Fixing Mosquito Air Helicopter and First Flight

[@videoogler]

Howdy Mitch, I don't know if you sold this machine or not yet, but I flew the MZ202 in a gyro plane. If performed well for quite a while and then one flight I had a drastic loss of power that forced me to do an emergency landing. Upon inspection I found i had blown a plug out of the engine. Since then I recommend all MZ202 owners to invest in a Keen sert kit for the spark plugs. Super easy fix that ensures that will never happen. I can't remember the name of the sert kit I used, but I'm sure it could be easily found online. Happy flying my freind. I always wanted to fly one of the Mosquitos. It's been one of my dream machines, the turbine powered one that is. Anyway great video and good job. There's nothing like test proving a new aircraft, especially when it's one you built yourself. I've done that with 3 gyros I built. I loved it.

[@MitchG]

Thanks for that info! Fly safe!

[@BrilliantDesignOnline]

As an R-22 pilot, I would love to get a Mosquito Air, or better yet, a Helicycle. Great job on your hovering.

[@oscarsalinasjofre4196]

Si es cierto

[@glenncassidy1173]

Ya, Never forgot my first hover, good stuff, setup is 50 % of it, stay fussy

[@nhanduong9580]

You have broke my record before ! 5 hours to hover ! 10 hours to take off and landing in Fort Wolters TX ! Good good job my grandson !!!!❤❤❤😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@abbott876]

YES! so freaking awesome man. MORE MORE MORE!! Love all the detail and maintenance info.

[@m118lr]

‘Skids’ are the ONLY way to go for ACTUAL landing gear. NOT being an engineer but JUST a helo pilot..with ‘non-current’ PPL, I’d never try a 3-point landing gear. But here I’ve been celebrating YOUR success so far!

[@evanlane1690]

Why is that? Do wheels catch on rough landings? I'm not a rotary pilot.

[@pauljoseph4057]

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@evanlane1690my guess is if he catches the front point it’ll go south fast

[@Everythingallthetime666]

The tripod has a larger chance of getting snagged on ground features such as lumps or roots or clumps of grass, while taking off or landing a slight snagged can cause some difficulty and while an experienced pilot could work it out a new pilot would have a harder time dealing with snagging, tripods work yes but skids are far more forgiving.

[@Aluminata]

Scary as HELL!

[@Jkwald57]

Daddy ,that beautiful baby girl needs you around for a long time . Please be careful. Enjoyed learning about this unusual aircraft. Looks like a lot of fun to fly.

[@pilotspeed1]

Just stumbled on your vid. Would love to have one of these things. Thanks for sharing. Love the hands on break down of working on it. Best vid on Mosquito airs I've seen!

[@johnpayne1117]

Brother, your baby stole the show.. cute little baby. Good job on the heli.

[@MitchG]

Thank you

[@donindri]

Great content! Very wise saving the best for last with the transport system and your kid getting her 2 cents in. Thanks for posting 😎

[@kurihara9023]

Those bolts should have a hole for a clip as the safety concept of aviation mechanics

[@sharkamov]

Hi Mitch! - Just discovered your channel, and it's just awesome to see you build confidence on the controls of this nimble little _'Heelicopter'_ (as good ol' Igor termed them), as I've just started watching this your rotary winged journey, I'm curious to see if it would be possible for you to incorporate some kind of rotor brake for halting the spinning blades post landing? . . . Keep up the good work man (note; the glimpses of your ''family fans'' just makes the whole thing even more human and 'down to earth' - no pun intended! . . .) High Five comes to you from 🇳🇴

[@barrywebber100]

You are a very knowledgeable smart young man with a lovely family and life. I'm full of admiration for the fun and exciting activities you share with us in your YT channel. Thanks for posting.

[@hotchihuahua1546]

That’s great , your meticulous and can do your own mechanics & diagnostic. Enjoyed the video and hope you have fun with your ride .

[@parapilot09]

This is great to watch Mitch. You have a great life. ✌🏼

[@wardified8566]

There's nothing more pure than helicopters and CCR! This is going to a great adventure 🚁😎🚁

[@bobmacfly1207]

Very cool. You have provided the most info I have seen on that machine.

[@txgrunt5969]

Awesome dude! I would like to see more of the mosquito for sure!

[@giovanitonel]

Awesome Mitch. In the future, if I will have enough money I probably will try to buy a machine like mosquito ( a dream 😀). For while I have a PPG. Your daughter was Wonderful! I think the best part of this hobby is to keeping them (our children) together.

[@fromthegroundtotheclouds978]

I’ve enjoyed watching your videos over the last couple of years Mitch, I hope you know what you are doing with that thing 🤣😂

[@fromthegroundtotheclouds978]

Oh yeah i forgot you fly them in the military 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣 have fun buddy!!!

[@superg8018]

Scary toy but way too awesome!!! I could only imagine the adrenaline rush one would get from flying it.

[@ihymns]

Great video! I grew up in India with the guy that invented the Mosquito....John Uptigrove....a nice kid.

[@andrewtaylor9615]

Solvent based adhesive for gasoline areas like the air cleaner, RTV will react. I'd love to see accelerometers etc to help you balance things better. I don't think it is possible to get rid of all the once per revolution shake out of the cyclic. A stick with paper taped to it will indicate different coloured chalk marks on the blade tips to help zero your blade track. You'll need a highish speed camera to tune your blade trim tabs at cruising speed if you have them. Please attach your ballast better next time. I'm amazed you have the vibrations so low the rocks stayed on the skid. Great work!

[@MitchG]

Thanks! The vibes in forward flight are very smooth as well. It only has the cyclic shake which may have been worse because this was around 7000ft DA.

[@potrzebieneuman4702]

6:20 the "contact point" you mention in the starter is called the commutator. The brushes run on the commutator giving it that dirty look.

[@lelievre12]

Love the 'tow' vehicle! I tried towing with my EUC but found it really hard. I guess the Mosquito is light. Nice flying!

[@MitchG]

about 250lbs

[@heli-man-]

Hey good job and a good way to go about learning it’s actually harder to stay in one spot hovering than it is to move around and being close to the ground, you will find it’s a little easier to be a couple of metres of the ground because you are fighting the back wash being low down. A good tip for your CG, if you can rig a hoist in your garage place a strap around each blade holder close to the main shaft and raise it just off the floor and with you sitting in the seat you will be able to get the CG spot on good luck stay safe.

[@77jbob]

I own one myself . I sent you a FB request. I was talking to the guy you bought it from when he bought it. Good work guy.

[@hadleymanmusic]

It looks nice built. We need to build a whole squadron for our military

[@billthomas8994]

Excellent explanation on the flight dynamics of your ultralight helicopter and how you can safely operate without hydraulic assist

[@vauxscott]

I love how your daughter helped in this video, she's super cute! , good content!

[@LovelandHillFarms]

You are amazing and crazy. So cool. Reminds me of 27yrs old. All the best!

[@josephballard8404]

Bravo!!! YOU are an inspiration to all of us! So exciting to share in your enthusiasm!!! THANKS!

[@FlyBabyFlyPPG]

respect Mitch family man great that you love what you do be safe my bro.

[@simpleman7516]

he died🤔 mistakes were made

[@FlyBabyFlyPPG]

@@simpleman7516 he died how?? So sad man

[@MatHelm]

I'm sure someone already mention it, but autorotation blade speed depends on forward motion, like a gyrocopter... Even though we/most call them blades, they're actually wings.

[@roberteshelman5917]

Looking good, Mitch. Wish I was there so you could tell me all about it in person. Stay safe my friend!

[@kevincanfly]

I love the handbrake/ right hand rotor brake! Not jealous at all, in fact I don't want my own helicopter at all... lol. Dude one day I'll have the turbine version, the cockpit and design blows me away. How does this compare to your military experience? Easier to fly or harder? Stoked for you! Can't wait to see more of this!

[@MitchG]

This feels less sensitive and twitchy but also less stable at a hover. 1in of cyclic input with this just starts a slide on the mosquito but 1 in on an apache will give you 2x more roll

[@CrazySC833]

@@MitchG Dude, this is the radest thing I've ever seen. I have like 16 hours on little R-22s and then ran out of money. I'm assuming you come from a military rotary wing aircraft background?

[@michelgabrielramirezfourni9523]

Fortunate son soundtrack was amazing haha i was just missing the known Huey sound.

[@mikelumbreras4903]

Realy enjoy your project and I am very passionat about things like yours that create lot of thinking ant adjusting. So mush fun. Like your upload. Have fun and take care of yourself.

[@james7705]

Intro was awesome. I laughed when I heard the music.

[@william1863]

Thank you young fellow I enjoyed the show as if I was in the seat of your flying machine. Lol 👍✝️✌️

[@ToyManFlyer1100]

Some "Deep Purple " and "Blue Oyster Cult" would've been nice too, haha 😄 😆!!!

[@myfavoritemartian1]

Perfect helicopter music! A few more rocks in your pockets and you are good to go! (Suspend the Heli by the Jesus nut with an engine crane. Sit in the seat, then add weight until it sits level, subtract weight as you drink more beer.)

[@pfeliciano1551]

Awesome vid! We need more! I’m trying to in find more details in working on mosquito ultralight helicopters.

[@radioace318la]

nothing better than hands-on research. Good job, sir. A few cheeseburgers should take care of that forward CG issue. Subscribed. Cheers from Louisiana.

[@BryTrapStar-op8sy]

That's so badass. I've wanted to get a pilot license and would love to own something about the size of your rig. Watching the way they handle and seeing the confidence you have in it is motivating. Great content. 🚁🪽

[@nevinkuser9892]

you don't need a license for a tiny aircraft.

[@travisyayes6343]

Amazing how a giant air prop above your head can be strong enough to lift you and the machine off the ground. So cool. Lucky dog. I gotta do that. That is so cool. If I were you I would study very hard about autorotation technique so when the day comes you can save your own life. Good luck and safe flying.

[@oldrango883]

I believe dude is an actual Army Rotor Pilot

[@SimonAmazingClarke]

Basic airmanship, weight and cg. One of the easiest process to do.

[@AAa-wl6ts]

Wonderful honestly your effort is tremendous The little girl wants to fly 😘. She looks a lot like you.

[@captaincrustyradio]

Great detailed video Mitch. I really enjoyed it. 💯❤ Rotor in the green. Later Brother, Crusty Kirk

[@billcallahan9303]

Hey! Would love to have one & great job on the video but choppers, though lot of fun, are just too work intensive for me. I fly a 1/3 surface wing Trike with huge tundra tires. I can't get in as tight as you but my routine is: Turn Key - Start - Go. Very little maintenance involved but would I like to have a Mosquito? Good question. Enjoyed your video! I'm sure your bird is a hell of a lot of fun but no hassle simplicity is my deal. So why did I even watch your video? I like anything that flys!

[@urbanminer8003]

WOW!!! Brother that’s so freaking cool looks like a ton of fun I want one!!!

[@forrestferrill3550]

thanks for posting your videos. Nice family too.

[@lawrencedavidson6195]

To hover that well on your first flight tells me you have a lot of rotary wing time under your belt. Greetings from sunny Jamaica.

[@henrytrammell2878]

Cool project that's nice to see that your family is Intuit also

[@manjitkumar6510]

Keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing.

[@cjtradingofficial7462]

this video really inspires me, in Indonesia there are so many who want to make a helli copter like this ...

[@GWAYGWAY1]

Before doing ANYTHING els put the correct length bolts in it, ones that have enough thread sticking through to allow the locking nuts to work, or even better have drilled bolts and castellated nuts with proper split pins an ALL the Jesus bolts. You check the centre of balance by suspending it fron the centre of the pole and see

[@martingardener]

Agreed this doesn't look safe. Not sure about the US, but don't you need an air-worthiness certificate or something?

[@BlargKing]

@@martingardener You don't even need a license to fly ultralight aircraft in the US.

[@amejaremy]

what bolts are you referring to that are too short?

[@GWAYGWAY1]

@@amejaremy Every bolt on there that does not protrude at least 1.5 threads out of the bolt, the locking insert must have some thread to actually lock onto. .Nyloc Nuts are a physical squeeze of the nylon between the steel parts of the bolt, if they have no thread then there is no safety locking. All critical bolts on any machine must be torqued and lockef, the best way to lock them would be castellated nuts and drilled bolts with a cotter pin .

[@simpleman7516]

@@GWAYGWAY1 ahh a master at his craft ! nice to learn a few tips....LIFE SAVING tips....he should really get some good bolts....chances are a harbor freight bolt is on that thing somewhere

[@alanspring8462]

I subscribed, Good to see your whole family helping you💞

[@joeytraylor6723]

Saw on Mike Patey’s channel his practicing auto rotation landings in his rescue helicopter…must require great skill & nerves of steel. I assume you can practice auto rotation maneuvers at high altitude & will you practice auto rotations to prepare for possible engine outs? Love watching your interaction with your little ones!

[@MitchG]

You need the right conditions to practice them. Low density altitude, and a little wind is ideal. I did some hovering autos but I haven't done a full auto all the way to the ground yet

[@hadleymanmusic]

You homebuild your rotors ?

[@MitchG]

No. They are produced by composite fx

[@dd.greenefilms2598]

Totally kool and thanks for sharing this with the audience.

[@jeremywilson4326]

A lot of adventures contain a culdysack. Thanks man.

[@My-Pal-Hal]

Blue Ought (0) grease works Great. AND GOOPIN THE FASTENERS... THAT'S AWESOME. If you really get into it. You can Safety Wire that stuff. Which I'd do before I left the ground in a Flying Machine 😂 ... but I'm old ✌️

[@davidwright873]

You literally get your rocks off......the ground that is..lol....dude, that is just the upside of awesome! what a great little toy!! lol

[@calvingarrett3245]

Yes I would like to see more I'm into those kind of things you seem to know what you're talking about when you're fixing things that's good you don't learn unless you try right? Good video

[@weirdsciencetv4999]

Love the airwolf-like helmet!

[@Ben-Dixey]

Super video, Thanks for making it and the details are great. Love the Mosquito. What are your thoughts on symmetrical vs reflexed asymmetrical blades? Do you think it would be more stable in hover with symmetrical blades ?

[@MitchG]

This is pure speculation from me but I think asymmetrical reflex blades are more efficient and autorotate better than a symmetrical airfoil would be. I think a symmetrical Airfoil might give better agility but that might be the only advantage

[@nak4651]

Kudos to you guy for having the cajones to fly that thing...looks pretty sketchy to me but, hey, what do I know? LOL

[@nickaxe771]

In my microlight flying days rotax 503 2 stroke.....those paper fuel filter were very much not recommended. Must of our guys use the cleanable glass type you can but almost anywhere. You can see at a glance if any crap is in it. Looks a real cool machine you have build buddy. I sort of think you were joking re not having any helicopter training as you said in the video...am I correct? Nick from the UK.

[@MitchG]

😉

[@watchingslearning1365]

You legend, training isn't needed when you have belief in yourself with 100% good intention and determination I'm so doing it your way

[@Lucre993]

Information is a good thing ie. Wind sock would tell you direction and intensity ! Also put a air box to house your air cleaner it is catching a lot of rotor wash that keeps removing it from its location. Just a few thoughts! Good luck hope to see you fly . And yes this is good content 👍 keep it up

[@adamsilver7268]

Helicopter pilots don't always have the luxury of having a wind sock around. Gotta be skilled enough to fly without one.

[@michaellipousky9143]

You’ve got bigger balls than me! That’s really cool, I wish you the best of luck! There are old pilots and there are bold pilots, but there are no old bold pilots. If I were you I would wear motocross riding gear. And if I were me I would dress up like the Michelin man! 🤣🤣🤣👍🍻

[@chamales3]

I always use rocks for my CG too.

[@MitchG]

Hahaha if it works, it's not stupid 🤣

[@Unintendedcompetence]

So, because it's ultralight VTOL, you don't need a sport or student cert? You can fly without filing a flight plan? This is super cool.

[@Quroxify]

That's great. I'm a Gyrocopter pilot from before I got married. Autorotation on take off baby. 😁

[@MitchG]

One day, I will buy a gyro. Need to get a runway first😁 I think gyros may be the best recreational aircraft for performance and safety

[@Quroxify]

@@MitchG that said,,,. After learning how many of my friends died in gyros my wife made me stop flying.them. so sad. But you strike me as having the right aptitude.

[@Agustin-jo8mv]

End: So fucking cool! Really happy you were able to figure out the little issues! I was a little scared at the beginning. Haha. Keep it!!! 😂

[@LAMAQUINAELECTRONICA]

Hello friend, incredible manufacturing, you are a turner. or do you work aluminum In a two-stroke engine I see what displacement and horsepower the engine has.

[@KerbalSpacey]

reminds me of the old Arma 2 DayZ mod... so much nostalgia

[@larrybaker5316]

I have flown in a Robinson R-44, loved the view, but this one does not have enough "office" space for me...i need something with 4 walls...bet you have fun

[@htarold]

Neato freato! Is there a separate throttle or is it keyed to the cyclic? Is there a governor to keep the RPM constant off idle?

[@nedmacallen]

I’m so stoked for you man, great content!!

[@b43xoit]

How many pilots have died or broken bones crashing this thing? Do the instruments include a vertical speed indicator (climb and dive indicator)? An altimeter? What are the switches on the head of the collective pitch lever? There are two engines, as a safety measure? You could limp down on one engine?

[@samik83]

When Fortunate Son started playing, I expected to see you flying over a jungle.

[@Steve-dr7rr]

Hi can I ask where you got your helmet from many thanks and great videos

[@R.D.S.Productions]

Reused plugs?! 😮 forget the one time use crush washer I guess 😢 Awesome vid!

[@darylcav6285]

You hovered that like a seasoned veteran! Impressive

[@MitchG]

Thank you

[@shanec.7105]

How is he working on the machine? past experience? Plus, a former helicopter experience? Why the lunar landing pad? And two kegs of drink can? Recommend build and fly for first time beginner? Cost?

[@blockchainfork]

Is your ego worth more than your daughter growing up without you? I know it a tough question to answer and I apologize, but for those of us who do not have that blessing, seems obvious the answer. Brother, I truly wish wish you and your family health and safety.

[@MitchG]

This project has nothing to do with ego. I understand the risk and do what I can to mitigate risk while also enjoying life.

[@espr7564]

Looks like fun, but it's not a flight - beautiful baby 🙂

[@davidhughes7888]

Great vid many thanks. Please can you guesstimate what height you would need to autorotate safely from? Dave from UK

[@MitchG]

50ft is the altitude at which you are above the height velocity curve. You can still autorotate from less than that if you have airspeed but your reaction time is greatly reduced

[@shawndouglass2939]

If only the Wright Brothers could see this, they would be freaking out😜

[@chrismofer]

these look like so much fun, always wanted one.

[@ronstiles2681]

Beautiful family

[@victormanuellagossanjuan8544]

Hola ... me gusto tu video. Te puedo hacer una pregunta ... ¿que motor tiene?

[@EdwinHuntsman]

Cool video! Looks way fun. How much does one of those cost. Is it a kit build or did if come all assembled?

[@Agustin-jo8mv]

Man! Helicopters are definitely much more time/dedication than a paramotor. Hahaha. Idk if I have the heart for a heli. 😬😅 Looks so fuckin cool though, and I love helis!

[@waynecounts3727]

Great! I want one! But I'm half afraid of it. My daughter won't let me have a motorcycle but she would probably let me have one of those.

[@pabloestafez6830]

Motor brushes are supposed to have grooves in them when they're new it helps with the initial wearing in....you could be doing more harm than good

[@hadleymanmusic]

Aramid tail mast?

[@MitchG]

Carbon fiber

[@paulb9769]

It should have been called Dragonfly.

[@grb318]

за музыку отдельный лайк👍👍👍😎 ручку управления на гидроупоры.