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What it's like to own the Magnificent Piper Matrix and the failures it takes to get there.

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Season 3, Episode 13
Thanks so much to Steve for offering to take me flying in his stunningly beautiful Piper Matrix. I very much would like to aspire to owning a machine with this kind of performance some day, but as Steve says, it takes steps. Let me know what you think the next step up in airplane should be for me!
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@jeffpeterson8522 7 лет назад

Tell Steve that he did exactly the right thing when he had a mag failure, at night especially. As an aircraft mechanic for over 25 years, as well as a commercially rated pilot I advise NEVER leave the airport environment with something like that. I think some people think that you have too many options with two magnetos, kinda like having twin engines. If you have an engine problem, LAND, ASAP. The dual mag does have a factor of redundancy, but the engine will essentially not perform the way it's designed on one. The timing is off because you only have one flame front moving across the combustion chamber instead of two. Kuddos Steve for making, in my opinion, the only right decision.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Don't worry about it being "your opinion." I think we can all agree here that it's the ONLY decision! Far a sane man, anyway... Well said, my friend.

@curtisccr 7 лет назад

Someone mentioned the Piper Lance. My dad had a ‘77 Lance when I was a teen. That was after having a 175, and then a 182. While the 182 was a good performer, the Lance was incredibly roomy and quiet in comparison. (Ohyeah, it was probably 15-20 kts faster and hauled more). The Lance is the hershy bar wing, the Saratoga would be the same plane with a tapered wing. You could probably find a decent early Saratoga that’s “affordable”. But if you really want to haul something in that airframe, stick with fixed gear and look at a Six. But I like Cessna too. And if was looking for good fixed gear single with some loading flexibility, I’d seriously look at the 206.

@kim_joshin 7 лет назад

Hello again! Press and hold the A/P disengage button will silence it after one beep! I fly the Vulcanair P68TC twin-engine for work. It's a six seater with G950 (like G1000). MAX T/O WEIGHT: 4594 LB. BASIC EMPTY WEIGHT: ~3300 LB. Climbs at 700-1000 FPM. ~100 KIAS. 38"/2500 RPM. Cruises at 135 KTAS (32"/2200 RPM @ 5.000 FT. 20-22gph TOT) You'll get 145 KTAS with 34"/2300 rpm with 26-28 GPH TOT). It flies like a C182, really easy to fly, has a very wide C.G envelope, and great view for the passengers (high wing). Long and large tail enables this airplane to land with high crosswind component (20kt+). New price: €1.2M. Company I'm working for has a couple 2015 models for sale for around €800.000. Older models sells for around €200.000+. Go get your M.E.P class rating, it is rewarding! Pluss you'll get the extra security of two engines when flying over water, especially since you want to bring loved ones with you :D As always, thanks for sharing flying videos!

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

I was convinced until you got to the price! XD That would be an EXCELLENT twin for the Caribbean, though, with so much forward window space.

@rogervoss4877 7 лет назад

I liked the Mechanic's retort to "why would you jump out of a perfectly good plane?" The Skydiver's retort is "have you seen the plane?" Most Skydivers are NOT pilots, and trust their Main/Reserve MUCH more than what they consider a 'one chance' airplane. 30-40 years ago, jump plane safety didn't get quite the attention it gets today. One operation I remember out in the boonies didn't have easy access to AvGas, so even before the STC was in effect for Auto Fuel a trip to the local gas station with a 55 gal. drum was normal for supplies. Figuring the main possible issue as vapor lock at altitude, the assumption was that if it ever DID happen the airplane was always in gliding distance of the airport if a restart didn't work. P.S. - flying lessons AFTER learning to Skydive are initially scary. No parachute for emergencies & flying too low to feel comfortable. Totally opposite the drummed in safety training of leaving IMMEDIATELY if the pilot says "GO" to get the weight out (once over 500' AGL). Pilot can deal with it, with a greatly reduced load, and if he can't he's got his OWN parachute for emergencies.

@carlospaniagua1001 7 лет назад

Awesome bird! I'd like to get airborne in a machine like this, someday :). And Steve made the right choice with that mag torned up, u never know...

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Right!? That made me so mad.

@carlospaniagua1001 7 лет назад

Friendly Skies Film why did it made you mad? Please make me know if missed something! I would've returned too. Lost a mag in a 150 once, the plane just couldn't climb no more, had to return, didn't declare an emergency tho, it just felt like it wasn't necessary.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Nah, it made me mad that other people called him a p*ssy for turning back. That's such a no-brainer!

@carlospaniagua1001 7 лет назад

Friendly Skies Film Ahh i got you! Yeah for sure!

@lillydoye7418 7 лет назад

Aircraft shown briefly at 12:28 is a Velocity XL-5, which would be awesome to see some videos on.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

I'm VERY interested in bringing that to you guys.

@amariner5 7 лет назад

I was wondering what that was. My player didn't make stopping there easy. A little attempt at subliminal messaging

@lillydoye7418 7 лет назад

I ended up using 0.25x speed to pause it at the right time. I then just Googled the tail number to find the type.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Hehe good detective work :)

@amariner5 7 лет назад

The Burt Rutan Baron

@mojogrip 6 лет назад

Can't help but notice the resemblance between you two. Nice airplane! Piper always seem to hold it's resale value longer.

@drsmsaracino 7 лет назад

Wow! I didn't think my mag issue would be of much interest. I didn't tell Nick the whole story though. If you know KFRG, you can park for the whole day at the main terminal just with the cost of the $2.50 landing fee. You can not park overnight. Once I confirmed the issue, I got a taxi clearance to head to an FBO. Once there I waited almost an hour in line behind flight crews arranging hotel and car rental car arrangements. Being about 9 pm on Thanksgiving didn't help matters. By about 10pm or so I was able to arrange a one way car rental. I get on the road and at about 11pm I am stuck in gridlock traffic. Just the kind of thing owning a plane helps one avoid. I made it home to Boston around 3am! It was one long day for sure. Given it was a holiday weekend, the plane was not completed for a week plus.

@whistlerbean 7 лет назад

As a perspective student pilot (I'm waiting for the ground school sessions to start next year), I've been binge watching your videos since I find them to be extremely educational for my future aviation life. This one included. Please keep it up!

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

And I'm merely happy to hear that you enjoy them :)

@bigtxbullion 6 лет назад

same goes for me. binge watching while waiting 12 months for my life insurance clause to kick in.

@michaelmackend4153 3 года назад

Love his response regarding the 2nd mag. Smart pilot, this Steve guy.

@spiro5327 6 лет назад

What a fantastic bird. The next step up for you is the plane you have always wanted. You have been a pilot for long enough. Don't wait just do.

@Windtee 7 лет назад

During preflight run-up in a Cirrus while in the FL Keys, my L magneto failed. I cancelled IFR clearance and taxied back. No bigs, stayed an extra day in Paradise while the bird was being fixed. Knocking anyone who decides to exercise good pilot-judgement by returning to land after equipment failure in the interest of safety... is a fool! Great show, FSF! Consider a C182 which has good payload and long XC ability. If a low-wing is your thing, a young G3 or G2 Cirrus could work. They're quite comfy on the long haul and yes, no manual trim. BRS is a plus too.

@markg4459 5 лет назад

The young man said he's got budget concerns so suggesting a Cirrus G-series isn't very helpful...

@sofloaviation 7 лет назад

Dude 50k subscribers! What a boss! Congrats man!

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Just happened the other night. Thanks, mate :)

@DocsOnAPlane 7 лет назад

Nice video and good conversation. Not over produced, good job. It’s hard for me to watch any 20minute plus RU-vid video but I watched all of this one

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Too kind. Glad you enjoyed :)

@ZZstaff 6 лет назад

I enjoyed the PA46 Malibu Mirage, it is very easy to fly and navigate, and the Piper Matrix you were in this video is in the same family. Both are very expensive single engine aircraft. I think Piper's M600 is another outstanding single engine aircraft. I have never been in or flown one however, they are beautiful, a work of art in my humble opinion. Thank you very much for this video.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 6 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed! I agree, they are unbelievably beautiful aircraft :)

@AndrewWilley 7 лет назад

When you have two mags, you have one. When you have one mag, you have none.

@scottmajor2620 7 лет назад

Love the Matrix, all the beauty of the Malibu, fraction of the cost. Great plane!

@johngraboski 5 лет назад

Man, I love this. Owning much less being able to fly a plane is just too cool. I'll just have to appreciate vids like these. I get my fix by flying FPV quadcopters. Woohoo! Nice vid and thanks!

@tallishyeti2756 7 лет назад

I think you should consider a Cessna 310. The velocity would be cool but it just seems pretty expensive and impractical

@danielbaker1897 6 лет назад

Cherokee Six!!!! Just wanted to say love your channel. I’m a student pilot and will be setting for the written next week. I hope to pick up a Cherokee Six someday.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 6 лет назад

Glad you enjoy the channel :)

@randyporter3491 7 лет назад

I like the mag story and I agree with others here. You wouldn't buy an aircraft without redundant systems, so why would you fly with a redundant system not complete and working. I agree with your decision completely. Great video !

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Well put!

@stevecastro22 6 лет назад

Beautiful airplane, thanks for sharing.....

@mrspyman115 7 лет назад

Perhaps a plane for you to consider would be a Van RV-10. Not sure it would quite have the payload you're wanting but it has some speed.

@brendaproffitt1011 7 лет назад

Beautiful plane awesome flying and you done an excellent job on this..Thank you so so much for your videos and everything you do

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Too kind. Thanks for enjoying them :)

@bennylofgren3208 7 лет назад

Friendly Skies Film Absolutely agree with Brenda! I follow a lot of aviation channels that are really good, and FSF is always up there with the best, while still being so... cozy :-), as well as being informative and fun. This was no exception, a pleasant and informative flight. I was kinda hoping for a walk-around and perhaps a more in-depth presentation of this beautiful machine, but hey, you can't always get what you want. :-) (And I'm _not_ complaining.)

@brendaproffitt1011 7 лет назад

Benny Löfgren your welcome still amazing..

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

We can probably do that for you :)

@brendaproffitt1011 7 лет назад

Friendly Skies Film Thank you so much..but why don't you aivial husky? Or sr22??if i am saying that right but what ever you choose has to be up to you..just don't be in a big hurry either my opinion yes I'M probably no help either.

@georgecharlesallen1519 7 лет назад

Engine seizure was probably condensation / moisture in the fuel lines due to being by the ocean. Happens by the shoreline to me all the time, especially if they were there when it was warm / humid and then took off at night. Bit of a sputter, then back online.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Interesting! I'll have to read up on that.

@HolisticHealthEducation Год назад

Nice plane. Enjoy.

@larsbjart3996 6 лет назад

Great video and i was amazed to hear criticism on not flying with one mag you just don't do it in my opinion thank you I enjoyed watching this

@nivkram1 6 лет назад

Such a relaxing video to watch!

@892guns 7 лет назад

You may have redundant systems but its always better to have them both running at all times. If one fails, get down and get it fixed asap

@PeterLake01945 6 лет назад

Love these videos. Thanks, FS. Can't wait to find a camera without a rolling shutter, though.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 6 лет назад

We'll see you back in the 1950's, then... Just one of the sacrifices we pay for the ease modern photography. Perhaps someday soon. I know there are a few companies working on selectable solutions.

@paultaylor9939 6 лет назад

Nice flight guys lovely plane thanks

@peanuts2105 7 лет назад

Hey Nick, how about a Chereokee Six or a Mooney M20. I did hear you mention you're not a fan of Cessna's electric flap actuation but you should look at a 182

@zruvanastrian6062 6 лет назад

Piper Aztec/Seneca if you are going to fly a lot over water.

@Flightx52 7 лет назад

Fantastic video, Nick. I just got back from a trip flying a Piper Arrow from Anchorage to Houston Texas through Canada. It was a trip! I'd love to have a chat with you about it sometime and some of the challenges we faced. As far as your next airplane, that's really a question of mission. Speed, payload, range. You can have two of those three unless you spend a good chunk of change. Lol A good step up is a Mooney M20C, D, or E model. They're short body but they carry alot of weight. The J model is a bit more expensive, but it's faster and the backseat is MUCH more comfortable. Feel free to contact me about your next airplane or anything else. I'd love to have a chat.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Agh! What a fun trip! I've always enjoyed your commentary, so feel free to shoot me an email with anything on your mind. We're getting ready for a big project for which we're gathering a panel of industry professionals, so perhaps you would be interested in that as well.

@Yotanido 7 лет назад

I would not fly on a single mag, either. That's reckless...

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Right?! I can't believe people said that.

@GaryMCurran 6 лет назад

I must have missed the comment, I'm only half way through the video. But, one mag and an ElectroAir ignition system would be installed in whatever airplane I bought. I agree with Steve's decision though to turn around and go back. Lose a mag, and the other one is to get you to the airport, the nearest airport where you can get service.

@HorizonSpeed26 7 лет назад

great video and what a wonderful plane

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed :)

@johns9694 6 лет назад

I suggest that you get an RV7... But I am biased... Nice videos! Keep up the great work!

@stevej3054 7 лет назад

It took us in 1968 Mooney M20c 12 hours and a life and death situation.

@mr_atc6205 7 лет назад

The piper test pilots can do some impressive stuff in these birds back in Vero!

@MathewLinger 6 лет назад

Go for the Belanca Super Viking. Its a great plane and easy to work on.

@markg4459 5 лет назад

If you can find an A&P who knows how to maintain fabric control surfaces & wood wings & you can ensure it's always hangared.

@Reel-Jimbo 7 лет назад

Had a rough day until i watched this great uploud as alwas

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Yay! Always glad when I can do that :)

@ikay2102 7 лет назад

Nice music in back ground. Interesting video.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed it :)

@Spec62 6 лет назад

Let me dwell a little bit on the plane choice. My initial thought was something in the Diamond category. . .or Technam.

@ryanmcelroy5512 7 лет назад

I was leaning towards a Dakota, good weight and price. a fixed gear Saratoga you can get pretty inexpensive and insurance is cheaper than ones with retractable gear. A Cessna 182 is nice weight and price. Im personally looking at a Cirrus SR-22, great weight and designs but not cheap

@r3poman671 7 лет назад

This an awesome plane. I actually got the opportunity to see this aircraft parked in the hanger of my flight school in KISP. Not this exact one but the same model and inside is a really beauty! I finally got my Private Pilot license and I've been wondering if you would like to meet at KIJD soon. I'm planning on saving up some money to buy myself into a nice Cessna 172F! I fly out of KISP and the aircraft I'm looking to partially own is conveniently parked at my home airport! Please let me know we'll keep in touch!

@clayberndt4539 7 лет назад

Have you considered the Comanche? I own a 250, 1200lbs useful load with the tip tanks STC. It's a true 4 person, full fuel airplane that will do an easy 145-150kt.

@roymollenkamp991 7 лет назад

Piper Archer would be my suggestion.

@BamTechVids 7 лет назад

love your vids.. thanks so much

@BamTechVids 7 лет назад

12:28 frame.. dream plane

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Love that machine :)

@bigtxbullion 6 лет назад

wow nice catch. fight club stlye blip totally missed it. howver I cannot seem to get the pause button to stop when it comes up. what model is it?

@GaryMCurran 6 лет назад

It's a Velocity XL-RG. Nice airplane, I'm not sure I like the concept of a pusher prop, though. I say that because of the aerodynamics of a pusher configuration.

@lethaldarkness115 7 лет назад

Woah, when did you get that beauty?! I already love it. Oh wait it's not yours.... Aawww.... I'm going to easement.... $$235,000 ?

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Lol yeah, a little above my pay grade for now :P

@johnbolin7098 6 лет назад

Seriously ? Overly cautious ? Nonsense, you made the SMART decision. Every responsible pilot knows flying is serious business and can be very unforgiving if performed in a reckless manner. I'm no hero and will err on the side of caution every time. I'm with you 100%. Nice airplane by the way !

@Justwantahover 6 лет назад

13:06 This is an efficient plane and seems to be more room in it than a Bonanza. One piston engine is nice and economical compared to a twin. A twin needs to be able to carry the whole weight including the weight of a dead engine (when one engine quits). Singles are more efficient cos it doesn't have to carry an extra dead engine. So a twin nearly needs the same power as a single engine (on each engine). Twins have to be "overpowered' when both engines are running so it can still fly with one engine. This makes a twin less efficient on fuel with the extra power and weight of the big engines. Twins should be ultra slick so they can go as fast as possible when they have 600 hp just to carry 6 people.

@SketchyRedNeck 6 лет назад

Mooney M20F you can pick up a nice one for the cost a mid level pick up truck, around 1100lbs useful, 52-56 gal of fuel depending on the year gives you a real nice payload and at 145-150 ktas depending what speed mods it may already have oh and its Fuel Injected 200 horse all on a little more fuel than a warrior

@TeemarkConvair 7 лет назад

what is it that prevents a pilot from declaring an emergency? if a situation occurs that makes you "NEED" to get on the ground, why NOT! he certainly felt it was an urgent need. good video, thanks

@drsmsaracino 7 лет назад

It was about 8pm on Thanksgiving night. I was the only one on the ground or in the air at that time so I knew it would be easy enough to return. The tower told me I was cleared to land on any runway. Same result as as if I declared one. If he started vectoring me around I would have.

@razmatus 7 лет назад

Im the owner of a Rockwell Commander 114. Thats the airplane you should go for if you want that extra load and don't care about speed. It's not very slow either, does 140 KIAS in cruise. Very comfortable and roomy. You can fit 4 adults with full fuel and some baggage. its also very fun to fly :)

@drsmsaracino 7 лет назад

Had both a 114 and a 114B previously. Great planes but again too slow for 1100nm trips for me

@razmatus 7 лет назад

drsmsaracino well I live in israel so I rarely go that far ;) It’s actually too big of an airplane for a country so small.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Haven't flown one yet, but enjoy the design of that plane very much.

@GaryMCurran 6 лет назад

If you can afford one, either a 114TC or 115TC would be my choice. There's a 115TC on Controller right now for $240K. Will need a new transponder.

@jameshooper8934 6 лет назад

Watch your videos all of the time. Working on my PPL and I'm doing it in a PA-24-180. Come down and check it out. I would be excited to fly you. Hope to have my cert by 1/18. My wife is from PBI and a Comanche will handle all of your island hopping.

@Livedracersteve 7 лет назад

Hey nick, have ya thought about a Piper Comanche? You could even get a twin engine if you feel like it for when you are over water. I could also see you in a 182T

@Livedracersteve 7 лет назад

Then you have retracting gear, and tip tanks in a Comanche.

@jay_hubs_8955 5 лет назад

Was that a velocity xl that flashed the screen at 12:27?.... dude! That would be awesome!

@FriendlySkiesFilm 5 лет назад

I looooooove that plane, haha.

@jay_hubs_8955 5 лет назад

@@FriendlySkiesFilm I am curious. Did you have to go through any special certifications or waiver for your glasses? I am wanting to start working on my pilots license and want to make sure my glasses are not going to disqualify me or limit me on when I am allowed to fly.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 5 лет назад

If you're in the US, it will cause you zero extra difficulties. I don't think it's an issue anywhere else, either. The medical examiner will make you read the standard eye chart with and without glasses. If you can't pass (or even see the chart on the wall, in my case) without glasses, your license will read, "must wear corrective lenses" under limitations. This is often not even considered a "real" limitation by insurance companies, whom include a line like, "list all limitations on certificate, not including corrective lenses." Should be a piece of cake! I hope that helps :)

@jay_hubs_8955 5 лет назад

Awesome! Thank you

@mikecarrier5386 7 лет назад

If you want to stick with the Cherokee family, I would go for a Cherokee 235 or a Dakota.

@p1epoppa 7 лет назад

Mike Carrier Fellas, I want to go.

@Motard98 7 лет назад

Agreed

@paulbergman8228 6 лет назад

I heard the Reno Air Races were a big disappointment due to very few planes racing. The insurance costs were prohibitive and that defined the turnout. Do some research first before you decided to make the trip, unless there is another reason to travel west, and that is just an additional stopover. Like the plane!

@drsmsaracino 6 лет назад

Almost every destination is just an excuse for me to fly, so there is no disappointment. It is always all about just being aloft.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 6 лет назад

Haha I almost said the same thing :)

@moistnugget3717 7 лет назад

I love this plane so much. I just want to have two engines so that I can confidently fly over large bodies of water.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Piper Navajo for you then, mate :)

@jeffreyslutz 7 лет назад

Upgrade to Cherokee Six. Lots of useful load. 135-140 knot cruise. Wide cg envelope. Great airplanes.

@24HALL 6 лет назад

Close to 300hrs in a Cherokee six 260. Great birds

@JoshOnGuitar 6 лет назад

I had a scary incident as a brand spanking new private pilot, less than 50 hours. I did my runup, checked the mags and when I switched it to "R" the engine shut off. I did this a couple times and for some reason I thought the ignition switch was messed up. Flew 20 mins (this was a fuel stop for cheap gas before heading home) where I later found out I was on one mag. Very scary in hindsight, but thankfully I was able to learn something from it.

@chrisdog491 7 лет назад

Beautiful plane it suits a junior pilot that's looking for a job with an airline. My dream job is to be a pilot!

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Absolutely! Especially the turbine version.

@lethaldarkness115 7 лет назад

What have you done to prepare to be a pilot?

@ccubsfan94 7 лет назад

Yoshi 7567 - Roblox and More yeah I agree with the other guy. A bit curious cause I'm almost to that point and if you want some tips I can shoot what I know.

@ccubsfan94 7 лет назад

Yoshi 7567 - Roblox and More yeah I agree with the other guy. A bit curious cause I'm almost to there and if you want some tips I can shoot what I know.

@Streaky100001 7 лет назад

Look at the robin Dr400s, beautiful aircraft, no bigger than you're warrior, but they're faster, typically more useful loads for comparable engine sizes, and more efficient.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Googling it right now! Thanks!

@Streaky100001 7 лет назад

No worries, they do need to be hangered really mind, since they are a wooden construction. They do also have a Dr401, which is a significantly more modern variant, don't know so much about it though.

@limp9 7 лет назад

Another great video! Enjoyed it! What do you think about a piper lance? If you are OK with a Little age and a four place maybe a piper to 235 or even like a Comanche 250? In my opinion I have worked on all three of those and are great reliable and somewhat affordable aircraft maybe for your next step up? The Comanche flies nice and true and steady and pretty good performance but there are a few 80s on it that require some maintenance every few years🤔.. on a sidenote I help manage a small FPO and would be interested in seeing a video on reviews of different types of self propelled aircraft towing bars... i've used some of the smalls four stroke engine with the single wheel. They work pretty good but can be a little cumbersome.. I saw this guy had one of those 18 V power drill looking tows . I would be interested on hearing or watching on how well those were compared to the gas powered ones..,

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Good suggestion. We're going to do a tour of his plane, so we'll get back to you then! :)

@limp9 7 лет назад

Great thanks!

@markg4459 5 лет назад

Commanche is a nice flying plane but has a lot of ADs (airworthiness directives) to check on each & every year. I'd look at an older Bonanza. The 35s (V-tails) usually sell at a small discount & they're wonderfully well-balanced on the flight controls & ruggedly constructed.

@keithgray7361 2 года назад

Look at Cherokee Six 300, Lance or Saratoga

@creekboy1382 6 лет назад

Have you considered a RV 10 great plane if you have Tim to build

@tonytheflyer 6 лет назад

Why on earth would you takeoff on one mag period let alone at night? Isn't that why you do a mag check so you can find a problem before you takeoff? I don't think I'd fly with whomever said it's okay to takeoff on one mag. I had a mag issue in my 182RG once (on the ground luckily). It started out with trouble hot starting (fuel injected) and eventually it wouldn't start at all. I asked the mechanic why both mags were going bad at the same time and he told me when one goes bad the other has to work harder and therefor it goes bad quicker.

@AirspeedAdventures 7 лет назад

You should get a 182

@Ichibuns 5 лет назад

Really is a versatile airplane. It's a jack of all trades but a master at none.

@davecat1458 7 лет назад

Arrow is next.

@in2flying 7 лет назад

182 with BRS

@Jopanaguiton 7 лет назад

Bonanza A36 with club seating

@call911forcookies2 7 лет назад

Get a Lanceair 360! Super fast and great fuel burn. Also what was the song you used in the start?

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

I was just on their website last night, actually... uhh, uhh... I'll put the name in the description when I'm at my computer later.

@call911forcookies2 7 лет назад

Cool! thanks!

@markg4459 5 лет назад

Significantly less useful load than the Warrior. Add 1 passenger & a small overnight bag and you'll have to offload fuel -- shortening your range. They're fast & beautiful but limited load. Also the company support for this no-longer-produced model is limited (they're far more interest in their new Mako model). Sold mine for that reason...no regrets.

@HorizonSpeed26 7 лет назад

flying on a single mag is just waiting for an engine failure, crazy!

@mediationer 7 лет назад

You need a Dakota!

@bigun89 6 лет назад

Nick, you're making me thirsty, please bring chapstick next time.

@carlifrancis31 4 года назад

miss having new video from you! whats the deal?

@jackh.h.fenton6407 7 лет назад

What did "starts with a 'p' mean in the context of declaring an emergency?

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

They were calling him a p*ssy for not flying home on one magneto, which is just upsetting...

@Yoshmin34 7 лет назад

How do you record your Audio? Im halfway through my PPL and have just started using a gopro to record my flights and would like to record my audio as well.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

There's a video about that on my channel, see if you can find it. Sorry, I'm on my phone, or I would link :P

@MinorLG 7 лет назад

So FSF, looking to get my ga in a couple years (need both time and money ATM), what would you recommend for a budget option that would be able to carry 4, on mostly 1/2 -3 hour trips? I'm looking at the cesna caravan, but pretty open, even to potentially a self built.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Sounds like you're in the market for a Warrior too. The caravan is... not conducive to a smaller budget, with an operating cost just over $1,000/hr.

@robgildersleeve7899 6 лет назад

You may also consider a Grumman Tiger, a 180hp 4 seater w about the same useful load. Cruise at 130-140 KTAS on 6-8 gal/hr depending on how you lean. Agile, clean aircraft that is fun to fly.

@mcwatters16 6 лет назад

Cessna 182 is perfect for that as well.

@Invalourrr-vb3xo 7 лет назад

Should the front window be bigger? Or is it small because of all the instruments?

@drsmsaracino 7 лет назад

The glare shield is kind of high but it downslopes considerably. Visibility is good up front but from the back it looks limited

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

That was one thing I was really interested in experiencing with this aircraft! I have to say that it didn't feel too weird, actually.

@thebootsie1233 7 лет назад

What would have been great was if you showed at least a shot of the whole cabin. I was wondering the whole time what the seat designs were in the back.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

We're going to do that for you :)

@thebootsie1233 7 лет назад

Friendly Skies Film Sweet! Thanks!

@puc2015 7 лет назад

What about a Saratoga

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Hmm. I would definitely go six seats before something like the Piper Arrow.

@UnderWhelmed55 6 лет назад

Just learn more than JFK Jr did about his Saratoga.

@Mike_Costello 7 лет назад

Step up to a Bonanza. Tip tanks and rear barn doors and you'll never look back.

@WeatherPilot 7 лет назад

You could probably pick up a cessna 402 cheap in a couple of years as Cape Air replaces their fleet with the Tecnam 2012.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Is that really in the plan!? I love that plane. Of course, they would have 100,000+ hrs on them, and burn tons of fuel, but I could own N121PB!! :D

@patrickburke5395 7 лет назад

What year is the Matrix in this video?

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Sorry, I don't recall :-/ I'll let you know next time I'm talking to Steve.

@drsmsaracino 7 лет назад

2008

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Thanks, Steve :)

@drummergames 7 лет назад

Cessna 182 or beechcraft bonanza

@hobie1613 7 лет назад

Collin Gregory 182

@RacinZilla003 7 лет назад

182

@patriotsfan1236 6 лет назад

c182 over a bonanza?...… are you kidding me lol. Bonanza is way way faster and more powerful plus its way wayyyy sexier especially air to air and sitting on the ramp. the older ones have a great useful load. mine is 1280 lbs. if I get tip tanks its up to 1400. now cirrus v bonanza is a more realistic debate. Not to mention the bonanzas short field and rough field performance is pretty great. … not a 182 but close.

@210Driver 6 лет назад

C210

@jeffdetmer9967 7 лет назад

Cherokee Six

@CCitis 6 лет назад

Comanche 250 for you

@reneconnan4322 6 лет назад

Really wouldnt call it roomy. Esp the cockpit.

@markg4459 5 лет назад

He just came from a Mooney...two folks up front & you'd be rubbing shoulders. Feet stick far forward as the cabin roof is low... With that frame of reference, this is quite roomy.

@tellis4390 7 лет назад

Looks like you're already thinking Velocity.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Now where did you get an idea like that? ;)

@davedoe6445 7 лет назад

A single frame told me...

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Lol how'd that get in there ;)

@gveduccio 7 лет назад

Where in FL you looking to go...how soon?

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

West Palm Beach area. Looking to close on a house in the next month or so, then move full time when the snow starts suffocating the northeast in February.

@gveduccio 7 лет назад

nice do you already have a research job lined up? btw my neighbor works for Georgia Tech Research Institute that would be a good fit for you

@gveduccio 7 лет назад

You should join Civil Air Patrol down there...we certainly have been helpful after the last storm

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

Ah, I probably went to Georgia Tech in a parallel universe. I would be very interested in the contact, just for the sake of developing my network. This is the first time I'm going I say this on the internet, so it's very fitting that it should be to you, such a long time viewer... It would appear at this time that we're going to incorporate ACAP Inc. and pursue a contract to start our aerospace research company, developing fixed wing UAV's faster than anyone else has managed to do. Kind of the SpaceX of aviation, if you will. I'm very excited.

@FriendlySkiesFilm 7 лет назад

I've considered that! I'm definitely going to be involved with relief efforts and charities, though.

@glenwoodriverresidentsgrou136 6 лет назад

I trained in Warriors and moved up to a Grumman Tiger. Faster, more useful load, very light control feel , and incredible over the nose visibility. Go fly one. You will never fly a Piper again!