cooking the product

You know I like to scramble mine, Waffle House style
Preference for a specific cooking style

Or leave 'em sunny side up and let 'em chill for a while
Another reference to a specific cooking style

Not only have I done it, I did it, I lived it
Proof of actual experience and expertise in the work

Delivered it myself, yeah, I'm making house visits
Taking an active role in delivering the product to customers

I'm praying while I'm driving, it's making me religious
Acknowledgement of the potential dangers involved in the work

In the headlights behind me, it's making me suspicious
Being cautious and aware of potential threats

And maybe I'm trippin' and maybe I'm not
Acknowledgement of the possibility of paranoia

Maybe it's nothing, just hope it ain't the cops, okay
Hopeful that there isn't any real danger

I go there, get that and go back with that
Description of the process of acquiring and delivering the product

And then I flip that, then send that right back
Description of the process of selling the product and making a profit

If it got two bags, it must be five stacks
Assumption that the product is of high quality and worth a high price

So you owe five stacks, bring that right back
Demand for payment from customers

If it take too long, must be rerock
Assumption that a delay in payment is due to the product being of low quality or cut

Two in the shoe box, nah, these ain't Reeboks
Reference to hiding money in a shoebox

I don't live there, I just cook there
Clarification that one is not actually living in the place where they cook the product

Ain't nothing in there but fish and cookware
Humorous quip about what is actually in the place where the product is cooked

Can't drop our shit, work that fork though
Continued emphasis on working hard to make a profit

Lock up like woah, Young like fo' sho'
Reference to locking up the product to avoid theft or getting caught by the police

This shit right here, call that, come back
Selling a specific type of product that will keep customers coming back

Drop this nine off and I'll be right back
Taking a quick break from work to take care of other business

I don't know why these niggas tell lies
Confusion about why some people claim to be involved in the work when they are not

Y'all know damn well he ain't flippin' no pies
Calling out those who make false claims

All this bird talk make me want some Popeyes
Humorous quip about the prevalence of false claims

Y'all getting no play off in my rides
Refusal to associate with those who are not really involved in the work

Fake ass niggas, how dare you compare Young?
Anger at being compared to those who are not really involved in the work

Black Crown Vic, yeah that used to scare Young
Reference to the police and previous experiences with them

My six-two's come back like Frisbees
Reference to selling a lot of product at once

All these smoke fumes got me dizzy
Acknowledgement of the potential health risks involved in the work

They talk bricks see, I'm just listening
Listening to others talk about their work

Say I'm just listening
Acknowledgement that one isn't actively talking about their own work

Hook might be tight but that don't sound right
Skepticism about what others are saying about their work

I sold Snow White and he sold no white
Pride in one's own success compared to others who are less successful

I ain't bouncing for none of you, niggas, nigga
Refusal to obey or follow others who are not really involved in the work

I ain't cosigning none of you fake ass, niggas
Refusal to support or associate with those who make false claims

Realest nigga in the BS nigga, Jezzy
Assertion of being the most authentic person involved in the work

Yeah, America is me
Pride in being a successful part of American culture

Yeah, they know me though, let's go
Acknowledgement that others are aware of one's work and success

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Eugene T Chu

2y↑89

I graduated from US Army Airborne School way back in 2001. The three week course is relatively the same. There are a few aspects not shown in the video...

1. There is daily physical training and a 3-4 mile run afterwards at a 8:30 minute pace. If you 'fall out' (leave formation), it is grounds for recycle (send to new class) or failure from the course.

2. You do have nights and weekends off, but you must be disciplined. Showing up hung over or late is grounds for recycling or failure from the course.

3. The 250 foot tower still gets sporadic use. It is primarily for weaker members of the class to have a remedial chance to prove worthiness in second week before jumping from C-130 in third week.

4. The video shows daytime jumps. The final jump is at night with full equipment along with parachutes.

Arc Anon Drum

3y↑378

My father was one of the many hundreds who first went through this training. He was not old enough to enlist in time to be among the very first trainees, they jumped into Normandy the night before D-Day. My father and his regiment were replacement troops, replacing the souls lost to death or injury as the Allies progressed across Europe.

Because of the gap from the very first Airborne Troops already in England and waiting for D-Day, my father and other paratroopers like him stayed state side and trained and trained ...and trained.

Having written all that, less than 10% of Americans in Uniform saw Combat on the ground in WW2, the "hardened troops"" were proven fighters. They got breaks but we're back at it again later. I eventually learned how to spot the difference between a Combat Veteran versus a Veteran from the War. Combat Veterans were much quieter about the whole thing.

My father was a machine gunner so he was both a target and he shot many but you would never know that had you met him later.

My father was very eager to go to War as a young man. He didn't regret his service but he wasn't in love with War, especially after experiencing it first hand. We all should never love War. For more, I highly recommend learning about Decorated Combat Marine General Smedley Butler and listening to Eisenhower's Farewell Address from the White House.

All comments from YouTube:

Ajanthan Subramaniam

3y↑4.1K

For something so dangerous, the training seems very well put together.

Terrance Mooselips

3y↑260

Except for parking a vehicle in the drop zone

Cool cars with Cloud

3y↑92

@Terrance Mooselips well I don’t think it was in the “drop zone” she just over shot the perimeters.

Musapha Kofi

3y↑2

Musapha Kofi

3y↑2

Please how are you doing today I hope you are doing well

Musapha Kofi

3y↑1

Please where are you from

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Hugo Cunha

2y↑488

I got 43 jumps within 4 years and half, most of them with combat load and my knees, ankles etc are perfectly fine. Paratroopers can't skip leg day and have to put in the work as often as possible. God bless the paratroopers all over the world. Greetings from Portugal

godbelow

2y↑7

Remind us how those knees are feeling come middle age :D

Autumn Hannah

2y↑17

@godbelow I'm 37 and yup they're fucked. I jumped with the older parachutes too. T 10deltas. The army wasnt soft back in my day. So I beat my body up and I wouldn't change a thing. 72 jumps and everyone was awsome. Some close calls but awsome. I was addicted. I jumped 4 times in one day once. My buddy was in charge of putting jumpers on the roster and he needed slots filled so I said I'd do it. Lol it sucked. 2 day jumps Hollywood and 2 nights full combat. I was so tired from adrenaline dumps. Good times.

Hugo Cunha

2y↑3

@godbelow you might be right, but til this day I don’t see any signs

Charles Custer

1y↑5

@Jason
40 years later, my knees are just fine. 47 jumps in 3 yrs.

Rigo Guerrero

1y↑3

Landed without being able to deploy rucksack, it beat me up good. Been dealing with back surgery, knee and ankle issues... 43 combat training jumps usually at night landing in Normandy DZ can be like landing on concrete.
Even with it all, it was an awesome experience--Airborne!

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Rob Otter

2y↑1.8K

Served 12 years as a medic in a paratrooper platoon - best time of my life.
"Keep your feet and knees together" is exactly the same you hear all the time at German airborne school too. Love it :D
"Glück Ab!" from Germany

dbsill cockney

2y↑7

Die ami ausbildung wirkt wie kindergarten

Lawrence Lockhart

2y↑13

How are your knees? Does it wear out over time, or is the safety protocol is enough to avoid that?

Pavel Kolesnik

2y↑6

Any MOS can become a paratrooper. Is that right?

Long Yu

2y↑2

@dbsill cockney Ist die Bundeswehrausbildung härter? Hätte gedacht bei den Amis wäre der Ausbildungton deutlich rauer.

Mike E

2y↑5

@Pavel Kolesnik most anyone can go to the school. If you're going to an Airborne unit, the unit would need to have your MOS. A Bradley mechanic could go to Airborne school and get his/her wings, but they wouldn't be assigned to an Airborne unit.

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ThePaleMenace

2y↑753

I think it's crazy that humans can learn "unnatural" things like this so quickly. 3 weeks, only 1 of which is spent jumping out of an actual aircraft, and you're good to go. We can do a lot of incredible things when we put our minds to it.

Vyros .

2y↑14

Well. They only get a hang of the basics. They then graduate and become real soldiers. Active trqin constantly. Guard train once a month. They continue to learn and hone their skills.

Kriss Vector

1y↑10

@Vyros . the basics are all you need to jump out of a plane there guy it’s not hard at all

aletron

1y↑8

its not that difficult, you just have to follow basic instructions, the hardest part both literally and mentally is landing.

BD D

48w↑2

When it comes to training, the military has no equal. They have to be able to train a variety of people with varying capacities and do it efficiently (usually weeks or less) and effectively since lives matter. If you want a solid trainer, look for someone who trained others in the military as their MOS/AFSC/Rate.

Darrell Lee

3y↑632

My Airborne School lasted 5 weeks. We had two jumps followed by a whole bunch of nasty weather so we spent as much time just sitting in the rigger shed as we did actually training. Then one day, the weather cleared and we finally got those last three jumps!
Man, this brings back some memories. I'm so blessed to have been (and always will be) a Paratrooper!

Shai Dorsai

3y↑11

Sounds familiar.
Ground Week was COLD. I saw a low of 15 Degrees later in the papers. Tower Week warmed up nicely. Jump Week and The Rains came. Two Jumps and no more Jumping due to Weather Holds. Day after day we'd get ready but eventually told No Jumping Today. Eventually things cleared up and jumps 3, 4 from C-141 Aircraft came around. Look put for those lakes on Fryar! Jump 5 from a C-123 and I earn my Wings!
Those heading for Bragg left that afternoon. As I was heading for Vicenza I got to stick around for a while.

The Chill

2y↑3

mine was 5 weeks also we had a double zero week

Liam Babington

2y↑1

AATW!!1 Yep, I remember the Black Hats........Glad I did it!!

Sean Jones

2y↑5

Hey I jumped with you a time or two

Jolanderphilip

38w

A new circle of hell has been described

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Jim Beaux

2y↑281

Mad respect. I spent 4 years in the military, but I don’t know if I ever will find myself jumping out of planes. Obviously, I realize that these men and women get the best training in the world and mishaps are rare, but it would take a lot to overcome that fear of mine.

JamesT

2y↑10

Mishaps are not rare at all. Extremely serious and even fatal mishaps exist and Those are rare, but injury in general is pretty common. That extra $150 a month might sound nice but every single jump will screw up your knees more and more and there's no going back from that.

Bert

2y↑1

@JamesT yeah my hips have arthritis bad. Was a tough school but I did it. Super Duper Paratrooper

Bert

Had many soldiers get cut. Marines and Academy grads. It was gnarly

Bert

2y↑1

You gotta do it while a youngster

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sam joseph

3y↑7.1K

The real hero is the cameraman who enlisted in the Army, Marine, Navy, and Airforce

AbsolutFreeMan

3y↑372

and coast guard, they also made a bootcamp video in coast guard

Kalashnikov 413

3y↑227

Secret Service aswell

Master Oogway

3y↑34

LMAO

Drens Den

3y↑98

and the Canadian Mounties

AdmiralYugoslavBall

3y↑73

And the marine corps drill instructor.

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brownie1341

1y↑62

I graduated from Jump School at Benning in November, 1974. The training really hasn't changed much. Now I'm old and slow, but will always be part of the paratrooper brotherhood. Airborne!

gregg darbygregg

1y↑9

I graduated in October 74 from Ft Benning jump school, old and slow too but still a soldier at heart

Rivet Gardener

37w↑3

Rock on Brother! A 4/325th 82nd ABN here. I jumped, I loved it and I stayed with it 6 years.

Doggy Catalan

26w

Thank you for your service.

Horton Stewart

2y↑143

This is great to watch. My son is currently on his 3rd day of the 3 week school. Its amazing the amount of hours of training that was developed to make sure these soldiers get it right. As a parent, I'm very thankful to these instructors for their hours of dedication to getting it right. As an American.. I'm thankful for these brave soldiers that will go on and do this in missions around the world. God, please bless them.

Peter Nemeth

2y↑7

my son just finished his training.

BRONCOBOY 7575

46w

Lol

Doug Gubner

29w↑1

Your son made the right choice. After 86 jumps and 8 years in the Army, I thank your son for his service.

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Mark Gomez

2y↑33

I did this back in May 2012. It was the best 3 weeks of my Army service. I was in Bravo Company alongside with Air Force, Marines, Navy, and even Polish and Iraqi forces. It was absolutely incredible!

hjusn

2y↑116

Completed the training the summer before entering my senior year at the United States Naval Academy in 1978. All of the drill instructors were Vietnam combat veterans and they kicked our butts for three weeks. Never had breaks and constantly on the run or doing pushups. I graduated in the best physical condition of my life and developed a deep respect for the Army. My son is currently in his third year at West Point and I hope he will have the opportunity to go. Airborne!!

Shawn Basil

2y↑6

It wasn't at all like that in the mid-90s. I was a Marine ANGLICO lieutenant. We had an intense pre-Airborne PT screening process before we got orders for school. When I got there, the PT was so easy that I worked out on my own in the evenings so I wouldn't get out of shape before I returned to ANGLICO. The only tough part was that first step out the door.

Darryl Cloyd

2y↑4

@Shawn Basil LOL what did you expect? They do not need to be superhuman but competent.

Shawn Basil

2y↑4

@Darryl Cloyd many were straight out of basic training, and not in great shape. But I can tell you from experience that those who were actually assigned to an Airborne unit like the 82nd were in MUCH better shape. The majority of those who go to Airborne School never jump again.

Aaron Field

40w

How were you able to go to both schools?

James Rochelle

3y↑925

Did this for 8 years, landed in trees, on runways, in the ocean and numerous dropzones around the world, worst injury I suffered was my own fault and I still at age 60, walk upright and noble, no knee pain or ankle pain and last but not least, am proud to have been a paratrooper!!!

YBGL

3y↑44

Well bless you. I got Airborne feet, ankles, knees and lower back. Those PLFs on Sicily DZ were rough.

wangson

3y↑4

@YBGL I can only imagine.

Martin Earnest

3y↑11

Thank you for your service.

bangle vision

3y↑4

AIRBORNE

Nicholas Diaz

3y↑2

All the way!

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Eugene T Chu

2y↑89

INDRID COLD

2y↑3

I did as well in 2001. Delta Co. Sgt Airborne Bailey. I'll never forget him. He was tabbed the hell out, looked like Cal Ripken Jr but mean as a rattlesnake.

J

2y↑1

I went through jump school back in 1972 and it's the best thing ever because it's not for everybody because you have to dedicate yourself to your training and trust in your ability and remember everything that you were taught and you'll be just fine

Sean Linehan

42w

Jump school 2010. We had shit weather and only did daytime Hollywood, and we knew we were finishing on a specific day after many failed attempts. Me and buddies got hammered and showed up to the barracks at 0400 before the 0430 wake up and were so hungover we kept falling asleep 😂 One even threw up on his last jump and the cadre thought he got a concussion lol. Good times

Jim Haldeman

1y↑5

I took a similar course while stationed in Germany back in 1965. The Army held a jump school for Artillery and Armor soldiers to familiarize and encourage going Airborne at Grafenbourg. Our class was from 8 AM to 1 Pm every day for 4 weeks. Hey, i got me out of KP and Guard duty while at Graf. I did three jumps over Southern Bavaria farm lands, plopping in freshly fertilized fields. I never did go Airborne, but did get to experience the jump.

Stop Ebegging

2y↑8

I never trained in the military, but I've done 3 solo dives out of a plane and I can absolutely attest to the calm once your chute is pulled. It's an absolutely breathtaking experience, and to date is still the most meditative thing I've ever experienced. While you're falling before your chute is out, it's loud, jarring, and time seems unreal. A minute would pass in just a second, and seconds in a moment. It's by far the most fun thing I've ever done, and for all that a motorcycle can bring, there's nothing like free falling. Before you know it, it's time to pull your rip cord and get absolutely punched by a force that slows you down. Once you're drifting, the world looks so simple from way up high. It's gorgeous, and I wish I had the money to keep doing it. Getting fully certified cost more than I had though, so I carry those memories fondly. If you're ever wondering about sky diving, do it. It's terrifying to some, but freeing to others. If you feel like you'll like it, you will. If you feel like you'll be terrified and pass out...you probably will. Definitely an incredible experience!

Rivet Gardener

37w

You have never experienced airborne until you have had 60 pounds of equipment on your back, 30 pounds of parachute added, 5 pounds of emergency parachute, 15 pounds of assigned weapon, and various shit you choose to add, than given the order to STAND UP! at 0100 in the morning then GO! and willingly step out into the cold dark black emptiness of space. THAT is what we do do.......daily.

Matthew Kennedy

2y↑17

SSG Fisher was one of my platoon's instructors when I went to Airborne School. He was a great guy, could teach the material well and shared a lot of his personal jump experience with us.

Gully R.

45w↑8

Respect to all of them. I'm afraid of heights and would never willingly jump out of a perfectly good airplane. I'm very grateful for the men and women willing to do so for our freedom and safety.

R. Brown

3y↑2.7K

Kudos to all the paratroopers who can get through without breaking a leg. What did I get out of Airborne School? A bad knee that stills pains me over 40 years later.

CH

3y↑174

Try doing a other 50+ jumps in the 82nd with actual combat load. We all have bad knees lol

S J

3y↑43

@CH you had it made down south, I was 1/40 cav at Rich. Every jump left its mark. Should have picked mechanized..

CH

3y↑46

@S J wouldn't exactly call 82nd infantry having it made but aight lol. I was 173rd in Italy as well jumped plenty of shit terrain/climate there. 172nd in Germany before that. Not to mention a deployment to Ramadi and 2 deploymemts to afghanistan, both to the mountains of rc east on the pakistan border. All light. So like I said before, we all have bad knees

S J

3y↑11

@CH I didn't get to go anywhere but Afghanistan, Paktika and Paktiya province's. Shit times

CH

@S J yeah I was in paktika where abouts were you there

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Royce Labor

3y↑60

I still remember going through jump school 43 years ago. Arguably the best training I had in 22 years in the Army. I still remember my 1st jump looking out over the toes of my boots and seeing the aircraft flying away thinking "I should be on that!"

RonT222

2y↑1

43 years... I wonder how many combat jumps you've had

Royce Labor

2y↑8

@RonT222 LOL…that would be zero. I was a tanker.

INDRID COLD

2y↑7

My night jump at airborne school I was door man, was one of the coolest feelings I ever experienced.

WOR Lore

2y↑10

The US army currently has 10 divisions (and 27 national guard) 7 of which are infantry ranging from light to Stryker infantry. The “big three” divisions are the 82nd airborne which does what is shown here, the 101st airborne which is air assault and repels from helicopters and the 10th mountaineer division which works in harsh environments such as artic or mountains.

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1y↑6

Let's take a moment to appreciate how much time and effort he puts into his content for us. Love the videos!

carlos aruz quarrionex

2y↑59

I stumbled through the air after I jumped. My parachute twisted and cause my parachute not to fully open. Thank goodness for all the training I got. I was able to open it long enough to slowdown, I slow down a bit, and remember my role. I hit hard. I felt the energy run from my feet up the spinal cord, up to where we had our hands ... I broke nothing thanks to my instructors

Tang Kian Siong

2y↑2

wow what happened exactly

Valedits

cap

pogiguy05

29w

I went thru this training in 1985 and this brings back so many memories. The one thing was it did not matter your rank. Enlisted or Officer you were all EQUAL as students. They do not show favoritism to officers. If I still had my youth I would love to do this again.

Dadisthatyou205

3y↑10.8K

Dude imagine dreaming of being a paratrooper your entire life and then you can’t reach the wire.

Willymot

3y↑492

Crazy because I was in an airborne unit for 3 years and have NEVER heard of that 🤣🤣 must be new

Chief Heaff

3y↑44

@Willymot honestly. Lmao

Chad H.

3y↑480

When the cameras turned off they let her jump anyway 😹😹😹

Chief Heaff

3y↑69

@Chad H. I mean, she’s gotta stand up on the seats anyway! 😂

Haven Hemmings

3y↑133

We had a short commo Sgt who got too chubby to reach the wire. We always had to boost him up a little for pay jumps.

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Tito

34w↑1

I respect everything you guys do. For our country ❤

Stephen Haney

1y↑6

Officially 5th jump complete airborne school has been the best thing I've ever done, it's truly a strange feeling after 2 weeks of training and then going in the aircraft and taking off it doesn't feel real, I was so scared sitting in the plane watching my fellow jumpers exit the aircraft however when it was my pass my brain just turned off and my training kicked in and by the time I knew what was happening I was in the air with a great view. One thing is for sure I'm glad to no longer be a dirty nasty leg

William Mathews

1y↑1

Are the 250 feet towers still in use?

Rob Haythorne

2y↑2

Thanks for the update. A bit different than when I went through. We used to only count to four. We had 34 foot towers, but also 300 footers, maybe only 200. It was a very long time ago. In the final analysis, parachutes are just another way to get to work.

Jeffrey Collier

2y↑2

A great trip down memory lane for me. I went through in August, 1984, as an Air Force ROTC cadet. It is pretty warm and humid in August in Columbus, GA, and the first thing I noticed was that our company barracks didn't have air conditioning, which actually was a good thing once acclimated. Also, our parachutes were pretty small, and we dropped much faster. Luckily, it had been raining a lot and the ground was fairly soft. Lastly, on that first jump while in the Hercules getting ready for departure, I was sitting next to a young private. I asked him if he was nervous about our first jump, as I was. He replied, 'Yes, I'm nervous. I've never flown in an airplane before.' So, at the end of our Jump week, he'd taken off 5 times in an airplane, but never landed in one. Amazing!

Tom Uss

2y↑1

This story of a private being in an aircraft for the first time etc, etc, etc, has been told since the first Airborne jump.

Jeffrey Collier

@Tom Uss By the same guy? Does that mean you think I'm lying and full of shit? What would be my motivation for that? Please give me some references of all these other stories.... Cheers!

Tom Uss

When I used the term story it was not meant as a myth or legend, the story is about bravery. I have seen comments on Airborne threads how someone is afraid of heights and could never do that. Those trainees never knew what to expect until the were in the air. First, having been with the 82nd I knew a few troopers who never ventured more than 100 miles from home, so first time in an aircraft was at Airborne School. Second I have been following Airborne threads and have read the same "story"" before, no exact but the same. Finally the first time I was in an aircraft it was a C119 and I was glad to exit that rattle trap. Still Airborne.

flo swason

31w

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Waltz

1y↑3

I’d be scared shitless of jumping out of an aircraft but this actually makes me feel safe. From how seriously the riggers take their job to the amount of training you get and how you prepare for the jump… man this is good. I wonder how other countries like New Zealand compares to the level of training and SAFETY the US imposes.

James Hanna

3y↑2K

That "feet and knees together" repetition is crucial. I had to chant that when I got close to the ground to fight that overwhelming urge to 'step down' with one foot. I'm sure it saved me from breaking something.

_SalzBerri

3y↑5

What bone name is something?

Brock Turner

3y↑54

@_SalzBerri Your ankles everything on your lower legs. Once you jump once you understand that feeling. 18 jumps later I still do.

Jay Trock

3y↑35

Jump school was the easiest school I every did. After Basic and infantry AIT. I went straight in to jump school. It was funny to be with marines, seals, pjs, and a bunch of high ranking people that just want their wings before retirement. Guess they gave up on the Towers. Those were scarier than jumping out of a plane. Airborne school I probably drank the most of in my life. 3 weeks of vacation. Before RIP. This was in mid 90s looks even easy.

_SalzBerri

3y↑1

@Brock Turner you must be new here?

Brock Turner

3y↑1

@_SalzBerri No, far from new.

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Rick A

2y↑14

I miss being a Black Hat. Its only been about a year since but got to work with some great instructors, some of which are in this video. The hours are long but worth it when you put those soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen through and see them get their wings. Ive done three Instructor jobs in my career (Drill Sergeant, NCO Instructor, and Airborne Instructor). Being an Airborne Instructor was def memorable and fulfilling.

Jon Byrum

1y↑1

I graduated nearly 20 years ago, this is by far one of the best videos of Airborne training I've ever seen. Very well put together and loved the "leg" comments at the end!!!
Airborne!!

Andre Gibson

2y↑9

I went through in 86 and was assigned to most of the Airborne units as Airborne Ranger. I enjoyed 22 great years and loved every minute of it. I miss the camaraderie of the military and still keep in contact with my buddies. RLTW

ImAlone

36w

This is my dream.

I used to be terrified of heights, I learned that it was because I didn’t feel like i was in control.

Watching the moment you hit freefall is the most unique experience. I never thought something so “scary” could be so beautiful and calm.

ProfessorX

1y↑14

I was active duty army for 6 years and never once really thought of joining the army before 18. I was inspired by my grandfather who served 23 years active duty army as well and after my second year I was offered a huge bonus to go airborne and I looking at this video I can’t believe I did that and I’m not afraid! Bless up to all my current and former paratroopers Death From Above 🪂

Rick OBrien

3y↑307

I went through jump school 42 years ago and all of this was familiar to me. So proud of the new jumpers. One difference from my time, tower week included the 250ft tower. Great job putting this together!

DON'T CLICK THIS VIDEO

3y↑1

WOWW YOU DON'T READ MY PROFILE PICTURE

BotheredNickel

3y↑4

They still have the towers but currently the parachutes that were used for the towers are past their time of use and it's to expensive to replace them and it also helps cut down on the amount of chutes needing to be repacked every week.

Billace 90

3y↑4

Oh, those towers! Specially the 250 footer !
I’ll never forget!
The Hot Summer of 1968.

TJPeterson09

I went about a decade ago and we still did the 250 ft tower. Seemed scarier than a real jump out of the aircraft

Christopher Franklin

3y↑1

@BotheredNickel I was wondering why they did not show the 250 ft tower.

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Stephanie Redden

3y↑3

My dad went to jump school in 1941 and those guys had it hard. A big thank you for serving and blue skies.

DRAKKENFIRE22

2y↑2

This was fun to watch and brought back fond memories! Nothing has changed except the parachute is different and the reserve chute is much bigger than when I was in. What isn’t specified in this film is that they are not all paratroopers. Those who complete the course and are assigned to an Airborne unit are paratroopers; the others are just Jump/Airborne qualified. Paratroopers get the $150/mo jump pay, and then don the maroon beret at their unit; the others don’t after Jump School. The slow short-stride jog is called “The Airborne Shuffle”. It is (or was) done every day during the course, and the purpose is to strengthen the legs in preparation for the impact of landing. The school had the 35lb rucks, but in an actual Airborne unit (like 82nd or 18th Airborne) the ruck could weigh as much as +80lbs (I was in combat arms, so that might be why ours were heavier). Paratroopers are able to get additional foreign jump wings if they jumped with a foreign Jumpmaster. I actually went through the final jump phase of Canadian Airborne School to get my Canadian Wings. Fun times in Fort Bragg, driving down Bragg Blvd, and visiting Rick’s Lounge and the surrounding Juicy Bars!!!

Seven

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alex azizoff

33w

As a paratrooper myself in a different army it’s crazy just how similar airborne school is to the training I got during my time learning to jump out of a plane

Papa Pawer

2y↑6

Massive respect to all paratroopers, especially Lt. Davis. Just wow!

Chad Czternastek

46w↑1

My total respect for these brave folks who do some of this. I was in the Army but Airborne is totally different level.

Arc Anon Drum

3y↑378

Jackson Vazquez

3y↑11

Your father sounds like a very interesting man. I thank him for his service!

Yeetasaurusyeet

3y↑3

I thank him for his service as well.

William Windom Tribute Site

2y↑3

Beautiful to read! Your father was a true hero. Maybe his paths crossed with other paratroopers who became celebrities like William Windom. He was with the 508th, 82nd AA. He jumped on D-Day and in the Netherlands. He even faked his own death when a sniper attacked his unit.He was a born actor!

Arc Anon Drum

2y↑1

It puts the lotion on its skin My Comment was a follow up to the Video. An homage to the men (and women) in the training now, an homage to my father and to those he served with. It's also a statement against being in love with War from myself, my father and Decorated Combat Marine General Smedley Butler. That's far different from fearing it, in case anyone is keeping score.

I prefer my privacy online from Clowms and identity theives versus compromising it to try and "prove" to anyone, a statement that I would have no logical reason to lie about. Your simplistic Comment is merely helping other people around the globe decide which Comments are worthwhile. I doubt that you're finished yet but I've encountered many (online only) "brave" idiots before most people knew there was an Internet.

Brian Svedin

2y↑2

> Combat Veterans were much quieter about the whole thing

That's still true today about Iraq/Afghanistan veterans. No one who's seen the shit needs to prove anything, because they already have.

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Ged Farnan

2y↑3

I'm surprised and somewhat put out by how thorough the training is prior to that first jump.
As a civilian, in 1979, I jumped out of a doorless Cessna after a total of two hours training!
I still remember the PLF but I don't recall learning anything from higher than about a metre......

These airborne types don't know how lucky they are! ;-)

Billy Noll II

The landings can indeed be a bit rough, depending on circumstances. 44th Company back in 1982. Physically I had no issue, but being somewhat leery of heights, I found it mentally challenging.

Michael

2y↑7

Good times for me in 2005 when i went through Airborne School. Did 55 jumps in my 8 year career and all where successful. I surely do miss them days. ❤

Gaylan Lee

2y↑3

Awesome thing for anyone to be able to accomplish this--I was a civilian pilot for years, never could even get my head around jumping out of a perfectly good running flying aircraft😬. I respect those who can.😎

Al Lock

38w↑1

Many years ago, night jump, full equipment for a 1 week ftx, MC-130 put us out at 700 AGL (was supposed to be 1000 AGL) MC1-1B. 11 man ODA - 4 broken legs - 7 jumpers with feet and knees together, 4 who didn't.

The Mayor

3y↑42

In April while at work my machine tipped over and I was 40-45 feet high. Before I hit the ground I jumped from my basket and the training I received from airborne school over 20 years ago were still in my mind knees and feet together and roll. I'm sure it saved my life. I still broke my ankle and messed up my knee a bit but I'm sure it would have been much worse. A coworker said he couldn't believe I was conscious let alone alive

Alpha Mike

1y↑4

It must be an honor to be part of the Airborne

Norma-Jean Manson

2y↑10

Somehow this was recommended to me and I’m glad it was, my grandfather served as a paratrooper with the 82nd airborne division. He recounted many times of how much he loved those years. He passed in 2009 but his memory lives on.

Nunya Bidness

2y↑1

We had a bunch of Navy Seals in our class. Those guys were all really tough, and had been through so much that they felt like our army parachuting school was a vacation. One of them though was afraid of the tower. He was afraid of heights and when he tried to jump out the door, he would close his eyes or not jump high enough, and the instructors would fail him. He barely got through it, and I’m pretty sure they let him have more tries than normal. The training worked for him, because it practically brainwashes you to not think about jumping into the blue, but rather to just do the steps like you have been taught. Still, you have to respect anyone that afraid of heights getting through the school.

Even if they were dumb enough to join the Navy. 🤣😂🤣😂

Tom Uss

2y↑1

I went through jump school March of 1966. We had a group of SEALS in our class, real animals, ready to pick a fight at the drop of a hat. On graduation day they climbed the big towers and hung sheets with SEALS in big black letters on them. Jump school was a little tougher, ran everywhere in black boots!

digitalwizard79

1y↑1

Went thru back in 1998! Looks like quite a bit has changed. We had t-10c chutes if I recall right. It was probably for camera, but my black hats were a bit ‘meaner’ than these seem to be. Tower week didn’t consist of the tower bc of high winds, which sucked. So our first taste of reality was, well, reality lol. I’ll remember that first jump forever! It was just like described. Calm, peaceful, almost like time stops. More quiet than anything you’ll ever experience. Then you hit the ground and it all comes rushing back. Intense!

Airborne!! Thanks for the nostalgia

Caipirinha_King

I was a medivac crew chief. 498th Medical Company was roughly 1/4 mile or more from the jump school. Doing support for the base, the Ranger school outside of Pensacola, and also training at the Air Assault school in Ft Campbell, I never thought about attending either school… I should have considered the extra hazardous duty pay that would’ve gone along with my flight duty pay.

Drew B.

3y↑112

FYI, the term "Leg" comes from WW2 when the first Army Airborne units formed from existing Army formations. The regular Army uniform at the time required the Trousers to be worn straight down on the outside of the boots, hence the name, straight leg Infantry. Paratroopers were authorized to "blouse" or tuck uniform trousers into the top of their boots, further identifying them as elite and separate from the other Army soldiers. This was in addition to wearing the parachutist wings and the Airborne insignia on the cap. Therefore, they were separate and distinct than their straight leg Infantry counterparts.
And now you the rest of the story.

Raistlin R.

2y↑10

Training has changed since I went to Jump school. Definitely a lot easier than it was in the 80's. Even the chutes are different, we used the T-10 Charlies or the -1 Bravos. Miss the hell out of my 82d days.

Gary Gruber

1y↑2

I have 535 jumps as a civilian on completely different canopies (steerable). Our decision altitude (do I have a good main? Do i need to jettison and deploy my reserve?) is twice as high as their jump altitudes! I do not have the stones to do what these brave men and women do! God bless them!

Ralph Green Jr.

2y↑3

Proud to have been a US paratrooper 60 jumps, 58 great, 2 ,I crawled away from 73 years old, right knee replaced, shoulder rebuilt, and left ankle floats. I loved to wear the 82d and 101st patches.

THK

All the way!

Adventure Awaits

2y↑2

This is really cool to watch I never knew how much training actually went into being airborne. Thank you for the video

Beesechurger

47w↑4

It’s cool to see enlisted, NCOs, and commissioned officers all learning together

Deep Sleep

3y↑77

Graduated a month ago! Saw some old peers that got recycled in this video! Really great training and an amazing experience! AALTW!

WGH

1y↑1

it was the best training I ever had in my 20+ year career!!! 🎉

Tyler513

2y↑2

Hardest part for me was all the running. I get shin splints and you run everywhere you go in boots. Plus you run every morning. The rest was easy. I couldn’t believe there were some people that hesitated out of the mock door. It’s basically a zip line. Nothing to be scared of.

philossity

2y↑4

Just finished airborne school and one of the most fun experience I’ve ever had for a military training environment

Guts Andcasca

3y↑2

Currently at Airborne school Charlie company, and doing tower week, doing chute landing fall today, honestly everything is super fun. Like a lot and the training and the cadre, super informative. And you receive repetition after repetition to get your form correct.

LeeMcnasty

2y↑1

We start ground week tomorrow. Im Charlie company too. Hope its a piece of cake

ZergrushEddie

2y↑1

The fact that the most dangerous part of the training is a mock jump rather than jumping from 2,000 feet is a testament to the procedures and professionalism of the rigging crew.

BigBadWord

3y↑461

I went through Airborne school in March 2020 right as Covid hit. They rushed us through the course in 10 days. Jumped 3 times on our first jumping day.

XrpAndy

3y↑35

That doesn’t sound good……

CH

3y↑20

Cool story pfc cherry

SoFa King J

hey, how much do you ruck march back to your destination after you jump ?

Sergio Hernandez

2y↑2

@SoFa King J depends on where you land. Fryer is small though so I’d say a klick at most. Now Sicily DZ on Bragg that’s a big boy

Timothy Anderson

2y↑2

Damn, 3 times in one day.

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danteelite

3y↑552

Since they didn’t really explain it, the spank is a non verbal communication that lets you know your gear is good to go. You can’t pat anywhere else because you’re covered in gear.
Next, a “leg” is actually an acronym.. Low Entry Ground infantry, vs Airborne Infantry. Leg essentially means you deploy from a truck on the ground.

valrod78

3y↑17

In AIT a friend and I got told to call one of our Airborne DS a dirty leg by another Airborne DS, boy the smoking we got, 😆.

Ulises Chavez

2y↑6

Danteelite, you are wrong. Let me know if you need some Airborne history bestowed upon you.

Candid Colin

2y↑26

The "LEG" acronym you mention isn't really a thing. That sounds like something that was made up later because somebody complained that it was "hazing" to call non-Airborne personnel "legs." But the actual historical explanation is pretty simple.

Back in WW2 (when the Army started the paratrooper program) the standard Army soldier wore leggings while the paratrooper wore combat boots and bloused his pants into his boots. You could always tell a paratrooper was different just by his shoes. Hence, standard soldiers were called "legs" in reference to the leggings that they wore.

The Military golfer

2y↑1

Sry I’ll stay a leg lol jumping out of perfectly fine airplanes seems ridiculous

Alexa Cabello

2y↑1

Im scared of heights which i normally overcome but 1k feet seems extreme! Id it that hard? I want to go the airbone and ranger path in a couple years (2-4 years)

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Billy DaGoat

1y↑64

Word is, even the pilots jump and the plane deploys it’s own shoots and lands flawlessly.

Pete Booty-Juice

46w↑4

In the U.S Army, being Airborne Qualified does NOT necessarily make you a paratrooper. Unless you are assigned to a unit with a FULL AIRBORNE CAPABILITY and actual Airborne missions -- such as airport/airfield seizures, recon, etc. (i.e 82nd Airborne Division, 75th Ranger Regiment, SOF) after jump school, all you did was to simply get through the training at Ft. Benning, which is not hard at all.

I hate to say this (but it's true): The U.S Army and military wastes too much money on needless training. I witnessed this in Airborne school when I met Army troops who were never going to be assigned to the 82nd/75TH/SOF. A sizeable percentage during jump school were there simply because they managed to get a slot in for the training to get the promotion points (especially officers). This is akin to someone going through a police academy training (just for kicks) knowing he/she will never be a cop because they won't be joining law enforcement at all. It sounds absurd. But, this is exactly what happens to a sizeable percentage of Airborne candidates/trainees. That's pathetic and a waste of TAX PAYER DOLLARS. Further, while in the 82nd (and later in the 2nd Ranger Bn), I ran into people on post (and other military installations) who had the jump wings but were never assigned to us as Rangers or Paratroopers.

dentalcare1

31w

I agree. You become a paratrooper once you hit the ground.

Jetstream Aviation

3y↑8

Mass respect for the troops across the pond!

Carson Young

2y↑1

Great job, Graham! Love this series

Ed Jarrett

3y↑14

Airborne was great course, and very instructive. As an AF cadet, I learned almost as much about the Army as I did about the jump school. I’m happy to see that they have improved the program to help better weed out folks that won’t make it in their units. Airborne!

Ed Jarrett

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Boromir Of Middle Earth

2y↑3

That's is a truly amazing training system. Looks like so much fun. But the night jumps must be interesting to say the least.

harley rice

2y↑3

I don’t remember any staff members/instructors speaking in these calm conversational voices-EVER during my 3 weeks. But; this is a very well done piece.

Clyde Westmoreland

2y↑5

My dad was 82nd Airborne out of Ft. Bragg during the Vietnam War. He has been gone 14 years, GOD i miss him. To my dad and all veterans, much respect and love.

Christopher Maestas

2y↑2

My son just graduated boot and is heading to airborne school tomorrow. I am so proud of him.

ikarooz

3y↑34

I was an EMT, at Ft. Bragg. Our unit covered jumps for the XVIII ABN Corps, 44th Medical Brigade (ABN), Special Forces, Rangers, and on rare occasions the Marines. ::SALUTE:: to anyone who has earned their wings. God bless the A-I-R-B-O-R-N-E!

Big Dawg

This must’ve been a while ago, I just left the 44th and they haven’t been airborne for a while

Don Holmes

I met an old veteran in a wheel chair at the Rochester Airport and I had to talk to him as he had the First Special Service force insignia on his hat. In our conversation, he said he invented "feet and knees together. His name was Tom Hope and his job as a motion picture photographer had them filming the landings as they were trying to find a solution for broken legs.

C-Rex

2y↑11

Completing Airborne School gives you your wings! Serving in an Airborne unit makes you Paratrooper! That is where the rigorous training starts!

dentalcare1

31w↑1

I 100% agree. 1978 11B2P 82nd

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wtfgoogle

Seriously considered applying for airborne school right after AIT. Hard to believe I was ever that young and good to go. Couldn't dream of it now.

Droll Green

1y↑1

My dad started off as a paratrooper in the 101st airborne, he then got moved later on into the 187th airborne Rakkasans 3rd battalion at Ft Campbell and finished up his military career as a 68w for the 11th field artillery after taking medical specialist training at Ft Sam Houston

Dude

2y↑14

My dad jumped outta C-130's and he was terrified of height's, the dude can't be 3ft off the ground without peeing his pant's. He was so brave to do that, i honor him for his service.

Haven Hemmings

My dad was an airborne Ranger and Special Forces advisor in Vietnam. When I came back from Nam with the 101st he asked me one day-"don't those jumps scare you,." He said jumping out of an airplane scared the hell out of him. I didn't think he was scared of anything.

James Barrett

30w↑1

Years ago I traveled to Aldershot, UK and watched British Paras jump from a barrage balloon moored at 900 feet. They dropped about halfway before the parachute opened.
They really liked training at Fort Benning. Got to drop out of real airplanes and then enjoy the nightlife in Phenix City.
Not too long ago, British Paras jumped at Fort Dix. A morning jump and then afterwards at the New Jersey beaches charming the local bikini clad ladies with their accents.

valkirie19

3y↑170

I went to Airborne school almost 2 decades ago. It was definitely 1 of the most fun schools the Army allowed me to go to. I wish they'd let us old timers go back just for kicks and giggles 😂🤣

-RB- Rudeolph

3y↑1

38 years ago....

Aaron Stuff

3y↑4

Went through in ‘94. Would go again in a second. You should check out the “Phantom Airborne Brigade”. Group of prior airborne who still jump monthly.

valkirie19

3y↑1

@Aaron Stuff Oh man that's awesome!! I just had foot surgery, but I hope to meet up with them and jump some time in the future!

Sargesosaucey

We do, it’s called BAR! Lol Basic Airborne Refresher. 3 weeks crammed into 1-2 days.

valkirie19

@Sargesosaucey I know hahaha 😂🤣 I recently retired so I know they aren't gonna let my broken butt jump anymore

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Amputee Adventures

2y↑1

I remember graduating jump school at Ft Benning... after my 5th jump I went to the day room to wait for the others to finish and watched the Space Shuttle blow up live on TV. 2nd, 325th, 82nd AA. I think my 2nd month at Ft Bragg, hazard pay was finally increased to match officer's hazard pay to $110 a month.

VonSchpam

3y↑1

Congrats Trooper, you have just scored your first kill, 1 government issued all terrain motor vehicle parked hazardously in the drop zone of success. Well done. Carry on. We shall be watching your career with much interest.

MindFullCheeseburger

46w↑1

i wish i was just as fearless! the guts and bravery on the soldiers is nuts

V. Skeggjoar

My Airborne school was 5 weeks long. Once we passed you were one of those that was able to blouse your trousers and were jump boot with spitshine toe and heel, and not get dropped to the front leaning rest for the better part of the day. But this was july 1977. Seeing these young troops has brought back many memories, I wish time could be rewound or stopped! Never get old! It screws everything all to Hell! But most of all enjoy Everything to the fullest that you do in live because everything WILL END, and that is the worst part of live! Thats this old soldiers advice, because before you can blink 3 time turn around and kiss your most loved it will be over and you will take your place with the rest of us looking up watching remembering back when it was you looking down from the silk!!! Rangers Lead the Way!!! WHO WOAAA!

ral819

45th Company , November 1977. It wasn't only Army Airborne but, Special Forces, Rangers, Force Recon Marines , Air Force Para Rescue , and Navy Seals in this class... I went to the 82nd Airborne at Ft Bragg in December 77 after graduation.

Airplane Doctor

3y↑1.7K

Anyone in the military can basically take this course and never jump again, but unless they belong to a unit that is an airborne tasking, they won’t receive the monthly jump pay....

Rodney Horsley

3y↑80

exactly, so many soldiers have to beg to get a jump to keep the pay. I've heard counless times that E4 and below can be excluded depending where you are at which is fucked.

Shai Dorsai

3y↑182

@Rodney Horsley Former Paratrooper here: Unless you are serving in an Airborne Unit you are NOT going to receive Jump Pay. Even then you Have to Perform a minimum of One Jump per three months. Units carry names of paratroopers and the last day they made a Parachute Jump. Every effort will be made so they can make their Quarterly Jump and keep their Jump Pay. Rank is irrelevant.

IF you are Airborne Qualified but in a Non-Airborne unit You Will NOT Receive Jump Pay. One Exception: For a Specific Job you can be on Jump Status for that One Particular Day and receive Jump Pay that will be Pro Rated.
Anything else is pure hearsay.

Andrew Hosford

3y↑57

@Shai Dorsai Former, and I guess still, Cherry here: lol, can confirm what a pain in the ass it is to get a jump slot if your job doesn't require it. I went through jump school at the beginning of 2006, spent the next 4 years with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), and could never get a jump slot. I thought maybe it was a seniority thing, or maybe missing additional training that would make me ineligible for a jump slot, but even after making E5 and completing SERE(C), still couldn't get a jump slot. Though, to be fair, I was a machinist, and unlike the 82nd, we didn't have air droppable machine shops. We would just FedEx all the tools and parts I made to whatever war they needed to get to, lol.

Chris Andrews

3y↑13

THANK YOU they need a veteran to proof read these final scripts, it's not they're bad, there's just these small attention to detail things they keep missing,
i.e. The jump pay thing

1 onsight

3y↑4

@Shai Dorsai You are the perfect one to ask. My son graduates in three weeks from FT jackson he didn't have airborne school in his contract so he had to go back to meps to get qualified . Will he be asked during AIT? He got everything he asked for in his contract with that small hick up. 17 echo📡E3 with no college credits. 116 GT score . 🇺🇸🪂

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Matilda

1y↑2

The ‘tower’ during Tower week was practically the height of the very large tree my camp used as a flying fox support and starting area in primary school. (Australia) It really wasn’t that tall, and I get that many people are afraid of heights and 30 or so meters can feel like 1000 to them, but honestly it looked kind of fun. I don’t mind heights and adore high swings and flying foxes

Mark Anthony Henderson

I graduated Airborne school ten days before my fortieth birthday. My knee were hurting so bad, but I made it. Later I jumped often with the 82nd Airborne. Thank you Fear Factory!

tryinout1

2y↑1

Class of 1977. I see all in all it has not changed all that much, a couple new trainings. What the one said about it being so peaceful after jumping is spot on even more so on a night jump. AIRBORNE!!!

Richard Thompson

A few things have changed since I went through in 1970. But really not that much. One thing I wonder about is this video didn't show them going off the 250 foot tower during tower week. Do they still do that?
My favorite jump was a night jump, out of a huey at Fort Bragg, when I was in the special forces. Takes a lot longer for the chute to open, but is a very smooth opening.

pjdiver3

Did this in June 2000. Definitely the most fun I had in the Army.

jason archer

3y↑486

The place hasn't changed much in 20 years. Brings back a lot of memories. I graduated the week that they caught Sadam. My folks were happy, because they thought that meant the war was over. 3 or 4 weeks later, I was in Baghdad though.

White Mail Privilege

3y↑11

Cool story bro 😎

Archie

3y↑18

Thank you for your service man 🙏

sda123

3y↑7

Good ole weapons of mass destruction. I was there in 2007

jason archer

3y↑3

@sda123 I went back in '07 for deployment #3, with a nice fat stoploss.

Nicholas Way

3y↑1

The baracks there sure look a whole lot nicer though lol

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Marc Staley

2y↑2

The area I hated was the swing landing platform better known as the "slam dunk" when I was in Airborne school. It was worth earning the wings and getting assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division.

Timothy O Day

as a former instructor and knowledge of curved pin lock...I encourage the flying JMs about tracing a static line to the curved pin, ensuring that no strands are underneath that main curved pin protector flap. The fliers were really complacent about it. Was in the first few minutes of this vid! I did love my time there though!!

William Mason

I went through jump school in 83. Did not have 34 ft towers. We had 5he 250 ft towers... also the company names were not the typical phonetic names (Alpha;Bravo,Charlie,Delta or Echo). They were numbered. We used the T-10 parachutes.... Lots of fun memories.l.

fmita

2y↑4

It must be surreal to be a paratrooper in a time of true war. Like you’re just floating thru the air, something that should be peaceful like the jumpers are saying it is, but below you is nothing but carnage and destruction. The allied soldiers who jumped the night before D Day don’t get talked about enough, if they failed their mission D Day most likely would have ended in a German victory