How I Fly A Traffic Pattern & Land A Plane| PA28

[@tktailslideproductions7280]

"Wake turbulence from these CESSNAS" 😂 I died lmao

[@muhammadsteinberg]

What's so funny about that? If I self-service my C-172 and top the tanks off I guarantee you it's a heavy when I'm trying to get it in my T-hangar....lol

[@rexr3306]

Imagine hearing “United 5580 Heavy caution wake turbulence from the departing skyhawk” on the tower frequency 😂

[@haydenm.3912]

@@rexr3306 "Delta 3474, caution prop wash from the piper on taxiway bravo" 😂😂

[@MarkBennettCEO]

Great video! I think it reminds us all that flying is a skill that requires constant polish no matter how experienced you are or what ratings you hold. Where that polish and practice (or lack of) shows up for me frequently is after a long day of flying.

[@LewDixAviation]

"After a long day of flying".. Thats why the FAA introduced Part 117 to the airline world!

[@u2mister17]

I flew several times with a WW2 P-51 pilot and his Baron. His landings were quite different then what you see. On finale he would be 1900 agl as the runway was starting under the nose (out of site). He would then pull power and in 10 seconds we would touch down. I don't think he used flaps.

[@Zeeno]

What in the hell! Lololol

[@u2mister17]

@@Zeeno What is funny?

[@EvgenySemendeev]

Love that Welcome back to the sky!

[@redmondson27]

Ahh yes, the piper. Low wing FTW. And yeah I'm sure that CFI was nervously listening to his student solo.

[@Acc0rd79]

Stop flying my plane bra!!! I was going to use that plane for my checkride last month but someone booked it for a month straight so I took 670MA instead. Now I go get my Complex this week and begin IFR right after our vacation cruise. Keep them great videos coming!!! Get Otto back in the seat soon, I saw him on the schedule.

[@maritestaylor8458]

So awesome as always. Keep the videos coming. Awesome

[@humanfactorswithpaulgarth9596]

13:21 - My CFI said I created PIT - Pilot induced turbulence. Q: How's the ATR - can you slide in a covert comment on how it's going in next video?

[@LeantoPeak]

It did seem rather hard to prevent the nose wheel from hitting the ground after touchdown... a lot harder than one those cessnas :) But it's really nice to see you being your own critic. I think this is a much required trait to be a good pilot. Always be judging your own performance and being honest what should be improved. Wouldn't you say? Cheers!

[@lancomedic]

Very nice. I would have liked to heard more narration starting on the downwind because that's where my instructor says a good approach begins and I need some help with that.

[@LewDixAviation]

Thank you! You may benefit from this video. It’s a little more detailed. Landings Are Difficult After 19 Years Without Flying kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpuYZIp4j72NsK8

[@lancomedic]

@@LewDixAviation Thanks.

[@GGAviation]

excellent as always. I am now studying IR(R) as i feel its the next step after Night Rating (achieved) and the weather in UK has been awful for months !!

[@lukecole6203]

GG Aviation y’all have to get a night rating in UK? Interesting

[@GGAviation]

@@lukecole6203 Affirm Sir , usually PPL, then Night Rating, then IR(R) then ... the list goes on :)

[@GGAviation]

@@lukecole6203 Affirm Sir

[@lukecole6203]

GG Aviation that’s interesting, we don’t have to get a rating to fly at night. We did have to have so many night hours for ppl though

[@HotOdinSauce]

You should make a checklist t shirt!

[@frankloy2701]

Great video! How do you keep the cameras from overheating and shutting down? When I mount my cameras they tend to shut down on me.

[@LewDixAviation]

The camera mounted outside is always fine for obvious reasons - massive amount of airflow haha. The inside ones I position in places out of the sun as best I can but even so they only seem to last an hour and 15 at the most.

[@frankloy2701]

@@LewDixAviation thanks! I keep trying to figure a way to keep them cool but have not figured anything out. It may be unsolvable except keeping the sun off them. Enjoyed seeing the Orlando area in the video. I was an air traffic controller at Orlando International (KMCO) from 1988-1992. Retired from Tampa International (KTPA) in 2013.

[@jamess6656]

Agree on the 10 miles finals; save that for the Bonanzas. You don't keep a little power in for a soft field landing?

[@LewDixAviation]

Usually come in with a bit more airspeed for the full soft field landing but this was just a practice on using the soft field technique to hold the nose up.

[@92mrbangbang]

You earned a subscriber with this

[@LewDixAviation]

Thank you. Welcome aboard!

[@Cherfield-D-Blessedman]

Thanks, good landing technique.

[@gregshiro1863]

What did you use for audio capture for your gopro flights? Thank you!

[@andrescepeda5052]

Sometimes over here in NY KFRG we are like number 8 extending 6-8 miles crazy lol

[@LewDixAviation]

haha Thats insane

[@RyanManggala]

nice video

[@slyanon]

I’m currently in flight school ... and you said out loud everything I’m thinking to myself ... “ ... I did that because I’m a f***ing moron !!” Thank you for this video!!!

[@EmpireTextbooks]

Isn’t rotation speed 55 kts for the warrior?

[@LewDixAviation]

Yep. I add some for safety.

[@RandyBroderick]

Great video! I'll try this technique (2 centerline stripes) next time I'm up in my Cherokee.

[@williamkumley5135]

Nice tip on the pulling power at a set point prior to intended touchdown. I'll give it a try the next time I fly to see how it helps with my accuracy.

[@sir-jj3552]

My first Solo my instructor said " she's gunna get up and go this time" I immediately looked at the wind sock when he finished he said because I'm not going to be in here What THE ! No hand held radio for him just a packet of smokes. On my down wind when I got a second to look i noticed this plume of smoke like a smoke signal coming from where he was standing, instructor said he chewed down 3 cigarette's during my solo circuit and he smelt like it too lmao.

[@robmurphy1558]

Class mate! Always learning 👌🏼 who does those subtitles??? I’m sure I saw something about sausages on there when you said final approach 🤣 must be the accent!

[@adewalealaran2889]

Where is lewdix Aviation located?

[@alandumond6012]

Love these videos. Keep up the great work!!

[@andrewmartin8739]

Great video , just subscribed from the UK , boy they have you doing massive circuits and long finals , at least that's how it appears on the video .....great stuff , enjoying your channel .... UK NPPL

[@LewDixAviation]

Andrew Martin welcome to the channel mate! That would be the cameras making it seem like large patterns haha. On this particular day ATC made me extend a few times too

[@topofthegreen]

love it, talks like a real pilot.

[@RandyBroderick]

Love the PA28! I’ve got a 140 and fly it in Ohio. I subbed your channel and look forward to seeing more of your videos

[@LewDixAviation]

Welcome to the channel!

[@reyesben]

So do you recommend 500ft/min descent rate once you are abeam the numbers?

[@rinzler9775]

Just wondering - why fly from the right seat ?

[@LewDixAviation]

I’m a CFI and have the necessary skills to do so haha.

[@lars808]

do i need to use Carb heat when landing?

[@LewDixAviation]

Depends what plane you’re flying

[@lars808]

@@LewDixAviation dis pa28

[@LewDixAviation]

@@lars808 then usually no. POH only requires carb heat when you suspect carb ice

[@lars808]

@@LewDixAviation thank you my good Sir... you have been and still are my idol in flight Training

[@IglesiasEnriqueVevo]

Hey Lew, which attachment do you use for your ipad. Do you prefer the yoke attachment or the window suction mount? Keep up the awesome work!

[@haraldvideotube]

Why are you sitting on the right side in the cockpit ??

[@peterfrenzel1826]

Oh come on...you did just fine, at least you didn't land in the water lol. I was number 11 once for landing in a cherokee 140, just about was in a different country when I turned final.

[@rebelyell22]

WELCOME TO THE SKYYYYYYY

[@CaptainJabari]

Love how you have coined ' Welcome to the sky' it's so good!

[@LewDixAviation]

haha thanks mate

[@dazgodbold]

Is the loss of lift over the water on final noticeable? I've never flown low over a lake

[@elleholub1693]

I find it to be.

[@2coolow]

Lewdix, I have a question i sincerely would love to hear your honest answer on. I’m a student pilot, I have done 4 solo flights and I have always been a little nervous flying solo. Last solo which was last may 2019 I had a panic attack ( I have suffered froM these for 12 years) thank god I had control and flew the airplane and landed safely. I am NOW terrified of the thought of solo flight and the only thing holding me back from my check ride is meeting my solo cross country requirements. Do you think I should keep flying if I feel this way? Am I the only one who is scared of flying solo? I just want someone’s honest opinion on this. I’d greatly appreciate it! Thanks for your video, they are quality always!

[@Dan007UT]

I think being nervous for solo flight is normal but it should go away as you do it more. I think panic attacks would be nervousness x100 and could be quite hazardous. When is the last time you did some solo pattern work? When is the last time you flew with a CFI? Maybe try flying with a CFI and tell them not to say one word during the whole flight..like they aren't there... and then do that for a couple flights and then kick 'em out and do some solo time and see if you feel better?

[@2coolow]

Dan G Last i solod in the pattern was about a year ago my last solo was a 50nm flight which was my last and I have not flown since May 2019

[@Dan007UT]

ahh yeah I'd spend some time with a CFI in the plane. and see how that works out?

[@2coolow]

Dan G I sure will. Thanks for your help

[@lpappas474]

WyTCH, I have had my own experiences dealing with fear and anxiety in aircraft. As a students pilot I had gotten into a spin unintentionally during a dual flight with my instructor. That fear stayed with me for more than 40 years even thought I knew how to recover from a spin. Ten years later, as a flight instructor, I started to develop an anxiety (or fear) about flying. I Never missed a flight over it, but never discovered the reason I became anxious. Try and determine if the panic attack was caused by a lack of knowledge, experience, confidence or an unknown. There is nothing wrong with staying in the practice area of your local airport until you fell comfortable going to an airport that.could be only 10-25 miles away. Repeat that flight with your instructor as many times as it takes for you to feel comfortable making that flight. Flying can be stressful even for experienced pilots.

[@timhoke2]

You left the little window open, mate. Was that a mistake?

[@LewDixAviation]

Nope. Completely intentional. It's hot flying in Florida haha

[@Juliette_4]

fantastic! thanx for the info. Fun video

[@jakevincent4760]

Hi jake from Australia love your vids love how you complain of Cessna floating lol research the Ekolot Topaz 030 lsa great fast atleast 19-1 glide ratio hilarious. Just bought one from USA and imported.

[@Zalaniar]

Quick question on the first pattern/landing, why add flaps if you don't need them to descend faster/steeper? I thought that was what flaps were for generally

[@LewDixAviation]

To slow down for the aircraft ahead. Flaps increase lift AND drag, and help you maintain a speed. Practice slow flight with your instructor and you’ll understand

[@Zalaniar]

@@LewDixAviation ah, ok! Thank you for the reply!

[@thegeek3348]

Did you join a flying club that lets you rent? I'm trying to find one near Daytona Beach if you have any tips. I've probably wasted a few thousand dollars getting behind Riddle planes in the pattern that insist on 6 mile down winds.

[@tktailslideproductions7280]

I never understood big patterns. If the fan up front quits... Where you gonna go? My instructor, even at ATP, had me making my crosswind/base turns constant turns and keeping the downind leg within a half mile. I dont understand gigantic box patters unless your patter speed is 150knots.

[@LewDixAviation]

Thats riddle for you tho.. They might as well teach cows to fly, coz they milk their students for everything they've got haha. Nah I don't do the club things, I rent from a guy I've known for a long time

[@echo3996]

I remember "N734JK runway 7 taxi via F K E4" from the time i was in my flight school.

[@GibsonLP2010]

Lewis, what mount are you using on your roof camera? I am staining my eyes to see how it's mounted...

[@lactobasilio]

I am not following what 2 whites 2 reds means. Can someone tell what it is?

[@LewDixAviation]

It’s in reference to the Precision Approach Path Indicator. There are a set of lights offset from the runway which emit lights. Depending your altitude they will show different colours to show you if you are high, low or on glide path. All white = above glide path All red = below glide path 2 white, 2 red = on glide path

[@elik1491]

As I am training for my PPL. What cheap sunglasses do you recommend? Also since I am flying the steam gauge C172, do I really need non-polarized or is polarized alright? Let me know if you have any tips on sunglasses for me. Awesome vid btw!!!

[@DJ99777]

Eli K i wear polarised using steam gauges and Garmin GPS no dramas at all in fact I reckon they’re better. Only an issue with glass.

[@robmurphy1558]

So you’d recommend the PA28 over a 172 for training?

[@jenniferward3739]

Having trouble landing an Archer (180hp) on a 2400' runway. Any advice on speed control, when to lower flaps, etc. would be appreciated.

[@bendav]

Oh, so many comments, so little time! First - verbalize your thoughts? I didn't know there were words for what goes on in your head! Second, I do use your videos for flight training, I'm working on my float rating! LOL! J/K Lewis - I only wish my landings were so smooth! Glad to see you back in the plane.

[@LewDixAviation]

HAHA float rating 😂 get lost!

[@Mattvanz]

Hey man! Busy with my PPL at the moment and I'm wondering why you don't turn on the carb heat when you slow your RPM below 2000? Is there a reason you don't do this because in my training they're pretty strict on doing that.

[@LewDixAviation]

Hey man! The POH in this bird only recommends carb heat when you suspect carb ice. That’s been the case for all the PA28’s I’ve flown.

[@Mattvanz]

@@LewDixAviation Cheers for the quick answer man! pretty cool to see the different type of recommendations per country or region I guess. Flying in the Netherlands and it doesn't matter what weather it is they still recommend it.

[@blackmusik109]

I've always had a hard time keeping a steady descent rate in the traffic pattern and am usually very high when I turn on final. What descent rate would you recommend in the cherokee?

[@davidtesch3205]

Appreciate the vid ! Great way to start the day !! How do you like flying the atr?

[@LewDixAviation]

The ATR sim was great! I'm yet to fly the real thing but you'll hear about it when I do!

[@davidtesch3205]

@@LewDixAviation Looking forward to it !!

[@TENpilot]

Nice video 👌🏻 👍🏻

[@Rahmanooooo]

i fly the same plane but iv never been tough to land with 3 notches of flaps

[@LewDixAviation]

Please ask your instructor to show you. When you’re at an airline you can’t say “my instructor never showed me how to land with full flaps” haha

[@Rahmanooooo]

@@LewDixAviation I will ✈🥸, is there a big difference of landing with 3 notches then let say 2 or or 1 or even flapless ?

[@robinmyman]

Very useful…thanks.😊

[@jan3195]

Nice video, Lewis. Very informative. Just curious, how long where you in the air for these five landings? (PS - Nice cameo by Dani but we prefer, as I'm sure you do, the real thing.)

[@LewDixAviation]

haha the real thing is much better! 1 hour on the hobbs

[@rayquinn6886]

Question from an aspiring student pilot. My background is mechanical when I ask this question. Every time you come in you say "fuel pump on". Isn't the fuel pump always on? Just trying to understand that point from mechanical mindset. Otherwise, enjoy your videos!

[@LewDixAviation]

Haha you’re absolutely right. The ENGINE DRIVEN fuel pump is on when the engine is on. We also have an electrical fuel pump for redundancy. It aids in starting the aircraft and is a backup to the engine driven throughout flight

[@rayquinn6886]

@@LewDixAviation so you turn on the second pump as a "just in case" as no one wants problems especially when landing! Again, great videos, your manner of instructing is calm and informative. Well done sir, well done!

[@LewDixAviation]

Ray Quinn yea it’s a backup for if the engine one fails. Thank you for the kind words!

[@farajfaraj2109]

Hey man I just start flying I will love to fly with you sometime are you in New Jersey

[@med0747]

You are correct sir! There's nothing more nervewracking than standing on the side of a runway Watchung your student do his first touch and go's. I remember after that the student I solo'd wad so to take his check ride and he did something stupid and damn near killed us both bcz I was too relaxed and had to much faith in his flying and it almost cost us both. Instructor don't get paid nearly enough bcz at something or a another a student is going to try and kill you.

[@peterellison2220]

Are you always within gliding distance of land while on final?

[@LewDixAviation]

Definitely not.. good job they had the wakeboarder there to save me if need be

[@staxats96]

so much fun

[@TheFinerPoints]

Nice video! One time I soloed a 17 year old student and while I was "standing there with a radio" in a position to do nothing, his mom shows up. She asks me ... "Is he safe up there?" :-0

[@LewDixAviation]

The Finer Points haha the mother isn’t putting her license on the line.. a much easier position to be in haha

[@TheFinerPoints]

@@LewDixAviation What was that questions supposed to do except make me nervous? Or make her feel better ... I said, "Absolutely" :-)

[@sammytheface7828]

@@TheFinerPoints Hahahahaha...My mother showed up to watch me fly, did not know i was on 1st solo...She never met my instructor, as she over heard him say....."I don't think Sammy is ready yet, what have i done?." sounds like a joke , but it really happened...as i taxied by after 1st shaky landing, (using whole runway) lot of toe brakes to not go off end of runway.... i saw my mom, and.... my instructor, white as a sheet, eyes bugging out....motioning me to "get it over with, you got 2 more".

[@Echo19Audio]

Wow that pond/lake is really close to the numbers! Does that runway ever flood? Awesome video btw. PPL checkride this coming Tuesday! :)

[@rinzler9775]

He was buzzing that wakeboarder.

[@giovanniramos1851]

Why do you sit in the right seat and not the left??

[@LewDixAviation]

Because I can

[@gregellis3859]

He is also a flight instructor. You will find that most flight instructors will fly from the right seat because that is what they have become used to doing when teaching students. The sight picture is different than flying in the left seat and it is what they have become used to.

[@LewDixAviation]

Greg Ellis I concur my good sir!

[@redmondson27]

Just curious, what are you using to record ATC audio with your Gopro's? I have a few and want to record as well.

[@LewDixAviation]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIGupp6Vj85oZ7s Don't mind the silly antics

[@voltanicmecuy0gaming495]

brilliant vid

[@mr.spazzyc6692]

Why are you in right seat?

[@sammytheface7828]

All flight instructors sit in right seat, while training students, (who sit in left)....and instructor is so used to that position...As a new private pilot, i always sit in the left seat....tried sitting in the right seat.........so weird, and awkward.

[@a7med.i284]

Which airport is that ?

[@LewDixAviation]

Orlando Executive (KORL)

[@a7med.i284]

@@LewDixAviation Thx

[@circusfactory]

nicely cut videos and well synchronized between the cameras. what cutting tool are you using?

[@rickairs551]

Sure ....I want a nice hoody 😎 2XL please , greetings from the Netherlands , crew PH-HMS

[@LewDixAviation]

Hey Rick!

[@JodelFlyer]

Lewis, you are always an interesting watch. Your banter is great, amusing and informative, whether you have a passenger or just talking to your viewers. Liked the Dani appearance as well, Looking forward to the next one (video, I mean, not girlfriend) Happy Landings 👌 👏 🇬🇧 Tim

[@LewDixAviation]

Thank you for that Tim! I’m glad you found some entertainment even with me just talking to the camera. More to come! Including a real life Dani!

[@paulcrooks4467]

Take off to me is the most difficult

[@owensamet7570]

Why was he on the right side not the left

[@sammytheface7828]

2 reasons....All flight instructors sit in right seat, while students sit in left.....so he's used to that seat.....and ( possibly).... closer to the door, where he can open door, for ventilation during taxi on a hot day.

[@davidfrost1428]

Right seat, why?

[@sammytheface7828]

All flight instructors sit in right seat...while the student pilots in (left pilot's seat).....so, he's probably very used to the right seat.....

[@timothysullivan7433]

Tire pressure looks low on your taxi out

[@Jonnydeerhunter]

It doesn't matter whatsoever, but I'm curious. Is there a reason you call Warriors Cherokees? The only real differences are the nomenclature (PA-28 140/150/160/180/235, is a Cherokee, PA-28 151/161 is a Warrior), the engine horsepower, and the tapered wing of course but I'm just curious. Regardless, Enjoyed the video as always!

[@LewDixAviation]

Technically speaking there are subtle differences, primarily the wings. The Cherokees have hershey bar wings and the warriors have tapered but to be honest its like Pepsi and Coke. Everyone uses them interchangeably. Just don't call it an Arrow... lol

[@Jonnydeerhunter]

@@LewDixAviation Haha fair enough. Thanks for curing my curiosity!

[@canconservative8976]

Why track the PAPI lights on a GA aircraft, you are not flying IFR... if you lose power on Base turning final or long final, you won't have the altitude to glide in.... wouldn't it be better to stay higher right up to short final, then bring her in...

[@woter1928]

Your door is open!

[@charlesnichols6908]

Funny how when we become flight instructors we fly the right seat when we don't have to. :)

[@archerpiperii2690]

True. But some of it has to do with it being a warm day and he is holding the door open for ventilation.

[@andydonaldson5593]

That came across as a semi serious flying video. When will normal service be resumed? 🤣

[@LewDixAviation]

I'm a changed man...... Which means I'm a woman now!

[@andydonaldson5593]

@@LewDixAviation 😅

[@speedbird737]

hang on hang on - what do you mean PA28s float?????????? a theory though - hear me out - perhaps floating more due to being on your own rather than with a pax and so thats extending the landing?

[@LewDixAviation]

Or just a sh*t pilot?

[@cormacrohda319]

Why is he on the right?

[@paulcrooks4467]

You’re in right hand pattern

[@LewDixAviation]

Paul Crooks how do you know?

[@paulcrooks4467]

Looking and turning to right. I want to come see you . Send me you number. I’m happy that you responded.

[@andrewbao5780]

IFR is the most difficult part of flight training - FACT.

[@rexr3306]

Knowledge based yes, ifr is the hardest part. Skill based landing is the hardest

[@Jonnydeerhunter]

First!

[@mattbasford6299]

I leave the centerline for the professionals

[@LewDixAviation]

Yea me too

[@outwiththem]

Some flight schools dont allow touch and goes, even from 3,500 feet long safe runways with overuns. They create Mild Maneuvering pilots. Weak pilots.

[@hb6986]

THE HARRY BROWN PROJECT Still embarrasing!