That Rafale looked suspiciously like more of an "OH ****" moment than a flyby per se. That guy was really honking on the AOA . . .I think has some of the best caught on video and not all were made in USA (second to last almost tied the record).
I was actually gonna ask...
Was that a big no-no?
OPNAVINST 3710.7T Chapter 5 said:Flights of naval aircraft shall be conducted so that a minimum of annoyance is experienced by persons on the ground. It is not enough for the pilot to be satisfied that no person is actually endangered. Definite and particular effort shall be taken to fly in such a manner that individuals do not believe they or their property are endangered. The following specific restrictions apply in view of the particularly unfavorable effect of the fear, extreme annoyance, and damage that can be inflicted.
OPNAVINST 3710.7T Chapter 5 said:Flat hatting or any maneuvers conducted at low altitude and/or a high rate of speed for thrill purposes over land or water are prohibited.