Jet fighter pilots

Jet fighter pilots and race car drivers have more in common than you might think. Both strap into their machines trusting that the mechanics did their jobs and that every piece of equipment will do his so that they may perform the task at hand and safely return to their loved ones.I guess that if asked a great deal of drivers would admit that they would have liked to become jet fighter pilots.. had they been better students in school.

Personally I believe there exists a strong relationship between the two, for each time I see a picture of Jose "Fuji" Ramos I find myself wishing I was up there. Jose is notorious for taking fantastic shots, often times from the backseat of a Navy aggressor jet. He has a keen eye for beauty as you can see from these pictures, often pulling many Gs while waiting for just the right moment.

For more on this great photographer click here to visit the article "Jose "Fuji" Ramos is a photographer whose studio is an F-5 Tiger".

Of course, the main difference between the two is that while we put our lives on the line for the entertainment of others, these fine men and women put their's for our liberty, freedom.... and the pursuit of speed. We salute all of those who serve their nations around the world.

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Source: Foxtrot Alpha for Jalopnik
Photo credit: Jose "Fuji" Ramos/ Ramos Aviation Photography

Driving the Eau Rouge sideways in a 911

To all of you amateur drivers out there who wish they could drive a race car at Spa, this may be as close as you are ever gonna get!

Imagine chasing a couple of cars through the Eau Rogue (one of the most humbling corners in the world), only lifting in time to catch a four-wheel drift before it turned violent, and then standing on the gas pedal going up the hill with loads of counter steer at the crest. Or blowing bye an E-type while on the grass and with T.W.O. Hey, PCC guys, don't get any ideas.

This very talented driver is Pascal Pandelaar, and even though the footage is a bit old, it still proves my point that one must always follow your dreams. Although an amateur driver, I believe most F1 drivers would give Pascal a nod for his mastery of under steer and wild driving style. Kimi for sure!



The video above was taken at the famous Circuit de Spa, in Belgium, with Pascal Pandelaar (co-driver) at the wheel of a race prepped SWB 1964 Porsche 911. "You have to deal with constant 4 wheel slides to be quick", Pascal on driving the 1964 Porsche.

One of the best amateur racing videos seen in a long time. Thanks to Jalopnik and Reddit for this great find. Thanks for reading.

Source: Jalopnik, Reddit.