I Didn't Even KNOW You Could Do This!? - Kirkwall to Papa Westray with Loganair

[@barrymorris7856]

Go Loganair. Much respect to the pilot.

[@steve-marsh]

Well said!

[@saintuk70]

Looking forward to the wee hop - love our small regional airports here in Scotland. Oh, and Scotland having the shortest hop as well as the only scheduled service to land on a beach ...well... makes you even more proud of our lovely wee nation.

[@steve-marsh]

Well said!

[@bouleyloon]

It also has the 2nd shortest schedule flight, Stronsay to Sanday, which can be done in 4 minutes 😁. Both islands Steve flew over in this video. We are lucky to have so many inter-island flights available in Scotland. I was fortunate to do 25 flights to 15 islands in 2 weeks in August 2021, which included the Orkney flights, Shetland, Fair Isle, Lewis, Benbecula, several from Oban, and of course the beach landing at Barra. Most are with the small Britten Norman plane which allows great views due to it flying below 1000 ft mostly. I still have a few internal flights to do to complete them all.

[@wadegregerson8743]

I live in the US and I am proud of your lovely wee nation.

[@davewood9888]

Wonderful little aircraft the Britten-Norman Islander, originally designed in the 60’s and still going strong worldwide. Perfectly suited (and named) for this kind of work. As a private pilot I would love to get some hands on time in this aircraft type and I’d be betting there’s a captain who loves his job.

[@Vtarngpb]

Love the livery!

[@annasutton8078]

Awesome, very rare to be able to sit next to the pilot. The flight was so picturesque.

[@steve-marsh]

So true on both counts!

[@katesterly547]

What a bonus for you to be co-pilot. There was definitely not a whole lot of room to maneuver around up there. Thank you so much for taking us with you on this little journey. Say hi to Alicja for me. Be well, stay safe, love from Texas.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha I JUST had enough space! :D

[@richardstreet7518]

There's nothing wrong with short vlogs Steve... especially when they are as good as this one!!!

[@bwaw1972]

What an absolutely beautiful flight. The views were stunning. The way the islands came in to view, the shape of the islands, the colour of the water… all just stunning. Might sound soppy, but it brought tears to my eyes.

[@steve-marsh]

Glad to hear it :)

[@geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz]

@@steve-marsh it's all those onions I was peeling, honest but seriously anywhere as peaceful and unpeopled as there has something very good going for it imo.

[@stewartcooper95]

Partly inspired by Steve’s previous Orkney video, we flew Kirkwall - North Ronaldsay - Papa Westray - Westray - Kirkwall in a day last month. Amazing value and spectacular views. An unforgettable experience for me and my 10 year old son, Jacob.

[@jeaniehale1847]

We did exactly that in 2014, spending 3 hrs on Papa Westray where the residents were very welcoming. A magical trip.

[@houseclearance7509]

In case anyone else was curious, the ancient runic script at the entrance to the airport in Kirkwall reads, according to the Institute for Northern Studies “krimsitir”. That means Grimsetter, the local place name..

[@steve-marsh]

Thank you!!!! :)

[@susanward398]

Thank you! I kept trying to read it as English and, of course, it made no sense.

[@Nook747]

@@susanward398 😆

[@DaveyPalmer1]

Incredible Steve. What a birds eye view. Astonishing! 👍

[@steve-marsh]

A great wee bonus mate! :)

[@ZAClimbingNoutdoors]

⁠@@steve-marsh did it cost extra, to sit in copilot seat? Also, what did you do to get to sit there, did you just ask, or was it a pleasant surprise?

[@poppyk6182]

What a lovely little terminal. You have the best seat in the house there Steve 😆 ( as we say here in Scotland )

[@dthomp06]

Wow! What a treat to sit in the co pilot’s seat. Such a great view of the islands.

[@mgrizz2386]

Wow! That was flipping amazing! Thank you for taking us with you as co-co-pilots!

[@nvsv_wintersport]

Many years ago, we travelled around Orkney on foot and by boat between the islands. We've also spent a rainy day on Papay (Papa Westray) bringing the population from 71 to 73 that day! Good memories and it's time to go and visit Orkney again soon.

[@kw3147]

Seriously spectacular scenery to fly so low over. Bro your vids are so comforting.

[@peterhorton5402]

Talk about from Rags to Riches! One minute you're not going anywhere, next minute you are co-pilot on a flight with incredible, breathtaking views. What a dream come true! Loved it!

[@steve-marsh]

Haha so true :D

[@kevinellis8869]

Totally awesome Steve, you beat the av-geeks hands down with this one. I rarely fly, preferring trains and boats but this was another dimension.

[@steve-marsh]

Same mate, but flights won't be the same anyway if I don't sit up front now :D

[@michaelgoode9555]

Papay is a magical place. I have visited 3 times and overnighted just the once. It's just how I remember it.

[@steve-marsh]

I'm so glad you've had the pleasure!

[@zerog5041]

Steve if you fell into a cesspool you'd come up smelling of roses, you lucky so and so! I've flown many times to St Mary's on the Isle of Scilly and never once been offered the front seat - more often the back seat to balance the weight, those Britanny Islanders are very cramped especially when you're a big guy like me! Oh well it's a DHC 6 this October so see what happens then? Great video by the way.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha cheers mate!

[@happysporran]

Excellent - how jealous am I?... Very! You must feel so lucky to have had the co-pilot's seat. I was struck by how fragile the low lying islands looked.

[@d_revatron]

I work at KOI but was off the day you flew. Would have been nice to meet you. We have great pilots and staff here so great too see you managed to get seated up front. Interesting fact about the Islander - the throttle don’t make the plane go faster, just makes it louder 😂.

[@steve-marsh]

Ahhh no way! Would have been cool to meet you! Haha love your comment about the Islander :D

[@kimberlysimmons787]

Fantastic! Nobody more deserving of the co-pilot seat than you. What a beautiful route . Thanks for letting us come along! ✈️

[@James-gf9jl]

Love the squeaky farm gate for boarding control at Westray.

[@steve-marsh]

It's perfect eh :D

[@WestonMike]

OMG. That just the coolest thing ever. What a fabulous experience. 🤗 Must remember that sneaky ploy. Wait for all the other passengers to embark so that there's only one seat left! 😂

[@heathertruskinger6214]

A tough little plane.... perfect conditions. Great pilot , and the copilot was pretty amazing too !😂

[@plhebel1]

I have flown a number of times in smaller general aviation aircraft like that and after stopping it takes a bit for your teeth to stop vibrating from the drone of those twin props and engines. My gosh what a flat, treeless place. I bet when a storm of any real strength blows thru the only place people want to be is inside a solid structure,,,, but the quiet is something intriguing to me and on a clear moonless night the stars or northern lights must be next to something heavenly. Thanks Steve for showing us.

[@bryanholl]

Wow! What a marvellous experience! I sat behind the pilot on the "hedgeclipper" from Rhodes to Kastellorizo back in 2000, but nothing as exciting as this!

[@robingherasim55]

Wow! That was exciting! Thanks for taking us along for the ride... 🛩️

[@steve-marsh]

A pleasure!

[@chrissaltmarsh6777]

I fancy that. I may have gone on about this before. If you happen to be in Vancouver, you can get the bus and ferry to Victoria, and from there the float plane to Seattle. Best bush plane ever. When we turned up at the airport (it's just a wee shack at the lakeside) they checked us in, took the bags, and pointed to a bar across the road -they'd call when the plane was coming in. 'Your pilot is ready'. So she shuffled us into the plane - getting weight balanced; so sitting next to her was her call. Then a flight that I wished had gone on - it was about 45 minutes; the seas and the islands. Noisy, but not the nasty shouty things across the ocean. I recommend.

[@steve-marsh]

Oh I've watched it many times on KZbin, really hope I get there one day!

[@kathleenzaffore1560]

Wow! That was really fun! I flew all over US in single and twin aircraft with my dad. I loved watching take off and landing with you in co pilot seat. Gravel runway! That was a first for me. Thank you and Loganair!!

[@flemmingsorensen5470]

Thats what I call proper flying👍 That pilot has my dream job...😉👍

[@steve-marsh]

Totally! Love those wee planes :)

[@crawfordg]

Hi Steve. That flight was impressive to say the least and being able to sit next to the Pilot WoW. Can't wait for the return journey. Regards Crawford from a Very hot West Sussex by the Sea!!

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Crawford!

[@donaldskinner-reid8998]

This may qualify as my favourite of your films. My great grandmother was born on Shapinsay and my great great grandmother was born on Stronsay. Thank you for letting us see these islands.

[@steve-marsh]

That is great to hear, thank you!

[@judymcgovern8454]

Brilliant Steve fabulous views, thank you and Loganair for sharing them with us. The joy in your face when you realised you were sitting next to the pilot, was wonderful to see. X❤

[@maggiemondo7459]

Camping on a beach on a Scottish island sounds great. Love that.

[@steve-marsh]

Oh that was a fun night indeed! :)

[@andymack5093]

Crikey Steve, the end of that runway came up at fair clip! How great in today's (dysfunctional) world to be able to sit there with the complete trust of Pilot Magnus not to fiddle with anything! Amazing views of a very special place in the world................ Another Steve Marsh classic!

[@barbaram5214]

What a beautiful view! And how great that you were able to sit up front. Your videos are the best!

[@steve-marsh]

It was a lovely surprise bonus!

[@RichardFelstead1949]

Greetings from Australia. A fantastic video Steve. Very interesting asi've never heard of Papa Westray. You're a geographic surprise packet.

[@steve-marsh]

Love it up there mate, beautiful part of the world!

[@johntaggart1176]

Lucky man Steve sitting upfront on the flight, did similar in a chinook, from the top of Shetland down the west coast cliffs and inlets, quite spectacular, all the way down to Sumburgh on a not too busy Saturday morning leaving from the Brent Field. Nice views on the flight, All the Best.

[@steve-marsh]

Flying onboard a chinook is a long term dream of mine!!!

[@louisajones3535]

That was just amazing! Thank you so much for the front seat experience!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks for coming along!

[@typower9]

I flew from Westray to Papa Westray. I was on Westray doing voluntary work. As a thank you we volunteers got flown to Papa Westray on our day off.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks for sharing and for your work!

[@craig.bryant]

Sat with my Road Atlas just tracking your flight over the islands as you were passing them in the video! Sitting up front - what a treat!!

Hi, I'm a 3D developer for Microsoft Flight Simulator and your videos are very useful for me to build the airports in Scotland for the flight simulator. Thanks for your content. A hug from Patagonia, Chile.

[@diannehardwick950]

Lovely, young Steve. It took me back to the days of my visit to Orkney. The people were so friendly and calm. It’s funny but for someone who likes to be warm, I find the north of Scotland very attractive. Maybe that’s why I live on an island now?

[@caroldave4037]

Hi steve during our motocycle trip on shetland we had to cross the runway near sum/head....not a thing you can do very oft great watching planes taking off ...would love to tick( the inner islands fligh) box....well jel at co pilot seat 👍👍i have had one flying lesson many years ago ....brill stuff ..dave

[@steve-marsh]

Hey ask for the front seat when you get up there :)

[@howardscott1556]

Many happy memories of travelling between the Channel Islands on Islanders and Trislanders when I was a lad. They're like flying Land Rovers!

[@steve-marsh]

So true! Well said :)

[@Dan_Gyros]

This is the coolest thing ever! Nothing compares to sitting right seat on a small plane!

[@elainehowell2836]

Nice flight there and back and thanks for showing me around the other islands round Scotland and nice blue skies as well as you in your shorts and sitting in the front with the pilot and you enjoyed the fight back again thanks Steve and I doing ok 👌

[@steve-marsh]

Glad you enjoyed it Elaine :)

[@thomaswilson1312]

Stunning views of the islands and beauty of Orkney. Thanks again

[@andybaker2456]

What a flight, skimming across those beautiful islands like a bird on the wing! I've never flown on an Islander, but I have done a few flights on its bigger brother the Trislander, when they were a common sight in the Channel Islands. I remember one particular flight from Guernsey to Alderney when I got to sit one row behind the empty co-pilot's seat, what a view! A great video as always, Steve. Thanks mate!

[@steve-marsh]

Oh I'd love to do some hops around the Channel Islands!

[@noelbowerman1562]

I always enjoy sitting up with the pilot ,if given the option ,I take it every time. An enjoyable video.

[@michaelsaayman2802]

Thanks Flight Officer Steve for the bonus(full) video. For a aviation geek that must have been a real treat. Thanks Steve

[@steve-marsh]

Unbelievable! I was ready to take the controls, I've watched enough Mentour Pilot :)

[@michaelsaayman2802]

@@steve-marsh lol so have I

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

Without question your best video so far. Simply amazing!

[@steve-marsh]

Hey cheers mate! Not for long though eh ;)

[@jeffreyskinner6281]

Great video Steve! Sitting in front had to be a real thrill for you. Love all your travels!

[@steve-marsh]

Really was the ultimate bonus for me!

[@ewanstevenson]

On our return flight from North Ronaldsay back to Kirkwall, in about 1979, my big brother got to sit in the co-pilot's seat. He was fascinated by the yoke moving in front of him. Judging by the plaque in the airport, that must've been Loganair back then too. I'm sure they wouldn't let an 8-year-old do that now as I can't imagine he was strapped in very well! You say you'd like to visit North Ronaldsay. I'm sure there must be more to it - so I apologize to the residents for my rather inadequate guide - but all I remember is a run-down lighthouse and a bunch of scabby sheep eating seaweed on the beach!

[@simonwhitlock9189]

A lovely treat to be sure, the view of all the islands coming into view and the bonus of the view from the co-pilots seat, delightful. Looking forward to Saturday nights video so till then stay safe, cheers.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Simon! I'll be back down to earth with a bump soon enough!

[@DSTWizz]

Oh, Steve! That really takes me back. Our close Orkney friend used to live on Sanday, and we used to fly in to see her when the airstrip there was a grass field and the passengers had to be weighed before being allocated a seat! She then moved to the metropolis of Kirkwall and as a peripatetic teacher used to fly to the island schools in the mornings; she'd occasionally get stuck on an island because of the weather though, having to stay with the local head teacher. What a wonderful trip; so glad you were able to make it and share your experience!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks for sharing :) And Kirkwall sure does feel like a metropolis after the islands!

[@peterbrady6772]

Did this last year....Amazing.....Thanks for the memories....

[@steve-marsh]

Glad you've had the unique experience!

[@ozgirl45]

This was amazing - a great flight and the islands are so beautiful. We are looking forward to the next part of your trip. Your videos allow us to see places we probably won’t get to see ourselves.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much for coming along with me on this incredibly fun trip!

[@rhondagarvin6889]

Wow!! What an awesome experience. Thank you so much for sharing it. I loved how the propellers looked like they were hardly moving! The view. Gravel runway. The islands. The view. 😢Stunning. Thank you!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much for coming along :)

[@normancain6495]

Wow! Steve what a rare opportunity. Thank you for a wonderful video. I'm really looking forward to the next flight.

[@nomdeplume2724]

Great video Steve! Thanks very much. Life and travel at the sharp end! Thank you for putting in all that time and effort planning and then all the legwork too. Can’t wait for the next one. Keep on keeping on! Very Best Wishes ❤

[@lisamckay5058]

I immediately sent this to my father, who has his pilot's license. I expect to hear my phone ringing in a moment! Thanks for the great video, Steve!

[@GraemeFullerton]

Cracking post Steve. Well done you getting the spare seat. Thats a flight you'll remember more than any other for the rest of your days! Fantastic!

[@steve-marsh]

So true mate!

[@JMontyGO]

Wow what a view from the cockpit! Great video Steve!

[@roroger2402]

Wow! Another amazing surprise 😮.. Fantastic Steve.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers mate!

[@rclass707]

Love your video's Steve.👍

[@steve-marsh]

Glad you like them!

[@thornton]

That's so cool! Thanks for another great video, co-pilot Steve

[@steve-marsh]

Haha cheers! :)

[@yurkshirelad]

What an amazing experience and what a stunning part of the world.

[@jeanetteberesford5028]

That was an unexpected bonus spectacular views from the aeroplane x thanks steve x

[@shinertom142]

Now that is beyond special Steve 👍👌✌️🙏 .. I’ve a good feeling where your heading next …it’s in my bucket list … once again it’ll all down to weather … loved this …👍👌

[@steve-marsh]

Oh the good feeling will soon evaporate :D

[@bonniejackson7393]

What a fun trip, you were the lucky one! Thanks for this video😊

[@Marcsharp82]

That was incredible viewing.

[@steve-marsh]

Hey cheers!

[@LornaCallaghan]

Wow! What a treat to be seated next to the pilot. Great video.Tfs x

[@wendycavanagh9370]

That was a beautiful wee video Steve. Such scenic views of the island's. Thanks Again 👌💙

[@steve-marsh]

A pleasure!

[@tsr207]

Two thing memorable about this excellent video - the Saltire with the great John Young's signature on the plaque (a childhood hero of mine) and the aircraft engine noise reminding me of the flights between Guernsey and Jersey on business- and sitting on the side that the rain came in ! . Constantly delivering high standards in production as always Steve !

[@steve-marsh]

Really appreciate your comments :)

[@tombillotto6335]

Wonderful, Steve. I had an opportunity to sit in the "right seat" on a small commuter plane once, as well. What a thrill.

[@steve-marsh]

Ah glad you've had the experience :)

[@carbonnieferrous2689]

Just flew back to Edinburgh from Kirkwall on Monday morning. Great weather during our 4 day stay. What a wonderful place. Didint know you were there Steve or I would have been more than happy to buy you a pint. Keep up the good work.

[@steve-marsh]

Ahhhh! I wish I'd known! I'd walk the full length of the islands for a free beer! Glad you had fun :)

[@seanavery7265]

Thanks Steve you made my day.💜🕊️🌍✈️

[@steve-marsh]

So glad you enjoyed it Sean!

[@LynneFarr]

Wow! Did you get the VIP tour. Your pilot Magnus was the best. Great video! ❤

[@steve-marsh]

He was an absolute legend!

[@allanmorton6022]

You were lucky to sit upfront! My knees would have taken a beating on that position. Great views from the co pilots seat! Do we call you captain Steve now!

[@steve-marsh]

Lord Captain Steve please :D

[@Nook747]

Amazing Steve..Thank you..I would love to live up there..What an incredable flight ! WOW , you are SO lucky..looking forward to your next video. Love watching them..Inspiring, transfixing to watch.....

[@steve-marsh]

Hey thanks so much !

[@frankgellenthin3733]

This was a fun video to watch! Very cool that you got the Co-pilot's seat with the spectacular views. The Saltire taken aboard the Space Shuttle was an unexpected surprise. 👍

[@steve-marsh]

Yeah pretty cool eh? Thanks for coming along!

[@billymcl63]

Lucky you , Steve 👏 I made my first flight aged 30, I’m 60 now and have flown many times since. It was a BA Glw-Heathrow flight and I was invited by the Purser to go on the flight deck. I joined the crew just before they were over Windsor. Amazing experience. I’d have loved the view you had though.

[@sueelphick9060]

What a special flight Steve but we'll deserved 😊😊😊😊 Can't wait for the sequel !!!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Sue! The smile soon disappears from my face... :D

[@optimisticgal]

What a great midweek treat video, thanks! Really enjoyed it!

[@steve-marsh]

A pleasure!

[@barbp8736]

Thank you so much for the bonus video. Great seat you got!!

[@steve-marsh]

An absolute pleasure!

[@barball3955]

Another great video co-pilot Steve. Looking forward to the next one.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers! The next one doesn't go to plan, but still fun! :)

[@josephfredbill]

Clearly the next flight is the very short one to Westray. Love both places. When we were cycling on Papa Westray and going to Westray we were running a bit late and were racing down the island hoping we wouldnt miss it. A few cars passed us and when they reached the ferry they told the ferry people we were racing down there - and they held the ferry to wait for us. Lovely people in Orkney. Have you visited Sanday?

[@steve-marsh]

No, not been there yet, but it's now noted on the list! I was certainly BOOKED on the shortest flight, but...

[@josephfredbill]

@@steve-marsh ah ….

[@janettesinclair6279]

What a great seat! I hope you were paying close attention to what the pilot was doing in case you had to take over the controls! Beautiful scenic flight.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha born ready !

[@skyliner7333]

What a treat to sit up front, congrats!

[@noahcount7132]

It's great that you got to be co-pilot Steve, and pretty exciting that we viewers got to be co-co-pilots. 👍

[@keithwhite1478]

Totally fascinating Steve. What an experience.

[@t-dawg5813]

That was very cool! So happy for you that you got to sit in the co-pilot seat!

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers! It was an unbelievable treat!

[@brackalack1]

That's fair spoilt you for every other flight! I had a HUGE grin on my face watching that.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha I'll be requesting this seat with Ryanair ;)

[@brackalack1]

@@steve-marsh 🤣🤣🤣

[@janebeckwith7692]

I've just moved from Orkney to Fife after 21 years, used to sometimes take the plane for work. Great video

[@MrJckDoo]

Stunning fligh @Ste @Stevemarsh GREAT stuff

[@brianconnelly7823]

I believe that pilot has probably the best job in the world. Flying around the islands VFR and getting paid to do it, Can't even hate him for it as he seems like a lovely bloke.

[@JettTyler17]

Great video at a unique angle Steve! Love to do a trip like this myself, looks epic!

[@steve-marsh]

Hey cheers mate! You'll probably do it in a 747! :D

[@phronsiekeys]

Fantastic! Makes me think about how flight must have transformed possibilities for these island dwellers. I'm not a great flyer but that seat was choice!