Alone in a DC-3! Actual In Flight Footage!

[@Fixingeverthingwithaengine567]

The DC-3 what a beautiful plane.

[@brushitoff503]

That's gotta hurt letting such a beautiful & Historical Aircraft go. I can't imagine even owning one let alone letting it go. What a gorgeous old Girl. Makes me sad from a kid who grew up around them in Australia. Cheers. Thank you Dan, Leo.

[@simon-oy6um]

Not to the scrapyard i hope but to a new loving owner 😢😊

[@glenteel4901]

We hope

[@dolphin4337]

@@simon-oy6umbest part is it was sold to someone who he talked shit on lmao

[@owinstan]

I have great childhood memories flying in DC-3s between Sucre and Cochabamba, Bolivia in the 1950s. The Bolivian airline, Lloyd Aèreo Boliviano, maintained a zero accident record year after year in those days, running these reliable and beautiful birds. Often the pilot would invite us elementary school kids into the cockpit in flight. So great to get the cockpit view again with this beautiful video!

[@creativeloafer9792]

My favorite type! The most photogenic airplane in existence. No bad angles. Even its shadow is gorgeous!!!! Such a workhorse too!

[@RalphIrvine]

Constellation

[@americanpatriot3638]

B-17

[@nilo70]

You Sir, Are Not Wrong !

[@skipwilson7626]

Always a special treat to hear just a taste of what goes on in a pilots head when they're flying an airplane. Thank you!

[@Audische]

I have about 50 jumps out of a DC3 during military service, lovely old bird, thanks Dan

[@nestormatos8477]

I was a passenger in a DC-3 in 1962 (I was 7) along with my entire family on the way to Little Rock, AR from Newark airport. My dad was ordered to Ft. Chaffee. My brother Nelson and I fought for the window seat to watch the exhaust blow out red-blue fire from the exhaust pipe. It was so exciting. I love the DC-3, every time I see one on U-Tube it brings back memories.

[@roconnor01]

My all-time favourite aircraft. My uncle flew a DC-3 in the Berlin Airlift,and I had the chance to take a ride in one in the late 1980's, here in the UK. When I boarded for what was a pleasure flight, I was greeted by two flight attendants,dressed in 1940's period uniforms, and Glenn Miller's 'In the Mood' was playing over the intercom,Perfect !

[@dabprod]

DC-3.....first plane I ever flew in back around 1949-50 out of Atlanta GA when I was six. My Dad flew it part of the flight and never had a piolet's license. What a great memory.

[@sunriseboy4837]

Beautiful flight check...and not a computer to be seen...outstanding!

[@larryrobertson4099]

In the 70s, before I flew the B52 back in the states, I flew an EC47 (DC3 with war paint) out of DaNang Vietnam. Probably before the guy in this video was born. Great Job man. Great plane...

[@davidinflorida6814]

Cool! My brother flew EC-47s with the 360th TEWS out of Tan Son Nhut. When he came back he was a T-37 IP and then when he separated became a SAR pilot, first flying Hueys and then HH-3s. He said when he went to the flight deck he would always look at the manufacturer's plate and without exception every ac he flew was built before he was born. 🙂

[@PatrickDuffy-u3s]

You're liv'n the life when you have your own DC-3 as a toy! I can't imagine the work you must have put into it. Glad there's still people around that can keep these old birds alive.

[@GaryHelmer]

Lp

[@mikedkc]

That was wonderful. What fantastic old airplane and a "mature" PIC! Loved it.

[@captainsalty9022]

The DC-3, one of the greatest aircraft ever conceived, built, developed and flown to renown. They are still out there, serving steadily. Got a little stick time in one years ago and marveled at how graciously it flew, handling like a Cessna 172, albeit a bit heavier in the controls. A pilot’s airplane, to be sure.

[@eugeniustheodidactus8890]

Yeh..... this video was EPIC. To be loved by aviators and non-aviators alike. Great sound track. Let's see more. It's definitely a LEGACY piece.

[@johngeorgegately7402]

DC 3 is a thing of beauty!

[@terrancestodolka4829]

Simply Beautiful...! That was one of your BEST DAN... Also did like the fact, that the actual checklist begins with glasses ON... Then 1,2,3... Great that you have been blessed for 24 years with that great plane...

[@owenmerrick2377]

Its all good! Very well filmed. Great production. Great airplane. One gripe: when the DC-3 passes over the runway camera, stop the music so we can get the beauty's sound. 👍

[@The_DuMont_Network]

No film involved. Electronic cameras used. He was RECORDING, not filming.

[@owenmerrick2377]

@@The_DuMont_Network You're right; I'm old school so I meant 'very well recorded'. And edited.

[@chadwickalexanderjr1758]

Beautiful footage. What's next for Dan Gryder after the DC-3???

[@user-iw3mr2lv6f]

Nice video Dan. Sorry for your loss. But every pilot should get ready and realize when it’s time to change!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸

[@dansbrown1313]

Hello Dan, Where I worked as a Paramedic "Williston lake BC" We did most of our medivacs in a single pilot DC3. I trusted our Pilot and the old tail dragger. I'm sorry you have to hang up and let her go. For every story both good and bad, there is an ending. Happened to me too, so all that's left to say is "Thank you for your service".

[@davidmerwin7763]

Well done Dan! Love the DC3, and I love your use of the checklists! Yes!

[@briantrausch3637]

Good luck with selling the DC3. When one door closes another door opens. I can’t wait to see your next adventure. Thanks for the last ride with you.

[@lmbcvt]

What a beautiful bird you will still fly many times in your mind as you enjoy wonderful memories. And you know what time it is now it's time to start lookin around!!

[@tobysettle8595]

Easily one of the coolest aircraft ever!! Amazing how many of these are in daily working use. I lived in Long Beach CA, and they regularly make daily air cargo flights to Catalina Island out of Long Beach airport. Always a thrill to see them and hear those Pratt & Whitneys humming! Cheers Captain!!

[@joneis1]

Thanks for the ride along! Fantastic airmanship and familiarity with that bird!

[@Vention3]

whooooooaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!! My absolute FAVOURITE PLANE on the planet!!! I had the rare chance to actually fly in one as a yute from Montreal to Halifax many moons ago.. I remember having to use the backs of seats to help pull me up the isle! Too, the night prior, I watch as movie that featured an airplane that had one of it's props shear off & slice through the fuselage - when I was picking a seat - I avoided the ones in direct line with the prop. Thanks for sharing this video!!!!! I thought this was just some FLIGHT SIM footage - but was pleasantly surprised to see this is the REAL THING! Ya ever need a copilot - I'd be happy to sit-in - well at least as an enthusiastic navigator! ^_^ Awesome!

[@MrSuzuki1187]

At :28 seconds into this video, note the ridge extending from the trailing edge to the leading edge of the left wing. That ridge is a cover for the 328 machine bolts that attach the outer wing panel to the wing center section. The DC-3 does not have a wing tip to wing tip spar and these bolts are the substitute. Because the DC-3 does not have a wing spar, it is only certified for a .75 negative Gs.

[@hotrodray6802]

Don't do outside loops

[@garycarter4297]

Great video Dan! I like watching you fly that Gooney Bird..Good luck with your future endeavors!

[@davidhames319]

So glad I got to see this iconic aircraft at the triple tree fly in last year and took a tour. This is stuff that goosebumps are made of.

[@TheDCB1985]

Wow. Amazing edit. The background music is awesome. I was always interested in planes but this video makes me want to fly one by my own.

[@kasm10]

Best of luck Dan. Keep up doing what you do.

[@hiflyer1168]

As a kid, I can remember Central Airlines leaving Borger TX every afternoon around 4 in a DC-3. After school I would hurry to a point that I could clearly see the plane. I'll never forget the shape of the wings as I looked at the belly of the plane as he banked to the east, headed to Woodward OK and Wichita KS. Funny story, about 10 years ago I was talking to a lady in OKC at one of the grandkids football games. She asked where I was from and when I told her I grew up in Borger TX, she told me that her dad used to fly out of there with Central. I'm sure I watched him.

[@Damone7653]

My Father flew C-47's out of Brooklyn's Floyd Bennett Field, always a great story to tell of each flight... sure do miss him.

[@BenBicula]

I flew the DC-9 for years. You could still see the brilliance of Douglas systems engineering.

[@yamato6114]

Seems the merger with McDonnell did the same thing to Douglas what the MD merger did to Boeing . Douglas aircraft went from a prestigious engineering firm to being part of a company obsessed with cost cutting.

[@Lee-rq1ek]

My father, a US Air Force officer, flew the DC-3 throughout the '50s in the states and Europe. He started out as a P47 pilot during WWII.

[@donmoore4989]

He flew C-47.

[@davidinflorida6814]

My brother was a pilot in the USAF and flew EC-47s in Vietnam doing electronic intelligence (ELINT) gathering. He was awarded a Distinguished Flying Cross and an Air Medal with two oak leaf clusters. Very proud of him.

[@Lee-rq1ek]

Same aircraft...along with C-54...C-45...

[@jonnybanger]

The "Floating" she does after takeoff! Putty in your hands, and knowing & loving her every quirk. Heaven really is in the sky! This made me misty eyed. Thank you for this!

[@tedburnard841]

Will miss the DC3 with Dan in the cockpit. Awesome old bird. My first flight when I was about 5 years old was in a DC3 from Adelaide, South Australia to Port Lincoln, 66 years ago!

[@BillCarson-g4n]

That was a great video Dan, I love the music, it was very somber and almost sad, it also shows how much you love the DC-3. Thank you for sharing this ride with us.

[@cowboyvalley]

Been rewatching "Band of Brothers" and watching you take off in this brought tears to my eyes! Thank you Dan!

[@andrea19682]

Love this and made me sad for you at the same time. Thanks for letting us be with you on this flight ❤❤❤

[@uTube486]

I was hoping to fly W/ Dan sometime.

[@spencerbisley8313]

Thanks for making this, Dan. What a treat! ❤

[@randomness9876]

Not so " itty-bitty" anymore. Great job growing the channel. Better yet....AQP! And yes, the DC-3 is a beautiful aircraft. Maybe thinkin something with 4 engines?? Keep up the good work,and fighting the good fight. Thanks.

[@kbjerke]

Nice footage, and brings back memories. When I was working on C-47s in Timmins, (back in the late 1970s!) I always drove from the left seat, though. Thanks for the video!

[@Kaipeternicolas]

That was so awesome! I dream of getting to fly a DC3 someday. My dad's first airline flight was on a DC3 in eastern Germany. He was born in 1947. I was hoping to someday soon get a chance to go with him to visit you Dan and pay for the DC3 checkout. That's another reminder to never wait until it's too late.

[@neptuneP2V7]

Beautiful Many Many thanks Dan gryder, so a lot of other happy landing to you ..good bless you ..!

[@brushitoff503]

Pulled all of my heart strings. As said, Grew up around these, Have never had the joy to fly on one let alone be the pilot. My Auntie was a Hostess & Radio Operator on them for Connellan Airways. Cheers.

[@Rick-fb9kn]

the biggest issue I have with this I always taught do your runup prior to taking the runway, if you set in position and do the run up and brief it gives another airplane time to come into the pattern and maybe try to land over you, I want to be able to see the pattern as I take the runway.

[@Wildfeatha]

I grew up watching DC 3. coming straight at my house. The center of our picture window was aligned with the middle of the runway. Hawthorne College, had three of them at one time. Hawthorne Feather is a short runway and they had to use our field for proper lift off. Unforgettably when the College moved the aviation division to Florida, the last DC 3 crashed at take off, because the pilot had never flown out of a short runway and didn't get the memo to use our field for maxim lift. We no longer own the house, I miss the planes so much. Thanks Dan.

[@patrickmcnabb1998]

That’s awesome. I’ll miss seeing you flying it.

[@brianb5594]

Dan, we will all miss seeing you fly that magnificent plane! Great video! I am sure part 2 coming.

[@davidwatt7663]

Beautiful just poetry in motion 👍😊❤️

[@gnarlton7084]

I can't tell you how many times I flew in and out of Springfield, IL, growing up, on an Ozark Airlines DC-3.

[@espr7564]

I´ve only ever flown single engine aircraft, I must say when I watch this I am envious, that must be such a blast to fly such a beautiful aeroplane, a lucky guy ❤

[@JB-kl4sn]

Awesome video! Thanks, DG!

[@daverohn383]

I've watched a lot of your videos and I have to say, this was the best one so far!

[@Dave-gf3kd]

I’m just a couple of minutes in..but this is beautifully done! Thanks!

[@GNashOldJazzDrummer]

What a beautiful aircraft. I was lucky enough to see it and meet you while you were in Jacksonville KCRG. Its sad to see her go. Too bad there wasnt a way to keep it in the family and let the boys carry on with the DC3. I love it.

[@eddriver7815]

The first plane ride I ever had was in a DC 3 in1968 from Winnipeg to Gillam Manitoba I never knew the esteem that the DC 3 had in the world of flying /// I HAVE NEVER BEEM FORTUNATE ENOUGH to experience it again . The " GOONEYBIRD " with it's steep climb to the front of the plan and the wings that seemed to FLAP in the air are unforgettable . I wish I could do one more flight . You wouldn't believe how many are still flying around the world . what a great contribution to the world of flight ... THANKS

[@jeremyfarley423]

Hey Dan! I received my checkride November 29, 2022 at AMS airport. I live up near War Hill Park, which is about 7nm NW of KGVL, and I fly out of Lawrenceville (KLZU) and typically practice with a friend and fellow pilot at Jackson (KJCA). When I saw you were flying at Speedway, I finally felt compelled to try introduce myself to you. Hope you see this and I wish you and your friends a full recovery!

[@ProbableCause-DanGryder]

Great! Say hi whenever you’re around!

[@thomasjacques5286]

This plane helped win WWII and then helped rebuild the world afterwards and grow civil aviation we enjoy today.

[@johnsandell4501]

Reminds me of jumping out of Orange's DC3. Memories 👍👍👍

[@keithnoneya]

Fantastic video Dan. I just love the DC3, probably one of the most beautiful planes ever built. Thanks for sharing. Best Wishes & Blessings. Keith Noneya

[@robbflynn4325]

Top pilot. Beautiful plane.

[@bawillard2578]

What an impressive pilot!!!! My gosh so nice to watch thx

[@johnnelson7625]

Nice to see a professional pilot at his craft!

[@markbailey6051]

Thank you Super Dan!

[@timmccartney2367]

I was in an Air Force band in 1961-1964, we used a C-47 to haul our musical instruments and other baggage to and from musical performances.

[@Vention3]

A buddy of mine cherishes an old photo taken when he was in (what seems to be a C-5/DC3) one - as a band leader many moons back - Raphael Nunez - a true Mexican Troubadour up here in Canada for decades.. The photo was scratched & creased, so he asked me to retouch it for him.. My pleasure, as I was able to study the details inside! hehe

[@lonokolotowicz5597]

A DC 3 what a beautiful sight and then carrying a very special passenger.

[@bittebaxter8547]

What a generous bird❤

[@topfuelfan]

You have to admit.. This is a great video.👍

[@Roucasson]

The « music » is really not necessary. Let us enjoy the sound of the engines !

[@nadimirluigi139]

I concur. So many videos have their wonderful footage ruined by unnecessary and inappropriate music...

[@Bupkus68]

I’ll keep an eye out for your music-free DC-3 video as soon as you post it, director.

[@HB-hs1nr]

Awesome video! Thank you! Though not an aviator myself, I've always had a passion for airplanes, especially classic older planes like the DC-3. I have had the privilege of riding in one befpre they disappeared from commercial service on the East Coast almost 40 years ago. The sound and sight of the DC-3 engines was unmistakable, the coughing, chugging and spewing of smoke before the engines tuned to a perfect roar is unmistakable and very memorable. Best of luck to you and to the DC-3 as well. May she fly forever! P.S. The sountrack for this was awesome. Does the music have a title?

[@williamSmith-fv5hi]

Perfect ending. Blessings🙂

[@767driver]

As a pilot that got my DC-3 SIC type rating in that beauty I know it was tough to say goodbye.

[@harrycraviotto2375]

Enjoy your ride, great adventures to you and your young men!

[@Birddog67]

Beautiful takeoff.

[@geoffreymartinez7208]

Was a passenger on one of these carrying 8000 chickens between 2 Caribbean islands. The birds emit a lot of heat and that cockpit was an inferno. Once we got to 3000 feet, it cooled and the chicks quieted down. Upon arrival I personally collected four dozens eggs from those coops. Was fun but I won't do it again.

[@J.G.arspoetica]

Thank You so much! Have you got more of that footage? THX 4 letting the brain control coming out right through the mouth of THE MAN in charge! 🙏💪👍

[@braamvorster8249]

SA Air Force had a couple too. Unfortunately they neglected them.

[@charlesf4493]

Very impressive. Very beautiful.

[@williamkinney427]

Dan, you need to cut out the MUSIC.....I would rather hear the engines and the wind. Really spoils the otherwise nice video.......thanks!

[@smesui1799]

Still a beautiful aircraft ! A real floater with those wings.

[@gregmaggielipscomb9246]

Very good Dan, I am glad you are doing so well, after the landing mishap, God Bless you guys.

[@ebayselle]

Thanks for letting me at home .Let me know next time

[@hhazelhoff1363]

Do a final barrel roll please

[@michaelscott356]

What a beautiful old girl. Hopefully she will end up as a museum piece somewhere, to be enjoyed as much (almost) statically, as she was in the air. RIP, sweetheart!

[@FRIENDHORATIO1]

Beautiful plane. I got to see this in person, through the airport fence of course. But I love big radial engines.

[@SteveTeo99]

Got to fly in one from San Juan Puerto Rico to Tortola, British Virgin Islands for a charter sailing trip in the late 70’s. All the details in the aircraft were pristine and original, which felt just like in an old movie! An amazing memory!

[@jeffleverence4554]

Great job Dan. Any thoughts on wearing a lightweight ski helmet when flying? They are cool but effective brain buckets. 👍🌞It would have helped in the Electra accident. The aviation community needs you brother. ❤️

[@hotrodray6802]

Definitely when you're skiing

[@briand3837]

You make it look effortless!!

[@brians7594]

Beautiful footage, looking forward to the docu. Has to be hard to give her up.

[@coldisle]

Dan..THAT was a beautifully done video. Thank you!

[@MrSuzuki1187]

When I flew the DC-3 1976 to 1978 in scheduled passenger ops it required 2 pilots, and for good reason. Happy to get to ride along with you Dan. and for letting relive my glory days! You are correct about not moving the throttles rapidly. Raming the throttles forward, even during taxi, can overboost the engine and create excess cylinder pressures, known a BMEP. But pulling them quickly to idle would do no harm. That said, I personally would never have flown the DC-3 single pilot. An engine failure or fire would quickly result in task saturation with only one pilot. I have had several engine failures flying the DC-3 and having a copilot read checklists and do the items on it let me concentrate of flying the airplane.

[@pfsantos007]

I like this mentality. Just because you can, doesn't mean you should. An extra *capable* helping hand (two?) and set of eyes are never bad.

[@paulmurphy42]

I agree. It looks like you are the only qualified DC3 pilot who has actually answered this question here.

[@bfoss55]

Everytime I see a video with a DC3 I am stunned to remember that the first DC3 flew 32 years after the Wright brothers flight. What a leap in technology!

[@petewilson5094]

WOW DAN !! I once got to enjoy a flight in an ex C47 Mission Air ,Sun N Fun.

[@Justindean85]

I remember growing up in the 90s and hearing the DC 3 fly over from time to time. It sounded like an empty wheelie bin being wheeled across the pavement, well it did for me as a kid 😆

[@earthelder2065]

Great video! but I wish I could hear the engines run, the music is too loud. Just my opinion though lol!

[@lis819]

Agree…would loved to have heard the engines😊

[@colinfairhurst8949]

Great vid, pilot looks like Buck Owens, so cool and relaxed but totally in charge of the airplane!

[@Richard-co9xd]

Flew as a passenger numerous times 1964 to 1967 on the DEW line, Baffin Island, Cape Dyer, Fox 5 and Fox Main. Loved it.