Gulfstream G-IV Full Flight Las Vegas to LAX - Pilot VLOG 096

Here is the (almost) completely uncut flight from Las Vegas International Airport to Los Angeles International. Several people have asked for the entire flight including the cruise section, so here it is. I usually edit out the "boring" part of the flight, but this one I didn't. Let me know what you guys think!

[@gorgly123]

The way the solar plant works is the array of mirrors reflects the light to a boiler that sits on top of a structure. The high pressure steam then runs a turbine. No solar panels.

[@wernerdanler2742]

I saw this on my phone but could not reply to Jon about the solar farm. You beat me to it. lol Did you see the NVEnergy guy explain it on Outdoor Nevada? That's where I saw it. Take care.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

No kidding! That's pretty cool...I had no idea! Thank you

[@tt-mt7rn]

Ever notice there is a fog sometimes around them? I pass them everyday.

[@gorgly123]

There are steam relief valves so in the morning it might be a little humid around there that turns into fog. Not sure. Wikipedia Article en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivanpah_Solar_Power_Facility

[@jjaus]

The mirrors move with the sun.

[@darrellgordon7456]

Missed this combination on this channel very much so i had to revisit. Nice to see 2 of my Giant birds sitting together when you exited 25L.

[@stanleybabiuk8507]

I flew our Corporate Aircraft for over 3 decades. The last decade I was a Senior Officer so I had scheduling authority for trips. We had numerous aircraft anywhere from Aerial inspection aircraft (Cessna 172's) to our Super King Air, Cessna Citation, Saberliners, GIIB thru GIV and a Bach 111. I estimate about 25 million miles flown on these aircraft. Love Your videos guys. Many times I sat in the jump seats trying to figure out how to fly. Landing in Foggy weather when your at minimums was the most hair raising. Never could figure out how you guys do it under those conditions. One looking out the window to make sure you see what your suppose to see at 200 ft, then making the call to land. Nananananananananananana…...touchdown!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep these videos coming. Maybe I missed it but it would be awesome you guys pointing out what your watching on your instruments coming in for a landing. Nowadays with heads up displays and high def screens with very clear glideslope displays. Anyway, landings are exciting! Best to You Guys

[@mstrauch2352]

Like the cut in of the chart. Helps to bring those of us who live vicariously through you guys into the cockpit.

[@TheTraveler3365]

Guys, for me your videos are NEVER boring! It was my plan to be a pilot but ran out of money and a kid came along after starting instrument rating instruction. Ended up in law enforcement, and retired, which was not so fulfilling. Its is really nice to see what my dream career could have been like. With John's stomach bouncing around like mine I can really imagine sitting in the left seat like him... LOL. Thanks guys!

[@herbh9348]

It's never too late to get your private pilot s license.

[@TheTraveler3365]

Hi Herb, I got my private pilot's license in 1980. It is almost embarrassing to have run out of money back then. A Cessna 152 was $14 per hour dry and the 172 I used was $18 per hour dry. It was fairly upsetting not to be able to continue. One of my friends currently flies with American and another was the base commander at a major USAF airbase in the Middle-East. Another is with United. Instead, I had a career dealing with knuckleheads and really bad people... Oh well.

[@dmitriy6147]

Nathan D Sir, I’m sure you had an honorable carrier protecting us from total chaos. Don’t feel bad, I’m in the same boat. At 35 years old I’m a business owner, and my dream is to get my PL after the 3 kiddos are all well on their way. Don’t give up on your dreams

[@gastonice5203]

No more excuses and go Fly Nathan!! and show us a good vid too!! good luck! you can do it!!

[@RVO16]

@@TheTraveler3365 I know what you are feeling , I'm 26 right now , and i started my private pilot with 18 , and stop , I re-started last year to check ride the private pilot , but at the moment i'm unable to finish my commercial licenses , because of money. I'm from Brasil

[@PatagonianFoodbat]

Awesome video! And from my perspective (thumbs up if you agree) it could be and should be even longer, for example from the moment you step on the airplane, prepare and start everything up to the moment you close the door behind you at your destination. No way are your videos boring. And one more thing, maybe in the future full flight videos you can set up an extra camera to catch and record the displays (the primary flight display etc) and show it in the corner of the video for example.

[@colinpotter7764]

I have learned something from these videos, when I was younger I used to think how cool it would be to sit in the back drinking champagne. Now I'm older, I think it's so much better to sit in the front drinking orange juice and doing all of the work.

[@tuningsnow]

I think its the other way around

[@jeffreygosselin7576]

1:35 That’s MGM Resorts International’s aircraft.

[@yaronsteinbuch3956]

Great video, Presidential 69. When it comes to a finely tuned crew, you guys are at the very top. Terrific chemistry and communication from start to finish on each and every flight. I learn something new from you all the time. Thanks for your hard work and commitment to excellence.

[@thegeek3348]

I think this is my favorite style of video. My best friends dad flew corporate for 40 years, so it's cool to see what he was up to. Please do more of these. I'm changing careers out of IT, and while everyone raves about Regionals this life style here looks right up my alley.

[@robertclemmer1292]

Ivanpah solar electricity generating plant. 392 megawatts uses 173, 500 mirrors to direct solar energy into the towers for steam generation into turbines. They had problems in the first year as the plant only produced about 40% of its projected gross megawatts. They're getting better. One time, the mirrors were misdirected and caused a fire in one of the towers. Thanks for the video guys!

[@brandonlabatt2743]

Yeah they had it backwards, I was shaking my head --- no that's not right! (mirrors to direct solar energy into the towers for steam generation into turbines)

[@iahflyr4690]

Very much miss these guys, very very professional and PRD69 great trips.

[@n130nh6]

Big John and Shaun are definitely the Bizjet Brothers..just waiting to hear ..all checks complete..its night..and we're wearing sunglasses..Keep up the good work!

[@jerrykorman7770]

N130NH “Shaun, we have full tanks, half a pack of smokes, it’s dark, and we’re wearing shades. Estoy lista ... vamos!”

[@bobcrawford5083]

you guys work so well together and it shows the years you have worked..the repeat of commands to some might seem strange...but that is what keeps you safe and on the same page..as a ham radio operator John has the perfect voice for radio work..hehe..it`s just plain fun sitting here some nights watching you guys do your thing...I never get bored..thanks for that..once again as an old Navy Vet..bravo zulu...

[@michaelloder5150]

Shaun and John you guys are by far the most professional pilots ive ever seen and thank you so much for these videos-hope to fly with you one day...keep the videos coming

[@vetterfellow]

Good work Presidential 69, 46:46 - The Plane looks a little nervous. You two cats look cool with your shads on :-) Thanks fer taking us along. Cheers !!***.

[@keithp5669]

Love it guys! Takes me back to where I grew up in So Cal (KONT) . At minute 38 I see Cucamonga and Ontario Peaks both of which I climbed back in '79 and '80 timeframe. Also was staying in a cabin at Big Bear Lake the weekend Elvis died. I remember the F4 Phantoms taking off from KONT over the house as my mom hung laundry on the clothesline. Ontario and San Bernardino were big citrus growing areas back in the day and the air smelled of citrus. Now its just an urban hell. Yet I digress... Keep up the "full flight" vids. Great to see the full progression of the flight. Cheers.

[@stevebarreres754]

During you flight through LA Center, you spoke of solar panels on homes. The system would be directly connected to the power grid after being processed by solid state electronics to match voltage, frequency and other factors. What you do not use for the home is sold to the power authority in reduced billing. No need to store with batteries unless you are off-grid and need electric during dark hours or cloudy days.

[@tpittockful]

I wanted to comment that this length of video is good. If you filmed a 9 or 10 hour flight id be snoring. Its a pleasure watching the 2 of you and how well you work together. It is like watching a well oiled machine in full operational mode.

[@RRRIBEYE]

For some reason - here 4 years later - youtube thought I'd like to see this. lol. They were right! Nice job.

[@TheNicko773]

Awesome video. Full flight is a YES in my book. As a non pilot, I love to see all the inter workings you guys do, never boring. Great content. Thanks for sharing.

[@stevetaylor4511]

This was a great video. I am getting ready to take my instrument check ride and it was great to watch you work through the arrival procedures.

[@HvyMetal4Ever]

I probably saw you guys take off from my office, and never realized. That is one of my favorite things of where I work. Seeing all the traffic coming in and out of KLAS. Especially afternoon time (Virgin Atlantic and British Airway 747-400)

[@mikemcnamara1986]

Exceptional video! Thank you. It was amazing how busy you guys got descending into LAX. Coolest was how unflappable, as you got busier, both of you were. It was so much fun trying to spot landmarks during the descent. Didn't see much, but it was very cool finding the new Rams stadium while you were on short final. Again, thanks so much.

[@dominickatx478]

LOVE the full length videos. NOT boring at all guys, love seeing the whole process and the views out the window in cruise at altitude. Also, how common is it for corporate guys to be able to have facial hair? I know the airlines aren't a fan.

[@alexrembert1155]

Nicely done! Appreciated. Really enjoyed the approach chart, calling out your steps. I’ve ridden into LAX on these approaches for 40 years, enjoyed following it. John has got some amazing eye sight spotting Burbank from Big Bear! Thanks for all your efforts in sharing.

[@AlexLopez-tu7lo]

What is boring to some is gold to others, currently working on my IFR rating and this is grade A study material right here!!!

[@jeffreyg3831]

That was 1 of 2 Embraer 190’s owned by MGM Resorts International at approximately the 1:50 mark. And that roadway you crossed at 1:55 is a road I drive on every day. 😃

[@robertdominguez8705]

thanks for showing the arrival... always entertaining...

[@jeremymendoza4394]

I don't think there's anything "boring" about your flights! Don't know about anyone else but I love watching the whole flight from beginning to end...uncut! Keep up the good work Sean and Jon and fly safe!

[@mikeshort5516]

I was lost in the moment the entire video. As a team you guys are top gun ( pun not intended). I would have no hesitation in flying with you. Looking forward to the next video 👌

[@jeffdeutsch]

Thanks you two. I enjoy watching these on my night shift. Sitting at a communications console is sometimes slow.

[@fineartz99]

Corrections: The three solar mirrors, in a circle, actually reflect light onto the center tower (boil water salts, steam turns turbine). // The nearby field of dark panels are normal PV solar conversion to electricity. // Tesla PowerWall batteries are reserve backup solar use in small home environments. The larger Tesla PowerPack for Utility and Business sized energy storage solutions.

[@dangarrison9712]

Was just there for the Nascar race, 7 days total. And while coming in on the first day I thought to myself I wonder if Shawn and John are here. Love the vids. Safe flying.

[@peterwakeman9930]

Thanks for the day flight, a mate took me on a night flight on the route for his night hours, to get the ATP. Been many times to LAX, had the great 12.00am start for the sim, so a day flight in the clear is always nice.

[@sharpshooter308ful]

I agree with Nathan, I enjoyed the complete video. They're never too long. It's like you're sitting in the jump seat, along for the ride. Totally enjoyed the video! Thanks!

[@prestonmiller9552]

Traveling my old stomping grounds. Made that trip many times. Nice to remember it through you guys. Thanks.

[@thelert]

You guys make a great team, thanks for sharing.

[@bobbyhipperson]

Awesome video. Just watched the replay of your live Q & A from Dublin, signed up on your website, and stayed up for this video when John said he was uploading it tonight. Who needs sleep on the West Coast…LOL. I’m reliving my working career watching you guys, thank you so much 😊✈️

[@skyanaconda]

Really nice and helpful. I will request that changes to guidance panel and other changes on and selections on the FMS be shown for better appreciation. Good job guys

[@dannelj1197]

Love these "no-cut-vlogs", more full flight videos please. :-D

[@Col-Hogan]

Totally enjoyed the full length version! Awesome video. I think everyone enjoys the videos because we're ALL along for the ride. It never gets old or boring, even though you may think so. Say HI to Yanna!

[@msnpassjan2004]

I like a mix of long and short videos, love the short fun fact / tech videos, those are really really well explained, makes me feel smart and everything !

[@deanbo0074]

There are 178 k panels and they shine at the boiler at the top of the tower.The black part at the top is the boiler and it sends 20" steam line down to the turbine that it turns. You guys are great 👍

[@donho9670]

Enjoyed every minute guys, thank you.

[@zacharylipinski2413]

Very nice to hear you guys come to KSFB today. Love the channel

[@Individual_two]

I enjoyed all the in route preparation while flying from one very busy airspace to another. Good video!

[@jjaus]

Nice! I wasn't bored at all. Enjoyed the STAR discussion.

[@Airforceproud95]

Fantastic video

[@ksfixitmangaming617]

Great video. I do think I like the complete video start to stop. Only one negative for me. I don't mind seeing you guys but I think for me I like the view of the controls and not looking back into the rear of the plane. Iv gotten so used to watching you change setting and such along with flying the plane i would rather see that view. But I will say I like any content you guys produce so keep it up and ill be looking forward to the next video. Oh and a side not. The live Q and A was great. You guys did a great job trying to answer all questions. Also the tech videos are great and also something I look forward to. Be safe guys

[@Kev4571]

KSfixitman exactly what I was thinking. 👍

[@timwildey7974]

Thanks for another great flight video. I was able to locate the approach plate online. Then followed you down the glide slope with a clear understanding of what was taking place.

[@chuckeberth4370]

Great video! Nothing boring about it at all.

[@MadiGavinDad]

Unless I've missed it in the past, I love how you show the STAR.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

I've done it once or twice a long time ago...I'm trying to get better about that stuff.

[@ZaphodsPlanet]

I'm sure someone already let you know but if not you got it bass ackwards with the solar power stations. All those panels (mirrors) actually focus sunlight on to one tower, the bright spot you're seeing. All that heat from the light super heats the water in the towers and that steam powers a generator. They have issues around those with birds getting roasted in flight if they happen to fly through the light being focused on that tower by all the mirrors you see surrounding it. I've flown over those too, want to see up close some day but it's still pretty cool to see from the air.

[@donaldsmith6703]

FANTASTIC, great to see a full flight.....THANK YOU!!!! I personally would love to see more content with full length flights!!!!

[@mb8kr]

Awesome, you guys rock. I never mis one episode of your flying life. Keep it up.

[@Joel3130]

Another great video! I truly enjoy the longer length video you've posted and especially listening to either you two chat in the cockpit or ATC traffic over the radio. If you happen to do more of these that'd be pretty cool. Truly appreciate all the work you both do in putting these together. Oh and great livestream last night, hope you're able to do more of those as time and circumstances allow.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Thank you! We certainly will...

[@danward8720]

Love it! When I was traveling for business I was averaging 85K miles/year without leaving the continent. And that's nothing compared to people who fly 100's per year. Anyway, I flew on UA and tuned my headset to the ATC feed. I learned a lot doing that.

[@GeraldLaumeyer]

How cool is it to see stuff from the air and then visit on the ground. Not boring at all liked it alot

[@billirvin9057]

Excellent video .. truly impressed with your crew coordination. One of the thing drummed into me while in the AF was ALWAYS ALWAYS use your checklist! No matter how many times you guys fly together and I know you have it memorized, you always use your checklist.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Absolutely!!

[@lbowsk]

What about when your checklist only has three items. Do you really need to use a checklist to do three items? The same three items that you do after every takeoff? There's cockpit discipline and idiotic overkill.

[@phillipsiviter2024]

Awesome hop guys, looking forward to the next one.

[@citig8r]

You guys do great videos. You two make a great team. Enjoy.

[@ronmoore5827]

Another nice one boys. A G1V is not a bad thing to fly around in either John.

[@kevtheis]

Just gotta say, you guys have some great CRM going on, evident in all of your videos. Both layed-back but very efficient with your communications. And good radio presence I may add!

[@boatlover1875]

Nice video guys! LAX good childhood memories, Dad was stationed there in the Air Force.

[@dameek47]

Oh, my! What a great way to start my day. Thank you fella's.

[@anthonyvolpe5206]

you guys must have a blast with your jobs...I am envious. great job. thanks for posting.

[@flyboybobio3431]

Nicely done. Pros all the way. Enjoy the full video.

[@jeffbobier9008]

Fantastic full flight fellas. Really enjoyable as always !

[@jamesoberg2820]

Thanks for the vid. Nice to see that terrain from the air, as bleak as it seems. Looks like a few of us live in Vegas. I live a little NE of Ropr.

[@jerryrounds8586]

Excellent video as always. Thanks for sharing your flying experiences. Very interesting and some of the best videos on the old interwebs.

[@blk3car]

“Don’t be a tool, Sean.” “I’m trying everyday...” 😆

[@patcism]

Post notifications on. Another hour well spent on this channel. Keep up the awesome videos love the full length format too!

[@wheatwild]

Thanks guys for another great video. Nothing about it or during it was boring. The part where you go thru the way-points and show them to us on the map was awesome. Really cool thinking on your part and much appreciated. Who was Jon talking to at 37:00? Thanks guys!!

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Thank you! He was talking to the Fixed Base Operator (FBO) to let them know we were coming and to make sure the rental cars were there.

[@skeptictruth9355]

Awesome stuff! Love seeing how you adjusted for potential wake disturbance flying just above the glide slope. Thanks for showing start to finish.

[@phoenixmyers2933]

You guys are amazing. this is exactly what I wanted to do in my retirement years.

[@nborme56]

Once again thank you. Your videos regardless of the content are always entertaining and inspirational, at least for me. Keep the videos coming!

[@herbh9348]

Nice flight gentleman....thanks for sharing..

[@patrickneale7378]

I would have liked more footage that included the control panel as well. Other than that, excellent and fun to watch the "dull" part of the flight.

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

I will watch this tomorrow, but happy to see the ‘long form’.. looking forward to flying along.

[@LuciferMorningstarDanny]

No no no 🤣🤣🤣 I’m trying to watch dublins hour long q and a 😂😂😂 work day here in Brisbane Australia. Oh well I can go back later I suppose . Love the videos guys n gals . Thankyou so much from all of us . I’m in for a tee shirt and hat when they are for sale .

[@rkspdx]

Great stuff as usual...never slightly boring...someday I should add up the hours spent watching you guys, but probably not a good idea...on the discussion regarding solar, you don't need batteries unless you really are going off grid as much as possible. I live in Portland, Or, and there are a few clouds once in awhile. I installed a system and as we have net metering the power I generate exceeds usage so my net electric cut is around $120 per yr..and that is for the meter rental from our utility company. I do heat with natural gas part of the year but mostly with a heat pump. It is about a 10 yr payback on the system. And they are getting cheaper...

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Very cool...I have to look into that. Thank you for the info!

[@jamesodowd4063]

was coming in from liverpool today and saw N269WR on the ground at Dublin, what a bird she looks even better in person

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Nice! We're back home already...I hope you didn't have to dealt with that crazy wind the other day!

[@dgw671]

Next to a live stream, this was fantastic! Thanks guys! Need more F-Bombs!

[@timcaron9049]

This was really interesting and fun to Watch. However, what caught my eye was the navigation part. Do you have a special program to plan your flight plan? What do you do once your route is planned? How do you send it off to Flight Services? I have so many questions on this, but I will start with that, Maybe concider doing a video on flight planning, after all it is a large part of flying and not just steering the plane. Without a good plan, you might never get there. Thanks a lot. Fly Safe. Tim

[@CorporatePilotLife]

That is on the list of future Tech videos. We use a service called Arinc Direct. They pretty much make the process as simple as possible. We usually do it all online, but we can call them and do it over the phone as well. They do all the official filing with the FAA, then we get a print out and load the route in the FMS.

[@bruce2357]

I picked Las Vegas as the second leg of my long solo cross country back in 1985. The airport was so much different back then hardly any activity, it was June and hot as hell. Here I am taxiing and trying to reach across the plane and hold the door of the Piper Warrior open a little to get some air. I remember when I left and got to around 8k or so the air coming through the vent felt like air conditioning compared to on the ramp. FUL-DAG-LAS-FUL.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Very cool! I bet is was very different then...

[@ryanmcfarland6086]

Very cool look at the solar farms. Thanks!

[@erikluchsinger346]

Some pretty country out there... Thanks for sharing the view!

[@BFun]

One thing that perhaps you might do for us "older" fellas, whose eyesight might not be what it once was, is identifying/highlighting things like when you have the airport in sight, or traffic, or anything else that you mention, that might just be a bit harder for us older guys to see. Maybe like you do with your charts at times, with an arrow or other kind of marking. Just a thought. Also, as PatagonianFoodbat mentioned, a camera on the displays would be a real nice touch! On an unrelated technical note, how do you interface the camera's audio input with the headset audio? I have an opportunity to shoot a short flight from inside the cockpit coming up in the very near future, and would very much like to be able to include this audio. In any event, please do keep up the awesome work! Love your vids!

[@CorporatePilotLife]

I try to point out those things, but I usually can't see them on the video myself! It's so much easier to see traffic and airports in person versus on the screen. I've been trying to get a camera setup on the screens, but it really blocks my view of the instruments. It's not a big deal in cruise, but on takeoff and landing, I can't have anything blocking my view. I'm working on a new mounting setup to fix that issue. As for the audio, I use a cable from "N Flight Cam" to connect to the airplane audio output. It goes in between my headset and the airplane to capture everything I hear.

[@BFun]

Thanks so much for the quick reply! Not only are your videos fantastic, but your interaction with us viewers is first rate as well! Really want to thank you for that, first and foremost! Thanks also for the info and I can completely understand the issue with sight access to your instruments. I have heard that there are 2x & 3x extender lenses available for GoPros, although I haven't come across one yet, that could allow placement away from the panel itself. Perhaps other viewers may know where to source these. And thank you so very much for the info regarding your audio ingest device! This will help immensely! Thanks so much! And lastly, once again, if you're ever up YYC way, please do give a shout out, I'd be honored to show you all, some of our sites (Banff & Lake Louise for some spectacular skiing in winter and a must for any visitor, the Calgary Stampede in the summer!) and treat you to an amazing Alberta beef, steak dinner! Keep these awesome videos coming! Blue Skies to you, Jon, Janna, Francine and all the rest of the PRD69 family! 👍🏻

[@ChadintheATL]

Love the full flights guys! Keep up the great work.

[@michaelschofield5596]

Jon is correct..I drive by that solar plant every week..and they are constructing another tower and panels next to that one.

[@canadiandude1974]

Really enjoyed this one. Interesting to see how you join the Los Angeles approach, the flight speeds and altitudes. 👍

[@jamesw95]

Great video, nothing boring here

[@danwesinger3802]

In the hockey world we call Jons hair some "sick flow" or " beautiful lettuce " love it! 👍🏻

[@PilotArt]

Man do I miss flying in to LAX! I flew for Great Lakes Airlines before they ceased flight operations and my favorite route was Prescott, AZ to LAX.

[@dustyhouk1570]

Great video! Just helped me get through the last hour of my day at work.

[@garrett1144]

I'm quite addicted to your channel, I love watching you guys fly and I learn a lot which helps me with flying in x-plane. The funny part is that I have a fear of flying and cant stand it, but yet I watch these and play flight simulators. Something is wrong with me, maybe its because Im not in the driver seat?

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Definitely because you're not in the driver's seat...go take some lessons and you'll love it!

[@jerrykorman7770]

Corporate Pilot Life like driving a high performance car vs being in the back sat. Once I stopped flying I became the worlds worst passenger

[@kg4bua]

Great video. Never saw the Airbus, however. Rarely able to see other traffic.

[@CorporatePilotLife]

Yeah...it's so much easier in person. I usually can't find them on the video either. I always spend about 10 minutes looking so that I can put an arrow on it, but I just can't see it!

[@dmacdonell]

Seeing the entire flight is great, thanks! Not sure 6 hours of Sean wearing the mask on a transatlantic would be quite as interesting. Unless John's laughing a lot I guess.

[@felixfezza]

this is inspiring to watch. good work guys im really hooked!!!