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I Surprised My Employee By Flying Him To A Mountain | Coffee On A Mountain Ep 1
What happens when you take someone out of their comfort zone, place them on a remote mountaintop, and fuel them with caffeine? Let’s find out! In this adventure, I surprise my hardworking video editor, Josh, with an epic backcountry flying trip into the mountains of Alaska. We take off in my trusty PA18 super cub and experience the thrill of STOL (short takeoff and landing) as we land our bush plane on a secluded mountaintop.
Living in Alaska gives me the unique opportunity to explore some of the most beautiful and remote places on earth, something I never take for granted. Bush flying is more than just a mode of transportation - it’s a lifestyle. Whether I’m flying a Cessna, a Super Cub, or another bush plane, each trip is an adventure. From the thrill of STOL takeoffs and landings to the quiet moments spent enjoying a cup of coffee amidst the breathtaking Alaskan scenery, every flight is a story waiting to be told.
In this video, Josh and I chat about life, work, and everything in between while savoring a freshly brewed latte on the side of a mountain. We joke around, enjoy the stunning views, and reflect on the rare privilege of being able to access such remote and pristine wilderness. It’s moments like these that make bush flying in Alaska so special.
If you’re passionate about airplanes, flying, and the unique challenges and rewards of being a bush pilot, you’ll love this video. Whether you’re a fellow pilot, a flying vlogger, or just someone who enjoys watching aviation adventures, this video is packed with everything from STOL landings and takeoffs to the laid-back vibe of bush flying in the heart of Alaska.
00:00 Introduction
00:36 The Surprise
01:04 The Flight
02:42 The Coffee
06:47 The Mountain
09:51 The End
Living in Alaska gives me the unique opportunity to explore some of the most beautiful and remote places on earth, something I never take for granted. Bush flying is more than just a mode of transportation - it’s a lifestyle. Whether I’m flying a Cessna, a Super Cub, or another bush plane, each trip is an adventure. From the thrill of STOL takeoffs and landings to the quiet moments spent enjoying a cup of coffee amidst the breathtaking Alaskan scenery, every flight is a story waiting to be told.
In this video, Josh and I chat about life, work, and everything in between while savoring a freshly brewed latte on the side of a mountain. We joke around, enjoy the stunning views, and reflect on the rare privilege of being able to access such remote and pristine wilderness. It’s moments like these that make bush flying in Alaska so special.
If you’re passionate about airplanes, flying, and the unique challenges and rewards of being a bush pilot, you’ll love this video. Whether you’re a fellow pilot, a flying vlogger, or just someone who enjoys watching aviation adventures, this video is packed with everything from STOL landings and takeoffs to the laid-back vibe of bush flying in the heart of Alaska.
00:00 Introduction
00:36 The Surprise
01:04 The Flight
02:42 The Coffee
06:47 The Mountain
09:51 The End
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Wisdom from 95-Year-Old Alaska Bush Pilot | Ron Hayes Interview
zhlédnutí 31KPřed 28 dny
🛫 Support Our Channel : Visit [Sport Aircraft Seats](sportaircraftseats.com) for custom aircraft seat upholstery kits. Perfect for enhancing your flying experience! Today, we sit down with Ron Hayes, a 95-year-old Alaska bush pilot with nearly 70 years of flying experience. In this episode, Ron shares his incredible stories and invaluable knowledge about bush flying in Alaska. From guiding pola...
Flying Over Gross: Why is it dangerous?
zhlédnutí 1KPřed měsícem
In this episode of Coffee and a Hanger, we dive into the thrilling world of bush flying and the intricacies of aircraft weight and balance. Join us as our guest, Kirk Ellis, an experienced pilot, recounts a hair-raising tale of pushing a plane to its limits and the crucial lessons learned about gross weight and center of gravity (CG). Key Topics Covered: The importance of understanding gross we...
Interview: Alaska Bush Pilot Will Johnson
zhlédnutí 6KPřed měsícem
Welcome to the Coffee and a Hanger podcast! In this episode, we have the incredible Will Johnson, who left a stable engineering job at Westinghouse Corporation in the 1980s to become a bush pilot in Alaska. Will shares thrilling stories from his time flying over the vast Alaskan wilderness, including a daring rescue mission in the Bering Sea. Will talks about his early days as a green pilot, le...
How Old Timer Bush Pilots built the First Strips!
zhlédnutí 2,8KPřed 2 měsíci
In this episode, we dive into the thrilling experiences of landing on steep hills and the process of establishing new airstrips. Our guest shares a captivating story of landing on the bottom side of a steep hill, managing to stop within 50 feet with little tires on a tiny spot. This is a must-watch for enthusiasts of aviation, bush flying, and STOL landing techniques. Highlights: Establishing N...
He’s lucky to be Alive - Mid Air Collision With Helicopter!!
zhlédnutí 755Před 2 měsíci
In this captivating episode, we dive into a heart-stopping midair collision story with our guest pilot. From narrowly avoiding disaster to dealing with emotional challenges, this episode takes you through the highs and lows of an unforgettable flying experience in the wilds of Alaska. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast, a bush pilot, or someone fascinated by real-life airplane crash videos, ...
Bush Flying Secrets From Kirk Ellis | Why It's Important To Know Your Area
zhlédnutí 1,5KPřed 2 měsíci
In this episode of the Coffee and a Hanger podcast, we dive deep into the world of bush flying! 🛩️ Our guest shares invaluable insights on navigating the unpredictable Alaskan weather, the art of landing on rugged airstrips, and the importance of knowing your aircraft and environment inside out. Whether you're interested in becoming a pilot or enhancing your skills in bush flying Alaska, this e...
From Plane Crashes To Bear Attacks - Rob Carleson's Story
zhlédnutí 16KPřed 2 měsíci
Join us for an extraordinary episode as we delve into the life of Rob Carlson, who at six years old, was dropped off in the remote Alaska Range foothills in 1956. Left under the care of his pioneering step-grandmother, Rob spent the next nine years learning the true meaning of hard work and survival in the Alaskan wilderness. Rob's upbringing unfolds with tales of bush planes, daring pilots, an...
Pattern Consistency - Is it actually needed Off-Airport?
zhlédnutí 1,2KPřed 2 měsíci
Join us for an in-depth discussion on mastering off-airport flying techniques and safety procedures for tricycle gear airplanes. In this episode of the Coffee and a Hangar podcast, we explore essential practices such as soft field takeoffs, flying square patterns, and executing precise landings. Discover why these foundational skills are crucial for ensuring safety and success, whether you're a...
Crashes & Close Calls: Tales from Kirk Ellis 40 plus years of bush flying
zhlédnutí 12KPřed 3 měsíci
In this video, Kirk Ellis portrays growing up in the remote wilderness of Nabesna Alaska. He describes what challenges followed that lifestyle, and the benefits that bush aviation allowed his family. He recounts stories of recovering wrecked airplanes, and flying them to civilization. He describes the challenges of flying in the terrain he grew up in. He contrasts what past vs present off-airpo...
From combat to cockpit: Veteran builds the ultimate freedom machine.
zhlédnutí 10KPřed 3 měsíci
Junior Daniel is the builder of the 2024 Alaska Airmen's raffle plane. In this video he shares his story of how he became an aircraft builder and a bush pilot and how his time in the military shaped his perspective of flying and the freedom it provides. This plane is an experimental super cub built primarily with Javron components. This aircraft will be given away at the upcoming Great Alaska A...
Aviation Safety Myths: Bush Pilot Mindset with Matt Keller
zhlédnutí 17KPřed 5 měsíci
In this video Matt Keller with Blue Ice Aviation provides valuable information for how to transition to Mountain flying. He provides unique scenarios, and lessons, which demonstrate how to adapt to the unexpected conditions that bush Alaska will throw your way. Matt also recounts memories of his past, such as flying with his father in law, legendary bush pilot Mike Meekin. Matt also unveils an ...
2024 Alaska Airman's Raffle Plane | Build Update!
zhlédnutí 10KPřed 6 měsíci
Tickets: alaskaairmen.org/raffle/ Danchini: danchiniaero.com/ Seats: sportaircraftseats.com/pages/custom-aircraft-seats In this video, the owner of Danchini Aero discusses the 2024 Alaska Airmen's raffle plane. This plane is an experimental super cub built primarily with Javron components. This aircraft will be given away at the upcoming Great Alaska Aviation Gathering in May. You can buy ticke...
Interview: Alaska Bush Pilot Steve Williams
zhlédnutí 28KPřed 6 měsíci
Interview: Alaska Bush Pilot Steve Williams
Cessna 180 Alaska Showcase | SUV Of The Sky
zhlédnutí 19KPřed 6 měsíci
Cessna 180 Alaska Showcase | SUV Of The Sky
Super Cub Walkaround | Flying In Alaska Backcountry With Acme Cub Training
zhlédnutí 24KPřed 7 měsíci
Super Cub Walkaround | Flying In Alaska Backcountry With Acme Cub Training
Stretched Pacer - The Original Four Place Cub?
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Stretched Pacer - The Original Four Place Cub?
I've had a low opinion of Ron Hayes for 53 years; but of course I forgive him now. On Sept 9, 1971 I flew my Aeronca Champ w/ 85 hp continental down to the Gerstle River. I intended to go sheep hunting, solo. I wasn't very experienced and only 20 y.o. I saw sheep on the adjacent mountains, so I looked for a place to land. I saw a flat gravel bar and could see the vague outline of airplane tracks, so I lined up and attempted to land. I overshot the end of the gravel bar and ended up below the landing surface in small alders and big rocks and boulders. I luckily had landed upstream or otherwise I would have gone into the river! I wasn't sure what I was going to do because even with full power the airplane wouldn't move an inch in the bigger boulders and rocks. Ron Hayes flew over me, turned and landed and he walked down to where I was standing by my plane. "What are you doing here?" I explained I was going sheep hunting but overshot the runway. He told me it was a private strip- but I told him I knew this was public land and not private (a gravel bar along the side of the Gerstle River). He said it was his strip and to not use it. Then he said if I leave the plane there, tied down, I might find sugar in my fuel tank. I told him I would shoot anybody who put sugar in my fuel. The last thing Ron said was "Tie your plane down real good because 70 mph winds come up during the night!". He turned and walked off, got in his plane and left me there stranded with my plane in the bushes below the strip. Ron's supercub had a green "greenhouse" over the cockpit and I was in awe of his plane. I managed to get my plane back up on the gravel bar by rolling rocks out of the way, cutting brush with a small saw, and using the power of the empennage as a long lever with lots of muscle. I gradually walked it up the slope back onto the gravel bar taking several hours. I rested a bit, and flew back home to Phillips Field in Fairbanks glad to be able to get out of there. But I always felt Ron Hayes should have helped me get out of my pickle but I did feel pretty proud that I figured it out myself. I no longer hold a grudge against Ron Hayes!
Which Bern helmet is that?
Williwa. A local downslope wind best identified by a texture on the water known as “black water”, or by blowing snow. From Wikipedia: “In meteorology, a williwaw (archaic spelling williwau[1]) is a sudden blast of wind descending from a mountainous coast to the sea. The word is of unknown origin, but was earliest used by British seamen in the 19th century. The usage appears for winds found in the Strait of Magellan, the Aleutian Islands and the coastal fjords of the Alaskan Panhandle, where the terms outflow wind and squamish wind are also used for the same phenomenon. On Greenland the word piteraq is used.” “The williwaw results from the descent of cold, dense air from coastal mountains in high latitudes. Thus the williwaw is considered a type of katabatic wind.”
Good Lord these are so damn good!!
Yup, Mr. Affraid of heights <--- is back for another badass podcast!
Welcome back. We are happy to have you
Fukushima water is doing a number on Alaska it's horrible....
Good video, nothing like beautiful scenery and strong coffee...
sounds like paradise hard work but worth it!
Steve is great!! Always love flying with him, always learn something.
Great interview and content, i love to hunt and have been in Hunting in Alaska several times and when you can reach out to a Owner Guide Named Sam Fiejies Names Fejes Guide Services LTD from Cordova Alaska, he’s flown me into some interesting paces to hunt Moose and Mountain Goats, you would get a great interview with over 35 years of home as a guide outfitter flying his Super cubs and Beavers. We landed on a glacier with my wife and it was a Beautiful experience. Keep up the great content and mush success with your seat cove business. I have been a helicopter pilot for 24 years and got my fixed wing 4 years ago and decided to but a carbon Cub and love to fly it. Thanks Maurice Cayon
The career this dude had is the ultimate adventure... good uninterupted interview , thanks, plus he had to please high end clients...
What is that flight helmet?
This was lovely and relaxing
Learn what a “wilawah” … IS…You understand it incorrectly….!
Sounds like you need to enlighten us
Let him cook
Requesting your opinion Mr. Hayes: if a person obtained their CPL and float rating, do you think it is realistically possible to fly the bush as a commercial pilot at a more advanced age of 60-65 years old, and beyond? (This, of course, being able to keeping their FAA medical valid).
I don’t think Ron reads these comments.
How do we get one?
That is awesome😅
"CZcamsrs In Cubs Getting Coffee" LOVE this!! You've earned a new subscriber!! 😄
Awesome. Thanks. Glad you like the idea
Bigger surprise would be to leave him there.
Believe I thought about it.
I woke up at 4am and started scrolling through YT. I'm not a pilot, actually kinda scared of heights. Not an Alaskan or bush dude, just the average joe with absolutely no interest in aviation. TBH I have no idea how and the hell I ended up watching... this entire video.. but man am I glad I did. I was hooked from the start to the finish. What an amazing life and stories this man has. So happy I ended up here and watching this..
That’s amazing. Thanks for commenting
Agree, this is really interesting!!
What a fun day!!
"I don't know how to tell you this, but I'm sort of a big deal." That was a great video, boys. When can I go?
Great video. Beautiful place!
Beautiful spot! I need to go find that one!
I won't get that 10 minutes back.
You shoulda brought that squirrel back and made him your company mascot. Help with troop moral
For real 🤣😂
Super cool! What a great experience.
I want to work there! I will come with my own cub even. Are those Bern rafting helmets?
Sounds like a plan. You’ll need to create your own position and as long as it brings in profit for the company greater than your pay you will stay hired. The helmets are bern helmets retrofitted with Bose a20s
Very cool. What a way to spend a few hours! Nice Super Cub too...you should do a feature video on it.
Loved this guys! So funny and fresh. Want to take me for a ride some time?
Yes. You have to come to my place though. All the cool spots I know are up here
This is awesome!
Good stuff Dude!
Hilarious! I love the banter 🤣
Amazing video. Thanks for sharing. Keep the content coming for us poor saps in the lower 48. Tell me about the helmets, I can’t seem to find Bern in the aviation style. Did you modify them?
I retro fitted the bern helmets to accept the Bose A20. The problem is with the newer bern helmets this is not possible
@@AirplanesInTheWildwhich model have you adapted?
Wow! I love how handsome, talented, funny, and intelligent this guest is!
Let me say, right up front. GREAT EDITING DUDE!
Well now you know who did it. 🤗😄
You learn something every time you fly. Sometimes a little thing about yourself too. A supercub becomes your buddy.
There will never be another Ron Hayes in this world. If his name doesn't mean anything to you then you aren't much of an Alaskan single engine pilot, big game hunter or adventurer. He looks and reflects like a man in his mid 70s.
Anyone know what LED light that is mounted on the main landing gear? It looks awesome!
That's right when I lost cylinder on the engine over the flamingo Bay I didn't touch the power everything was still running you start changing Powers most likely going to die😅
I could talk to this guy all day the slowest I ever got was 45 knots on a 172 XP with a Horton stall kit😅
Nice Will, met you at the shooting strip in the AM last week.....
Your mom pulled a joe dirt move on you.
Those 3 Rangers were lucky to make it out.
Ron Hayes That Name is special I remember my year of flying Bristol Bay 1990 to 2003 as a Beaver Pilot Guide A&P Flight instructor my best job was with Bill Simms 5 years working for Bill was Great.
I’m only 5:18 into this but maybe a word of advice? (I have just over 1800 interview format news and commentary programs under my belt as a Producer. And occasional Cohost. Somewhere around 7000 hours.) Right away I’m cautioning the Host: if you want to exude tremendous personality and be the focus of the airtime make yourself available for guest appearances on other platforms that serve similar subject matter. When you bring in a guest, especially a guest with the bonafides of this gentleman, it is ALL about your guest. This includes having interesting and multifaceted questions ready. Tailoring at least 15% of those questions to whatever the guest is currently working on, 5% of the conversation is devoted to helping them promote whatever their quid pro quo is (for agreeing to do the show: new book, conference, seminar, classes, movie) And perhaps most importantly, write it on a Post It, off-camera: do not interrupt your guest. After they speak do a 2-count. Or even a 3-count. Then speak. I had to learn this stuff too and I felt bruised when an old school media veteran shared it with me. Even got beat up in comments. Because many of us start as guests. Hosting is the exact opposite. I’m gonna hang with this, it looks interesting and wish you the best moving forward. 👍🏼
Thanks. All great advice. Sometimes I cringe when I watch these. This was the 3rd “interview” I had done ever. Most of my guests have nothing they would like to promote. Most are retired with the exception of this gentleman. Any ideas of how to add value for guests that do not really want publicity?
An old, bold pilot 😎 🎉
That’s hilarious and somewhat true. Bold but calculated
Hunting bears from an airplane is hardly a sport.
An airplane was the only way to access the regions where they were hunting. Also I don’t think they ever hunted from an airplane. In the early days they hunted wolves from airplanes but that was aimed at predator control to help the moose and caribou populations.
So they graded you on your landing like an LSO on an aircraft carrier.