I LOVE BEING A PILOT! | Thunderstorms, ice & the ROCKY MOUNTAINS! (Full Flight) | Pilot Vlog #6
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- čas přidán 10. 09. 2021
- This is what it is like being a pilot flying private clients all over Western North America in a Cessna 425 Conquest Turboprop! Over the last 16 years as a pilot, I have been enlightened to some of the bigger reasons as to why aviation is an ever growing passion! It's not the destination that matters... but rather the journey and the experience you stand to gain from the challenges put forth by mother nature, physics, mechanics, and our desire to always be learning more. On this short flight, we zig zagged around storms, battled moderate icing conditions, and flew the gantlet through the rocky mountains to make a safe landing at Penticton Airport (CYYF) near Kelowna. With a few days at my disposal, I was able to do some fishing in the Okanagan Valley, and meet some incredible new friends... one of which was my copilot (6 years old!!!) All of this in a few days of "work" reminded me of the following bigger picture lessons as a pilot:
1. The unforeseen challenges of flying in the Rocky Mountains are truly humbling. A constant reminder that every flight has more to learn than we can possibly soak in at once, and a simple rain cloud demands more respect than we often give.
2. Every flight offers a unique opportunity to turn a simple trip into a glorious adventure that a lot of us pilots simply take for granted.
3. Lastly, the importance of taking the time to share your passion with someone who is eager to learn and carry forth the knowledge and experience and stories....that have accumulated from
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Fantastic video! Really love the commentary and overlays with it!
Thank you sir!! :) I appreciate it a lot!!
Love that you let the little guy ride up front like that. My 10 year old is obsessed with aviation, that would have blown his mind.😊
Great video. Appreciate your narration of your procedures throughout the flight. Thanks for taking the time to post these videos.
Thanks a lot! Im a small channel right now so it means a lot that someone really enjoys them! :) happy flying!
Hi Evan, really great video! I love aviation channels, I've never seen yours but wad glad it popped up in my feed and I like how you explain things as you go along, I only fly in flight Sims, and really like using the GTN 750! Love the fishing (off gravel roads 😆) videos were VERY well done! So new subscriber here looking forward to more from you. One thing about flying that is scary is the ice as you mentioned!! Especially seeing that the deicing boots didn't do the trick that last time!!! Glad all went well and what a beautiful plane to be flying!!! Stay safe and congrats man you're living the dream!
PS: Than landing was so smooth I doubt your passengers could even tell you were on the ground!
Thanks a lot don! I really appreciate it and glad you liked it! Small little CZcams channel here but trying to get more videos done! I started flying because of the early flight sim 2000 back when I was 14. One thing led to another… haha but flight sim is probably one of my most recommended tools for practicing when not in the sky, even from home!
Thank you for producing this amazing video
What a dad you are awesome
Haha when people bring their kids on board, I immediately go into entertainment mode haha
absolutely awesome!❤
Just stumbled upon this channel yesterday and subscribed immediately, fantastic commentary!
Haha thanks a lot!! It’s fans like you that make the flying worth while in the end. It’s also amazing too since I started the channel all the really young aspiring pilots 14 years old that are interested in aviation. Such a cool community on here. So thanks a lot man!
Awesome flight brother, thanks for sharing your adventures
Hi Evan, thank you for sharing your love of flying and fishing. Fantastic mate, you are an encourager! We live in Canberra, Australia and have had the very great pleasure of holidaying in Alberta, Vancouver and Victoria. Driving from Calgary to Vancouver we visited "the Beach" at Kelowna so can relate to your beautiful country. Please keep your videos coming :)
Hello from canada! Haha thanks so much for the support! Colleen if you want to keep in touch on Insta, shoot me a message! If we’re ever in the same territory!!!
@1:35 & 17:00 I subscribed for life. Keep up the good fight brother
haha thanks a lot! haha this comment made my day. Cheers brother!
Good for you!!
My Dad started me at 5.
Thanks! Yeah that’s fascinating! I never thought I’d be a pilot until my dad dropped his old flight training books in front of me as a kid. He soloed and then got too busy with work to finish. And here we are today! :)
Great videos! The sound of a turbine engine never does get old!
Thanks!! :) haha nope it is serenity haha
Those clouds are beautiful! Awesome
Aren’t they! It’s addictive
Gotta love inspiring future aviators!
Haha honestly it was so fun having a kiddo up front that was so excited!
The coolest thing about this is that he know how to
Lol!
Awesome video! Please don’t get discouraged by the daunting task of growing the channel, just do what you love and success will come :)
Thanks Thomas! Means a lot! And the encouragement is greatly appreciated! If I get to 10k subs I’ll be doing a special giveaway as a thanks to everyone for the support. It’s been such a cool community, eclectically all the young pilots eager to learn. Reminds me of when I started flying. And then some of the older pilots that send messages. Such a cool community of Aviation fanatics out there!! Thanks Thomas!!
@@EvanLuft
On that note! I’m a 24 year old commercial multi pilot (got my multi rating earlier this month!). Got any need for a copilot/part time pilot? Ive always loved the 425, all the charm of the 421, but with PT6 reliability! Cheers, Thomas
This should be a fishin’ and flying show… great editing bro!!
We need a show together broski. Haha
Just subbed… loved the video! I’m looking at attending school for aviation after high school. Really motivational stuff man!
Thanks Elijah! I appreciate it
Love it!
Thanks so much!! :) :)
Oh man…. I did one of my first navigation solos back in 1998 when I was working towards my PPL out of CYYC. I think the solo flight was CYYC- Beisiker - Red Deer and back! 25 years later and all my kids have flown with me.! What you’re doing with the boy there is amazing! ❤❤❤
That’s amazing!!!! I did my training out at beisiker too!! Thanks!!! I love having younger kids on the airplane as they are so curious haha
Man your videos are awesome 😎 keep it up
Thanks a lot man!!
Epic approach. Thanks.
Thanks! I appreciate it!
You are living life! Good video! 👌
Thanks! It’s a good gig!
Geez, what a swell 'co-pilot'.
Just full of wonder; without the fear.
awesome as always. thank you :)
Thanks a lot!! :)
What a great job
Ciao Evan, I have been on the fence for many years on getting my PPL.... seems I've been pushed over the ledge .... Searching for flight training as we speak! It was fantastic to see your young co pilot by your side... I have 2 and want them to have similar experiences.....Thanks and keep up the great work!
That’s great to hear and thanks so much!! It means a lot!! Inspiring the next generation is always the goal!!
Can’t wait till I have mines 🙏🏿🛩💯
Yes!
Great video!!!! Beautiful place!!! 👏👏
Thanks a lot! :) :)
Dude ur vids are insane
Thanks Alex!! Haha :)
First time on your channel thanks for sharing your trip and that cool looking bird.
Thanks a lot!! :) :)
Great video one part got me thinking when you said people forget the landing gear I was like really lol
Thanks man!!! :) and yes people do forget the landing gear. I’ve seen it myself !
Some of the best turboprop connect out there! Subbed :)
Man that means so much :) thanks!!! :)
@@EvanLuft of course man! :) I have a huge love for the 425 and 441 cessna turboprops. The 441 conquest is my favorite to fly on the FSX. Hav emote of my hours in the 441. I’m hoping to get my PPL soon so this is great motivation!! :)
Hey well if you need any advice! I can help! :) where are you located?
love the narration!
Haha thanks so much!
Cutest co-pilot ever!!
Haha I know right!!!!!
Great first officer.....
Great video regards from nyc just like the song hunting fishing loving everyday
Haha hello friend from nyc! Thanks a lot! They take quite a bit of time to put together but I’m slowely getting a system down now haha! Fishing and hunting… not a bad combo. + airplane haha
Legend
No legend here. Just a stick jockey playing with his thrust levers haha. Miss ya buddy. We need to get together somehow…
Evan I’ll fly with you anytime in the most Favorite Twin Turbo Prop aircraft and I love to fly the Conquest
Hey Bernard! It is a great airplane and that would be awesome! Where are you located?
Wow! I’m in love with your videos lol! I’ve been an aviation nut my whole life, but now at the age of 44 I’m ready to actually do something for my future and well….be a pilot. I want to fly heavy’s but since I’m old, I’ll likely work my way up to cooperate. I think I can love a Gulfstream as much as a 777 🤣 what bird are you flying here?
Thanks so much!! Means a lot! Also… YOU ARE NOT OLD AT 44! That’s rediculous. I know friends that started training in their 40s and have now flown all over the world corporately flying charter work or medivac! Feel free to message me on Insta and I can answer any questions I’m you have! It’s awesome to meet other aviation nuts! Haha
"Landing gear is required on every single landing". Got that written down. I'm ready to enroll the flight school now. :D
Hahaha most important rule. If you forget though, from what I’ve heard it’s a very smooth landing… but accompanied by a horrific scraping sound hahah
This is my first time on your channel and I’m looking forward to getting to know your Aircraft as well flying along side you
Thanks Bernard me too!!! :) :)
Thanks for sharing
:) thanks for watching! :) it’s cool being able to share these flying experiences!
Just stumbled across this video and it's some really good content! New sub. Is that the battery you disconnected near the end? is it something you do after every flight, is there no master?
Thanks so much! Really appreciate it! And yes it is. If I’m leaving an airplane overnight I’ll usually disconnect the battery and/or at least pull the emergency bus circuit breaker in case someone led a light on I didn’t notice haha
Great video👍 like the co-pilot
Haha thank you sir!
WOW! amazing video i would have thought that you would have millions of followers but i was mistaken.
Haha thanks!! It means a lot! I’m trying to grow this channel. Have a lot more videos to come! :) :)
Cool beachcraft
Soft touchdown, both the tires and the bug.
Haha I go soft every time 20% of the time haha
"Shouldn't expect excellent climb performance... maybe 1700fpm at 150kts"
Cries in 172...
Haha I was in a 172 the other day… I feel ya! Hahaha
❤🎉
Oh man, you and Trent Palmer should set up a Fishing/Flying trip! Would be an awesome collab
He is my idol actually! Id love that haha
@@EvanLuft haha same! We gotta make this happen!
Love your video & narration. Especially flying in my own province, BC. I got my PPL 50 yrs ago, but sadly let it lapse after a few years. Thinking of doing it again at 66. Or is it too late?
Thanks a lot! Means a lot! Where in BC?! And no it isn't too late to renew, youve probably got more flying experience than I've got having had a license for 50 years! :) I flew with a fellow not long ago that was 75 :)
Home is in Bowser, and we have a rec. property on Nicola Lake. May need to get my float endorsement! I was 19 when I stopped flying (expensive hobby for a teenager!) so lots of catching up to do.
No I'm the same age and plan to climb back into the cockpit
Man, I am new at this channels.
And saw just two of your lands.
If can I ask,
why you land with a lot of engine rolling, you never touch in idle?
Thanks Evan
Thank you! :)
that 6 year old so cute
He was a fun fella to have along for the trip!
Mint... More videos though!
Haha thanks! I’m trying! The content is faster than my editing skills hahah
That was always my dream job. But life decided that i took a different route. Maybe one day ill own an ultra light
Ultralights are so much fun too. Learned to paraglide last summer!!
I’m trying to narrow down plane selection to fly from the prairies to Penticton instead of driving. I have been told to steer clear of a single engine piston for that. What are your thoughts? I definitely need a good useful load and likely a turbo to help with DA issues. Do you think a twin fits the bill better than a single?
Hey! sorry for the late reply! Where are you based?? I dare not enter into the debate between twin and single engine aircraft as that can get very feisty depending which side of the fence you lay on haha... however I'll give you my honest opinion! :)
When flying over the mountains (as you will be doing), especially in Canada where there is ice, storms, and changing weather every 5 minutes... you want reliability and/or redundancy. I personally like the twin idea because having two stoves in the event one goes silent, could save your life if you are somewhere over the rockies and IFR (that is ONLY if you are competent on twins... otherwise twins can be deadlier!). Turbine/turboprop is great for the colder weather and the reliability. If you can afford a single engine turboprop, then there are a few great options but they are costly. TBM, Pilatus, Piper Meridian are more expensive single turboprops but are great airplanes for this... also they're pressurized. If you want to goo less expensive, the Piper converted Jetprop might be an idea (piper malibu converted to a turboprop).
As far as twins go, you want something that has good sinbgle engine climb performance. I am biased to the turboprops because that is what I fly. The airplane I fly can be purchased for bargain prices as far as twin turboprops go, but operating costs are around 1,800 to 2k/hr all in. If you can afford the twin turboprop there are some options but I am most familiar with the ones I have experience flying such as the Conquest. I feel very safe in the Conquest... 2 turbines, great redundant avionics that are modern and up to date, full de ice, great climb performance, pressurized, etc etc etc.
For a piston twin, you cant beat a good piper seneca. II, III, IV, or the latest V model of senecas are great airplanes and are still popular today. they have great payload capabilities (load up with 4 pax and some light bags and a decent amount of fuel) and there are an abundance of parts as they are still well supported airplanes. Get competent on flyng a seneca like some of the owners I know and you WILL love this airplane hands down. I feel comfy sitting in the back of a seneca in IFR icing conditions if the right pilot is at the helm!
I hope this helps. If you want to ask more just shoot me a message on my other social media!
I purchased a 340A for those reasons - as a 1000 hour single engine pilot with lots of IFR I felt comfortable moving up. Insurance wouldn’t have let me get into a Conquest - but with sufficient hours on the 340A I will be able to move up. I’ve also made some videos on my adventures inspired by Evan!
Just stumbled onto your channel, I love fishing! Really want to get my pilots license, are you a commercial pilot?
Bro you got my dream job! Flying sweet turboprops and fly fishing… where do I sign up!?😂
haha thanks man! Well honestly... we need more pilots to do this kind of work. You'd be surprised how most pilots skip over this type of flying and go straight to airlines! haha missing out on the adventure part!
@@EvanLuft hey evan. I'm looking to find a career in aviation after finishing my commercial pilot lisence. I've heard of a few good ones after completing my lisence, such as a pilot instructor or a charter pilot. What do you recommend or what career pathway did you take after obtaining your lisence?
Just signed up for my discovery flight
Congratulations Sean! Enjoy every moment of it and don’t be afraid to ask lots of questions and take control of the wheel! :)
Great content! What gopro are you using for the headcam?
8. its pretty good. They still have issues with batteries and are sometimes a bit glitchy. lol
@@EvanLuft Ah ok, thanks!
No probes!
7:23 do all charts have different entry points for approaches?
Could you share your GoPro footage settings, lens, resolution, fps, etc. would be greatly appreciated!
Hello! Sorry for the late reply. Yes I am using 30fps, 4k, wide setting. Everything else on Auto. Sometimes I'll lower the max ISO so that I can preserve quality at lower light. Boosting cockpit lights also helps give a crisp image when taking footage at night in the cockpit.
4:33 what prop lever was armed? & why?
Ehrenmann
:) :)
14:31
A tinge of jealousy..?
😄😄
Also what is W/S high … windshield?
Not sure why I just now saw this, but thanks for taking care of your "sponge" Evan! I wish you were my uncle when I was such a sponge. Kudos I don't think I would ever land with full flaps in a plane with split flaps like these 425 or 421 or 414's. There are a few out there with Robertson STOL kits using Fowler flaps similar to the 441. But the L/D picture is not good for a go around transition with split flaps. not that you would ever miss a flight but; czcams.com/video/cx6nhHu84zc/video.html rental car humour.
Great video. Am a student pilot running a crowfunding project to complete my PPL am aged 31. Hope am not old
Thanks a lot!! :) yay! Yeah it is more expensive nowadays!
@@EvanLuft Yeah but i wont stop pushing. I just to raise $200 for now i order my pilot kit. Will keep pushing
Do you like the 425? I've flown the 421C and 441, never the 425....
Remember the pilot who had his 7 yr. old daughter in the SAME Situation? As pilots we are WELL a where of the mental (& physical) work involved in responsible flying. To down play any of these aspects can lead to VERY VERY unwanted circumstances.
I agree. Obviously he would not be flying the airplane. But technically it is a passenger seat and when the airplane requires all seats be used, I prefer to put a smaller person in the front to make it safer and for weight and balance
Hi !
Hello!
What school did you train with? Looks like you're based out of Vancouver like me?
I training with Morgan air out of Calgary back in 2006!
@@EvanLuft could you recommend a school in the greater Vancouver area?
Your IFR instructor taught you well.
Haha better than my multi instructor? :p hahaha
@@EvanLuft Did I do both? I just remember going down to Lethbridge with you IMC with Stian.
How come you don't do one continuous 3 degree descent?
Normally I would as I find it much easier, but I had actually cancelled IFR a ways back to fly around those storms. Haha
So, do you fly passengers or cargo?
Passengers mostly but sometimes they bring whatever they want! I’ve even hauled salmon!
Looks so confusing to fly that plane lol
Starting out yes. BUT I always tell everyone this. There are SOOOO many systems on an airplane that are confusing but the basics will keep you alive no matter what. Airspeed, power, attitude, and as long as you don’t forget the landing gear, the plane will still always fly safely.
Whybis the subscribe blurred out
It won't be anymore, I was testing out an online editor as a test to see how the blur works lol
Time 🤣🤣
Hahaha
Why do you own an Aircraft, like, do you need it to your job or what. Thanks
I don’t own the aircraft. I am hired to fly the airplane for the owner. In this case, an owner may use the aircraft for business or personal reasons.
@@EvanLuft And do you have the commercial or the private license. Very nice job man, thats so cool, unusual
I have a commercial license :) thanks! It is a unique type of flying because you are basically a “freelance” pilot. Meaning I get paid on a per job basis and you stipulate when and how often you want to work. You build a relationship with the owners and it is a great opportunity to not only fly cool trips, but also meet some really great people. Slightly different from airline flying! :) do you have your license?
@@EvanLuft This sounds absolutely awesome. I dont have my license, im an Immigrant so you might know what im talking about. But i would love, its expensive to get the license, its expensive to keep it, but one day i will do it for sure. You do have a great job man, why dont you try a jet company or something like this. You are in contact with important people that could help.
So thats your plane?
Nope this is an owner I’m flying around. :) I’m just the pilot haha
@@EvanLuft
But who cares right? What a cool job you got. Good on ya... I drive a truck. Not as glamorous and i smell like diesel all day. I like the diesel smell. So what am i whinning about? Good on me...
ILL SAY ONE THING YOU ARE N OT AFRAID OF BAD WEATHER.
IM SURE YOU GET ALL THE INFO POSSIBLE FROM FLIGHT SERVICE PRIOR.. YOUR THE CONSUMMATE PILOT!!