Comments on: Special Ops Mission

By: The Cult

The Cult — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:58:52 +0000

Hamma : Only once in the first season that is correct

Yes he did, but he completed his primary objectives and the hostage didn’t get harmed. Died a Hero ( In-game )

By: Actually

Actually — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:54:33 +0000

@Richard None of those guys were Navy Seals or Force Recon. Some were RECON but not Force Recon. You should really pay close attention before shooting from hip. Also the show is just show casing the abilities. In a real OP he would NEVER go in alone. So if your argument is based off of him not carry lockpick or bolt cutters then you seriously are just arguing for arguing sakes.

By: David

David — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:01:04 +0000

Good job MIke for nailing Richard on his comment. He had no place to criticize The show and get his 2 Cents worth in.

By: JJ

JJ — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:46:48 +0000

@Richard
Richard,

Dont be a hater… Wil clearly has a lot of skill (anyone in the military can see this) and the show is entertaining… dont watch the show dumb a## and continue your military training/education… Call of Duty 3.

By: Dave

Dave — Wed, 12 May 2010 00:49:30 +0000

Nat Geo had a multi-part series on Pararescue training a couple years ago. Very intense and just unbelievable the high level of fitness and overall fortitude physically and mentally that these guys go through in this 2 year course.

One part of the series was covering airborne operations including dropping inflatable boats (motor included) and getting it inflated and operational in the water after the jump. Of course military freefall etc. was covered. Who was one of the main instructors during this? Yup, Wil Willis. The guy know his stuff and not only did it but taught it.

Sure they add drama and stuff to the show, because it’s entertainment, not a field manual. @Richard. Understand what you’re seeing here. Scripted TV for entertainment. Not malign Wil’s quals because of a TV show. What to see him as a Pararescue instructor. Go look at the Documentary “Rescue Warriors”. I think that should cover his resume.

“That others might live”

By: daddy

daddy — Tue, 04 May 2010 13:10:30 +0000

@Richard Have you ever served our armed forces? It's a show. I saw the episode in question. He explaned that he went to stand to to let his eyes adjust. It's morons like yourself that don't understand that it's just for entertainment, not real life.

By: John

John — Sun, 02 May 2010 21:41:07 +0000

Strictly speaking as a civilian, the show should be seen as ENTERTAINMENT first and foremost. Whether or not the Willis is a douchebag really has no bearing on that AT ALL. It’s apparent to me that he seems to know what he’s talking about regardless of his previous missions or where he was stationed. Absolutely none of the bull mentioned about him matters in the least.

If you don’t like Willis, don’t watch the show. I watch it because it’s fun to see all of the different tactics employed, and it is something I wish I could take part in myself. Period.

By: James

James — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:26:41 +0000

Civilian fan here. Hats off to anyone in the uniform, anyone willing to strive through those courses, and especially those who succeed. As a civilian all I can do is vote for politicians that support you, donate to military causes, and read or watch tales of your deeds. Its our servicemen that make me proud to be their countryman, and I hope I’m on their side when the 1860s repeat.

Love the show and hope to see more seasons. One question: given some of those firefights, as someone that [pathetic comparison] played paintball, do you ever overlook a hit, in the heat of combat? When you were on the side of the road taking fire from the pickup and the 2 guys on foot, I had to wonder. I suspect simunition travels at a much higher velocity than paint balls, but vegetation might still provide cover. If you strike them first, does “late” fire count?