Delayed Flight! How we make up time in the B737

[@tommydi4618]

Thanks for all these videos. I also am a flight sim guy as a hobby and I wanted to say thanks Big Ern, im in my early 50s and have made the decision to get my private pilot license. Has always been a dream but you helped make a reality. So for that, thank you and keep the videos coming

[@fieldparsons2287]

I got into the Destination 225 program a year ago, and I love learning the ins and outs of what my daily life will be like working for the best airline out there! Your videos will for sure give me a leg up in indoc 😆

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Ha! Congrats! Hope you’re enjoying the program so far. I look forward to flying with you when you get on the line. Cheers!

[@colbym2538]

Finally understanding the Southwest FMC with acars and cpdlc, I wish we had that in xplane🤣 Thank you for another great video Ernie!

[@drewleevy5420]

Was thinking the same

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Awesome Colby! Happy to help! Cheers!

[@vanallen9453]

...and here comes yet another great video..wishing you continued success..way to go..flying right along.. with Big Ern...

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Thanks LR!

[@ianallen1948]

Air bridge only ever breaks on the “critical last sector” ....another great vid!

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Thanks Ian! And yes you’re right about that. Cheers!

[@jimmyjamesjames2347]

Just finished the CFI academy without a single bust, and not a single job in sight. You’re videos inspire me to keep going! Thanks Big E!

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Nice job Jimmy! Congrats! That is a great accomplishment and shows your discipline and drive. Keep it up, it will serve you well. Cheers!

[@jbreezy101]

You could go private CFi and not Join a flight school? Not sure. Keep going! You'll get where you want!

[@frankwilliams5479]

OMG THIS WAS AMAZING PLEASE CONTINUE WITH SIMILAR VIDEOS LIKE THIS!!!!!! Sincerely, an aviation fanatic

[@nicklane8680]

You are so right about flying in the PNW. I’m just finishing my PPL out of Renton Municipal (the home of the 737). I love flying here, except when the weather is overcast at 1,000 and 1 1/2SM visibility half of the year.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Nick! Awesome! I absolutely love that area in Washington. You're flying out of a very cool airport. And yes, the weather gets a bit old at times but that's why it's so green right?👍 Cheers!

[@aviatoralex4774]

Hey Big Ern ! Thank you so much for doing this stuff. I flew with you guys exactly one week ago into long beach but had a layover in KPHX, I was hoping to see you. You guys are amazing. But thank you so much for doing this. Not many commercial pilots are willing to start a youtube channel for future pilots and aviation enthusiasts.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Alex! I appreciate that. Giving back to this community that has been so good to me is a priority. I'm happy to hear that you are enjoying it. Best of luck to you my friend! Cheers!

[@fulthrottleavi8r]

Thanks for sharing as always. I see the Max is back, looking forward to hearing about one of those trips on the channel someday!

[@wr7213]

hey big Ern great video as always, due to the pandemic its exactly a year I haven't touch the controls of a 737 ,but thanks to you feel like im still flying .keep doing what you do for all of us who are grounded at the moment.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Thanks Warren! Just a matter of time my friend! Hang in there. Cheers!

[@kevincole2484]

Hey Ern, Love the videos man!! I want to fly the 737 someday so it’s awesome to see how you guys do it, in the real world! In your next video, could you film how flight crews pick and receive your flight schedules from WN, and how you setup all the waypoints and weight and balance calculations for the flight into the FMC. Thanks again for the awesome videos, keep it up!

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Kevin! Thank you so much! I’ll dig more into those topics in upcoming videos. Thanks for the ideas. Cheers!

[@72tlovett]

I love Pat Tillman plaque in the workout room

[@MrFloppy131]

Hey I am over doing your Customs Flights at SNA hope to see you someday when you fly in

[@ajdijkvan7831]

Yes....Weekend with a new vid.....Hello Ern! Great watching you again...and wath a flight it was! Loved it nice.....appreciate your optimistic Ern;) Stay safe and have a great weekend! Many greetings.....Betsy.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Thanks Betsy! Hope you have a great weekend. Cheers!

[@ajdijkvan7831]

@@FlyingwithBigErn ....Thx...You're Welcome Ern!....Betsy.

[@lvsluggo007]

Love Southwest.. I try really hard to fly Southwest anytime I need to fly somewhere.

[@bobbyalldis7546]

Great video Big Ern. Love to watch them. Praying for safe travels for you and the gang. Hopefully catch up with you in an airport soon.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I appreciate that Bobby! Cheers!

[@seagullsbtn]

Love the variety in your Channel. Keep it fresh!

[@robervalmachado5709]

From Brazil, fantástic.

[@leeewing5721]

Really enjoy your videos. Very interesting and always informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@thalesgabriel3026]

I’m looking forward for the MAX videos, excellent video as always man

[@Ryanboy2020]

Ern, when are you going to introduce Sam? It's nice of you to fly and pick up his parents!

[@frankfarrelly5215]

Hello Ern Frank from MDW, nicely done. Three Max launched from MDW this week great to see them flying. Keep the videos coming . Safe travels..

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Frank! Yes I'm so glad to see our Maxs flying again. I watched one depart yesterday and was a little jealous I wasn't flying it😄. Cheers!

[@frankfarrelly5215]

@@FlyingwithBigErn Soon..

[@HashaunAdderleyOfficial]

You got good energy man, keep up the excellent vids!

[@danieldoes4568]

Bit late but I love the Pat Tillman picture❤️❤️

[@TheSoftballstar1261]

8:46 bruh!!!! Me too 🤣 Ern, your face 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 8:53 I agree! I have NO idea what a 'squawk' is though.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

😅

[@23dap]

HAHAHAHAHA! Me 3!

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Fly safe always.

[@cadebusto1923]

Excellent video as always Ern! Are you able to show the briefing between you and the captain?

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Cade! Doing one on this trip. Cheers!

[@coreymcdonald7745]

your face with the 6663 squawk code... hahaha

[@PlaneGeek007]

great content as always...love the behind the scenes. any chance of sticking a go pro on the window so we can watch your stellar arrivals and departures?

[@fieldparsons2287]

Per FAA regulations, unfortunately no :(

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I wish CB. Maybe someday they’ll allow it. Cheers!

[@Ryanboy2020]

@@fieldparsons2287 I dont think it's a FAA restriction on filming the arrivals and departures. It's a Southwest Airlines policy, Ern?

[@PlaneGeek007]

@@FlyingwithBigErn thank you for the info...continued safe skies for you!

[@thecomedypilot5894]

YES! Another video!

[@silasmiller132]

Another awesome video as always! Keep up the great work, and I love the intro btw! Stay safe everyone🙂

[@okell8319]

I mean, I fly SWA all the time and the worst delay I had was only 30 mins when I was traveling DAL-LAX because they had to wait for connecting passengers from Houston Hobby so yeah.

[@fabianthony1]

Hey Capt Ern! Wonderful video to see, was is the same traffic delay out of SDL yesterday morning with 51FM. It took us an hour to just get off the ground and traffic was backed up all the way to Elite. I was wondering if you could email me about a question with the Autopilot system that came on as a caution message while arriving back into SDL. Wasnt sure if you have had this message come up at all "AP/DPC not ..." Never seen it before and looked through the POH to find the answer but had to pay attention the closer we got to SDL due to weather last night. Also ISA is another question too. Thanks for the wonderful videos and talk to you soon!

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Anthony! Yeah it’s been pretty bad lately flying out of SDL. I’ll get with you on that. It’s a Garmin software issue that they’re working through. Cheers!

[@captainchad2428]

I was here from 1k subs it’s pretty cool to see your channel expand and grow🙌🙌

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I really appreciate your support Captain Chad242! Happy to have you as a subscriber and happier to hear you enjoy the channel. Cheers!

[@CaptainCory]

6663 was my squawk flying from IND-LGU on Tuesday last week 😂 That’s crazy. Was good luck for us 🤷🏼‍♂️ Great channel man.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Ha! Glad it worked out😁. Appreciate ya! Cheers!

[@boeingdriver7375]

Hey Ern question regarding PWB runway selection. I noticed there is currently a TEMP CRANE NOTAM active for 25R. Specifically, !FDC 1/3122. It is for the ODP and not the SID. Do you not have to select 25R-CRANE for TO CONDITIONS? or is that not a thing at your company? Or is it just since you are not following the ODP technically, you dont need to run CRANE numbers in this case? Again, incredible video as always! Cheers! :)

[@a.l.419]

Another great video!!! Thank you SIR!!!!!

[@Rocketbunny.US1]

Do you enjoy the busyness of being a pilot? What are the schedules I have seen that one video that you switched flights. LOVE your intro it’s nice and simple and it relates to you. How long dose it take to be a CPT from a first officer? Love the videos keep it up!

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey CPT Alaska! I really do. You know you really enjoy your profession/job when you can't wait to go back to work. I and really feel it's the people at my company that makes the difference. We all are flying airplanes in the airlines, there is just something different when I'm here. Typically it was a 8-10 yr upgrade for us, although with the current situation it is getting longer. Although when we get to the backside of this pandemic I have a feeling it will get shorter. Either way I'll just be patient and when my number is called I'll have to make a decision. Cheers my friend!

[@Rocketbunny.US1]

@@FlyingwithBigErn yes I can’t wait till I can start flying big birds (738-739) for Alaska love the KZbin cheer!

[@MrFloppy131]

Business

[@wideworldwes]

Great content as usual. Headed to Phoenix on the 20th! Looking forward to seeing the sun again 😃

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

It’s a bit cold out right now (I say cold really just 58). Hopefully it will warm up a little. Cheers!

[@DanMalott1]

Great video! And that squak code 🤣

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I know right?!😁

[@chrisdavis4296]

How was the views going through cascades? I am originally from PDX just moved to PHX I feel like i brought Portland weather with me like for example the rain lol. But have to say great video showing the sunny weather at PDX how was the ride into PDX I know it gets mild turbulence around hood and until arrival then climbing out of PDX it is always mild turbulence

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

The views always impress me up there Chris. I’d love to spend more time in the PNW during the summer. It was actually a smooth ride that day. Which added to the experience. Cheers!

[@wildthang2636]

A cool video idea might be how you do your preflight weather and route planning in your cirrus vs how you do it with the airline. 😎

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Good idea Frank! I’ll work on that one. Cheers!

[@Nicetrybrobro]

Great video!! 👍🏻 never knew it was on the ground you make up time, I always assumed the pilots turned on the afterburners in the sky! 😉 as always, solid work man!!

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Ha! I wish it were that easy. We’d never be late but it would be a drag race with everyone everyday. Would be fun😁. Cheers!

[@as-guardianangel9360]

Great video, once again! What chime is at 4:00? Always wanted to know.

[@ethanrose3243]

I am in no means a 737 pilot in real life so I can be wrong but flying in the flightsim that chime is in the pmdg 777 and usually happens when information you requested gets put in to the fmc for example on the pmdg 777 you can request the winds and it loads and when the winds get automatically imputed it makes the chime to let you know it was a success.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Thank you so much! Like Ethan said it is an alert to let us know information is available. Could be from the weather or performance data we requested. Or could be our dispatcher sending us a message. Good question! Cheers!

[@Airplaneobseesed9937]

That was a good vid in fact I went on Southwest Airlines to lax then on Friday the next day I woke up and went to the airport for my 6 hour flight to Maui hawaii

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Oh very nice! Enjoy Maui!👍🏽

[@markbennett393]

Hustle Hustle, thanks Ernie!

[@josephasabish3615]

Awesome video again!!! Is there any way you could do a time lapse for each video of your entire flight? It’d be so cool to see takeoffs/landings/cruise! Rn we only get “we’re leaving” and “we’re here” haha. Wanna see the views!! Ur an awesome pilot, though. Love seeing how you do things

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Joseph! I wish I could my friend but we are prohibited from filming once the cockpit door closes. Sorry.

[@kofidebrah7594]

thanks for the heads up. Thought all you had to do was to fly faster. If the cost of fuel wasn't a concern could you fly at speed to make up the time .... especially over flights that are longer than 4 hours or so? Great channel btw and nice home gym set up. Did you do it at once or did you build it up over a period of time. Cheers.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Kofi! It would make a difference the longer the flight but still minutes. Short cuts help as well but the majority of the time saved is still on our turn times. I built the gym up over time. I’d recommend doing it that way. You start to realize what equipment you really want. Cheers!

[@JesusPerez-ef1yp]

excellent video Captain. great information! a question. How many days do you work and how many do you rest? bone his work role. greetings from Cancun Mexico!

[@MVentura30]

Great video wonderful

[@andrewmettler6182]

Hey Ern. Glad I found your channel. It’s cool to see your perspective and get eyes on what it’s like to be a pilot. I had a question about flight planning. Do the pilots create their own flight plan each time they fly or does southwest create the flight plans? Thanks!

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hi Andrew! Our dispatchers plan our flights with the help of a team of professionals from weather, network etc. It’s an incredible process. Cheers!

[@seatravel8536]

Great video. Like the Pat Tillman frame in background of workout room. You must be ex military.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Thanks Sea Travel! Yes I was. Cheers!

[@brandonmmmmmmmm3293]

Good stuff ✈️

[@Slyze33]

You always have the smile, don't you? Looks like you really do like your job :-)

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

It’s genuine Slyze33! I love what I do and the people I get to work with. Cheers!

[@Slyze33]

@@FlyingwithBigErn Judging by the context (covid / flight shaming...), would you still recommend this job around you?

[@jamescollier3]

@@Slyze33 well, the dems want to get rid of gas, except of course for their private planes.

[@richardhorrocks4677]

What about the cost index? Good vid! Best channel on KZbin !

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Richard! I appreciate the compliment. Yes the cost index plays into the speed at which we fly. But unless we’re flying east with a huge tailwind it doesn’t save us much time. Good question! Cheers!

[@andybbeck2043]

Great one 👌

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Thanks Andy!

[@peytonvali1404]

Saw the squawk 6663 brought me back to when I was given 0666 by salt lake haha

[@plainsailing5987]

Enjoy the videos. FO’s seem to so a large amount of the aircraft set up. Would that be normal in your company? Personally I wouldn’t feel comfortable having my FO’s having that much of the work of the do pre departure.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Ha we do Ken! Fear not! Our training program here is second to none and I really give them most of the credit. Although we have been fortunate to have excellent newhires from all across the spectrum of aviation. They're usually the top performers in their prior companies so very capable and adaptable to our procedures. Cheers!

[@plainsailing5987]

@@FlyingwithBigErn That’s fantastic. I probably worded it incorrectly. I was just making an observation that the FO duties seem to be extensive. In your videos you seem to be doing all of the work. Very well might I add. I didn’t mean it in the sense that anyone in the seat is not capable or anything like that. Enjoy the videos. Keep them coming. It’s great to see what goes on and the similarities with other operators around the world.

[@samwisel28]

What are performance differences on takeoff 700 vs 800 series? In the back, 800 always seems like much longer roll, although not nearly as long as 900. Do you Have to be mindful of avoiding tail strikes on 800?

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Sam! I describe it as driving a big Cadillac (800). Very solid and smooth. The 700 is like a sports car. Especially when we’re light. You do have to be mindful of the tail on takeoff and landing. Cheers!

[@filippobellegati6688]

Sorry for the stupid question but why do you have a sticker on the front camera of your iPad ? Maybe for security reasons?

[@Mjixa]

Was the Captain ever annoyed by your shooting in the cockpit while he/ she is prepping as well ? Just curious . Great videos

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hi Mickael! They’ve all been very supportive and happy to add some wisdom for you all. I flew with another Check Airman my last trip and he was more than happy to add some knowledge. Look for that video in a couple weeks. Cheers!

[@phoenixjay9633]

Im the 738 Like!!! Its meant for me to be a B738 Pilot... love the vids

[@javloggs2322]

Hey Ernie I love your videos man I’m a Aviation geek myself and I love the old livery from SWA love the flights when you head to DAL

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I appreciate that J&A! Cheers!

[@javloggs2322]

Cheers from KLBB

[@XX-166]

Sup Ern, which one of those legs of travel did you fly and how is that decided so that you continue to get your hours?? Hope all is well with you and the family! 👍🏾

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey XX! Usually the Captain starts off and we alternate. Although they usually ask if we have a preference. Cheers!

[@XX-166]

@@FlyingwithBigErn that’s good to know my friend 👍🏾 Thanks

[@marshall7412]

Have you ever flown with captain Jennifer Wise? She’s also a DPE, did my commercial checkride in November. If so tell her I say hi next time you run into her. :-)

[@hygorhenrique1726]

Watching from brazil...

[@BEvans-sb3lp]

Wassup Big Ern! B Evans from MGM

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Wassup B. Evans! Awesome outfit out there! Cheers!

[@semide5082]

hello ....do you calculate takeoff performance or you send a request to the company?? because when you request it you didnt put the weather information ??

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Senide! We send it off. When they calculate the data they pull the current weather. Good question! Cheers!

[@cadenelson6493]

hey ern, just wondering what do you think of the max?

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I can't wait to fly in Cade! It's a very comfortable and quiet ride. Cheers!

[@cadenelson6493]

@@FlyingwithBigErn sick! my dad got one for April.

[@kberry9822]

When are you going to fly the Max

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I'm hoping soon K Berry! I'm actually very excited to get back in it. I'll make a video when I do. Cheers!

[@MIKEPGH]

Terrible squak. LOL!!!!!!

[@ASIFIQBALBackpacker]

Si, is there have maximum age restriction to become airline pilot ???

[@jjohn713]

More power?

[@MIKEPGH]

Most beautiful place on Earth IMO is south Florida.

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I have to get the Cirrus down there. I hear it’s a great flying community👍🏽. Cheers!

[@TheSoftballstar1261]

I ski!!!! I ski here on the east coast. I have YET to ski out west! I want to though!

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

You have to check it our Julia! My favorite is Park City Utah. Cheers!

[@TheSoftballstar1261]

@@FlyingwithBigErn I'm good with flatter trails. The resort I love on the east coast has flatter trails that I'm used to. I was working on the blue trails (green trails everywhere else). But I had two surgeries, one each season, and then COVID hit. Next season though!

[@TheSoftballstar1261]

@@FlyingwithBigErn I went skiing on Monday!!!!! I did okay, but it felt great to be back on the slopes! I skied in January of this year too! A ski instructor at the resort I love going to used to fly COMMERCIAL test aircraft!!!! I forget what types of aircraft he flew, but it's really interesting to know that! I am having a hard time believing that, but it's wicked cool!!!!! I am VERY close with that ski instructor!!!!!

[@VersedNJ]

Read today, that Southwest put the Max back into service, are you going to transition soon?

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Michael! I went through training on it last month and ready to fly it. Now I just need to get scheduled on it. Cheers!

[@bajamedic]

PDX, the best US Airport!

[@mattthompson8487]

Poor F/A that had to tell the passengers about the broken jetbridge😂

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Ha! Yeah that’s never a good message to deliver😁. They have their techniques though👍🏽. Cheers!

[@census3370]

When do you fly the max?

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

I’m hoping soon Census! I can’t wait to do it!

[@chryslerdsouza4666]

☺

[@sweiv]

niiice

[@CptGioYT]

Good morning sir 🙏 I am a flight simmer and on my latest stream I've used your name on the title and did a fly into Cabo. Just wanted to know if it's OK to use your name or if you want me to remove it cheers

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey Cpt Gio! I just don't want to mislead anyone thinking it was me. Maybe add something to the effect of "Flying as..." . Thanks for asking though. Appreciate it! Cheers!

[@CptGioYT]

@@FlyingwithBigErn oh no not at all my fan base love your videos and I did mention on the live that it was a replica flight don't think no one will think is you

[@CptGioYT]

@@FlyingwithBigErn but really appreciate all you do and sir and you stay safe

[@tobyspotting4161]

Imagine being the only one who dissliked. Love the videos! Keep up the good work :D

[@King_kong89]

Show people the magic red button that makes the plane go max speed to make up time lmao

[@comcfi]

I banged my iPad. My wife asked me why: I said because BigErn told me to smash the Like button. She said Oh Okay

[@stephenrich3029]

Who got to watch this on Friday?? Besides Ern. 😂

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Ha! Sorry, I was flying the Cirrus all day yesterday and couldn't get it out in time. Cheers!

[@andrewjacobs1055]

Who is sam?

[@TerryTipton1]

Big Ern's friend that he partnered with to purchase the Cirrus.

[@andrewjacobs1055]

@@TerryTipton1 ah... dr sam?

[@kraigjackson5245]

I expected you to be a captain?

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Maybe one day but having fun in the right seat! Cheers!

[@thesearcherman6652]

666? I wake in middle of the night at exactly 3:33 so many times it’s scary. The low fuel light in my diesel car has went off more times than I can remember. Why is this important? Because the miles traveled were, you guessed it 666. The low fuel light has went off at 666 miles traveled, exactly in front of the drive in window, on 2-3 occasions at the local Chic-Fillet. Then, there are the 222 stories. It is what it is. But, it can’t be good.....

[@XX-166]

The one thumbs down for the video was from jet bridge not your loyal followers.

[@dennismassie3552]

👋🏻KSRQ ☀️🌴🇺🇸✈️

[@MIKEPGH]

Play some metal. We all know that flying needs metal music. :-)

[@davidcole333]

Ernie, do your passengers a favor when they're delayed and communicate with them. That's all we can ask for. A lack of forthcoming information can be maddening.

[@IBeMurdering]

PHX SWA ramper here, my brother just showed me your page. Also heard about your page before, but couple questions if you do respond. 1) could you show your push back procedure with ramp? What you do and explain the whole spill about A’s off B lights on, and explain our spill that we give back. In maybe your next video. 2) how many checklists do you usually do? 3) why do you start #2 engine first instead of #1 or some pilots taxi on one engine vs others taxi on both

[@FlyingwithBigErn]

Hey there cohort! That’s a great idea! Look for that in an upcoming video. Usually if everything goes smooth only 9 checklists per flight. If we do more something went wrong😁. We single engine taxi when we can just to save fuel. Although there are circumstances when it isn’t feasible. Good questions! Cheers!

[@IBeMurdering]

@@FlyingwithBigErn awesome thanks for some answers! And I’ll gladly be looking forward to it!