Operation Cub Killer Follow Up - Numbers and Performance 

Glad Nikk is recovering. Prayers bro.

As an A&P, and a pilot, I have to say it’s nice to hear a pilot speaking fluently with a clear understanding of this type of stuff. It kills me when I hear people say insane stuff like: “carb heat reduces the effect of gravity so the fuel can flow easier” because they don’t understand the machine they’re operating thousands of feet in the air. Anyways nice work as always, and sorry to hear about your friend.

Love Nikk- many prayers headed his way for a speedy recovery. His quick smile, his humor, his obvious love of flying- I hope his down time is short, but, glad that he's still among us- a great addition to your wide and varied group, Trent. Obviously, the accident was caused by hypothermia. It must've been hard to fly in the cold and imposing shadow of TRENT PALMER, heating vents would've helped that scene. Thanks for the numbers, and, the insights of the 915 iS. It's easy to forget all of the FADEC tech, dual alternators, engineering and planning that went into the design/build of that motor. I agree, it's super well considered from all aluminum construction to dual ECU's, programming, etc... I will admit that I'm a little sad that it lost some of it's zippy, fighter characteristics, but, the slight forward C of G will have that stabilizing effect, the increased weight (inertia) along with no modifications of wing or tail feathers will net out a little less responsive overall. It looks friggin awesome (love the carbon V on the front cowling!), it climbs like Draco -OK, almost like Draco, and, I adore the teddy bear in the mouth of that rangy fox... I sense a purchase in my near future! I enjoyed the cub vs. fox ribbing, but- let's be honest- they're BOTH great planes! (Don't tell Cory or STOL Pilot Quinn I said that tho!) Hey, we need a house update soon. Can't wait til you're flying out of your driveway... Thanks for the info, we've all been waiting! Dave P.S. Thanks for the Garmin G3X input, I found it very insightful. I like the way it integrates firewall forward, it seems to mate up well with the Rotax engine, which seems to be well planned in case of failure...THEY seem to work well together...

May Nikk continue on the path towards good health and amazing flying.

Motor is Latin for something/body that moves something. You're absolutely right! Prayers for Nikk.

Prayers for Nikk. What a tough dude!

Nikk, don’t let injuries get you down. If you survived, you can recover, and you’ll recover with an outlook on life, a second chance, that many don’t get. You will come out galvanized, you will see clearly what matters in life. (Not that you don’t already) Thanks for sharing your stories with us Trent, Nikk, and the rest of the fliers. P.S. your motor/engine rant was perfect 👌🏼

Prayers, positivity and healing for Nikk.

Get well Nikk! Prayers from Norway

Sorry to hear about Nikk. I hope he as a speedy and full recovery. I am sure with good friends and family he will have a lot of support to moving forward.

Wishing Nikk a speedy recovery

I'm quite impressed with the performance. That cub killer sticker is so sick I just ordered some merch!! It was cool meeting you at HSF and seeing the Freedom Fox in person. Real sorry to hear about Nikk but glad he is doing well and nice to see a smile on his face in the pictures of his status updates :) Thanks for another awesome Vlog. can't get enough!!

Hope Nikk recovers quickly. It could happen to anyone of us. Need you back in the air making videos.

Prayers for Nikk. Be safe.

Nikk's video had me in tears. prayers

I waved at you and Nick as you overflew my house northbound on the day of the accident. I was outside loading up the car. I had an uncomfortable feeling when I saw the HASTY team and sheriff's deputies northbound on 395 on my way in to town. Thanks for posting the mention of the accident. FYI, a non-turbo 300 HP Lycoming IO-540 engine is now $109,000 and has NONE of the advanced features on the engine itself that your new Rotax has. It was designed in the 1950s.

Prayers and blessings of healing to Nikk, blessings on the doctors and nurses and therapist involved in his care and recovery.

Nikk Speedy Recoverey..........prayers sent..............keep your head up! Big A

Great Video Trent, and prayers for Nikk

Been thinking about Nikk and his family, both physical and flying families, since the news of the crash. Hoping for a full recovery and thank you for keeping us updated.

Prayers for Nikk.

Nice work. Glad Nikk is still with us. Prayers.

Thanks for the update on Nikk. Happy he is recovering and making progress. there is a whole world of people, who follow you and the Cowboys, and are pulling for his speedy recovery. Best to Nikk, and to you for being there for him.

Trent you are an inspiration to all who aspire to make a career in aviation. I have been flying for over 46 years and over 20000 hours of incident free total enjoyment flying aeroplanes. Your views and attitude to this fantastic pastime you should be very proud of as they mirror the true passion I have for flying. Please keep these stories coming and all the best to your friend, get him back in a plane as soon as you can. Boydie,Sydney Australia

Sending prayers for Nikk

Sorry to hear. Prayers for Nikk. Be careful out there...

Thank you Mr Palmer, very entertaining videos and how you capture the essence of aviation. Priceless.

Speedy recovery Nikk , get back in the air soon!!

Prayers Nikk!

Another great vid and thoughts and prayers for Nikk everyday . . . .

Glad to hear Nick is still with us! Wishing him a speedy recovery.

First off, Prayers to Nikk for a speedy recovery. I lost my mother this past week and her father was the one that had everything to do with my love for all things that fly. The brevity of our lives is one thing that we really take for granted. I can see the passion that you guys have for flying and for living your life to the fullest! As for now, I am an RC guy but events of the last couple of years have made me realize how much I miss flying. Your videos have steered me more towards getting back in the air than any others. I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your passion,experiences,and insight with us all ,Trent. Fair winds and safe landings to you my friend and prayers to Nikk for a speedy recovery and return to the air.

I shall join everyone in sending major thoughts towards Nikk - hoping he will recover well and soon be back n the air. Your plane sure is impressive now - great figures. I did watch a report on an Outback Shock Cub recently and that thing is insane for STOL... stall seems well down the 20's, and 180 HP power unit. Stay safe.

Go, Nikk, go! Recover, man. Sending all the healing vibes I can muster on this Monday morning.

Like you said Trent, it can happen to any of us. God speed to Nikk, sending good mojo his way. Hope you keep us informed of his recovery. He seems like a really nice guy.

Keeping Nikk in our prayers

Praying for Nikk to have a quick recovery. Trent, full details of the crash would be good to put out there when you are ready. Many people following your videos and your exceptional flying (you make it look easy) have no idea how close to the limits you guys are flying and how quickly something can go wrong. I hope Nikk gets back in the air soon. Keep up the great work!

Watched you guys for a long time now. You've inspired me to get my ass out of my couch, and I'm 10 hrs down the road for my pilots license! I wish you all the best and hope Nikk gets better fast, and that the accident won't put him off flying... Stay safe :)

So sorry to hear about Nikk. I absolutely love watching you guys. Hope he heals quickly.

Praying and wishing you a speedy recovery Nikk! Happy to hear you're alive! Can't wait to see you flying again, soon bro!

Prayer to Nikk. Thank you for posting these videos. My sons are in elementary school and watch your videos over and over. I know they have learned a lot more from this than if playing video games or watching some wasted of film cartoon. Thank you for keeping it classy and mostly interesting for them.

My life realy turned around when i met your videos and same with Marley Yorkie and i might add you rock brother! My life would be alot different. I understand this makes no differnet to you. But you changed my life. No more drink, no more weed. No more bitches. We love you. Marley and I!

Great video Trent ... Prayers to Nikk !! Be safe !!

Glad Nikk is recovering. You and nikk are my inspiration on flying so much i ordered an S7 STI and cant wait to get it together. Hopefully be seeing you two at high sierra for 2019. Good luck to you. And speedy recovery for nikk.

Congratulations on the Second place finish at High Sierra Trent! No small thing considering your competition... well done! Great numbers and extremely impressive... thanks for the update. I am terribly sorry to hear about Nikk! I will keep him in my prayers and hope that he recovers quickly...

Thanks for the up date Trent, all my taught to Nikk physical and psychological recovery ,having close relative and friend going true the ordeal , i wish him to come out of it stronger and well ,i am still working on the Fox killer and got to a mill stone, engine test was successful dyno the apex at 221 HP @ 9987 RPM with 8 pound of turbo boost , all engine weight is 211 pound all fitted cost so far 13K , pertly impressive, got to work on redundant ignition system now so i can slap it in front of of the Cartesian fox hunter, need to finish the carbon fiber super structure , and cover the dam fuselage already, Trent you have a good looking and very performing machine , my hate to your hard work and dedication sir .

Prayers for Nick for a speedy and full recovery. All the best.

Prayers for Nikk, you and all fellow pilots & families. Trent, you're so good, organized, concise and relaxed in your presentations on the Vlog. Hats off to you. Love to see some more drone BTS on the work side of things. Thanks for entertaining all of us.

I’m a simple man, I see a Trent Palmer video, I click like. Prayers for Nikk! I hope his recovery will be fairly quick, smooth and painless!

Peace and blessing to Nikk, his family and friends who are affected by this incident. Reflection is part of recovery for all involved. Prayers for your recovery.

Get well soon Nikk!

Get well soon Nikk. Yea the 915is is the benchmark for the latest tech. It's the way to go. Your Fox is set up well. Keep rockin'!

So sorry to hear about Nikk. Fast recovery....

Prayers Nikk's way! Hope he recovers fast. Thanks for the update on the Kitfox. 1800 feet a minute! My 230 HP 182 best rate is a about 1500 FPM starting at 400 MSL on a cool day, me only, half tanks. That takeoff angle is pretty radical! Awesome machine.

Said a prayer for your boy Nikk. Hope he has a swift recovery. Y'all be safe out there. Congrats on the new motor, also you are right on; the engine/motor pedants need to chill.

May the force be with you Nikk. A little tumble can't keep a good man down. Cowboys that ride hard fall hard so time to cowboy up and back in the saddle. better to live your life on the edge than play it safe on the ground. Tonight , I raise my glass to you for having a life full of passion and walking or should I say soaring with eagles when others are hanging with chickens. God speed with your recovery bro. .

I just saw photos of the crash. There is a God for him to survive that. I will keep Nikk in my prayers.

My prayers are Nikk and family. Trent your living my dream, God Bless you and yours​. Just like you said anything can and will happen. But with God's help and Blessings we will endure.

Give 'em hell, Nikk. I know you will. No mercy on your full recovery!

Speedy recovery Nikk!

Prayers for you nick

Trent I'm very sorry to hear about Nick. My heart aches for him and you all. I know the pain of losing a plane but not the tremendous physical pain on top. My airplane was recently damaged in the wind. Now I have a full winter project. Prayers and safe flying to all. Great vids keep em up.

Thoughts and prayers for Nikk and the family continuously!! Thank you for the update on Freedom Fox and especially Nikk.

I'm glad Nik made it to hospital, I don't do prayers, but I certainly wish him the fullest, speediest recovery possible, and note that technology and medical care has never been better than it is today, so thanks to the hard, unceasing work of good people at universities, hospitals, laboratories and so on, chances of recovery from traumatic injuries have never been as good as they are right now. I'm no pilot, but I work with high-voltage electrics where things can also go bad in an instant - my advice is check that you are shitting yourself every time you do it - as long as you're still aware enough to be scared, you'll stay careful. One thing I do that some think is weird, is I vocalise my checklist as I'm doing it, hearing my own voice is somehow like hearing someone else ask me, and I'll double-check and answer myself as I'm writing it down. Keep checkin' those filler caps, Trent. (PS this second paragraph is just general comment from someone who regularly works in an area with great hazards - I do not mean to imply that a lapse in procedure had anything to do with the particular accident Trent described).

I've watched this video twice, still can't get over Nikk crashing. He has been and will be in my thoughts and prayers as long as it takes.

Trent,, So sorry to hear about what happened to Nikk!! Am very glad he is still with us!! He is a good friend of yours for sure!! May he heal quickly as possible and rejoin the ranks of the Cowboys!! Fly Low,,, Fly Safe,,, G - man

Climb attitude is incredible.

Thanks Trent, great video! Us followers in Alaska are hoping for a quick recovery for Nikk!

Praying for your full recovery Nikk !

Get well soon Nikk, praying for a full recovery. Good to see another post about your upgrades Trent. Keep on flying! As always be safe up there.

Prayers to Nikk and his family...speedy recovery

get well soon nick

All the well wishes to Nick from way over in Sweden.

Hey Trent. I started flying in sept after watching ur videos. Thanks buddy.

Thanksfor another great video, Trent. I agree, it is good to hear somebody who knows what is going on with what on the operations of things mechanical. Now for the important part: I saw the news the day the accident happened (we live in SE Arizona,) and knew immediately who it was. I was so releaved to hear that Nikk is alive and recovering. I can't wait to see him up and flying again, and our prayers are with him for a speedy and full recovery!

So sorry to hear about Nick. Praying fo a quick recovery

Sorry about your friend prayers going up!

I wish all the best to your friend and to see him back in the air! Cheers from Switzerland !

Prayers for Nikk

A lot of prayers for Nick from France.

According to leading edge airfoils. Com, the price of the 915is is $38,667 USD. I was curious so I figured you Trent Palmer fans would be curious too!

Thanks for the specs, I'm one of those nerds who has been waiting for numbers. Prayers for Nikk!!

Hey trent great video, many prayers for nikk. He has a positive attitude, hopful for speedy recovery and flying once again.

Thoughts with you Nikk. Stay strong mate. Make sure you get back into the pilots seat as soon as you can and don't be afraid. I'm sure you will get back in there. Good luck ing your recovery.

Glad Nikk is OK prayers for a speedy recovery, Awesome video as always Trent - thanks for the numbers. That turbo is most impressive but I got to say the avionics gets me the goose bumps.

I saw pictures of the plane on the news. It's amazing he survived. Praying for a speedy recovery for Nikk and h is family.

Quick healing, Nikk!

Praying for Nick. Have been following you on Instagram where I first heard of Nick. Fly safe!

Prayers for Nikk and a fast and complete healing. Nice vid. Beautiful Kitfox with a great Austrian engine. I am not a friend of the word "Cubkiller"......

Thoughts with you Nikk, loved your work on your aircraft! Now get well and build another!

Prayers for Nik...

Praying for a speedy recovery for NIkk! Awesome internal combustion engine/motor! sweet ride!

Glad he's on the road to recovery. In our prayers. Please keep us updated whenever possible.

So sorry to hear about Nikk. Hope he gets back to flying and can't wait to see him in your future videos.

Prayers bro. I hope he gets well and back in the air soon.

You will rock the recovery Nick, and be back in the air in no time.

Wishing Nick a speedy recovery and hopefully he can get in the air again soon. Sad to say goodbye to his newly built airplane, but looking forward to where he goes from here. Thanks for the info Trent, God Speed Nick

Pass on well wishes to Nikk. Get full soon & always enjoy life to its fullest.

Hope Nikk has a quick recovery. Please keep us updated on his progress.

So glad to hear Nikk will be ok. Prayers for Nikk. Now for the freedom fox.... THAT PLANE IS SICK! Nice job and thanks for all the specs.