Inside the World's Largest Aircraft Maintenance Facility

Today, I'm taking you inside the world's largest aircraft maintenance facility!

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Special thanks to the incredible team at Tinker AFB for hosting me!

Video Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:46 Inside the Facility
2:17 KC-135 Stratotanker
3:41 World's Largest Microscope
5:52 Fixing Aircraft with Virtual Reality
7:03 The B-52 Bomber
9:30 The Future

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[nickcase]

I can’t describe the level of safety I felt while deployed when a B-52 came on station. My grandfather flew B-52s in Vietnam. Seeing them in the Middle East always felt like a guardian angel above me.

[SwayneMartinPilot]

Another amazing video! What really got me is how many thrust levers they have for all those engines... WOW!

[loganyeck]

As a maintainer on the B-1B Lancer, I’ve always envisioned working in a facility like this after retirement. I don’t think I could get away from fixing jets if I tried.

[Sammy.]

It’s crazy the technology they put in these planes and how long one takes to build its awesome

[ryanmoeller]

My dad has worked in 3001 at Tinker AFB for over 30yrs with the KC-135!! Such an awesome place!! Keep up the GREAT work!! 👍👍

[trevorhudson]

I grew up in the military as a military brat, you see unbelievable fighting machines, for land, air and sea. America has some impressive machines to help secure our freedom and way of life. Thanks for all who serve.

[rhimiles]

Something everyone Sam interviews seems to have in common is great pride in their work. It's just nice to see.

[montemiller]

Thank you, Sam. In 1970 I guarded the KC 135 and the B 52 as a Security Policeman prior to shipping out to Vietnam and I enjoyed the same duty when I came home. I have always loved both aircraft and I am encouraging my grandson to consider applying for the AF Accademy during his junior year of high school this Fall. He watches your Programs, too. I really appreciate the programming you have been putting up for us. God Bless and say "Hi" to Swayn Martin!

[USMC]

Again another of your videos that takes me back! Spent 14 years on Tinker and been in bldg 3001 many times.

[karlenfields]

That is so impressive!!’ That’s my brother Karl Koch.. he’s literally the smartest person I’ve ever known.. super proud of what he does

[HansGyswyt]

Love your content, such wonderful production and videography skills as well. I’m an Air Force veteran, Air Traffic Controller, and retired from many years working for a defense contractor. I see so many things that used to be “Secret” and are now declassified. Anyway, your the best, and I also enjoy your partners productions as well. Keep it up, all the best…

[thehunterstruck]

Proud of Tinker. Several friends work there and love it. Nothing beats the sound of the E3

[aivc]

Great video as always! Loved the T-38 flying over the taxiing B-52, fantastic shot. Keep up the good work.

[SamEckholm]

Which aircraft would you like to see stick around long into the future?

[thatdavidsonguy]

Totally underrated (in terms of subs as we love this) channel! These films belong on Discovery Channel! Bravo to you and the team.

[charliehanna]

One of the tankers in this video was 1513, if that was the 59 model, I was the assistant crew chief on her when she became the very first fully equipped KC-135Q back in 1963.

[Mckinley-mick]

This video was extremely well done! Engaging and informative while displaying great visuals. Sam you are an absolute natural, I enjoyed your enthusiasm as you explored the topics, it made me interested too. Keep up the great work. 😁

[rileymcnair]

Great video!!! You should made another video specifically on the kc135, I think it would be really cool. Thanks!!

[wesleyhayley]

my brother was a crew chief on a BUFF from the mid 70s to the early 90s. we were stationed together back in 78-82. i had the joy of being able to go out with him to work on his bird (1016) back then most everything was handled there on base. my greatest thrill ever was getting to run up the engines on 1016. it was even wilder than being behind the wheel of a big block corvette. sadly we lost my brother 10 years ago. R.I.P. bro...

[edjarrett]

Great video on Oklahoma ALC. Been there many times as a tanker/safety expert. It’s a big organization, but it’s one of a kind. We used to farm out depot work to Birmingham, AL which could take 6-8 aircraft In depot maintenance. Facility was sadly shut down in late 80’s. The groundbreaking upkeep of aircraft 60-80 years old is amazing. Overengineered aircraft built with slide rules are still flying as the b1’s are being retired. What a contrast.