fly with me from Arizona to New Mexico | tiny airplane, big adventure! day 2

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Today is day two of our five-day trip from California to Wisconsin to bring my 1949 Cessna 140A to EAA AirVenture! On day two, we'll fly from Mesa, AZ to Albuquerque, NM with a fuel stop at Show Low, AZ.
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Filmed July 2023
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[@pkskydoc6100]

So here I am, old dude 6500 + hour pilot flight instructor...etc...watching this and am spellbound. Her radio work is spot on...she had good instructors...and obviously a quick study and very sharp...and her tailwheel skills are spot on, control inputs etc...great pilot

[@thatjpwing]

I was just thinking the same thing! I'm an old dude with just shy of 500 hours and I'm taking notes on her workflows. Very impressive.

[@tkldr]

Eh? Giving her positive feedback is not sad.

[@jase1125]

@@coronalight77yes, you are sad. Your assumption says more about you than anyone else.

[@albertalcasid6755]

@@coronalight77 Hahahaa definitely.

[@rayfranco1259]

Stevie is a genius that’s why.

[@Vlad_Portnov]

I completely agree with your sentiment about being able to see the world from such a cool, different view because of aviation! Every time I take a regular, commercial flight somewhere, I always get a window seat and look outside with such a sense of wonder, like a little kid, especially on takeoff and landing, even after flying many many times. It’s so amazing! I’m always curious how the other people don’t seem to care and get on their phones right away. Thanks for taking us along with you Stevie!

[@adventuresinbytes]

It needs to be more affordable. Plane prices are out of control.

[@bayflight]

@@adventuresinbytes at the end of the year, I’m going to post a video detailing everything I spent to buy, own, and maintain my C140A for the first year! Hopefully it will give some transparency on the topic since I feel like there’s not a lot of info out there. Typically smaller airplanes themselves aren’t more than cars (my 140A was $33k) but maintenance is where you get hit in the wallet 😅

[@brandonsmith6052]

I’m a software engineer like you in wichita Ks and I was very curious as to how much it is to fly. But you’re in socal so I’m sure your total comp is much more than mine

[@Vlad_Portnov]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@bayflight That’s an awesome video idea, looking forward to it. How many people work on their own planes? I assume few because you have to be certified to do the work and get everything checked off? Unless maybe it’s really small, preventative type of work?

[@christopherbedford9897]

@@bayflight Say what now? $33k for a 60- or 70- year old car? Yah maybe for a a "veteran" 🥴 (I think they stopped making the 140 in the 60s) but even so, for that much you should get a "classic" in top condition and low, low mileage. A rattly, noisy, underpowered, _tiny_ aluminium box? Maybe a third of that price!

[@dennisfulton1952]

I was a T-37 instructor at Williams AFB 1972 to 1975. Been to Albuquerque many times at FL210. Saw a NASA F-104 do a Immelmann turn there out of traffic over 50 years ago. I love the fact of young women like you embracing aviation. You are doing a great job keep it up from an old pilot. It takes a lot of grit to go to Oshkosh solo in a Cessna 140. You go girl.

[@PaulGarthAviation]

Always fun to watch "where in the world is Stevie".

[@DelaneyCockrum]

hi stevie, i’m 17 and a female student pilot and you are my biggest inspiration. i love watching your videos💗 i just ordered a hoodie too💕

[@bellafaith1065]

I always LOVE how you leave in your checklist rundown in all your videos. I love how it shows that no matter how many hours you have as a pilot, it's ALWAYS important to do your checklist and it helps remind student pilots like me, how important it is to never get complacent. And I agree with everyone else that leaving your communications in the videos is so helpful! I enjoy the videos very much! Happy and safe flying! Blessings! ❤😊

[@bayflight]

Thank you! I always try to leave at least some or all of at least the first checklist run in. If I do cut it out, I always put in text to indicate that I'm doing the runup. I was taught from day one to never forgo a checklist, and talking through it helps keep me accountable! I'm always talking to myself while I'm flying, it really helps me stay ahead of the airplane. Noted on the communications as well! I'll try to insert some other radio communications down the line too! Safe flying to you as well! Thank you for watching and for the kind & helpful words!

[@bobmcguirk7272]

I'm a retired Air Force aviator with around 4000 hours flight time and used to be able to recite the checklists from memory. But if you didn't have it out and using it you'd bust a check ride! Checklists are great.

[@CyclingMikey]

Yeah, I mean I'm no power pilot, and it's a long time since I flew gliders, but Stevie's professionalism just shines through!

[@chrisbuckley8148]

Not a pilot(yet) but I remember flying with my f-18 pilot brother and as I vividly remember, he too verbalized his check list. I thought it was just him liking his own voice🤣

[@bellafaith1065]

@@chrisbuckley8148 😆😆😆

[@PlaneKrazy]

Really loved this leg of your journey. Show Low used to be my home airport and I solo’d on St John’s. So many memories and absolutely the best part of AZ. Thank you for sharing.

[@CeciliaGripenberg]

As a fellow female software engineer that is unfortunately disqualified from flying due to a litany of health conditions, I am so grateful that I can live vicariously through you. You are an inspiration and please keep up the good work! 🤩

[@lynnkramer1211]

Likely you would still be able to qualify for LSA license. Go ask.

[@CeciliaGripenberg]

Very sweet of you to mention that@@lynnkramer1211. I was surprised to see that the FAA has some exemptions. I'll have to look into it, it looks like Sweden (where I live) has something similar, though there have been some court cases where licenses have been revoked due to diagnoses. 🤔

[@donaldanderson5291]

As an older pilot it's refreshing to see a young lady doing so well with her flying skills, great job.

[@Allirys]

The traffic real radio talk is your trademark, Stevie. It is such a pleasure to see a pilot so concerned and focused about safety and also be pationable about people, to see America from a different view and the love of flying. I really hope you get loads of opportunities to keep you vids flowing. 🌻🌼🌷🌺🌹

[@jingle1161]

23:14 Flying indeed has a deep philosophical/existential side to it that can overwhelm you. Especially when you're caught off guard by some breathtaking clouds or scenery. The sheer beauty can be very emotional.

[@AVOWIRENEWS]

What an exhilarating title! A scenic flight through Arizona and New Mexico sounds like a remarkable journey, especially in a tiny airplane. These states are known for their breathtaking landscapes, from the vast deserts to the stunning rock formations. Imagine flying over the Grand Canyon in Arizona or the White Sands National Park in New Mexico - the views must be absolutely awe-inspiring from above! Every day of such an adventure would bring new wonders. Keep embracing these big adventures in tiny airplanes! 🌄✈🏜

[@leokimvideo]

Flying looks like fun, but the complicated aspect to me is all the radio chatter. So much to understand and loaded with jargon. Beautiful flight on many levels, smart flight in avoiding the weather. Steve's little upgrade to this classic aircraft is amazing. Looking forward to the unpredictable Part 3

[@artrogers3985]

The radio can be very intimidating at first and there is a lot to learn but, with perseverance, you’ll get it.

[@bradhanson4803]

You gotta like to talk to fly

[@artrogers3985]

@@bradhanson4803 not really. You gotta love to talk to be an ATC. Remember, about 3/4 or so of the talk you heard wasn’t for Stevie. Those were other planes talking with ATC.

[@jucava00]

I appear to be very complicated, but a lot is the plane registration you need to read, then everything is really short, if in doubt ask them to repeat.

[@sitchad]

It can be at first, but you pick it up pretty quickly and then it's like breathing.

[@davidwright4537]

Every time I read a comment about your pre-flight check-list I nod my head in agreement. I can sight several NTSB reports wherein it was overlooked.

[@MrTebi7]

“HECK YEAH I AM!” 😂❤love it. Keep up the awesome vids 🙏🏼

[@SteveN3695J]

I am from Catalina Island and certainly appreciate your choice of hats today....:)

[@madhujana7]

You must be what freedom feels like! ❤

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

Flying is {arguably} the ultimate freedom...👍

[@kevinlowen8901]

Stevie , You’re such a cool kid. I love that I can go along with you on these trips. I always wanted to learn to fly and even took a few lessons but then 6 daughters came along and that was the end of that! Love every one of them and wouldn’t change a thing but I hope you realize what these videos mean to so many. Cheers, Kevin

[@dondonaldson1684]

That 140A is impeccable. It must be a blast to fly even if it is a bit slow, but that is the fun part, to be able to see the landscape pass by. Great job Stevie!

[@bayflight]

Thank you so much!! Flying the 140 is so relaxing. Neal Aviation and ArtCraft did such a fantastic job on the restoration

[@miketierney7076]

“Do you have GPS?” I was laughing even before you replied!

[@slappomatthew]

I want to fly to Catalina with Stevie. :)

[@justacuppajoe]

Stevie, your professional flying skills just never fail to impress. Thanks, as always, for sharing the trip. :)

[@LittleTed2]

Classy aircraft. Safe skies. o7

[@waynebendelow282]

Thank you for taking me along with you on your trip to Oshgosh. As a pilot who has been grounded due to medical conditions I enjoy the ride. At 77, I miss the adventure of flying in California.

[@MichaelOlivera-pn9sb]

Yes previous pilots who for reason Thay don't care about talking do miss Flying...my dad as a sector chief flew his plane to work; medical reasons prevented him to fly ocasianly neighbor in air inviting him to fly !!!

[@flyingeden]

Thanks for taking us for the ride! Absolutely love the radios, the guy at 14:40 seemed very enthusiastic 😂❤ and the views are stunning, so different from up here 🍁

[@andyward8062]

Love it. One thing I would add (if it doesn't involve much extra editing) an occasional avation map showing your location. Makes a nice reference to smaller airports. I've lived in AZ for 40 years and really had no idea of St. John's.

[@SuperPirate100]

Great video and scenery , as a retired ships captain and marine pilot it's very interesting to see how you navigate and communicate, thank you . Enjoy yr flying

[@marieleelee]

Thank you for leaving in the traffic radio talk at the beginning. It's super interesting to hear how other pilots communicate with the towers and how the tower helps direct traffic. I've been waiting for this video! haha

[@bayflight]

Thank you so much for watching and thank you for the kind words! FFZ is a CRAZY busy airport and it's so fascinating how ATC manages it all!

[@tylerobrien72]

I agree with you! It’s also super helpful for a pilot who is just getting started, coms are so overwhelming and it helps a lot to hear!

[@car-u-fix-it8070]

You are living the dream….! Woooooohoooo

[@bobbolieu9013]

I find the radio traffic relaxing. I picked up that trait while in the service. One aspect of my "job" involved being on a radio net for extended periods of time. Some guys got bored with it. I was one of the goofy guys that relished it. Thank you for sharing this as a part of your flight time. It keeps the flight relevant and interesting

[@d8o8m8]

Taxi driver?

[@bobbolieu9013]

@@d8o8m8 That's good. The MOS is Air Support Operations Operator. You serve as a Recon/Guide for every branch of the service; monitoring movement, placement, equipment and personnel. You durect traffic in and around all sorts of hostile situations involving Air Craft to Ground Troops. The goal is to keep them alive while they take care of the bad guys. The work environment is from the rear echelon to the raging front, being that scout that every group needs. Therefore you listened to a lot of info.

[@skyhawk_4526]

@@d8o8m8 Firefighter would have been my guess. 😉 You know, between cooking meals and video games.

[@WeThePeople.]

It's like a road trip in the sky - even better!

[@2ndborn186]

You lost some weight and looking trim. Good for you. I really like that vintage plane. Not the fastest bird but she is still fun.

[@leezitzer3608]

Another great flight Stevie! Thanks for taking us along. I work in aviation and it gets monotonous and frustrating. Watching your videos of your flights brings back the joy and excitement of flying. Thanks!

[@wespotter6985]

This young lady is over the top awesome. Good luck in everything you do!

[@jonh901271]

Your paint and interior design choices were spot on, Stevie. The 140 looks amazing!

[@wespotter6985]

What an outstanding job of refurbishment from paint to interior it's an award winner

[@mikegreene4152]

Great video ! I've never heard such a laid-back sounding controller (Falcon Tower).

[@bayflight]

Thank you! And right?! Clearly wasn't his first rodeo with all the traffic hahah. The controllers at FFZ are great!

[@jerrycrockett2545]

This leg brought back fond memories of flying around the desert southwest from Embry-Riddle in Prescott, AZ. General aviation has a special place in my heart so it's a pleasure to see proficient young pilots serving as role models and sharing the love. Well done.

[@deskingdom6205]

Loved watching day two,loverly and clever young lady.👏💐

[@gallagher911]

I truly enjoy flying along with you on your adventures. You are such a good pilot. Very thorough and meticulous.

[@Kaefermicha]

I finished my ppl last year in Germany and while it wasnt cheap, I just always love being up there enjoying the world from above. Owning a plane is cost prohibitive for me but in a flying Club its possible. I have one at my City so its just 3 miles by cycle to go flying. I enjoy your channel. Many appreciation from Germany

[@nivardofloresperez1169]

Very Smooth first Landing Stevie. Thanks for sharing the Beauty of Flying with us. The views are amazing from the 140 indeed. 😊❤️👍 PD The Background Music is Fantastic! 🎶

[@kurtarmbrust]

Started following your channel when I noticed you were flying into San Carlos, CA. That's just up the road from where we live in Menlo Park. My dad was an aircraft mechanic during WW2 and eventually worked for United Airlines at SFO. He commented it was a thrill when he taxied the planes that were being serviced. He also said a female pilot made the nicest landing of one of the planes he prepped before it was shipped overseas. Glad to see you have been successful on KZbin and have gotten some sponsors. Looking forward to more of your adventures.

[@jlethal1983]

Absolutely love your content. I flew with my dad growing up in his Piper Cherokee and would listen to him talk with ATC while we flew. Just brings me back... You seem so calculated and on top of your game up there.

[@fatesandmyths]

Beautiful C140 in its new look. I love tailwheel aircrafts, I did most of my flying in these taiwheel aircrafts. Looking forward to the other legs of this trip😊

[@leverpaul]

Desperately looking for day 3, love your ongoing comment and great com skills. Well done. Hope to c day 3 soon

[@bayflight]

Thank you so much! Part 3 should be out Thursday!

[@VoiceTotheEndsOfTheEarth]

You're an amazing pilot. Such smooth takeoffs and landings. You nail the landing with very little bounce.

[@MOBarr-c3b]

Yay!! Good ole Falcon Field in my home town of Mesa, AZ! Ha, there's the famous Falcon Field water tower. Another famous local landmark right off your nose at 5:30 into this video is Red Mountain! I spent many a High School weekend party on that mountain back in the 80's! Roosevelt Lake at 9:50! Love your channel, and love watching your fun videos Stevie! Especially this one! Thanks for sharing!

[@alrad5686]

Nice leg of the trip, the little 140 is performing great. Looking forward to the next part of the trip.

[@kelvingravel8699]

Hi Stevie thanks for sharing another awesome video, what a wonderful way to spend a day and the bonus we get to come along with you 😀. There's some beautiful scenery below you, thanks again for sharing with us take care and stay safe 👍 😊

[@rocklagueux792]

You are simply awesome Lovely young lady

[@fsodn]

The arial photo of St. Johns and then the detailed shot of your panel is wonderful. Thank you so much!

[@fsodn]

22:38

[@thatsrich944]

So glad we are getting these videos now. Love the 140. It's cute and sleek.

[@GailFitzpatrick-y9l]

Flown most of the smaller Pipers and Cessnas but sold a 182 last year. Thanks for keeping me in the air. Miss my 170 time out of Murray Field in Eueka, CA

[@robertscranton8293]

That is really a very cute and well done plane. It looks like it just popped out of the factory line. Wow...Did I mention this is a most excellent episode?!!

[@aeroringordmngr8739]

Those adjustable visors are a must for early morning and late afternoon flights. Thanks for the video. Thanks. KAPF

[@artrogers3985]

Love that plane!

[@roypowell3450]

Thank you Stevie for taking us along, looking forward to the next journey. Beautiful scenery by the way..Love from the UK.

[@bayflight]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@dracovolans319]

Love it! My family had a Bonanza (K model) and a C120, so watching your channel sparks so many good memories. Thanks Stevie:)

[@chalesmeyers2727]

U r living the dream. Many of us would love to live such a life. Thanks for the experience

[@monktondown]

Loved this vid. I agree with the perspective of being above it all looking down. I love being a passenger, looking down at the tiny buildings and cars…wondering about their lives. It’s awesome that you share your pilot life with us. Thank you.

[@harryagrotis326]

Stevie I am reminiscing while enjoying your videos but can't help being jealous of all the fun you are having.

[@theduelist04]

Glad to have you in my home state, flying to and over places I have spent so much time. Keep living your best life!

[@randcooley2865]

It is so much fun watching your videos! Thank you for bringing us along

[@abrahamdennis4067]

Amazing

[@GaryRoberts-s2m]

Loved the flight, I did it many years ago in a 172, but what I really enjoyed was admiring your 140. I sold mine ( a late 48 fabric wings ) 2 years ago and miss it every day. Flying a 1960 172 conversion to tailwheel these days, but I'll miss my little birdie always.

[@karlmacburnie1573]

This brings back great memories of the Cessna 120 we restored in 1992. It was for resale after exterior, interior and new fabric on the wings. I had too much fun and took a couple of years before decided to accept a sale. Caribou Maine.

[@shonepolk9112]

Glad to see part two of your Oshkosh trip finally posted, I’ve been patiently waiting for a week 😂. Love your videos, can’t wait to see what’s going on at Oshkosh 🎉

[@bayflight]

Thank you so much for the kind words (and for waiting for the video 😅 )! I hope you enjoy!! This part of the flight was so beautiful!

[@LWJCarroll]

Thanks and enjoying the ride along in your 140. Laurie (Laurence) NZ. 😊

[@patcarbone1753]

Love watching you fly!

[@mikercflyer7383]

Just popped up on my iPad, so I immediately cast it to my big screen, your videos are so well done just love them. I’ll watch my iPad for the next one 😊safe travels.

[@ronaldmiller8792]

Love your videos. Your videos makes one feel like I’m seating in the right seat. Listening to the radio chatter makes it so realistic and seeing the landscape is super fun. You are having an awesome life. Enjoy every minute.

[@TheFOHMan]

Beautiful Airplane good job with the restoration.

[@timirwin6659]

KSOW is one of my favorite airports to stop by. As a Northern Arizona GA pilot (based out of P52), so much to see, experience mountain and high densiity altitude flying, and just great small town folks. If you ever stop by KSOW, stop by The House restaurant. Very delicious. Safe flying....N7240A

[@wagonmaster1974]

I've enjoyed flying with you since I first discovered you. Precise, excellent communication skills and smooth flying. I have a love for V-tailed Bonanzas, with many hours in a V-35B. I think it is very cool that you bought and updated your Bo very respectfully to the vintage appearance, but much safer mods. That said, you did pretty much the same with the 140. A Cessna was my first airplane, 50 years ago. As nice as your Bonanza is, the 140 fits you like a glove. Excellent job sticking the landing at Show Low! Nose up in the turns...🛩

[@greenstair]

Hi Stevie, thanks for the videos; I used to fly private decades ago - career change to self-employed meant that had to go - it's a joy to watch you working. You're polite and good with everyone and that's a great way to be and makes the whole thing even more enjoyable. 9477A is beautiful - oh and beautiful 3-pointers 😁 Safe flying.

[@johncline7518]

Great video, Stevie! Beautiful scenery from the 140. I just started ground school, and I like watching your videos. You set a good example to aspire to.

[@dave-3759]

thank you for your videos

[@scottmash4929]

AMAZING!

[@pollopollo3531]

What I love about this content is I feel like I'm along for the ride and I've never even flown before. I may have to get a discovery flight now.

[@Marc-xi8fp]

What a pleasure to watch your videos. The format you offer is so complete and professional👍 what more can I say...Keep it up, it's very inspiring! Waiting for the next video 😁

[@frankb518]

Nice! Keep Going Over that Check List!!!! Amazing how that 1949 Cessna is shining ! Who ever preowned it took really good care of it!!! the Views Are Spectacular! Thanks for sharing!

[@skypilot7103]

Another Great flight Stevie thanks for letting us ride along. Ed

[@jimtoman2821]

Love this video! I did my private and instrument training out of FFZ in the late 1980’s. Your beautiful camera work and editing brought back such memories, such as taking the northbound route over the Salt River and past Red Mountain. We always tried to fly early in the morning during summer because the thermals and storms made it unpleasant as the day wore on.

[@TJM-96]

That interior though, wooooh!!! So crisp and so clean! You're awesome Stevie, never stop!

[@bayflight]

ArtCraft did an AMAZING job on the interior - executed the vision perfectly. Thank you so much for watching!!

[@DMBRishere]

I love your 140 so don’t feel bad that it’s slow. I wish I was flying it. I also love how you showed us the beautiful earth ❤😂

[@MaxTooney]

The video quality is astonishing! Thanks for posting this.

[@nodidog]

I really love the new paint work ❤

[@marvlew9052]

9477A good day!!! Enjoyed the video.. I grew up in the White Mountains near Show Low. Small town north of Show Low called Snowflake, Arizona. Cool to see Show Low from the air. Can’t wait to see part 3 9477A!

[@michaelboley4428]

Beautiful scenery thank you. GO Blue 😄

[@brettchevy1870]

Tailwheel pilot getting it done. Looked fun. Beautiful airplane. Low and slow is a blast. I think the desert SW has some of the best VFR flying in the country.

[@nelson759]

I really enjoy watching your videos.

[@DevilsInc323]

Wow I’m impressed what you do. I never been in a plane or flown. But wow u have guts be careful and stay safe

[@KiwiDan333]

Loving your 140 videos, Stevie! I recently bought a share in a Piper Super Cub and finished my rating in it a few months back. There's something special about flying low and slow in an old aircraft! Keep the vids coming! Dan (Christchurch, New Zealand).

[@arjnoro1]

Love your videos ,specially all the different angles and the one camera looking at you flying is great. I lived in Showlow Pinetop for three years and the place is beautiful. You should have syated for one night, its such a different climate and vegetation. I used to drive by the airport and the road gets really close to the end of the runway. Nice memories.

[@SusanMorris-t9t]

A beautiful flight with awesome scenery.❤

[@johnzee691]

so glad to watch your travels.

[@thecarfilmingsafetyguy]

Stevie you should do an online course teaching us beginners ground and radio training, I could listen to your comms all day and am trying to learn so much from them, I’d love to be so natural as you are chatting on the radio and taxiing.

[@gilbertchcs]

My last solo flight on a Cessna 150 happened in San Antonio in 1974...Wow, thank you for bringing back the memories. Just found your channel !!! Super duper great video.

[@davidwilcox1982]

What's most impressive to me is your command of the ATC language, I like it! 😀