S16E02 Episode Discussion Thread – "Flights of Fantasy"
Posted by seanhemi@reddit | mythbusters | View on Reddit | 8 comments
Air Date: 25 July 2015
Trailer: Link
Full Episode: Link
Description: Adam and Jamie test two flight related myths.
Myths:
-
U-2 Flight: Is the Lockheed U-2 really harder to fly and land safely than any other plane currently in use? (Result: Plausible)
-
Deadly Drones: Can a drone's propellers injure a person? (Result: Plausible)
Aftershow: Link
Opinions? What did you think of this episode? Any complaints?
NoStrifeGames@reddit
Replying from 2026 watching this episode for the first time through HBO Max;
As a kid who grew up loving science, space, technology, and all things "nerdy," to being an adult still in love with all those things, this whole episode was just perfect, and I'm not ashamed to say I bawled like a little baby.
Adam Savage is one of my personal heroes, and someone I would love to meet, shake his hand, and just say "thank you for everything you've ever done in the name of science, and for inspiring this poor, nerdy kid from Calafornia to know more about our universe." Seeing him getting to live out what was undoubtedly a personal high point of his life, combined with the music, the camera shots, Adam's emotions, and just the complete package has cemented the episode in my heart as one of my favorite pieces of media. Ever.
Now excuse me while I go blow my nose and try to dry my drenched face.... 🥹😭
Star-K@reddit
Adam sounded a little choked up by the view from 70,000ft
DangermanAus@reddit
James May had a similar reaction:
http://youtu.be/kJoMDq4AyLc
cool_acid@reddit
Its the same pilot, even.
benjaminbartholomew@reddit
It isn't the same pilot.
"Cabby" took James up, and my father Major Bartholomew "Ultralord" took Adam up.
cool_acid@reddit
Is it your dad? That's awesome! What a great job. And he got to meet Adam. I'm so jealous, hahaha
benjaminbartholomew@reddit
Yes, my father new what a fan I was of Top Gear so he invited me to the squadron when Cabby took James up for his high flight, when James landed I got to meet him.
I've grilled burgers for Cabby on more than one Independence Day.
Minifig81@reddit
Your dad is a certified bad ass.