Flying the DC-3 with Buffalo Joe 

I wanted to take the time to thank you all for watching and supporting this mini-series we made during this uneasy time. I hope for at least a few minutes you could escape this world and fly just as those Seagulls do!

This younger generation is blessed to have a man of that caliber, experience and humbleness to learn from. Master Class indeed!

Anybody else tear up when Joe talked about "When we're up here, we're free?" Just me? But seriously, THANK YOU, Mikey, for doing this project. I'm so glad that you're documenting this, and in such a beautiful way! It's such a fantastic view of not only your father's amazing skills, but a glimpse into his heart, as well.

What a great tribute !! A great tribute to Joe McBryan, the DC-3, and all other (Ice) Pilots !! Bravo, fellas.

I have never seen Joe in such a calm and contemplative mood. He is truly in his element when he's flying and explaining the obvious "love of his life", the classic DC-3. Thanks for this tribute to two legends! ♥️🛫

Really good production Mikey. Missing the planes savers episodes...

Sometimes it is just difficult to put words to how something you see makes you feel. Words like melancholy and nostalgia come to mind but they barely do justice. Joe’s hand moving through the switches and levers with concise explanation. He knows full well the student absorbs just a little each time but knows it’s worth repeating until fully understood. You’re a rare bird Joe. Just like the plane you fly. Great video Mikey, I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Am I the only 51 year old guy that started watching this family and now want to drop everything and become an aviator?

Possibly the best aviation video on RU-vid.

Here's a guy that isn't just a pilot, he's a man who loves to FLY. Listen to how he talks about the birds. He almost sounds jealous. True passion for flight right there.

What a character, and how lucky would one be to learn how to fly a DC-3 from Buffalo Joe... Excellent video series!

A love letter to the DC-3 thanks to Joe and Mikey. Really touching work and just crazy to think how far you have been on this journey as a storyteller Mickey. Keep it up and know that this fan will always do what he can to support. You should win an award this this one sir :)

That is your best video ever Mickey. Joe's passion for the wonderful DC3 is so clear. He is so lucky to have spent a lifetime with the DC3'.

This has been a superb series Mikey - nice work putting it together and glad to see this as a real testimony to Joe, the legend! His legacy will live on for ever :)

Your Dad is a Hero up here in the North, Buffalo has and still does provide a very important Service in the North. Joe has a tremendous amount of experience and a huge amount of flying hours. Thanks Joe and the whole Buffalo Team, for many years to come

Joe you're a legend your description of the feel, feeling, are very emotive and anyone who gets to that level of understanding of life, living is very lucky and mikey thanks for helping us see through Joe's eyes briefly 👍

Ever since I was a young kid I always thought that the DC-3 was such a beautiful plane and still do.

The CFI in me was yelling in my head..."Dammit, the centerline is over there." Great job Joe.

I know this response is late but thoroughly enjoyed this video. In my books, the DC-3 is the queen of the skies, real hands on flying in a bird that has a huge history at altitudes that is far more interesting. Joe is a true master and knows the Gooney like an extension of himself, what a treat ! Always wanted to experience this aircraft, get to know its flying characteristics, quirks, what a gorgeous classic. Also followed you all during the revival of The St Hubert bird that I have seen languishing at the time near a Vickers Viscount back over a decade ago. This is real flying , hands on and enjoy the ride with a seasoned veteran, love this video !

Great video. Great Plane. Great instructor.

I Really Appreciate Joe's attitude towards mentoring. I Chose to be in Trucking and remember the older Guys that took the time to Give me the Gift of Knowledge. I Listened the best I could to learn all I could. Know I'm an Older Guy and I try to pass on what I can to the younger Drivers. Though I am very selective who I train as Trucking has become a nightmare for the most part. I think that most young People can do better Learning another Vocation. If you have connections to Family excavating, Farming or Trucking concerns I'll teach someone who is really interested. Otherwise you'll make twice as much money being a plumber or a heating and A/C person. And get to have a life too. Plane savers is a Great channel with Great People. Best Wishes from Montana! M.H.

I’ve always loved Gooney Birds All through my 40 years flying I always wanted to get type rated in a DC3 but it never worked out because life always got in the way In my eyes they are still magnificent Real Airplanes Have Round Engines

The DC 3 has always been my favorite plane. Watching Joe put his head out the window to check if the landing gear went down. Flying in a DC 3 is going to have to go on to my bucket list. Thanks Joe and Miley. This video was great.

SHINE BRIGHT JOE!!💥🙌👊 AUSTRALIA!!🤍💙❤💪

I will never get tired of watching a DC 3 take off and land.

Thank you for doing this Mikey and thanks for letting the world see this side of your father. Joe is a true "flyer" and I learned a lot about his character as a teacher from watching

Thanks for the flight Buffalo Joe. First airplane I ever flew in was a DC-3. It was actually an RD-4, and we toured the SF Bay area. That was in about 1956 and we were crewed by Naval Reserve people. It was real flying back then not fish in a can like today.

Those are truly the best planes ever I would definitely love to learn how to fly a DC-3

Great job Mikey & Joe, you've captured the essence of a unique & often wonderful world, & the mindset needed within : )

Nice work Mike - really watchable, enjoyable and educational

Merci 1000000 to you Mikey. Please, please, please look after Joe, he is the only one left and he must be older than me, 74 years. We all get older, like DC3s, but there are no spares for us. Medical check EVERY three months. He will not agree so SHOUT or get your brothers to help. Yellowknife is not Miami. Joe is 'THE MAN' plane savers=Joe savers just do it Alex

Thank You Buffalo Joe for being the stern instructor that you are, your training is so important. I am a retired Naval Aviation Electricians Mate, I made it to first class Petty Ofificer. I worked on and flew as a Naval Aircrewman I starred as a inflight tech on the Convair C131 VIP aircraft, next i flew as a Flight attendant then load master on the Navy version of the DC9 witch carried the designator C9B it had a large cargo door and entry door on the left hand side or the fuselage and the oft ventral stairs in the rear of the aircraft. Next i became a crew chief and NATOPS Evaluator on the Grumman C1A COD {Carrier on bord Delivery aircraft witch flew to and from every aircraft carries off of the west coast next I also was a crew chief and NATOS evaluator on the Rockwell CT-39 E and G models. That covers the first 10 Years of my Naval Career. Dinner just arriver by for now. My Name Russell Da;leTaclett. B

Beautiful, amazing, timeless, the freedom of flight is a passion like nothing else on this planet. I don't have enough words Mikey to express what I feel. All I can say is thank you for being who you are and sharing this love of aviation with us all.

What a wonderful production, had to put my dog down today and this brightened my day back up. Thank you Mikey, Buffalo Joe and the whole crew.

What a nice aeroplane, and a 'dyed in the wool pilot' to show how it's all done!

Would most certainly love to fly in that ' ol bird!

Mikey....you just made the perfect video!!! Cheers to your pop!! Hell of a guy!!

Brilliant video Mikey, can’t get enough of seeing the DC3 flying. Joe is just a pot of knowledge that your allowing us all see and you learn something new every time he talks. Can’t wait for your next video.

habe die serie im tv gesehen und bewundere das schöne flugzeug.es half berlin zu versorgen,was wir nie vergessen werden."der rosinenbomber".

Thank you very much for sharing,

In a little over 19 days I'll be lucky enough to start working for a UK based historic flying company as volunteer ground crew. They have two DC3's in their fleet and I really can't wait and realize how fortunate I am. This series is just fantastic and devour each episode. I just hope my tutor is of the same calibre as Joe.

Top notch vid Mikey!

Such a GREAT video, Mikey. Thank you, Mikey. Your father is truly a legend and I truly appreciated riding along with him on this flight. Please thank him for me.

Love this ❤️. DC-3’s forever!

my favorite airplane = DC-3

The mighty DC-3 was the first plan I ever flew on. It's a memory I will never forget and the plane that made me interested in aviation. It's so nice seeing these big old birds still flying. And Buffalo Joe is so passionate about his old girl. It's wonderful! Great series! Thanks :)

Great to see William flying with Joe and getting tips from him.

I swear I could listen to Joe talk about literally anything all day.

A solid skytrain since over 80 years !

Beautiful episode, nothing like flying with your dad. Let alone his amazing stories and wisdom.

True Legend.......Flew in a DC3,,,To lac laronge in 1973....loved the power ...loved the sound.....keep on being FREE ,,,JOE....Love your style.....

MM, your YT presentations have become historical contributions to the world aviation history. Thanks to your father and mother / employees and friends that contribute to these wonderful historical presentations. Thank you

A legendary aircraft flown by a legendary pilot! Thanks for the upload.

this is incredibly inspiring. i just earned by CPL with 260 hours of flight time. i don't want to be an airline pilot. i don't care about the 1500 hour rule. i just want to fly prop planes. the bush is calling me. maybe one day i'll get my work visa to fly up in Canada as well 🤘

Just an awesome plane... and pilot. :)

Mikey I think it was in 81 to 85 I worked at West Cornwall , Ray Point when Canadian airlines went thru the ice , then North Bucking ham , Did your Dad run fuel up there at that time I`m guessing yes ,I remember a Big Plane like this thought possibly a Hurcules older now I figure it was probably your Dad ,I was with Panartic Oils .

Excellent video Mikey, I enjoyed watching very much. Thanks for sharing. 👍😎

Fantastic! Joe's reflections were deep and truly moving. The footage was amazing, especially the takeoff. (How did you do that?) This is your best yet Mikey. You need to get a film deal with IMAX. This would be mind-blowing on a giant screen.

Joe, Mikey, that was amazing ! Loved it 😊

Hello Mikey! Brilliant footage of a fantastic pilot and of a fantastic plane! I was wondering if you would allow me to use some select portions of this video in an upcoming short documentary I'm planning on making. Of course, all credits would go to you. Thanks so much!

With your beer and your Export "A" 😊 Thanks Joe I have learned much about life watching you.......

One could hope to be so happy in a task, as Joe is when he sits into that cockpit! Watching him, and then hearing him talk, you can really feel how much he enjoys leaving the ground and all of that behind!! Why soo many of us got that aeroplane/flying bug from ice pilots years ago. #TRULYHUMBLELEGEND

Great video. Got kinda teary eyed lol

You guys are awesome Mikey McBryan. Love the mini-series plus watching the tv show back in the day. One of these days I would like to meet you guys.

Thank you for all the videos. I spent this Sunday, all day binge watching one after another....loved them all. WE'RE FREE! AMEN.

Fantastic Mikey. Makes me feel lucky to have my license and know the feeling your dad is talking about “being free up there” all too well. Couldn’t have said it any better.

The DC3 will always be a beauty.

Captain, have you flown your neighbor C-FKMB with the turboprops? Can you describe the differences, the feeling, thanks

As the old saying goes. “Find a job that goes along with your hobbies and you will never work a day in your life” Buffalo Joe definitely lives that quote and it shows. Him whistling along as he walked back to the hanger shows that flight was like riding a old trusted race horse around the track and put it back to rest in the barn, and was going to hang the sattle up till the next run

One of your best videos ever, Mikey! FANTASTIC!! Great to virtually ride along with the man, the myth, the legend of the DC-3. 👍🍻

A gorgeous plane indeed.

Your Dad, forever a part of the story and history of Canada.

Like you "Uncle-Joe" DC-3 will fly..forever..For all those ppl on the Grd.with their problems, we are free of them, NOTHING on Earth was for me after I took my 1st flight, ISwallowed, hook line & sinker.Someday Joe,just to shake your hand..

I am watching the flight and you guys stay very busy in the cockpit. That DC-3 flies beautiful and love the tail camera views. Nice. 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Extremely well done

Back....AGAIN....just listen.... to the legendary aviator....teaching...about a legendary aircraft. The experience only time and hours at the yolk can give... sharing his passion with us. My father was a master of his trade...but few children look at a road....with the same dreams they have while looking at the sky. Thank you Mikey sir.

Excellent video Mike!! Meeting you guys last summer was the highlight of my flying experience. I sure would have loved to have Joe as an instructor! What a wealth of knowledge. Great judge of the right seat individual. Always wanted to fly the NWT and into the bush communities. Joe is so humble as you all are at Buffalo Air. I was quite taken aback at how approachable you all were. My wife and I will plan another trip up from Minnesota next year.

This guy would be a fantastic teacher to be honest. He understands the difference between someone who actually cares about the machine they're operating vs someone who doesn't

Seems incredible that the DC-3 was manufactured from 1936-1942, and some are still flying today... this is a testament to how rugged and well designed the old 'Gooney Bird' was. That classic 'tail dragger' stance and broad wings were unmistakable back in their day - and it just looked like it wanted to fly and be flown. So well done, the military designated them as C-47's and used over 10,000 of them during WW-II. Truly a Great plane!

I got my Type Rating in the DC-3 to be able to fly the EAA's B-17 Aluminum Overcast Type Rating with Ken W and Scott H. great bunch of guys

I started flying in 1982, I told my neighbor a WWII vet what I was doing, he went inside and took out his log book and a picture of him in his Army Air Corps uniform. He told me he had 2000 hours as Pilot in Command and "flew the hump" many times. He flew the C-47. Dick is gone now, I'm 60 years old, but I still remember that day, and I still love the DC-3/C-47.

New to your channel & what a fresh breath of air! And Buffalo Joe, well he's that & more, (you too Mikey), simply priceless. In my vocabulary a DC-3 & Buffalo Joe will be synonymous forever more. Keep it flying Mikey! 😎

The old school way of doing things just rules. Especially today with all sorts of safety regulations and computer assistance. Joe taking off in the DC-3: 'It's like a dance'. I have no words. It's like John Wayne or Chuck Yeager. My deepest respect, sir

I spent my younger years before I became a CR pilot at Points North Saskatchewan. I got to ride and fly in a lot of wonderful aircraft including the DC-3's they had CQT and NTF. I would love to go have a beer with Joe and talk to him about flying these aircraft. He is 100% correct the aircraft is surprisingly stable and yet responsive as long as pitch, power and trim are managed properly. I loved flying DC-3's for the same reason I loved flying helicopters. They have to be flown. They are tactile aircraft you have to fly but like being around a big dog you learn not to startle them and as long as you don't startle them it's almost effortless. "When we're up here, we're free" truer words were never spoken. Excellent video thanks for posting.

The feeling is the same from the big boys in the sky to the tiny ones, as soon as the wheels leave the turf for that short while... you’re free. I remember when I flew a tiny Foxbat and it was like being in the land of the birds, all worries vanishing for that short time. The little Rotax carrying us for so long. Wish it could last forever. Glad to see this small series, always liked the DC-3. Like my old Land Rovers, there’s just nothing that can capture the analogue nature of these beasts today.

Great video guys! I wonder how much the flights to and from Yellowknife are... For a couple of nights... Northern Canada in the summer... Hmmmm.

Somewhere around 68', 69', I had an opportunity to fly in a DC-3. I was only 8 or 9 years old. My Grandmother in Wisconsin passed away and my mom and dad had to go to Madison to bury her. We flew from Los Angeles, CA to Milwaukee, WI in a jet aircraft but since Madison didn't have an airport that could accommodate a jet, we transferred to a DC-3 for the final leg of the trip. I distinctly remember the Stewardess passing little Wrigley Spearmint gums to each of us upon entering the airplane and I got a little pair of wings to pin onto my shirt. I also remember the huge cloud of smoke billowing from the engine upon startup. It was thrilling. I can say I've flown in a DC-3 twice in my life.

Awesome video Mikey!

I always wanted to be a commercial pilot. Obstacles of life kept me standing watching but I did get a private licence and flew till my money was all gone. I was a loadmaster on 435 sqn C130 Hercules out of Namao and went frequently to Yellowknife. Saw every little gravel strip all over the north. I watched the tv series faithfully. I always imagined what it would be like having Buffalo Joe for a boss. 🤫🤓🙃😀 Thanks for letting me “live the life” via your videos!

Bien.por.explicaciones.con.las.maniobras..de.vuelo.y..aterrizaje.bien!!!!!

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"Landing is simply the reverse of takeoff" ... never heard it put that way. I always saw them as radically different procedures. Hm! Thanks for this series on the DC3, really enjoyed it.

The DC3 is an absolute beast of an aircraft

I have followed tons of links to DC3 stories, take off, landings, engine runs, and the ruggedness and useability of DC3 becomes more astonishing every video. Here is one with pictures of how planes were scrapped in 1945! But DC3 were useful. Smithsonian: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_9SDagZt5i4.html

After the war my father worked for Continental Air Lines. He was the 185 employee of the airline. When we flew, the airline was so small that everybody knew everybody. I always got to go up in the cabin and would sit on the pilots lap and feel like I was flying that old DC-3. I got to experience the beginnings of air travel, fun times.

Did a tour in Vietnam flying AC-47’s. Finished my military commitment in 1973 and should have gone to Alaska to work there. Would probably be dead now, but it would have been worth it.

Hey Joe and Mikey . I'd really love to fly the DC 3 with Joe. Be the flight of my dreams. Joe, I want to fly the DC 3 on my flight simulator ,but could you please tell me where the parking brake is located ? I can't seem to find it so I can't take off. Thanks ,love you guys. I'd like to visit you sometime. God bless!

Hi Mikey.I flew with your dad on the Hay River Yellowknife run.Had my two sons with me. You where the guest speaker at the Calgary Flying Club. You where a hit.So funny and very knowledgable.Thanks.

S*it ... taught BuffJoe died. It just stoned me. Plz Mikey don't use bw vid. sequences any more !

Forget Canada's Wonderland or Disneyland. I want to go to Buffalo Airways and fly a DC3. The greatest plane ever made. And the greatest DC3 flyer, "Buffalo Joe". A great tribute to 2 legends.