I'M BACK! Hangar Tour + New Build Announcement

I’m finally back with regular video updates! Since finishing DRACO, I’ve been busy working on my hangar. I get asked a lot about where I build my planes so today I’m giving you a tour! ALSO, I’m announcing my next build at the end of this video. Let me know what you think in the comments.
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[@NickPDX22]

I liked. I subbed. I hit the bell. Cheers man!! Exited to see your new content!

[@Relfy75]

Mike Patey just gave me a personal tour of heaven...😀

[@njkuijper]

A tour of heaven and really hard work to get it.. Good stuff Mike!

[@PistonAvatarGuy]

@@njkuijper Most people work hard, you have to be lucky enough to be in the right place, at the right time, with the right product, and to have the ability to produce that product, to get to where this guy is, if he wasn't just born wealthy.

[@njkuijper]

@@PistonAvatarGuy the risk and reward of being an entrepreneur.

[@PistonAvatarGuy]

@@njkuijper Few are lucky enough to have anything to risk.

[@markRTFGuns]

Beautiful sir. Thanks.

[@effortlessly]

I don’t think you or your brother have any idea how inspiring you both are to to a lot of your viewers. Your work ethic, your work rate, your drive, your motivation, your enthusiasm are just off the scale and wonderful to see. I am really looking forward to seeing more of your videos, can’t wait to watch Scrappy’s build series, and it sounds like the next racer build will be awesome to watch too. All the best from one of your UK fans!! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@robertlafnear4865]

I made the trip to Oshkosh'18 from Hawaii just to meet Mike & Mark and get a Photo with Mike... It hangs on my office wall and was well worth it, he is that Inspiration for taking bigger steps in life for many folks ............... Oshkosh is easy to get to from the U.K.,... see ya this summer ?

[@charlesmckenna6164]

True story!!!!!

[@Suprdave123]

100% Truthful...Inspirational isn't Descriptive enough.

[@tomrisar5492]

Come on man, thus dude has big money so keep on being inspired.

[@effortlessly]

Tom Risar He wasn’t born into money, he came from a large family with no money, and worked his butt off for everything he has now. By age 18 he already employed 200 people in his own decking company... so yeah, he’s inspirational

[@deanbestall]

Who ever said money doesn't buy happiness hasn't met this guy, what a cool place to work and play.

[@tytorubio3271]

Money doesnt buy happiness A healthy and stable headspace and brain does. It all has to do with how you feel within and how you can express that outwards. Plus he works superhard to bring in money. Not everyone is blessed with a good brain. I have a decent one but nowhere near as good as mike's.

[@buckragland6822]

Mike, I'm not at all jealous but anybody in their right mind would see that you have obviously done things right, worked really smart and hard and your living the dream. My passion in life was fine woodworking and I was fortunate enough to have worked in 17 countries for the world's financial elite and had a crew of 68 of the best finish carpenters I could ever ask for, there was nothing we couldn't do as a team !! We did the finish carpentry on a 136 acre Georgian Colonial estate 1986-1989 in So. Calif. for a retired 3 star general that has the #4 Car collection in the world. We built a 22,000 sq ft museum then our client (I don't name drop) immediately had us add another 22,000 sq ft because he had more cars than space ! Keep up the great work, your amazing !!

[@mouser485]

Mike, when you launch your line of merchandise, the first t shirt will have to say “Back to Work” with a ”fist” next to the words. You’d sell a million of them. Heck, I’d buy one.

[@chrisrichards6254]

mouser485 Ditto!

[@HairHelmet]

I’ve just about got the Mike Patey emoji figured out!

[@Sirmellowman]

Dude great idea!

[@SebaBollatti]

I'll buy it from the end of the world (Argentina)

[@niklasroble5441]

I would buy one of those too, that fist pump is inspiring!

[@isbcornbinder]

I have to thank you for the inspiration to get out of my wheeled chair and try to walk again. I will never be the person I was, but, I am out in my shop every day and building something. I am 73 .My Dad bought a CUB in the 1940s.

[@johnd5805]

Wow. I'm hoping with everything in me you walk again. Jesus!!!!

[@rolondojones1122]

God bless you brother, I wish you all the best. I will be praying that you achieve all you set out to do...... peace

[@timmorris3056]

Bob, you can Easily fly that cub without dependable legs. We used to work with a company that installed paraplegic controls on helicopters and fixed wing. Simple Stuff! The kits are available. Life's WAY Too Short to be held back by legs that went on vacation. Time to fire up that Dream and Spread Your Wings!!! 👍👍👍

[@theoneandonlybluesky]

YOU are an inspiration!

[@madcalicojack]

It's so rare that someone with that kind of passion, drive, work ethic, intelligence and talent is also so down to earth, approachable and eager to share with others. I'm literally in awe.

[@donjennings2975]

Working on my PPL. I have 22 hours of dual instruction, my 3rd class medical and passed my knowledge test. These type of videos seriously motivate me and keep reminding me what is at the end of the journey. Thanks !!!

[@christopherbeber582]

No lie Don, makes me want to go back and finish my A&P and build some planes!

[@typetwotim]

Mike , your energy and enthusiasm is intoxicating. The happiness you convey is truly expressed when you say “life is to short , enjoy it” .. The only thing I know about planes , is what you have built . Well done Sir

[@motoys4me]

I’m making a huge bowl of popcorn cuz I’m not missing any of this build!

[@280zjammer]

You make popcorn, I'm getting my tools.

[@PaddyPatrone]

Thanks for sharing your passion Mike!

[@dovetailup8916]

Absolutely incredible----You perfected the phrase , " Work Hard ,Play Harder."

[@jennimorgan394]

I am in awe. Coming from a forty year career of nursing BMWs for the street and track, and then finishing my time in the BMW restoration arena, I can wholly appreciate your lust and skill set. You are a god. In my retirement, I’ve taken up r/c airplanes and would LOVE to build a scale Draco. Any chance I could stop buy for a day or two with my Mac, Meterstick, and Canon in hand?

[@steveo1kinevo]

Awesome setup! Look forward to following along on your future videos. 👍🏼

[@Jared-Brubaker]

Mike has the brains and the work ethic of a 100 of us mortals. I hope I can build a bush plane and fly with you someday.

[@ronaldofernandes2080]

I pass in from this hangar every day and I had no idea how amazing this place is. I have to confess that the view you have from your office is simply amazing. Utah is definitely a great place to fly and I can't wait for the next video Mike.

[@airgliderz]

Welcome back, love your awsome fun inspiring build videos.

[@stewarg]

Back to work!!! Awesome Mike, glad you are going to be sharing the new build process with us.

[@andretorben9995]

Three years on looking back on the start of "scrappy", I think somewhere along the way Mike forgot about the "cheap as possible" idea. However I dont think even he realised at the time what a superb aircraft scrappy was going to be. Love watching video's from Mike, he's so passionate about building and getting things right.

[@citicolina]

Somehow I just found this video after following along the whole build of Scrappy. Amazing to see where it all started for this amazing plane that put a smile on my face after Draco was gone.

[@safeflight9189]

@MikePatey, Thanks for taking us along another great Aviation Community Journey! Two suggestions: 1) We know Draco cost a chunk o' change and the goal with Scrappy is to re-purpose materials on the low-cost end, what about posting a running total of input cost as you make this new build? Scrap metal has a monetary value. 2) As an experienced builder, any "builder tips" you want to throw at us as you go would be awesome!

[@roverdover4038]

What an amazing MAN among men !!! What a BRAIN you have, I'm so very impressed with your shear TALENT! I'm hooked.

[@forrestc21]

Wow this was really inspiring. Thank you for the tour and I can’t wait to follow along with your journey!

[@danieltakawi9919]

This man is living the life. I cannot believe how humble he is!!

[@ExperimentalAdventure]

Great video! Enjoyed the tour, and really enjoy the workmanship/craftsmanship you put into all of your work. I look forward to following along with the build of "Scrappy"!

[@rodgerkunkle1847]

You’re the man Mike! I’m excited about the new builds, can’t wait to follow along.

[@dutton2003]

Your energy is infectious......Thanks for the inspiration and tour!

[@stevedixon8196]

Mike, I really enjoy your videos. Inespecially like the one where your wife imitates you and the were your son made the battery power packs so you could test your components. Please include them in this build. You and all the flying Cowboys have been such an inspiration for me. It's been 23 years since I last flew. Last Saturday I stop by the local airport and picked up a package of information to get current. Yesterday I got my medical. Spent the last two nights watching KZbin videos on airspace. I'll be back in air soon. This has been a long time dream of mine and I'm sure I would have done it even if I hadn't found your channel but you, Trent and all the flying Cowboys have inspired me to pick up the pace.

[@1roanstephen]

Love it Mike. Your joy is infectious. Can't wait to follow you on these builds.

[@tylerphelps8976]

The builds, the planes, and the enthusiasm for aviation is why I love watching your channel. Thanks for the great videos. I keep waiting for the day I can fly.

[@chrismillersrcfamily]

Awesome! I've been following the flying cowboys and draco. Excited to see the next build. Wow what a view from the top. Jay Leno is a legend. Awesome life to live.

[@jamespearce7954]

Mike I'm so glad you decided to share your adventures with those of us who are followers. Your positive energy is so addictive I can't let it go, like a great book. Looking forward to the new builds. Have fun, fly like a bat out'a hell and be smart and safe. See you around.

[@awood12345]

Great to see you posting again! Looking forward to this 'budget' build a lot. :D

[@-MacCat-]

It's great to see you back and sharing your inspirational and educational builds. Thanks for all your effort in doing so.

[@SoupyOatmeal]

Everyone can't be or live like you but everyone can share with you , if they watch your videos. I intend to watch all your videos , the energy comes thru the video and is fun and exciting to watch. God Bless.

[@WisdomFromAshes]

You're an inspiration, Mike. Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@ShadowOppsRC]

Sweet another build series! Enjoyed watching Draco be built!

[@gmcjetpilot]

Mike is an amazing guy... he is so productive.

[@davemalone3820]

You absolutely rock, Mike. Looking forward to this build!

[@bobby9050]

Well Mike you got me I'll be watching along your interesting guy, enjoy your build and go for it stay alive

[@mauriciosantanna4838]

What a fantastic video, what a wonderful news, because I will be able to follow this new project, this new project, from end to end! Well, not so long ago I joined you, it's been since Oshkosh 2018 through the Trent Palmer channel and since then I've been running to watch all your videos and update myself on this incredible plane that is Draco! I loved your presentation of your workshop, as I looked at all the curious about each video that I watched. Well, a big hug from here in Brazil and we are going to work!

[@carveroutdoors]

Mike, we love your enthusiasm; keep up the good work sir!

[@The-KP]

Twin brothers -twin race plane builders! Who built twin race planes, to twin race across the country. Mind blown! You guys are the best. Keep the videos coming!

[@garywilliams9678]

Mike, have followed you for years. Got to see Draco fly several times, amazing. If you opened your hanger for a BBQ it would be another OSHKOSH. You would have to have a NOTAM to get into your airport so many of us would be on your door step and never want to leave. Go for it, I would fly from anywhere and sleep under my plane if I simply got to hang our at your place for a day. It would be killer.

[@jonvalentine8109]

Please make a vid of the jeep going sideways at freeway speed.

[@44R0Ndin]

@Rocky I don't see why he couldn't do that on a taxiway. I don't see any mention in Jon V's comment about doing freeway speed ON THE FREEWAY.

[@mcearl8073]

Rocky So many fucking little bitches anymore. I bet you’re the type of person who criticizes everyone on KZbin who runs an angle grinder without the guard too. Luckily we still have guys like Patek out there actually doing cool stuff.

[@gcm747]

That is without question the greatest man cave on earth!

[@TimtimzroyalXx]

No doubt it's absolutely incredible

[@Whiffasaurus]

Super excited to see that you're documenting a build in the capacity you describe here. I hope your endeavor with KZbin works out well and continues to gain momentum. Keep up the great work!

[@derekpeterson8005]

Glad to see your back on! Your enthusiasm is nearly contagious! Thank you for the tour of the shop, way cool. I look forward to seeing Scrappy come to life! I hope to some day see the infamous DRACO, what an amazing machine built right in my back yard so to speak. Thank you for sharing you time, talent and love of aviation and all things speed!

[@gtwlaw81]

So excited to follow and see this next build. Inspirational guy. Inspirational planes!

[@dpgriffith]

Totally awesome plane. I keep looking for videos of it. Pleas keep making the videos.

[@rayfletcher3683]

If that's heaven you just showed us I suddenly really want to wind up there! Was never sure I wanted to go to heaven because of some people that seem sure they'll be there! Can't wait to see your ideas and build of Scrappy 😊 🇨🇦 👍 👏🏽

[@theoriginalrabbithole]

AWESOME! I'm so looking forward to this new project. I really enjoyed the Draco build series and looking forward to this too. Welcome back, Mike!

[@cpolaris502]

I can't wait. So glad to see another build coming. Draco is amazing.

[@timmorris3056]

Does it Hurt???? Having all that incredible Brainpower combined with your un-tiring Energy is Explosive!!! You make the Energizer Bunny jealous!!! I'm excited to follow your next build, I found all your episodes of the Draco series and had a Binge-Watch weekend, impressive for sure! I've got a plane that I'm about to restore, a one-off, the only one in the world of this manufacturer. I'll share progress if you're interested. Keep up the Great Work and the Inspiration for the upcoming young pilots. 👍👍🙂

[@webbscorpio]

Tim Morris the thing about the Energizer Bunny is that one day they put the battery on backwards and instead of “going and going and going”’, he kept coming and coming and coming! Haha

[@myotherusername9224]

Start a channel and show us the build, man! I'm always wanting to see people get creative with aircraft.

[@waiakalulu3501]

Watching Draco was just amazing. The excitement of another build is palpable. Thanks a ton for everything you share with us!!!

[@chriszeitler4613]

Sounds like an awesome build coming up Mike, thank you! Thanks for the awesome tour as well.

[@mikestone9129]

Money and brains and the love of airplanes. The perfect combination. Can't wait to see what you come up with,

[@PCUBED09]

Wow this is an inspiration. I would love a video where you talk business. Whats the story behind the waste water processor?! You would be a fascinating person to talk to.

[@jrdmondial1599]

Mike, bro, my goodness. I can honestly say the only thing I'm anticipating more than this build is the final season of Game of Thrones. I've watched the entire Draco build twice and have already watched this vid twice. Can you imagine how massive this channel would be if every single project you mentioned above was chronicled in the way you did Draco. How does one even begin to develop the array of skill you and Mark posses? Your work is truly inspirational. Would love to learn more about your entrepreneurial efforts. You back country guys are awesome.

[@mw9977]

Nice... thank you for the update. I've been involved in aviation for a long time as was my father, I think your enthusiasm and dedication to personal aviation is contagious and hope you (and others) can inspire younger people to continue the exploration and building of aircraft.

[@blakelieschke14]

Mike Patey has to be hands down the biggest DIY badass going around. Keep up the good work legend!

[@slam854]

That was quite the tour. Mike. Watching Trent got me into some of your back country adventures. Enjoyed every second of it. Was just a hair's breadth away from buying a bush plane and decided against it. Being a type 1 diabetic and my solo nature probably would have meant my demise. I'm sticking around to enjoy your adventures plus many more of my own. Thanks for the insight to your next project. I will follow right along with you. Looking forward to another exceptional build and lots of fun in the backcountry. Jay Leno is quite the guy. I know somewhere in my gut that he had a hand in Christian Von Koenigsegg's record setting run in Nevada. I have made automotive burlwood products which Jay has used in his projects. You both are characters in this funny game of life. Looking forward to the build.

[@shaunroberts9361]

Right on. I will follow you on this for sure. And thank you for the tour.

[@EonRanch]

Talk about "living the dream", gorgeous facility!

[@minecrafter45]

Glad to see you back!! Can't wait for the new build videos!😁

[@hansroemerszoonvanderbrikk7626]

The best thing, over your insane projects like Draco, it's you attitude that puts me in a very good mood. Thank you Mike Patey

[@dougmartin7272]

Ohh man! My flight instructor and LONG time friend, John Alves, is 93 this year. Still teaching. He dreams of his hangar classroom having a place to eat and watch the runway. After class we just love to look at the lights across the run at KFAT. Keep it up man! Love your videos! Would be awesome to meet you some day! Great energy!

[@raytheron]

Man, what a fellow! Can't wait to see what comes out of you hangar, Mike!

[@syx3s]

holy crap. really excited to see what you've got in store.

[@TheSwamppilot]

Thanks for the tour, Mike. Coolest hangar ever! Looking forward to following the build. Fly safe!

[@markharoldson1506]

Welcome Back! Thanks for the tour! Now I have a goal to come and visit....A chore since I live in North Pole, AK. Thanks for doing what you do and sharing it with us!

[@Jack-Cabinetry]

This guy knows how to enjoy life! Thanks for the Tour

[@AlMacasaet]

Your energy is contagious, thanks for making us a part of your adventure, it'll be nice to tag along

[@wavywade8164]

I used to live in Spanish fork. My health is bad and I'm medically retired. Some of my fondest memories are going out to the Spanish fork airport and watch planes all day. I once had an old guy pick me up in his car and give me a tour of the airport and introduced me to some of the pilots. I particularly remember getting to hang out with some gyroplane guys there. I saw your hangar but you guys weren't around that day. So sorry for the loss of Draco. Glad you're all ok. Would love to meet you someday. You're an inspiration.

[@georgelupas]

And here we are, scrappy finished! What pleasure to give us the chance to be part of your jurney\project. Mike you are a great man who inspired many into planes, 3d design! Thank you for all the knowledge you shared and keep sharing with us and for inspiring us to pursue our dreams!

[@ajtuck120]

Mike, you are living the life of my dream! That must be fun

[@MyBridgestone24]

Man... next level wealth. Awesome dude for sure, down to earth... but next level.

[@ColeAviation]

WOW!!! Mike don’t mess around. This is every Pilots dream hanger and toys. 🤙🏼😁🤙🏼

[@MrDecaliostro]

Incredible place for aviation enthusiasts! Thank you for the great tour!

[@Utahdropout]

Man....!!! If you could bottle your energy I'd buy a 50 gallon drum of it. And then come back for more.

[@Leofred2000]

Here... Have mine, its already empty tho, not sure when its gonna fill up again 😄

[@upnorthyooper1196]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@mikecaudill8861]

I could sell you some coke, that'll get you goin'

[@Utahdropout]

@@mikecaudill8861 Tsk..tsk

[@MichaelLloyd]

Call it Patey Power?

[@shyguy2805]

Glad you did another build! 8 months was a lot to wait but it was all worth it.

[@lylemorse6959]

Mike, you are a beast when it comes to engineering, A&P knowledge, work ethic and motivation! Not too many folks of your caliber that can do it all. You are truly inspiring.

[@timg7285]

Can’t wait to see how it comes out! Thanks for sharing.

[@WelkerFarms]

Love your hanger and birds!

[@jeffswartwood7316]

Mike, you’re insane. I love your energy! It would be really great to see what you would do with a helicopter or some sort of vertical lift aircraft. Best of luck with your adventures! Hope to see you out there.

[@Axagoras]

You are the man Mike! Your posts are hugely inspiring for the whole aviation community! Let's get back to work!!!

[@stevehoffman9389]

Beautiful hangar. Looking forward to following along with the build of a Scrappy! ...and the flying videos. Mike, your enthusiasm is contagious!!

[@ivanhorvat3099]

Welcome back! Glad to see you again!!

[@XxFaTe-AssAsInxX]

Your Amazing bud, Keep it up till the end!!!Subbed, and hit the bell, cant wait to see the progress!! Shout out from Northern Indiana!

[@c00lamah]

I love watching your channel. I love who you are, I love what you do, I love what you create, I love your attitude and I thank you for sharing it with me and the world. Thank you. I cant wait to see your next project unfold. Jerry Hampshire England.

[@jamesbrannon5394]

Awesom to see you back !! And what a cool place to work 😎 can’t wait to see everything you’re up too mike !!

[@garrygballard8914]

Mike you are the Dr. Brown of engineer's I'm wondering do you poop cash ? You're one lucky, crazy, fun guy. I like to say " live full - die empty " you are the epitome of that. I grew up at a piper dealership with my dad when I was a kid. Got to fly in a lot of stuff at the time. Flew and built ultralights back in the 70's and early 80's. I love everything you do. It's fun X 1 Million. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@nathanrobbins85]

The energy of his passion is amazing

[@BenA-bu1cz]

Crazy, crazy, crazy. I love it. Looking toward to it. Let the show begin.....

[@momobronx7735]

Your work is very inspirational Mike thanks for letting us into it great stuff 👍🏽

[@martincrowe3781]

Cant wait for the next build . Keep up the great work Mike !

[@portnuefflyer]

" I used to race.....EVERYTHING!" Ha ha, thanks for the tour of the hangar, the overhead gantry cranes are something more good shops should have.

[@steved2623]

What an amazing setup you have. I look forward to following your adventures.

[@racer3822]

Thanks for opening the doors and showing us your pad and passions. Subscribed!