Brandon Viets

Brandon Viets

captain United States

Brandon Viets is a fishing charter boat captain known for his quick thinking and bravery. On a seemingly ordinary day of recreational fishing with his crew and clients, he witnessed a Navy fighter jet crash into San Diego Bay after its pilots ejected. Without hesitation, Viets and his crew rushed to assist the parachuting pilots, successfully rescuing them from the water moments before the aircraft crashed. His actions not only showcased his commitment to helping others but also highlighted the unpredictable nature of life at sea, turning a routine fishing trip into a dramatic rescue operation.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
98,859
Power
4,086$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 9.00 0.02% +0% 331,002,651 59,192 $21,000,000 3,755$
Argentina 1 9.00 0.04% +0% 45,195,774 18,614 $450,000 185$
Colombia 1 9.00 0.04% +0% 50,882,884 21,052 $350,000 145$
Totals 3 427,081,309 98,858 $21,800,000 4,085$
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Recent Mentions

Colombia Colombia: Brandon Viets, the captain of the boat, indicated that he was on a fishing trip when he heard the unusual noise from the aircraft. 9

El Tiempo: Video| Así fue la impresionante caída de avión militar en el mar de EE. UU.; hay sobrevivientes

Argentina Argentina: Brandon Viets is the captain of the Premier who acted quickly to rescue the pilots. 9

Clarín: el dramático momento en el que un avión se estrella en la Bahía de San Diego

United States United States: Brandon Viets is a fishing charter boat captain who rescued two Navy pilots after their jet crashed into San Diego Bay. 9

Fox News: Boat captain who rescued Navy pilots from San Diego Bay after jet crash describes surreal moment