I Bought a Tiny Airplane and Flew it Across the Country 

Hey guys please give me feedback and ask questions!!! I'm probably going to make another video explaining everything in more detail, and to answer all of your questions. So Stay Tuned!!!

And I bought Microsoft flight simulator 2020 and did loopings in a 747

Can we appreciate how goated the dad is. Man drove all the way down to Texas and followed with his son on the ground as support until he got back home! Great dad!

Been an Air Force aviator for the last 10 years, and I can say this man is a bonafide badass for simply using his phone as a navigation

Two Years ago this video inspired me to start flight school. Now I can proudly say this is my passion. I have had my license for a year now and am loving it. Im enrolled in the Baylor Institute of Flight now and have already applied for jobs at both Delta and United. Thank you Ben for giving me a sign to chase my dreams

Mate! Absolutely amazing video! Well done! Super jealous that you got to experience that and now own a fantastic plane! Congrats! Joe

I'm 62 years old you're 21, you're living my life's dream enjoy it!

I’ve never really thought about the fact that you only need to buy a one way ticket if your flying to buy a plane

Man, this is just another level thing. The confidence and courage it takes to make this journey and that too alone is just mind-blowing. Just found out about this channel and I can say this thing has had a big effect on an aviation geek like me.

I know nothing about planes but I feel like that cute Pitts is the miata of planes

RU-vid in 300 years: I bought a tiny rocket and flew it across the solar system.

3:27 he edited the next scene onto the go pro attached to the side of the plane. Makes for a great cut from the plane being grounded to flying in sky. All that work for a half a second transition. I love the fine details in editing!

I can't believe you flew a Pits single-seater cross country. Bravo! I always loved this plane, and you have the best one. I always wanted to build or buy one of these as my first choice, but I'm older now and the dream is still alive. You are young and this medium risk flight, which you successfully completed, will be a great accomplishment you can carry through your life. If more of us were only so bold to accomplish our personal dreams. Good on you!! G.

Sounds like you have got yourself the best dad in the world. Not too many can say that their dad's has done half of what your dad did just with driving in this video! Family Strong! Cheers from Rhode Island!

Props to the camera man on hanging on to the wings of the plane

Dope man. Only 21 when this was done. Awesome

Wau props to the father supporting his son flying all over the country and been there to help in between.

When he said a tiny airplane, he meant a tiny airplane.

“Now let’s do a test flight” 5 seconds later goes upside down

Here I am watching aviation videos on RU-vid and I stumble across this video. I remember this plane. Craig owned it! Awesome to see where it went. I’m based outside of Raleigh and I remember the plane coming to Bully Aero. Enjoy!

This video is so good and really inspiring. I’ve been fascinated with aviation my whole life but never took that first step towards learning how to fly, watching videos like this really inspire me to finally start that journey at 40.

"This is a once in a lifetime opportunity" Like dude.. you bought a plane. Go fly it again lol.

Artists: I can’t draw. Pilots: I can’t land.

Its so touching that his dad supported him all the way throughand helped him

Wow loved this video. Such an achievement congratulations!

Crushed it for a first video man! Will be looking forward to what you do with the acro competition stuff. And impressed that you did all that navigating with jut a phone. (ForeFlight?) I have an iPad mini connected to a knee board that I was able to make work in the Pitts, but it is tight.

Epicness is Factor 10

Ben in the future be like: i bought 5 antonov 226s and brought my friends to do a formation flight!

“Sick little American flag” Dude that flags length is bigger than your total wingspan.

I flew across Germany, Denmark and Sweden to finally land in Helsinki (Finnland) with my Dad in a Ultralight plane. The views where amazing. But what noone thinks about is that also in an airplane - sitting for hours flying in straight lines and hearing the engine raw has it's limits in fun...^^ It was a 3 day trip and on the last day it was only the views of swedens east coast that motivated me to get back in that seat for another 12h.

Very cool story! Thanks for sharing!

Awesome video Ben!!!! Thank you for sharing! Great job!

18:43 “completely hopped over Alabama” I don’t blame you.

Its absolutely unreal the amount of dedication and will power it takes to fly across the country in a plane you just bought. Kinda like marrying someone the day you meet them. Hope you're still having fun with it!

What an amazing journey...thanks for sharing man. Awesome plane man.

Damn. I'm seeing this two years after the fact. I hope that you're still slaying it in this journey of yours. I just wanted to say. I'm an old man. You're a damn impressive kid. It'll be enjoyable to watch you progress!

What a dad!!! Make sure you tell him how grateful you are.

When she’s home alone but she’s across the country

Hello! I just wanna say this was a lovely video and I'm very impressed by what you did, it is quite amazing that you pulled that off in such a particular aircraft. As a Mexican who hadn't had the chance yet of travelling outside the country, I plan recreating your route on Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, perhaps even on the same aircraft, the United States looks like a beautiful country from the skies and I wanna see that for myself...sort of. Anyways, best regards.

Bravo dear fellow aviation enthusiast. Hats off to what you had achieved.

First-I don't normally comment. Second-you are an amazing young man! Third-I'm an Iron Butt motorcycle rider. We ride at least 1000 miles in less than 24 hours. You are an Iron Butt in the air!! The world needs more young men like you! God has given you this opportunity so use it! You've been very blessed to be able to do this journey. Don't waste it! Good JOB!!!!!!!!

“Sick little American flag” *Flag is bigger than his plane*

This singular video has started my future career in commercial aviation THANKS SO MUCH

Fantastic!!! Living the dream--you rock. Thank you for posting!!

Love the plane, love the music, love the video! Feeling inspired at 4:00am! :-)

The biggest flex is to say “yeah I can fly a plane”

This is great content and what embodies the original idea of RU-vid. Love it so much!

this is most possibly the coolest thing anyone could ever do in there life

this was so great! Nice job!

Congrats on purchase of a Pitts. I like those planes. The rc ones are tricky as well. What an adventure to tell friends and family. Great job on the documentary. 🍻

What a fantastic video!!! Enjoy that Pitts!!!

We're not the only one confused about the insanity of his trip, also confused are his google maps, atm and credit card.

Hopefuly you didn't press triangle in The middle of the flight

Glad to see that you made it safe bro, that's a hell of a trip, but I bet it was an awesome adventure... that's what life is about right there.

I love the video!!! Keep it up!

plot twist : he's sponsored by fs2020 and this is all just a simulation

Whatever you did to able to afford such an airplane at 21, I wish I’d done that. Side note: When your Dad drives halfway across the country and back to bring you fresh laundry and buy you dinner, he at least deserves a cameo.

I've watched this video twice already..and will probably watch it again several more times. What an incredible experience you've captured on video. The scenery was amazing, and the experience seemed to be very fulfilling. Thank you for sharing your epic adventure with us.

Good job on the video... Keep flying...

next video: "I bought a submarine and drove it across the Atlantic ocean!"

Wow man standout journey for a 21 year guy, you're very lucky and brave, hats off wow.

Nicely done and flight log, thanks Ben! Yes, takes a lot to edit, and it came out great! Have fun with the awesome Pitt!

I am absolutely amazed and blown away by your courage, enthousiasm, and lack of fear! For such a young age. Totally amazing.

“Yeah, When I was 21, I solo-flew a biplane across the country & I took the long way.” -That would be pretty cool to say.

Nice video, very nice Pitts. Pitts were never meant to be a cross country a/c. But do it while your young, I'm three time your age and too many aches and pains to sit that confined any more. Saving grace only couple hours flying before getting to get out and move. Agree with others about music, less volume better vid. Keep up good work. And never take your family for granted. Seems like your well grounded in family and faith. You'll need both to get through life, especially your faith and trust in God. Thanks bud.

Great job with the vid! I never herd of a pilot flying a PITTS literally across country like that! Glad you made it and great piloting!

I enjoyed this video a lot. Thanks.

And I thought my wife had to stop at gas stations a lot on long trips! Apparently her bladder is larger than your fuel capacity.

Brillant Video. Thx. I am Impressum 😎

That was a fantastic trip VLOG. You're going to do great. Keep it up!

For a 1st RU-vid video, the content and quality is outstanding.

at his age i could not afford a beater car. wow

I didn’t get a chance to watch the whole video yet but I love what I’ve seen. Thanks for sharing this awesome video.

What a fantastic trip thank you for sharing I watched the whole Video! You have guts Bruddah!!

imagine "this video is sponsored by war thunder!".

I can’t imagine how miserable it must be to fly that thing all the way across the country. The thing is so tiny and touchy on the controls, and I can’t imagine how tricky your fuel planning had to be given the fuel capacity on that thing. Flying an airplane like that across the country is definitely a feat above any other aircraft! Pat yourself on the back man! Respect!

Great video! Keep doing what you're doing!

This was REALLY great, thank you. Quality video too! Just bought a Cessna and beginning my training!

i dont know how i landed here , but i watched the whole video lmao.

Ben, your video brought back a lot of memories for me. I was a pilot at 16 and joined the US Army as an Aeroscout Observer. I made a Cross Country solo from Enterprise, AL to Kinston, NC while in training at Ft. Rucker, AL. What brought back memories was the trips from Ft Hood, TX (Killeen, TX) to NTC Ft Irwin. We didn't ship our OH-58 Kiowa's but flew them out and back. That is some desolate areas, and we crossed the Rocky's at El Paso, and I will never forget, that was still way up there, with the snow capped mountains. Glad you are enjoying your aviation time, its great to see a young man enthused by it. I will follow your videos and see how everything turns out. God Speed and God Bless. Sincerely, Jerry

Dude, this video was really entertaining, thanks

Awesome job, Ben!

Next video: I bought a rocket on the MOON and had to fly it back to earth.

Amazing video bro! Let’s adventure together sometime !

Nice to see Meridian's airport getting some love.

LIVING A DREAM YOU CAN DO ANYTHING!!! WHAT A BLESSING KEEP GOING...

There's a reason many people simply trailer these to airports. I've heard just keeping these wings level is a full time job.

I really enjoyed watching your adventure. About 13 years ago I picked up my Pitts S1S from Palm Beach County Florida and flew it home to Springerville Arizona. One of the best memories I have. Living the Dream! Thanks for sharing

Awesome vid, glad you made it home safe.

DUDE YOU ARE A LEGEND.... what the hell! this is crazy dude. you must have bought some pristine aircraft lol, best lucks on next trips!

Nobody: The doggo in the background: *I must consume*

Why is no one talking about how underrated his channel is? Great editing brother. U earned a sub!

THIS is why I bother watching youtube. VERY well done young man, and welcome through the Lone Star State... too bad you didn't have the resources to truly enjoy the trip over a couple of weeks. Those little Pitts' are the most amazing planes, as are the rest of their lineup. THANK YOU for sharing this adventure with us, I had goosebumps through a lot of it, which aren't easily generated usually. I've got to know what that gorgeous lil plane cost you! Excellent pick, I wish I had the $$$ to afford one. BTW, as with all places, the locals pronounce things weird.... Pecos is more like Pe'cus to us natives. Greets from Brown County in the Texas Heartland.

i absolutly love this man i have always wanted to do this keep it up!!

He took social distancing to the next level

Who else is going to recreate this flight in FS2020?

This video was a blast! Absolutely amazing story, thank you for sharing it!

5:08 🤣 It looks like ur plane is in timeout

You did not search this video. RU-vid searched you.

This why you should chase your dreams when you’re young and fearless, with unbridled optimism and boundless energy, all the ingredients for great adventures . Enjoy your life young man, keep your momentum and keep your spirits strong.