Can we Fix and Fly a CRASHED Airplane 400 Miles Home ?

[@trespire]

As a former Phantom metal bender, I applaud Gregs full on all guns blazing approach. 100% all the way ! Laying prone on your back, getting a stif neck, chips falling in your mouth, arms aching. Best job in the world !

[@JimBronson]

Greg is the man...drilling out rivets flat on his back for DAYS. You can't find just anyone who will do that kind of work and do a quality job of it.

[@thekingsilverado3266]

Y'all just can't beat being an A&P. Just a much higher paid auto mechanic..

[@chipsawdust5816]

@@thekingsilverado3266 Ummm depends on where you work. Not paid more, generally, than auto mechanics. Especially in GA like these guys.

[@chipsawdust5816]

Gotta wonder about all the Cheery rivets though. You don't just pop them in because it's hard (impossible) to buck a rivet in there. You need approval from the mfg or a DER and put it on a 337.

[@christophergagliano2051]

As a certified A&P mechanic I can't believe Greg was down there on that hard concrete without a creeper, pillow, or blanket that's SOB has got to be one tough dude. I've done a number of the Piper AD inspection panel installations in the lower wing skin / rear spar area and I used a rivet squeezer but was dead tired every time. Also anybody owning a piper that the AD covers please please please do the AD inspection I've seen such corrosion on the rear spar it will f****** knock your socks off. Remember there was a double fatality down in Daytona a few years back and that was a low time aircraft if I remember.

[@Blaircraft.Engines]

This a very nice aircraft... It was a great TEAM effort! I'm glad to had the chance to help make it happen!

[@rebuildrescue]

Definitely! Thank you for watching Brother👍🏻

[@RRJoeShow]

It was great to work with your Josh hope we can get together on a few more projects in the future

[@Blaircraft.Engines]

@@RRJoeShow For sure! Stay safe!

[@vansteiner2396]

@@rebuildrescue😮

[@vansteiner2396]

⁠@@rebuildrescue go Ho ok 0:10 kjjhggh

[@porksboy]

The engine work is great to see. My father was an A&P. We built many cars and engines when I was a kid in the 80's. Taught me to be thorough and read the manual. I had a flash back when you were cleaning that rear cover. I cant tell you how many hours I spent cleaning mating surfaces over the years. I didn't go into aviation, I trained to repair mechanical watches and those lessons pay off daily. Thanks for the reminders of my dad.

[@davidnelson8081]

Saratoga is a good airplane. 3 days for a Annual, and repairs? Lots to do to make it legal to fly. Looks like some long days ahead

[@christophergagliano2051]

They need to get it airworthy so they can get a ferry permit and fly it to their home base before they start the annual. Starting the annual away from your home base is an absolute disaster and I recommended to Jason not to do it.

[@tedmeeuwsen712]

New prop and engine strip down

[@christophergagliano2051]

@@tedmeeuwsen712 no reason to strip down the engine there is FA approved data that allows them to inspect the prop flange and a bolt and a sprocket in the rear case. The FAA recognizes that a total strip down is not required.

[@christophergagliano2051]

@@seantoomey1514 absolutely not, it is not recommended to tear down this engine. We must go by the statistical data that says tearing down an engine when it's not necessary is highly suspect because a good running engine is highly more reliable than an engine that is rebuilt. Again the statistics say you are more likely to experience an engine failure after a rebuild. All pilots and mechanics should research the webinars put on by Mike Bush and the EAA He illustrates time after time the data supports non-invasive maintenance on engines. As a aerospace engineer, aircraft mechanic and FAA designated airworthiness representative I completely concur with Mike's assessment on non-invasive engine maintenance/management.

[@christophergagliano2051]

@@seantoomey1514 I have worked directly with the Atlanta ACO the San Antonio mido and the Orlando mido. I hold five certifications from the FAA. The only reason Lycoming is putting out b******* is to cover their ass. Again please review the podcast by Mike Bush on the subject all you have to do is search for Mike Bush EAA webinars you might actually learn something but considering your last comments I only give that about a 30% chance of happening

[@ZapperguyLOL]

Excellent teamwork! Props to Greg for all that tedious overhead work. That is brutal on your arms. Nice save with the honeybees. 🐝 Can't wait to see the flight home. Stay safe. ☮

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for all the love and support Brother👍🏻 We are happy you enjoyed, thanks again for watching

[@trespire]

Structural tecnicians it's all or nothing. Some jobs takes grit and shear determination, no holding back. Former Phantom fixer.

[@shanemacgregor2771]

Double and triple check is correct. Putting a timeline on anything when flying is serious risk, hope this plane has many more flight hours to come.

[@TekedixXx]

Guys, the honey bees are a great find! The mid-Atlantic region saw a very warm and mild winter, followed by a lot of rain, and that caused honey bees to really explode. I had a new hive pulled out of my wall a month ago! Great to see more bees.

[@Stepclimb]

You were very fortunate that the accessory case fit through the gap in the engine mount! There are many, many aircraft where that is not the case. It literally saved you a day’s worth of work not to have to remove the engine. Thanks for making this video highlighting AD 2004-10-14 and what is involved with inspecting the crankshaft gear and replacement of the bolt and retaining washer.

[@rebuildrescue]

We really lucked out for sure. Multiple times we doubted we could do it but the team pulled through and did amazing !

[@rescue270]

I've done a bunch of them.

[@md4droid]

Wow, this looks to be an enormous amount of work for 3 days!! You guys are really impressive. LOVE IT!!!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for watching, we're glad you enjoyed the episode 👍🏻

[@Blaircraft.Engines]

Yes... it was a great team effort! It went so FAST while staying focused...

[@trentfreeman2373]

​@@rebuildrescuesorry Jason I really am sorry.

[@ShawnPossible]

Such a good feeling having a successfully completed project. Good looking plane. Can't wait to get my free airplane in the air.

Good mechanics are worth gold and good sheet metal guys are even more! Good job guys!!

[@athanasiosapostolou4826]

I absolutely enjoyed this episode. Thank you Jason and all these amazing friends

[@rebuildrescue]

We are glad you enjoyed it, thank you for stopping by this morning!

[@Physco219]

Way to show how it's done. Props to you and the crew. Would love to see more tour footage in another video, too. You guys sure make it look easy. Thanks again for your hard work. All of you.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for your kind message Brother! Glad to have you apart of the channel 👍🏻

[@Blaircraft.Engines]

It sounded so good and that prop is super nice!

[@iainwilson4744]

That Saratoga looks beautiful. Nice rescue.

[@FredWhosDead]

What a great video. I love the 401, but this is one of my favorite episodes you guys have done. Great team work by everyone to get this aircraft back to flying status. Love it!

[@thesearcherman6652]

One of your best videos ever. I would like to see what happens to the yacht too!

[@robertwolfe8680]

A great amount of work in a short amount of time. Kudos to all involved. Be safe above all.

[@rebuildrescue]

Your positivity is appreciated Robert, glad to have you apart of the channel

[@shanehills2698]

She want's to fly again. She need's to fly again. And she will. Great job team. Rebuild Rescue rocks yet again. Your MANA (pride) is strong.

[@Gstation9]

Very excited to see you fly this baby. Good work Jason, Joe, Greg and Josh from Blaircraft Engines to get this airplane re-annualled for flight. Want to see the next flight video. God Bless the 401 !

[@RRJoeShow]

Thanks for coming along for the journey

[@kloptikkelk6048]

Hey Jason, I was at the Bluffton airport and met you and your crew. It was awesome meeting you guys and seeing you at my local airport. Love your videos keep up the good work.

[@rebuildrescue]

Hey Brother, it was awesome meeting you! Thank you for all the love and support, it means so much to us. Hope to see you again 👍🏻❤️

[@lewisalansparkywhitton5074]

the trick to lockwiring those props is feeding the lockwire through before torquing and then applying final torque before doing the pigtail. Great work gents

[@rescue270]

Still a pain even doing that.

[@madmanmechanic8847]

Jason I dont know where you find these guys but what a great crew everybody jumps in an kicks ass and has pride in their work. I was really impressed with Greg and his sheet metal skills kick ass Greg but kudos go out to all of you. Finding people like this is scarce now days.

[@billhartsfield424]

Money talks. Especially when it is OPM !

[@madmanmechanic8847]

@@billhartsfield424 What is OPM

[@jerryv9138]

INCREDIBLE ACHIEVEMENT!!! In THREE DAYS!!!! WHAT A TEAM!!! Can hardly wait to see her fly again!!! THANK YOU!! =)

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for your positive message Jerry, you guys are the best !! We're glad you're apart of the Rescue Crew👍🏻

[@patrickbrookings]

Oh man, that is awesome what you achieved in just 3 days! It was so great to see it start up right away as well. Can't wait to see it fly!

[@mikedowd6015]

18:49 So THAT is what the interior of a wing looks like without bird nests? :)

[@rebuildrescue]

😂😂👍🏻

[@steve_lehr]

Another "riveting" episode! I always learn so much watching these videos. Great job on getting this done. Looking forward to part 2 and the trip home.

[@rebuildrescue]

We are glad you are enjoying the channel, thank you for being apart of the Rescue Crew and supporting our crazy adventures👍🏻

[@randalbigirvirvin1153]

That was pretty dang impressive! Great job guys. Really looking forward to part 2.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thanks for watching Brother !

[@wcrr4230]

A few days ago, I was thinking about how I wish there were more in depth videos on KZbin about working on planes. I stumbled across your channel shortly after that and have been hooked ever since. I wish I became an A&P. I loved this episode and all of the 401 episodes I’ve watched so far. It would be awesome to visit the hangar sometime, I’m not too far from your home airport. I was checked out in CCA’s Archer like…. 8 years ago.

[@jamesharkness1058]

Wow! Great save on a great airplane

[@ubercaulking3656]

All the Guy's working hard and as one, to get it done. Especially Greg, what a good hand.

[@donaldharen]

Awesome teamwork! My neck and back are killing me just watching all that hard work underneath the aircraft! Beautiful airplane that can be a great asset for future missions. God bless you all!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you Donald ! It’s been a huge amount of work. We’re blessed with an amazing team. Can’t wait to use the Toga on its first mission !

[@dougpartington1843]

You guys did a great job. Loved the attention to detail and the amount of work it takes doing maintenance on the engine and airframe. That was a fast hour watching what you did over 3 days. It would be cool to see what it takes to do the annual and seeing it fly home. Can't wait until next week

[@rebuildrescue]

Thanks Doug, we are so happy you enjoyed the episode!

[@Patshes]

Love the Piper Seratoga and all the variants after that. Hope it gets fixed 💯%

[@i.r.wayright1457]

At Lycoming we used to call that model "The Super Sucker." BTW, you have to be very careful to maintain that exhaust system in good condition, and safety wire the V band clamps holding it all together. One accident was caused by a failure of the crossover pipe which then set fire to the baggage compartment, resulting in loss the the plane and occupants. And I see there is loose heat shielding on the firewall. Not good. One more tip from me is, anytime you remove a rear accessory case, it's a great time to inspect the oil pump gears.

[@Nant-y-Coy-Mill]

Really enjoyed this video. Well done. The smiles says it all. “Don’t you love it when a plan comes together”

[@OneIdeaTooMany]

Wow she looks great and it's really quiet in the cabin. She'll serve you well. Would love to see a price breakdown on what it cost to rescue.

[@rebuildrescue]

We will once she’s all buttoned up and ready to go.

[@H.hipster]

It's a plane.. not a woman. It looks great, not she

[@floridafirefighter15]

cant wait to see it fly

[@kristenkylemack9477]

Amazing project you all work so hard. It will be should be a nice flight home. It's great to see broken birds running & flying again.

[@rebuildrescue]

Definitely! Thank you for all the kindness and support you send our way, we appreciate it!

[@nbrowser]

You guys are nuts, insane, talented, driven...keep up the good work folks.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you !!!

I had a flight in a Saratoga once, as a passenger in an air race, and it was a lot of fun. This is a nice plane to get airworthy again.

[@rebuildrescue]

That sounds awesome, don't give me any ideas 😂😂

[@bglenn2222]

I look forward to Saturdays for Rebuild Rescue and Sundays for Garand Thumb. Thanks for helping me always look forward to the weekend!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for your constant support Brother, we wouldn't be here without you guys!!

[@mauritsmerwe3229]

As a carbusiness owner and a private pilot, I love to watch how you show us all the technical work you do on this aircraft’s. It’s highly educational for me. Keep up the good work.

[@g8xft]

Great to see it all come together. Well done guys - can’t wait to see it flying.

[@thomaswall4285]

Loved that! What a bird. I second the motion regarding Team Effort!

[@williamvonaschen7309]

Glad to see the props you are using ! They were made in my hometown of Piqua, Ohio !

[@anconranger1774]

Wow !!!! That was a very exciting episode !!! Jason should be grinning for many years to come !!!! NO spatial disorientation Jason !!!

[@rebuildrescue]

The crew did an amazing job !

[@anconranger1774]

@@rebuildrescue Agreed !!! That was an all star crew !!! I don’t know if you got my “spatial disorientation “ comment. JFK Jr. crashed a Piper Saratoga due to that….RIP. It is my favorite plane though. Been asking my wife to buy me one for 27 years !!! Got another 27 to go!!

[@handy_kc]

You guys got this! I'll have to finish watching tonight. Duty calls! Much success! Go Team Joe!

[@RRJoeShow]

Thanks for the kind words and for coming along with us on our journeys

[@larryburwell8550]

Great plane great effort to get everything fixed mission accomplished. Time to light this candle!

[@christophergagliano2051]

They still have some paperwork to do before anybody lights the candle 😁

[@danliberty734]

It's nice to see a rescue go with relatively no problems. Everything went as planned. Good vid.

[@rebuildrescue]

Doesn't happen too often around here😂

[@MH55YT]

The 401 plane seems to take forever. It's fun to see something that you made progress on.

[@FloorItDuh]

It's going to. It's a certified airframe. Everything has to be done right. It's essentially a full frame off restoration which is not that common in aviation in the grand scheme of things. It's going to take a good long while. Lot of paperwork and inspections, a lot of final approval needed before it's actually safe and airworthy.

[@francistaylor5097]

Great episode guys! A whole hour and a working plane at the end!!

[@rebuildrescue]

A lot of work but we got it done ! Thank you for watching

[@anthonyelam2257]

Only one thing left before you take off ??? ... check tire pressure ... look for nails ... 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@rebuildrescue]

🤦🏻😂🤣👍🏼

[@dannyisaacs3877]

This a very nice aircraft. Excellent episode, Greg needs a medal for his efforts.

[@bobhight396]

I can’t wait to see the Bird house flying

[@ferebeefamily]

What a great bunch of talented guys. Thank you for an enjoyable video.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you so much for watching, we are happy you stopped by!

[@derekk7308]

Awesome guys, amazing work. I have been following since day pne. Love living vicariously from New Zealand. I feel like im part 😅of 😅the team! I love hard work... I could watch it for hours😅hours. Thanks to 😊you guys .. now I can 😊😊

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for being here since the beginning, you guys keep us motivated and we wouldn't be here without you! Glad you're apart of the Rescue Crew👍🏻

[@Blaircraft.Engines]

Awesome! FYI- I think New Zealand looks amazing...

[@johnnyhag675]

Greg was laying hands on the engine. Very important.

[@v1rotait23]

What a great episode of super aircraft engine and airframe engineering. That 59 mins and 59 seconds had me totally engrossed. Luckily I had made a fresh cappucino to get me through that riveting experience of delightful entertainment and something of Jason's that finally works at the end of an hour! Man, those big sixes sound good when fired up! Great job guys on a very nice Saratoga! Cheers from downunder New Zealand, David 😀

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for your kind message David, we wouldn't be here without all the support you guys show us ! We are glad you enjoyed the episode, have a restful Sunday !

[@wilburburger6155]

These type of projects should be on tv🎉

[@blackpowder4016]

That's what youtubers are doing - making their own TV show on the cheap. A very few make some big bucks. Most get beer money.

[@yannkitson116]

Great job guys! Working on your back with arm up for 3 days is a real man's job :)

[@stoyan_vuchev]

Awesome plane, Awesome crew, Awesome job - The triple Awesome! ✨Haven't seen Jason smiling that much recently, keep it up! 😆 Have an Amazing weekend everyone! 🙌🏼❤‍🔥

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for supporting the channel each week Stoyan, have a great weekend!

[@cindysmith75]

It's great to see you smile so big your eyes almost disappear brother. ❤ This was a great episode!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for watching and supporting Cindy !

[@billcarrier9622]

Once again you guys did an amazing job and hit another home run. Greg and Joe are a great team and did a very difficult and tedious job drilling out bucking all of those rivets. Amazing teamwork by everyone.

[@rebuildrescue]

It was hard work, but slightly less hard work with these guys...Blessed to have them !

[@Gears-Wrenches-Rods]

That aircraft sounds awesome! I love the 3 blade sound. Great save!

[@ZCV7853]

Land the 401 on a half mile grass strip??? Ambitious.

[@Blaircraft.Engines]

Yes… Jason said perhaps light on fuel and not much of a load. It would pretty awesome… we’ll see! 😁😬

[@christophergagliano2051]

Landing won't be the problem on the grass strip, it's taking off that could be a problem you better be light with a headwind and short grass lol

[@soullessred5785]

Can’t wait to meet you guys at Osh23!

[@rebuildrescue]

See you there!

[@barhammd]

Great meeting you guys. Extremely impressive crew. Loved seeing Jolene (J35) for a couple seconds in the background. She’s so photogenic

[@drinternatg6391]

Hope the landing gear works after the accident!!

[@arizonaguy7574]

Great stream guys, thanks for sharing a slice of your adventures with us... Greg, those aluminum chards must have felt great on your back =D

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for following along with us and being apart of the channel, it means so much to all of us.

[@rcusick973]

I can't believe how far you got with the 401. After watching you take it apart I thought it would never go back together. Great job keep it up can't wait to see it fly

[@markbailey1911]

Great job guys. Really impressed with your level of mechanics completing that rear casing is a tough task and you nailed it. Excellent video superb team effort can't wait for your next one Mark

[@80aj]

These make it look so stupidly easy. It's amazing.

[@midgetrace]

2 things I hope I’m wrong on. The AD is for the 5/16 bolt in the crank gear. You have the bigger bolt maybe 1/2 or 9/16 I have forgotten. Also could not be sure if you torqued for the larger bolt or not and your supposed to check the gear mounting with a feeler gauge. Second the gear timing should have had timing marks that go in between the gears. Your video did not look correct with the marks you put on them.

[@robertsadler348]

The Rebuild Rescue channel is simply awesome! Nothing better than driven, talented people who enjoy hard work and keeping the standards where they need to be for aviation. Would love to have you guys fly down to South Carolina for our Triple Tree fly in. Have you guys heard about it? Promise you'll love it!!!!

[@christophergagliano2051]

Go easy on the word "standards" in one episode they primed and painted a firewall on a piper that is not standard, and that is not approved you don't put flammable paint on a firewall just to make it look pretty. Also early in the 401 rebuild they were taking parts off the airplane without labeling them I was pulling my hair out when I saw that.

[@WillFixThat]

Wish I was there to help drill and buck rivets … think I still have cleo’s laying around somewhere! 😂

[@noahwright3274]

I love how the vid goes on for 59:59 but not one more second haha. love what you are doing keep making us happy.

[@White_Rose_Al]

Looks a fantastic aircraft, good work

[@MrMpaclassics]

Excellent episode, Greg needs a medal for his efforts,he worked magic on the undercarriage

[@dddizzyddd]

Greg probably doesn't want to see any metal for a while! oh you said medal.

[@jcamnet]

Love the episode just curious can we get a episode with all the planes shown that have and brief run down of what needs to be done love the 401 just interested in aviation

[@troywalker8078]

38:35 That 6-barrel Gatling gun in the front is sweet!

[@jimmyBaldwin-ot9zy]

Love watching you guys working with such great anticipation and good energy and confidence great bunch of people that do great work it make great videos for future aircraft mechanics ! Thank y’all great job 👍 God bless

[@yoshikay8787]

You better bring us along!!! But I gotta ask; No Lunch???

[@rebuildrescue]

We were working so hard we didn’t have time to eat lunch most days.

[@danmcbride6258]

It’s going to be good Flyer. The new Spinner and Prop looks Ace. Even if you don’t get more ponies, it looks like it goes faster! It runs like a Champ.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for your positive comment Dan, good to have you here !

[@russpayne6808]

Really great commentary - very professional, brilliant team-work and plenty of good safe humour too! Poor chap on his back with Aluminium swarf falling all over the place is a hero. Engine work looked top quality to me. Team deserves a top flight-success now....... Russ (England)

[@cookingwithcuyandotherfuns6238]

From Lycoming: "After a prop strike or sudden stoppage, the incident must be entered in the engine logbook. Lycoming must take the position that in the case of sudden engine stoppage, propeller strike or loss of a blade tip, the only safe procedure is to remove and disassemble the engine and completely inspect the reciprocating and rotating parts. This will require a skilled mechanic who knows what to look for in the affected engine. Any decision to operate an engine which was involved in sudden stoppage, propeller strike or loss of prop blade tip without disassembly and inspection will violate the AD Note issued by the FAA and Lycoming Service Bulletin No. 475C, both of which are mandatory. Any decision to fly an engine without complying with these publications must be the responsibility of the agency returning the aircraft to service."

[@Robby4Jesus]

Great build, it's not the 401, but still cool, and Joe was in on it !

[@RRJoeShow]

Thanks for watching along and joining us on our journeys

[@waynehoward1663]

“I want the Austin” I have such a better insight now on light aircrafts and the preps and checks that are required. Keep the vids coming thanks guys.

[@jean-francoisboivinpsychol2408]

A so great video to watch ! Your team makes the difference. You are the hearth of the aviation : Hangars Pro Bums ;) lol I which you all, A great life !!! Fly Safe !

[@rodbihari8799]

I hope you are going to address the reason the landing gear didnt come down for the last guy :)

[@rebuildrescue]

He actually had forgot to run his GUMPS check when on final. The gear is in perfect condition.

[@rescue270]

​@@rebuildrescue What happened to the gear warning?

[@brucebissell7626]

BEAUTIFUL PLANE.

[@tomhendricksen1805]

As a low time pilot in the 70's I purchased a 1960 Bellanca trycycle Tripple tail. Not knowing any better I basically bought it like I would a used car. The salesman never suggested looking over the books, and I don't remember anything about when the next annual was due. Looking back at it all and watching this show, if I were to purchase an airplane today I would know a lot about what to look for, and what questions to ask. I hope new pilots, or first-time buyers are watching this show and learning to look and ask. I did not keep it long due to the upkeep cost, but that was a fantastic airplane to fly.

[@MrSpock002]

Great teamwork guys!! Right men for the job!! That plane will be a hoot to fly!!

[@7378NG]

Love your videos. Watching from Australia.

[@rebuildrescue]

Awesome! Thank you so much Brother!

[@Blaircraft.Engines]

Looking forward to seeing this Piper flying and doing some good work!

[@Wsempson71]

Jason you and your team done an amazing job and another great video well done 👍

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you, we wouldn't be here without all the support from you guys!

[@ratmanmurray7137]

Awesome team work guys... Kudos. What was the cause of the gear up landing? How was that addressed?

[@baxus]

Looking great! Amazing work from everyone!

[@johanclaassen-xf8fx]

jason do you have your licence, you should fly the saratoga yourself, like jimmy

[@stopit6051]

Realizing….Greg is da man!

[@FabulousFab-lb5rq]

Guys you’re a blessing for general aviation ❤

[@rebuildrescue]

We are happy to have you apart of the channel, thank you for your constant support 👍🏻❤️

[@Smannellites]

Great teamwork, guys.

[@okoboji2001]

The newer Firewalls have a panel you can remove to get to the back of the motor.

[@PointlessMiracle]

Who hired that Greg guy? Give him a raise! He’s awesome