"They Said This DC-3 Would Never Fly Again" LAST EPISODE Plane Savers E156 

DTD. Three letters that really didn't hold much significance in my life until a channel popped up in my You Tube feed a few months ago. Mikey, in his office in Yellowknife, in the dead of winter, and he talked of a DC-3. A young man, with aviation in his blood and a love of ll things DC-3 and, a healthy reverence for history. I listened to his dream. Then, I watched it happen. And now those three letters, DTD...will always bring me back the place I am now, in my heart, and in my memory. Watching as the days passed and the people came and the phoenix began it's rise from the ashes. As the snow melted she began to shine again, due to the determined efforts of a young woman who shared Mikey's life, and his passion for the project. With Ronnie leading the charge and a handful of gifted mechanics and incredibly dedicated students, and the volunteers...and the day came. And Buffalo Joe and Quinn, a former, "graduate" of Buffalo Air...unleashed her and put her back in the sky again...75 years to the day after she delivered heroes to their destiny on D-Day. You did your grandfather proud, Quinn...I could almost see him behind Ronnie. I know you felt him. Then, It was over. Mikey has done more than all of this...he has created a community, and I am proud to be part of it. Perhaps someday we will see another Title Card and hear the yell again, as another bird gets her wings back, and we all say it again as the screen shows us..."PLANE SAVERS"

What A D-Day Congratulations Mikey! Your Dad is really Proud of you we all can tell! Now you need to learn to fly her with your Dad's Instruction! THE NEXT PLANE SAVERS WILL BE MIKEY LEARNING TO FLY THIS AIRPLANE WITH HIS DAD! All who are in Favor give this a Thumbs UP!

Uncle Ronnie is the quiet rock-solid giant behind all the effort.

Love the "Buffalo Joe " decals on the rudder

I salute you Canadians for bringing her back to life. And from Connecticut, we love the Pratt - Whitney sticker on the side of the engines!!!

To All of the many volunteers and Buffalo Air Ways!!! A project you a should be very very proud of!! I have watched this twice, God bless all in this project!! I'm a retired F-111f of the 48th TFW USAFE from the 80's and 90-92. Very sentiment and very meaningful for All!! Thank You!!! Congrats!! Luv for Aviation History!! Thanks everyone for bringing back a piece of History!!

Mikey this CAN’T be the last ‘PlaneSavers’

Ronnie the quiet hero all the best

If all the Veterans who were in this plane on D-Day were alive to see her fly, they would be so proud to know all the efforts made to keep their memory alive. I hope DTD is preserved for the 100th D-Day Anniversary🇨🇦

My father went into the hospital the day episode 4 aired. I watched it next to him as he slept in a busy emergency room. After emergency brain surgery, weeks of uncertainty (and horror), we got a diagnosis. Our family watched terminal brain cancer take away the strongest person I knew and my rock. I had Plane Savers along with the repaint photos of DZ262 at CWH to keep him up to speed on. He couldn't talk much at first, it was too much of a strain, he'd be so weak the next day if we talked too much, with medication and treatment we got his personality back but he was also getting weaker and fading. It was a confusing time. I got to share in the joy and excitement of watching the process of taking a dusty, old, duct taped relic back towards flight. I could put on an episode and we could watch and laugh without talking or straining my dad. He was still in there and he was still sharp as a tack. I could tell he enjoyed seeing the process and my excitement. Plane Savers was a tiny little light in darkest and scary time of my life. We lost him March 31st. Plane savers helped us build some light-hearted memories and seeing someone take a wild ass dream and bring such a meaningful plane back to life was an honour to share with my father. Thank you for creating some beautiful memories with a man I will honour forever. Thank you for reminding me that dreaming even as a grown up is the only way to find your true path. It's a lesson I am already carrying forward into my life. Without ever meeting you Mikey, I am so incredibly proud of you. I am so grateful for you sharing your dream with us. It was an adventure for you and a well deserved break for us when everything was falling apart. Watching the school and the amazing team that stepped up around you, the generosity and compassion reminded me how much good is in the world; and how much people care to honour our military past. I hope one day, we can meet and I can help with your next project.

Wow as a 50 y/o commercial pilot from Melbourne Aust this brought a tear to my eye, if only all planes could be saved. Planes are like a member of the family an extension of the pilot Well done & a huge congrats to the team.

I see I'm not the only one who is looking forward to seeing DTD at Oshkosh.

OMG. I lost it when Joe asked Mikey to open up the airplane to the crowd and he would stay all night if that’s what it takes. Pure class. Congrats to the whole team. Hope you make it to Hamilton for the Ontario crowd.

So amazing, and so sad it's over.. please consider saving another!!

My thanks and gratitude to all those blessed folks who restored and brought back to the skies this iconic aircraft of what some would consider the start of modern commercial aviation. My Dad’s spirit was on that plane on it’s return to the skies. He worked on just about every C47/DC3 built at Douglas Aircraft and Santa Monica & Long Beach, CA. During WWII one C47 rolled off the line pre flight ready every hour. He retired from McDonell Douglas after 37 years of dedicated service. As a youngster I saw the first DC8 take off from LGB on it’s maiden flight in beginning era of the commercial airline Jet Age.

Thank you Mikey and all of the volunteers for bringing some purpose to honour those like my Great Uncle Ovide Bastien, who at 26 Years of age lost his life June 6th, 1944 Crpl. 1st Parachute Battalion. This DC 3 was there then and still lives on to keep alive those memories. Thank you to all who made this happen.

Mikey, your dad saying "I'll stay here all night to show this off" .... meaning he's so proud of what you accomplished.... I'm not crying dammit, it's just eye leaks. The story isn't over, it's just begun... thank you.

Mikey, I am sitting here with tears in my eyes and an over flowing heart. What you and this crew have accomplished is rare, and special. You and your team of mostly volunteers had a common passion to see this proud and storied bird slip the surly bonds of earth. You did it, she flew again!!! Ronny knew it from the beginning and Joe knew it the moment he saw her, and I can tell you she leapt into the air with the eagerness of a bird that had waited 27 long years locked in chains. She belongs up there amongst the clouds and you and the teamed freed her. Take a bow one and all, you fully deserve it. To have played a small part was an honour and privilege. Thank you Mikey, and thank you to the whole team for putting her back together and for trusting me to help Joe give her another run around the patch. To fly with Joe again, and to have the opportunity to memorialize the pilots and soldiers of D-Day was humbling. Getting to flying the same plane as my grandfather is something I have no words to adequately describe. It was an experience I will cherish for a life time. My hat is off to all of the Plane Savers community that has watched, and supported Mikey and the team in this project. I know that you kept them all going during some tough and long days when the end was not always in sight, but the deadline loomed large. Cheers to all, Quinn

Congratulations Mikey and team. There is nothing quite like pleasing your father and getting a "Well Done Son". I could feel the pride in both of you! Lots of tears here. Thankyou for showing us your lovely family and extended family and an incredible journey to victory!

I love the ATC lady.......there's gonna be a delay for take off due to the DC3 we will let you when you can take off so don't call back......lmao

At 71 years of age is is fantastic to see something older than me performing so well. I have always thought that was the most beautiful plane around. Perfect lines and balance. I got to fly in two of them back in the late 60s . First one had the starbord engine blow up shortly after take off. Captain came on as calm as anything said they had had some mechanical problems so they returned to Wright Patterson AFB. Second try the next day flew right into JFK in NY. I was the only passenger left and the captain flew around Brooklyn to let me see my house from the plane. Contradulations on a fantastic series, and the restoration of a true classic airplane. thank you

I never saw Ice Pilots (sorry) so when I saw Episode 1 I was like "who is this guy?" Hit subscribe to see what would come of it and wow, a wonderful decision rewarded time and time again. Thanks to every Plane Saver around the world. Not just those in the core team on the ground but everyone who sent videos, donated, commented or even just hit the like button. What a fun journey and a wonderful outcome. Oh and special shout out to ENA and especially Benjamin & William.

It brought tears to my eyes when I saw Ron on board for the test flight. He really was the hero of the entire project and the glue that kept it all together. To have driven from Yellowknife and camped out by the aircraft for the entire project was absolute dedication. Good luck with everything and have a safe drive home Ron. Anthony Hickey Calgary, Alberta

I don’t know of anyone else who could have pulled this off Mikey but you. You put the team together and kept the wheels greased. I watched every single episode, when on holiday in Scotland, England and Iceland and didn’t miss an episode. Big congrats to you and the mad group of volunteers that got ‘er done. Best wishes to you all. I’ll never forget that registration CFDTD.

Well done everyone. I am super glad that I got to be a part of this 156 day journey of rescuing another DC-3. I look forward to the next episode of the journey home, the numbers and anything else in between. Great to see you have such a supportive family Mikey, and they showed how proud they are of you as well.

I think Arnie would be proud of you Mikey. Well done Plane Savers. Well done.

ENA was an integral part of getting C-FTD ready for that important day, The plaque is very fitting. You could always leave her there for other students to learn on.

Bobby you are a star, and i hope your little girl played to make you proud! I hope she played "Little Wing"!! Not only a great song, but somewhat appropriate? All the best with the Tutor you have been a real anchor on this project!

The presenter is so passionate and enthusiastic that he had me standing up and cheering when I saw air under the wheels. Well done to one and all, a very worthwhile project.

ATC lady, "sit down and shut up - DC-3 comin thru". LOL.

I'm still crying well done to all of you at Plane Savers Joe was right "we'll make her fly"!!!!!

FDTD will always mean "From D-Day To Destiny" to me, cause Mikey. She was destined to be with you. And WZS and ROD. she belongs with a family they loves honors respects and truly cherishes what these planes did. Do and will continue to do for people. Truly hope she flies till the 150th anniversary of D day and your great grandkids bring her to normandy

My wife asked me why I had tears in my eyes, so I showed her the episode. Words cannot express my admiration to the whole Plane Savers team. What a triumph! If this can't be edited down into a documentary, then my years as a broadcaster have been a waste of time. And Bobby's absence so beautifully explained, working so hard to see her fly, and forgoing the opportunity to attend his daughter's concert. WOW! I'll miss all of you. Cheers from Australia.

Omg... What are we going to do now! We only live a couple of hours from Chwilog (North West Wales) we will go and visit one day soon... It's as close as we're ever gonna get physically to DTD. THANK YOU MIKEY! Thank you all from the bottom of my heart to make me feel this close to something so far away. 😍😍😍

Almost five years later, I still can't watch this episode without crying. I think I bawled more this time than the first time I saw it. Definitely on my bucket list to someday see DTD in person.

This episode is worthy of the culmination of all the hard work, dedication, commitment to excellence, attention to detail skill and expertise necessary to rejuvenate a 27 plus year old neglected and all but forgotten Queen of the Sky. Thanks to Mikey and his crew for “saving this plane”. They truly are Plane Savers! An idea for season two of “Plane Savers DTD” is to chronicle where and what her new adventures will be. She has a following! And I still think her nickname should be “Stella”.

Congrats Plane Savers. It has been a fun adventure. Thanks for bringing us along. God Bless all those we lost fighting on D-Day to defend freedom.

In 1974-76 I was the Senior Avionics Mechanic assigned to the U.S. Army Electronic Proving Ground Aviation Branch at Ft. Huachuca, AZ. We had one of the last C-47 aircraft flying in the Army inventory. We used it to support our OV-1 Mohawks and as a flying test bed for avionics systems. I spent a lot of time working on her we even installed an INS system that was the same as the OV-1D Mohawk. We did a retrofit on her wiring from nose to tail and the main point I want to make is I didn't think you could get her flying in the time allotted. You all pitched in and did one Hell of a good job. Congratulations !

I finally had an opportunity to see this video this as I was in St Hubert to see it live. There are many reasons a person is drawn toward something. A hobby,memory or a career. I was instantly interested in this aircraft and what you Mikey had set out to do. WHY?I spent my entire 52 years of existence wondering what my Dad Ken would have looked like flying a war bird as this.He was rated in1961 on the Dak and had 12 years on them. I read his logs and was mesmerized by how many places he flew it. I was too young to have seen any of this and never had the opportunity to see him pilot a DC3. The man I admired I lost last December. And with him went his history. When your Uncle Ronnie this aircraft was going to fly, I knew this would be my only chance to see it. To see your Dad pilot this magnificent aircraft, I was given a wonderful gift. I saw what my Dad looked like if he were flying it. It was as though he was there. If I could say thank you 1000 times a thousand, it would not suffice. I'll close by extending my heartfelt gratitude to you, the crew and you Dad who gave me a glimpse into who My Dad was .Ken Escott may1936-Dec 2018 Thanks Mikey.

BIG FAT CONGRATS to all of you! Mikey, Stella, Joe, Rod, Ron, Jay, Dusty, Bobby, Benjamin, William, Spaghetti Don, Benoit, Fred, Pierre, Nick plus everybody whose name doesn't come to my mind in this moment: YOU GUYS KNOW HOW TO DO IT RIGHT!!!!

Tears of joy being being shed all over the world for what you and your team have achieved. congratulations Mikey. Kev. F West of Ireland

Thanks to you Mikey and all the team. It has been such a great journey. Looking forward to the next one. What a family Plane Savers has become... Dave

Way to go Mikey and Team! That was a tear jerker for sure! So glad I was able to be there and help a little to tell this story!

Hundreds of hearts at full throttle on this unforgettable day to watch her take to the skies again. Thank you all for making this dream come true for many who worked tirelessly on DTD.

Arch Stanton encapsulated this moment & feeling so well with that comment 3 years ago, perfect in fact. Aviation is passion for so many, myself included. It's now 2023 & I still hunger for more of this. PLANE SAVERS!!! Forever!

Thank you Mikey.

The BEST upload ever on RU-vid, congratulations.

I know you have your regular job to get back to, but I hope you produce a few more vids when traveling to Oshkosh, etc. Awesome journey, and people! Your reaction yesterday was priceless, and the majority of your viewers felt exactly the same. Onward and upward! Thank you all!

Thanks Mikey, so happy for you. Enjoy your rest. Thank you for all you've done. Thanks to all Plane Savers. Chris in Ireland

Nothing like a well born Douglas in the air again.

MIkey, you have created a world wide community with your project, I am sure that like me they are happy for your success and sad to see the journey end. Congratulations and thank you to everyone that has contributed to the project. Just a great series to watch. Special thanks to Uncle Ronny, he is a little camera shy but he put in quite a shift to get the project completed..

Mikey if I wasn't on my phone I would type out a huge paragraph, but as I am I will come back and type it later. 156 days I've been watching, 156 days of waiting anxiously. Yesterday, she flew. 33 thousand people's dream achieve, she flew. Now, the best and most consistent youtube series is coming to an end. Now, i have nothing to wait for every evening, but the ride as it was was AMAZING. Everything that happened between Episode 1 and today are just amazing. Thank you and the whole crew so much, you all did what most sane people would not do, restore a DC-3 within about 2 months. Maybe next season of Plane Savers I will be able to help out, but until season 2 rolls around, and till we meet again, thank you Mikey, Stella, Joe, Ronnie, serge, Benjamin, Pierre, Bobby, Trent, everyone who I forgot the name of cause I am bad wth names, even 2 months in, everyone from ENA, and the entire Plane Savers community, thank you all.

This crew was an amazing group to see pull it together. I'm so happy for guys like Will and Benjamin. A bunch of college kids who busted their a$$e$ and got to see their work pay off on such a stage, working alongside other volunteers and some of the best of the business. Mike, thanks so much for letting us join you on this project. God bless.

Wow, what a journey and what awesome people we’ve met on the way. Thank you each and everyone of you. The very best of luck for the future and Mikey special thanks you you and I hope periodically you can let us have updates. Finally a special shout out to Bobby, father of the year.

And there you are, grown up man, but crying like a child when that plane took off again. Beautiful. I was in Germany, in Faßberg and Berlin during that time, when the DC3s were flying there. Special moment. Absolutely special. Thank you!!

She flew out of the past into the heavens and our collective hearts . . . and through this system of global union, hundreds, if not thousands, retraced the steps of the greatest generation along the road of humanity. Thanks for inviting us along Mikey, was one heck of a ride!!! :)

Sorry that Bobby was M.I.A. the last couple episodes. I hope he’s alright and everything is o.k. with him. We miss Bobby! Sad that he couldn’t be there for the end... OH, I see Bobby now! I must have missed him yesterday. Glad he was there after all!

Please! Save another ✈️. Your channel is AWSOME.

What on earth am I going to do now tears in my eye's after watching this final episode 156 of Plane Savers I'll miss each and everyone of you hope Bobby's daughter had a good concert thank you so much for letting me be a part of this incredible journey please keep the world updated on C-FDTD new adventure where ever the skies may take her ❤ Richard from Doncaster South Yorkshire England

Restoration and daily flying of a Dakota was a dream I had decades ago; as an old has-been, it is a pleasure to live it vicariously with y'all.

Best series I've ever watched on RU-vid. Congratulations to everyone that made this happen. From the past to the present, this airplane flies again!!!

Thanks for your determination and perseverance, I think that was the best way to honor the ones who gave everything Lest we forget!

It's hard to know where to start commenting on this video, because I'm in tears watching this episode for so many reasons. You've saved something that helped defeat fasicts, and in doing so honoured the memory of everyone who fought, and in many cases died, protecting those ideals. Not only that, but the idea you and Benoit had to save this aircraft has created a family, in the truest sense of that word. People coming together, from near and far, to build something that transcends any individual, and you've done it with style, wit, a great sense of humour, and not a little cheekiness, but most importantly a sense of humility. I am overwhelmed by the kindness extended by complete strangers to one another, in the pursuit of this noble cause, and have to say that if this is how Canadians treat one another, then the rest of the world has some catching up to do. Lastly, there's a small amount of sadness knowing that this will be the last episode of Plane Savers, but let me temper that with a hope. If you ever find yourself in Australia, I would be honoured to meet you, and extend some local hospitality as a small way of saying, 'Thank You'. Mikey, you are an inspiration, and a gentleman, and as a part of the extended Plane Savers family, I salute you, sir.

It always made me sad to see her out there rotting in the harsh Quebec weather. You guys have done a great thing for aviation and the country by saving her. Lots of parts of this hit home for me. My Dad, ex rcaf clunk driver and dot pilot probably flew her in the 60s. I am an engineer on the CSeries and was on board ship #2 for her icing trials over hudson bay and supported many flights from the ground. To see her in the background is a bit sad but she did her job really well and will teach a new generation of engineers at the school. It is a great thing that young people from the school got involved and got to appreciate what a legendary airplane the dc3 is. It just has to be the greatest airplane ever built. Can't think of a better pilot to fly her, and what a generous heart to give the FO a touch 'n go! I really enjoyed this. I'm not crying, there must be a leak in my hangar roof 🤥

Well done Mikey I was crying with joy along with all you guys and girls fantastic day today God bless you all this is an achievement of great faith that you all can cherish the rest of your life, I am very proud of you all.

Mikey, there are few, if any, people in this world that could have pulled this off as you did.....for you to assemble such a great team of volunteers and keep the momentum going was nothing short of incredible. Taking all of us along for the journey was a gift to everyone around the world. Thanks for the ride and all the best for future endeavors......you've created a movement. PS...Benjamin and William should have permanent job offers at Buffalo, redeemable at any time.

lovely, even nav canada participating. . .if you think you made it in life flying corporate in 777, but this man smiling like seeing his/her first born. hats of to you mr quinn jones.

Great to see DTD back in the air. The power of an idea and good people. The best of Canada.

August 5th 2023, Watched every single episode & live stream from the day this began. This journey was like nothing else ever recorded in our time, simply beautiful. Thank you Mikey.

This was an excellent documentation of the trials and tribulations of aircraft restoration in such a short span of time. Usually, museums with flying collections take years, if not decades to pull off what Mikey and the crew did. Hats off to all of you!

Congrats to everyone involved. What an emotional 😭 day. Don’t stop Mickey. Sad Bobby couldn’t be there. From Australia 🇦🇺.

.All I can say is, thank you, never have in the course of in the love of aviation, have so many of us been inspired by the few real heros of aviation .

Well done everyone. Standing ovations! Plane officially SAVED! Take a bow Mikey. You deserve it. This is legendary stuff!

My father DC-3 flight here in Brazil and my affection for this plane is incredible. Congratulations on keeping the story and such a beautiful machine flying. I was touched too. Big hug to all. Amazing.

This is why I love aviation. The community, the support and the fact that it can bring so much happiness to so many people. Well done Mikey! You , your family and the people who supported this project are true legends - hopefully there can be more projects like this one to show people that we shouldn't just let these amazing aircraft just fade away.

Mikey, this episode was absolutely the best ever. I was vicariously in the cockpit with them. Great video of the cockpit operations and we all shared the emotions of the crew, ground support, the crowd, and, of course, you Mikey. You held up well. I'm not sure I would have. All the best, Man!

So much to say. Your videos every night have given me a good escape from this hot dusty Iraq. The success of this project was incredible. So cool to see buffalo Joe and uncle Ronnie flying together. And that copilot is one sharp man that was on the ball the whole time. Crazy how busy it is in that cockpit. Thanks for everything Mikey. I hope you have season 2, even of its just you traveling to other people's projects or Jay and Bobby showing us how a wing is mounted. Quality work and quality people. Thanks again

Congrats Mikey and crew.....thanks for honoring all allied forces who preserved our liberty and freedom 75 years ago.

They say that with money we can do anything. You Mickey, you did it with the heart. That's why so many people appreciate what you have just accomplished. The world needs more people like you. Thanks Mickey!

years ago I shed tears of sadness out on the tarmac when our local museum's DC3 flew out for the last time. When your glorious DTD lifted her wheels from the ground, it had me shedding tears of joy. great job from a great crew to achieve all that you have done.

To all of those who said...NEVER, you had the vision of flight,................ way to go !!!! Been watching since episode #1, and will miss it. What will become of DTD now ???? Thank you for letting me see this rebirth !!!!!

If only the people of the world could come together like your team did for DTD, the world could solve any problem and be a better place. My eyes are leaking really bad right now. One of man's greatest achievements "To Fly" ★★★★★

An emotional end for me. I have been watching since the beginning. Plane savers got me through a lot as I cared for my wife and watched her lose her battle with cancer. I shed some tears tonight. Great job Mickey and crew!

Two years later, and here I am binge watching the series while I build model planes. I did follow along back in 2019, but now I really watched episode after episode and really loved the way in which a piece of history was brought back to life. Thank you!

I watched this earlier today and you made a lot of things possible. I believe words cannot express everyone's gratitude for the reconstruction of this aircraft. I saw so many important things going on and I read between the lines. Honoring a former Pilot of the Aircraft was DTD's way of showing that she is still a Bird. All the volunteers were excellent and watching it come together one piece at a time was absolute miracle based. Remember this no one in the World has brought a stripped DC-3 from a scrap yard to flying in just a few months. This was an almost impossible task. If I was you I would try and keep it Flying and Keep those Engines. This Aircraft is Special and Priceless. I seen the other D-Day aircraft however I am Impressed with Backbone Stella who is a good manager. I hope you two get Married on DTD in the Air. Who knows. DTD deserves a Hangar of it's own back at your Home Base. Your Mom and Dad are excellent people be glad you still have yours around. If you can Keep Stella she is your Light. Family, Stella, Hangar, DTD, you have the will power of a hundred men. Get er Dun!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My thanks to everyone who Helped and on my Flight Case I put " In remembrance of those who supported DTD may God be with you". Plane Saversssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

At 29.24 it looks like Uncle Ronnie is crossing himself!! No need for that Ronnie, this is the Plane Savers, nothing can stop you!!

You will have to do encore at Oshkosh and when you get it home. Congratulations sir and crew. Thank you!

One of the best stories of a young man's dream coming true-with thousands of friends cheering him on! Powerful images of the flight! Seeing the three sages of the DC3 flying her around as if it was second nature to them to do these things that not many can even understand. BRAVO! You have just made history.

Mikey - it has been a complete privilege to accompany you and your team from Day 1 (well, Day 0 really!), each and every day. Wouldn’t have missed this perfect final episode for the world. Many congratulations - enjoy your holiday and I look forward to following you again soon. Take care - Paul

I loved Ice Pilots, but Mikey your daily videos have opened up a whole world of possibility on RU-vid. Everything was so genuine and real and not contrived in any way. Real people, all big characters, even the quiet ones (Uncle Ronnie’s understatements were priceless!) No big TV crew, just you and a GoPro. Amazing! Big TV corporations watch out!

“It would be plane savers without the tail cone” LOL great!! Plane savers is the funniest plain show I’ve ever watched! LOL

Many a great man that bird represents, you made a lot of people proud folks.

Congratulations to everyone. I'm so happy for you, but I'm going to miss this everyday!

From a Gypsy Moth to a 747 ...Wow. Everything about this chronicled Plane Savers project is inspiring . Beautiful crew and beautiful stories. Thanks so much for documenting this incredible journey.

Congrats Mikey on an awesome accomplishment. I work for Bombardier myself at the Challenger plant in Dorval (CYUL) All I can say is that the people and mostly the students from ÉNA should be proud. For the students, there is nothing more awesome than having a mention that they revived a DC-3 on their resume. Congrats to ALL!

Truly amazing effort! I say that as a 20 year retired US Air Force Mechanic.

Thanks for all the hard work. You all have made a huge difference to our history. I will miss the daily show.

Awesome accomplishment, awesome contributions by the team on location, the team at Buffalo Airways, and all those who contributed what they could to support this effort. And Mikey, you should be recognized for your tour de force of project management skills as well as your leadership on this amazing project. I sure enjoyed it, hope there will be a "season two"!

Some Plane Savers can't be replayed to much! just love it !! Miss you guys..

The in-cabin footage of your dad, Quinn, and Ronnie is really precious.