Buy a plane and LAND in your BACKYARD...everyone does it, right?!

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My journey of finding, purchasing and relocating this 1949 Piper PA-16 Clipper. I'm now in the process of planning an engine upgrade, fabric covering and adding other mods. While in the meantime I'll be flying it and sharing my process.
If you like aircraft upgrades or aircraft maintenance, be sure to watch for new uploads.
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@Dr.GeoDave 9 месяцев назад

So nice.

@orvjudd1383 10 месяцев назад

Lucky dog!

@stevesingleton2148 2 месяца назад

I enjoyed the video very much the plane looked very sharp.

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 месяца назад

Awesome. Thanks for the feedback! FYI- Keep an eye out for big upgrades on this aircraft in the next few months as well.

@olddogg60 Год назад

I think that you said that you weren't that good at making videos. If so, you were wrong. Great video! 👍😊

@MrPanchoak 8 месяцев назад

That is definitely a pretty little airplane.

@Blaircraft.Engines 8 месяцев назад

Thanks! Recently started on restoring the wings. Lots of upgrades before next spring, it’s been a fun plane to fly.

@TheNattyPilot 6 месяцев назад

I’ve been looking for one, too lol

@Blaircraft.Engines 6 месяцев назад

There’s a very nice one I’ve recently noticed listed on the market.. it’s in the 50k range though. Shoot me an email at blairpilot@gmail.com if you’d like the listing info.

@FlyingJournalism 2 года назад

The dream: have a runway in your backyard and have enough money to fly to work😂

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Yes I feel very blessed … Thankful too! I’ve taken 8 years to build my place about 95% myself though! lol

@FlyingJournalism 2 года назад

@@Blaircraft.Engines wow thats crazy. Dude thats commendable to the max. I would love to fly to your place one day

@ClipperPiper 2 года назад

Great video, so uplifting to watch. Sitting here in the middle of the north Atlantic in a heavy snowstorm watching your video is so cheering. Love the Clipper, nice little airplane. Took my TW check on a Clipper, everybody told me it would be difficult in a Clipper. To my opinion I had less trouble with the TW in the Clipper than in the Cub that I flew later.

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Very nice! Thanks. I’m glad you enjoyed it. I totally agree with you about flying the Clipper. I was told the same thing about the short coupled characteristics of them. After flying the J3 for about 14 years. I can say it’s definitely not any harder and may actually be bit easier like you said. Stay safe!

@stoldrag85 2 года назад

The first Clipper there, that was mine. I sold it a few months later. I'll probably regret that sale. Airplanes should be bought not sold. You'll love the Clipper.😎

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Yeah I already am. I imagine I’ll own it awhile… You’ll be loving your newly build Amazing Cub soon though!

@joshhopkins3181 Год назад

Awesome!

@whoisntwhoisit2126 Год назад

I had never heard of a clipper before today, what draws you to Piper planes over the others? I have not found the draw to Piper crafts (yet), other than price is usually lower than another companies similar build.. How would you compare it to a Sportsman 2+2 (My choice for a STOL/Backcountry as of now) or differences to something more common like a C172? I am thinking the largest difference is going to be cost right off the bat. Experimentals just seem to hold so much benefit over certified these days, tech has gone way past the FAA Certs and the plane are seemingly just as reliable but generally start out with better performance and you can change a lot more about them.

@yellowcubdriver9545 4 месяца назад

Nice! No ground looping!

@Blaircraft.Engines 4 месяца назад

Flying the J3 so many years sure helped!

@paulgrantonic4476 Год назад

It was a pleasure talking with you at Oshkosh this year. Look forward to more content. Best wishes.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Thanks for the comment. It was great to chat with you as well. Big projects ahead late year on this Clipper along with more engine content. Stay safe!

@KGFlyer55 2 года назад

Please give us a tour of this beauty and tell us more

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

I will for sure… Thanks for your comment.

@hotttt28 Год назад

The stuff dreams are made of!

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Yes... I'm very thankful to have my home strip along with the Clipper. Some major restoration coming later this year, stay tuned!

@mkshffr4936 Год назад

Goshen eh? not far from home. Beautiful airplane.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Yes, working out of GSH and ANQ now as well! Thanks. It’s a good time flying it.

@davebourdon3258 Год назад

We love our Clipper. It's currently being restored along with many upgrades. Enjoyed your video!

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Very nice, Congrats to owning a Clipper! Thanks for the comment. I’m currently waiting on the FAA before removing my wings and starting the wings restoration/upgrades. Just need to confirm the direction I’m going with it. (Perhaps experimental)

@marcericdavis 2 года назад

That's going to be a great plane for you.

@therussianrubberduck1859 Год назад

That was super sweet, I’m jealous of your backyard airstrip

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Thanks for your comment! I’m very thankful to have my home strip… Stay tuned. Next month I’ll be starting a series on restoring the Clipper wings and then a new engine upgrade in the spring.

@calliepieters3446 2 года назад

Hey Joshua great video and story too. I found a KIT FOX 4 hidden in a BARN !! Owner passed away, and daughter sold it to me for $4500 with the trailer too !! Just bought it this year 2022, and Hal Stockman is the Mechanic. This plan was almost ready to fly !! it was passed the first phase, and the engine has only 60 or so hours on it !! I couldn't believe my find. I've been dreaming about this for a couple of years just wishing and hoping, and Now it just landed in my lap, I wasn't even looking. His daughter is a Nurse, and I just happened to over hear her conversation. BAAMMM I jumped it !! I don't even fly !! LOL !! My wife was PISSED !! LOl !! FLIP IT OR FLY IT ??? thanks Joshua, I hope to meet you !!

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Just wow… Good for you! Have you flown much in a smaller plane or even a Kitfox? If Hal says it’s good, you have a winner. Which engine is installed? If you have a garage, whatever you do make sure your wife can still park inside! 😁

@calliepieters3446 2 года назад

@@Blaircraft.Engines I have NO experience at all. All I know is I own a KIT FOX 4, 912 ULS 80 HP. Bran New engine, just minor body work, and its ready. I don't even fly lol. thank to Hal, and others I have spoken too. This is crazy !!

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

@@calliepieters3446 Congrats again! Shoot me an email at blairpilot@gmail.com

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

@@calliepieters3446 So what's the latest on the Kit Fox?!?

@calliepieters3446 Год назад

SOLD IT, out of my reach, I'm so sad

@devoregroup Год назад

Amazing!

@solterradesert5401 Год назад

Thanks for this. I'm just in the proccess of refurbishing my own Clipper. Great content. Can't wait to see next clip.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Awesome. I’m definitely enjoying it. How long have you had yours? Also, here’s a link to the second video. Folding Electric Bike, Short Wing Piper PA-16 Clipper ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YTXi3x8N_ME.html

@solterradesert5401 Год назад

@@Blaircraft.Engines been trying to finish it for about 5 years. This will definitely give me a boost. Just in the proccess of redoing interior. Thanks again

@mpecue 2 года назад

Love this!! Congratulations!! Super exciting trip!

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Thanks! Yes trip was smooth, my kind of flying!

@peacefulpiano8241 2 года назад

Beautiful plane! Great video!!

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Thanks! I’m enjoying it, ready for warmer weather. Appreciate the comment!

@johnmar8188 Год назад

Awesome story.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@lj5673 2 года назад

Fellow clipper pilot here! Keep the content coming! RU-vid needs more clippers! Guess I could jump on that too though haha

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Awesome. Appreciate the comment! PA-16's are a blast... I'll be uploading the (part 2) of my walkaround very soon. I have a foldable fat tire bike I fit in the back seat area.

@RichardofOz 2 года назад

and now I really miss flying in the US :( Can't wait to get back!

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Very soon... Good weather is just ahead!

@FlyingJournalism 2 года назад

Great weather now in so cal

@martyb6903 Год назад

Just found your channel Great video, i have one as well and an iconic sn to go with it. Welcome to the caretakers club! Their very capable and sporty flyers

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Thanks. I’m really looking forward to starting the engine upgrade this summer.

@rustystarwood1 Год назад

Looking forward to seeing more back country, and grass field take offs and landings in your new Clipper! I’ve got about 270 hours in my ‘54 Pacer that I call “Obiwan”. Very similar to the Clipper, great plane to fly.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Very nice! 270 hrs in your Pacer too. I’m super excited for the Clipper work coming up this winter as well. Stay safe!

@terryreeder5262 Год назад

enjoying the vids, Josh. Have watched a few.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Terry, thanks for your comment. The Clipper wing restoration will be starting soon, then engine upgrade will follow right after. Stay tuned!

@Tomsfoolery. Год назад

Awesome video! I also have a runway in my backyard but I only fly powered parachute and Quicksilvers. Hoping to buy a plane within the next couple years.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

I think flying anything from your backyard is awesome. Congrats! Stay safe!

@LeftSeatAdventures 2 года назад

Sweet buddy! Been wondering what you were up to... Beautiful bird, no need for the Blair Switch now. 😂

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

@Left Seat Adventures, Thanks for watching! I've been beyond busy, several things in the works for the channel. Engine parts are coming in for the O-320 build, runway extension, Clipper TLC and on... + A&P work full time. Yeah the BlairSwitch is history, it just made sense with the PA22 condition... Sure enjoying the Clipper though.

@kgyy5875 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing the video. Beautiful plane for sure. What made you select the clipper? how did you find the last one? that is a barn find. Hope to see more videos. Thank you again.

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Thanks for your comment. I selected the Clipper because it’s has a lighter empty weight than the Pacer, so shorter takeoff roll when (especially with a Pacer engine upgrade), better in crosswinds with full span ailerons. I found listed online and I purchased the next day. I’ll for sure be sharing a lot more. There will be detailed walk-a-round soon. I have a few upgrades planned along with a complete O-320 engine overhaul that I’ll be building to install.

@scotabot7826 2 года назад

Wow, that's a funky little dog leg you did there on short final. I don't suppose you own those tall trees that need to come down? Ha Ha. Now I see why you want to extend your runway? Anyway, beautiful Clipper you have, as well as beautiful home strip, dog leg and all. Lol... You going to sell the Cub, and do you still have the Tri-Pacer?

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Yeah it’s a challenge, every approach you must stay on top of it… No I don’t own those tall trees you mentioned, but I’m going to see I can do about them. The Cub is still around, a friend of mine purchased it last fall. I actually stored it for the winter in my heated hangar. So I’ll still fly it at times. Unfortunately the PA-22 had to go after bringing home the Clipper. Currently getting things around to build up the O-320 off of it though for the Clipper. I’ll share when I really get into it.

@peacefulpiano8241 2 года назад

🙌🏼🙌🏼

@nfill4131 Год назад

Hey Blair !! I really enjoy your videos.. I do however have a question about what is the the electric bike that you acquired and.. that fits in your AC.. Cheers! Norm

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Thanks! The bike is a Rattan fat tire/foldable, I purchased the 750W version.

@nfill4131 Год назад

@@Blaircraft.Engines Thanks for you reply... If you bought one today, would it be the same bike or... ?

@nfill4131 Год назад

From what I'm reading , the Rattan folding bike sounds like a pretty good choice and is also reasonably priced.

@orvjudd1383 10 месяцев назад

They are called “Bison”

@easttexan2933 Год назад

flying at night in an airplane that hasn't been flown in a year and a half......Muy cajones !! All it needs is some stick on paint scheme and she a real beaut.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

Thanks for watching until the flight home and your comment. The night part of the flight wasn’t planned 😬! Things naturally took longer to get going and I felt pretty good about continuing after dark. Thankfully it all worked out great. I’ll be doing the O-320 engine upgrade coming this spring. Paint scheme… working up something as well 😁

@robertsnay863 Год назад

Really enjoyed your video. I am looking to purchase a clipper this summer it will be my first and with any luck I will find a cfi to train me. Lol. So the stc for the o320 allows you to add the wing tank and remove the fuselage tank? or are those to separate stc? Thanks for sharing your video.

@johnkoz34 2 года назад

Beautiful airplane. I had one back in the 80’s. Since it was out of annual, did someone else do an annual before you went back to get it? Or, are you A&P and did it? Great job on the video too!

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

Thank you. I had the local A&P do the annual inspection prior to bringing it home. Yes I’m an A&P, I don’t have my IA yet which is required for signing off annual inspections. However, it’s on my list to get! Glad you enjoyed the video! How long did you have your PA-16? Also, which engine was in it?

@johnkoz34 2 года назад

@@Blaircraft.Engines I had it 1978-1979. Moved up to it from a Champ. It had an O-235 in it. N6870K Fun airplane!

@jworthe 5 дней назад

Nice Clipper!!! Was there any issues with the engine having been in storage for a long time? What can be checked when making a purchase like this?

@Blaircraft.Engines 5 дней назад

The engine seemed pretty good. I put about 40 hrs on it before removing it. Borescope is helpful, fuel system is super important to check! I’m building a 160hp to install for Oshkosh.

@kirbykennedyinUT Год назад

I loved your story. Did you get your plane annualled before you flew it home? Or did you get some kind of permit to get it home and annual it there?

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

I had the mechanic on the field do the annual a couple weeks before picking it up.

@richardmauch1042 Год назад

What made you go with a Piper over, let’s say a Cessna 170? I’m curious to why you landed on that plain? I only ask because I’m now going down the same rabbit hole and can’t desire. Cessna 170, piper pa-20, Stinson 180. I can’t decide, I’m looking for a cheap all around 4 seater with reliability in mind that I can take to the backcountry. Any point of view would be appreciated. Love the videos.

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

After flying J3 for almost 15 years, I like the old Pipers and tube frame. I also really liked that the Clipper had a stick control too like the J3. However, the Clipper is barely a 4 seater. A PA-20 is the higher gross weight. Also for me, the price was right! I prefer the tube frame options, however the 170 would have more room. I hope that helps??

@timrev8 2 года назад

What were the other airplanes you considered ? How long is your strip?

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 года назад

4 Clippers total. The 3rd just was covered out. I was set on a PA-16 Clipper. My strip was 1100' when I first landed. However, I recently purchased a OLD excavator and I'll be taking trees out in starting this spring. I'm going for 2600' total.

@FlyingJournalism 2 года назад

@@Blaircraft.Engines can we land there? Send us coordinates!

@timrev8 2 года назад

Awesome thanks!! I have a 1100’ at a farm that I own in Maine and a PPL that I haven’t used in 9 years I’d love to fly out of it someday. Maybe with a clipper?

@mikebunge3010 Год назад

Did you have to get a ferry permit or did you do the annual to get it home ?

@Blaircraft.Engines Год назад

The local IA did the annual and I flew it up until the end of October this year. Now I’m preparing the hangar right now to remove the wings soon. The wings need restoration and fabric. I’m definitely enjoying flying it.

@orvjudd1383 10 месяцев назад

Did you get a ferry permit or have it annualed at it’s home airport?

@Blaircraft.Engines 10 месяцев назад

I had the mechanic there that had been maintaining it do the annual.

@DavidBerquist334 9 месяцев назад

In Chicago did you land in O'Hare or midway

@Blaircraft.Engines 9 месяцев назад

No I stayed clear, first trip just trying get home the quickest. Radio wasn’t the best either. It is now though, I installed a new Garmin.

@yamkaw346 2 месяца назад

Since it’s out of annual, is there anything you legally have to do before you were able to fly it home? Im interested in picking up my first plane here in the next 2 years

@Blaircraft.Engines 2 месяца назад

Yes. You have to have a ferry permit or the annual inspection completed. I just had a local mechanic do the annual prior to picking up.