Landing the Bonanza on Kelleys Island! 

Some time in April 2022 this video came across my RU-vid feed and the next day I signed up for flying lessons. My biggest challenge turned out to be getting the FAA medical certificate (thyroid cancer survivor). I persevered and got my PPL April 2, 2023 and bought a Cessna 182 a month later. My IFR check ride is scheduled in November and I’m planning on Commercial, CFI,CFII after that. Flying has been a life long dream and I finally realized it at 43 years old. Now my family and I enjoy flying cross country to visit friends/family and going to fly-ins and air shows. We are planning on going to Oshkosh in 2024, hopefully my two girls catch the aviation bug 🤞. Thanks for giving me the motivation to follow my dreams.

One of things that is impressive about Stevie is that she doesn't hesitate to ask a controller to repeat an instruction; safety before ego.

I love the way the checklist is done, it's all spoken through and pointed at along the way

Imagine being bored and take off to see your friend on another island using your very own plane. This is how crazy life can be

Can’t imagine the number of young women you are going to inspire. Great job!

I am a man of 60 years of age, I have had a fear of flying since a long time ago. on every trip, not being able to sleep, stomach ache and panic seemed to be the most frightening qualities that I had. but by looking at your flight and how you cope with flying, for the first time could travel with much less fear. I want to thank you very much from my heart. Wishing you all the happiness and success for you

I was on Flight Simulator the other day and decided to fly around Cedar point and decided to land on an island runway. As I landed I kept thinking it looked really familiar. When I reached the end of the runway I recognised the house and remember watching this video.

This woman seems like a very conscientious and safe pilot. I love her attention to the checklist. I"m 75 now and was in Army Aviation in Georgia and in Vietnam. My dad had a Piper Tri-Pacer when I was a kid and we flew to Texas and Oregon many times. He even bought a Tri-Pacer that had been flipped in a windstorn and bought spars and fabric, rebuilding it himself. The neighbors would come over and have a beer in the back yard as dad was shrinking the fabric to the completed wings with a hot plate. He paid a lot of attention to the checklist and, in the air, we were all tasked with watching for other planes. My wife wondered why I wasn't bored flying with Stevie from Michigan to Camarillo. I think because we had flown into Albuquerque and I remember taking a long time to get over the mountains when we departed. The Tri-Pacer wasn't a very powerful aircraft but easy to fly.

as a wanna be pilot, this was NOT boring. Watching you be so professional, and proficient on a fun trip is inspiring. This is a very cool video.

Love how professional she is with her checklist usage and procedures! Also unbelievably cute.

I haven't flown since my son was born in 1985 but I watch a lot of flying videos on RU-vid because I miss it so much. I really enjoy watching Stevie. She looks so small in the cockpit and flies that hot Bonanza as though she was born in it! She handles herself with aplomb and self-confidence. You go girl! Keep your wonderful videos coming.

I love that she narrates everything that she does. Big W!

just another day , visting a friend, via a god damn airplane, totally relatable

Watching a pro at work here. Any pilot who tells me they loves the check list is my kind of pilot. Thanks for sharing.

I'm a 68-year-old woman who was fascinated by planes as a kid (my aunt and uncle lived just off the runway of an Air Force base); I wish there had been a Stevie in my life to show me that a girl could fly, too! Keep up the great work - there ARE plenty of young girls who are finding their way into the cockpit, despite what the greybeards would like to believe; the world changes, and you're helping to make that happen. Be safe, and be well, and keep doing what you love!

Beautiful flight, excellent landing and most of all your safety checks and rechecks out loud are a great example for us learning pilots. Thank you!

@StevieTriesenberg I Saw your trip to Oshkosh and have been so damn inspired to get my license. When I was 16 & finished my chemo for Hodgkin's I started flying with my uncle. He passed away a few years later and no one else in the family could fly so they sold his plane, and because I wore glasses and was "Sick", I let people tell me I could not do this for a living. I am 50 now and as I go through my ground school lessons and the 3 hours in the air thus far, I want to leave my job, get my PPL, get my instrument rating & commercial license and somehow turn this passion into a career. All because of you and that interview with the FAA and your RU-vid and the clever TikToks. SO THANK YOU for inspiring an old man to reset his life and live his passion. You are my inspiration.

Living the dream Stevie. You totally rock as a very professional pilot, I'm sure there are a number of viewers who would love to be in your situation. I am rather at the other end age wise (68) but get my kicks flying a paramotor. Love the channel. x

Miss Stevie, with your great smile its never boring to ride along with your videos. Safe home, always.

I am always impressed at how Stevie handles her flight. I love that she speaks through all checklist, ask for repeats and is clear with her communication. I hope that my future instructor will turn me into Stevie, because right now I am confused on all lingos

Incredible form! You killed those checklists. 🤘

I grew up flying with a family friend in his 1956 Bonanza. Such good times. Glad you are out there keeping the dream alive. Blue skies!

Stuff like this truly inspires me. It's amazing what life can be like when you put the effort into making it awesome.

For 15 minutes, I took time out of busy, normal life to share this relaxing and beautiful journey. I only know it wasn't a dream because I could see it with my own eyes! And to top things off, the quote of the day: "and there's my friend's house"!! Absolutely idyllic .

You are so awesome, what a boss. I love how you are doing something that I never would even consider (because i’m pretty much terrified of everything) and you seem so calm and chill as if it’s no big deal.

As an avgeek, I thought it was pretty cool to see someone at such a young age fly such a great bird. You inspire so many people with your content. I even fly in flight simulators so I will see what it will be like once I fly in the real world.

I enjoy listing to you on how you go through all of your checklists verbally and you fly the plane so naturally and your are amazing

I've only just found this... and I think it might be my instant new favourite channel. It's like a Miyazaki film come to life. Everything about it is just magical.

When life seems really crappy, (as it can these days), this video is such a crystal clear reminder of what life is, or hopefully will be again soon! Its relaxing, freeing, and just a terrific pause in my day! Thank you!

Never boring… You are so polished it’s a joy to see and hear. The proficiency you demonstrate is a goal we all want to strive for. And I have to comment, what a very calm and collected pilot.

The care after having the “baby” back to its hangar just showed us The Love & Feeling only aces have! Congrats, from Brazil! 😉💐🍾🇧🇷

Seriously so much fun to watch! You are living the life sister! 👍🏻👏👏👏👏

Absolutely love these videos. It's so rare to be able to see all the practicalities like pulling the aircraft from the hangar and the checklists including physically checking the exterior.

Really excellent video, the consistent and meticulous attention to planning, checklists and details is outstanding.

Yes,I often wondered weather small craft pilots could listen to music and use their phone. Thanks for sharing that.😁

You go, girl! Very professionally done; I really like the way you stick to your checklists.

You are such a precise pilot. I really enjoy watching you fly, Stevie.

You're an excellent pilot, definitely living the dream!

Your friend has a little slice of heaven. I can't even comprehend how cool it would be to have a beach house right next to a runway.

The coolest pilot I seen so far ! Keep up the good work !

You do an awesome job making aviation cool to young people. Keep up the great work!

Must be incredible living off a runway! Awesome video, thank you

Stevie, I am living my aviation life thru you !!! As a fixed wing (O-1 Birddog) and rotary wing (OH-6, UH-1) crew chief during the Vietnam era I grew to love flying. Many of the pilots gave us stick time which was a highlight of the day. Unfortunately family and financial restrictions prevented me from getting my pilots license. I enjoy your videos immensely, you are very talented and professional. In those immortal words from Top Gun….”You can be my wingman “ Safe flying Ron

Wow. This just turned up on my feed. How awesome was that! I haven’t experienced anything quite like that from my screen! Great sounds! You made it look like a beautiful walk in the park! You’re all over it Stevie. Absolutely brilliant. I haven’t felt so safe in my life. Hahaha. I’m still scratching my head. Where’d this come from. Kudos from NZ.

I'm a student pilot, and watching these types of videos keeps me motivated to continue studying hard. Engines and systems, air law, meterology, human factors ... it goes on and on... so much to remember, understand, and learn. Thanks for sharing!

it was fun watching you live the dream… I stayed through the whole video I love the Bonanza and all aircraft . The closest I got was around six hours stick time with friends… But I love aviation so I build and fly radio control. I never got my license but I still maintain the dream in other ways. You look excellent behind the controls very very efficient and cautious. Your a great pilot. a personal thank you for sharing this flight with me

Stevie you are never boring!

def not a boring video!! I love it!!

That looks like a weekend well spent. Cool vid. Never knew about Kelley's Island. Looks sweet!

What a fun day! I love your commitment to checklists.

This is amazing! Great video. Your professionalisim is second to none!

Such a pleasure watching your professionalism and confidence. And your checklist dedicated carefulness, every time. Wonderful girl. 👍🌞💙

Your maturity and professionalism for one in your age group is so refreshing. You rock!

Never thought I would miss general aviation after 25 years flying 121. Great vid and Thank you:)

Checklists! That's what's been missing from my life. Got it. Thank you. Also, that was a pleasant video.

I had a dream about flying a Bonanza last night and came across this video this morning. Great camera angles and editing. Fun fact, the Bonanza has been in production longer than any vehicle on earth, since 1947

Great Video... Tunes were awesome! We need more 21C on RU-vid.

Just caught your move to Cali video part 1 and so thought I'd check this out, not realizing it was Kelly's island until I started it. As a 9 yr old standing at the fence watching planes fly over my head I was fascinated. Out of all the vacations and States we traveled to. Kelly's island will always be the vacation I cherish the most for many reasons, one being riding around in a golf cart and standing at that runway. I can't wait to see more videos.

Usually I can keep my envy in check, but it's out of control right now. That was so impressive and it looks like it's more fun than can be put into words. I do enjoy watching people do their 'job' when they are good at it, and when they are serious about it. Great video, top to bottom! I think I need to subscribe.

Ready for DEPARTURE! Love it!

Thanks for making these videos and taking us along with you Stevie, it's much appreciated. I hope many young girls will watch your channel and be inspired to do what you are doing, to follow in your footsteps and know that they can do whatever they want to do in life!

Wow... Awesome to see young people enjoying life to its fullest, and girl you got some skills seriously on top of it!

Thanks for the ride along...Great video..

You are amazing! Love watching you fly.

That was very fun to watch! Good pilots make it all look so easy.😊

You're a super sharp pilot. I still watch other's fly and I fly for a living. You fly a good plane. Keep up the great work

idk what is more beautiful, the view, the plane, the island or her eye. Great Video!

You’re awesome Stevie I’m enjoying all of your videos!! I start flight training in may and I’m so excited!

Such a great plane. Those old Bonanzas are really special.

Very professional and relaxed. A pleasure to watch an aeroplane being flown well!

So glad I found your channel. Beautiful old Bonanza and the 140A is a dream.

God bless you😍 Thank you for showing the world a portion of your amazing life. It looks so fun

Damn I have been flying once as a young kid and got my young eagles certificate and watching you do this makes me want to fly again. Enjoyed this video!

That is a gorgeous plane. Even the interior looks great.

Awesome little plane and a most careful pilot! keep that checklist going! 👍

I have been wanting to get my PPL for about a year now. Your videos are inspiring me to get it DONE!!! Thank you.

Some of these camera shots are so nice. Great editing too. You don’t have to know how or even want to fly to enjoy these videos!

I'm jealous, you are absolutely amazing Stevie.. you are a triple threat, Beautiful, You Can Fly, and You're Smart! But most of all you are safe! God Bless You Stevie, & keep flying! ✈️✈️✈️

Thanks for that video, it was beautiful and chilling. 🙌🏻😁

What an amazing life you have. It's great to see a little of the destination as well. Keep up the great work and content!

Gorgeous Bonanza absolutely amazing, congratulations Steve!!

Just found your videos! Very inspiring! I’m far too scared of heights to ever attempt this… but I can imagine how amazing it feels if you are not. Well done you! 🙌

Excellent video quality. Beautiful scenery. Great flying.

Amazing, Thanks for the Video.

Not boring at all, checklists are life, great job and thanks for sharing

Great video and brings back good memories of fun days there. We would bring our Harley over on the ferry back in the day.

Yes. great video. I just love those flight checks. Feels sooo - check box - satisfyingisch

That was an exceptional landing!! Thank you for taking us along on your adventures, you are such an inspiration!

I'd love to learn how to fly. I've only flown once in my life on a plane. I flew in a helicopter when I was 5yrs old, but that was 42 yrs ago... so I don't remember it really. This is only the second pilot video I've watched, and I'm impressed. And wow, that island looks really nice! What an amazing place for your friend Robbie to live. Too cool. And you are just too cute. Great job all the way around 👌 Thank you 🙏

I remember when I had my 1st airplane stored at Strongsville Oh. when I was 24 in 1975. I had a 1958 Cessna 182. We use to like going up to Kelly's, but flew day or night over the lake at a good altitude. We use to have to click the mike 3 times to turn on the runway lights. I like the extra power the 182 had, could load full fuel and adults and never had to worry much about weight or balance. It was rated for slips which I loved to do to come over the trees and land and turned off mid runway in 1350 ft. at Strongsville. I used that aircraft to get my private license and during my test ride for private I surprised the examiner coming in to high for my emergency landing over a farm and my examiner went to tell me I was too high and just as he said that I slipped it in and said I rather have altitude and lose it fast than be too short.😀

The best thing you do is you are so thorough with all your checks. Never get complacent. Remember. The safest thing in an aircraft is the person in the left seat, if they are competent, experienced & a good head.

Girl you are living a sweet life! Happy for you

You might think these are just boring flights, but to us who are unable to be pilots due to FAA medical restrictions I assure you they are quite lovely to watch. Keep ‘em coming! :)

I’m so happy to see you living your dream. Much love Stevie 🤍

Thank you for sharing love this little air aventures

Total BADASS!!(In a Good Way) Godspeed👍

Good job talking through your preflight. I do that even when I’m alone and not recording. Talking out loud validates and confirms “Out Loud” that the settings and readings are as expected. When something is amiss it becomes more apparent since your expectation is not met when you see a wrong reading. Well done.

Your parents should be very proud of you. I hope many other young girls see your video and be inspired! Thanks a lot for sharing. You're very beautiful, smart friendly , humble and polite!

Brings back memories 😁. My uncle use to fly a Bonanza. He ran Harrison county airport, (OH), with his wives family, they lived at the airport. Amazing way to grow up ❤.

Love your style! Verbally going through your checklists is a fantastic habit!