20" + Travel - Extreme Bush Plane Landing Gear (Scrappy Bush Plane 15)

[@MikePatey]

Please excuse the spelling error on the bottom of the screen, we were too excited about getting this video out to notice 😂🤠👍🏻

[@normplatt7549]

you are awesome! love the explaining! show is great! thanks for sharing! don't prang your prop!

[@ForFunFlyer]

Was there a spelling error? I only watched the insane suspension on Scrappy... 😋

[@JimmyZ408]

Keep Smiling Mike :) Truly amazing work!!

[@ralphwhillier7720]

know ploblem 🙄

[@kennapop3]

@@ForFunFlyer Schools out.

[@jansenpapworth9718]

​Its not boring we would love to see more of the solid-works stuff

[@MikePatey]

Jansen Papworth .... great I love to see this. I will start showing more 👍🤠

[@tommino8970]

@@MikePatey Can you also show calculated forces/torque/etc from FEM in the model please? It will be very exiting to see real part of the aircraft and the also in the computer. I'm not mechanical engineer and I have always doubts when I see home-made airplane with very thin pipes holding the (8-Cylinder) engine or on the landing gear. Thanks a lot!

[@kellyven1069]

Mike Patey absolutely! The more detail the better!

[@Cavalier-lp8tr]

@@MikePatey I don't know if you will see this, but I recently found and purchased the plane my father built in 1978. I was fortunate to have use of this plane as a kid. It's still flying, but (42years later) in need of repair. I was hoping you could tell me where I can find information on working with fibreglass and carbon fiber. KZbin videos are always lacking critical info. This would mean a lot to me. Thanks, Jay

[@snowgorilla9789]

Count me in

[@kylelaw7210]

The "time lapse" is really just Mike's normal speed. How else do you think he gets so much done?

[@f.dt.f3965]

EXACTLY what i was thinking........warp drive....??

[@thewoodshoppe1008]

Ever since I found your videos of Draco I've been hooked. I'm not a pilot however you explain things so simple that I actually understand what you are doing and it's fascinating to be apart of the build process of Scrappy, so I thank you for taking the time to make these videos for us. Now "back to work"!

[@AlbertManiscalco]

same here

[@jamesbarnhartsr5745]

Same here. I am a 72 yr old retired TRUCKER. Almost 45 yrs ago when i started driving trucks we were trucker and proud of it. ( No professional drivers when i started ) Only been in a privet plane 3 times and a helicopter 2 times. Loved it all times. But this makes my day to watch these videos. Makes me wish i was 45 yrs younger. Made me almost cry when he crashed Draco.

[@andreasclauss7448]

me too...this guy is fantastic

[@ForFunFlyer]

Don't want to run an ad here, but did you guys see my interview with Mike, I posted yesterday on my channel? You'll probably like that one too... 😉

[@thewoodshoppe1008]

@@jamesbarnhartsr5745 LOL...I started driving trucks in 92. I loved every mile of it, and I'd still be driving but medical issues has got me parked. Anyway, I felt the same about hearing about Draco.I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen the video. I like his innovations and his ability to create a solution that makes the airplane better than before.

[@sophiejaysstuff4026]

Let's take a vote. Who wants a video every day? The waiting is very painful..... Mike, you have inspired me to get back to work! You have energized me to finish my C-185, do some maintenance to my 1946-Cub and finish some of my RC projects. My daughter (14) has also been inspired by your videos and is now flying our Cub and the 1941-Stearman.

[@marinetothecorps4864]

“Never been done on an aircraft however, it has been flight tested” ... morning coffee through the nose on that one Mike. 😂👍

[@MrBing4466]

You keep saying how happy you are.....who wouldn’t be happy with a shop like the one you are in! You are one smart dude and I really envy you.

[@StephanLiebenberg]

I was just thinking about the drag that gear would create. Then you mentioned that tidbit in the end and I immediately went 'well obviously!' You really think of everything

[@warrendemars]

All of those tubes will add a significant amount of drag, well, 35" tires aren't exactly slender, so might as well make the fairing wing shaped to help negate some of the drag and add lift.

[@tomcoryell]

I was thinking weight would be an issue as well. This is going to be a really interesting build and finished plane!

[@portnuefflyer]

"One, to two thousands, I'm not holding it together, it fits that tight." For this half a** pipe fitter and pilot, I'm in awe! He has access to the best of the best in tooling, and even better, knows how to use it, and EVEN BETTER, it's all aircraft related. Carry on.

[@teddynebel]

Just wow. No words this is amazing. I’m studying as an aeronautical engineer and I absolutely love your videos

[@petittoto7433]

I would love to know what your teachers are thinking about this landing gear...

[@stuartschindler9435]

@Teddy Nebel yeah seriously let us know about a prof’s input. Would be cool to hear

[@jimmymcdougald692]

Hi Mike, I Just Got home from work, I'm a Respiratory Therapist in the front lines of this COVID-19 issue, So When I saw this video upload, It was a great way to end my day! Your time lapse sequence was a HUGE Success and I throughly enjoyed it, great Job! As for the CAD and your explanations and demonstrations, keep those coming too! Very inspiring and worth every minute for us "Arm Chair" Aironautical Engineer Wannabes and the Real Ones like Yourself! God Bless You and Keep it coming!

[@teddynebel]

Yeah I totally should. I’ll send him an email and let you guys know what he thinks of it. Prob next week tho. Bc weekend

[@petittoto7433]

​@@teddynebel Have you done it ? Did he respond ? If yes, I bet he says this landing gear is a bad idea...

[@RossLeavitt]

The “time lapse” is actually Mike’s normal working speed. He just slows everything else down so we can understand it. 🔥

[@tatdexter2334]

Another prime example illustrating how "We got lucky!" means the better you plan, the luckier you get. I'm so very impressed by the concept, planning and development of everything I've seen on your channel. Always looking forward to the next installment.

[@jonminer9891]

New terminology required for Scrappy: Highly motivated perfection. Watching you work is a lesson in how to create a synergistic loop: Motivation => Perfection => Motivation. I hope that many of your viewers are young enough to become motivated to follow your example. Thanks for sharing.

[@bry29bry]

All the tiny details such as that Toe-In detail are what make you such an awesome engineer! Keep this stuff coming! Such an inspiration! Thank you.

[@hoppermantis7615]

Renasaience designing.. People across the world are daring to Dream. Hardware to pixels. Inspirational.

[@johnhines852]

I remember a long time back somebody made a three wheel streamlined car with a motorcycle engine that was supposed to get high gas mileage but no one bothered about tire alignment. It steered badly, the tires wore out, and you couldn't fix it because the basic design was too weak and nonadjustable. It sure was shiny though. There is no replacement for doing your homework.

[@my31and37]

When Art meets landing gear..That's seriously some of the best tubing fitment I've ever seen.

[@tomscott3939]

people that enjoy engineering, machinist, and welding. off road proven and love to fly,can not get enough of this thank you for posting all of your videos love them all keep up the good work!!!

[@aarontolman8866]

This is what America needs. More people building, designing, innovating. Watching these videos has inspired me to get in the garage and start finishing my projects. Thanks Mike! Keep the videos coming!

[@Waveluth]

Mike this might be a dumb question but: how do you feel knowing that your contributions to Aviation History will be spoken of for generations to come. Nikola Tesla invented non stop because that’s who he was. You are without a doubt going down in history for your accomplishments in flying but for your innovations as well. That’s got to be a pretty cool feeling Mike. Thanks for allowing us all to be a part of your journey through history. 👍🏻🇺🇸✌🏻😎

[@fuzzy8752]

Mike, you really are an inspiration to all of us. I went and bought a supercub fuselage in need of repair last week to start my own project, and it's all your fault! Can't wait to see your wings, I'm playing with carbon fiber ribs for mine.

[@1950harleycharley]

I am an old guy who has always wanted to fly....my dad was in ww2 and he gave me a love for airplanes...everything about this video is amazing!!

[@guntmar]

... that slide into frame in the beginning of this video is how i feel every time a new Mike Patey episode is posted. keep em coming, more often ! great stuff !

[@patrickblissmusic]

I could not be more excited to see this thing fly. Holy crap.

[@Brian-cj4bj]

Mike, as always, this is epic! I was so excited to get this premiere's notification. Coffee break and Scrappy video = best coffee break! Show more. If it is not boring for you then it is likely not boring for us. :)

[@samualmccarter7205]

Brian Beckman I agree! Share everything! We are as eager as you to learn!

[@ralong8915]

When it comes to productivity, you've got to be the most inspiring person I've ever encountered on KZbin. Anytime my level of motivation isn't where I'd like it to be, I've been able to rely on starting up one of your videos and with a few minutes I'm back to work. Thanks Mike! When I finally get through this FAA medical, I'll be looking to cross paths with you and the Flying Cowboys at some point to personally thank you guys for all of the inspiration and motivation.

[@Pascal_Robert--Rc_Creations]

All along i was wondering why you made that second smaller tube on the arm, didn't seem to do much for strength with the shape it had. then you mentioned the wing at the end... *mind-blown again*

[@michaelkowell7106]

Your videos are the opposite of boring. Best content on KZbin. The more detail you show us the better. Back to work.

[@TheFroztv]

It is always too short and always too long between each video! Can't wait for the next one!!

[@TheCarlious]

Please please please do a few videos of just your solid works. It’s not boring. You’re helping out the GA community.

[@skm9420]

That clip of the sand car is exactly what I pictured in my mind when you showed the rear gear.

[@KostantisX]

I really admire your attitude towards life. So optimistic, so can-and-will-do anything, you sir should be a role model for a whole generation!

[@jonahcilley7978]

This is such an epic build! I’ve been following it since day 1, and I’m only getting more excited to hear that engine roar to life and to see Scrappy go “space shuttle mode” on her first flight!

[@mauriciocastro7505]

I'm an aeronautical engineer and do airframe design in metallic and composite materials with CAD tools. I'm glad to see Mike is serious and responsible in the work he does. FEM analysis for structural strength validation and CAD for components design is a must in today's aerospace industry. I enjoyed the video, congrats.

[@eldonfox]

I was thinking all that structure needed a fairing. Building a wing around all those moving parts should be interesting! My nephew is studying engineering and I think he'll really like these videos. I'll definitely share! I do have a question for you. How do maintain your energy/productivity level? Could you do a "daily routine" video? Thanks!

[@garyreed2206]

I think he did a "Daily Routine" one back when he was building Draco.

[@drewt3210]

ADHD is often described as "feeling as if you're driven by a motor--like having a race car engine with no brakes." I'll tell you, it often feels manic/compulsive. Once I started taking medicine (Concerta) at 42yrs old, I was FINALLY able to harness and direct that feeling. My productivity level went through the roof! Not sure if Mike takes medicine or not, but he's clearly got a handle on focusing the "God-given gift" that is ADHD.

[@eldonfox]

@@garyreed2206 Thanks Gary, I'll take a look for that one. I started following Mike when he was nearly done with Draco, so I must have missed that video.

[@eldonfox]

@@drewt3210 I hadn't considered ADHD, I just assumed it was habit or A LOT of coffee!

[@MikePatey]

Eldon Fox, Diet Coke 👍🤠 more directly McDonald’s Diet Coke is my choice 😂

[@brianpetrow7218]

The wilga in the beginning, Kevin's frame, Mark's frame...what ever other 9 projects in the works going on....and resurrection of Draco...very busy shop and...can't wait to see it all!

[@N1RKW]

"If I forget to flare"... Don't you mean, "In case I stall it 100 feet off the deck"? Awesome work as always, Mike!

[@mojojoejoe6661]

Darn Mike, I think I am as excited as you to see this gear truss system go without a hitch! Your enthusiasm is infectious and I truly hate to see each video end!!

[@aesbj9228]

Being a detail oriented person, this is sooo satisfying to watch.

[@clarkkent7999]

You are a working fool, Mike. It's just amazing to see how fast you can move a project along working by yourself. Easy to distinguish between the fake hyper enthusiasm shown on many you tube channels and the truly inspired dedication of someone possessed by doing exactly what they love to do.

[@01spm]

The engineering that went into the jig itself is mind blowing let alone the A arms and knuckles. I wondered about toe in and you explained it good. An other question I have how are you protecting the inside surfaces of the welded components? Nordyn used to have all their tubes drilled so they could fill the fuselage with heated linseed oil and coat the inside, as well as check for bad welds. How are you protecting the interior of your components or is it not a worry ? As always Mike your amazing.

[@FallLineJP]

I love how on youtube you can stare directly at the welding spark and it's all good. Sick build! Love how Mike always turns up the stoke to 11.

[@josiatokirina1788]

YAY! "Another Mike Patey "aka: Master Creator, Builder, Engineer, Pilot, Amazing Fun Guy" Video! I was starting to get Scrappy withdrawals. Nothing you show us is boring. Every detail you share is very interesting and creatively satisfying. Thank You so much for letting us be apart of your amazing world of flying.

[@joelbosshoss9029]

Mike. Nothing you do is boring. You remind me of someone I admired immensely in the early 80's. He worked at Skunk Works in Southern CA. I was friends with his son and dated his daughter. He would bring blue prints home, yes actual 1 to 1 size, to study. He ask one time if we could tell what we were looking at. Of course we had no clue but one time it was the blue prints to the tail section of the f22. He would wake up at night jot something down on his notepad he kept and we would help build what ever he drew from tractors to go carts. He has since passed from working with all the exotic materials and not wearing respirators. Anyway long story short put a sock on your hand while feeling for imperfections on any surface. You will feel the tiniest of imperfections. It's the little things that make a big difference. Thanks for the awesome vids.

[@brentowen2225]

Trophy truck + Airplane = The coolest thing ever to fly

[@jamesedmister9922]

It will be a 'Trophyplane' for sure!

[@malcolmfogg2379]

Holly Heck! Just when you think Scrappy couldn't get better, Mike hits it clear out the park. Go Mike!! Go! This just makes me so excited to see Scrappy fly. Stay safe guys.

[@Ernest-Li]

Can’t wait to see it once it’s done

[@TeamStevers]

Best channel on YT. Trent Palmer brought me here and I don’t even watch his stuff anymore. Engineering and fabrication soothes me.

[@PDZ1122]

Stress analysis is what separates the yahoo fabricators from the engineers.

[@jonkeau5155]

PDZ1122 on the flip side of that argument real world fabrication experience is what makes him stand out from the engineers that fabricators and mechanics curse with their every breath.

[@teamidris]

@@jonkeau5155 And the delicate touch you need to fly seems to be the thing that transports to welding, because those are nice runs :o)

[@tomhutchins1046]

Yes but it is very dependent on what you put in and how you actually load the part in real life. Which is hard to predict. Its a tool if used properly will help but if used improperly will harm. its not the final answer.

[@KeithKman]

TakeDeadAim Interesting. Would your design be lighter too?

[@tseesinnep3r]

I'm supposed to be "getting back to work" but too excited to see another update, thanks to Mike and the poor cameraman for the long hours needed to put out these amazing videos, there's a depth of information in these that can't be matched. If they are around 30 mins long, could watch all day, 10 or 15 min ones would be finished too quickly! Can't wait to see this monster in flight!

[@almerindaromeira8352]

When I saw the tubing behind the main upper A frame I actually thought of covering it with canvas. Well, you are always two steps ahead. Also, it's crazy how much frontal area those tires take!

[@doogssmee9742]

Wouldnt be a "carbon cub" if it used canvas

[@almerindaromeira8352]

@@doogssmee9742 what are you talking about? All carbon cubs use canvas. This is the only one with that much carbon fiber. Also if it was a real composite aircraft design it wouldn't need the steel tubing frame.

[@stevecuthbert8856]

You are allowed to have a mistake like that because all of the engineering, welding, imagining you do to perfection and you are truly a work of art.

[@barrygrant2907]

FYI - BECAUSE is misspelled on your ad at the bottom.

[@smalljetpilot]

how we all missed that is a mistery... 😁

[@jamesclarke3113]

@@smalljetpilot you've just compounderd Barry's angst now...

[@coleterpstra7766]

james clarke he suer did.

[@Newberntrains]

but it caused you and probably everyone else to look at it so its quite effective honestly

[@barrygrant2907]

No, that did not cause me to look at it. Just thought an ad for a company should be spelled correctly. I know I mistype becuase all the time.

[@NCCoder]

I'm not an engineer, but I'm the type of guy that if you threw out a term I wasn't familiar with, I'll go look it up. I'm pretty sure I'm far from the only one. By sharing the technicalities, you're inspiring us to learn as well as appreciate your exceptional work.You don't by any chance need a Mastercam programmer, do you? Prayers for you and your families safety and health. Thank you for helping us make it through this exceptional time!

[@Mitchellms123]

Just think, we live in a world where mike patey exists.

[@kennapop3]

If youl ike what you do, some say you never work a day in your life. I say life without work has no satisfaction.

[@Ferocious_Imbecile]

If you go right back to the Elizabethan era, and study the evolution of the philosophy behind the American Dream you'll see that Mike is living the very essence of the American Dream; that an individual, even a poor man who is able to be free, and disciplined enough to study math, and physics and technology can just spontaneously generate great wealth, national strength and personal happiness. Happiness isn't trivial; it's included in the Constitution. "Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness".

[@barjan82]

Simply love to watch this guy explaining, welding, storying, flying :) I wish everyone would do their work with the same attitude and precision like Mike does.

[@Stephane1995]

The buggy he showed a clip of is from the channel monsterair2 if anyone's wondering, completely selfbuilt!

[@Sixguns1]

Mike, you continue to amaze me with the quality of your design and craftsmanship. Nothing in this process could ever bore me, I soak it up and I'm grateful that it's available for viewing.

[@alexworks9659]

Called it! I saw those tabs a thought “he’s building a 4lnk suspension” fricken awesome!!! You are single Handedly progressing aviation like the wright brothers. Way to go Mike!👍🏽😁👊🏽💪🏽back to work!

[@markdoan1472]

Saw that too .. was virtually certain it was a twin A arm coming ..but never imagined the A arms would become air foils as well

[@superg9149]

You are truly and inspiration my friend! For me flying has always been a dream! I have done RC Planes, Helis, Quads, Trucks.....you name it, but have never gotten to actually learn to fly. Now at 47 and living in Reno I think that I am going for it! God bless You and Your family. Thank You for your great videos.......and No, none of your content is boring; it is actually very educational. Keep it Up! Hopefully one of these days I can meet You at the Reno Air Races. Stay Safe....Stay Healthy .

[@DillysADV]

Where your tire stays vertical through the entire range of motion, you'll still create scrub as it travels. Why would you not do similar to the automotive application by shortening the upper arm to give the wheel some negative camber at full extension? That would allow you to "preload" the suspension easier before take-off to give you that spring effect like you were doing with Draco? I am guessing to help with the stresses?

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

It appears that the UCA and LCA attach points are not parallel to vertical, this would give a small amount of unequal length. It's likely just fine for the type of suspension this is, though it doesn't leave much room in that regard for non-level/single wheel landings. Most of the reason you see unequal length in vehicles is due to steering concerns (bump steer) and in applications where tiny adjustments in suspension geometry make a huge difference (race/ high speed).

[@johnstubbe3113]

Great fitup and welding ,I've welded for over 40 years and have never seen such good work. Not to mention your design work, unbelievable ..

[@fullrunsilviaks]

Hey Mike, are you planning to heat treat the arms? Welding will leave the joints in an annealed state so hopefully you accounted for that with your stress analysis. Edit for spelling and one more question: did you build any camber gain into the geometry? With car suspension it's really important, but I would imagine body roll on an airplane is less of a factor. Love your work, just always want to know more about the thought process that goes into a design.

[@Mrfishlou]

You raise a great question - it seems to me that body roll resistance might be a good thing (check out the videos of Draco, and especially the crash). Anybody ever see an airplane with an anti-roll bar in the suspension? 😜

[@oddcarsandbaddecisions]

I wonder if there was some effort to slow the cooling of the welds, especially where the spindle attaches to the upright?

[@Mrfishlou]

@@oddcarsandbaddecisions In general, as steel comes down through transition temp, the slower it cools the more chance it has to anneal. If cooled quickly enough, it will retain hardness. Chrome/moly is pretty hardenable, and as carbon content goes up (ie, 4130 vs. 4140 vs. 4150) the harder it will be if quenched (cooled quickly) - but if the quench it too severe it can crack. My recollection for the large pieces I used to be involved with is that 4140 required significant pre-heat, and controlled cooling with ceramic wool blankets, to prevent hardening and cracking. I don't think that would be as much of an issue with those small TIG welds, but don't know for sure. Depending on the filler he's using, it may match up with the desired hardness of the tube just by air cooling without any post heat or blankets. I would assume Mike has this well thought out, since the results he had on Draco looked to have turned out tremendously strong (did any welds fail on that Horrible Terrible No-Good Very Bad Day?).

[@oddcarsandbaddecisions]

Matt Uecker thanks so much, I appreciate the information, I’m not an engineer or a pro welder, and am always interested in what guides designers/engineers decisions.

[@daverobinsonTnT]

Is it just me or is Mike’s welding skill out of this world 🤔 Now I know what it means if you learn to weld at 8 years old 👍 Kudos to Mr. & Mrs. Patey for giving their kids an appetite for achieving excellence.

[@warjunky14]

The next build using Generative Design techniques for everything structural would be absolutely wild.

[@christinetoevs6641]

I might be "just a gyro-pilot" ( EAB ...lego-kit assembler)...but this is one ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC build series ! Each skill-set you show-case here ...just blows me away! Well done!

[@tyronneshoelaces8843]

Im as excited as Mike is! This is killing me, the suspense is too much!

[@MrChevyman962000]

So, Scappy will be part tri-plane... This build just keeps getting better and more interesting as it progresses. Love how you come up with the solutions that you do. This is fascinating!

[@207PH]

Can not wait to see this plane fly. I’m guessing takeoff distance less than a helicopter 😝 Awesome stuff Mike

[@ronjackson1416]

He could probably take off going backwards!

[@MikePatey]

😂😂

[@nathaniellangston5130]

I have worked in production shops! No engineer designs things to work this PERFECTLY! That's the difference between being the assembly technician and the engineer vs just an engineer designing parts and ignoring all the technician's complaints! I would positively LOVE to work at Best Tugs just because of this video!

[@cameronnerdin4910]

I was just about to write a post saying "Ya know Mike, you could make that into a lifting surface if you skinned it and give you maybe 3 percent more lift when you said now I am going to make it a lifting surface." LOL NICE!!

[@jtthill5475]

Mike, you're amazing. Saying we 'like' your videos is like saying we like breathing. Your creativity is astounding and immensely educational. Can't wait to see Scrappy in the air, destroying all competitors in STOL competition. Beautiful creation. Looking forward to the 'boring' engineering stuff. Thanks for sharing

[@JESchnake]

It is coming together. Looking really good. I build and fly model aviation and design alot of my own builds haven't built anything custom in a long time. Your sure giving me the want to build again. Thank you for the great videos.

[@derekedge2089]

Mike, you're like the brother I always wanted. Seeing you get excited excites me. Can't wait to see Scrappy take to the sky and and coax his big brother Draco out of his slumber. Big respect for you, sir.

[@AnthonyVella]

Just when I thought I was the happiest person flying on KZbin. 😳

[@Mower117]

I'm always excited to see a new Mike Patey video! None of them are boring. The time lapse is great. Any of the nitty-gritty stuff, Mike, you might think is boring, I would find interesting, as I'm sure, 1000's of others would agree. I look forward to the stress analysis software, explainations, and truly ANY detail you care to share. Your passion, thoroughness, and inventiveness are inspirational, a fun learning experience, and a thrill to watch! Please keep your videos releasing. Thank you!

[@MrDecaliostro]

There is never enough wings for Mike 😀

[@poppopscarvinshop]

My Goodness, is there Anything about Engineering/Fabrication/Manufacturing You Don't Know About and Know How to Do? You're Amazing Mike! Thank You for Sharing Your Incredible Talents & Craftsmanship with Us. Nothing About Building Scrappy Could Ever Be Boring! Back To Work!!

[@Chad_at_Big_CAT_Networking]

Draco in the background :( So excited about Scrappy!

[@Skynet-1]

I was glad to see that also!

[@nostranger2u]

Draco?!! Where? Or, did you mean flying in the intro?

[@totallyjonesin]

@@nostranger2u 2:00

[@charles12062]

@@nostranger2u It is setting beside the Cub in the intro.

[@TacticalTightwad]

@@totallyjonesin It's in the background in the corner of the hanger. It almost looks like a helicopter fuselage.

[@lightespeed]

Love to see, even though Mike has had decades of engineering experience, he is still so obviously excited by precision & accuracy, the satisfaction from achieving those levels is hard to beat. This is an orgy of accuracy and precision.

[@zzw26n]

Mike is a Class Act!

[@pascal9741]

Mozard created symphonies, you give yourself planes. Of course there are machine tools but they are nothing without the genius of man. I have a lot of admiration for talent and your work, Congratulations and thank you for making us live this adventure.

[@janwege150277]

My polish heart is in such a huge pain when I see Dear Draco in parts... :,-( Mike, great to see You!

[@hypnocracy6102]

Yeah...and then you see the Phoenix Draco in White on the other side of the frame...and know good parts are migrating from one to the other.

[@markdolence3460]

G,'day Mike, as an aviation enthusiast from my early years, I love your channel more than any other aviation channel. I worked on fixed wing aircraft for 5yrs before moving onto rotary wing for another 11yrs (Seaking helicopter). Your knowledge, enthusiasm, passion, understanding, hands-on and can do attitude is amazing, please continue with whatever you feel is suitable. Best regards, Mark. North Nowra, New South Wales, Australia.

[@henco9306]

This guy is building something that even NASA would be proud of.

[@batmansbackup4580]

Love that you do so much of your own design and manufacture. Gives me major skunkworks vibes... just draw it up, make a piece, strap it to the airframe and see if it works :)

[@AKEVELFAN]

Mike we missed you last year. Coming to the Wasilla, Alaska STOL competition in June?

[@MikePatey]

AKEVELFAN not sure my plans yet other than finish the build and go play everywhere with it 🤠

[@AKEVELFAN]

@@MikePatey The Valdez flyin crowd is shifting to Wasilla. We have more hotel rooms and better weather. I'm announcing. Hope to see you, June 13-14!

[@DewmOnline]

@@AKEVELFAN Live down in Soldotna, and I would come up to meet Mike, huge fan.

[@titusotijoldos5623]

OMG Mike !!! You are a legend. If someone has something agains the fact that you are explaining to much, he doesn't deserve to watch what you do. I am a CFD/CAE/CAD engineer and your work is in my TOP 3 insipiarational subjects, the other 2 are books and case studies :). Love you, love your work. Hope some day to make a special trip from Romania (Europe ) to your aircraft hangar :):):):):). Smile up and back to work !!!

[@ArthurTugwell]

7:19 what is the name of that type of clamp you’re tightening down with? Looks like concertina upright?

[@WolfPilot]

Congrats on your first time lapse video!!!! I was about to go grab a cold Monster from the fridge, and then I watched your video... Now I dont need the energy drink. You inspire me!

[@FarmerFpv]

The never been done before on an airplane but has been flight-tested had me dying, Mike. Flight tested is an understatement, that was literally stalled from a few stories up, you'll be having other issues if you stall it from that high, LMAO hilarious, Mike. I was eating some rice and veggies when you said that and a pea shot out my nose at match 10 kinda hurt coming out! 😂

[@samhouston2000]

I have never said this for anyone in my life, You are my hero. I followed the Draco build and was heartbroken when you lost it. But the way you came out of the ashes and start building even cooler Bush plane is heroic. Good luck sir. My prayers are with you.

[@timbuchholtz3904]

Hell yes! Never pushed watch so quickly! love your builds

[@paulcook978]

I am in awe Mike, I absolutely love logging in down here in Australia to see how you are advancing with Scrappy and any other project you are working. The engineering, the way you go about your work and your enthusiasm is inspirational. One day I hope to get to the US and go to a real airshow, the only thing that would beat that would be to see your workshop. Keep the Scrappy vids coming, I am hanging to see it spread its wings.

[@rustyduktape]

this is just on another level, total league of its own. friggin race car stuff here! haha, amazing work, speechless.

[@KitfoxPilot]

Mike I just got my first Grip Lock Ties and they are great! Watching your build with so much carbon fiber work really inspires me with my build. Thanks

[@freetdg]

How many gallons will that landing gear wing hold, Mike? 🤠

[@stuartschindler9435]

Awesome how he thinks through everything so thoroughly and isn’t restricted by sticking with traditional methods of front suspension. Plus that energy, cool guy

[@GregoryAnderson7]

The size of those bush wheels!! Holy hell!

[@normanbott]

Mike , it's not boring ! I've done modelling and stress analysis decades ago and it was painful ! Can't wait to see the next episode. You welds are things of beauty by the way. Awesome project.

[@PCUBED09]

Can we meet everyone else who builds with you/in the hangar!?

[@MikePatey]

Paul P I’m trying to talk him into it. It is one helper Ron. he didn’t know what a crescent wrench was when he started building planes with me 10 years ago. Before him I was a one man build on the previous 10 builds. Now and then I have a friend stop in for a couple minutes here and there. 95 percent is normally just me and Ron helping out. I’ll get him on camera someday. He is my hero, love the man. Best friend

[@PCUBED09]

​@@MikePatey Look forward to meeting him! Also, is Scrappy going to have floats?

[@ronjohnson9507]

@@PCUBED09 carbon fiber amphibs possibly?

[@Mrfishlou]

@@PCUBED09 cool idea - but who needs floats when you can land on a dime?

[@RAF71chingachgook]

I have an IQ that's nearly off the chart. I've accomplished great things in my life, YET, I am absolutely amazed at you Mike. You are a storm of energy, creativity and intelligence. I bow to your brilliance! BRAVO!