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[@jackf1003]

This is my first try at getting Ben to pin my comments. Hi

[@BenLomov]

Go Crazy

[@kkfalgunan19]

You made mama proud! 😃

[@jackf1003]

I can’t believe that worked

[@kkfalgunan19]

@@jackf1003 lol

[@kkfalgunan19]

@@jackf1003 gg

[@coloredcoat]

Your story of normal family life, practical work, and sacrificing to go flying is familiar to many of us. I was making cardboard boxes at a box factory when I was 18 so I could afford flying lessons. I also finished my private pilot license in something like 42 hours. After 4 more years of making boxes, I went and got my A&P and worked with that for about 10 years. In that same time, I got my Instrument and Commercial and owned and flew several planes.Then I decided it was time to upgrade the career and spent 3 years to get mechanical engineering. I did engineering for about 5 years on Air Force One and realized better careers for engineers are definitely outside aviation. Now I work to make real money and flying is my hobby where it rightly belonged the whole time. If you can pull off making the pilot thing work for a career, more power to you. I rather enjoy having the money so I can easily afford flying instead of trying to make it a job. Love your videos! You remind me a lot of myself, only that was 20 years ago.

[@BenLomov]

Thanks for watching and sharing! I totally agree with you, but that's what I'm trying to do right now. Working a completely irrelevant job and making money to fly. But I'd rather be flying full time, at least that's my opinion for now haha. It's going to be really tough but that's the dream 😅 who knows what happens in the future

[@noname-xo5mp]

This guy literally said "Imma do this" And did it. Amazing.

[@taneyadasmandal1901]

As a 12 year old Indian kid this is kinda motivating to watch

[@hscollier]

You have what it takes to be at the top of any field you choose; positive attitude, great work ethic; realistic and measurable goals; persistence; and laser focus. Congratulations, you are already a success. Enjoy the journey.

[@BenLomov]

Thanks a bunch, I'll try my best 😁

[@ahuman2954]

Yeah me too

[@CplDan]

God is good-I’ll be praying for you brother, keep moving forward.

[@BenLomov]

Thank you!

[@ahuman2954]

I don't subscribe that much but seeing your hardwork and dedication i couldn't help it

[@jonnygranville281]

Yes. The Dog is a good comrade.

[@woutchauvaux6672]

I have to admit, I was one of the people that assumed you were a kid from some rich family. This video is very insightful and pretty inspirational. I have also always been amazed by anything that flies, i went the rc route though 😁. Im currently a very unmotivated 20 year old dude and this video helped a bit.

[@Zombie_Sire]

My dream is exactly like yours actually. I wante to fly... to just fly to be honest. I love not only being up so High but I just love the thought of being able to be in the air. With science that is still changing everyday. If anything I knew I’d chase my dream so the closes thing to that because I was not born into a rich family is the military. I am currently serving in the us Air Force and i’m pursuing my dream as closely as possible. I hope to one day be able to afford not only a plane but a rentable hangar and just be able to go flying when I want to. (Btw my first time ever flying was on my way to basic training and I loved every minute of it!!) thank you sir for sharing your wisdom of aviation and what you’ve done to get to where you are today. Aim High!!

[@MOOSEDOWNUNDER]

You are 100% born hard brother, cracking story, cracking mindset. Keep it up young oak. ATB from Down Under.

[@braydonct]

I was so surprised to see that you only had a few videos at this point considering the professionalism that is seen throughout. Keep up the good work! Working on getting my PPL currently, maybe I'll see you in the skies some day :)

[@BenLomov]

Looking forward to it!

[@claire4897]

Hopefully you post another video soon! Currently rewatching your old videos

[@BenLomov]

Haha will do!

[@CMCSS-to3to]

Major respect for you man, this is the american dream. Best of luck with you plane and the shows you'll fly

[@williamsellers704]

And I thought you were just another little rich kid. Newfound respect Ben! Great story and watching for more.

[@musicphilebd9862]

Dude I don't even know anything about flying yet I watched all of your videos in one sitting after youtube randomly suggested your cross country flying video! Your family story, ambition, work ethic everything is really commendable. Hope you become a pro very soon and also get a million subscribers!

[@jcheck6]

Good luck with your dreams Ben. I had dreams when I was about your age of flying first for the Air Force and then perhaps the airlines. It all worked as planned. Once flew an F-4 to Mather AFB for their open house. Retired Airbus captain. Dreams do come true.

[@cuprum166]

I love your story. It was not easy peasy as we thought, you had to put some effort into this line of work you are pursuing. I am watching your video blog 2 years later. Who would know that Ukraine would be sucked into this terrible war. God bless you and your relatives who remain in Ukraine. Your content is incredible!

[@BenLomov]

Thank you!!!

[@jayit6851]

Ben you're an inspiration. I'm at the point of waiting for my PPL checkride after weather delayed it twice so far. There's one pilot in my family who passed away long before I was born so my family isn't an aviation family nor are we rich, so it's really inspiring to see someone build up their aviation career from the ground up. I don't have aerobatic plans but maybe I'll see you in the skies one day!

[@BenLomov]

Haha ya man! Glad I can help motivate you even a little. But you pretty much got it man, on the final stretch! And for sure dude, maybe one day 😁

[@shakespeareracing7822]

Such a small world, I grew up and live in sac too and went to the same Mather air shows as a kid. I’ve been playing a lot of FS flying out of Mather, but It’s awesome to see someone live out their dreams in reality, best of luck!

[@Durandalski]

I am inspired. After suffering a nervous breakdown and ptsd due to my job, I realized I need an outlet outside of work. When I was a little kid I dreamed of being a pilot and owning a Pitts Special, but adulthood convinced me those were pipe dreams. Now I’m seriously looking at going for my ppl and pursuing aerobatics as a hobby to help alleviate the extreme stress of my job and what will probably be a lifelong battle with ptsd. If you can do it with a regular full time job and a bit of determination, maybe I can too.

[@BenLomov]

You definitely can and should!!! It’s a lot of work and money, but it’s something that’ll keep you busy and challenged for a long time, definitely recommend it. You won’t regret it!

[@karmabasedj8184]

"Since I love my job I never have to work a day in my life"......this is gonna be stuck in my head for quite some time now!

[@jucava00]

You can like the live you're living, or you can live the live you like.

[@karmabasedj8184]

Btw keep posting shorts and polls to go up the youtube algorithm. You deserve to have multi million subscribers!

[@BenLomov]

Great tips! Thanks😅

[@torchedfire5659]

your my hero

[@SergeZintchenko]

Hi Ben. From wannabe Pits pilot and Kiev born Canadian - I enjoy your story. Hope to line up soon to get your signature after your performance in Oshkosh. I will be glad to add it to my wall beside Mike Goulian’s and many more.

[@redfire122]

I have watched several of your videos. Really enjoy your obvious passion for aviation. Good luck with your aerobatic career. Hope to see you perform at oshkosh someday 👍

[@williamrouse3510]

You have a great outlook and attitude! Really enjoyed the video of your cross country flight...That would be an amazing experience. God speed to you!

[@BenLomov]

Thank you 🙏

[@stevenbenavente1229]

You need to visit Pensacola fl if you love to watch the blue angels, where I work is lined up to the run way. They practice Wednesday, Thursday & Friday. They also train new pilots here. Come visit brothers bbq & we can watch them line up to land.

[@alexanderleitner8143]

You are an inspiration for anybody, not only for those who love aviation as you do. All the best and only happy landings from an old pilot (at least from your age). I was so inspired by your first videos that I started tail wheel flying this summer with a Super Cub (PA18) to continue to a Christen Eagle II later on. I‘m waiting for more of your videos.

[@sethburdge2684]

What an incredible story what you have already achieved is truly inspirational may God bless and protect you.

[@Thetinkanator]

It’s awesome that you are so persistent toward your goals, it inspires me to push harder toward my aviation goals

[@BenLomov]

Haha ya man, you can do it!

[@ericlawrence9729]

Great video I just subscribed, I also love aerobatics and actually got to do some training with the great Wayne Handley who actually is in your neck of the woods. I highly recommend if you get a chance to fly with him not only a great pilot but wonderful person as well. He is located at Pine Mountain Lake airport up by Sonora CA. Very inspiring story best of luck with future and I can’t wait to see more of your videos. Keep up the great work. Eric

[@little_black_raincloud]

Earning what you want, through hard work and determination, is so much more rewarding than having it handed to you. Glad to see you are doing just that! I grew up around aviation, soloed on my 16th birthday, and didn't go much further. After school I chose aviation maintenance as a career path, I completed A&P school, and earned my Powerplant rating before once again falling short of completion. One day I will actually finish one or both Ppl/A&P, but for now I will continue grinding away to gain financial comfort. You should consider yourself an inspiration to others. Great job, and keep up the good work. Don't mind the jealous haters, they are everywhere. I'm glad that youtube suggested your videos, I will continue watching and liking.

[@BenLomov]

Really appreciate that Jacob! You can definitely do it too!

[@pieterpowermetal]

Respect! Inspirational. Enjoy the journey man. You've earned it. Stay safe

[@slavicstriz8715]

Hey I'm from Ukraine too and I have to say God bless you and good job with that drive and good luck with your career. Can sympathize with that hustle..

[@mikedamat]

Every day I get more and more tempted to become a pilot and I think you might have just convinced me to do it.

[@excellenceinanimation960]

Hero’s journey!

[@desirable_guy7354]

This is a super underrated channel and you deserve more subscribers. Im happy im part of this community and good job on 25k subs. Here's to 50k.

[@PKCubed]

Remember me when you save the world and have 10 mil subs!

[@SteveJohnson-oz1pe]

I really like your videos! You are a great inspiration to young future pilots. I feel kind of old, I got my private in 1979 at the age of 23.

[@roberttroxell7823]

had to sub, seems like a nice guy plus, the videos are great!

[@youraverageamerican3514]

Bro, you are the most relatable pilot out there keep up the amazing work and flying of course!

[@AverageAviator]

Great video, its cool to hear how you got to where you are. Can't wait to see what you'll come out with next!

[@markkravchuk3443]

I play in a band with this guy! Rock and roll Ben yaaaaaaa

[@elizabethlomova4154]

Lol hey Mark! 😊

[@angiekras4297]

Love you mark and liz !!!

[@ellamelnik358]

Hey Mark and Ang and Liz and Ben!

[@BenLomov]

Hey Mark, hey Liz, hey Ang, hey Ella! Thanks for being loyal sheep. I’ll get straight to the point. Flying is expensive. Please send me money in bitcoin so that the government can’t trace it and so that I won’t have to pay taxes on it. Thanks!

[@villiamvelichko1148]

I hear the bitcoins value is going down. Maybe delta airlines stock would help more?

[@rodelramos1875]

You knew what you wanted and went for it! Well done 👍

[@StuckOnAFireHydrant]

Man you are living out my dream 😂 I'm glad I got that cross country video in my recommended cause I instantly watched all the videos after that and was not disappointed!!! (You do talk a tad quick though but I don't mind! Just an observation) I wanted to be a pilot for so long but my uncle (who is an American Airlines mechanic) and mom talked me out of it (they said there wasn't a lot of demand for pilots back then and even more so now cause of covid). So here I am struggling for a computer science (which I also enjoy it's just so hard) degree so I can go into IT and make a load of money so I can start my flying lessons. My end goal is to own and fly some of my favorite aircraft, a lot from WW2, but also some non warbirds. But first I gotta graduate lmao 😅 Can't wait for your next upload man! I got a feeling you're going to make it big on KZbin! You have that energy about you, I just can't explain it! Good luck! -Joe

[@alkabba]

Very nice story,, inspiring. Thanks for sharing and best of luck on your journey to become a professional aerobatic pilot.

[@BenLomov]

Thanks a lot!

[@ehyman4415]

Good on you. Another example of how anyone can accomplish anything in this country with determination.

[@dimitri_tsm]

Hell yeah, I am very excited for the Future!

[@BenLomov]

Thanks!!!

[@tali6144]

Great video. Was always curious about people who fly and own light planes. Always thought about during this later on but definitely not cheap to learn, buy, and maintain one of these guys. Thanks for the transparency.

[@jonnygranville281]

Wow man. I just found your channel today and it is so awesome and inspiring

[@BenLomov]

Haha thanks for the kind words Jonny!!!

[@akifhossain5122]

Always nice to see genuine people on this platform! Love your work mate, keep it up!

[@BenLomov]

Much appreciated!

[@angelreading5098]

Great self motivation and determination to succeed,you are young and the world is your oyster.

[@pollyg562]

i got one thing to say to this young punk, GOOD LUCK, you are a great inspiration for the young with a dream

[@altebo]

you definitely have my respect for chasing your dreams, spasiba for sharing, it is very inspiring, the sky IS the limit : )

[@dmitry6342]

Hey, I’m also from Ukraine! Also, a pilot! Flying down here in SoCal!

[@koommen]

Really inspiring to hear you speak. Thanks for the great video.

[@matthewmoskowitz1312]

You should take that plane through monument valley, Utah. I flew through there on a twin Cessna 310. It was the most beautiful and exciting...

[@davelydon1982]

Very interesting story good on you 👍👍 up from Rep Ireland 🇮🇪

[@tommo2492]

Great hearing your story and your passion for aviation!

[@BenLomov]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Mrsournotes]

Ben, it’s a little belated, but a warm welcome to the US to you and your extended family! I enjoy your videos.

[@BenLomov]

Haha thanks, I appreciate that!

[@CigRacing]

My fav plane of all time. Skip Stewart Style. Nice Job on getting it, and good luck Ben with upcoming competitions!

[@BenLomov]

Thank you Terry!

[@Campake]

ur honestly REALLY GOOD at doing youtube stuff, your editing is amazing, as are your explanations, once again, i REFUSE to believe you only have 25k subs

[@r.specht6790]

Wow a V35 bonanza, I goddamn love those

[@didierneeferc]

1997

[@jimsandoval7633]

Your videos are excellent and so interesting. I hope to hear your name at Oshkosh sometime soon when they announced the next airbatic show to begin. You have made very impressive progress, as much progress as if your dad owned that PJ behind you.

[@BenLomov]

Haha that would be a dream come true Jim! And thanks a bunch, really appreciate that! The PJ would've been sweet though, like c'mon dad... step up your game, you know what I mean? 😜

[@groundcontrolgainesville4841]

Thank you for making both of these videos. Answering these questions is very important. You're doing a great job Ben.

[@BenLomov]

Glad you like them!

[@groundcontrolgainesville4841]

@@BenLomov You didn't 100% explain how you were able to buy a $40k airplane. Did you buy it with a loan?

[@nathandsouza4716]

Wow. Your story is inspiring. I also wanted to become a pilot, but because of it being too expensive, I'm now into RC aircrafts. Wish I can achieve what you have achieved. Cant wait for your video on the flight technicalities of your cross country flight.!

[@BenLomov]

Thanks for watching! I'm also into RC! Not like crazy, but I love anything to do with aviation so naturally I got into that when I was younger, and I still fly them today 😁

[@jeffkelley4055]

These videos are great. Looking forward to more

[@BenLomov]

Glad you like them!

[@staytogether27]

Ben, you are doing great, (who cares what people think or talk), keep going, glad to see you as a Ukrainian American pilot, in your first competition you were in the first place! SUPER, hope to see more competition contents here in your channel :)

[@BenLomov]

haha I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@ivanstayner8818]

That's awesome. I was born in Rivne, Ukraine.

[@ceejaycristobal5891]

Man your my inspiration to be a pilot 😉 keep safe

[@abikeanditsboy3449]

I'm glad to see you overcame all those huge hurdles in your checkered past, especially your struggles with toe fungus. Very inspirational. I struggled a bit with your thick accent, though. Maybe in your next video you could say _nuclear vessels_ a couple times (thinking back to Chekov in the 4th Star Trek movie.) Just kidding, bro. I'm loving your videos and can't wait to see more content. Keep up the good work.

[@BenLomov]

🤣😂🤣 I'll try that exercise 😜 Thanks for watching, really appreciate you!

[@nickhart5332]

Get it Ben! Can’t wait to see you flying professional at air shows soon! Would be cool to see you at thunder over Louisville someday if that option is ever available! Keep up the great work!

[@BenLomov]

That would be awesome, if I ever get the opportunity I’ll jump on it 😎

[@binnis99]

Very cool story.

[@cr7nj114]

Jurgis Kairys and Rob Holland better watch out here comes Ben Lemov! Go get ‘em Ben

[@rogerclarke3291]

Your videos have been inspirational. I finally got my PPL three weeks ago, here in the UK . I have also just purchased my first plane. Your coast to coast trip inspired me to explore further a field in my new traveling adventures. Thanks for sharing your story ben and for posting your cool videos.

[@BenLomov]

thanks for watching, make sure to pack underwear 😜

[@Will_3882]

I luv your videos and your plane

[@jarrettfuller817]

I just starting watching you videos and I'm hooked

[@imlost19]

i like how that hangar has 3 msfs2020 planes lol

[@Amaury0971]

We will watch your career with great interest !

[@jonnyswalk_7]

Nice 👍 one ☝️ Ben! Very inspirational! You already are and I’m sure that you will go on to be a truly positive role model for younger folk 😊 👍 Stay grounded fella (apart from when you’re flying of course 😉 Thanks so much for making the effort to share your story 👍 Warmest wishes from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 UK 🇬🇧 - Jonathan 😊 👍

[@BenLomov]

I appreciate that!

[@rich40701]

Hi Ben, I took flying lessons back in the early 80's and I believe the cost was $40 bucks an hour total! I soloed and got my student pilot license and then due to a job change I quit. It is one of those choices I have regretted many times.

[@BenLomov]

Wow the times have changed 🤣 but ya it's the best thing ever, and it's never too late to get back at it!

[@forresthaggertychannel4301]

Hey Ben, I think you have very good content. I have really enjoyed it!

[@foxwolf973]

Best of luck to you!

[@KergylKraft]

I'm looking to become a bush plane pilot, so this video shared a lot of insight on where to go.

[@kevinc.7287]

I'm sure this channel will get big

[@justinprewitt245]

Great video! I can’t wait to see you do another competition.

[@BenLomov]

Me too! And thanks!

[@justinprewitt245]

@@BenLomov you’re welcome

[@Joncarver226]

Dude... I want to meet you sometime.... we’d be great friends!!! Come to Indiana sometime or let’s meet up at Oshkosh! Would love to share stories

[@sharikb]

Great job! Always good content, love to see you get better. Keep it up!

[@sharikb]

Also, is your dog a German Shepherd? I have one that is eight years old

[@fitchyyboi]

Power to ya man!

[@mrj-charles6383]

I just came accross your videos. Years ago I had Russian speaking neighbors who had a dog that only spoke and understood Russian. Anyway something happened to them where they got deported and I took the dog. We struggled for a while till he could understand me. 😁Thankfully your family taught you your native language. My family came to the US and never bothered to teach us there native language. Father is Hungarian and Mom is from France.

[@BenLomov]

Haha that’s great! Thanks for watching!

[@VONMEEK]

Brilliant, I loved hearing this section of your story

[@BenLomov]

Awesome!!! Glad you liked it 😁

[@benjaminwoodruff8841]

Wow that Cessna Citation is beautiful

[@nathanpage8446]

Great vid! Keep up the great content man!

[@BenLomov]

Thanks! Will do!

[@kyleraltenhoff8758]

Hi Ben! i just recently discovered you on the tube and just want to say awesome work man! I am actually going to school to become an A&P myself for the same reasons! I just wish i jumped on my goals as early as you did! Keep it up man and Fly High!

[@BenLomov]

Hey that's awesome man, thanks for watching. Best of luck!

[@Rique_cent]

This guy deserves way more subs

[@CargoInk]

SCC wasn’t like that when I went there to get my A&P. I do near that since they move from SCC campus and Executive airport that it is very hard to get into. Nice to see that you’re doing what you want to do. I work with a guy who (now works for the state) use to do the same thing that you are try to achieve and this is an air show pilot. Can’t wait to see your next adventure..

[@LifefulLife]

This is so inspiring, cant wait to see what you'll do next!

[@BenLomov]

Thanks so much 😊

[@BarnabyBear69]

Absolutely amazing story. My first thought would be navy or air force for pilot training/areobatic career prospects.