I spent 8 hours in a BLIMP!

[@Bozthecat]

As soon as you said there was no bathroom, it was literally the only thing I could think about. I spent the rest of the video inventing blimp toilet ideas.

[@schwags1969]

I am sure they have a bottle or two kicking around ;)

[@viper11]

A plank with a hole straight outside. (like trains in the old times)

[@Tanner-o5p]

Make a tiny hole in the bottom and make a game on how many pedestrians you hit

[@Unknown_Ooh]

There's seriously no need. You wouldn't even get past all the FAA and EPA regulations anyway.

[@Drazean]

@@Tanner-o5pjust like birds. Im sure they do it on purpose.

[@stephenstapleton2985]

I have to write, it's been awhile. I have missed these classic DownieLive trips where you take something, typically an unusual vehicle, somewhere. Just Mike, the camera, and an adventure. I know many, many changes have been happening in your life, Mike, but it is good to see you back to form for such a glorious video. Thank you.

[@cardiac19]

And Downie pulls another masterpiece out of his hat. How effin cool.

[@schwags1969]

Mike always does, he is a very nice person with a story to tell. And his sister is the same, they must have had great parents.

[@cardiac19]

@@schwags1969 yeah even subtracting his normal Canadian niceness you can tell he is genuine and seems to be morally sound.

[@DownieLive]

Thanks guys 🙂

[@benjamindiamond2283]

I was the Cessna taking off at 8:02!

[@cameronsgametips]

What cessna model

[@benjamindiamond2283]

@@cameronsgametips C172S

[@markc7884]

lovely

[@bibber123]

I saw you!

[@kevinkinal9557]

what airport is that?

[@PokhrajRoy.]

4:31 Mike is a great listener and a good student. Great qualities 👏🏽

[@bluej511]

This is very cool. Probably the only time you'll hear ATC talking to an airship/blimp. Very cool Mike. As a New Englander I hope you enjoyed the scenery.

[@DownieLive]

I really did enjoy the scenery! I didn’t know you had so many beaches!

[@bluej511]

@@DownieLive you should see cape cod lol.

[@DownieLive]

@bluej511 I should!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

The team on the blimp are so much fun 👏🏽

[@AlRoderick]

It's an interesting thing about the losing weight with the fuel burn. I know from learning about the German zeppelins that they ran on a special fuel called blaugas, it was a mixture of gaseous hydrocarbons that they stored inside a bag which was inside the envelope of the airship. The mixture was a usable fuel but it was also the exact same density as air. So as the fuel bag emptied out, the airship didn't gain or lose any buoyancy. They had a huge amount of volume in which to store it but it effectively weighed nothing.

[@whophd]

This is so underrated! It’s more chill than a helicopter, far less dangerous & more choice than a hot air balloon, and for the slow scenery, a lot less cranped and busy than a light aircraft - assuming it can even fly at 30 knots! The only other thing than can look around like this - not counting a camera drone - is a powered paraglider or something, but that’s NOT going to let you take photos from a real seat.

[@AdeleMcAlear]

I've been fascinated by blimps since childhood and it was incredible to get such an insider view! So many questions answered! Also, how cool is it that you can hang your arm out the window and wave!

[@grantberardi5080]

Mike, you're a lucky man to get to do this kind of cool stuff and we're so lucky that you share it with us! Thank you and can't wait to see what you do next.

[@zollotech]

Such a great way to travel. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@DownieLive]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nursefoodiethreesixty]

Flying without bathroom access for that many hours is definitely a challenge! Great video as always, Mike.

[@nataliagagner1431]

It is a good point- I didn’t think about it! So many reasons why not to do this adventure!

[@uncinarynin]

pee out of the window and the airship gets so light it will never come down

[@nursefoodiethreesixty]

@@uncinarynin genius! 😂

[@mascottie]

How did you insert that pic into the comment?

[@TwoAcreDesigns]

They for sure pissed in a bottle.

[@desktopdiddies5530]

Cool to see a blimp and from the inside looking out too.

[@thewolfethatcould8878]

How is it that your videos always make one feel like the video is specifically made for just you. Downie, your videos bring so much joy to so many. I am sure I am not the only one who feels that way. Keep up bringing light into the world. We all need it and it is wonderful! Thank you for this video, that crew rocks! Have a great weekend everyone. 🌻😀. Side note/question...how does one get hired on to be a ground crew member? Talk about an awesome job.

[@DownieLive]

Wow, thank you

[@goodson77784]

"You're a helicopter?" Classic.

[@raramcgee4982]

Reminded me of the LA speed story. Classic as well.

[@Nobi36]

Oh so like the Goodyear could takeoff vertically cuz they have adjustable propellers but that has a fixed one so it takes off like a conventional aircraft and its buoyancy remains the same, thats so cool to learn 😆

[@coriscotupi]

One other cool thing I learned from a blimp pilot is that as opposed to airplanes, a blimp's airspeed is not related to it's attitude. Suppose you're going at 30 knots, straight and level. If you pitch it up, it will start climbing, still maintaining 30 knots. Pitch it down to descend, it will also still maintain 30 knots. No power changes needed. This is fundamentally different from airplanes.

[@heli-crewhgs5285]

‘VARIABLE PITCH PROPELLERS’

[@blancoshask]

Terry's a gem.

[@Barberslave1]

Worked with him for years.. his stories and abilities are absolutely incredible

[@kathleenchild]

Fascinating! What a wonderful experience for you. Thanks for taking us along.

[@houstontexas4658]

How cool is that Downie! As a kid whenever the Goodyear blimp came around was always a rare treat and very cool.

[@Airstrike87]

I remember being invited into the control tower of this airport right when this behemoth landed! Still remember the tiny people running to catch the ropes before it floated away! 😂

[@louisetvancouver6161]

Only Mike could make a video riding in an airship and teach us stuff we never knew we needed to know. Love it 😊

[@DownieLive]

Boom!

[@jongeissler8532]

I used to drive from Boston to NYC and thought that view was amazing but I believe you’ve found the best way to take that trip. Thanks again, Mike, for reminding us all how amazing and beautiful our world is!

[@derick-smith]

Jeez Downie... another incredible video! I basically know what to expect from the channels I follow. You, my friend, are a total wild card. Might be bike races, might be flying, might be on a train. It's always a pleasure to be there with you though. Cheers!

[@DownieLive]

That’s what I like to do! Keep you on your toes!

[@LeeTomaVideo]

Oh my goodness, this is the best video yet! It's so great to get this different perspective on so many familiar local places. Well done - thank you Mike!

[@DanielleGlick]

By far the coolest video on your channel! I've never seen ANYONE ride in a blimp!

[@DJSwitchPDX]

I'm not gonna lie, man ... some of your vids resonate with me more than others, but once in a while you hit an absolute Grand Slam. This was really incredible to watch, and it makes me want to ride in a blimp some day. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@TheBenghaziRabbit]

Holy cow up to 800k subs! Congrats Mike and Team! Hope you guys are doing well. If you ever venture through the mountains of North Carolina, lunch is on us!

[@throughpaint]

It's all in the magic of putting us somewhere we could never imagine being.

[@blueman5924]

Wow, wow ,wow ! What a show ! What a view, and a cool crew ! Thanks for the ride-along !👍👍

[@DownieLive]

Our pleasure!

[@jodyrenner5357]

I loved this!!! Blimps have always fascinated me!!! Enjoyed this so much!!! Thank you!

[@DownieLive]

So glad!

[@susanB24F]

Another great adventure! Thanks for taking us along. Beautiful way to see that scenery

[@lovelight1]

So COOL, WOW the Manhatten skyline is awsome from the Blimp. Thank you XXX

[@Oodaloopshooter]

That’s awesome! I watched the blimp take off from Beverly while I waited to taxi by one morning, what an incredible sight!

[@JBS319]

I saw this blimp over New York City sometime around when you took this flight. I was out on my lunch break and saw this exact blimp circling around the Statue of Liberty before it just cruised up the Hudson River. A couple weeks later, Goodyear came past on it's way from Connecticut to Philadelphia. I went up in the Goodyear Blimp back in the early-mid 90s and it was one of the most incredible experiences I've ever had. Great show.

[@998136999]

That view at 21:15. Wow, just wow. Thanks for sharing this experience!

[@PaulCashman]

What an awesome ride! Now I'm curious as to how the cabin itself -- flight controls, radios, etc. -- gets its power.

[@bobcat2960]

That was awesome, Downie, very fun to watch - Thanks to you and to Skyship Services - Dick's Sports for sharing with us! Enjoyed the ride and sites. Shhh.

[@crazyguy_1233]

The airships used 100 years ago were a bit different but I believe operated basically the same. The ones 100 years ago had metal framing with passenger space in the round section. They were also larger. They had a lounge, bathroom, and bedrooms for passengers. They floated with hydrogen. That all came to an end with the Hindenburg disaster when the hydrogen ignited catching the Zeppelin on fire. In a matter of seconds the entire Zeppelin was engulfed in flames. The difference from a blimp and a Zeppelin is the build. A Zeppelin is ridged with a metal frame and is floated with hydrogen. A blimp doesn't have a metal frame and is floated with helium. Because a blimp is lighter they can use helium. A Zeppelin due to the weight could not use helium. They are very neat things and its a shame Zeppelin style airships no longer exist in a safe usable way. If we could bring them back in a way they can be safely operated it would reopen the doors to incredible travels for the general public. Fun fact the spire on the Empire State Building was meant to be a place for airships to dock. It was rarely used and was more of a gimmick to say an airship could land on the spire.

[@yariflorez]

I saw this blimp! I was driving down 95 near Beverly. This is so cool! Love the video!

[@DownieLive]

So cool!

[@melissatemple8052]

What a cool adventure! Thank you for sharing!

[@DownieLive]

You bet!

[@glennkennedy441]

Absolutely amazing !!! You know how to knock it out of the park !

[@ziwilliams79]

Dude!!! This is one of the coolest videos on KZbin! Keep up the great work!

[@ByddinRhyddidCymru]

Bring back the blimp! It will always remain the superior form of transport, pure style, I love it

[@tdchayes]

Airship Ventures used to offer sightseeing tours in the San Francisco/San Jose area. One of the best things ever! As a private pilot it wasn't really new views for me, but a whole different way to travel.

[@jongiuliani1]

pssshhh dude great vid - im a former air traffic controller and im now an aircraft dispatcher in my second career. Do more aviation stuff man! You'd be amazed at the generosity of 'celeb aviators' and they're very accessible for the most part man

[@TylerMWeather9102]

This guy asks great questions, exactly same things I’ve been wondering almost. Lots of people aren’t good at asking good questions for vids like this

[@zeushp]

I was amazed with this video. I love how you make the story and how it is perceived by watching these images. Thank you so much for doing such a great job for your followers. ❤😊

[@MikeMcKanna]

So cool to see these views over my old stomping grounds! I miss coastal RI every summer. Be sure to get back to Newport and see the mansions and the cliff walk!

[@judit1783]

What a trip. I cannot believe I missed this video. Too much fun.

[@barbaralienhard3490]

Mike, that was amazing!! Thanks for sharing your trip with us.

[@SebastianBailey9]

Wow, what a crew!! I’m sure they made time fly by! Probably one of my favorite videos now. Thank you for taking us along with you!

[@DownieLive]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@vincenzo422]

It's pretty cool to see my hometown from above like this. Keep doing what you do, Downie

[@dadbod80s]

This must of been the coolest experience. Always wanted to fly in a blimp. You can tell by your smile that you had a blast!

[@JoeR203]

Growing up in Port Chester, NY in the 70s, we always saw the Goodyear blimp with the lights on the side spelling out a message.

[@HeroAntagonist]

I think that's been my favourite journey so far. It looked so relaxing

[@marlenemacfarlane6199]

That was amazing the crew was so helpful and funny glad you had a great time

[@blimpcommander1337]

Great video and good to see the guys working. Also great to see Florian as our paths never crossed while working for the same company.

[@vincentcalvelli6452]

Thank you for taking us along with you on this great adventure.

[@noelbowerman1562]

That was so brilliant, I'd love to do that journey. ❤

[@helenemalenfant5435]

This was cool. Going to get my husband and dad to watch this, both love aviation and are going to enjoy it so much.

[@Bluetooth_cable]

loving this so much, the crew are nothing but whoesome, God bess ya'll

[@cyclingnut2122]

That was freaking awesome, what a fantastic way to travel and to see the worl, and Terry was awesome

[@highjinxottawa2118]

I just loved this video! What a perspective and I really enjoyed learning from these pilots!

[@lisaanderson8235]

What a fun video! I don't think I've ever seen footage from a blimp flight like this. And the captains and crew were so knowledgeable! As someone who grew up in New England, the Boston/ Rhode Island scenery was especially lovely for me. 👍

[@billelliott7531]

What a great time for a youngster. Keep it up, Mike.

[@brendaleelynch2339]

A @DownieLive tutorial of air travel via blimp Boston to NYC. Well done, congratulations to you and the blimp crew!

[@DarleenRobbins]

It was awesome to ride in the blimp! Thanks for filming the video.

[@Tbpker22]

Spectacular and most innovative vidro!!

[@kikyochan66]

This is the coolest mode of transportation!

[@Rubmaster]

A Blimp is kinda magical. In 94, I was in hospital during the Olympics in Lillehammer Norway. The stay at the hospital was very serious. But one thing that made the stay unforgettable in a good way. Was that a blimp passed "close" to my room window. Seeing that giant balloon with the OL rings on it was a magical moment for me! Thank you Mike, for taking us with you on this magical trip

[@adamlyman8293]

Very cool. I never knew how blimps performed take-offs and landings. !!!

[@davidlp6510]

What an epic video. All your videos are exciting, but this one took the cake. You did it again. Mike you rock!!

[@gittes98]

One of your all-time best vids Mike. The pilots are great and the clarity is amazing. What an experience" Best line: You're a Canadian asking an Englishman/

[@suefrompa2567]

Wow Wow Wow!! This has to be one of my favorites so far Mike! So interesting to see how these amazing airships work! ♥️👍♥️👍

[@wonjoomin]

Another awesome video!! Your videography made it like I was there Ty

[@DownieLive]

Happy to hear that!

[@tvberkel]

Mike, you've hit it out of the "pahk" again with this one. What a cool experience, thanks for taking us along with you. Immensely cool.

[@Diane-cv7jb]

Wow! That was very interesting. Thank you for taking us along!

[@Chronograph71]

Thank you! That must have been a lot of fun! Your choice of music was particularly good today.

[@klutfy]

Super cool! I love watching all of your adventures! Thank you, Mike!

[@Offn1ne]

Surprised I caught a video this early. Keep up the good work, will always look forward to your adventures ❤❤

[@Commonsenseisnotcommon8]

I didn’t know riding in a blimp would be so cool and so much fun. I absolutely hate flying actually taking a transatlantic next year to go to Europe, but I would love to ride on a blimp. This looks fun.

[@citibear57]

Wow, what a fantastic flight! Thanks for taking us along, Mike 👍

[@jeannettekingstone4603]

Another wonderful Downie Live journey, thank you, I love travelling with you

[@DownieLive]

Our pleasure!

[@joshuaconti989]

ive been to fenway many times and boston a million but first time I've seen it from a blimp. absolutely loved this trip!

[@jpnbronx323]

I applaud you. I could never and will never no matter how much I am interested in this mode of transportation. Congrats.

[@peggypetersen302]

Thank you so much for the blimp show❤❤❤❤❤

[@karlaleach790]

This was fabulous. Thank you so much.

[@maryloufarnsworth8461]

My aunt and uncle got to ride in the Goodyear blimp many years ago. Thanks for giving me an idea of what they experienced. They loved it, by the way.

[@cliffmclane6271]

Exelent footage. Thanks for taking us with you on that fantastic journey.

[@sethtriggs]

This exemplifies "Bucket list." And this is amazing to see what's involved in flying these craft! I may well have seen this blimp once over my town. Well definitely I will try waving if they're ever low like this. Great video and thanks!

[@davidroddini1512]

By bucket list, does that mean a list of things where you’d better take a bucket with you when you do it?😅

[@rikspector]

Mike, I grew up in Jackson Township, N.J., Not far from Lakehurst Naval Air Station which was the heart of blimps that patrolled the Atlantic Coast during and after WW2 I saw blimps over our farm in the late forties and visited L.N.A.S. a number of times. That was the same place where the Hindenburg, exploded. This brings back memories of early years. I even knew Moody Erwin, a survivor of the Akron disaster Thank You, Frederick "Rik" Spector

[@vidmikevid]

Looks like a great time! The for having us along

[@Peter12029]

13:00 NICE ART This seems like so much fun good on you for having that experience I'm afraid of heights 😢❤

[@susanB24F]

Great ride you took us in! We loved it. Thanks

[@markperkins9437]

Mike GREAT experience and thanks for sharing. You deserve WAY MORE subs!

[@vlovbg]

What an awesome video! Definitely a cool bucket list item to check off. ❤❤

[@helenramsdell1959]

I absolutely loved this!!! I live in Massachusetts and loved seeing it from the sky. I grew up 15 mins walking to Harvard Square. I worked in the John Hancock tower ( all glass skinny building). Providence is like a 2nd cousin to me. We brought our kids all the time to their Children's museum. I have to say again how cool this was watching!!

[@Milledge.Austin]

Man, another amazing experience. That was such a cool trip, and talk about iconic! Seeing NYC from a blip/airship? Just too cool. Great episode!

[@DownieLive]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@maureen14]

Mike you must go to Fenway Park! Take one of their tours and book a "Monstah" seat! ⚾

[@NoViolenceHere]

Hope you had a fun time in my city Downie!😁 Love your videos, and ALL love to you as a resident who lives in Boston!❤️