Jacksonville to Punta Gorda with Avidyne IFD550 Upgrade Announcement

[@petermendoza1170]

I laugh HARD in amazement, how SWEET you repeatedly make your touchdowns. 👍😀

[@cirruscapo]

I love my Lightspeed Zulu 3, and they have the best warranty in the business. I'm new to flying as a 56 year old working on completing the dream of my childhood, earning my PPL and beyond...

[@BaronPilot]

They are great headsets! That is awesome to hear you are completing your dream!!

[@cirruscapo]

Thnx, seemed to either not had the time, because I was working all the time, or no money, because I wasn't working enough... Lol, now I'm retired and have both the time and funds to chase this dream...

[@billbargar2284]

The 550 is fantastic you are going to love it.

[@BaronPilot]

I can't wait

[@garydell2023]

I'm sure she does. It's a busy world. Tell her hello. Now to check out your TFR video.

[@paul91103]

Nice to see LS headsets getting some prime video time. I started with them when they were big and blue. Now fly with PFXs and love them. Keep up the great videos. Happy flying.

[@imarocker66]

We just got an IFD440 and IFD550 installed. There is a learning curve after using the Garmin430 for so long but its a great upgrade.

[@BaronPilot]

There is a learning curve but as someone who has flown with both, you will never miss your Garmin

[@Moto_Steve_Adventures]

Another great video! Thanks for the shirt and sticker. Got P1Ds also and should be receiving Flight Chops any day now. Loving my KZbin pilot swag.

[@BaronPilot]

Just between you and I, The Baron Pilot is your favorite right? Don't worry P1D wont see your response ;-)And thanks for your order/support!

[@Moto_Steve_Adventures]

Yeah, Greg's too busy living the life of fast cars and fast airplanes. He won't slow down long enough to notice. LOL

[@rayjones3212]

Fun times in the Baron. I really enjoy riding with you and looking over your shoulder, etc.. If you ever get up near or to KMQJ, let me know and I'll motor out and shake your hand, perhaps even buy you a soda or coffee. Cheers from Indianapolis, IN. Back in my mid-late 30's I worked at KMQJ as a lineman and for the most part it was a lot of fun - being able to be around the aircraft and such. But being the very last person to leave on a very cold, clear and windy night - AND the fact that I has a few airplanes to put to sleep - AND that fell down on my tailbone while heading to the tug.............I think you can see where I'm going with that. To this day I can still remember slipping on the ice and going down --- HARD!

[@jameswikstrom4174]

Love the new headset! Like the one for the Co-Pilot which is wireless as well. In the world we live in today, you have to take advantage of the advances in technology. I am very excited about your new Avidyne IFD550 upgrade to your panel. You will be able to rock and roll when the upgrade is complete!

[@BaronPilot]

Me too. Ya I am pro technology that improves my life.

[@mikeshort5516]

Thanks for sharing, enjoyed your humour and your approach view. Was a relaxing 20 mins.

[@BaronPilot]

LOL Thanks

[@rammstein1903]

I've been using the zulu 3 for a little over a year and have been happy with them.

[@BaronPilot]

Great to hear!

[@anthonynicodemo6388]

The Avidyne units look great. Love the integration with the iPad.

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks. Ya they are great.

[@mikewebb111]

Love flying with you..only get to Florida every 3 years. Very jealous of the new Lightspeed headsets. I’ve gone DC ANR so now have to spend more money. Look forward to flying the avionics upgrade with you. All the best from cold Melbourne Australia.

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks! Ya they are great. I'm glad I made the change!

[@myprettybird212]

where's lucy i'v missed her

[@jjcaron72]

jennifer curtis, I was thinking the same thing.

[@bobbywilliams9772]

seems like shes no longer a part of all this. Bummer she was hot

[@N98858]

Nice Ride as always "BP"... ';-) Looking forward to seeing those equipment upgrades as well Sir!

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks!

[@ronmoore5827]

Another nice one sir. Love that under the fuselage view.

[@BaronPilot]

thanks

[@dondoswell3113]

The light speed headsets are really good sets. I have had that model for a few years and really love them and I just send them back to get reconditioned and fixed up they do a great job for me. I might try the wireless version also.

[@BaronPilot]

I'm loving them

[@Kimtwister]

awesome flight good luck with your upgrade on your flight deck there i cant wait to see it

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks!

[@hamhock9562]

your landing was Grease!!!! Nice baby.

[@brianhn1]

Nice flight! CRG is where I keep the birds at.

[@BaronPilot]

Come say hi next time I fly in

[@freightdawg6762]

please show the complete installation of the 550, nice flight 👍

[@BaronPilot]

That is my plan. :-)

[@chuckmartin5773]

Well....was going to call it a night but guess I can wait another 20 minutes,lol. Thanks for sharing

[@BaronPilot]

What better way to start and end your day? LOL

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Nice headsets! I think the audio is much better with yours - very clear, and no drop outs whatsoever. Love all the new camera angles. Nice being able to watch the flaps come down, and how close the wheels are to the runway, and we get to see your hard core concentration when landing, too. :) I'm also able to see your fuel consumption very clearly, and see the differences from taxi to takeoff - it's a BIG one! About 10x more at full power! You probably don't want to know that, HAHAHA! 😁 If I could monitor that in my vehicles, I would - super interesting. Great stuff. Looking forward to the avionics replacement vid. I've been a mechanic for what seems like my entire life, but I've never touched any aircraft before. I'm always interested in the inner workings. Thanks again for the flight, and congrats on the new gear! 👍

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks. I too love that tail camera.

[@isapat3]

Nice flight. thanks for sharing....I appreciated your explanations... Patrick from Paris France LFPO

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks for watching all the way from France!

[@MichaelLloyd]

The audio is phenomenal. Great video

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks

[@tpittockful]

Thank you again sir. I think you flew over my house in Brooksville on that trip. Tuesday I believe it was I saw a jet fighter low and slow over me in Brooksville? Is that normal? I love it they can continue doing that as much as they like lol.

[@BaronPilot]

If only I had a water ballon! LOL Not sure what their normal pattern is but I would be thrilled to see them flying over me anytime!

[@niceguy2171]

Did catch the live-stream so knew about the upgrade, and can't wait to see that 550 installed! This is the part where I should tell you how spoiled you pilots are..but will save the stories,lol. Those Lightspeeds are nice, and such a upgrade over the even 10 yrs. ago headsets!

[@BaronPilot]

oh I know. When I started flying there was no GPS. At least not in GA

[@niceguy2171]

As a mature pilot am sure you do, and it's funny when you tell some of the young people it..and they look at you like you're an alien from another planet, lol. But I embrace technology, and love where it's going, being able to file a flight plan on say..ForeFlight for example, and have it be able to easily load in the FMS is amazing, and have it be able to identify other craft one in the air..actually be able to zoom in and touch on them and have their heading and other details is just such an advancement from where even I started. It all makes for a safer and easier environment in the air though, and that's always a good thing.

[@BaronPilot]

Mature Pilot 🙊 of course you were referring to my demeanor 😜

[@niceguy2171]

Of course, and of being a very experienced pilot ;) you're still a young guy, and wish I could say the same about me! But let's just say I'm 'well seasoned',lol

[@armandovianaavo6518]

Tanks for sharing ur flights

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks for watching!

[@hamhock9562]

enjoyed your flight.. first time I have seen your channel..

[@BaronPilot]

Welcome to my channel!! I hope you enjoy it and subscribe!

[@hamhock9562]

Already subscribed my brother. I love airplanes.. Never flown a Baron. I have flown a Bronco!!! A little bigger, a little more powerful.. Harder to land then a Baron, but practice makes perfect.. You know that saying.. "Landing an airplane is a controlled crash". Peace.

[@steves.922]

Great video as always,my friend!

[@BaronPilot]

Thank you as always!

[@DUIA77]

Is the headset for Lucy? oh, where is Lucy?

[@BaronPilot]

It's for all my front seat passengers ;-)

[@Captionmarvelous]

Your voice seemed to go up in pitch after you landed? I wonder if altitude while higher in the sky had something to do with it? I love the sound of the twin engines when you take off! Do you have to worry about engine shock flying at the altitudes down there in Florida? BTW, I didn't know about cooling the engines too fast was a problem and learned that by watching air videos on KZbin....Is that a problem on all piston aircraft engines? Oh, I'll shut up now:)

[@normangallant9879]

Nice equipment

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks

[@iPilotFlorida]

Smooth ride.....

[@BaronPilot]

Thanks

[@michaelhayes6959]

KCRG, my home airport.

[@BaronPilot]

You have to say hi next time I fly in

[@massimodalessandro9259]

Hi Baron Pilot. Your videos are a great help. I’m trying to learn all I can using my Baron 58 X plane simulator. If I may ask you a few questions. Regarding VFR, do you ever fly that option or do you always go IFR? What is the max distance you are willing to fly VFR? Given a beautiful day, how do you decide between VFR or IFR for yourself? Thank you sir!

[@BaronPilot]

I prefer IFR but I do fly VFR. It just depends. I have flown from NY to FL VFR

[@sqvision]

Nice video, thanks for sharing it. Question, what is that switched-off old little TV-screen below your squawkbox? Is it still used for something? It looks from the pre-GPS era ;-).

[@BaronPilot]

It’s my airborne Radar

[@sqvision]

Baron Pilot thx!

[@carlytorres21]

Great video as always, Loved the approach.. Have you tried a Gimbal on the camera that is behind you seat? I've seen some videos of other pilots using a gimbal on that camera and when the airplane is turning gives a very cool interesting perspective.

[@RumblestripDotNet]

Just take I-75 North for about 1275 miles and you will be within shouting distance of my house, located about five minutes away from KVLL. Also, shirt came late last week, looks good!

[@BaronPilot]

I hope that means you guys will be at OSH and come by my meet and greets!! Glad you like the shirt. Thanks for your order!!

[@mikercflyer7383]

Have you checked the custom fit in the ear pods? I wonder what the advantages and disadvantages are for one thing they are light wight and do not mass up your hair😂

[@BaronPilot]

I haven't seen any others that I like.

[@colinbrettell3136]

Nothing to do with flight, although enjoyable as ever. What's the make of your watch? Cheers.

[@BaronPilot]

Invicta

[@massimodalessandro9259]

Hello, what would you use the feathering setting for on your throttle quadrant? I know it has to do with taking a bigger bite of air, but when would it be used during flight? Sorry if I missed your explanation on this. Thank you and great video!

[@BaronPilot]

If you had an engine shutdown you would feather the props to reduce drag from that engine.

[@kevinrblodgett]

Nice day to fly, and the sound quality is great. Thanks for the review of the Lightspeed; I'd been considering it but this decides it for me. BTW they're offering a $76 mail-in rebate on any headset through July 4 for others interested. You seemed unhappy with your landing--would you want to have done something differently? Thanks again.

[@BaronPilot]

I saw that! Because I was flying a tight leg I carried a little extra speed so I wasn't able to make the first turn off that I usually hit.

[@Mike_Costello]

You need to talk about that watch as well. A lot of us are secret or overt watch people as well as car people. P1D is a watch guy. Whats the go with you? - Mike Costello.

[@BaronPilot]

I'm a Porsche guy like P1D ;-)

[@brianmcgee115]

can't wait to see the upgrades! Will this make you ads-b compliant or does your 440 already cover that?

[@BaronPilot]

I am already ADS compliant.

[@papajohn357]

Another great video. How is the lovely miss Lucy doing?

[@BaronPilot]

Thank you. She is doing well!

[@garydell2023]

Thank you for your informative video. Good ediiting. I'll look into the headset. Look forward to the upgrades with the 550. Side point, what happened to your 'co-pilot'? In skool? ;-). Working on her pilots license? Just curious. I probably won't be at Oshkosh. I'm looking for someone who is going and I'm willing to split the cost but so far no dice. Fly safe.

[@BaronPilot]

She's doing well. She has a lot going on

[@alexsantiago4868]

KCRG my base for flight training. Hopefully run into you one day

[@BaronPilot]

ATP?

[@alexsantiago4868]

Sterling

[@BaronPilot]

Cool. I might be out there later today. Message me on Instagram @BeechBaronpPlot

[@Murica-gh8bg]

I was just in Jacksonville 2 weeks ago. Went by Craig Airport a number of times to watch planes land. Question: Have you ever flew to Naples?

[@BaronPilot]

Yes I have.

[@retcdnmilengr]

I noticed you did not use flaps on takeoff, is that a normal thing? Nice headsets, have used military ones before, but not for a while. Usually a passenger in airlines...:(

[@BaronPilot]

The Baron does not call for flaps on normal takeoff.

[@retcdnmilengr]

flown on a couple and never noticed before or asked..until now, very cool!

[@psyrixx]

I love my Zulu3's. :D

[@BaronPilot]

Ya they are pretty awesome!

[@KowboyUSA]

Headphones: Classic look, modern capabilities.

[@GaryMCurran]

That's going to be a tight panel with everything in it, the audio panel, the two IFDs, the transponder and the radar. Are you going to move something to the far right panel, under the engine gauges, maybe the transponder? I mean, it might all fit, but trying to look over, under and around that second iPad to see the radar, that's going to be a bit of a stretch. I mean, if you had an RDR-2000, you could display it on the IFD550, but that's the only radar it supports, accoding to Avidyne's website. Of course, you could trade in the AXP340 for the AXP322 and go fully remote with control from the 550 and 440. If you're adding all of this, are you also going to add the SkyTrax 100 system for ADS-B in, or are you going to stick with the Stratus 2S? Got another questions for you. The flaps and landing gear, particularly the landing gear lever. Is that just a simple switch, or is there connections to the back of it? I was thinking it is no more than a switch, is there any reason that you can't relocate it to somewhere else. The flap switch, with indicator, may be a bit harder to relocate, but if you could reposition the landing gear swtich, you might not have to be a contortionist to reach it! lol. Anyway, thanks for a great video, looking forward to your next one and seeing the results of the upgrades.

[@BaronPilot]

I believe I have just the right amount of room to make it all fit. Worst case I can also go with a remote mount transponder. I already have the Skytrax100. ;-) I'd love to relocate the Gear switch, but that will have to wait if I ever go full glass.

[@Mostlyharmless1985]

How often do you fly to CRG? I swear I’ve seen your plane come in over the shopping plaza side as I’m walking to the store.

[@BaronPilot]

Been coming more lately

[@dougmohn1182]

What would the cost be to upgrade the panel in your Barron, or this that of next aircraft you buy.

[@BaronPilot]

The upgrades I mentioned are for the Baron. It’s about a 30k upgrade

[@loremaable]

Hi , at a stage just after takeoff the plane seemed to vibrate a lot.Were these turbulences ?

[@BaronPilot]

I would have to go back and watch but probably

[@gonzaloearchilas6952]

Did the radar can be displayed on the 550?? Happy landings!!!

[@BaronPilot]

Not my old analog radar. SO I still need a radar display. :-(

[@gonzaloearchilas6952]

secundar market!! got a great friend who runs a big Avionics shop at Lakeland, you can call him maybe have got pricing solution for that!!!

[@bendav]

Is that an antenna of some sort on the rear window behind you? Love my Z3s, also picked up at SNF.

[@BaronPilot]

Yes I have an AirText. It's a portable sat bast messaging system I was going to talk about it in this video but I had too much to talk about. You can see it at BaronPilot.net for now.

[@challenger2ultralightadventure]

Are you going to Oshkosh this year?

[@BaronPilot]

I am. Are you? I have meet ups scheduled. The information is posted on BaronPilot.net

[@DOMINICAAVIATION]

Nice vid 👍

[@BaronPilot]

Thank you!

[@freddybowman9905]

Where is lucy

[@NochZvezd4]

Are you taking off at Craig or KJAX?

[@BaronPilot]

Was leaving CRG

[@BaronPilot]

I am at CRG all the time. Keep an eye on my Instagram and message me next time I’m there.

[@NochZvezd4]

Baron Pilot alright thanks

[@shreddder999]

ATC volume still kind of low by comparison.

[@tropicalhunch2802]

Please feel free to fly as low and loud as possible over PGI.

[@BaronPilot]

LOL

[@douglyons7772]

Newbie Q I suspect....What does Zapolski mean?

[@BaronPilot]

That's me talking fast. I am saying 75 whiskey witch is the last 3 of my tail number 75W

[@mrabrasive51]

no girl?..later!

[@mattbasford6299]

Different strokes...I prefer to fly by feel rather than by numbers. Neither way is right or wrong

[@BaronPilot]

I agree neither is wrong. And there is a lot to be said about being about to feel what the airplane is telling you. But knowing the numbers can save your life. Say you’re flying and your static port or pitot tube gets clogged. Let’s even say you are IMC. You are coming in to land without an airspeed indicator. What do you set your power to in order to be at your desired approach airspeed? Let’s also say you forgot to charge your iPad so you don’t have GS from a gps.

[@mattbasford6299]

Baron Pilot I understand your point. Of course when you are in imc or on an instrument approach, you must fly by the numbers. What concerns me about many pilots is that they have so much gadgetry in the cocpit, that it becomes like a flight sim. What happens when one of those pilots lose his airspeed indicator on final? One other thing, I would never file ifr on a clear day. I much prefer to look out the window and enjoy being the pilot rather than managing systems or an iPad

[@mfuentes3470]

If she is no there is no the same

[@BaronPilot]

I thought you were watching to see me? LOL

[@ohiknow]

Has this bozo seen any more "drones" a 5k feet?