Today’s strip is an example of one of my (very) few complaints about this series: crossing the line into doing something outside the realm of reality, i.e., Snoopy turning into a helicopter and being able to fly. Still, this isn’t anywhere as bad as what the “Heathcliff” strip has devolved into. Now that Peter Gallagher has taken over that series, besides being poorly drawn and painfully unfunny (in my opinion), Heathcliff can do anything: drive a car, ride a motorcycle, fly a helicopter, etc. The early strips, done by George Gately, rarely had Heathcliff doing something a cat couldn’t do in reality. I guess it’s just one of my…pet peeves. Ahem. Sorry. Carry on.
There was actually a pull toy of the Snoopy-copter. You pulled it along the floor by a string and his ears would spin. Snoopy and Woodstock also did the copter thing in a TV special. The one where they bring the Little Red-Headed Girl on camera and Charlie Brown finally kisses her (Eventually Schulz reportedly regretted that one, even though he wrote it).
This reminds me of that Batman episode, when Batman uses a aerosol can of shark repellent to fend off the shark while dangling from a ladder below the Bat chopper.
Ok, old joke time: A man was stranded in his house during a flash flood. As the waters rose higher and higher, he was forced first to the upstairs level, and then finally on top of his roof.
A recuse team in a rowboat came by and told him to jump into the boat. He refused, saying, “God will rescue me!” A while later, a rescue helicopter came by and lowered a rope ladder to him. He waved them off, saying, “God will rescue me!”
The waters continued to rise, and the man drowned. When he got to heaven, he said, “God, I prayed to you…why didn’t you rescue me?”
A voice from out of heaven boomed, “I sent you a boat and a helicopter, what more do you want??”
One never knows when knowing a WW I flying ace will come in handy. Transitioning from a Sopwith Camel to a helicopter is so much easier if you already have flying experience.
I don’t know, have loved peanuts all my life but Snoopy turning into a helicopter is just a bit too much… sorry. But if his doghouse can fly I guess why not?
I fist read this single strip in the Charlie Brown encyclopedia. (the planes volume) Had no idea what the whole story was, till now. Was like over 35 years ago. This made my day!
JïllDérs(TOMGF) 5 months ago
This arc proves that snoopy is a professional pilot. No flight attendents needed
knutdl 5 months ago
Snoopy saves the day.
Yngvar Følling 5 months ago
I also notice how Linus takes it all in his stride. No surprise. No question. Just grab hold, as if this is something he is quite used to.
mccollunsky 5 months ago
I’m glad a flying beagle can support the weight of Linus there.
Uncle Kenny 5 months ago
And there go both of Truffle’s crushes, leaving without a thought for her.
Lucky Black Cat 5 months ago
Woodstock is watching for the Red Baron…
eced52 5 months ago
Wow, I’m impressed.
Jimmy Waffle-On 5 months ago
Today’s strip is an example of one of my (very) few complaints about this series: crossing the line into doing something outside the realm of reality, i.e., Snoopy turning into a helicopter and being able to fly. Still, this isn’t anywhere as bad as what the “Heathcliff” strip has devolved into. Now that Peter Gallagher has taken over that series, besides being poorly drawn and painfully unfunny (in my opinion), Heathcliff can do anything: drive a car, ride a motorcycle, fly a helicopter, etc. The early strips, done by George Gately, rarely had Heathcliff doing something a cat couldn’t do in reality. I guess it’s just one of my…pet peeves. Ahem. Sorry. Carry on.
orinoco womble 5 months ago
Getting a Steve Canyon vibe.
cracker65 5 months ago
Cartoon physics.
Donald Benson Premium Member 5 months ago
There was actually a pull toy of the Snoopy-copter. You pulled it along the floor by a string and his ears would spin. Snoopy and Woodstock also did the copter thing in a TV special. The one where they bring the Little Red-Headed Girl on camera and Charlie Brown finally kisses her (Eventually Schulz reportedly regretted that one, even though he wrote it).
jasonsnakelover 5 months ago
Where can I find a flying beagle? There are flying snakes.
KA7DRE Premium Member 5 months ago
Extraction Completed !
ScottMacAskill 5 months ago
“Get to the beagle”
ccsa_sa 5 months ago
Let’s see the Red Baron try THAT!
F-Flash 5 months ago
This reminds me of that Batman episode, when Batman uses a aerosol can of shark repellent to fend off the shark while dangling from a ladder below the Bat chopper.
imagenesis 5 months ago
Only in the Peanuts universe this is possible!
Count Olaf Premium Member 5 months ago
that’s it?
bigger Nate 5 months ago
I hope the Red Baron doesn’t show up
Frank Salem Premium Member 5 months ago
Stupid
Purple People Eater 5 months ago
Snoopy has a pretty strong tail
jagedlo 5 months ago
Nice job of piloting there, Woodstock!
Man of the Woods 5 months ago
Snoopy the Hero!!!
Decepticomic 5 months ago
Try not to think about losing your grip and plummeting to your death.
gantech 5 months ago
Ok, old joke time: A man was stranded in his house during a flash flood. As the waters rose higher and higher, he was forced first to the upstairs level, and then finally on top of his roof.
A recuse team in a rowboat came by and told him to jump into the boat. He refused, saying, “God will rescue me!” A while later, a rescue helicopter came by and lowered a rope ladder to him. He waved them off, saying, “God will rescue me!”
The waters continued to rise, and the man drowned. When he got to heaven, he said, “God, I prayed to you…why didn’t you rescue me?”
A voice from out of heaven boomed, “I sent you a boat and a helicopter, what more do you want??”
Barnabus Blackoak 5 months ago
should the school be called out for not taking a head count when they left? and why didn’t Sally just tell a teacher ?
charles9156 5 months ago
i can’t watch
bbosnjak Premium Member 5 months ago
Classic Snoopy and Woodstock!
sarahbowl1 Premium Member 5 months ago
Excellent
Charles & Susan Premium Member 5 months ago
Nice pickup Snoopy and Woodstock!
Ellis97 5 months ago
And once again, the day is saved! Thanks to, the Snoopy Copter!
SusieB 5 months ago
Is this when Peanuts “jumped the shark” ?
elbow macaroni 5 months ago
Keeping it real with Peanuts.
A.Ficionada 5 months ago
Awww :)
Can't Sleep 5 months ago
Snoopy’s not a beagle – He’s an airdale!
tommowle Premium Member 5 months ago
I see Peanuts / Lord of the Rings mashup potential. Here is the rescue after Linus drops his precious blanket into the volcano.
mrsalex 5 months ago
I hope his tail holds out.
mindjob 5 months ago
Mission accomplished! Now to start up the Sopwith Camel
markkahler52 5 months ago
This would be so cool animated!
Daltongang Premium Member 5 months ago
One never knows when knowing a WW I flying ace will come in handy. Transitioning from a Sopwith Camel to a helicopter is so much easier if you already have flying experience.
bwswolf 5 months ago
Great job Snoopy and Woodstock …… Hold on tight Linus …… :)
ST Joe River 5 months ago
Now this is what you can call REAL team work in action. Brought a great start to my day.
ladykat 5 months ago
Hang on, Linus!
Angry Indeed Premium Member 5 months ago
Linus! Hand’s off Snoopy’s joy stick!
Amra Leo 5 months ago
I stand (sit?) Corrected. Not a cable, but the tail…
[Unnamed Reader - 14b4ce] 5 months ago
A rope ladder would have saved Snoopy’s tail from becoming 6 feet long
ArtShapiro. 5 months ago
How does this differ from yesterday’s comic?
6foot6 5 months ago
Cartoon Physics as play here.
marktson 5 months ago
I don’t know, have loved peanuts all my life but Snoopy turning into a helicopter is just a bit too much… sorry. But if his doghouse can fly I guess why not?
John Jorgensen 5 months ago
The cartoon physics of this are a little unconvincing.
rjarchuleta 5 months ago
That’s awesome!
raybarb44 5 months ago
Nice save……..
a swino 5 months ago
I see Gerard Butler as Snoopy, Ali Wong as Woodstock and Nathan Fielder as Linus
Petemejia77 5 months ago
I fist read this single strip in the Charlie Brown encyclopedia. (the planes volume) Had no idea what the whole story was, till now. Was like over 35 years ago. This made my day!
AwelCruiz 5 months ago
Imagine if this was the first Peanuts comic you ever read.
Would you have any clue what was going on?
Timothy Madigan Premium Member 5 months ago
Linus didn’t have to grab on and lose Truffles. sliding down the roof into the snow at his age shouldn’t be an issue.
TheGreatestGarfield 5 months ago
Simply the beginning of his odyssey