So... We Bought an Airport

I can't believe I'm able to post a video with this title... its unbelievable. Thank you guys so much, I would be nothing without the support of you all. I'm just getting started so buckle in for more!!!!

Dear lord please get all of that man's stories on film. He deserves his story to be heard by the masses. He's sharp as a tack. Unreal. Thank you for your service sir.

Talking to the navy pilot is the highlight of this video. The man is a living legend.

The fact that this channel embraces and respects the older generation is so valuable and what i look forward to seeing more of.

The Navy Pilot needs a full documentary on his life. That was the best segment ever of any of the videos. Real deal American hero on the property.

Commander Bradley E. Smith, U.S. Navy (retired). Silver star (2), Legion of Merit,Distinguished Flying Cross (2), Bronze Star (3). POW. A true American hero. Thank you Garrett for sharing your time with Brad and his story. Thank you CMDR Smith for your service !!!!

You got airconditioning in this obviously? Yes, it's called 10.000 feet. Priceless! 👌

Your brief interview with Commander Bradley E. Smith was one of the finest things I've watched on your channel, thank you Commander Smith for your service, you're a true American hero Sir. Cheers Cleetus for this wonderful reel. On a more sombre note there are 1,582 Americans still unaccounted for from the Vietnam war, according to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency.24 May 2023. Stay true to yourself every body...

Talking to Brad brought a tear to my eye, not only for his years of service, 7 YEARS of POW?!?! My Grandpa was an experimental pilot and passed away in March at 91 years old. I see his charm and friendliness in all these pilots. They’re a different breed for sure❤

I am looking forward to getting out there and adding some more green grass! Congratulations on the new place!!

The pilot's name is Bradley F. Smith (Commander O-5, USN).. He was in the news in the '70s as one of the last vets to endure harsh treatment, after which the North Vietnamese decided it wasn't effective.

Man, really enjoyed the impromptu interview with Commander Bradley Smith... it's amazing that you're going to be upgrading the airport for these fellas... show those guys some serious love!

Congratulations mate, that's the stuff of dreams.

Brad sat 7 years as a prison of war, fighting for our country and for our freedom. And now he’s part of the freedom airstrip. So much greatness!

One of the things you can do is call all your RC friends and call a RC day at the airport. That will get attention and bring some people curious about flying lessons, and get to know some local ppl.

Congratulations Cleetus on owning an airport! Very happy for you. My mom & dad are Army Veterans. Dad kept his pilot skills up flying out of Servia Indiana on a Grass Strip. After the owner past, kids sold the place and the runways plowed up. Dad moved his plane to Wabash. Roy, the owner and his family lived at the airport. Part of his home was the FBO. Building your home, at your airport reminded me of that part of my childhood. I have land lots in Florida around Cape Coral. One is near an airport and was thinking about building a Winter home there someday. If you decide to sell land for airport homes, maybe I'll sell Cape Coral lots and build at your airport. One of my daughters lives in Titusville and next time I fly down for a visit, maybe can stop over at your airport. Congratulations again and fly safe!

I appreciate that Garrett never once said “my airport”. It’s been the same with the shop, the track and others. It’s always WE and OUR. Dude is a team player. Gotta love it

Cleet you need to give that man free rent for the rest of his life. Vietnam vets were treated horribly when they came home. That man is a true hero.

It’s so awesome when you see people come together to do cool things and all have respect for one another. This is what this channel is all about. Love it

The growth of this channel is not surprising at all when you have someone as genuine and caring of a human as Cletus. He cares so much about his crew and they are like family and he has the upmost respect for his seniors and all around him! The world would be a million times better with more people like him around! Congratulations on the success brother!